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CONSUMER REPORTS


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These supplements are popular. What do they actually do?

More than half of American adults take at least one vitamin or dietary supplement daily. Do they work? Consumer Reports looks into some of biggest sellers.

How to modify your bedroom to get a better nightโ€™s sleep

The experts at Consumer Reports reveal simple adjustments you can make now to help you sleep better all year long.

Are digital wallets safe? Hereโ€™s what to know as the battle between big banks and Apple Pay heats up

Competition over your digital wallet is heating up, yet peer-to-peer payments still have varying degrees of consumer protections.

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Does cold weather make you sick?

โ€œPut on a jacket, or youโ€™ll catch a cold.โ€ How many times have you heard that? And, is it true?

Are you paying too much for internet service?

When Consumer Reports analyzed thousands of internet bills they found confusing billing, varied pricing and lack of competition.

How to brighten winter blues

Shorter, grayer winter days can lead to the winter blues or a more serious case of Seasonal Affective Disorder. While depression merits a doctor's care, there are some things you can do to brighten your mood.

These store-brand foods can please your taste buds, wallet

Store brand foods can be big money savers, unless they don't taste good. Consumer Reports taste-tested several products, comparing store brands to name brands.

Companies not doing enough to warn parents of infant inclined sleep products, Consumer Reports says

Almost four years after a Consumer Reports investigation prompted the recall of millions of popular infant inclined sleep products, more child deaths have been linked to them. CR and other product safety experts say companies arenโ€™t doing enough to warn parents of the danger.

What to know about gas, electric stoves and induction cooktops

As opponents consider bans on gas stoves, here's what you need to know about how they compare with traditional electric and induction alternatives.

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How to avoid traps of โ€˜buy now, pay laterโ€™ services

Buy now, pay later services are booming. But before you use one of these short term loans, Consumer Reports has a warning about potential traps and how to avoid them.

$5 or less pOpshelf stores expanding in San Antonio

POpshelf, a low-cost store chain from Dollar General, is expanding in San Antonio.

January brings discounts on home workout equipment

If you kicked off the year resolving to get healthier and exercise more, some January deals can help you meet your goals.

Hereโ€™s how to get up to $14K for home improvements

If you're planning on making some eco-friendly home improvements such as new windows or appliances, you may be able to save thousands of dollars by taking advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act.

Hershey's sued after study found lead and other heavy metals in its dark chocolate

New York resident says he wouldn't have purchased candy had company disclosed it contained lead and cadmium.

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Free unauthorized sports streams could cause big problems for fans, Consumer Reports say

These unauthorized streams are pirated reproductions of copyrighted sports events, and theyโ€™re just a Google search away. But as Consumer Reports explains, some of those free streams can create big problems for fans.

How to defunk your carโ€™s A/C

Is there a funky smell in your car, especially when the air conditioner or heater is on? If it smells musty, the car care experts at Consumer Reports have some easy ways to defunk your carโ€™s air.

Protect your privacy with a virtual private network

Over the years, people have looked to various tools to try to stay safer online, including antivirus software and virtual private networks. But the false sense of security you get from some VPNs could actually leave you less safe online.

How to make easy holiday cocktails at home

Whether you want your favorite cocktail without the fuss or you donโ€™t have the right tools to make one yourself, Consumer Reports says there are lots of options.

Flu, COVID-19 and RSV parent survival guide

Cold and flu season is here and doctorโ€™s offices are packed with kids suffering from numerous respiratory illnesses. To improve your chances of keeping your child healthy, Consumer Reports has a winter survival guide for parents.

These holiday foods are healthy-ish

You might be surprised to know that some of the seasonโ€™s most popular indulgences actually have some nutritious value, but thereโ€™s a catch. Consumer Reports reveals the traditional holiday treats with hidden benefits.

Cold weather warning: Never use your oven to heat your home

As the temperature plummets, people will be looking for ways to keep the house warm. Safety experts warn that using the kitchen oven or range is a bad idea.

Heavy metals found in dark chocolate including Trader Joe's and Hershey's

Consumer Reports says potentially harmful levels of cadmium and lead were detected in some chocolate brands.

