Dozens of websites promise to provide eyeglasses and contact lenses for less than local eye-care professionals charge. But how much can you really save? And...
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Which Costco Membership Benefits Are Worthwhile…and Which Aren’t?
A Costco membership practically guarantees lower-than-the-regular-retail-store prices on its in-store merchandise. But the company also offers a slew of other perks to its members. Some...
Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural: What’s the Difference?
Looking to buy a diamond? You now have a choice between ones formed in nature and ones manufactured in a laboratory. What’s the difference? Are...
What Is Computer Vision Syndrome and How Can It Be Prevented?
Do your eyes feel fatigued after sitting at your computer for a while? Do you have blurred or double vision…headaches…dry eyes…color distortions…and/or pain in your...
Replace Those Cable Fees With an Antenna
Some people hesitate to give up cable because they would miss their local channels. Despite occasional hype about a show on a cable network or...
How to…Contact Companies That Really Don’t Want You To
Want to call Frontier Airlines to fix a problem with your flight? Well, you can’t—the airline recently stopped using its customer-service phone line. It can...
Focusing on What’s Important in the Digital Age
Does it feel like your attention span is getting shorter? You’re probably right…and the cause is right in front of you. Digital technology—smartphones, computer screens,...
Artificial Intelligence in Health Care
With the appearance of the artificial intelligence (AI) system ChatGPT—a software program that can answer questions as if you’re chatting with a very intelligent and...
Best Cell Phone Plans for 2024
Prices for cell-service plans are rising, perks are disappearing, and the 5G network has thus far underwhelmed. But there still are some appealing cellular plans...
Warning: Watch Out for These AI Scams
Innovative scammers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to separate you from your money. Even now the FBI and other agencies are warning citizens about the...
Green Claims by Corporations Can Be Misleading
Automakers that trumpet their environmentally friendly vehicles—but cheat on emissions tests. Plastic packaging that features the word “recyclable”—even though most consumers can’t realistically recycle it....
You’ve Been Hacked…Now What?
Don’t panic if you’ve been hacked. Here are five steps to take immediately to control the damage and secure your accounts going forward… Step #1:...
