Dec 3, 2018

Health Savings Accounst can help cut your healthcare costs but there are hundreds of options. Here's how to find one that's best for you

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Medicare Part D Drug Plan | Save Hundreds Each Year

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Silent Movie Roars

It's a lot to ask you to watch an hour-long video, but it's a wonderful century-old silent movie that I've freshened with new music. Lillian Gish and Donald Crisp star in the movie Broken Blossoms. Invest an hour and you will be moved, horrified and enchanted by these actors.

Network TV Shows Get "Secret" Payments for Hyping Products

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Here Are Senior Citizens' Biggest Financial Regrets -- Don't Make Them Yours

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New Retirement Plan Contributions going up for 2019

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An Easy Way to Remove Pesticides

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IdentityTheft.gov Helps You Report and Recover from Identity Theft

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Is Vinegar Good for You?

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How to Clear Up a Foggy Car Windshield

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Oct 22, 2018

Fishing makes these kids happy

Virtually all public libraries have Consumer Reports magazine with specific product recommendation. At many libraries you can use your library card number to sign in for Consumer Reports on line. Give your library a call and find out about Consumer Reports on line.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States - what can you do to help protect them

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Homebuying Mistakes People Make At Every Age

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What happens to that Kenmore warranty with Sears in bankruptcy court

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How to Improve Indoor Air Quality

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"Don't let the dreaded "out of storage" message stop you from taking new pictures or downloading another app to your phone. Use these tips to clear out the clutter and free up some much-needed space

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How to Get Rid of Ants

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How to donate wisely and avoid charity scams

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My advice: When in doubt, don't give. Do not let yourself be pressured to donate by a cashier asking you to give in front of other customers. 

How to Prevent Dryer Fires

How to Prevent Dryer Fires - Consumer Reports: “Dryer fires are responsible for nine deaths, 420 civilian injuries, and $222 million in property damage annually,”

Oct 1, 2018

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How to Use Google Privacy Settings

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Samsung and Roku Smart TVs Vulnerable to Hacking - Consumer Reports

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Facebook Security Breach Affects 50 Million

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Facebook has revealed that hackers have gained access to nearly 50 million user accounts. Our experts tell you how to keep your account safe, protect your privacy and to look out for suspicious activity.

This Chart Shows the Average 401(k) Balance at Every Age

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E-Cigarettes and Teens: What Parents Should Know

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Texas Is the Best Place to Live In America Right Now. Here's Why

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Hearing aids: You ain't heard nothing yet

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New Tire Ratings Reveal Top Tires

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Just Hangup on Robocalls

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If you get a robocall -- Hang up the phone. Don't press 1 to speak to a live operator and don't press any other number to get your number off the list. If you respond by pressing any number, it will probably just lead to more robocalls. Read more

Sep 4, 2018

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New Streaming Video Services to Check Out

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How to Use Facebook Privacy Settings

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Don't let the dreaded "out of storage" message stop you from taking new pictures or downloading another app to your phone. Use these tips to clear out the clutter and free up some much-needed space

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Citibank Overcharged 1.75 Million Customers. See If You’re Eligible for a Refund

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8 Toxic Foods for Dogs

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What to Do About Fungal Infections

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These infections can be minor or serious. Here's how to treat them.

The Benefits of Running vs. Walking

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If you can run, great. But most people who need to exercise can't run. Most of us can walk, though. And if you do walk for exercise on a regular basis, you are really doing good! Keep it up! Or start now.

Other benefits of walking? Walking for me is a tranquilizer and gives me a creative boost when I am working things out in my mind. You also get to enjoy nature!

How to Keep Your Black Clothes Looking Their Best

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CR offers expert solutions for such everyday problems as faded blacks and pilled fabric

Telephone scam artists con UW graduate student out of $15,000

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Aug 27, 2018

Nutkin Squirrel taunts Decorah fledge - YouTube

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Best Antivirus Software for Windows and Mac Computers These tips from CR's testers will help you find great malware protection—even some that's free

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Heavy Metals in Baby Food: What You Need to Know

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You Can Travel Cross-Country by Train for Only $186 |

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7 Worst Things Sellers Do When Listing Their Homes

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Ford Recalls Charging Cords for Hybrids and Electric Cars The cords can overheat and cause fires when plugged into household outlets

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2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Is a Well-Rounded, Impressive SUV It drives well, has easy-to-use controls, lots of room, and comprehensive standard safety equipment

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Chronic inflammation may negatively affect some of your body's systems and organs, including your heart. Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Recipes to Get You Started

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Become a MemberDonate Are Car-Wash Extras Worth It? We go behind the curtain to find out what you need—and what you don’t

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Best Labor Day Deals on New Cars for 2018

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Door Locks That Will Keep You Safe

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Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ram, and Jeep Recall Vehicles Because They May Not Start Automakers say a faulty chip may lead to problems

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Money on Twitter: "Most people blow 70% of their money on 3 things — and cutting back could be the key to retiring much earlier https://t.co/H98wDuQENU"

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Aug 21, 2018

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4 Products on Deep Discount in August