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Dark chocolate might have health perks, but should you worry about lead in your bar?

Dark chocolate bars tested by Consumer Reports exceeded California's daily maximum allowable dose levels for lead or cadmium. But a toxicologist says eaten in moderation, it's nothing to worry about.

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Dangerous heavy metals like lead found in popular dark chocolate brands, including Hershey's and Trader Joe's, report says

Consumer Reports tested popular brands of dark chocolate and detected risky heavy metals like lead, which is linked to neurological issues over time.

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Dark chocolates contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports testing reveals

Dark chocolate may be a healthy indulgence, but Consumer Reports' testing found bars containing worrisome levels of heavy metals.

Heavy metals found in dark chocolate including Hershey's and Trader Joe's

Consumer Reports says potentially harmful levels of cadmium and lead were detected in some chocolate brands.

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Gift ideas for foodies for under $20

Kitchen gadgets make great gifts, and Consumer Reportsโ€™ experts tried and tested loads of them to make sure the cooks on your list get a quality gift for $20 or less.

Need a gift idea for a teen, young adult? Check these out.

Finding the great gift for an older teen or young adult may not be as tricky as you think. Consumer Reports offers up a few ideas.

You canโ€™t always trust โ€˜non-toxicโ€™ claims on cookware, tests show

If you're shopping for non-stick cookware, you see claims that the pans are non-toxic and made without chemicals. Can you trust the claims?

Hereโ€™s how to digitize old family pics, memories

Consumer Reports checked out services than digitize your old family photos, slides, and home movies.

Holiday gift ideas for car lovers

Consumer Reports has practical and useful gifts for all the car lovers on your list.

Stores with the best and worst return polices

Consumer Reports is offering a helpful guide to stores with the best and worst return policies.

12 On Your Side: Gas prices go down, credit card rates up this holiday season

"12 On Your Side" is KSAT's weekly consumer round-up dedicated to providing the information that can better your life, written by award-winning journalist and KSAT consumer reporter Marilyn Moritz.

Miss Black Friday, Cyber Monday? Check out these December deals

if you missed out on the big Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday savings, don't worry. Here are some deep discounts on some popular, top-rated gifts.

Holiday gift ideas for people on the go

Consumer Reports has practical and useful gifts for all the wanderers on your list, whether theyโ€™re traveling near or far.

How Long You Should Expect A Used Car To Last

If you're planning to buy a used car, looking for certain brands and features can help ensure that your vehicle will last for years to come.

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How to make your online holiday shopping a little greener this year

Is there a way to get the convenience and savings of online shopping without hurting the environment? Consumer Reports has tips to make your online orders a little greener.

Facebook ads for supplements with incredible health claims may be dangerous, illegal

Facebook fans are used to seeing ads, including some for supplements that are sold with incredible-sounding health claims. But a new Consumer Reports investigation found that many of these ads target vulnerable users with products that can be dangerous and illegal.

Electronics on your shopping list? Here are some ideas

Electronics are always hot for the holidays. So, ahead of the big Black Friday through Cyber Monday weekend, Consumer Reports' tech editors offer their personal picks for gift ideas.

The best and worst Internet providers in America

A new study of 22,000 American broadband bills by Consumer Reports shows how ISPs get you to pay more โ€” and how you can fight back.

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Save time on cleaning with these leaf-removal tips

Consumer Reports experts share three of their top tips to help you clear the leaves and fall back in time this autumn.

Toyota, Mercedes-Benz make Consumer Reportsโ€™ best, worst cars of 2023 rankings

USA TODAYโ€™s money reporter Bailey Schulz breaks down Consumer Reportsโ€™ best and worst cars of 2023 rankings, with notable brands topping the lists.

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Hybrids, sedans, Toyota shine in Consumer Reportsโ€™ reliability report

Consumer Reports' newly-released vehicle reliability report favors hybrids and sedans. Toyota, Lexus and BMW rank as most reliable brands in recent survey about new vehicles.

