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Frontier Air Adds Carry-On Fee for Some Passengers

May 1st, 2013

By JOSHUA FREED, AP Airlines Writer Frontier Airlines is adding a fee for carry-on bags, and plans to start charging $2 for soda and coffee. The new carry-on fee announced Wednesday will be $25 if paid in advance, and $100 if paid at the… Read more






Orville Redenbacher Kettle Corn Recalled for Undeclared Allergen

April 29th, 2013
(WGGB) -- The maker of Orville Redenbacher popcorn has issued a voluntary recall after some...

Google’s Virtual Assistant Invades Siri’s Turf

April 29th, 2013
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Google is trying to upstage Siri, the sometimes droll assistant that...

ABC 40 Alert! Subaru, Nissan, Honda Issue Recalls

April 29th, 2013
DETROIT (AP) -- Subaru is recalling just over 10,000 of its 2014 Forester wagons because the...




Are Your Social Media Accounts Secure?

April 26th, 2013

(CNN) — Is your Facebook password the same as the one for your Twitter account? You could be asking for trouble. Some recent high-profile Twitter hacks serve as good reminders that both prominent and everyday social media users have to take… Read more





Going ‘Green’ with Your Gardening

April 26th, 2013

(CNN) — Spring has sprung across much of the country and the ground is beginning to thaw. That means it’s time to get outdoors and start thinking about your lawn and garden. However, before you start digging and planting, get a “green” plan…. Read more





iTunes Celebrates a Decade, Faces New Challenges

April 24th, 2013

By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — When Apple launched its iTunes music store a decade ago amid the ashes of Napster, the music industry – reeling from the effects of online piracy – was anxious to see how the new music… Read more







Making Sure You Have the Right Homeowner’s Insurance

April 17th, 2013

(CNN) — Chances are it’s the most expensive thing you own: your home, and if you’ve purchased or renewed homeowners insurance recently, you’ve probably noticed a few changes when it comes to cost and coverage. It now costs an average of… Read more





Google Mail and Other Services ‘Disrupted’

April 17th, 2013

NEW YORK (AP) — Google’s mail and application services are unavailable to some users. The company says it’s investigating the problems, but doesn’t know their cause. Google’s apps status dashboard shows that its Mail, Drive file storage… Read more





Chrysler Recalls 30,000 SUVs for Fuel Tank Problem

April 9th, 2013

DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler is recalling about 30,000 small SUVs because a faulty hose inside the gas tank can cause them to run out of fuel. The recall affects Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass four-wheel-drive vehicles from the 2012 model year. If… Read more





Chrysler to Recall SUVs for Drive Shaft Problem

April 9th, 2013

By The Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler is recalling more than 78,000 midsize SUVs because the drive shafts can break. The recall affects 2007 and 2008 Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro SUVs. Chrysler says in documents filed with… Read more





Countdown to Tax Day is On!

April 9th, 2013

(CNN) — Tax day is about a week away. Maybe you’ve already spent your refund or maybe you haven’t even started. You can’t hide from the calendar any longer. April 15th is almost here, so dig out your calculator – it’s time to do your… Read more





Virgin America Best US Airline Performer in 2012

April 8th, 2013

By JOAN LOWY, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. airlines scored their second best performance last year in the more than two decades that researchers have been measuring airline quality, with Virgin America the leader, says an annual… Read more





Facebook Barges into Google Turf with ‘Home’

April 5th, 2013

By PETER SVENSSON, AP Technology Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook Home, the new software that takes over the front screen of a smartphone, is a bit of a corporate home invasion. Facebook is essentially moving into Google’s turf, taking… Read more





Preparing Your Passport for an Overseas Trip

April 5th, 2013

(CNN) — Planning a trip abroad? You’ll need a passport. Making sure your documentation is in order is just as important as booking a hotel or a rental car. If you don’t do your homework, you could end up paying extra money or you could be… Read more








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