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Best and Worst Airlines

Updated: 05/22/2013 - Consumer Reports has just released its latest ratings on airlines. They're based on input from more than 16,000 subscribers.

Keeping Produce Fresh

Updated: 05/18/2013 - Tossing out fresh fruit and vegetables that have gone bad feels like throwing money down the drain. A new product called FreshPaper claims to keep produce fresh for up to four times longer. Consumer Reports put it to the test.

Best Gas Grills

Updated: 05/18/2013 - Just in time for Memorial Day weekend - Consumer Reports' test results on more than 100 gas grills. Some are loaded with features, but you don't have to spend top dollar to get a grill that sizzles.

Ground Turkey Caution

Updated: 04/30/2013 - More people are opting for ground turkey instead of beef these days. Even Burger King has started serving up turkey burgers. But a just-released Consumer Reports' investigation reveals - it can also be a breeding ground for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Securing Your Smart Phone

Updated: 04/30/2013 - If you store sensitive information on your smart phone, losing track of it could spell disaster, but a few key moves can go a long way to keeping your data safe.

DIY Cracked IPhone Repairs

Updated: 04/25/2013 - Cracked iPhone screen? Online videos explain how to fix them, but Consumer Reports found the repair is far from simple!

More Reliable Motorcycles

Updated: 04/18/2013 - Motorcycles offer an exhilarating riding experience and can deliver impressive fuel savings. If you're thinking about getting one, Consumer Reports has new information on some of the most reliable brands on the road.

Big Name Drug Savings

Updated: 04/18/2013 - If you take Lipitor, Actos, or Lexapro, new generics of these and other big-name drugs could be a real money saver. But Consumer Reports has discovered - just because you're buying a generic drug doesn't mean you're getting a great price.

Super Absorbent Toy Balls Caution

Updated: 04/15/2013 - They're colorful and alluring, but Consumer Reports says there's a potential safety hazard with popular small toy balls and beads that expand dramatically in water. There's been one recall, but many more of these super absorbent polymer balls are still on the market.

Paying with Your Smart Phone

Posted: 04/15/2013 - Over the last year, more people are paying for stuff by waving, sliding, or tapping their smart phones. More apps called digital wallets are offering different ways to pay. Consumer Reports Money Adviser took a look at several to see if you really can leave your wallet at home.

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