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Could Huge Cookie Boost Pizza Hut’s Sales?
Krystal Steinmetz on July 15, 2014
The pizza chain is hoping to increase sales by rolling out an 8-inch chocolate chip cookie pizza.
Your Doctor May Know All of Your Unhealthy Little Secrets
Krystal Steinmetz on July 14, 2014
Some hospitals are using patients’ credit card data to identify patients at risk for poor health.
U.S. Teens Don’t Know Jack About Finances
Krystal Steinmetz on July 11, 2014
A recent study shows that American teenagers trail many of their global peers when it comes to financial literacy.
FTC Sues Amazon for Letting Kids Spend Parents’ Money
Krystal Steinmetz on July 11, 2014
The Federal Trade Commission says the online retailer has billed parents for millions of dollars of unauthorized app purchases by their children.
Stop Facebook From Tracking Your Browser Data
Krystal Steinmetz on July 10, 2014
You can opt out of Facebook’s new data-gathering system.
Working Parents Have It Really Bad in These States
Krystal Steinmetz on July 9, 2014
Find out how your state ranks when it comes to providing workplace protections for new parents.
Americans Totally Hung Up On Their Smartphones
Krystal Steinmetz on July 9, 2014
A recent report shows that nearly half of Americans believe they couldn’t last more than a day away from their phone.
Snoozing Yankees Fan Sues ESPN, MLB for Defamation
Krystal Steinmetz on July 9, 2014
A man caught on camera sleeping during a recent Yankees game is suing for $10 million.
14 Things You Need to Do to Be a Financial Adult
Guest Blogger on July 9, 2014
Even if you’re living with your parents, it’s time to learn how to become an independent financial adult.
Kids Who Recognize Fast-Food Logos Are More Likely to Be Fat
Krystal Steinmetz on July 8, 2014
New research shows a disturbing link between fast-food brand awareness and childhood obesity.
Chew on This: America’s Best Fast-Food Joints
Krystal Steinmetz on July 8, 2014
Consumer Reports releases the results of its new annual fast-food survey.
Christmas in July? It Could Save You, Big Time
Donna Freedman on July 8, 2014
We’re fewer than five months away from the start of the Silly Season. Let this be the year you choose a saner approach to holiday spending — by starting now.
Protect Yourself From This Phantom Debt Collection Scam
Krystal Steinmetz on July 8, 2014
Fraudsters are trying to collect on phony debts by harassing your family and friends.
Road Trip Meltdown: Why Family Car Trips Go Bad
Guest Blogger on July 7, 2014
Boredom and bother lead to meltdowns on family road trips and lasting repercussions, according to CarInsurance.com’s survey.
Burger King Takes a Stand With Rainbow Whopper
Krystal Steinmetz on July 5, 2014
A San Francisco Burger King celebrated LGBT pride week with the “Proud Whopper.”
Survey Finds That Fewer Parents Will Help Pay for College
Krystal Steinmetz on July 4, 2014
Still, the majority of parents plan to help out with college expenses. One in 3 parents think the child should shoulder most of the cost.
If You Think Life Is Hard Where You Are, Try Living Here
Krystal Steinmetz on July 3, 2014
The New York Times has identified the counties where life is hardest in the U.S., as well as the best counties in which to live. Where does yours rank?
How to Have an All-American Fourth of July
Guest Blogger on July 3, 2014
Don’t fly flags or eat meat from another country for Independence Day. Here’s how to buy American.
Who’s Being Ripped Off? Inmates Pay Huge Fees for Phone Calls, Emails
Krystal Steinmetz on July 2, 2014
Prisoner services create big revenue for private business and governments.
Saving Money Can Be Sexy
Krystal Steinmetz on July 1, 2014
A new survey found that most Americans think it’s OK to use a coupon to pay for a first date.
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