Smart Shopping Team

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The Smart Shopping Team uncovers the best products, services, and deals around the internet, with all our content exclusively written by members of the Mental Floss staff.

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The Best Deals to Shop During Amazon Prime Day

This Eco-Friendly, Wearable Sleeping Bag Will Keep You Cozy on Chilly Nights

Jingle bells aren't the only ornament that'll make your Christmas celebrations special this time around.

You Can Create Lasting Family Keepsakes With These Personalized Holiday Ornaments

Roborock's lineup of state-of-the-art robot vacuums and mops are on sale now on Amazon.

These Roborock Vacuums Make Cleaning a Breeze—and Are on Sale for Black Friday

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Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen in ’Game of Thrones.’

‘The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook’ Lets You Indulge in the Cuisine of Westeros

Recipes from the ‘Game of Thrones’-inspired cookbook include Dothraki Blood Pie and Winter Town Wassail.

Knock other players off the board in 'Monopoly Knockout.'

This New ‘Monopoly Knockout’ Game Lets You Get Physical

Unlike most ’Monopoly’ games, this version will keep you on your feet.

Now you can trim your tree with the Sentinel Sphere from 'Phantasm'

Deck the Halls With Gore and ‘80s Throwbacks With These Horror-Themed Christmas Ornaments

Middle of Beyond offers holiday ornaments, ugly Christmas sweaters, and more inspired by your favorite '70s and '80s horror classics, including "Evil Dead 2," "Phantasm," and others.

Our Vault is full of great last-minute gift finds, from books to games, and more.

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‘Lyrically Correct’: Put Your Hip-Hop and R&B Knowledge to the Test With This Y2K Music Trivia Game

‘Lyrically Correct’ is the ultimate music trivia game for hip-hop and R&B lovers.

Cooking with cast iron can be great. Cleaning it up? Maybe not so much.

Love Your Cast-Iron Skillet? These Accessories Will Help You Maintain It (And They’re on Sale)

Caring for cast-iron cookware isn’t always easy, but these Lodge deals on top-rated accessories can make it all feel so simple.

A Limited-Edition, Halloween-Themed Snoopy Bobblehead Just Dropped from FOCO

If you watch 'It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' every year, this limited-edition Halloween Snoopy bobblehead is a worthwhile investment.

Cards Against Humanity Just Released Its First New Party Game in Over a Decade

'Head Trip' promises to be just as weird and raunchy as the original.

A top-rated soundbar for under $70? Yes, please.

This Top-Rated Soundbar Is "Definitely a Steal," and It's on Sale Right Now

Give your home theater the upgrade it deserves with the Bestisan soundbar and save more in the process.

Get the perfect Mother's Day gift for less.

8 of the Best Mother’s Day Sales Happening Now

Celebrate the holiday with more savings, thanks to these Mother's Day sales happening at Amazon, Sur La Table, and other retailers.

Celebrate this long holiday weekend with extra savings at leading retailers.

The Best Labor Day Sales You Can Shop Online

Discover the best Labor Day sales 2023 from top brands like Best Buy, Walmart, Solo Stove, and others with this roundup.

This year, you won't lose sleep over what to give the insomniac in your life.

12 Perfect Gifts for Insomniacs

With this roundup of the best gifts for insomniacs, you won't lose sleep over what to give them this holiday season.