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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.
37 Retailers Offering Triple Cash Back This Week
Karla Bowsher on August 23, 2016
How does up to 18 percent cash back on your online purchases sound? You can get it today through Aug. 29.
Divorce Spikes During These 2 Months Every Year
Karla Bowsher on August 23, 2016
Divorce filings in certain states consistently peak in March and August, new research shows. Find out why.
How to Avoid Being a Victim of Auto Insurance Fraud
Nancy Dunham on August 23, 2016
Learn about the “swoop and squat” and other scams that cost innocent drivers millions of dollars each year — and what to do if you suspect an auto insurance scam.
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.
Start Vacation Plans for ‘Great American Eclipse’ of 2017
Karla Bowsher on August 22, 2016
The “biggest and best solar eclipse in American history” is only a year away. Find out where you can see it.
How to Get Credit Card and Bank Fees Reversed
Allison Martin on August 22, 2016
Hit with a surprise fee on your credit card or bank statement? If you take action, you can reduce or eliminate these charges. Here’s how.
Get Cheap Loans for Energy-Efficient House Projects
Marilyn Lewis on November 2, 2020
You can cut your energy bills to zero with the right improvements, which don’t come for free. But you can also get a deal on these projects with government loans that support energy efficiency.
How to Earn Extra Money by Doing Things You’re Already Doing
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 8, 2020
Last year I earned more than $19,000 through this cash back site. Here’s how I did it.
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.
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.
Do Dogs Prefer Our Praise or Food?
Karla Bowsher on August 19, 2016
Would Fido rather be rewarded with your food or your love? Find out.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Stop Robocalls, Junk Mail and Spam?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
The bad news: There’s no way to completely eliminate junk calls, mail and email. The good news: You can slow the flood to a trickle in a matter of minutes. Here’s how.
What Happens If Artificial Intelligence Puts Us All Out of Work?
Kari Huus on August 19, 2016
As robots become more sophisticated and take over a greater range of tasks, it’s hard to know whether to celebrate the progress or fear the consequences. Here’s what some of the scholars are saying.
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.
Fill Your Own Slurpee Cup for $1.50 This Weekend
Karla Bowsher on August 18, 2016
You can fill a fishbowl, pineapple or other “acceptable vessel” this Friday and Saturday at 7-Eleven. Or, visit Wendy’s for a deal on a Frosty.
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.
Best Buy Offers 50 Hours of ‘Black Friday-Like’ Deals
Karla Bowsher on August 18, 2016
Move over, Amazon Prime Day: Best Buy is about to launch its own birthday sale that promises to rival Black Friday.
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