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Should Men or Women Pay on the First Date?
Even in 2015, the vast majority of heterosexual couples still don’t split the check 50/50 on the first date. What is going on?
The Music Album Designed to Give You 8 Hours of Sleep
When composer Max Richter performs his latest album live in Berlin this month, the goal will be to put the audience to sleep.
Tempted by the New iPhone? 7 Points to Ponder Before You Pay Hundreds
Does the latest Apple offering have new features that justify the upgrade? Here’s how to decide if it’s worth it for you, and — if it is — ways to offset the cost.
Ask Stacy: Is a Credit Union the Best Place for Loans?
This reader is wondering if a credit union is a good place to look for a car loan. The answer? When it comes to both saving and borrowing, credit unions are typically much better than banks.
3 Steps to Avoid Debt When Holiday Shopping
As you enjoy the last few rays of summer this Labor Day, don’t forget that the holiday shopping season soon will be upon us. Here are three ways to keep finances full of good cheer.
Citizens, You’ll Soon Be Able to ‘Yelp’ the Federal Government
Consumers use online reviews to share praise and cautionary tales about millions of private businesses and services. Is this a good tool for communicating about and with Uncle Sam?
It’s Not Just for Pro Athletes: 1 in 3 U.S. Workers Are Free Agents
A rough economy may have sparked the surge in part-timers, contractors and freelancers, but most of these workers are positive about the role, survey shows.
FDA Warns of the Dangers of Powdered Caffeine
There’s a big — potentially deadly — difference between consuming caffeine in coffee and consuming the pure powdered form. The FDA is raising a red flag for producers and consumers.
5 Cities Where You Need a Roommate to Afford to Rent
Conventional wisdom holds that rent should cost less than 30 percent of a renter’s income. But fewer people find that goal achievable.
Gas Is Cheap, but This May Slow Labor Day Travel
There’s good news and bad news for anyone who will be driving this holiday weekend.
Burger King Still Wants to Celebrate Peace Day
Despite a rebuff from McDonald’s, Burger King hasn’t given up its dream of collaborating with other restaurants on Peace Day.
How Teaching Kids Self-Control Can Pay Off Big in Adulthood
You can get your kids on track for a solid financial future by leveraging lessons that arise in their day-to-day activities.
Why a Fox News Anchor Is Suing Over a Toy Hamster
Television’s Harris Faulkner finds it very distressing that a “Littlest Pet Shop” character is also named Harris Faulkner.
New York Bill Could Force Hotel Guests Outside to Smoke
Proposed legislation would force visitors and tourists who smoke to light up out on the sidewalk with the natives.
The Most Germ-Ridden Parts of Airplanes and Airports
Think the lavatory flush button harbors the most bacteria of any surface on an airplane? Guess again.
A More Healthful Ice Cream That Won’t Melt as Fast
An ice cream that is more resistant to melting comes with both good news and bad news.
Comcast Launching New Options for ‘Cord Cutters’
Comcast is the latest cable TV provider to offer new options to viewers who want to watch their programs via an online service.
Is AARP Worth the Cost?
If you’re turning 50 this year, you qualify for an AARP membership, but is it worth it? Can you get senior discounts without membership?
Is Your Baby Monitor Vulnerable to Hackers?
A new study found that several popular baby monitors lack even the most basic security features. Find out how you can use your device — and get the intended peace of mind.
The 10 Highest Paying Jobs You Can Land With a 2–Year Degree
A new study points to the associate’s degree programs and institutions that provide the most efficient paths to solid salaries.
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