Think water safety for summer fun
Every year in the United States there are more than 4,000 unintentional drowning deaths. Drowning is the leading cause of […]
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Spring cleaning tip: Don’t use vinegar on some items
Since I avoid the use of harsh, toxic chemicals in cleaning, I often use vinegar in cleaning. However, Consumer Reports says it shouldn’t be used in nine cases: Clothes irons. Vinegar could damage the inside of the iron. Countertops: Vinegar is an acid, and it can etch and dull natural stone such as marble and limestone. For granite, it can break down sealers.
Maryland is set to become the first state to ban surveillance pricing, but the law has weaknesses, consumer group says
In January, Maryland Governor Wes Moore introduced the Protection From Predatory Pricing Act, a bill that prohibits dynamic pricing and
Meta misleads users about the steps it’s taking to fight fraud, and profits off scam ads at users’ expense, lawsuit alleges
Meta has knowingly taken steps and adopted policies that allow scam advertising to spread, and in 2024 Meta anticipated that
How did buying a toaster get complicated?
About six months ago, my toaster, which is probably more than 10 years old, started toasting only on one side.
Don’t be tricked by ‘healthy’ items added to alcohol because the alcohol’s still harmful to health
Alcohol consumption is down so companies are adding so called “healthy” items to wine, beer, and other alcoholic beverages. When
Homebuyers: Be sure to understand the new requirements for realtor fees because a settlement with realtors hasn’t resulted in the savings expected, report says
Realtor commissions haven’t significantly fallen after a settlement with the National Association of Realtors, or NAR, a new study shows.
What’s credit counseling and do you need it?
For years, I’ve been recommending to people who are having debt stress that they should sign up for credit counseling.
Tractor maker John Deere agrees to pay $99 million for denying the right for customers to repair their equipment
Tractor manufacturer John Deere announced Monday that it had reached a settlement agreement in a class action lawsuit filed against