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CVS to Let You Opt Out of ‘Yard-Long’ Receipts
Karla Bowsher on May 25, 2016
The pharmacy chain will soon give you the option to receive all coupons as well as your receipts by email.
A Social Security Strategy That Pays Off Big for Couples
Marilyn Lewis on May 25, 2016
Even though Congress put an end to the popular “file and suspend” strategy for collecting Social Security, another approach remains to help many couples supersize their benefits — sometimes gaining tens of thousands of dollars.
6 Mouthwatering Deals for National Burger Day
Krystal Steinmetz on May 24, 2016
Celebrate America’s most iconic food with burger freebies and discounts. Plus, get a chance at free burgers for a year from one popular restaurant chain.
Question: What Would You Do After Winning a Ginormous Lottery?
Krystal Steinmetz on May 24, 2016
You hit the jackpot! Now what? Here’s the surprising answer that 80 percent of Americans gave.
1 in 3 Millennials Are Shacked Up With Mom and Dad
Krystal Steinmetz on March 3, 2021
It’s a first in the modern era: More young Americans are living with their parents than with a spouse or romantic partner.
Your Twitter Experience Is About to Change
Karla Bowsher on May 24, 2016
Twitter announced today that you soon will be able to say more in tweets that include media — such as images and videos — or user names.
10 Countries Where the U.S. Dollar Goes a Long Way
Karla Bowsher on March 3, 2021
The current strength of the dollar makes this summer a good time to travel abroad, according to one analysis.
Blood Pressure Fluctuations Linked to Cognitive Decline
Karla Bowsher on May 24, 2016
A study finds an association between higher long-term blood pressure variability and a faster rate of cognitive decline among older adults.
New Services Make Private Jet Travel Affordable(ish)
Jim Gold on May 24, 2016
Jet-sharing services that take a page from Uber and Airbnb are driving down the cost of private flights — putting that luxury within reach for a growing number of travelers.
Tips for Keeping Tabs on Your Kids While You’re at Work this Summer
Nancy Dunham on May 20, 2021
A few simple steps can help keep teenage kids safe this summer — without making them feel like they are under house arrest.
Scorching Savings: Get These 5 Food Items for Cheap This Summer
Krystal Steinmetz on May 23, 2016
Unless you’re vegan you can ring up significant savings this summer as prices decline on these staple foods.
The Chore That Americans Hate the Most
Krystal Steinmetz on May 23, 2016
The household task that many of us dread the most is also baffling to consumer appliance designers, who can’t figure out how to automate it.
‘Chewbacca Mom’ Viral Video Causes a Run on Wookie Masks
Krystal Steinmetz on May 23, 2016
This woman’s laughter was so infectious that it swept the country by video, and bolstered sales of some “Star Wars” merchandise across a swath of retailers.
New ‘Nutrition Facts’ Label Has Bad News for Your Sweet Tooth
Karla Bowsher on May 23, 2016
The new version of the “Nutrition Facts” label that appears on packaged foods puts the danger of sugar consumption in the spotlight.
5 Cities Where You Must Earn 6 Figures to Make Rent
Karla Bowsher on May 23, 2016
It takes an income of about $216,000 per year to afford a two-bedroom apartment in one U.S. city these days — and it’s not New York.
Taxis, Rentals and Ride-Shares Crawling With Germs
Karla Bowsher on May 23, 2016
A recent analysis found that certain parts of taxis and ride-share and rental cars are loaded with bacteria.
Change These 3 Habits and Retire Wealthy
Krystal Steinmetz on May 22, 2016
Some expenses seem small at the moment, but over time drain an astonishing sum of money from your future funds. Stop or cut back, and the results can be dramatic by the time you retire.
New App Helps You Make Money on the Extra Room in Your Suitcase
Krystal Steinmetz on May 22, 2016
Just as Uber facilitates car sharing and Airbnb enables home sharing, this service connects people who want to defray airfare costs with those who want to ship things cheaply.
Ladies, Whoopi Goldberg Has Some Marijuana Products to Make Your Month
Krystal Steinmetz on May 22, 2016
The actress and a pot entrepreneur have a line of products aimed at the millions of women who suffer from severe menstrual cramps. No need to get high to get relief, they say.
4 Lifestyle Changes Could Cut Cancer Death Risk in Half
Karla Bowsher on May 20, 2016
Lifestyle changes might prevent 20 percent to 40 percent of cancer cases — and about half of cancer deaths, new research indicates.
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