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Top 25 Cities for a Summer ‘Staycation’
Karla Bowsher on June 2, 2016
If you’re short on time and money, you can still have a lot of fun on a small budget — especially if you live in one of these cities.
Thrifty Ways to Keep Summer Bugs Away
Melissa Neiman on May 30, 2016
Chemical repellents can be bad for the environment, and tough on your wallet. We have rounded up some frugal, effective and earth-friendly alternatives.
Flying With a Pet? First Learn the Ropes
Krystal Steinmetz on May 30, 2016
Traveling by plane with your furry friends can be expensive for you and in some cases dangerous for the animal. Here’s what you need to know.
10 American Cities Where Robocalls Are Epidemic
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2016
One U.S. city received nearly 100 million robocalls in April alone. Find out how you can fight back.
The Most Commonly Misspelled Words in Each State
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2016
Is “desert” a sand-filled location or a sugar-filled food? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone.
Brilliant Home Hack: How to Dry Your Wet Sneakers
Kari Huus on May 27, 2016
In our ongoing series of solutions to life’s little — yet vexing — problems, here is a great way to get your athletic shoes dry.
Nothing — Not Even Toys — Can Avoid the ‘Pink Tax’
Krystal Steinmetz on May 27, 2016
If your daughter or granddaughter loves pink, be prepared to pay more for toys and clothes in that color. It’s just the beginning of the pricing disparity experience for women.
Whole Foods to Open Lower-Price Stores in 9 States
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2016
The new 365 by Whole Foods Market chain of grocery stores will differ in some key ways from its parent store.
What Will Marriage Do to Your Finances?
Nancy Dunham on May 26, 2016
A host of financial variables can make the knot feel more like a noose. Here’s what you need to find out before you get hitched.
TSA Slashes Notorious Security Lines From Hours to Minutes
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
After hellishly long security lines at Chicago O’Hare sparked outrage, the TSA got new leadership and ramped up staffing for airport checkpoints.
This Soda Pop Tax Has a Sweet Side
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
Sugary sodas are good for kids — or at least they could be in Philadelphia — if a tax proposal there gets a thumbs up from the city council.
6 Things You Should Repair Instead of Replacing
Melissa Neiman on May 25, 2016
Nothing in this world lasts forever, but it’s easy to extend the lives of these items. And in doing so, you’ll keep more money in your pocket.
A Social Security Strategy That Pays Off Big for Couples
Marilyn Lewis on May 25, 2016
Even though Congress put an end to the popular “file and suspend” strategy for collecting Social Security, another approach remains to help many couples supersize their benefits — sometimes gaining tens of thousands of dollars.
6 Mouthwatering Deals for National Burger Day
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
Celebrate America’s most iconic food with burger freebies and discounts. Plus, get a chance at free burgers for a year from one popular restaurant chain.
Question: What Would You Do After Winning a Ginormous Lottery?
Krystal Steinmetz on May 25, 2016
You hit the jackpot! Now what? Here’s the surprising answer that 80 percent of Americans gave.
Blood Pressure Fluctuations Linked to Cognitive Decline
Karla Bowsher on May 24, 2016
A study finds an association between higher long-term blood pressure variability and a faster rate of cognitive decline among older adults.
Scorching Savings: Get These 5 Food Items for Cheap This Summer
Krystal Steinmetz on May 24, 2016
Unless you’re vegan you can ring up significant savings this summer as prices decline on these staple foods.
The Chore That Americans Hate the Most
Krystal Steinmetz on May 24, 2016
The household task that many of us dread the most is also baffling to consumer appliance designers, who can’t figure out how to automate it.
‘Chewbacca Mom’ Viral Video Causes a Run on Wookie Masks
Krystal Steinmetz on May 24, 2016
This woman’s laughter was so infectious that it swept the country by video, and bolstered sales of some “Star Wars” merchandise across a swath of retailers.
New ‘Nutrition Facts’ Label Has Bad News for Your Sweet Tooth
Karla Bowsher on May 23, 2016
The new version of the “Nutrition Facts” label that appears on packaged foods puts the danger of sugar consumption in the spotlight.
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