Toyota and Lexus dominate most reliable car brands list and you'll be surprised what's last

Toyota and Lexus topped the latest list of most reliable car brands from Consumer Reports, which surveyed more than 300,000 owners of 2000 to 2023 model cars.

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Consumer Reports survey: Hybrids are most reliable vehicles

Gas-electric hybrids were the most dependable vehicles sold in the U.S. in the past year, while big pickup trucks and fully electric automobiles performed the worst in Consumer Reportsโ€™ annual reliability survey.

Consumer Reports survey: Hybrids are most reliable vehicles

Gas-electric hybrids were the most dependable vehicles sold in the U.S. in the past year, while big pickup trucks and fully electric automobiles performed the worst in Consumer Reports' annual reliability survey. Hybrid technology has been around for more than two decades, and even though the vehicles switch between electric and gasoline power, they don't have a lot of the technology or complex multi-speed transmissions that have caused problems with other vehicles, said Jake Fisher, senior director of auto testing. โ€œHybrids are very conventionally built vehicles,โ€ Fisher said.

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Electric vehicles less reliable because of newer technologies, Consumer Reports finds

Consumer Reports surveyed owners of more than 300,000 vehicles to make predictions about the reliability of 2023 model year vehicles.

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How to pick a case to protect that pricey phone

Cell phones aren't cheap and neither are repairs for when you drop and break it, so here are the most important features to look for in a protective case.

Change these filters before winter arrives

With energy costs expected to increase this winter, itโ€™s more important than ever to maximize the efficiency of your heating and air-quality systems. The good news is that you can start with an inexpensive DIY fix.

Dangerous โ€˜forever chemicalsโ€™ found in school uniforms

High levels of dangerous chemicals, PFAS, were found in some school uniforms, according to a recent study.

Home is most dangerous place for fire. Hereโ€™s how to protect your family.

The home is the place where the most fire deaths and injuries happen. Knowing what to do and what not to do can protect your home and family.

How a second opinion could save you more on dental care

Consumer Reports takes a look at five common dental procedures to help you figure out if and when you really need them.

Holiday discounts start long before Black Friday

As holiday shopping kicks into high gear, Consumer Reports found discounts on some of its top-rated products before Thanksgiving weekend.

Halloween face paint for kids may be toxic

Around Halloween, many parents worry about trick-or-treating safety, sugar crashes, and ruined bedtimes. But thereโ€™s something you might not be thinking about but should be: toxic ingredients in your kidsโ€™ face paints and powders.

How to make delicious, nutritious fall smoothies

Consumer Reports nutritionists share some tips to help you get a healthy boost from autumn apples, pumpkins, and the warm spices that go with them.

Gas stoves may be bad for your health, Consumer Reports tests show

Gas or electric? Given the choice, many professional chefs and home cooks choose gas cooktops. But that choice could come with some health risks.

Constantly buying batteries? Maybe itโ€™s time to switch to rechargeables

If you use a lot of batteries, it may be time to switch to rechargeables, especially for toys. They can help your wallet and the planet.

These hot cereals are hearty, nutritious options for cool mornings

Breakfast doesnโ€™t get much easier than a single-serve oatmeal cup. But to get the most nutrition, choose your oats carefully.

Collagen supplements are trendy, but it is just hype?

People spend big money on collagen supplements to help turn back the clock on their skin and joints. Is there real benefit, or is it just hype?

How to appeal health claims

Your doctor says you need a test or treatment or medication, but your health insurance refuses to cover it. Before you pay out of pocket, 12-On-Your-Side's Marilyn Moritz says you have a right to appeal -- and it's not that hard to do.

House fires burn hotter, faster than decades ago. Hereโ€™s how to protect your family.

Thanks to smoke detectors and better building codes, the numbers of house fires are down significantly. But, fires that do happen are deadlier.

Hearing aids coming to store shelves mid-October

Come Oct. 17, consumers should be able to walk into their neighborhood Walgreens drug store and buy a FDA-approved hearing aid, no prescription required.

Consumer Reports weighs pros, cons of real dairy products

Consumer Reports says it's important not to overlook the health benefits of real dairy.

