A measly 40 eating contests wasn't enough. We've loosened our belts another notch and more than doubled the list to include overseas eateries, sushi, tequila and more. Here are 85 restaurant challenges for those seeking free food and entertainment.

In the age of social networking, group buying emerged as the Facebook-esque coupon story of 2010; bold, inventive and utterly unstoppable. But Groupon isn't the only couponing news this year. Our list counts down the 10 most impressive stories and cruelest faux pas of 2010.

Facebook is at once a monumental achievement, incredible time-suck and generational buzzword. But with the addition of Facebook credits, the site is evolving further and moving beyond mundane life details to become a one-stop shop for consumers and merchants.

Spooky lights, inappropriate costumes, and sugar-induced comas somehow create warm fuzzies when we think about the end of October. If we can ignore the general weirdness and occult history surrounding this holiday, trick 'o treating is a really great time to spend with friends and neighbors. Regardless of your beliefs, this time of year can serve as a big community builder. But don't ignore the inevitable. While Halloween is all fun and tasty games for the kiddies, who gets stuck with the bill?

Looking for a Halloween costume that is totally 2010? Let everyone else dress as a vampire this year. We've got 30 ideas for Halloween costumes that are ripped straight from the hottest blogs, YouTube videos and gossip-rag headlines.

A Coupon Sherpa survey shows men and women vary wildly on an important question: Is it tacky or thrifty to use coupons on a first date? Ladies are twice as likely to see it as a sign of tackiness, yet the overall numbers show a nearly even split. The coupon question is more complicated than it seems as professionals and everyday daters weigh in on the debate.

Smart phones are no longer the privileged property of high-powered businessmen and teen celebrities. Mobile apps make it easier than ever to harness the power of these mini-computers, but wading through the veritable app ocean can be a hassle. In response, we've compiled a list of the top 18 smart phone apps for students, useful in and out of class.

The NFL football season is drawing nigh and it's time to think about the most cringe-inducing part of football season aside from Chad Ochocinco: astonishingly overpriced everything. Several teams around the league offer ticket discounts or fan incentives to maximize your experience, even outside the stadium.

As if September weren't fabulous enough already with the aroma of freshly sharpened number two pencils and the first nip of cool air, it just got even better. September is National Coupon Month! Of course Coupon Sherpa is bonkers for bargains, but according to I Love Coupon Month everyone else is jumping on the bandwagon, snipping coupons in record numbers.

Just when you think it's smooth sailing through your college years, you learn about these things called expenses. Mom and Dad have paid for them until now, and may still dish out for them while you're a student. Things like gas, clothing, rent, food, and luxuries (or those things you formerly bought with your allowance) now suck up every available buck.