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What is ‘doom spending’? Money expert shares tips on how to avoid it

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Published: July 19, 2026 at 5:00AM EDT

Money expert Robyn Thompson explains the ‘doom spending’ phenomenon and how to recognize it when you’re shopping.

‘She was run over’: Woman, 20, dead after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga

‘She was run over’: Woman, 20, dead after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga

Ontario expanding emergency message system as nearly 200 wildfires rage

Ontario expanding emergency message system as nearly 200 wildfires rage

BC Wildfire Service says fire near Pemberton, B.C. is now being held

BC Wildfire Service says fire near Pemberton, B.C. is now being held

‘Before it’s too late’: Residents urged to heed wildfire-related evacuation order

‘Before it’s too late’: Residents urged to heed wildfire-related evacuation order

Alexander breaks CFL record as Alouettes down Stampeders 38-32

Alexander breaks CFL record as Alouettes down Stampeders 38-32

Cavalry FC and Wanderers trade big goals in 1-1 draw at ATCO Field

Cavalry FC and Wanderers trade big goals in 1-1 draw at ATCO Field

100 days until Ottawa’s municipal election. Here’s what you need to know

100 days until Ottawa’s municipal election. Here’s what you need to know

Here’s where you can watch the World Cup Final in Ottawa

Here’s where you can watch the World Cup Final in Ottawa

Students protest closure of Montreal college after provincial permit suspension

Students protest closure of Montreal college after provincial permit suspension

Where to watch the World Cup final in Montreal

Where to watch the World Cup final in Montreal

Alberta county cleaning up after damage and debris left behind by tornado

Alberta county cleaning up after damage and debris left behind by tornado

Traffic camera catches tornado in central Alberta; warning cancelled for Clearwater County communities

Traffic camera catches tornado in central Alberta; warning cancelled for Clearwater County communities

Man, 58, dead following ATV crash near Edmundston, N.B.

Man, 58, dead following ATV crash near Edmundston, N.B.

High winds force ferry cancellations Sunday in the Maritimes

High winds force ferry cancellations Sunday in the Maritimes

Four hospitalized after multi-car crash in Winnipeg’s North End

Four hospitalized after multi-car crash in Winnipeg’s North End

Extreme heat headed to southern Manitoba

Extreme heat headed to southern Manitoba

Regina set to host Canada’s francophone youth games for summer 2028

Regina set to host Canada’s francophone youth games for summer 2028

‘Play the game we love again’: Regina Thunder returns for 2026 season

‘Play the game we love again’: Regina Thunder returns for 2026 season

One charged after Kitchener shooting and alleged kidnapping

One charged after Kitchener shooting and alleged kidnapping

Waterloo Region no longer under air quality warning

Waterloo Region no longer under air quality warning

Riders coming out of bye week to prepare for matchup against Elks

Riders coming out of bye week to prepare for matchup against Elks

Saskatoon welcomes Western Canada’s top water skiers

Saskatoon welcomes Western Canada’s top water skiers

This equipment is being deployed to aid fight against wildfires in northern Ontario

This equipment is being deployed to aid fight against wildfires in northern Ontario

‘We’re in danger’: Ontario wildfire evacuees recall their harrowing escape

‘We’re in danger’: Ontario wildfire evacuees recall their harrowing escape

‘Wonderful Celebration:’ Pride London Parade brings community together

‘Wonderful Celebration:’ Pride London Parade brings community together

Sunny skies in forecast, with midweek shower chances

Sunny skies in forecast, with midweek shower chances

Wasaga Beach man, 40, dies in motorcycle crash

Wasaga Beach man, 40, dies in motorcycle crash

Breathing a fresh, clean air sigh of relief: Environment Canada lifts air quality warning

Breathing a fresh, clean air sigh of relief: Environment Canada lifts air quality warning

Halfway home: Windsor man walking 750 kilometres across Ontario to honour ancestors and support youth

Halfway home: Windsor man walking 750 kilometres across Ontario to honour ancestors and support youth

Super El Niño is underway. What does that mean for Canadians

Super El Niño is underway. What does that mean for Canadians

Police share suspect photos in string of Campbell River break-ins

Police share suspect photos in string of Campbell River break-ins

Man arrested, charged after Victoria transit supervisor assault

Man arrested, charged after Victoria transit supervisor assault

Ontario men face more than 80 gun-related charges; one also charged with sexual assault

Ontario men face more than 80 gun-related charges; one also charged with sexual assault

RCMP: 41 Canadian-linked assault victims, suspects identified in Project Medusa

RCMP: 41 Canadian-linked assault victims, suspects identified in Project Medusa

Wreckage of sunken boat near Alcatraz located as search continues for 2 missing passengers

Wreckage of sunken boat near Alcatraz located as search continues for 2 missing passengers

Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team

Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team

‘Contradictory statements about what you’ve given away’: Poilievre to Carney on Gordie Howe bridge deal

Mexican foreign minister says trilateral trade talks will happen when 'appropriate'

Ottawa boosts aid for quake-hit Venezuela, will now match up to $7M in donations

What is ‘doom spending’? Money expert shares tips on how to avoid it

‘An emergency measure’: Wood products industry calls on Ottawa to impose tariff on foreign goods

Cancer society applauds certification of class-action against e-cigarette maker JUUL

Foodborne illnesses at restaurant chains are rare but can sicken customers

Cut how many choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you

‘Menopause is not a medical condition’: Experts call for better workplace support

Licence revoked for boarding school where Paris Hilton says she was abused

Chloe Fineman exits ‘Saturday Night Live’ after 7 seasons

Marvel Comics to move publishing operations to California: Reuters source

Goals, technology and hydration breaks: How the biggest World Cup in history will be remembered

Argentina make 3 changes for World Cup final, Spain name same team

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

It’s not clear why more young children are drowning, but here’s what you can do about it

Since the camera is always watching, why not snap a surveillance selfie?

‘We’re so happy’: Parents of Calgary artist with autism say invest in your kid’s hobbies

Climate & Environment

This equipment is being deployed to aid fight against wildfires in northern Ontario

Peru earthquake: 5.5 magnitude hits Andes region, 5 dead

Super El Niño is underway. What does that mean for Canadians

Google and Apple are clashing with the EU over the future of AI assistants

Down in the depths: U.K. company rolls out underwater home they hope will be habitable for humans

‘Space, we have arrived’: India successfully launches first private orbital rocket