Complaints about inaccurate credit reports are soaring

Credit report errors account for three-quarters of all consumer complaints during the first half of 2022, Consumer Reports said.

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CDC: E. coli sickens 97 people in 6 states; most ate lettuce at a Wendy's

Federal health officials increase count of those sickened; many reported eating burgers or salads from Wendy's.

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Don't eat Wendy's sandwiches or salad with romaine lettuce, Consumer Reports warns

Local tallies show number of those sickened in E. coli outbreaks is more than double than CDC's week-ago update.

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Consumer Reports: Don't eat Wendy's sandwiches or salad with romaine lettuce

Advocacy group's safety experts urge caution until more is known about E. coli outbreak that's sickened 37 people.

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Consumer Reports: Don't eat Wendy's sandwiches or salad with romaine lettuce

Advocacy group's safety experts urge caution until more is known about E. coli outbreak that's sickened 37 people.

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After E. Coli Outbreak, CR Experts Warn Against Eating All Wendy's Sandwiches and Salads With Romaine Lettuce

The food chain is removing the lettuce from its sandwiches in some states, but CR urges greater caution until more is known about the source of the outbreak.By Lisa L. GillThirty-seven people hav...

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Salmonella found in a third of ground chicken, Consumer Reports says

USDA says it is rethinking its approach to bacteria in poultry that sickens hundreds of thousands of people every year.

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How to Buy a New Mattress Without a Ph.D. in Chemistry

The disrupter economy has set its sights on your bedroom, offering gel capsules, ice fabric, green-tea memory foam, and copper-infused toppers. Will they help you get a better nightโ€™s sleep?

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โ€˜Drip Pricingโ€™ Is Turning Checkout Into a Nasty Surprise

Companies are getting creative in passing along rising costs to consumers โ€”ย ย and making it harder to comparison shop โ€” by tacking on fees and surcharges at the last minute.

washingtonpost.com

Crisis in Sri Lanka: Protests turn deadly as government and economy near total collapse

Protests in Sri Lanka turned deadly this week as the country faces imminent bankruptcy. In Colombo, the capital city, supporters of the now-resigned Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa reportedly attacked antigovernment demonstrators, which led to multiple deaths and property damage, including the burning of several homes owned by current members of the government. In the days since, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, brother of the former prime minister, has refused calls to resign and authorized the military to shoot protesters on sight should they be deemed a threat.

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Don't Bother Fertilizing Your Lawn Twice a Year

Fertilizing your yard too oftenโ€”or at the wrong timeโ€”can do more harm than goodBy Mary H.J. FarrellA lush lawn can make your homeโ€™s landscaping shine (and make your neighbors green with envy). Bu...

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Ford Recalls F-150 Because Transmission Can Suddenly Go Into Neutral

Over 47,000 pickup trucks from the 2021 model year are included in the recallBy Keith BarryFord is recalling certain 2021 F-150 pickup trucks because their transmissions may unexpectedly shift in...

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Major restaurant chains commit to eliminating โ€˜forever chemicalsโ€™

Restaurant brands make new commitment when study finds dangerous PFAS chemicals linked to serious health problems widespread in fast food packaging

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Toxic chemicals found in food packaging at Sweetgreen and McDonald's, and experts say 'these substances migrate into the food you eat'

An investigation by Consumer Reports found some level of indicators of PFAS in packaging from 24 different restaurant chains.

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Ford F-150 Pickup Trucks Recalled for Faulty Windshield Wipers

If the wipers stop working in bad weather, drivers may not be able to see the roadBy Keith BarryFord is recalling over 157,000 F-150 pickup trucks from the 2021 model year because their windshiel...

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The Worst Deals on New Cars Right Now

Some models are so hard to come by that consumers are paying well above the sticker price for themBy Jeff S. Bartlettwith Todd YoungIf you have your heart set on buying a new car this year, be pr...

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Is Tile Flooring That Looks Like Wood Right for Your Home?

Porcelain planks with simulated wood grain and texture have their benefitsโ€”and drawbacksBy Tobie StangerWood floors are high on the wish list of many a homeowner and buyer. And itโ€™s easy to see w...

