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What’s Ahead for Stocks, Housing and Oil? Rookies and Pros Weigh In
Housing’s going up, oil’s going down and the stock market is anyone’s guess. Check your predictions against what we heard from experts and the man on the street.
U.S. Cities That Have Racked Up the Fattest Credit Card Debt
After a lull during the Great Recession, the use of plastic is resurgent in the U.S. economy. Find out who leads the pack in the return to swipe- now, pay-later behavior.
Ridiculously Cool: New Smart Fridge Helps You Shop — and More
A newly unveiled refrigerator from Samsung looks like a huge smartphone and acts like one in many ways. See if these features are worth the price to you.
Drumroll, Please: From the Maker of Patti (LaBelle) Pies … Patti Cakes
The “Godmother of Soul” was so successful with her sweet potato pies that a black market grew up around them. Can her new dessert offerings get the same rave reviews?
Nearly Half of Americans Don’t Have the Cash to Buy a Fridge
There’s nearly a 50/50 chance that you lack the funds to cover a major expense, according to Gallup survey results.
Gatorade Goes Organic, Tropicana Ditches GMOs
“Consumer interest” is driving new twists on longtime brand offerings. Find out how your beverage options are about to expand.
Study Finds Genes Determine One-Third of Cancer Risk
Find out which types of cancer are especially influenced by your family history.
Wall Street vs. Main Street: Who Got It Right in 2015?
Looking back, who had the most accurate predictions for the 2015 economy? Here’s how the man on the street stacked up against the Wall Street suits.
Can You Improve Your Lottery Odds?
Whenever the Powerball reaches record levels, it’s a safe bet people claiming expertise at beating the odds will start showing up on radio or TV. Here are their secrets, revealed. And they won’t cost you a dime.
Tax Hacks 2016: Don’t Overlook These 8 Deductions and Credits
Buried in the massive document that makes up the U.S. tax code are myriad ways to shrink your tax bill. Here are eight big ones that many people don’t realize they can claim.
How to Bag an Extra $5K in 2016
There are steps you can take now — one as simple as making a phone call — so you end this year with some extra dough in your bank account.
‘Brain Training’ Company to Pay $2 Million for Bogus Claims
The company behind Lumosity claimed that its online games would make players smarter and even delay the onset of dementia. Federal regulators were not impressed.
Hawaii ‘at the Forefront’ With New Tobacco Control Law
The Aloha State raises the legal smoking age to 21 and applies new restrictions on e-cigarettes.
Is a Common STD Becoming the Next Resistant ‘Superbug’?
England’s chief medical officer is warning that one sexually transmitted disease could become untreatable. Should people in the U.S. worry?
What Every Shopper Must Know About a Meat Label Change
Retailers no longer are required to reveal key details about the meat you buy. Find out what’s behind the change.
This Is the Most Popular U.S. State Among Movers — Again
Last year marked the third consecutive year that this state ranked No. 1 for inbound moves. Find out which states attracted — or lost — the most residents in 2015.
5 Essential Products That Will Be Cheaper This Year
Another reason to celebrate the start of 2016: It promises relief for your budget, with lower prices predicted on household necessities from heating oil to milk.
Fill Out This Student Financial Aid Form Early or Risk Missing Out on Thousands
If you need help covering college costs, completing the “FAFSA” should be at the top of your priority list, especially in states that dole out that aid on a first-come, first-served basis. Here’s what you need to know.
Year of the Gun: Americans’ Pursuit of Firearms Surged in 2015
The FBI conducted a mind-boggling 44 firearm background checks per minute during 2015 — a figure that indicates record-high gun sales. Here’s what’s behind it.
Universities Tap Into Craft Beer Craze
A growing number of universities are teaching people to turn their love of craft beer into a living. Find out which schools can launch you into a new career.
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