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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.
Are Expensive Sneakers Really Better?
A cheap pair of running shoes might suit you as well as an expensive pair, a new study finds. Which brands are rated best?
33 Million Americans Will Break Thanksgiving Tradition
More than 10 percent of the U.S. population is projected to skip a longstanding Thanksgiving practice this year. Why are they doing it?
Ask Stacy: Should I File Bankruptcy? If I Do, Should I Feel Guilty?
A reader has been advised to file bankruptcy but doesn’t feel right about avoiding her debts. Should she feel guilty about filing bankruptcy? Would you?
11 Fun Family Activities for the Holidays (and One for Adults Only)
When the holidays draw families together, it helps to have some activities that don’t involve eating, watching screens or talking politics. Here are some old-fashioned suggestions that still work to engage all ages and create memories.
Massive Drug Company Merger Adds Up to Major Tax Benefits (for Them)
A $160 billion pharmaceutical company merger will allow Viagra-making Pfizer to move its headquarters out of the United States.
Starwood Hotels Data Breach Detected at 54 Hotels
Hackers used malware to steal customers’ payment card information from Starwood hotels across the country, including some Sheraton, Westin and W hotels. Are you at risk?
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