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Toy Looks Like Candy, Kills If Swallowed

By | July 31st, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Recalls and Scams|Tags: , , , , , , , |

These Monster Science balls look like candy but are dangerous when ingested by children. Monster Science and Super Star Science Colossal Water Balls - marble-sized balls that absorb water and grow 400 times their original size - are being recalled because the soft and colorful product can easily be mistaken by kids as candy. [...]

Kids’ Outdoor Furniture Contains Lead Paint, Recalled

By | July 31st, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Families & The Economy, Recalls and Scams|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Leisure Ways Ladybug themed furniture is being recalled because its paint contains dangerous levels of lead. Leisure Ways Brand ladybug-themed kids' outdoor furniture pieces contain dangerous levels of lead in the paint, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission said today, warning us to immediately take these products away from children. The recalled items have large [...]

How to Buy Happiness (It Costs Less Than You Think)

By | July 29th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Happiness & Money|Tags: , , , , , , , |

You can spend money to soothe your soul but you have to steer clear of retail stores.

3 Common Lies from Debt Collectors

By | July 19th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Random, Recalls and Scams|Tags: , , , , |

Debt collectors can't call you up and lie. Hang up if you hear these claims.

Money Can’t Buy Leg-Toning; The Sketchers Sham

By | July 11th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Health & Money|Tags: , , , , , , |

Well of course we'd pay money for butt-toning sneakers! But the claims are overhyped and people are getting refunds.

Get Ripped – Not Ripped-Off – With Diet & Exercise Equipment

By | July 11th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Health & Money, Random|Tags: , , , , , |

You can't take the "work" out of "working out." Here's what's dangerous when it comes to products claiming to help you lose weight.

Groceries: How Brand Bias Costs You Money

By | July 9th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Food & Money|Tags: , , , , , |

Do you know who bakes your chips and chops your salsa? THIS ARTICLE WAS PRINTED IN OVER 30 NEWSPAPERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY. WE'VE INCLUDED A FEW FOR YOU TO CLICK. To help us shoppers stock up for summer barbeques, supermarkets will prepare displays grouping together holiday favorites. Think: Marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers for [...]

Yearly Expenses for Families of Four

By | July 6th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Food & Money|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Booze beats fruit, vegetables and even milk when it comes the money families of four spend each year? Take a look.

Summer Air Travel With Pets

By | July 6th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU, Families & The Economy, Random|Tags: , , , , |

If you're committed to vacationing with your furry friend, there are a few things you'll need to know.

Prevent Summer Brain Drain: 3 Ways to Keep Kids Learning

By | June 26th, 2013|Categories: Econo-YOU|Tags: , , , , , |

Scary stat: during summer, students on average lose two months of math skills and two months of reading skills. A mind is a terrible thing to waste but so is our time. We chose to quiz, test and police our future Nobel prize-winners instead of hiding in our bedrooms. Here's how to stay smart this summer.