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Which Store Brands Offer The Best Quality?
Karla Bowsher on April 10, 2015
Here are the seven national chains that offer good- or excellent-quality store brands — and a dozen stores with poor-quality house brands.
Many Midcareer Workers Get Lower Pay, Positions after Recession
Bob Sullivan on April 10, 2015
Nearly half of older workers who lost jobs in the economic shake-out, now earn less than in the past, and more than half were forced to switch fields. But the real problem is coming down the line.
This is the Time to Hit the Highway
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2015
Prices at the pump this summer will be at least $1 cheaper per gallon than last summer.
A Woman on the $20 Bill? Here Are the Finalists
Krystal Steinmetz on April 10, 2015
Sorry, President Jackson, there’s a growing campaign to replace your face on the $20 bill with a woman. They’ve narrowed it down to four candidates.
Never Been to Europe? Go Now, and See More for Less
Jim Gold on April 9, 2015
Traveling to Europe just got cheaper for Americans thanks to a strong dollar and a weakened euro. Here are the most affordable destinations and tips for getting a cheap ticket to cross the pond.
Rave Reviews of These Diet Products Are Not What They Seem
Krystal Steinmetz on April 8, 2015
A federal judge hits weight-loss product promoters with $16 million fine to reimburse customers for deceptive marketing.
Here’s Why You’re Paying More for Your Contact Lenses
Krystal Steinmetz on April 8, 2015
Discount sellers, states and class action lawsuits are challenging a move by manufacturers that significantly increased the cost of lenses.
Burger King Is Paying For This Couple’s Entire Wedding
Karla Bowsher on April 8, 2015
Her last name is “Burger.” His last name is “King.”
Should Parents Have to Pony Up for Kids’ Dental Bills?
Krystal Steinmetz on April 8, 2015
More than 1 in 5 kids in the U.S. have untreated cavities. Is it parental negligence to blame?
Microsoft Program to Tap the Talent of Autistic Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2015
The technology giant rolls out a plan to bring autistic workers into its headquarters. The program draws on people with disabilities who are uniquely abled in some professional settings.
Stanford for Free? University Expands Scope of Financial Aid
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2015
Stanford is expanding its financial aid program, making tuition free for families who earn less than $125,000 per year.
‘Robin Hood’ Billionaire Buys $71 Million Palm Beach Home
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2015
Hedge fund tycoon Paul Tudor Jones II, who has founded nonprofit organizations that battle inequity and other issues, snapped up a new six-acre estate in Palm Beach’s “Billionaires Row.”
Amazon Rolls out Push-Button (no Screens) Instant Shopping
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2015
Just when you thought it could get no easier to make purchases, Amazon offers a new way to shrink the time between “want” and “buy.”
Pot During Passover? It’s Kosher, Rabbis say, but Skip the Edibles
Krystal Steinmetz on April 7, 2015
Marijuana is kosher for Passover. Unlike beer, it doesn’t break a prohibition against leavened and fermented grain products, but at least one rabbi advises smoking it and avoiding pot-infused foods.
The Most Expensive Baseball Team Ever
Karla Bowsher on April 6, 2015
Move over, Yankees. The Dodgers set the record today for baseball’s most expensive opening-day payroll.
These 10 Organic Foods Are Worth the Extra Cost
Krystal Steinmetz on April 4, 2015
If you’re concerned about safe and healthy eating, Consumer Reports says there are some organic fruits and vegetables that are worth a higher price tag.
Women Advancing In Corporate America
Karla Bowsher on April 3, 2015
Gender diversity efforts are starting to pay off, as more women now are represented on public corporation boards.
Defense Dept. Seeks Overhaul of Retirement Policy, Benefits for Soldiers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 2, 2015
The new head of the Defense Department calls for 401(k)-style retirement plans, private health insurance and other changes aimed at keeping soldiers in the military longer.
And The Best Supermarket In The Country Is…
Karla Bowsher on April 2, 2015
Wegmans topped Consumer Reports’ rankings of 68 grocery stores nationwide. Wal-Mart was at the bottom – again.
4 Steps to Cut Your Cellphone Bill in Half
Hiram Reisner on April 2, 2015
We are glued to our cellphones—we love them!—but most of us are paying more than we really should. Here’s how to cut this expense and maximize the tool.
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