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Can We Finally Say Good-Bye to Those Hated Hotel Fees?
Christopher Elliott on June 28, 2016
Hotel and resort fees have grown aggressively in recent years, sparking a new challenge. Will lawmakers succeed in reining in deceptive pricing practices?
Businesses Are Paying a High Price to Prevent Terror Attacks
Krystal Steinmetz on June 27, 2016
In the wake of mass shootings, tourism and shopping destinations are footing huge bills to ensure the safety of customers. How much security is enough?
Netflix Viewers: Show Downloads May Be in Your Future
Krystal Steinmetz on June 27, 2016
Industry sources say the popular video streaming company is exploring allowing downloads so subscribers can watch some of its offerings offline.
Costco Members Can Shop at Sam’s Club for Free This Week
Karla Bowsher on June 27, 2016
If you’re a Costco member, consider yourself a Sam’s Club member too — at least through the upcoming holiday weekend.
Are Financial Robo-Advisers Already Doomed?
Karla Bowsher on June 27, 2016
Robo-advisers are a relatively new concept in investing, but they may already be struggling to survive.
Mountain Retreat Promises to Rejuvenate You — for $10,000 a Week
Krystal Steinmetz on June 26, 2016
For those who want to get away from it all — including those guilty pleasures like Candy Crush and cocktails — the wellness goddess awaits at Aja Malibu.
Why Most Consumers Still Prefer Paper Statements
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2016
If you’re still resisting the nudges from your bank or credit card company to go paperless, you’re not alone.
Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine May Offer No Benefit
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2016
A CDC panel says the noninjection flu vaccine “should not be used during the 2016-2017 flu season.” Find out why.
4 U.S. Cities Among the World’s Best for Female Entrepreneurs
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2016
Two cities on opposite sides of the U.S. are among the best environments for women looking to start small businesses.
Massive Medicare Fraud Crackdown: 301 People Charged
Krystal Steinmetz on June 23, 2016
The Justice Department says the suspects defrauded the health care system to the tune of $900 million.
Ultrasonic Dryers Could Revolutionize Your Laundry
Karla Bowsher on June 23, 2016
Imagine a heatless dryer that dries clothing twice as fast, causes less fading and creates less lint. It is on the way.
Report Shows Medicare, Social Security on Shaky Ground
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2020
Another annual report on Social Security funding, another batch of bad news.
Lawmaker Fights Move to Put Harriet Tubman’s Face on $20 Bill
Krystal Steinmetz on June 22, 2016
An Iowa congressman attempts to block the famed abolitionist from replacing Andrew Jackson on a redesigned bill, calling the change “divisive.”
Mobile Advertiser Fined for Secretly Tracking Millions of Consumers
Krystal Steinmetz on June 22, 2016
The company will pay less than $1 million to settle a case involving the covert tracking of hundreds of millions of people, including kids, to deliver targeted ads.
Forget the Tie: 8 Father’s Day Gifts Your Dad Actually Wants
Krystal Steinmetz on June 13, 2016
With gift prices starting at just $11, there’s sure to be something here that fits everyone’s budget.
5 Reasons Mosquitoes Are Attracted to You (and Not the Next Guy)
Krystal Steinmetz on June 13, 2016
If it seems like you’re a mosquito magnet compared with others around you, it’s probably not your imagination. Here’s why you’re getting bitten and what to do about it.
Are You Disgusted by What You’re Forking Over in Bank Fees?
Krystal Steinmetz on June 13, 2016
You are not alone. Millions of Americans are caught in a vicious cycle that benefits the bottom line of the banks.
5 Great Ways to Save More Bucks at Starbucks
Melissa Neiman on June 23, 2016
Love and cherish your daily trip to Starbucks? We’ve uncovered five ways to save at America’s favorite coffee shop.
3 Ways Hackers Hijack Today’s High-Tech Cars
Karla Bowsher on June 13, 2016
A new report details several ways ill-willed individuals can manipulate today’s automobiles.
11 Countries Where College Is Cheaper Than in the U.S.
Karla Bowsher on June 13, 2016
U.S. college costs may seem high, but they are more expensive in some nations. Meanwhile, the price of an education is relatively cheap in other places.
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