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Are Car Insurance Companies Illegally Jacking Up Rates?
The Consumer Federation of America says insurance companies are discriminating against consumers they think won’t ditch if rates go up for no reason.
Colleges Cash in Their Students for Big Payments From Banks
Some banks are paying colleges to help boost the number of students who bank with them.
The 1 Percent Grab Their Biggest Share Since 1928
The wealthiest 10 percent of Americans earned nearly half of all U.S. income last year.
Can You Learn a New Language by Watching Movies or TV?
Watching TV or films in a language you’d like to learn is far from the only free or frugal method widely available to you.
The Oldest Drivers in America
Florida’s aging population poses challenges on the road, but some changes could make driving easier.
Might Want to Use Your Frequent-Flier Miles Before You Die
Several airlines don’t allow them to be transferred, even if you have a great reason for not using them, such as being dead.
Want to Lose Weight? Every Minute Counts
If you think you don’t have time to exercise, new research might make you feel differently.
How To Make Your Smartphone Battery Last Longer
Smartphones can do a lot of stuff at once, but they don’t always need to.
We’re a Finalist in a National Video Contest — Help Us Win
Money Talks News is a finalist in a national video contest sponsored by American Airlines. Check out our entry!
My Friend Stole My Identity
What to do when your friend steals your personal information and empties your bank account.
Review: Citi ThankYou Preferred Rewards Card With 30,000 Bonus Points
Citi has issued an alternative version of its ThankYou Preferred Rewards Card with chip technology and big bonus rewards.
Automatic 18 Percent Tips for Large Parties on the Way Out
The IRS is changing the rules on forced tips for big groups, and restaurants might ditch them to avoid tax complications.
Chicken Nuggets: Made in China?
The USDA is ending a ban on importing processed chicken from China. The products won’t necessarily be labeled as coming from there.
Lightweight Cars May Have Bigger Repair Bills
Car parts made of lighter materials are often more complicated, or even impossible, to repair.
Understanding Obamacare: 4 Things You Need to Know
Will the newest changes to the health insurance landscape affect you, will Uncle Sam pick up part of the cost, what’s the penalty for not buying insurance, and how much will you have to pay to become insured?
6 Credit Myths That Can Wreck Your Finances
These mistaken beliefs could cause you to make errors that saddle you with debt or ruin your credit.
Study: College Students Worry About Debt, But Not Overdrafts
More than half of college students have a checking account and nearly a quarter have multiple credit cards. But do they know how to use them?
The NSA Can Break Many Forms of Internet Security
There’s evidence the NSA can access most online banking, medical and communications records, thanks to exploits that (hopefully) only it knows about.
Teens’ Use of E-Cigarettes Has Doubled
A self-reported survey of middle school and high school students shows the number of users doubled from 2011 to 2012.
Study: Video Game Improves Older People’s Brain Functions
Specially designed games can train an older brain to remember better and out-multitask a 20-year-old, research suggests.
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