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How to pack food for your airline flight

A freezable lunch bag lets you bring fresh food on board

Travel is not only exhilarating, it can also be physically taxing. Your body must adjust to different time zones, exercise routines, sleep disruption, fatigue, and diet.

While all of these changes impact our health and well-being, I find diet causes me the most trouble. Maintaining a healthy diet on the road isn’t easy and air travel is a contributing factor.

Airlines rarely feed their coach passengers and the snacks and food they sell onboard is limited. Airports sometim...

09/30/2016 | By Robbie Miller Kaplan | Travel

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Home & garden

Five trends that have shaped kitchen design in 20169/30/2016

Ideas for turning your kitchen into a clean, efficient, and fresh-looking space

The kitchen: it’s where party guests congregate, families gather, and meals are lovingly prepared. With all that happens in a kitchen, it’s no wonder this… continue readingBy Sarah D. Young

Personal finance

Feds hit Wells Fargo with $24 million penalty for mistreating servicemembers9/30/2016

The bank did not grant servicemembers the rights they are entitled to under federal law

Besides Wells Fargo's other transgressions and tribulations, it's been ordered in two separate actions to pay $24 million for violating the rights of armed… continue readingBy James R. Hood

Cash Back Credit Cards

Should you be paying with a cash-back credit card?9/30/2016

If you have the discipline to pay the bill in full each month, it will pay off

A new survey of college students by Discover has found that overall, they are managing their money wisely.Once upon a time, students were bombarded wit… continue readingBy Mark Huffman

For Profit Colleges

Claim: former Corinthian students hounded for student loans they don't owe9/30/2016

Sen. Warren blasts Department of Education for its role

Once you take out a student loan, you have to pay it back. It can't be discharged in bankruptcy, for example.But there is one scenario where you might… continue readingBy Mark Huffman

Personal finance

Money 101: where to turn for help9/30/2016

A number of government and private sources can help consumers get a handle on money issues

When you want to get off on the right financial foot, or need help digging out from beneath crushing credit card or student loan debt, there are resources… continue readingBy Mark Huffman

Shopping

VarageSale eradicates anonymity to make online buying, selling safer9/30/2016

The free app lets users buy and sell to verified, local members

Buying and selling items online may be simple, but most of us feel at least somewhat uncomfortable with the idea of meeting a stranger to complete the tran… continue readingBy Sarah D. Young

Scams

States slap retailer who hoodwinked military members9/30/2016

USA Discounters, Fletcher's Jewelers reach $95 million settlement

The attorneys general of 50 states and the District of Columbia have reached a $95.9 million settlement with USA Discounters over allegations that the comp… continue readingBy Truman Lewis

Automotive

Volvo reveals plan for its own self-driving vehicles9/30/2016

An autopilot feature will come as an option to individual customers at a cost of $10,000

Carmakers around the world are looking to get into the self-driving car market. The new technology is likely to be a game changer for the auto industry in… continue readingBy Christopher Maynard

Dangerous new scam targets children9/20/2016

Sextortion demands sex instead of money

Feds launch crackdown on mass mailing fraud schemes9/23/2016

Millions of elderly Americans have been duped by the schemes

Postcard from Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks9/23/2016

Wildfires, snow, bison, eagles -- it's all right there

Why you should feed your dog pumpkin9/23/2016

Cooked pumpkin contains vitamins and nutrients that can boost your dog's health

Accrediting agency for for-profit schools loses its accreditation9/23/2016

The agency will be permitted to continue operating while it appeals the decision

Topics to Explore

September 30, 2016

New California law protects surviving spouse from foreclosure9/30/2016

Previously, lenders were not required to even talk to surviving family members

Personal incomes rise in August, spending barely budges9/30/2016

The personal savings rate held steady

Pending home sales pull back in August9/30/2016

It's the third decline in four months

Model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90s and S90s recalled9/30/2016

