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Are E-Cigarettes Increasing Marijuana Use?
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some teenagers are using electronic cigarettes for more than a nicotine buzz, new research shows.
5 Jobs That May Nearly Disappear by the Next Decade
Karla Bowsher on September 9, 2015
Some occupations face bleaker futures than others, due to evolving technology and other factors. Find out which jobs are in jeopardy.
Comcast to Roll Out a New Charge for Home Internet Users
Bob Sullivan on September 9, 2015
The new charge is bad news only for the biggest data users for now. But that could easily change. Find out if you’re in one of the trial areas.
President Orders New Benefits for Federal Contract Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on September 8, 2015
The latest executive order mandating paid sick leave for about 300,000 employees has some small businesses grumbling.
Retirees, Take Note: Downsizing Can Be Surprisingly Costly
Krystal Steinmetz on September 8, 2015
Answering four basic questions could help you avoid making the wrong move.
Will Amazon Be Delivering Your Next Order of Kung Pao Chicken?
Krystal Steinmetz on September 8, 2015
The e-commerce giant adds a restaurant delivery service to its offerings, beginning in Seattle, with promises to expand.
Used Car Prices Higher — Here’s Where to Find the Best Bargains
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
The average price of a used car hit a record high in the second quarter of this year. But a few models remain a good deal for buyers.
Should Men or Women Pay on the First Date?
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
Even in 2015, the vast majority of heterosexual couples still don’t split the check 50/50 on the first date. What is going on?
The Music Album Designed to Give You 8 Hours of Sleep
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2015
When composer Max Richter performs his latest album live in Berlin this month, the goal will be to put the audience to sleep.
Tempted by the New iPhone? 7 Points to Ponder Before You Pay Hundreds
Jim Gold on September 17, 2015
Does the latest Apple offering have new features that justify the upgrade? Here’s how to decide if it’s worth it for you, and — if it is — ways to offset the cost.
Ask Stacy: Is a Credit Union the Best Place for Loans?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader is wondering if a credit union is a good place to look for a car loan. The answer? When it comes to both saving and borrowing, credit unions are typically much better than banks.
3 Steps to Avoid Debt When Holiday Shopping
Donna Freedman on March 23, 2016
As you enjoy the last few rays of summer this Labor Day, don’t forget that the holiday shopping season soon will be upon us. Here are three ways to keep finances full of good cheer.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
It’s Not Just for Pro Athletes: 1 in 3 U.S. Workers Are Free Agents
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
A rough economy may have sparked the surge in part-timers, contractors and freelancers, but most of these workers are positive about the role, survey shows.
FDA Warns of the Dangers of Powdered Caffeine
Krystal Steinmetz on September 6, 2015
There’s a big — potentially deadly — difference between consuming caffeine in coffee and consuming the pure powdered form. The FDA is raising a red flag for producers and consumers.
5 Cities Where You Need a Roommate to Afford to Rent
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
Conventional wisdom holds that rent should cost less than 30 percent of a renter’s income. But fewer people find that goal achievable.
Gas Is Cheap, but This May Slow Labor Day Travel
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
There’s good news and bad news for anyone who will be driving this holiday weekend.
Burger King Still Wants to Celebrate Peace Day
Karla Bowsher on September 4, 2015
Despite a rebuff from McDonald’s, Burger King hasn’t given up its dream of collaborating with other restaurants on Peace Day.
How Teaching Kids Self-Control Can Pay Off Big in Adulthood
Krystal Steinmetz on September 3, 2015
You can get your kids on track for a solid financial future by leveraging lessons that arise in their day-to-day activities.
Why a Fox News Anchor Is Suing Over a Toy Hamster
Krystal Steinmetz on September 3, 2015
Television’s Harris Faulkner finds it very distressing that a “Littlest Pet Shop” character is also named Harris Faulkner.
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