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Survival Skills: 3 Great Fire Starters You Can Make At Home

We all know how critical fire starting can be, especially in cold conditions. Fail to get a fire lit when you need it the most, and that could be the end of you. If you head outdoors in cold conditions, make sure you take gear that can perform. By carrying one or more of the..

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Divorce can improve credit scores

People looking to improve their credit scores will explore a variety of strategies to do so — but divorce isn’t usually among them. Even so, a survey of divorced consumers showed that people often saw their credit scores improve after a split, with nearly 30 percent reporting what they considered a significant jump. The Credit.com Divorce and..

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Gold Jewelry Is Back In Demand

Gold jewelry demand in 2013 saw the largest volume increase since 1997 as consumers across the globe reacted to lower gold prices, the World Gold Council said Tuesday. Full year demand was 2,209.5 tons, 17 percent above 2012 levels.   Global gold jewelry demand increased 6 percent to 553.8 tons for the fourth quarter of 2013. It..

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PCs lumber towards the technological graveyard

Companies switch to tablets and laptops to cut costs and let workers feel benefits of mobile technology The headquarters of iCore Networks has not seen a desktop computer in five years. Instead, each of the McLean, Virginia-based information-technology firm’s 160 employees relies on a company-issued iPad. They may request a laptop if they need it,..

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Homeowners warned to inspect for roof damage after winter storm

The latest winter storm to grip the region has residents once again shoveling out their cars, driveways and sidewalks. They may also want to take a look upward to inspect the roof. This year’s wintry mix of snow, sleet, rain and ice is not only troublesome for driving conditions but can also cause serious damage..

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