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Nearly Half of Happy Employees Are Angling to Quit
Krystal Steinmetz on October 1, 2015
A new survey reveals that contrary to popular belief, a happy employee isn’t always a committed and loyal employee.
Remember Filene’s Basement? It’s Back From the Grave, Virtually
Krystal Steinmetz on October 1, 2015
Once a favorite place of bargain hunters who dug through merchandise for treasures, Filene’s has been resurrected online.
Credit Cards Are Now More Secure — and Confusing
Karla Bowsher on October 1, 2015
Using a credit card is now more secure. But you might be better off avoiding shopping or paying with cash for a while. Find out why.
Scientist Identifies the Top 10 ‘Feel-Good’ Songs
Karla Bowsher on October 1, 2015
The next time you’re feeling down, try listening to one of these songs from the past 50 years.
Target Now Matches Prices With These 30 Online Retailers
Karla Bowsher on October 1, 2015
Target adds 24 more online competitors to its price-match policy for purchases made both in stores and online.
Should You Pay the Price for a Concierge Doctor?
B.T. Ballenger on October 1, 2015
Concierge medicine lets you see the doc when you want to in exchange for a regular, ongoing fee. Here’s how to figure out if the costs make sense for you.
Museum Pays Tribute to Consumer Victories Over Business Bullies
Bob Sullivan on October 1, 2015
Consumer advocate Ralph Nader’s pet project highlights battles that led to safer toys and cars and demanded accountability from cigarette companies to name a few.
Wal-Mart Launches Curbside Grocery Pickup Service
Krystal Steinmetz on September 30, 2015
The big box store rolls out the latest model of online grocery shopping — following variations by Target and Amazon — this one aimed mainly at suburban shoppers to start.
Amtrak to Enforce Baggage Limits (Such as They Are)
Krystal Steinmetz on September 30, 2015
Still, you’d have to be seriously overpacking — and possibly require a donkey to lug it all — to run up extra charges.
Keurig’s Latest Innovation: The ‘Kold’ Drink Machine
Krystal Steinmetz on September 30, 2015
The countertop device allows you to make big-name sodas, flavored water and — some day — cocktail mixers at home, but it’s not cheap. Is it worth it?
How Gender and Body Type Impact Your Love Life
Karla Bowsher on September 30, 2015
Ever wondered how your sexual history compares with that of the average person? Speculate no more.
10 Wealthiest People in America (and Donald Trump)
Karla Bowsher on September 30, 2015
The billionaires who made Forbes magazine’s latest annual “Forbes 400” list are getting richer. Where does “The Donald” rank?
‘Adult Playground’ for Marijuana Smokers in the Works
Karla Bowsher on September 30, 2015
Forget the casino: This South Dakota Indian reservation’s next business venture is a marijuana wonderland.
Drivers Collide With Gas Price Shenanigans
Christopher Elliott on September 30, 2015
The lesson is to slow down enough to read the fine print. You will be amazed at the “gotchas” you will find.
7-Year-Old Finds Treasure at the Playground
Krystal Steinmetz on September 29, 2015
Can finders be keepers? That was the question facing a little boy who came across $8,000 in cash.
Hoax Alert: Facebook Is Not Charging You to Retain ‘Private’ Status
Krystal Steinmetz on September 29, 2015
Pause for a moment and think before you copy and paste this “notice” on your Facebook page.
Compromised Credit Cards Point to Hilton Hotel Data Breach
Krystal Steinmetz on September 29, 2015
If you stayed with the Hilton or one of its franchises earlier this year, your card may be subject to fraudulent activity. Here’s what you need to know about the data hack.
Sit Too Long? The 10-Minute Fix That Could Save Your Life
Karla Bowsher on September 29, 2015
Prolonged sitting has been associated with greater risks of potentially fatal conditions. But there may be a simple way to prevent — and even reverse — the damage.
4 Reasons You’re More Likely to Get Bumped From a Flight
Karla Bowsher on September 29, 2015
A Nobel Prize-winning economist recently was told to leave a flight after he already was seated. Here is how you can avoid that fate.
And the Award for Cutting the Most Jobs Goes to …
Karla Bowsher on September 29, 2015
Outplacement company Challenger, Gray & Christmas sees some ominous signs in the latest wave of layoffs. Find out more.
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