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Five gifts to 'green' your dad on Father's Day
Here are five energy-saving Father's Day gift ideas to help 'green' your dad:
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GMO, Organic, and seven other food labels you should know
A quick, easy guide to nine commonly seen (and misunderstood) food labels, from 'GMO' to 'grass-fed.'
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5 essential Black Friday apps
Going Black Friday shopping? These five free smartphone apps will help you find the best deals and stay organized on the big day. Happy shopping!
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Top 10 Burger King changes
Burger King's new menu has a purpose. Last year, Wendy's surpassed Burger King to become the second best-selling burger chain in the United States. It was close: Wendy's had $8.5 billion in sales, while Burger King had $8.4 billion. (Both were miles behind No. 1 McDonald's, at $34 billion). In an effort to regain the No. 2 slot, the chain has undergone a massive makeover, complete with Burger King new menu items, décor, and employee uniforms. Here are the Top 10 changes Burger King has made in the past year, in its biggest overhaul since it first opened its doors back in 1954:
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Kids tablets: Five touch-screen computers for the nine-and-under set
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The Simple Dollar When to save and when to splurge at the grocery store
A smart consumer spends where it counts and saves where it doesn't. Read on for grocery shopping tips.
04/20/2010 01:59 pm -
Environmentally friendly detergents: Are they for you?
Choosing environmentally friendly detergents can make a difference to the environment and save you money.
04/06/2010 08:20 pm -
Could Americans saving more and spending less rescue the US economy?
The conventional wisdom is that the US economy won't recover until consumers start spending freely again. But some economists say Americans saving their money may be more advantageous.
04/02/2010 02:55 pm -
The Simple Dollar Reader mailbag: Losing my job in August. What do I do now?
When you're about to lose your job, figure out where you want to go.
03/17/2010 04:55 pm -
Baby slings can be dangerous says US government
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said baby slings can be dangerous.
03/15/2010 09:20 am -
The Simple Dollar My financial crisis, recovery, and 14 rules for money
A professional and financial crisis forced me to find new rules for handling money.
03/08/2010 02:03 am -
Unemployment rate: 9.7 percent. Underemployment: far higher.
The unemployment rate doesn’t count those who have stopped looking for work or part-time workers who want full-time employment. In February, underemployment stood at 16.8 percent.
03/05/2010 06:01 pm -
Toyota recall: As firms go global, so do their glitches
Toyota's mounting recall woes show the downside of worldwide supply chains.
02/08/2010 01:59 pm -
Toyota recall: Are sticky gas pedals the real culprit?
Federal investigators are looking at Toyota's electronic throttle system as a possible cause for the sudden acceleration that has led to a global recall. Toyota insists sticky gas pedals are the problem.
02/03/2010 06:11 pm -
The New Economy Toyota recall to include 2010 Toyota Prius? Driver complaints are startlingly consistent.
In federal safety records, the 2010 Toyota Prius brake problem outstrips all other 2010 models in terms of driver complaints. Will it be added to the Toyota recall list?
02/03/2010 02:26 pm -
Toyota recall list: What to do if your gas pedal sticks
Toyota will suspend sales of eight models in the US because of a problem with a sticking gas pedal. The Tuesday announcement follows a Toyota recall list that will affect 2.3 million vehicles.
01/27/2010 01:29 pm -
What's behind Toyota's string of recalls?
Toyota’s recall Thursday of 2.3 million cars and trucks follows a spate of major recalls last year from the Japanese automaker. Cost-cutting and a push for efficiency may be contributing factors.
01/22/2010 07:26 pm -
Graco stroller recall prompts federal review of all stroller safety
After the large Maclaren and Graco stroller recalls, the federal government is looking into the safety of all strollers. Here's what to look for.
01/21/2010 08:35 am -
Should you get an extended warranty on gadgets?
Extended warranty coverage is good only sometimes.
12/03/2009 12:00 am -
Should you buy refurbished electronics?
On electronics of all sizes, 'refurbished' can mean ‘rebuilt.’ But it can also just mean ‘returned unused.’
11/12/2009 12:00 am -
Going beyond organic: analog forestry
By blending crops into natural environments, analog forestry produces products that go beyond the 'organic' label.
10/19/2009 01:00 am -
US officials combat public's wariness of swine flu vaccine
With polls showing that Americans are concerned about the safety of the swine flu vaccine, government health officials are being dispatched across the US to make the case for vaccination.
10/09/2009 01:00 am -
Why many Americans are wary of the swine flu vaccine
Government officials insist that the swine flu vaccine is safe. But critics have doubts about its effectiveness and effect on children.
10/07/2009 01:00 am -
US cars are finally a match for Asian autos, consumers say
In a survey of customer satisfaction, American-made brands pull even for the first time in a decade. GM's Cadillac ties for first place.
08/18/2009 01:00 am -
Horizons Nationwide competition hopes to recruit young cybersecurity pros
07/29/2009 01:00 am -
Why are HDMI cables so expensive?
Product researchers find little difference between a $10 and a $140 HDMI cable.
07/23/2009 01:00 am -
Congress moves to regulate credit cards
Lawmakers have been getting an earful from disgruntled consumers.
05/12/2009 01:00 am -
Diggin' It Save money in the garden
Trick and tips to conserve cash by gardening.
03/02/2009 12:00 am -
Amid peanut scandal, Georgia moves to tighten its food-safety net
On Wednesday, the state legislature began work on measures to tighten food inspections, while in Washington, the CEO of Peanut Corp. refused to testify before Congress.
02/11/2009 12:00 am -
Horizons Safety Council: National ban on phone calls while driving
01/12/2009 12:00 am
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