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How Much House Can I Afford? | New House Calculator

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Summer Workouts: How to Stay Safe in the Heat

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Wisconsin officials report influx of IRS scam calls

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MONEY's Best Colleges 2018: How We Rank the Best Colleges

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Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Recipes to Get You Started

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Safety of Probiotic Supplements Not Guaranteed, Study Says

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What It Means If You Bruise Easily

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Is someone using your personal information to open new accounts, make purchases or get benefits? Report it at http://IdentityTheft.gov and get a free personal recovery plan

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Call 4 Action: Watch out for auto warranty scams

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4 Foods to Eat for a Healthy Weight

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May 30, 2018

Decorah North eagle babies

The day after I published this video, the eaglets died after being attacked by black flies. Raptor Resource Project: "We are sorry to announce that both eaglets at the Decorah North nest died yesterday... Why did the eaglets die? As we learned last year at Great Spirit Bluff, blackflies carry a pathogen that overwhelms the immune systems of young birds. Today's blackfly strike, combined with the extreme heat and humidity, was more than the eaglets could take."

Is Fruit Juice Healthier Than Soda

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Best Ways to Treat a Sunburn

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"Find out if you’re making more or less money than people your age

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New Ways to Prevent Elder Financial Abuse

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Summer Car Safety for Kids

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How to Save Money With a Cheap Cell-Phone Service

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Jané Muum Stroller Recall due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazard

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"Meet the woman who fired Roseanne, ABC president Channing Dungey

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"If you get a robocall: - Don’t press any buttons. - Don’t call the number back. - Don’t engage. That just encourages the scammers. The best thing to do? Immediately hang up the phone and report the number to the FTC.

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Amazon bans US customers who return too many purchases

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May 14, 2018

Western Union refunds scam alert

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Black flies can kill young birds

In late spring and early summer, black flies emerge from rivers and make life miserable for man, beasts and birds. Females sucks out our blood and leave painful welts. Here in Wisconsin, I've seen them invade the nests of eagles, whooping cranes and peregrine falcons. To avoid the flies, nest babies sometimes jump out like the poor souls in the World Trade Center.

The Best Laptops of 2018 Thanks to Intel's new quad-core processors, models from Asus, Dell, and LG get a bump in speed

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Zelle New Way To Send Money, but Risks?

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Smart Strategies for Paying for College

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What You Should Know About Salmonella/Tainted eggs have recently sickened 35 people. Here are the facts about this common foodborne bacteria.

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Pedestrian Deaths in the U.S. Soared From 2009-16

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6 Ways Trump's Drug Price Plan Could Lower Rx Costs

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How Long $1 Million in Retirement Funds Lasts In Each State

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Chili's 2018 Data Breach: What We Know About Data Compromised

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Apr 23, 2018

Most Reliable Central Air Conditioning Systems

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Generic Tablet Charger vs. Name Brand One?

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Should You Stop Taking That Medication?

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How to Get the Best Car Loan

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Remember that a car is a depreciating asset. You will save a lot of money if you pay cash for a car you can afford. And never buy a used or new car without checking it out in the April issue of Consumer Reports magazine available at your local library. You can lose a small fortune buying a skunk car.

Almost Zero: Why You’re Still Not Making Much on Your Bank Account

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You've Got Scanned! Yahoo and AOL Emails Targeted for Ads

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Is Decaffeinated Coffee Bad for You?

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TV Brands Aren't Always What They Seem

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Apr 2, 2018

Why You Need to Reboot a Router

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Why Paying Taxes by Credit Card Can Actually Cost You Money

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New Tax Law 2018: How Changes Will Affect Your Tax Return

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Green Juice: Not as Healthy as You Think

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The IRS is auditing fewest Americans since 2002

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Mail-order cancer tests are WRONG 40% of the time, analysis claims

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Why Some Americans Are Risking It and Skipping Health Insurance

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Should You Stop Taking That Medication?

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Best Setting for Your Central Air Conditioning

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Tired of Salad? New Ways to Eat Leafy Greens

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Sporty-Looking 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Debuts

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FTC Sending Refund Checks Totaling More Than $355,000 to Consumers Who Bought CogniPrin ‘Memory Improvement’ Supplement | Federal Trade Commission

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FTC Sending Refund Checks Totaling More Than $355,000 to Consumers Who Bought CogniPrin ‘Memory Improvement’ Supplement | Federal Trade Commission

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Mar 19, 2018

Restless turkeys

"Wild turkeys segregate into flocks on the basis of sex and, to some extent, age...In March or early April, the groups of bachelor gobblers will rejoin up with all of the hens and form large groups as the mating season begins." Introduction to the Wild Turkey - Meleagris Gallopavo

4 Foods to Eat for a Healthy Weight

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What to Do If You Have a Toys 'R' Us Gift Card

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The Most Cost-Efficient Inkjet Printers - Consumer Reports

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How to Wash a Pillow to Keep It Smelling Fresh - Consumer Reports

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Car's Heater

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The Newest Ways to Deal With Robocalls

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Feb 12, 2018

Do Memory Supplements Really Work?

