Detergent pods an emerging public health hazard, says CDC
Detergent pods an emerging public health hazard, says CDC A report released today by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention confirms what we've known for some time: that exposure to single-use...
View Article3Net forms studio to develop more 3D, 4K content
3Net forms studio to develop more 3D, 4K content Is the lack of 3D programming holding back 3D adoption? Apparently 3D network 3net thinks so: It's launching a new studio to develop and distribute new...
View ArticleLet's drink to the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act
Let's drink to the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act Next time you turn on the tap, keep in mind that today is the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, which made it illegal to pollute our...
View ArticleNew Cadillac ATS visits track, puts European sports sedans in its sights
New Cadillac ATS visits track, puts European sports sedans in its sights In its ongoing effort to establish itself as a credible world-class brand and broaden its appeal to younger buyers, Cadillac...
View ArticleThe model name's the same but the Honda generator is better
The model name's the same but the Honda generator is better One of Consumer Reports' challenges in presenting timely, relevant test results is that now and then manufacturers make changes to their...
View ArticleWider apertures set cameras apart from other digital-imaging devices
Wider apertures set cameras apart from other digital-imaging devices An exciting trend in the world of digital cameras is the ability for camera manufacturers to include wider maximum apertures in...
View ArticleShould I take Crestor or Lipitor, with niacin, to lower my cholesterol?
Should I take Crestor or Lipitor, with niacin, to lower my cholesterol? A: No. The combination can be risky. Some doctors will prescribe high doses of niacin to help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol...
View ArticleNewest digital devices let you shoot scary-good video this Halloween
Newest digital devices let you shoot scary-good video this Halloween Few events have lighting that's as dramatic or challenging as All Hallows' Eve, better known as Halloween. Whether you're using a...
View ArticleMedicare open enrollment: Can I put my wife and 20-year-old son on my...
Medicare open enrollment: Can I put my wife and 20-year-old son on my Medicare Advantage plan? Q. I am 82, retired, and on Social Security with a private Medicare Advantage plan. My wife is 52,...
View ArticleNissan recalls 2012-2013 Altima due to incorrectly torqued bolts
Nissan recalls 2012-2013 Altima due to incorrectly torqued bolts Nissan has recalled 13,919 of its 2012-2013 Altima sedans because they may have been equipped with transverse link bolts and power...
View ArticleLead paint still poses a risk in millions of American homes
Lead paint still poses a risk in millions of American homes Given that lead paint was banned back in 1978, it's easy to think of lead poisoning as a thing of the past, like polio and smallpox. But...
View ArticleAmerican Academy of Pediatrics weighs in on organic foods
American Academy of Pediatrics weighs in on organic foods Organic foods don't seem to be nutritionally superior to conventionally raised foods, and there's no proof that eating them translates into...
View ArticleSpray-On Wheel Cleaners - from Consumer Reports
Spray-On Wheel Cleaners - from Consumer Reports In a recent test of 5 spray-on wheel cleaners, Consumer Reports found none was very effective at removing brake dust and road grime without applying...
View ArticleAverage gas prices--Oct. 22, 2012
Average gas prices--Oct. 22, 2012 Gas prices have dropped significantly around the country, giving some relief to drivers compared to the week before. The national gasoline average is 23 cents above...
View Article2011-2012 Jeep Patriot investigated for engine stall
2011-2012 Jeep Patriot investigated for engine stall The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened up a safety investigation into 2011-2012 Jeep Patriot SUVs after receiving a...
View ArticleKenmore is floored by how many Americans dislike vacuuming
Kenmore is floored by how many Americans dislike vacuuming If a recent survey by Kenmore has it right, there are a lot of dirty floors in America. One in 10 of those asked said they're only prompted...
View ArticleTrick or treat! Tips for Halloween safety
Trick or treat! Tips for Halloween safety Parents know the drill--they want their little ones to have a super-fun and not-too-spooky time trick-or-treating, all the while staying safe. No problem:...
View ArticleIsis Mobile Wallet tests begin—but will consumers take to pay-by-phone?
Isis Mobile Wallet tests begin—but will consumers take to pay-by-phone? Three big cellular service providers yesterday announced a "milestone" in the transformation of your smart phone into a payment...
View ArticleDoctors say magnetic balls caused dozens of injuries in past two years
Doctors say magnetic balls caused dozens of injuries in past two years A study released today says that hundreds of children and teens have been treated by physicians, with dozens needing surgery for...
View Article50 years ago inventor of the LED knew it had a bright future
50 years ago inventor of the LED knew it had a bright future All this talk about LEDs replacing incandescent lightbulbs isn't new. Just ask the man who invented the first practical semiconductor LED...
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