Shauna Wright
Study Shows Our Money Is Going… Not to Our Savings – Dollars and Sense
Many financial experts advise keeping at least three months of living expenses squirreled away in case of an emergency, but how many Americans actually do it?
Airline Passengers Live Their Worst Nightmare, Thanks to a Single TSA Agent
Hundreds of travelers at New York’s JFK Airport who’d already gone through security screenings were forced to do the unthinkable — get in line and do it all over again. It happened Saturday when it was discovered that one of the TSA agents didn’t know his metal detector had been unplugged all morning.
Falling Gas Prices Means Great News for Car Owners
Just a few months ago, analysts were worried gas prices would soar this summer, possibly topping $6 a gallon. But now that the warmer months are upon us, there’s been an abrupt about-face.
In fact, fuel prices are now falling so steadily that many experts predict that by this fall, a gallon of gas will be under $3.
High Park Wildfire in Colorado Consumes 80,000 Acres and Hundreds of Homes
Hundreds of homes and more than 80,000 acres of land have been destroyed in the High Park Fire near Fort Collins, CO. And while local radio station K99 reports the blaze is about 45 percent contained, the high temperatures and low humidity predicted on Monday are causing concern.
Relentless Rain from Tropical Storm Debby Floods Parts of Florida
Tropical Storm Debby may not be an actual hurricane, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t wreaking plenty of havoc – she’s already drenched Northern Florida in rain and spun off isolated tornadoes with at least one casualty.
Getting Bullied at Your Workplace? You’re Not Alone
Bullying isn’t just limited to kids on a playground — it also affects adults in the workplace. In fact, a recent poll found more than a third of American employees, 53 million in all, have been intimidated, harassed or threatened by a boss or co-worker.
How Much You Weigh Could Be Tied to Where You Shop
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who struggle with obesity, part of the problem may lie in where you grocery shop. A new study found people who frequent lower-cost supermarkets tend to be heavier than those who shop at pricier stores.
Could It Really Be Okay to Drink While You’re Pregnant?
For years, most pregnant women have regarded alcohol as fearfully as they might a knife-wielding maniac. But a new study suggests that light to moderate drinking early in pregnancy might not be as bad as we’ve all thought.
This Day in History for June 21 – US Constitution Ratified and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1788 – The US Constitution is ratified and goes into effect (More info)
1948 – Columbia Records introduces the long-playing record album in a public demonstration at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City (More info)
JetBlue Reigns Supreme in Airline Consumer Satisfaction Index
Move over, Southwest Airlines — your 20-year reign at the top of the American Customer Satisfaction Index is over. So who’s the new champ? None other than JetBlue.