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April 12, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores what happens to lost luggage that airlines can’t return to its owners. A small fraction of checked bags—around 0.03%—become “orphaned” and end up at the Unclaimed Baggage Center in Alabama, a massive retail store and online marketplace. Here, shoppers can find deeply discounted clothing, electronics, jewelry, and other items left behind by travelers. The store, a popular tourist attraction, works with major U.S. airlines and recycles,
April 1, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible across a large portion of the U.S., with a partial eclipse viewable elsewhere. It’s crucial to protect your eyes while viewing the eclipse—never look directly at it without certified solar eclipse glasses. These glasses can be purchased from reputable sources like Amazon, or may be available for free at community centers, libraries, and optometrists in areas directly in the eclipse’s path. Alternatively, you can
March 22, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
Housesitting can provide weeks or months of free housing, and sometimes even paid gigs. While gaining experience is key due to high competition, it’s possible to find opportunities through social networks or websites. Duties often include pet and plant care, and some positions offer stipends or tips. Paid housesitting gigs average $16/hour, but rates can vary. Numerous subscription-based websites connect housesitters with homeowners, both domestically and internationally, with annual fees ranging from $29 to $1
March 16, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
Many Americans don’t use all their vacation time due to work stress or concerns about colleagues. To help offset the cost of travel—which can average $4,000 for a family of four—the article suggests ways to earn money while on vacation. Options include renting out your home on Airbnb, sharing your car through RelayRides or FlightCar, completing small tasks via apps like Gigwalk (photographing stores) or Field Agent (mystery shopping), and exploring new cities while earning
March 13, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The Penny Hoarder staff compiled a humorous collection of thoughts and observations from their daily commutes. The piece features a range of relatable complaints and musings from drivers, walkers, cyclists, and public transit riders, encompassing everything from traffic frustrations and wardrobe malfunctions to awkward encounters and longing for a peaceful ride. Ultimately, the article highlights the universal desire for a stress-free and undisturbed journey to work.