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Don't Answer Calls from These Area Codes - Scam Phone Numbers to Avoid

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Decorah eagles fix...fuss with nest

Tips When Buying Jewelry for Valentine's Day

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Best and Worst Carpet Cleaners From Consumer Reports' Tests

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How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing

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David Pogue reviews Facetune, a selfie-retouching app

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Facetune is a selfie-retouching app — incredibly easy to use, with incredibly professional-looking results. With a few swipes of your finger, you can make your teeth whiter, your skin smoother, your eyes bigger, and your nose smaller. You can tap a zit into nonexistence, or make your waist a little thinner. It’s like Photoshop without the complexity (Facetune’s built-in, animated help screens show you exactly how to use each tool). It’s a must-have for anyone who lives and breathes Instagram.

Harley-Davidson Recalls Motorcycles | Brake Concern

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Can a Robotic Vacuum Replace Your Upright Vac?

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Best Strollers for Bad Weather

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9 Car Insurance Money Savers & Surprises

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Samsung and Roku Smart TVs Vulnerable to Hacking

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Feb 5, 2018

5 Easy Fixes for the Most Common Snow-Blower Problems

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If an online love interest asks you for money, it’s probably a scam

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Walgreens to pay over $2 million in Bay Area settlement over prices, formula sales

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Lucky squirrel dodges Decorah eagle

How 'Natural' Doctors Can Hurt You - Consumer Reports

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Mitsubishi is recalling 141,053 cars and SUVs because a part can break, leading the engine to stall.

The recall is for certain Mitsubishi Lancer, Lancer Sportback, Outlander, and Outlander Sport vehicles from the 2008 through 2012 model years, and equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 four-cylinder engine.Consumer Reports

2018 Buick Enclave Review: Room for Improvement

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How to Get More From Your Doctor Visit

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Fish Oil Pills Do Not Prevent Heart Attacks

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Jan 30, 2018

How to Stop Videos From Autoplaying

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Decorah eagles airshow courting...my weekly Janesville Gazette music video

Car Care Tips: Myths vs. Reality

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What You Need to Know About 5G

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Report says White House may be floating the idea of a national 5G network. So what is 5G and how does it work?

New Report Reveals Racial Discrimination by Auto Dealerships

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Everyone should protect themselves when buying a new or used car by checking them out for reliability and price in the April issue of Consumer Reports at your local library and your library on line

The Secretary of State is not emailing you

The Secretary of State is not emailing you | Consumer Information: "There are many scammers who pretend to be government officials – from the IRS, Social Security, and even the FTC. The latest twist is an email from – supposedly – the Secretary of State. In the email, someone pretending to be Secretary Tillerson says you’re owed a payment – which he knows about because of an investigation by the FBI and CIA. "

Money Wasting Washing Machines and Other Laundry Products

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The Newest Ways to Deal With Robocalls

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FTC Sending Refund Checks Totaling More Than $533,000 to Consumer Victims of Phony Mortgage Relief Scam |

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How to Soothe Miserable Cold and Flu Symptoms

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Jan 22, 2018

'New' winter tires can be 3 or 4 years old

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How to Prevent and Treat Dry Winter Skin

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How to Tell if You Need Emergency Flu Treatment

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Consumer World's Edgar Dworsky: Average drugstore charged a full 50-percent more for food than the least expensive supermarket

With more and more non-food retail stores enlarging their grocery sections, is it a good deal to buy groceries at your local drugstore? No deal, according to a new Bostonarea survey released today by the consumer education website ConsumerWorld.org. On a market basket of some two-dozen items, the study found that the average drugstore charged a full 50-percent more than the least expensive supermarket -- $102.94 versus $68.55. For example, a can of Maxwell House coffee was $6.99 at Walgreens, but only $3.49 at Market Basket. A pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream was $6.29 at CVS, but only $3.99 at Shop & Shop. And a box of Lipton tea bags was $5.19 at Rite Aid, but only $2.99 at Shaw’s and Market Basket. “Drugstores are not doing shoppers any favors by carrying groceries at convenience store prices,” commented Edgar Dworsky, founder of Consumer World. “We are not talking about just a penny or two difference per item, but as much as a dollar or two in some cases.” The spot check of prices of 25 common items was conducted on October 2 at six stores in Somerville: Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS, Stop & Shop, Shaw’s and Market Basket. Among the drug chains, Rite Aid was the most expensive with the market basket of items costing $107.96, while CVS was the “least expensive” at $98.12. Among the supermarket chains, Shaw’s was the most expensive at $83.56 despite coincidentally having 10 of the items on sale, while Market Basket was the cheapest at a low $68.55 with only four items on sale. To save the most, Dworsky advises consumers to comparison shop, to check the ads

A ‘Psychic’ Who Charged an Elderly Women $3.5 Million for Exorcisms Has Been Sentenced for Tax Evasion

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Give Your Set a Super Bowl TV Tuneup

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New Smart Home Devices Stop Leaks and Water Damage

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5 Things to Know When Replacing a Dishwasher

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