The New $199 iPhone Is $160 More Expensive Than The $399 iPhone It Replaced. What?
“The iPhone itself may be cheaper, but the required flat-rate data plan now costs $30 per month, a $10 increase.”

Five Sites That Will Help You Recession-Proof Your Life
“Although we are not technically in a recession, it’s starting to feel like one. As gas prices and unemployment continue to rise, we’ve rounded up a collection of useful advice for the current period of economic austerity.”

The New iPhone May Save You Money—If You Don’t Buy One
“…impact on handset makers and carriers…it’s going to force them to increase subsidies and reduce service fees.

Tony Roma’s, Where 16oz = 14oz
“The glass was just as tall as a normal glass, but it had a thicker bottom, making it hold less. These glasses are known as “falsies.””

“So Apparently They Decided To Turn Our Apartment Complex Into A Nudist Colony”
“What really bothers me the most is the company that owns the property released the information to the public (news, etc.) before they even discussed it with the residents/apt. complex management.””

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