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Scam Alert. Unfortunately, many cars and trucks flooded in hurricanes and other deep water disasters wind up for sale by unscrupulous dealers to unsuspecting customers. Here’s how to avoid getting soaked by buying a vehicle that is – simply – dangerous to drive. Electronics, including computer chips, hate water Since modern vehicles are heavy on
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It doesn’t matter whether gas prices are up or down. Whatever the price, you’ll save money at the gas pump if you tune up, slow down and lighten up. How to squeeze more miles out of each gallon of gas Tune Up A properly tuned engine can improve fuel economy about 4 percent, according to
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According to a recent AAA Travel survey, two-thirds of us plan to take a vacation this summer, and many of us will be driving. Here are some easy and common sense tips for getting your car, SUV or truck road trip ready, whether you are planning a long getaway or a short one. Be Road
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Spring cleaning often means debating what to throw out and what to hang on to. Save time and money with these eco-friendly tips to de-cluttering your closets, dresser and desk drawers, countertops and bins, for what you can toss guilt-free, what has the potential for re-use, and what should be donated to charities. Spring Cleaning:
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The Sultan of Brunei has ordered the death by stoning to anybody who engages in LGBTQ gay sex or adultery. Since this tiny Arab kingdom owns hotels around the world, including in the USA, you might want to avoid them along with the restaurants by world-famous chefs inside them. The Sultan of Brunei owns The
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Scam alert: You might not have started working on your 2018 Income Tax returns yet, but identity thieves are already hard at work phishing for your tax refund. Identity theft scammers stole more than $5.2 Billion in Tax ID thefts in a recent year, according to the Federal Trade Commission, which reports that it’s the
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Gone are the days where a smart suit, puppy-dog eyes and a nice smile during check-in could get you an upgrade to business class, or even the new “comfort” class between business and coach. Free flight upgrades are still possible, but they require both planning and luck. Here are the top ways to increase the
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Bad weather can spell disaster if you are driving on tires with worn out treads. New research from AAA reveals the dangers of driving on worn tires. Driving on relatively worn tires at highway speeds in wet conditions can increase average stopping distances by a staggering 43 percent, or an additional 87 feet – that’s
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‘Tis the season of get-togethers and holiday travels. While it’s a joyous time of year, the hustle and bustle of the holidays can create anxiety for children. Make your visits with family and friends, or your holiday vacation getaway, enjoyable for everybody with just a little preparation. Stick to regular routines whenever possible Unusual schedules
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Where’s Santa? Since 1955, the team at North American Aerospace Defense Command, better known as NORAD, has kept track of a certain toy-filled sleigh pulled by reindeer. Curious kids can follow Santa’s route on Christmas Eve, as well as receive updates from the North Pole online at NORAD Tracks Santa. We are told Rudolph’s glowing red
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