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How to stay social and financially savvy this summer, according to experts

How to stay social and financially savvy this summer, according to experts

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more As the warmer months arrive, many are looking forward to enjoying a refreshing drink in a bustling beer garden or sharing an alfresco lunch with friends. However, with the persistent cost-of-living crisis, such social outings can feel like an unaffordable luxury, often pushing people towards quieter evenings at home rather than expensive nights out. Yet, connecting with friends and family doesn’t have to strain your finances. Kara Gammell, a personal finance expert at MoneySuperMarket, advises: “Staying social doesn’t mean saying yes to every expensive plan – often, it’s about suggesting the idea first and choosing something that puts connection before cost.” Holly Mackay, founder and CEO of the consumer finance website Boring Money, echoes this sentiment, noting: “The cost of living is really biting, …

5 budget grocery hacks, according to savvy shoppers on Reddit

5 budget grocery hacks, according to savvy shoppers on Reddit

Published by Sam Flores

It was during a recent fridge clean-out when I came to the uncomfortable realization that I’m pretty bad at shopping for groceries. I’ll admit: much of it is due to poor planning and, frankly, laziness. Amid the hustle and bustle of everyday city life, a trip to the grocery store — whether it’s the local markets in my neighborhood or the Lidl just a short Subway ride away — is always a spontaneous decision. It’s a quick pit stop before coming home after work. It’s a last-minute excursion when I’m craving something specific and missing several key ingredients. It’s a dreaded task when I’m already caught up running other errands — or simply procrastinating. The consequences are always the same. I either overspend on food items, failing to take advantage of hidden deals as I frantically yet desperately attempt to restock my kitchen. Or, I overstock ingredients, failing to take inventory of what I already have and letting them rot in the hidden corners of the vegetable crisper. One thing tends to lead to the …

Remember HQ? ‘Quiz Daddy’ Scott Rogowsky is back with TextSavvy, a daily mobile game show

Remember HQ? ‘Quiz Daddy’ Scott Rogowsky is back with TextSavvy, a daily mobile game show

Published by skeptic

Scott Rogowsky is a comedian — he knows how to make fun of himself. That’s how he ended up roaming New York City Comic Con with his own photo printed out like a “Wanted” poster, filming himself asking strangers, “Have you seen this man?” These passersby showed a flicker of recognition, looking at the tall, bearded man like someone they had known in a past life, but couldn’t quite place. “You look familiar! Where do I know you from?” someone asks, as though Rogowsky could be a friend of a friend they had met at a party. “I know your face,” another person says, staring thoughtfully at the 41-year-old. A cosplayer dressed as a Ghostbuster finally figures it out. “Did you used to do that game show online?” he asks. “Like, every night?” Rogowsky was just poking fun at himself, embracing the persona of a washed-up internet sensation. “I know my place,” he tells TechCrunch. “I’m not walking around like everybody’s supposed to know who I am.”  Techcrunch event Boston, MA | June 9, 2026 …