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Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have developed a mosquito containing a gene that makes it resistant to the malaria virus. [more]
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Caregiving is a wonderful, heartfelt gesture that comes with emotional and financial stress. Make sure you're prepared for all of the challenges it can bring.
Imagine all your weekday meals prepped and ready after your commute — and still homemade and frugal. Make it real with your own home-cooking assembly line.
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Whether you're organizing your closet for the first time or need to make even more space, these tips will help keep your clothing neat and easy-to-access.
It might seem like everyone under the sun gets approved for a mortgage, but don't be fooled — home loans are no joke. Make these money moves before applying.
Organizing people ought to be easy, but there's good reason why the phrase "like herding cats" is so popular. Make things run smoothly with these tools.
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Malaria-Resistant Mosquito: Frugal Research or Future Pox?
File this one under "Wow, that's a great idea... or is it?" Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have developed a mosquito containing a gene that makes it resistant to the malaria virus. [more]
How to Manage Two Jobs (Without Burning Out)
Burning the candle at both ends can be exhausting. Here's how to make sure you aren't the one who burns out.
Critical Illness Insurance For Wise Patients
There are many people who believe in insurance, and just as many who are vehemently against it. Personally I'm a believer, but I also know that there is no blanket solution for
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a Caregiver
Caregiving is a wonderful, heartfelt gesture that comes with emotional and financial stress. Make sure you're prepared for all of the challenges it can bring.
Save Time and Money With a Monthly Assembly (or Bulk) Cooking Weekend
Imagine all your weekday meals prepped and ready after your commute — and still homemade and frugal. Make it real with your own home-cooking assembly line.
School Bookstores Can't Afford Cheap Textbooks
I'm taking just one course this semester, with just one reasonably priced textbook. According to the back cover, the price was $29.95, but that isn't the price I paid. I pu
The Easiest Way to Avoid a Tax Audit
It's every taxpayer's worst fear, but it doesn't have to be if you're honest and you stick with these tax-prep basics.
14 Ways to Organize a Messy Closet
Whether you're organizing your closet for the first time or need to make even more space, these tips will help keep your clothing neat and easy-to-access.
Why a 50-Year-Old Gadget May Be the Best Cure for Insomnia
Nobody disputes the value of a good night's sleep, and getting it might be as simple as making your bedroom noisier.
Same-As-Cash Store Offers vs. 0% Intro APR Credit Cards — Which Is Right for You?
Your favorite store may offer a "same as cash" deal with no-interest financing. Beware — it's not the same as getting 0% APR on new purchases.
Leadership by Listening
Are you a good listener? Listeners can be great leaders because they have volumes of field intelligence that no one else has bothered to notice.
Zooey Deschanel Never Pays Late Fees and 5 Other Smart Money Lessons From Celebrities
You don't have to be a spendthrift just because you're rich and famous. Here's how six super thrifty celebs get by.
6 Millennial Money Habits Every Retiree Should Learn
Millennials are savvy to some pretty healthy money habits. Even older generations should take notes!
Make These 5 Money Moves Before Applying for a Mortgage
It might seem like everyone under the sun gets approved for a mortgage, but don't be fooled — home loans are no joke. Make these money moves before applying.
13 Ways to Use Social Media in Business
You have social-media savvy that could benefit your company. Here’s how to work with your boss to get attention and results.
Can Too Many Credit Cards Hurt Your Credit Score?
You're responsible with your credit cards, but you sure have a lot of them. Is that a bad thing?
7 Occasions When You Should Definitely Hire a Financial Advisor
It's great to be able to DIY your money, but some jobs require the skills of a pro. Be the smart about when to seek professional financial advice.
10 Relationship Rules You Should Be Breaking
Rules are made for breaking — even in relationships. Ditch these old-fashioned mandates that may just be holding you back.
7 Ways to Negotiate Medical Bills
Don't ignore a hefty medical bill. If you think there might be an error, or you can't afford to pay, it's time to negotiate.
Free Online Tools That Help Organize People
Organizing people ought to be easy, but there's good reason why the phrase "like herding cats" is so popular. Make things run smoothly with these tools.