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Charitable giving swells in December
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
December is a big month for charities, and even in tough times, Americans are giving to those in need.
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When the holiday season means more waste
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
During the holidays, consumers generate about 25 percent more waste than the rest of the year -- that's a million tons a week of extra stuff. Here are some tips on how to try and keep the waste low.
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DIY Christmas: Fridge pickles and infused booze
Friday, December 2, 2011
Meg Favreau of Wisebread.com shares two gifts you can make that'll be winners under any tree.
MIDDAY UPDATE: Frightful weather on the East Coast and post-holiday recycling
Monday, December 27, 2010
The northeast corridor suffers a post-holiday blizzard, and travelers face canceled flights, trains and roads too dangerous to drive. The cold...
On mailing champagne flutes
Monday, November 29, 2010
This final note today: A helpful tip as you get those holiday packages ready to ship off to relatives. Whatever you do, don't mark it "fragile."...
Cyber Monday: Shoppers surf the Web for savings, free shipping offers
Monday, November 29, 2010
Holiday savings are just a click away for online shoppers today.
After a busy weekend at stores, retailers today are making their big online sal...
MID-DAY UPDATE: Ben Bernanke Visits Europe
Friday, November 19, 2010
Ben Bernanke visits Europe today to defend the Fed's decision to pump $600 billion more into government bonds. Germany in particular was vocal in...
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