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Don't short sheet the bed and other tips for college living
Don't short sheet the bed and other tips for college living College students will be off to campus in the coming weeks and are shopping in earnest to furnish the rooms where they'll be spending the...
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Pricey Garmin and Magellan GPS navigators add features that may not be worth...
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Pay attention: States are increasing their distracted driving efforts
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New Panasonic superzoom camera has a whopping 60x optical zoom
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When to report a car accident to an insurance company
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More models have Wi-Fi from Panasonic's high-end GF6 to Fujifilm's waterproof...
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Four new Bosch dishwashers added to our list of top picks
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Longevity annuity alleviates worries about outliving your money
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The five best food processors from our tests for $100 or less
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Backyard and bathroom updates are the summer's top projects
Backyard and bathroom updates are the summer's top projects Home improvement activity is heating up this summer with 60 percent of homeowners expecting to spend an average of $1,200 on at least one...
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Smiley cars: Mazda and Mercedes-Benz grin and bear it
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Obamacare premiums: not so high after all
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Is it OK to order my medications online from outside the U.S.?
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Consumers Union Echoes Lawmakers’ Call for Transparency in Telephone,...
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Senate confirms McCarthy as EPA Administrator
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Comparing T-Mobile's Jump and AT&T's Next plans: Who's cheaper?
Comparing T-Mobile's Jump and AT&T's Next plans: Who's cheaper? You may not be stuck with your cell phone for two years anymore. T-Mobile and AT&T have new plan options they say will make it...
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$99 Ouya Android game system: Some shortcomings, but it could be a contender
$99 Ouya Android game system: Some shortcomings, but it could be a contender Ouya is one of the first of a new breed of game consoles using the Android platform. Priced at $99, it comes with a great...
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Q&A: How do I search for lost life insurance policies?
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Get the most out of your gas grill with these six barbecue tips
Get the most out of your gas grill with these six barbecue tips Perfectly seared steaks and mouth-watering burgers hot off the grill signal that summer is in full swing. Add grilled corn and...
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Just in: 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander faces tough SUV competition
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