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Love and Money: What America's Spending This Valentine's Day

Romance can't be reduced to dollars and cents, but when Valentine's Day rolls around, there's some pressure to whip out your wallet. With that in mind, Discover has produced a fun little infographic that shows what everyone wants on Feb. 14 -- and how much they expect to pay.

Smartphone Obsession Can Cost You... Dinner

Last week, it was widely reported that Eva Restaurant, a small eatery in Los Angeles, is offering customers a 5% discount for handing their cell phones in before eating. But Gold isn't the first restaurateur to tackle the issue of distracting cell phone use.

Food of Love: Valentine's Day Dining by the Numbers

A romantic dinner is a Valentine's Day staple, and lovebirds are once again making reservations to dine with their special someones. (And guys, you're running out of time!) So which are the top choices of cuisine, and how much will the check be when it comes to the table? Read on...

Fast Food's Biggest Fans: Not Who You'd Think

You'd think that fast-food restaurants -- with their emphasis on value -- would appeal primarily to those at the lower end of the income scale. But according to a new national study, dining at McDonald's and its quick-serving competitors becomes more common as people make more money.