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Consumers Union praises EPA's Tier 3 rules to reduce air pollution with...
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Best small SUVs
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The disappointing dozen: Cars that fail to measure up
The disappointing dozen: Cars that fail to measure up There are many great car choices today, just as there are many models that are not competitive with the best the market has to offer. Such...
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Antibiotics: From medical miracle to medical nightmare
Antibiotics: From medical miracle to medical nightmare American hospitals are falling short in how they use antibiotics, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....
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Selling It
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When you think you need antibiotics—but really don't
When you think you need antibiotics—but really don't Several medical groups have now compiled lists of conditions for which antibiotics are often misused. Here are nine examples. 1. Ear infections The...
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How to choose the best place to retire
How to choose the best place to retire If you’ve wondered whether life in retirement might be better somewhere else, there’s a top 10 list somewhere to help. Best places to retire? Check the website...
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Why you should be worried about antibiotics
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Apple CarPlay to bring iPhone interface to cars
Apple CarPlay to bring iPhone interface to cars Apple has announced its next big thing: “CarPlay.” The system will mirror some of the smart-phone apps on the car’s screen to allow drivers to make...
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New rules reduce air pollution through cleaner gasoline
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Top cars in our tests
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How Roku Streaming Stick stacks up against Google Chromecast
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Juiced on juicers? Consider a blender first.
Juiced on juicers? Consider a blender first. Doctor’s, nutritionists, and probably your mom have long agreed that you should eat your fruits and veggies. Manufacturers and celebrities have taken that...
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Best compact cars
Best compact cars Today’s compacts are not the underpowered, wheezing econoboxes of yesteryear. The best provide enough room for four adults to travel in relative comfort. Most have plenty of power to...
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3 reasons to sign up for health insurance before March 31
3 reasons to sign up for health insurance before March 31 If you are uninsured or have to buy your own insurance, there are a few good reasons why you shouldn’t delay in signing up for coverage under...
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19 fees you should never pay
19 fees you should never pay Fees! We hate them as much as you do. And not just because all of that nickel-and-diming adds up to a pretty penny. It’s also because they can be hard to escape. Consumers...
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$200 coffeemaker lets you set time and temperature
$200 coffeemaker lets you set time and temperature For fussy coffee drinkers who like to customize their home brewing, the promises of the Brazen Coffee Brewer may seem like a dream come true. The...
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Don't be confused by the new EnergyGuide label
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Consumer Reports names the best and worst cars by brand
Consumer Reports names the best and worst cars by brand While car brand reputation can be a strong influence on purchase decisions, such perceptions can be misleading. The reality is, every brand...
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Best kids' tablet parental controls
Best kids' tablet parental controls Have you been thinking of getting your child her very own tablet? As a parent, you'll want to make sure she isn't able to visit the more unsavory parts of the Web....
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