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A Cheap, Common Vitamin Could Cut Your Skin Cancer Risk
Krystal Steinmetz on May 15, 2015
People who have had skin cancers in the past could significantly reduce the chance of a recurrence, new research indicates.
The Flaw That Tempts Thieves to Steal Your Apple Watch
Karla Bowsher on May 15, 2015
Apple’s new smartwatch lacks a key security feature, making it a more tempting target for thieves.
No More Soda at Dairy Queen, Kids
Karla Bowsher on May 15, 2015
DQ is the latest fast-food restaurant to take soda off the kids menu. Find out why drinks like the Arctic Rush are being frozen out.
FTC Launches Free Identity Theft Tool
Karla Bowsher on May 15, 2015
A new resource offers help to victims and potential targets of identity theft and data breaches. Here’s what you need to know before it’s too late.
5 Simple Rules for Choosing the Right Money-Saving LED Bulbs
Marilyn Lewis on May 15, 2015
LEDs cut your spending on electricity by 75 percent to 80 percent. Here’s how to choose them to cast the right light for every room.
Why ‘Phablets’ are Gobbling up the Phone and Tablet Markets
Bob Sullivan on May 15, 2015
These huge phones are dorky in a way but rapidly gaining popularity. Here’s why.
Adults Are Guzzling an Infant Drink for This Age-Old Malady
Krystal Steinmetz on May 14, 2015
And Pedialyte is capitalizing on this new market — actively advertising to the older crowd.
Anti-Graying Supplements Get Thumbs Down From FTC
Krystal Steinmetz on May 14, 2015
It’s easy to see why customers might try this product (wishful thinking). But the government is not impressed with the science (or lack thereof) used to back its claims.
Millennials are Job-Hoppers: Fact or Fiction?
Krystal Steinmetz on June 5, 2015
Many people see millennials as job wanderers, eager to bolt at a new work opportunity. Here’s a reality check.
The 5 Most Satisfying Airlines in North America
Karla Bowsher on May 14, 2015
Travelers are more pleased with North American airlines than in the past, according to the latest J.D. Power study. Find out who topped the list.
12 Cities That Offer the Best Work-Life Balance
Karla Bowsher on May 14, 2015
Looking for a better quality of life? Here are the top cities in three categories for college-educated people who are 35 or younger.
4 Ways to Protect Yourself From Starbucks App Attacks
Karla Bowsher on May 14, 2015
Customers say they are losing cash to hackers who exploit Starbucks mobile payment app. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Ebates Offering 16 Percent Cash Back at 150+ Stores
Krystal Steinmetz on May 14, 2015
If you’re planning to buy anything online between now and May 18th, read this.
Is Travel Insurance Worth Buying for Your Dream Vacation?
Christopher Elliott on May 14, 2015
The come-ons for insurance are constant and often compelling when you travel. If you buy in, beware the “gotcha clause.”
10 Most Dangerous Days for Driving
Guest Blogger on November 2, 2020
Data suggests that booziness, sleeplessness, aggressiveness — and maybe even ill omens — make the roads predictably perilous at these specific times.
Are You Ready to Fly on a Plane With No Pilot?
Krystal Steinmetz on May 13, 2015
Google may be looking beyond driverless cars to pilotless commercial planes. Sounds scary, but it could be more reliable, some argue.
Check Out This Tiny Computer With a $9 Price Tag
Krystal Steinmetz on May 13, 2015
Nine guys in Oakland get massive Kickstarter backing and roll out a muscular computer that’s smaller than a credit card and cheaper than anything else on the market.
Verizon and Sprint to Pay $158M to Settle Cramming Charges
Krystal Steinmetz on May 13, 2015
The wireless carriers allegedly stuck customers with millions in unauthorized charges. If you think you were a victim, here’s how to submit a claim.
The Best and Worst Banks for Consumer Protections
Karla Bowsher on May 13, 2015
Only one of the 50 largest banks in the country earned a perfect score for its policies on overdrafts, disclosure and dispute resolution in a recent study. Who is it?
Is Social Security in Bigger Trouble Than You Think?
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2020
Ivy league academics have accused the Social Security Administration of not being transparent about its looming shortfall. Here’s what it means for your retirement.
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