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Drinking Coffee Might Boost Health, Extend Your Life
Karla Bowsher on November 17, 2015
Some people joke that their daily coffee habit is an addiction. But scientists consider a cup of joe to be part of a healthy diet. Find out more.
Pandora Plans New Music Service to Rival Spotify, Apple
Karla Bowsher on November 17, 2015
Pandora’s music service has always been more passive than those of on-demand competitors, but that is about to change.
It Just Got Easier to Fight Credit Report Errors Online
Karla Bowsher on November 17, 2015
The major credit reporting bureaus now offer consumers the ability to upload documents to support their case when challenging inaccuracies. Find out more.
Ask Stacy: Will Having a Mortgage Improve My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Paying attention to your credit report and score is responsible. But unless you’re planning on borrowing soon, there’s no reason to lose sleep over the little things.
Equality in Marriage: Why Young Dads Start Out Strong, But Many Backslide
Marilyn Lewis on November 17, 2015
More parents than ever work full time outside home and more are sharing child-rearing and household chores, a new study shows. But traditional roles tend to creep back.
Gobble, Gobble: Turkey Prices Soar to Record High
Krystal Steinmetz on November 16, 2015
Find out why your Thanksgiving turkey could be eating up more of your holiday meal budget this year.
Rare Alignment: Parents and Teens Agree on This Health Issue
Krystal Steinmetz on November 16, 2015
The public health apparatus is lumbering along on regulating e-cigarettes, but parents and teens are out in front on this one.
Millennials Vote With Their Feet on Choice of Banks
Krystal Steinmetz on November 16, 2015
Why many young Americans are dumping big banks and moving their money to smaller banks and credit unions.
Does ‘Dramatic’ Jump in Foreclosure Starts Spell Trouble?
Karla Bowsher on November 16, 2015
The housing market just recorded the largest month-over-month increase in foreclosure starts since August 2011. Find out which states are struggling.
Auto Loan Balances Surpass $1 Trillion
Karla Bowsher on July 11, 2016
Auto loan balances jumped more than 11 percent during the third quarter compared with last year. Find out why the trend is significant.
More Doctors Want Patients Who Pay Membership Fee
Karla Bowsher on November 16, 2015
So-called “concierge” medicine — where patients pay doctors directly rather than using insurance — is growing. Find out why.
Ways That Parents Play Dirty to Score Hot Holiday Gifts for Kids
Krystal Steinmetz on November 15, 2015
Lying, cutting lines, pushing and impersonating a store clerk are just a few of the things people admit to when they are toy shopping, a new survey says.
Help (Urgently) Wanted: 100,000 New STEM Teachers
Krystal Steinmetz on November 15, 2015
The race is on to train the number of educators qualified to teach science, technology, engineering and math that will be required to prepare U.S. students for the future.
Divorcing? Why You Should Hire a New Financial Adviser
Krystal Steinmetz on November 15, 2015
At this critical juncture, what’s called for is a financial adviser — probably a new one — and not just your attorney, for money planning advice.
Attention, Passengers: Here Is the Worst Day to Fly
Karla Bowsher on November 13, 2015
One day of the week typically sees more delayed and canceled flights than any other.
KFC Launches On-Demand Delivery
Karla Bowsher on November 13, 2015
Colonel Sanders wants to bring the chicken to you. Find out where Kentucky Fried Chicken is now available for delivery.
Employees’ Health Costs Up 134 Percent in Decade
Karla Bowsher on November 13, 2015
Employees are contributing an average of nearly $5,000 annually to their health care costs. Find out where expenses are headed in 2016.
The Most Annoying Airline Passenger Behaviors, by the Numbers
Krystal Steinmetz on November 12, 2015
Expedia’s new survey on in-flight etiquette — or lack thereof — reveals the most hated behaviors among folks crammed together on a plane.
Joe’s Crab Shack Axes Tips, Boosts Worker Wages
Krystal Steinmetz on November 12, 2015
A back-of-the-envelope calculation suggests that the no-tipping policy will actually lead to savings for diners. Find out how.
Panhandler Brings in $200 an Hour, With a Cup and a Dog
Krystal Steinmetz on November 12, 2015
This unemployed man and his dog are in the spotlight for their success at getting handouts. Their story offers a window into the debate over panhandling.
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