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‘Giving Tuesday’ Shifts Focus From Getting Deals to Giving Back
Feeling a little sheepish about all the cash you dropped on holiday gifts? Consider participating in this one-day charitable giving promotion.
Massive Hack on Toy Company is ‘Off the Charts,’ Says Security Analyst
The cyber invasion of Vtech, a maker of electronic learning toys, exposed the personal data of more than 5 million customers, including children. Here’s what you need to know.
Staying Closed on Thanksgiving Pays Off for Some Retailers
It turns out that major retailers that closed their doors in observance of the holiday did not dissuade shoppers from spending — quite the opposite, in fact.
The 10 Best Retailers for Cyber Week Deals
Department stores are among the best places to shop for cyber savings this week, according to an analysis of the biggest retailers’ deals.
A Free and Easy Way to Shop the Web More Securely
Before you hunt down all those Cyber Monday deals, check your online account settings for a two-step verification option.
Science Reveals How Loneliness Makes You Sick
Research shows that loneliness triggers the “fight-or-flight” response — and that is not a good thing for your health. Find out why.
Who’s Been ‘Naughty & Nice’? CR Ranks Companies for 2015
Just in time for the holiday shopping frenzy, Consumer Reports is recognizing a number of well-known businesses for their consumer-friendly practices and policies — or offering them a chunk of coal for bad behavior.
5 High-Paying Holiday Jobs That Do Not Involve Elf Costumes
You don’t have to referee fights among hot-headed shoppers or police the Santa line to make extra money during the holidays. The key to finding decent seasonal jobs is to look beyond the obvious places.
Amex Ditches Free-Money Incentives for ‘Small Business Saturday’ Shoppers
The card company says the credit rewards it issued to encourage shopping at the nation’s mom-and-pop stores are no longer necessary. It’s still promoting the Nov. 28 event, though.
Can’t Wait for Cyber Monday? Now You Don’t Have To
Following the trend set with Black Friday sales, some retailers are planning to launch their online shopping deals Sunday, before Cyber Monday, and extend them through Cyber Week.
7 Simple Ways to Cut Calories From Thanksgiving Dinner
The average American packs away more than 4,500 calories during a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Here are seven ways to slash those numbers and keep your waistline intact.
Common Crib Accessory Blamed for Spike in Infant Deaths
Doctors are calling for a ban on the sale of crib bumpers, padding originally designed to protect babies from other hazards.
U.S. Student Loan Picture Grim as Total Debt Surpasses $1.2 Trillion
A new report reveals that the average size of student loans has increased, and a growing number of student loan borrowers are 90 days behind or defaulting on their loans.
Blacks Have More Faith in American Dream Than Others
Despite facing numerous obstacles, black Americans as a group believe in the “American dream” more than Hispanics and whites, a new poll shows.
Breadwinning Women Are Making Progress
The percentage of women who earn significantly more than their husbands is growing. Find out more.
Costco Is Latest Chain Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
Chicken salad sold by Costco is believed to be the source of an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 19 people in seven states. Is your state on the list?
Ready to Start Shopping? Here Are Links to Special Deals at Your Favorite Stores
Watching the clock at work today, counting the minutes till the holiday? Don’t just sit there: Here are links to some super deals at your favorite stores, including Macy’s, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Target, Amazon and more!
What Are the Odds? Lotto Player Just Won $1 Million for the Second Time
Some people seem to have all the luck, like Constance Carpenito, who just won her second $1 million in 19 years with a scratch ticket from the Massachusetts Lottery.
Inspector General to IRS: Focus Audits on Wealthiest Americans
A new report says the Internal Revenue Service is spending too much time and effort auditing rich Americans when it should be going after the uber-rich, where the big money is.
12 Overlooked Costs of Renting an Apartment
If you’re planning to rent an apartment, the advertised rate may not be your only cost. Here are some expenses commonly overlooked by new renters.
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