Krystal Steinmetz
What the Walgreens-Rite Aid Mega-Merger Could Mean for You
Krystal Steinmetz on October 28, 2015
If the $17 billion purchase gets a green light from regulators, the drugstore industry will essentially be consolidated into two big chains.
Good News! Lower Heating Bills Are on the Way
Krystal Steinmetz on October 27, 2015
Warmer than average temperatures is just one reason you may rack up savings on your energy bill this winter.
Should the US Raise the Smoking Age to 21?
Krystal Steinmetz on February 19, 2016
If the country’s leading pediatricians have their way, the United States will further restrict access to tobacco products.
Wal-Mart Seeks FAA Permission for Drone-Delivery Testing
Krystal Steinmetz on October 27, 2015
With the retail giant following drone program development by Amazon and China’s Alibaba, the race is on to go airborne.
Is a Low Credit Score Driving Up Your Monthly Bills?
Krystal Steinmetz on October 26, 2015
Companies may be billing you more than the next customer based on your credit report, but they have to let you know, and there are ways to fight it.
Sorry Carnivores: Health Research Shows Processed Meats Cause Cancer
Krystal Steinmetz on July 5, 2021
You might want to think twice before you scarf down that next piece of beef jerky or load up on ham for lunches. And that grilled steak is probably not a great idea either.
Court Nixes Contract: Dad Can Stop Paying Adult Kids’ Expenses
Krystal Steinmetz on October 26, 2015
A judge agrees with a father that it’s OK to let his Ivy-League educated offspring fend for themselves.
IRS Rules to Allow Joint-Filing by Same-Sex Married Couples
Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2015
The IRS is officially recognizing same-sex marriages with new rules that treat all married couples, regardless of sex, equally.
Bet You Can’t Guess America’s 2nd Favorite Sneaker Brand
Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2015
Nike still reigns, but after that there’s a dark horse surging past all the other athletic shoe brands.
Hospitals to Avoid: Here’s the ‘Low-Down Dozen’
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
Learn about the 12 U.S. hospitals that earn the lowest ratings for preventing five dangerous and potentially deadly infections.
Some Things Are Not Awesome: A Lego Shortage is Looming
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
As the holidays approach, the Denmark-based Lego company is scrambling to keep up with demand. But American Lego lovers may be spared.
FCC to Release Data in Battle Against Robocalls
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
The commission hopes ongoing publication of robocall phone numbers and complaint details will help developers make more effective weapons to block the onslaught.
Sorry to Say, Women: The Gender Pay Gap is Widening
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
As men’s earnings grow at twice the pace of women’s, analysts parse the data and try to explain why. Here are some of the theories.
Amazon Is Hiring a Crazy Number of Seasonal Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
Even as some brick-and-mortar retailers cut back on their holiday hiring, the e-commerce giant plans to expand its seasonal staffing by 25 percent over 2014.
Another Blow for Embattled For-Profit ITT Colleges
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
There are at least 18 attorneys general and three federal agencies investigating this college chain. Here’s the latest government move to restrict the institution.
Most States Get Poor Grades on Teaching Money Skills in Schools
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
But one state is head and shoulders above all the others. Find out how yours ranks.
Stunning Increases: Drug Prices That Have Shot Up 400 to 1,200 Percent
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
A new report suggests that hedge funds and private equity firms are responsible for the soaring cost of many drugs.
FTC Settlement Slaps Bogus ‘Tech Support’ Providers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
The case, through which customers lost millions of dollars, is a warning to other computer users. Here’s how to be sure you don’t get taken.
Waiting for Your Chip Credit Cards? Beware of These Scams
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
The government warns that fraudsters are targeting people as they await their new, more secure credit cards. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Can Oprah Pull Weight Watchers Out of Its Slump?
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
After Oprah Winfrey paid $43 million for a chunk of the weight loss company, its stock soared. Will her blessing help the company make a lasting difference against the competition?
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