Krystal Steinmetz
Sick of Slow Wi-Fi? MIT Researchers Have a Solution
Krystal Steinmetz on August 23, 2016
Researchers think they have the answer to boosting the snail-speed Wi-Fi you typically experience at airports, big concerts or sporting events.
Will Charging Your Phone Overnight Damage It?
Krystal Steinmetz on August 22, 2016
Not sure whether leaving your smartphone to charge all night is bad for the phone’s battery? Read on for the answer.
IHOP Serving Up Pancake Stack for $1 on Aug. 23
Krystal Steinmetz on August 22, 2016
You can fill your belly with a short stack of buttermilk pancakes for just $1 at IHOP on Aug. 23. All proceeds will help reduce child hunger in the United States.
Cheaper Flights to Mexico on the Horizon
Krystal Steinmetz on August 22, 2016
Sunning yourself on a beach in Mexico is about to get a whole lot easier and cheaper for American travelers. Find out why.
National Parks Offering Free Admission Aug. 25-28
Krystal Steinmetz on August 21, 2016
The National Park Service is turning 100 years old on Aug. 25, and you’re invited to help celebrate. Find out what activities the park service has planned.
You Can Own a Piece of Olympic History
Krystal Steinmetz on August 21, 2016
Memorabilia from the Rio Olympic Games — including torches used to carry the Olympic flame, match-used balls and flags from the opening and closing ceremonies — are hitting the auction block.
Get Your Degree in 4 Years or the Next Year is Free
Krystal Steinmetz on August 21, 2016
A growing number of colleges are offering fifth year tuition-free programs. Find out how the programs work and which schools offer them.
Americans Are Pretty Happy Fliers So Far in 2016
Krystal Steinmetz on August 19, 2016
The number of complaints against airlines has nosedived 12 percent this year. Find out what may be behind the positive change.
Go to the Movies for Free on Aug. 20
Krystal Steinmetz on August 18, 2016
You can enjoy a free movie and discounted concession snacks at all Cinemark theaters on Saturday — all while helping raise money for charity.
Skyrocketing EpiPen Price Puts Allergy Sufferers at Risk
Krystal Steinmetz on January 31, 2020
EpiPens are a potentially life-saving device for those with severe allergies. But the price has soared more than 400 percent since 2008.
Why 7 Million American Men Aren’t Working
Krystal Steinmetz on August 17, 2016
The number of prime-age men (ages 25 to 54) in the U.S. labor force has been declining for decades. Find out what’s keeping these men out of the workforce.
Who Really Owns Your Tattoo?
Krystal Steinmetz on August 17, 2016
Got ink? You’ll probably be surprised to find out that your body art may be owned by someone else.
Why the Olympics Won’t Pay Off for Rio
Krystal Steinmetz on August 16, 2016
It’s not cheap to host the Olympic Games, and a new study finds that it almost never makes financial sense.
Cost of Medical Expenses Likely to Soar in Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on August 16, 2016
To cover out-of-pocket health care costs in retirement, a couple will need to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to a new estimate.
Study: Medicare Reimburses Female Physicians Less
Krystal Steinmetz on August 16, 2016
It seems no one is immune from the gender pay gap — even doctors. Find out which medical specialties have the widest reimbursement disparity.
Have This Harry Potter Book? You’re Sitting on a Gold Mine
Krystal Steinmetz on August 15, 2016
Some first editions of one of J.K. Rowling’s popular “Harry Potter” books have a typo that could fetch the lucky book owners more than $25,000.
Working Parents Value This More Than High Pay
Krystal Steinmetz on August 15, 2016
Three in four working moms and dads say this one job factor is more important than salary. Find out what it is.
Why Are Olympians Gorging on Big Macs and Fries in Rio?
Krystal Steinmetz on August 15, 2016
The Golden Arches seem to be as popular as gold medals in Rio de Janeiro. Find out why so many top athletes are turning to McDonald’s.
These Are the 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S.
Krystal Steinmetz on August 15, 2016
You might be surprised to see which white-collar jobs claimed a spot on CareerCast’s list of the most dangerous jobs in America.
Which Makes Kids Smarter: Video Games or Social Media?
Krystal Steinmetz on August 15, 2016
New research suggests that the way teens spend their time online may carry important clues about how they will perform academically.
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