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Overpaid & Understood: 5 Eye-Opening Stories of Spend-Overs and Regrets
Sometimes we accidentally (or intentionally) pay too much. Later, that coincidence eats at us, leaving a sweet-bitter memory. But what do people really overpay for? These stories will let you compare your pace of spending — and maybe feel just a little bit better about your own wallet. 1. The $7 Million Pizza Deal (That… Read More »
Overpaid and Overwhelmed: 7 Times People Got Way More Money Than They Should Have
Feeling exhausted from work? Underpaid? Maybe juggling two or three jobs and still barely scraping by? Don’t worry — you’re not alone. But before you pour yourself another cup of frustration, here are a few stories that might make you laugh, cringe, or simply wonder how unfair the universe can be. From mistaken millions to… Read More »
In January 2020, Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa gave away ¥1 billion (about $9 million) to…
In 2023, Kenyan male chess player Stanley Omondi disguised himself in a burka to compete in a…
The $2 bill is still actively printed and circulated. Its perceived rarity is largely due to people…
A woman in Chongqing, China, returned to a Louis Vuitton store after staff treated her rudely. She…
In Japan, it is common for married women to manage household finances. Husbands typically hand over…
Priceless or Just Pricey? A Stroll Through the World’s Most Expensive Things
Some people collect memories. Others spend on masterpieces. While buying a rare car might feel like a once-in-a-lifetime splurge, it’s nothing compared to what some folks have shelled out for the world’s priciest possessions. From celestial space stations to three-minute songs, here’s a curious roundup of the most outrageously expensive items ever bought, built, or… Read More »