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Wind Energy is Blowing Away Nuclear
The nuclear industry provides 19 percent of American electricity. Wind provides just 3.4 percent, but gaining ground is proving to be a breeze.
FDA: Forcing Calorie Counts on Menus Will Take a While Longer
The government agency says creating a new menu-labeling law “has gotten extremely thorny.” Grocery and convenience stores are the thorns.
Ask an Expert: What’s the Best Credit Card With No Interest on Purchases?
This reader needs some temporary credit and wants the lowest interest rate possible: zero.
Frugal Family Feast: Red Beans and Rice
We’re cooking up a hearty New Orleans classic in this week’s Frugal Family Feast. It’s delicious, easy, and will feed a family of four for less than $15.
Student Loan Assistance Rescue Scams on the Rise – Buyer Beware
If you’re considering using a paid service to help you deal with problem student loans, read this.
The Embarrassing Anatomy of a Phishing Scam
You may be too sophisticated to fall for phishing scams, but many aren’t. Check out this post and forward it to anyone you think could be vulnerable.
Celebrity Credit Reports Posted Online
Hackers now probably know the credit scores of everybody from Michelle Obama to Beyonce and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Despite Job Cuts and Losses, Bankers Are Paying Themselves More
A new report says despite 93,000 job cuts, top banks spent billions more on their people last year.
Return of the Twinkie
Everyone’s favorite creamy sponge cake will return to shelves soon.
Shopping for a Loan or Savings Account? Beware Online Rate Searches
A percentage point difference on a mortgage rate could mean tens of thousands. That’s why it’s important to use online rate searches – but not until you understand how they work.
Life After Bankruptcy: How to Quickly Have Great Credit and Dumb Mistakes to Avoid
So you filed bankruptcy. Congratulations on dealing with your old debt. Now it’s time to take action and build a better future.
2 Million People Quit Their Jobs Every Month
Even with unemployment near 8 percent, many people just can’t stand where they work.
How Companies Are Limiting Your Ability to Sue
You probably haven’t noticed, but in the past couple of years, Sony, Microsoft and Netflix have all change the rules to keep you from joining a class-action lawsuit.
Do You Live in the Fattest State?
More than 1.8 million people live in the state with the highest obesity rate. One out of every three adults there is seriously overweight.
Review: US Bank FlexPerks Travel Rewards Visa
If you’re the type to redeem reward points for free flights, here’s some plastic you might want to pack.
More Proof That Payday Loans Suck
New research confirms what we already knew: If you’re down on your luck and can’t pay the bills, paying 400 percent interest isn’t going to help.
4 Cheap Ways to Secure Your Home When You’re Away
We save up for vacations, but we can spend way too much on home security when we’re away. Here are cheap but effective alternatives.
Google Glass Already Being Banned In Some Places
The tech company’s eye-catching eyewear isn’t even for sale yet, but that isn’t stopping at least one business from rejecting it.
Scammers Now Accept Prepaid Cards
The ripoffs are the same old deal, but now MoneyPak is an acceptable method to part you from your money.
Will We Soon Be Able to Resell E-Books and Digital Music?
Apple and Amazon appear to be building systems for selling used e-books, as well as digital music, movies and software. Publishers and media companies aren’t thrilled.
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