Karla Bowsher
Americans Pay Up to 10 Times Too Much for Medications
Karla Bowsher on January 31, 2020
Would you rather pay $330 for your monthly prescription, or $15? In some cities, the choice is entirely yours.
Google Update Could Slash Mobile Data Consumption
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
Google is rolling out an update that aims to make browsing the Internet on a mobile device faster while also allowing you to consume less data.
You Might Need Less Money to Retire Comfortably
Karla Bowsher on December 2, 2015
Recent research questions a standing rule of thumb about how much money people need to retire.
Why Retail Workers Push Department Store Credit Cards
Karla Bowsher on December 1, 2015
There is a good reason why sales associates suggest store credit cards to customers during checkout. Find out more.
The 10 Best Retailers for Cyber Week Deals
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Department stores are among the best places to shop for cyber savings this week, according to an analysis of the biggest retailers’ deals.
A Free and Easy Way to Shop the Web More Securely
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Before you hunt down all those Cyber Monday deals, check your online account settings for a two-step verification option.
Science Reveals How Loneliness Makes You Sick
Karla Bowsher on November 30, 2015
Research shows that loneliness triggers the “fight-or-flight” response — and that is not a good thing for your health. Find out why.
Blacks Have More Faith in American Dream Than Others
Karla Bowsher on November 25, 2015
Despite facing numerous obstacles, black Americans as a group believe in the “American dream” more than Hispanics and whites, a new poll shows.
Breadwinning Women Are Making Progress
Karla Bowsher on November 25, 2015
The percentage of women who earn significantly more than their husbands is growing. Find out more.
Costco Is Latest Chain Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
Karla Bowsher on November 25, 2015
Chicken salad sold by Costco is believed to be the source of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 19 people in seven states. Is your state on the list?
Are Expensive Sneakers Really Better?
Karla Bowsher on November 24, 2015
A cheap pair of running shoes might suit you as well as an expensive pair, a new study finds. Which brands are rated best?
33 Million Americans Will Break Thanksgiving Tradition
Karla Bowsher on November 24, 2015
More than 10 percent of the U.S. population is projected to skip a longstanding Thanksgiving practice this year. Why are they doing it?
Can Sleeping Late on Weekends Kill You?
Karla Bowsher on November 23, 2015
Varying your sleep schedule can endanger your life. Find out why catching a few extra Z’s on your days off can be so risky.
How to Avoid Inviting ‘Superbugs’ to Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Karla Bowsher on November 23, 2015
Consumer Reports says reading turkey labels carefully is the key to avoiding eating meat contaminated with antibiotic-resistant superbugs. Here is what you need to know.
3 of America’s Safest Cities Can Be Found in 1 Region
Karla Bowsher on November 23, 2015
One area of this state has a cluster of the safest cities in the country. Find out where it is.
Falling Number of Home Appraisers Could Hurt You
Karla Bowsher on November 20, 2015
A drop in the number of real-estate appraisers could cause three big headaches for homebuyers and sellers.
To Get Cheaper Insurance Rates, Buy This Type of Car
Karla Bowsher on November 20, 2015
Eight of the top nine cheapest vehicles to insure share one quality. Find out what it is.
How Much Intimacy Is Ideal for Couples?
Karla Bowsher on November 20, 2015
More is not necessarily merrier when it comes to sex, new research shows. Find out exactly how much intimacy is optimal.
Wireless Bills Falling, but You Still Pay More for This
Karla Bowsher on November 19, 2015
The average monthly wireless bill has fallen nearly 7 percent since 2008, but one cost is rising.
Income Inequality Plagues Congress, Too
Karla Bowsher on November 19, 2015
The income inequality that plagues Americans also is evident among members of Congress, a new analysis shows.
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