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Let’s face it, interacting with our smartphones has nearly become a full-time job for many of us, and it’s a job that isn’t helping us earn money. Nearly all adults -- 95 percent of us -- own a cellphone, according to the Pew Research Center; and 77 percent of us have smartphones. And ...

Vampires likely are lurking in your home, but holy water and garlic will do nothing to save you from them. We’re talking about energy vampires, the appliances and electronics that drain electricity when they are plugged in, but not actively in use. Think about your furnace during the summer, for i...

Thrift store shopping can be a great way to find stylish clothes or items for your home at affordable prices. As an added bonus, the money raised in a thrift store often goes to support charitable causes, at least in part.  Buying second hand also helps the environment, which is important to many p...