Archive for 'Spending'
Election-Predicting Doughnuts?
Sep 04, 2012 - A Colorado-based doughnut chain claims it can predict the next president based on its sales.
The Top 10 Tailgating Cars
Sep 04, 2012 - Do you have one of the coolest cars for a tailgating party? Check the list.
Is Your Doctor Overcharging You?
Sep 04, 2012 - A reader was billed for her last visit to her doctor's office even though she didn't see the doctor. Such a bill is either an honest mistake or a fraudulent overcharge – and here's how to tell if you're paying too much.
New Corn Seeds Fight Drought
Sep 03, 2012 - Seed companies have developed a new corn seed that could boost yield 15 percent during a drought and lower price shock at the grocery store.
Dieting? Dim the Lights
Sep 03, 2012 - New research suggests mood lighting and mellow music at restaurants might help you lose weight.
Quicker Checkout With Smartphones?
Sep 03, 2012 - Walmart's testing a system that lets you scan and bag groceries while you shop instead of standing in a long checkout line.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy a TV? 5 Shopping Tips
Sep 03, 2012 - When it's time to buy a high-definition TV, 3D is the last thing many consider. Price is first – and most prices are at a two-year high.
Sweeter Diet Pepsi?
Aug 31, 2012 - Coca-Cola and Diet Coke are the two top-selling U.S. sodas. Pepsi's trying to shake things up, but its plans may fizzle out.
How to Track the Money in Politics
Aug 31, 2012 - New apps make it easy to find out the truth, track campaign spending, and identify secretive donors.
Return of the Classic Cocktail
Aug 30, 2012 - New research shows the Gimlet and Sazerac – among others – are popping up on more menus.
Ask an Expert: Can Online Coupons Cause Viruses?
Aug 30, 2012 - Lynette believes a popular coupon website infected her computer, and now she wonders if she can trust any coupon websites.
18 Flippant Facts You Didn’t Know About the $2 Bill
Aug 30, 2012 - I recently got handed a $2 bill as change. At first, I thought, "Are you kidding me?" Then I did some research...
Walking Lowers Cigarette Cravings
Aug 29, 2012 - Medical researchers found exercise temporarily reduces the craving to smoke.
More Teens Getting Plastic Surgery
Aug 28, 2012 - Five percent more teens got cosmetic surgery in 2011 than in 2010.
Americans Say: More Ethnic Food, Please
Aug 28, 2012 - Few consumers are satisfied with the ethnic cuisine offered at chain restaurants.
