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Once you've started your weight loss routine, stay vigilant, and make sure you keep on track. Studies have found that the vast majority of people who lose weight aren't usually able to maintain it for more than a year. In fact, many actually end up gaining much of the weight back thanks to a phenomenon called "weight…

Manufacturers like to boast how bright their phone screens can get, allowing you to see your display clearly even in direct sunlight. Pushing the intensity of those pixels to 1,000 or 2,000 nits of peak brightness is great for reading what's on the screen, but sustaining that level uses more power and generates more heat…

Know what can suck all the fun out of online shopping? Unexpected and expensive shipping costs. Getting hit with a large shipping fee can throw a wrench in your plans to the point you may hold off on purchasing it altogether. If you've found yourself in this situation before, then we have some tips for…

This tax season, the IRS said it's adding staff and technology to "reverse the historic low audit rates" on high-income taxpayers thanks to a boost in funding. Tax season can already be a stressful time, between having to navigate countless forms and compiling all of the correct information. The looming threat of an audit can ratchet…

As if it wasn't chilly enough in many parts of the US in recent weeks, some EV owners are getting an icy response from their electric vehicles.EV drivers in Chicago last week were left stranded and waiting for tow trucks in below-zero temperatures due to charging issues, range reduction and long lines at charging stations. EVs can…

Got a new TV for entertaining during the holidays? Is it a lot bigger than your last TV? Before you dive into all the fun stuff, you need to consider a very important question: Where are you going to put it? This story is part of 12 Days of Tips, helping you make the most…

Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupes, which may show up in some pre-cut mixes, are believed to be behind a growing outbreak of salmonella infections across the U.S. and Canada. Joe Raedle/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Joe Raedle/Getty Images Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupes, which may show up in some pre-cut mixes, are believed to…

The holiday shopping season is in full swing. And if you’re feeling the pressure to overspend on gifts, you’re not alone. There’s a lot of angst and nervousness around gifting this year, according to Shang Saavedra, a CNET Money expert and founder of Save My Cents. Between the resumption of student loan payments and ongoing…

With excessive heat advisories in effect across the U.S., here's how to avoid heat-related illnesses.

As the heat breaks records, remember that preventing heatstroke or heat exhaustion takes planning ahead to ensure you stay hydrated and can cool off frequently. David J. Phillip/AP hide caption toggle caption David J. Phillip/AP As the heat breaks records, remember that preventing heatstroke or heat exhaustion takes planning ahead to ensure you stay hydrated…