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AMA Warns Health Insurance Mergers Will Drive Up Patient Costs
Critics in the medical establishment say the proposed mergers involving four major insurance companies will undermine quality medical care. Here’s why.
Giant Debt Collectors to Cough Up $79 Million in Settlement
The CFPB says it moved against the companies to halt “illegal and obnoxious debt collection practices.” The companies maintain the government is overreaching.
Amazon to Roll Out $50 Tablet
It’s inexpensive and little — almost a disposable device — but will consumers take the bait?
People Ditching Home Offices for Shared Workspaces
Renting a desk downtown might be more expensive than working from home, but that hasn’t stopped co-working spaces from gaining in popularity.
Are E-Cigarettes Increasing Marijuana Use?
Some teenagers are using electronic cigarettes for more than a nicotine buzz, new research shows.
5 Jobs That May Nearly Disappear by the Next Decade
Some occupations face bleaker futures than others, due to evolving technology and other factors. Find out which jobs are in jeopardy.
Comcast to Roll Out a New Charge for Home Internet Users
The new charge is bad news only for the biggest data users for now. But that could easily change. Find out if you’re in one of the trial areas.
President Orders New Benefits for Federal Contract Workers
The latest executive order mandating paid sick leave for about 300,000 employees has some small businesses grumbling.
Retirees, Take Note: Downsizing Can Be Surprisingly Costly
Answering four basic questions could help you avoid making the wrong move.
Will Amazon Be Delivering Your Next Order of Kung Pao Chicken?
The e-commerce giant adds a restaurant delivery service to its offerings, beginning in Seattle, with promises to expand.
8 Home Improvement Projects That Pay Off Big
As the housing market heats up, the right renovation can be the difference maker that leads to a sale. Here are some changes that tend to recoup a large percentage of your investment.
Used Car Prices Higher — Here’s Where to Find the Best Bargains
The average price of a used car hit a record high in the second quarter of this year. But a few models remain a good deal for buyers.
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.
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