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Most Fuel-Efficient Cars

These gas sippers are easy on the walletBy Jeff S. BartlettFuel economy is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a new car, because it has an impact on your weekly operating c...

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What Happens to the Old Batteries in Electric Cars?

These power sources can have many uses, CR saysBy Consumer ReportsElectric cars are becoming a more viable option for many car buyers, with almost 100 pure electric models set to debut by the end...

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Ford's Mustang Mach-E beats Tesla's Model 3 as Consumer Reports' top electric vehicle for 2022

The designation is further validation of Ford CEO Jim Farley's belief the company can not only compete with Tesla but also beat Elon Musk when it comes to EVs.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E Replaces Tesla Model 3 as Consumer Reports' Electric Vehicle Top Pick

We explain how this new electric vehicle bumped the Model 3 from our annual Top PicksBy Jeff S. BartlettIn its annual Top Picks, Consumer Reports highlights the standout cars, SUVs, and trucks ac...

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Made in America? Check the wording.

According to a Consumer Reports survey, nearly 80% of United States shoppers would rather...

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An Austrian doctor who amputated a patient's wrong leg has been fined

The mistake was discovered two days later, during a routine bandage change.

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Tesla makes some of the least reliable cars, Consumer Reports says. See which brands came out on top.

Consumer Reports ranked most reliable vehicles and brands you can buy. Tesla came in next to last thanks to subpar scores from its SUVs.

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Here's where Tesla and other EVs ranked in this year's Consumer Reports reliability survey

Lexus, Mazda and Toyota topped the 2021 Consumer Reports Auto Reliability Report, while Jeep, Tesla, and Lincoln ranked in the bottom three.

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Supply chain issues could lead to product shortages and fewer Black Friday discounts โ€” here's what to buy now

November is traditionally one of the best months to find deals, but many hot products are in short supply or more expensive than usual.

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Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers

More than 60 percent of adults say they prefer to sleep on their side, at least for part of the night. To make sure we have it right for the majority of sleepers, we run extensive tests on mattre...

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Best Setting for Your Central Air Conditioning

Utility bills typically shoot up this time of year, as homeowners crank up their central air conditioning. To keep costs down, you might try to skimp on the ACโ€”but that can create squabbles in th...

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More than one-third of consumers found errors in their credit reports, investigation finds

TOWN SQUARE | Your credit report โ€” and credit score โ€” can make the difference between a loan approval or denial and the interest you pay on your loan.

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Is your Internet bill too high? Hereโ€™s why.

Service providers use their lock on neighborhoods โ€” and a lack of rules โ€” to take advantage of us. Hereโ€™s how to spot their tricks.

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Tesla Model 3 regains safety endorsements from Consumer Reports, IIHS

In May, Tesla announced it would no longer include radar sensors in Model 3 and Model Y vehicles made for customers in North America on or after April 27.

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A third of Americans found errors on their credit reports. Here's how to fix those mistakes

Before you try to take out a mortgage or a car loan, check your credit report. It may have a mistake that could cost you.

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Tickproof Your Yard Without Spraying Pesticides

For many of us this past year, our backyards took on a profoundly important role. In the era of social distancing, yards were transformed into outdoor oases, and even now, there are no signs that...

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Most Reliable Central Air Conditioning Systems

Over the past months, with folks working and studying at home, homeowners began to appreciate their central air conditioning systems more than ever. In fact, 14 percent of the members we surveyed...

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New regulations for infant sleepers after more than 100 deaths, millions of recalled items

Advocacy group Consumer Reports has linked the products, which were not previously regulated, to at least 106 infant deaths.

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Cars Most Likely to Need a Transmission Replacement

Drivers naturally become concerned about reliability as a car ages, because the risk of inconvenience and unexpected expenses rises while the miles rack up. Most modern cars can make it to 200,00...

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Laundry Products That Waste Loads of Money

Consumer Reportsโ€™ tough tests continue to find that some laundry detergents clean only slightly better than waterโ€”and that some washers use lots of water yet leave clothes dirty and dingy. Some d...

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