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The Fastest-Growing Jobs Have This in Common
Karla Bowsher on December 9, 2015
Anyone who is looking for a secure career would be wise to consider one job field, according to employment projections for the next decade.
The Top 5 Holiday Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Nancy Dunham on December 9, 2015
You won’t be laughing all the way if you’re dashing to the emergency room. Take note of these hazards and how to avoid them, so you can enjoy jingle bells instead of sirens.
Think Your Work Toilet Is Gross? These 5 Things in the Office Are Even Worse
Krystal Steinmetz on December 8, 2015
Find out which seemingly innocent items are harboring lots of disgusting germs, and what to do to avoid getting sick or making other people sick.
4 Reasons That 2016 Is Shaping Up to Be a Great Year to Buy a Home
Krystal Steinmetz on December 8, 2015
If your goal is to be a homeowner, these market signals suggest that this year is the right time to take the plunge.
How Much Sleep Do You Need to Drive Safely?
Karla Bowsher on December 8, 2015
A panel of experts recently tried to determine the amount of sleep necessary before the average person gets behind the wheel. Find out what they concluded.
38 Cities to Receive AT&T’s Ultra-Fast Internet Service
Karla Bowsher on December 8, 2015
Want to download an HD movie in just over a half-minute? Find out if AT&T’s lightning-fast Internet service is coming to your hometown.
Free Tool Helps You Decide When to Claim Social Security
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2020
A new calculator helps people determine the best age at which to claim Social Security benefits. It also has a big advantage over other similar services.
Ask Stacy: Do Unpaid Bills Expire, or Will I Owe Them Forever?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
If you receive a bill from a collection agency for a debt that’s 10 years old, do you have to pay it? If you think the statute of limitations automatically lets you off the hook, think again.
This Trend Could Allow You To Grow Old in Your Own Home, Affordably
Marilyn Lewis on December 8, 2015
The rapid emergence of nonprofit “neighborhood villages” allows older people to remain in their homes longer, receiving services through paid staff and volunteers. Here’s how to find one, or start your own.
Banana-Geddon? Rapidly Spreading Disease Threatens a Favorite Fruit
Krystal Steinmetz on December 7, 2015
Researchers predict extinction for the world’s most popular commercial fruit as a new strain of pathogen decimates crops.
Private College Presidents Who Earn Top Dollar
Krystal Steinmetz on December 7, 2015
The paycheck for the average private college president is on the rise. Find out how much the top earners make and which college employees earn even more than presidents at some institutions.
This Iconic Bunny Will Bare All for Playboy’s Last Nude Issue
Krystal Steinmetz on December 7, 2015
Playboy is undergoing a seismic shift, ending 62 years of nudity in its pages. It’s first cover girl was Marilyn Monroe. Ending the era will be this well-known blond bombshell.
Cable Company Uses Social Media to Shame Late Payers
Karla Bowsher on December 7, 2015
Imagine you’re late paying the cable bill and are punished by having your name and delinquent balance posted on social media. What would you do?
This Career Field Is Begging for Workers
Karla Bowsher on December 7, 2015
The demand for one kind of job regularly exceeds the supply of applicants — with the shortfall estimated to reach 1.5 million unfilled positions by 2022. Find out more.
Critics Pounce on Facebook CEO’s Pledge to Charity
Karla Bowsher on December 7, 2015
Mark Zuckerberg’s $45 billion charitable pledge initially earned praise. But criticism is mounting as details of the announcement receive closer scrutiny.
Where to Find Pockets of Economic Sanity in the United States
Bob Sullivan on December 7, 2015
Here’s where jobs exist, buying a home is within reach and schools are above average. (If you live on a coast, you’re probably not in one of these “sane circles.”
Grandparents: Here’s the Ideal Gift for Your Grandkids
Krystal Steinmetz on December 6, 2015
You may want to skip a traditional present for your grandchildren this holiday season and go with this gift instead. (It’s what their parents really want you to give the kids.)
Target Agrees to Pay Banks $39 Million in Data Breach Settlement
Krystal Steinmetz on December 6, 2015
This latest settlement, together with previous payouts, could prove to be a precedent-setting outcome for retailers that suffer a data breach.
Facebook Is Testing Out a Live Video Feature
Karla Bowsher on December 4, 2015
Facebook is rolling out two new features that may change how people use the social media site.
And the No. 1 Wireless Carrier Is …
Karla Bowsher on December 4, 2015
Consumer Reports crowns a new customer-service champ among the big wireless carriers. Find out who is now king of the hill.
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