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My health plan got cancelled. Now what? First, don't panic. Chances are you have some very good options. Here's what you need to do: 1. Understand that you don’t have to take the company’s suggested...
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Best new car deals for Black Friday It’s the season for door-busting deals and while many holiday shoppers will spend their Black Friday gobbling up the latest electronic gadgets or toys, those in the...
View ArticleFirst drive: Shocking 2014 BMW i3 electric
First drive: Shocking 2014 BMW i3 electric While we outlined BMW's first electric vehicle last summer, we’ve finally had a chance to drive one briefly on the streets of downtown L.A. From this initial...
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Espresso makers deliver big flavor in a small dose Apparently, this Saturday, Nov. 23, is National Espresso Day. We'll leave the business of coming up with these special days to Hallmark and corporate...
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How to keep your computer from slowing down If you've recently unboxed a new computer (and you didn't opt for the lowest-priced model available), it probably feels pretty zippy. A model with speedy...
View ArticleA production Hyundai Tucson for the zombie apocalypse. Really.
A production Hyundai Tucson for the zombie apocalypse. Really. In conjunction with the LA Auto Show, Hyundai introduced a limited-edition Tucson SUV inspired by "The Walking Dead." Hyundai has had...
View ArticleThree reasons to switch to LED lightbulbs
Three reasons to switch to LED lightbulbs Incandescent bulbs are cheap until you flip the switch. CFLs use about 75 percent less energy; LEDs use even slightly less energy and were the top performers...
View ArticleHealthCare.gov pushes back Jan. 1 enrollment deadline eight days
HealthCare.gov pushes back Jan. 1 enrollment deadline eight days Consumers who need to sign up for new insurance that starts Jan. 1 now have an extra eight days to get the job done. On Friday, the...
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American Airlines-US Airways merger: Too big to fail? Over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, 25 million passengers will travel by plane, according to airline-industry estimates, with many taking...
View Article2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition storms the beach
2014 Jeep Wrangler Willys Wheeler Edition storms the beach Jeep has been trotting out special-edition Wranglers with desperate frequency. Most seem like half measures, with silly graphics and thin...
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Negotiating a telecom bundle? Fight like a champ! When it comes to negotiating a price on telecom services, you’ve got to be tough and hang in there, like a boxer in the ring. If you’re willing to do...
View ArticleWhat are the key dates for buying health insurance in the new marketplaces?
What are the key dates for buying health insurance in the new marketplaces? The most important date has already come and gone: Oct. 1, 2013. That's when open enrollment inn the new state Health...
View Article5 horrifyingly violent video games to keep your kids away from
5 horrifyingly violent video games to keep your kids away from Like books, movies, TV shows, and any other form of popular entertainment, video games run a wide gamut of child-appropriateness: from...
View ArticleDo rechargeable batteries compare favorably to disposables?
Do rechargeable batteries compare favorably to disposables? Q. What is the best rechargeable battery? You mention they’re the “greener choice,” but does that mean they don’t provide value for money...
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View Article7 hottest cars from the 2013 LA Auto Show
7 hottest cars from the 2013 LA Auto Show This year’s LA Auto Show was brimming with eye-catching designs, jaw-dropping performance, and mouth-watering technology. Through the march of dozens of...
View Article13 free apps you need for the holiday-shopping season
13 free apps you need for the holiday-shopping season This coming Thanksgiving weekend, 140 million people will be doing their holiday shopping, according to the National Retail Federation. You could...
View ArticleDoes VA health care count as insurance?
Does VA health care count as insurance? Q. My 35-year-old son gets all of his medical needs taken care of at the VA. Does that count as health insurance in the new health care law? A. Yes. His VA...
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