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The 5 ‘Worst of the Worst’ Cars for 2015
Smaller, low-budget models dominate Consumer Reports’ rundown of vehicles to avoid. Discover which cars made the list.
5 Money Lessons We Learned From ‘Star Wars’
The epic space saga may take place “in a galaxy far, far away,” but there’s a lot “Star Wars” can teach you about money management.
Stop Letting Your Kid Win at Board Games
‘Tis the season for the board game, but psychologists urge you not to throw the game just to make your kid feel good. That can teach the wrong lesson.
Hate Restaurants’ Automatic Tipping Policies? This Trend Will Please You
A federal tax change is prompting restaurants to alter the way they charge large groups for gratuity. Many diners will be happy, though servers might suffer.
Company Orders U.S. Employees, Workaholics Included, to Take Vacation
An Italian company, grappling with how to get its U.S. workers to take a real break, puts in place a mandatory vacation policy.
Teens May Soon Be Barred From Tanning Beds
Rules proposed by the FDA would make indoor tanning beds available only to people older than 18 and require more warnings of cancer risks for adult users.
These Stores Will Stay Open Late on Christmas Eve
Retailers are relying on special store hours to help draw in last-minute shoppers amid steep competition this year. Find out who will be open late.
Gas Prices Slip Below $2, but Will the Trend Continue?
More than two-thirds of U.S. gas stations already are selling gas for less than $2 per gallon. Find out whether prices will remain low in 2016.
Day After Christmas Is the New ‘Black Friday’
Dec. 26 could be the busiest day of the year for shopping. Find out why people are heading to the malls on that day.
What’s in Pepsi’s New ‘Healthier’ Vending Machines?
If you want a candy bar and a soda, you’ll have to look elsewhere.
12 of the Worst Gifts You Can Give This Year
Consumer Reports asked people which gift they would least like to receive. And the winner — or more accurately, loser — was the same as last year.
What the New Federal Tax Break Law Means for You
President Obama is expected to sign what one news agency characterizes as “the closest thing to a grand bipartisan tax bargain in years.” Find out how the changes may affect you.
How Your Next Trip to a Theme Park May Be Different
Several U.S. theme parks are responding to the threat of potential terrorism and mass shootings. Find out what they are doing.
11 Last-Minute Gifts That Don’t Seem Last Minute
These are the kind of gifts that come in handy when an unexpected guest shows up around the holidays. Keep a stash of these on hand for when the need arises.
LifeLock to Pay $100 Million to Settle FTC Contempt Charges
In what the FTC described as a ‘particularly troubling’ case, the government accuses the identity theft protection firm of deceptive advertising and failing to protect customers’ data.
Caution: This Year’s Hottest Gift May Burst Into Flames
Hoverboards — who wouldn’t want one of those? But their risk as a fire hazard has prompted the postal service and airlines to bar them and some retailers to pull them off the shelves.
Here’s Why That Holiday Bonus May Not Be As Good As It Sounds
One-time bonuses are on the rise, but the practice seems to be nudging out more lasting pay increases.
U.S. Flight Destinations Could Include Cuba in 2016
The U.S. and Cuba may agree soon to allow regularly scheduled commercial flights between the two countries. Find out more.
More Millennials Becoming Homebuyers
A new report from Fannie Mae suggests that more millennials are finally moving on from the Great Recession. Find out how the trend could impact housing.
The Perfect Gift for a Netflix Lover?
Tend to doze off while watching Netflix? These socks send a signal to your TV that automatically pauses your show. Best of all, you can make them yourself.
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