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Coping with the emotional aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
Coping with the emotional aftermath of Hurricane Sandy One of the frustrations of Hurricane Sandy is that even our best efforts could not prevent a huge amount of destruction. Consider my friend Adam...
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Build your own new 1940 Ford Coupe
Build your own new 1940 Ford Coupe Updating vintage cars with more modern powertrains, suspensions, and other components has long been standard operating procedure for hot rodders, customizers, and...
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To clear fallen trees, buy a reliable chain saw and use it safely
To clear fallen trees, buy a reliable chain saw and use it safely Homeowners in the dozen or so states affected by Superstorm Sandy are starting to get their lives in order. Unfortunately, for many...
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Earning More on Your Savings - from Consumer Reports
Earning More on Your Savings - from Consumer Reports Getting a decent return on the money in your savings account is a challenge these days. But, you don't have to settle for near-zero returns....
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Sandy aftermath: How to avoid buying a flooded used car
Sandy aftermath: How to avoid buying a flooded used car We've all seen the photos of cars under water as a result of Hurricane Sandy; it is safe to assume that countless water-damaged cars will find...
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Top 10 most reliable American cars
Top 10 most reliable American cars Consumer Reports recently unveiled its latest predicted reliability results, from the 2012 Annual Auto Survey, which found Japanese brands claimed the top seven...
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Snapper gives Forrest Gump's rear-engine rider a makeover
Snapper gives Forrest Gump's rear-engine rider a makeover Until they saw Forrest Gump cutting his lawn, most folks who grew up on smaller properties hadn't heard of a rear-engine rider. But as...
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Samsung's laundry duo has an app but it doesn't sort socks
Samsung's laundry duo has an app but it doesn't sort socks Our latest tests turned up another dazzling couple, a matching washer and dryer from Samsung that performed so well they made our recommended...
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Microsoft Surface tablet has excellent display, but apps are lacking
Microsoft Surface tablet has excellent display, but apps are lacking The 10.6-inch Microsoft Surface is a fine tablet with an excellent display that rivals that of the iPad in our preliminary tests....
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IIHS names the best-fitting car booster seats
IIHS names the best-fitting car booster seats Finding a booster seat that correctly fits your child is easier than ever according to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...
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Nook HD screen lives up to its high expectations
Nook HD screen lives up to its high expectations The new Barnes & Noble Nook HD is the highest-resolution tablet of its size, and its 7-inch screen lived up to expectations in our preliminary...
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Champion portable generators recalled due to fire hazard
Champion portable generators recalled due to fire hazard There's a huge demand for portable power generators in the aftermath and clean-up from Hurricane Sandy. However 8,600 Champion-branded portable...
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Top 10 vehicles with the longest cruising range
Top 10 vehicles with the longest cruising range For East Coasters, dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy has been made more challenging with a gas shortage and endless lines at stations for...
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EPA finds Hyundai exaggerated fuel economy claims, refunds coming to customers
EPA finds Hyundai exaggerated fuel economy claims, refunds coming to customers Hyundai and Kia today announced that the companies are revising their fuel economy estimates downward after the EPA...
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iPad Mini succeeds as a smaller Apple tablet
iPad Mini succeeds as a smaller Apple tablet If you've been looking for a more portable and less expensive iPad than Apple's 9.7-inch original tablets, the iPad Mini delivers. Based on preliminary...
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Finding clean water after a flood
Finding clean water after a flood Floods can contaminate the water you drink, making a bad situation worse. Obviously, the simplest step is using bottled water if you can. If that's not available,...
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In Sandy's wake, roll up your sleeves—for possible fight with your home...
In Sandy's wake, roll up your sleeves—for possible fight with your home insurer As survivors of Superstorm Sandy start cleaning up the estimated $20 billion in destruction, homeowners need to prepare...
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Beware of scams during Hurricane Sandy cleanup
Beware of scams during Hurricane Sandy cleanup Whether you're a victim of Hurricane Sandy seeking relief or someone who wants to help out, don't become a victim of fraud. Our experts and those at the...
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Health Insurance - from Consumer Reports
Health Insurance - from Consumer Reports For the third year running, Consumer Reports has compiled the rankings of health insurance plans. And for the third straight year, a non-profit HMO in New...
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FTC cracks down on robocalls hawking deceptive credit card rates
FTC cracks down on robocalls hawking deceptive credit card rates Consumers Union, the policy and advocacy arm of Consumer Reports, praised the Federal Trade Commission's legal action today against...
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