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Holiday Deals & Free Shipping Tips for 2026

Find the best 2026 holiday deals with free shipping tips, Cyber Monday shopping advice, total-price comparison strategies, delivery deadline reminders, and smart ways to avoid extra checkout costs.
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Amazon’s Rise as an Online Retail Leader

Amazon.com has managed to retain its title as "king of the Internet jungle" for another year in a row being named number one on BIG research's favorite online retailers. Despite a slight decrease in online retail this year as consumers continue to remain cautious with their cash, Amazon recorded sales of $14.8 billion last year making it not only the most beloved online retail store but the largest in terms of sales as well.
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Paper Planes: A Wellington Boy’s Reflection on September 11th

When the Twin Towers were hit on that fateful morning seven years ago, the sounds were heard all over the world. Wellington, New Zealand was no exception. Below was an email received by the US Embassy and Mission to Wellington, New Zealand a few days after the attacks on New York City and the Pentagon. The email was written by a Wellington "mum" sharing the story of her young son TK's response to the news. Who would have thought paper planes could mean so much?
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Kid Friendly Websites Make Learning Fun

Is your child struggling with their multiplication tables? Are you having a hard time finding ways to have them practice their grammar? No fear parents, we've collected some educational websites that make subjects like social studies, geography, math, English and science both informative and interesting for your students. Next time your kids need some help, use some of these websites. We think you won't have any trouble getting your children to practice their verbs or their states and capitals with these websites.

Columbine – A Father’s Perspective on School Violence

The Columbine High School massacre occurred on Tuesday, April 20, 1999 at Columbine High school in Littleton, Colorado. Eric Harris and Dylan Klebod, the two shooters killed 12 students, 1 teacher and wounded 23 before turning their guns on themselves. It is the deadliest high school shooting in United States history.

 

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Back-to-College and School Spending: 2026 Trends

Updated 2026 back-to-school and back-to-college spending trends, including NRF and Deloitte estimates for families, college students, and retailers.
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Canadians Banking Their Big Bucks Online

Canada has over 61 percent of its citizens using some form of online banking.
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Sun-Safe Your Kids And Your Summer

School’s out and kids are soaking up every bit of summer staying out till dark and keep cool and the pool.But just because it’s not summer doesn’t mean there aren’t important lessons to teach your children. Summer is a perfect time to teach your kids about how to be sun safe and the earlier you start the better it is for them.
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GPS Can Suck Power From Your Summer

Traveling has never been so easy and so much fun.  Thanks to new devices like iPods, DVD players and navigation systems, people are able to ditch the bulky maps and licenses plate spotting games and replace them with items that make them feel just at home. Parents can now have the kids entertained while an animated computer voice gives you step by step directions. "Bing! Take exit 223C in 1.4 miles," says the GPS voice.
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Americans To Spend Billions Saying “Atta Boy”, Dad

It's that time of the year to break out the barbeque, kick back with Dad in his favorite recliner and watch the ball game. That's right, its time to celebrate our favorite men in our lives...dads, step dads, grandfathers, and positive male role models.