May 22, 2013

Weather

Overcast

53°
Feels Like: 50 °
Conditions at Omaha, Eppley Airfield, NE

More Headlines

Battling Insomnia

Insomnia is rampant in this country. A just-published survey of Consumer Reports subscribers found 60% frequently had trouble getting to sleep...or were waking up in the night unable to get back to sleep.

Comments

Avoiding Antibiotics In Meat

Superbugs are on the rise. They're bacteria that are resistant to one or more antibiotics and they kill thousands of people a year.

Best Restaurant Pancakes

I-HOP brings in more money than any other family-style restaurant. But does it make the best pancakes?

Comments

Distracted Walking Dangers

There are plenty of warnings circulating about the dangers of distracted driving. But there's another risky behavior with cell phones that can be hazardous to your health as well, distracted walking!

Comments

New Top=Rated E-Book Reader

Thinking about getting an e-book reader? Amazon's Kindle is the best-selling brand, but two new ones break new ground, including a latest Nook from Barnes & Noble.

Comments

Out-Of-Network Health-Care Gotchas

Health care-you may think you're covered if you have health insurance. But Consumer Reports says think again. You can easily be socked with huge bills.

Comments

Cheap Mowers That Don't Cut It

A survey by the National Gardening Association finds Americans are tightening their belts when it comes to lawn maintenance-and spending more time on do-it-yourself lawn activities.

Comments

Best Hotel Deals

Hotel rates are heading up. The average rate for a room is expected to top $100 this year, according to Consumer Reports. But its latest hotel survey finds a good budget hotel that will cost you far less.

Comments

Store Credit Cards Pros & Cons

Who isn't looking to save money any way they can these days? Applying for a store credit card can save you plenty on a first purchase or a big purchase.

Comments

Finding Freebies Online

Who doesn't love free stuff? The Web is full of free offers, but can you really get something for nothing?

New Fuel Misers Disappoint

With high fuel prices, everyone is looking for ways to save on gas. Automakers are heavily promoting new fuel-savers. Consumer Reports just tested four to see how they stack up.

Comments

Quick & Healthy Foods

Supermarkets are catering more and more to people who want in-a-hurry food that's good for you, too.

Comments

Debit Card Drawbacks

As more traditional banks raising checking account fees, those prepaid debit cards are growing in popularity.

Comments

Taxing You Per Mile?

The need for highway and bridge repairs and improvements has states looking for new ways to tax motorists.

Comments

Wood-Like Vinyl Flooring

When it comes to flooring, the top-selling kind is vinyl. But is vinyl the best choice for your home? Consumer Reports has the results from its extensive tests on all kinds of floors.

1 ... 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ... 39