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Secure your smartphone in 3 steps
If you store sensitive information on your smartphone, losing track of it could spell disaster. A just-released survey by Consumer Reports projects more than 7 million smartphone owners had a phone that was lost, stolen or ruined in the last year.
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Expanding toys pose safety risk for kids
They’re colorful and alluring, but Consumer Reports says there’s a potential safety hazard with popular small toy balls and beads that expand dramatically in water. There are many of those super-absorbent polymer balls on the market, although one …
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What your next new car is missing
When you go to buy a car, it’s a big investment. Consumer Reports finds that a number of new cars are disappointing when you get them home.
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Which used cars to avoid and ones to buy
Car problems don’t happen randomly. From the millions of car problems Consumer Reports’ subscribers report each year, Consumer Reports identifies key trouble areas. Consumer Reports’ reliability information on almost 250 models identifies the most likely problems.
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Pick a good travel rewards credit card
Getting the most for your money is just common sense. Today’s travel cards can be a great way to stretch your dollars,that is if you pay your balance off every month. But it’s downright confusing trying to figure out which offers the best deal. Consumer Reports Money Adviser crunches the numbers for you.
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Veggie chips may not be better for you
When you have a craving for a salty snack, chips seem like the perfect solution. And if you're trying make healthy choices, veggie chips sound like a smart decision. But be careful what you choose.
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Find the best value on house paint
Feel like your home is looking a little drab? It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do! A new color can be an inexpensive way to get a whole new look, say the experts at Consumer Reports. They recently evaluated 65 paints and say steer clear of inexpensive paints. None of the top picks were under $20.
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No Siri? Apps that will answer back
Apple’s Siri voice recognition ushered in a whole new era in smart-phone technology. Now downloadable apps are trying to get in on the conversation. Consumer Reports just took a look to see how two of the leading free apps—Robin and Speaktoit—stack up.
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3 cancer tests you don't want to avoid
Early detection of cancer doesn't necessarily save lives. This widely held belief drives many patients to get unnecessary screenings. Consumer Reports found many cancer screening tests have been oversold to the general population.
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Hair extensions causing health problems
Celebrity styles are influencing many women to try hair extensions. But before you add them to your own mane, there are some possible problems you should be aware of.
Problem Solvers
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The student loan payoff that wouldn't ta
A Tulsa man says once he paid off a big debt for his nephew in the amount of more than $3,800 he got nothing but more collection calls from this company.
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Making a Difference: Your donations
We asked for your help on behalf of central Oklahoma storm victims and you responded in a huge way.
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Large water donation comes in on live tv
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Charity helping firefighter fight cancer
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Thieves use stolen military FB profiles
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Avoid sticker shock when buying a car
Business Headlines
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Yahoo buys Tumblr for $1.1 billion
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.
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Cold weather taking a toll on businesses
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Dish Network offers $25.5B to buy Sprint
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Play ball: Businesses excited for season
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Cars that last forever
Personal Finance
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Picking the right tax preparer
Tax time is upon us and the IRS shares information on finding the right tax preparer who is properly qualified to help you.
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Free apps to help with your taxes
Just when you thought a computer tablet like an iPad was only good for Words with Friends or watching YouTube, there comes a legitimate use: help with preparing your taxes.
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Save BIG in 2013 with stealth couponing
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Higher taxes loom in 2013
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Millions of back taxes owed in Tulsa Co.
A big chunk of the Tulsa Public School district's budget comes from property tax. There's enough money owed to make up $20 million in cuts that the district has received over the past five years, according to records from the Tulsa County Treasurer's Office.
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Mayoral ads: Do the claims ring true?
For many voters, how they cast their ballot could hinge on the commercials current mayor Dewey Bartlett, former mayor Kathy Taylor and former city councilor Bill Christiansen are airing on television and radio.
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Jail overcrowding could cost taxpayers
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Which casino games have the best odds?
