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Are You Aiming for the Wrong Blood Pressure Reading?
There is good news and bad news in the preliminary results of a landmark study of blood pressure management. Find out more.
This Airplane Looks Like a ‘Star Wars’ Robot
You can book a seat on the Boeing 787 painted to resemble R2-D2, the iconic robot character from “Star Wars.”
High-End Sweets May Be Coming to a Store Near You
Stores aimed at adults that serve candy cocktails as well as confections are springing up across the nation.
How to Take Professional Caliber Photos With Your Smartphone
The technology in most smartphones is so extraordinary that nearly anyone can use it to take fantastic pictures by following these tips.
Lawmaker Calls for a Hard Look at Legality of Fantasy Sports
The increasingly big-money games are indistinguishable from gambling, the congressman says.
America’s 10 Most (and Least) Affordable Places to Own a Home
In some parts of the country the average household spends a whopping 85 percent of its monthly income to cover mortgage, commuting and utilities, according to this analysis.
Ready or Not, Christmas Shopping Has Begun
What’s more surprising than seeing Christmas decorations at this time of year is learning just how many people are already finished with their holiday shopping.
In Urban Push, Taco Bells Add Alcohol, Drop Drive-Thru
The Tex-Mex chain hopes to lure city-dwelling millennials to “cantinas” with a new look and feel. Here’s the scoop.
20 Restaurant Chains Graded ‘F’ Due to Meat Concerns
A new “scorecard” gives a failing grade to 20 of the country’s 25 largest fast-food and fast-casual restaurants. Find out why.
The $1 Million Parking Space Arrives
In some parts of the country, a single parking spot costs up to three times as much as the average home. Find out why.
Critics Pounce on Facebook’s ‘Dislike’ Button
Concerns about Facebook’s upcoming “dislike” button have emerged. Plus, did you know you can do these three things at the social media site?
How to Avoid Hidden Car Tire Costs
When you buy a car, you’ll likely remember to weigh its mileage, miles-per-gallon, and what type of fuel it takes. But don’t forget to examine the tires.
How to Avoid Freezing or Overheating on Planes, Trains and Buses
Unfortunately, regulations cover safety, but do not ensure comfort on the road, so you have to take measures to contend with extreme temperatures.
A Massive Beer Merger Is Brewing
Two of the biggest beer-makers in the world may join forces to form a beer empire with 18 of the top 40 beers in the world. Can it compete with the steady march of microbrews?
Debt-Relief Firm Accused of Bilking 21,000 Consumers
The federal government alleges that this law firm collected tens of millions in illegal upfront fees from debt-laden consumers and did not deliver on promises to help them.
Colleges Where Students Shoulder the Heaviest Debt Loads
A recent Brookings Institution report found that the student loan crisis is concentrated among nontraditional students at for-profit schools.
The Best Colleges That Cost Less Than $21,000 a Year
It is still possible to find a well-ranked college that does not cost a fortune. Here are five good bets.
Low Vitamin D Levels May Put Brain, Memory at Risk
New research shows low vitamin D levels can lead to faster declines in brain function. How can you avoid this fate?
And the World’s First $4 Billion Sports Team Is …
Find out more about the five most valuable sports teams in the world.
Work-From-Home Scams Multiply: 10 Tips to Avoid Being a Victim
If you’re looking for work you can do from home the opportunities are growing rapidly — but so are scams that could cost you money and worse. Here’s how to spot a dud.
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