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Dogs Hate It When We Hug Them, Expert Says
Karla Bowsher on April 27, 2016
Not only is hugging dogs likely to stress them out, but it also increases your chances of getting bitten. Find out why.
16 Top Vacation Destinations for Retirees
Karla Bowsher on April 27, 2016
Travel experts recommend the best locales for retirees looking to explore a new vacation destination.
Turner Launching Streaming Service for Movie Buffs
Karla Bowsher on April 27, 2016
A subscription service called FilmStruck is scheduled to make its debut this fall.
Travelers Choice: The Worst U.S. Airline of the Year …
Krystal Steinmetz on April 26, 2016
Americans are happier flying today than they’ve been in more than 20 years, according to this annual survey. But the results show that clearly all airlines are not created equal.
Super Sweet Deal: BOGO Dozen Doughnuts at Krispy Kreme on April 28
Krystal Steinmetz on April 26, 2016
Krispy Kreme is celebrating Superhero Day on Thursday with a BOGO deal on a dozen glazed donuts. Justice never tasted so sweet!
Dozens More Sears and Kmart Stores to Close in Effort to Boost Profits
Krystal Steinmetz on April 26, 2016
Many Sears and Kmart stores have already been shuttered and dozens more will close this summer. The closures deal a blow to average consumers and many U.S. communities.
3 Tips to Help You Find a Job in Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on April 26, 2016
If you want (or need) to keep working — but not 24/7 — here are ways to parlay your skills and experience into part-time work, consulting, teaching and more.
How to Save $10 on Your Next Meal Out
Karla Bowsher on April 28, 2016
Amazon is currently offering discounts on gift cards that are good at several national restaurant chains.
Disney World Announces Free Dining Days for 2016
Karla Bowsher on April 26, 2016
The freebie is what Disney calls a “dining plan,” which is good for two meals and one snack per person, per night of your stay.
Used Car Prices Are Falling for the First Time in Years
Karla Bowsher on April 27, 2016
Used car prices are expected to drop 5 to 6 percent, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association. Find out what is behind the downward trend.
Exploring the World of Drones? Get Started With This Buying Guide
Nancy Dunham on April 26, 2016
Here’s how to navigate the massive new market of drones to find the right one for you. (Hint: Save money and heartache by starting small and upgrading as your pilot skills improve.)
How to Choose the Right Security System for Your Home
Colleen Sparks on April 26, 2016
Here’s what you need to know about the costs and potential scams around security systems — so that you can finally get peace of mind.
Facebook Vows to Crack Down on Sketchy Discount-Clothing Retailers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 25, 2016
The social network company has received a barrage of complaints from users about low-quality, knockoff items they’ve bought through ads on the site.
Beware of Emails Claiming ‘Your Package Has Been Delivered’
Karla Bowsher on April 25, 2016
The latest strain of ransomware – called “TeslaCrypt” — is among the most sophisticated yet, experts say.
How Does Your Salary Compare With Albert Einstein’s Pay?
Karla Bowsher on April 25, 2016
Ever wonder what changing the world is worth financially? A jobs search site has done the homework.
Science Reveals Why It’s Hard to Sleep in Hotels
Karla Bowsher on April 25, 2016
It’s not those uncomfortable hotel pillows that keep you from getting a sound sleep on a first night away from home. It’s you.
To Buy or Rent? How to Find the Answer to That Million-Dollar Question
Kari Huus on April 26, 2016
Some number-crunching scholars have developed an index to help you find the best financial choice in 23 different U.S. cities. Use this tool, calculators … and some soul-searching as you make the decision.
Hospital Ransomware Hacks Show Our System is Focused on the Wrong Things
Bob Sullivan on April 25, 2016
Our efforts to protect patient privacy, through HIPAA, are ‘defending patient records instead of patient health.’ Meanwhile, security systems against hackers are in shambles.
No One Is Immune to the Gender Pay Gap, Not Even Doctors
Krystal Steinmetz on December 21, 2016
A new report produces this puzzling finding: The wage gap between highly trained women and their male peers in the medical profession is even bigger than the national average.
Sorry Snowboarders, You’re Legally Banned From This ‘Skiers’ Mountain’
Krystal Steinmetz on April 24, 2016
A federal appeals court has upheld a Utah ski resort’s longstanding ban on snowboarding, ending a multi-year legal challenge by a group of snowboarders.
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