Karla Bowsher
Cellphone Carriers Offer Deals to iPhone Owners Who Upgrade
Karla Bowsher on September 14, 2015
Verizon is just the latest phone company trying to entice iPhone owners to upgrade. Find out about the available deals.
White House’s ‘College Scorecard’ Is New Comparison Tool
Karla Bowsher on September 20, 2016
President Obama has announced a new tool designed to help families make informed decisions about higher education.
Why Employers Are Struggling to Fill 5.8 Million Open Jobs
Karla Bowsher on September 11, 2015
The number of job openings is at a record high, but some of these positions are likely to go unfilled for a while. Find out why.
People With Arthritis More Likely to Slip Into Poverty
Karla Bowsher on September 11, 2015
Men and women with arthritis have a significantly greater chance of becoming poor. And one gender is especially at risk.
How NFL Game Scores Affect Stock Market Returns
Karla Bowsher on July 11, 2016
The effect of National Football League game outcomes ripples all the way to Wall Street, new research shows.
Community Colleges Offering the Most — and Least — for Your Cash
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
To get the most bang for your buck at a community college, consider heading to one state in the Southeast.
Consumer Debt Hits Record High — and That’s a Good Thing?
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
While debt is generally bad news for personal finances, it reflects good news about the economy.
Half of Americans Have High Diabetes Risk
Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2015
About 1 out of every 2 people in the U.S. has diabetes or pre-diabetes, new research shows. Here is what you can do to protect your family.
People Ditching Home Offices for Shared Workspaces
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Renting a desk downtown might be more expensive than working from home, but that hasn’t stopped co-working spaces from gaining in popularity.
Are E-Cigarettes Increasing Marijuana Use?
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some teenagers are using electronic cigarettes for more than a nicotine buzz, new research shows.
5 Jobs That May Nearly Disappear by the Next Decade
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some occupations face bleaker futures than others, due to evolving technology and other factors. Find out which jobs are in jeopardy.
Used Car Prices Higher — Here’s Where to Find the Best Bargains
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
The average price of a used car hit a record high in the second quarter of this year. But a few models remain a good deal for buyers.
Should Men or Women Pay on the First Date?
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
Even in 2015, the vast majority of heterosexual couples still don’t split the check 50/50 on the first date. What is going on?
The Music Album Designed to Give You 8 Hours of Sleep
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
When composer Max Richter performs his latest album live in Berlin this month, the goal will be to put the audience to sleep.
5 Cities Where You Need a Roommate to Afford to Rent
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
Conventional wisdom holds that rent should cost less than 30 percent of a renter’s income. But fewer people find that goal achievable.
Gas Is Cheap, but This May Slow Labor Day Travel
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
There’s good news and bad news for anyone who will be driving this holiday weekend.
Burger King Still Wants to Celebrate Peace Day
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
Despite a rebuff from McDonald’s, Burger King hasn’t given up its dream of collaborating with other restaurants on Peace Day.
The Most Germ-Ridden Parts of Airplanes and Airports
Karla Bowsher on September 3, 2015
Think the lavatory flush button harbors the most bacteria of any surface on an airplane? Guess again.
A More Healthful Ice Cream That Won’t Melt as Fast
Karla Bowsher on September 3, 2015
An ice cream that is more resistant to melting comes with both good news and bad news.
Comcast Launching New Options for ‘Cord Cutters’
Karla Bowsher on October 22, 2019
Comcast is the latest cable TV provider to offer new options to viewers who want to watch their programs via an online service.
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