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The pandemic hasn't stopped major grocery manufacturers from inconspicuously shrinking their products as a sneaky way to pass on a price increase. We've got the latest before and after pictures. That is our Mouse Print* story this week. [NOTE: This story will run here through January 3rd.]

Fascinating History (and Future) of the Bed, Bath & Beyond 20% Off Coupon

New management vowed to get rid of them, but the large ubiquitous 20% off coupons from Bed, Bath & Beyond are probably not going anywhere. Here is its fascinating history, written by Ron Lieber, NYT's money columnist. [Alternate link.]

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COVID Prompts Return Policy Changes

return policy Consumer World's annual survey reveals liberalized return rules at major retailers but one chain going in the opposite direction.

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Free T-Mobile Test Drive

T-Mobile is once again offering a free test drive of its 4G-LTE network with a free mifi device that you connect via Wi-Fi to your existing cellphone, tablet, or computer. You get 30 gigs of high-speed data to use as you wish for 30 days for Internet use, texting and Wi-Fi calling. Previous and current users may not be eligible.