How the vodka soda became ‘gay water’

How the vodka soda became ‘gay water’

Photo illustration by Emily Rabbideau – Photos courtesy of House of Love and Gay Water Late last year, 33-year-old Justin Ruka of Orlando met a flight attendant at a gay bar. About a month later, Ruka saw a familiar face coming down the aisle during an Alaska Airlines flight to …

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State Farm vs. Geico car insurance: Which is better?

State Farm vs. Geico car insurance: Which is better?

State Farm and Geico are two of the biggest names in the car insurance space. State Farm®  is the largest property and casualty insurance company in the U.S., issuing auto policies since 1922. It’s praised for its customer service and easy-to-navigate online application and claims process. In business since 1936, …

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SquareMouth travel insurance review 2024

SquareMouth travel insurance review 2024

Squaremouth is an online travel insurance marketplace that’s helped over 3.5 million people buy policies since 2003. It offers dozens of providers, including many of our top picks — like Nationwide, Berkshire Hathaway Travel Insurance and Travel Insured International. We love how simple the platform makes it to compare multiple …

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Are safe driving discounts worth it?

Are safe driving discounts worth it?

With car insurance rates soaring in recent years, drivers are looking for ways to save on their premiums. Many insurers offer safe driving discounts that incorporate telematics programs, also known as usage-based insurance (UBI), to record and evaluate your habits behind the wheel. If the data shows you’ve been a …

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5 best investment accounts for kids of June 2024

5 best investment accounts for kids of June 2024

It’s never too early to start investing for your kids and teaching them the concept of setting aside money for a goal. The more time you have in the market, the more your money can grow. Below, CNBC Select breaks down the best investment accounts for kids, not including savings …

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The best car insurance in Texas for 2024

The best car insurance in Texas for 2024

Getting car insurance in Texas doesn’t have to be a big expense. It tends to be higher than the American average for car insurance costs, with the typical Texas driver paying $2,445 for full coverage, and $695 for minimum coverage according to Bankrate data. You can get the best deal …

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Why I’m keeping my Chase Sapphire Reserve card

Why I’m keeping my Chase Sapphire Reserve card

I’ve been obsessed with travel since I got my first passport in high school. Over the years, I’ve used lots of credit cards to fund my trips, from airline cards to cash-back cards. I’ve wanted the Chase Sapphire Reserve® since its debut in 2016. With comprehensive travel insurance, an annual …

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