Walmart has back-to-school essentials on sale for up to 55% off — here are the deals not to miss

Beat the back-to-school rush and save yourself the last-minute scramble by shopping now. Walmart has a ton of back-to-school must-haves on sale for up to 50 percent off — including backpacks, lunch boxes, notebooks and more. Here are the best deals to shop today. The best items to shop during Walmart’s back-to-school sale This laptop … Read more

REI has as secret sale section with up to 70% off shorts, sandals and other summer essentials

Summer isn’t over yet and if you have adventures on the horizon, REI has a sale worth paying attention to. The outdoor retailer just marked down shorts, trail sandals, backpacks and more by up to 70 percent off. Whether you’re prepping for one more camping trip or just need lighter layers for the dog days … Read more

The Points Guy Brian Kelly has been to every continent multiple times — he doesn’t travel without these 7 essentials

Talking Shop is our series where we talk to interesting people about their most interesting buys. No one embodies that title of “travel expert” quite like Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy. He’s been to every continent (multiple times, including with his toddlers) and more countries than most people visit in a lifetime. But … Read more

These are the best back-to-school deals to shop for college students — everything from dorm essentials to tech and more

Heading back to college is stressful for a lot of reasons, including the fact that back-to-school shopping can be quite expensive. As a college student, you need more than just books and supplies — you’ll also have to shop for dorm essentials, bedding and bath, tech tools, under-bed storage for your room and more. With … Read more

33+ college dorm essentials to make your school year easier

When you’re in college, back-to-school shopping looks a little different compared to grade school. If you live on campus, your school is your home for most of the year, and you want your dorm room to be comfortable, inviting and functional. Aside from a laptop and stationery, you likely need bedding, bathroom accessories and kitchen … Read more

Paige DeSorbo says this $40 contouring stick changed her life — plus, her other summer beauty essentials

Talking Shop is our series where we talk to interesting people about their most interesting buys. I’m fairly certain that everyone who’s followed Paige DeSorbo for years had the same reaction when she launched Daphne, a loungewear line, in 2025: That makes perfect sense. It combined her impeccable fashion taste and her love for cozying … Read more

Stock up “boring” essentials during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale — you’ll need them anyways so might as well save

During big sales, it’s fun to treat yourself to some items you’ve had your eye on, like a new pair of shoes or a great bag. But it’s also smart to buy the unsexy stuff you need to replenish all the time, think: trash bags, batteries, hand soap, cat litter. You’re going to have to … Read more