The drain hose for the air conditioning may leak into the passenger compartment

Adams Farm Slaughterhouse recalls beef, veal and bison products9/30/2016

The products may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7

Subaru recalls Legacy and Outback vehicles9/30/2016

The windshield wiper motor may overheat and the bottom cover may melt

Model year 2016 Toyota Prius vehicles recalled9/30/2016

The front passenger air bag may inflate unintentionally

Walmart recalls tripod stools9/30/2016

The plastic collar that connects the three legs can break

Pleasant Valley recalls T@B travel trailers9/30/2016

A rubber gas hose in the refrigerator compartment can rub against the refrigerator fins

September 29, 2016

Feds warn of safety issues with Samsung washing machines9/29/2016

Top-loading, high-efficiency machines can shake themselves to pieces during the spin cycle

Wells Fargo under siege as anger of scandal grows9/29/2016

California hits the bank where it hurts

Money 101: how to start saving9/29/2016

Can you still save while paying off debt?

Kids can chat safely on Jet.me: a social network just for kids9/29/2016

What parents will love about this COPPA-compliant messaging platform

Americans' diet improves, sort of9/29/2016

A new report finds Americans are still eating too much, and too much of the wrong things

Survey shows some consumers are already shopping for the holidays9/29/2016

Others are annoyed that the holiday season is starting so early

Ibuprofen, other common painkillers, linked to heart failure9/29/2016

Largest-ever study of its kind confirms the risk of commonly use painkillers

Generation X increasingly worried about retirement9/29/2016

Bad timing has affected members' ability to save

How to keep your dog safe and happy this Halloween9/29/2016

Avoid a Halloween health scare by following these tips

Aetna reveals plan to subsidize cost of an Apple Watch for some customers and employees9/29/2016

The health insurance company's partnership with Apple has already spawned many coming initiatives

Why OPEC's oil cap could be good news for America9/29/2016

Gas prices aren't going back to $3 a gallon anytime soon

A little more oomph for the U.S. economy9/29/2016

Initial jobless claims inched higher last week

Winnebago recalls Winnebago Journey and Forza, Itasca Solei and Meridian motor homes9/29/2016

The sway bar may detach from the axle, affecting handling

Forest River recalls Surveyor recreational trailers9/29/2016

The tires and rims may not match the information listed on the federal placard

Advanced Sports International recalls bicycles9/29/2016

The top clamp of the seat post can crack

BMW recalls M2 Coupes, M3 Sedans, and M4 Coupes and Convertibles9/29/2016

Some parts may have been reused instead of replaced during servicing

SmartPool recalls pool alarms9/29/2016

The ON/OFF activation switch on the pool alarm is reversed

Chrysler recalls model year 2016 Fiat 500s9/29/2016

Tire inflation pressure for the spare tire is listed incorrectly

Wattie’s canned spaghetti with sausage recalled9/29/2016

The product was not presented at the U.S. point of entry for inspection

September 28, 2016

Wells Fargo CEO to forfeit $41 million and forgo salary during company investigation9/28/2016

While it's a step in the right direction, lawmakers are still not satisfied

Money 101: managing income and expenses9/28/2016

Making out a budget is a key step in controlling your finances

LendUp promises better credit, cheaper loans but feds say it doesn't deliver9/28/2016

The company has been ordered to pay more than $3.6 million in penalties

CarbonCounter app lets you see the environmental impact of your car9/28/2016

Low carbon emissions cars aren't as expensive as you might think

Google adds incognito mode to its iOS app9/28/2016

It gives users the same privacy shield they can get in the Chrome browser

How to protect yourself and your pets from rabid wildlife9/28/2016

It's World Rabies Day -- here's how to keep from being infected

A number of low-cost auto leases currently available9/28/2016

Just make sure leasing works for you before jumping at a low monthly payment

Researchers claim bias in industry-backed artificial sweetener studies9/28/2016

Study points finger at reviewers with alleged conflicts of interest

Researchers discover possible cause of Crohn's disease9/28/2016

Their study reveals that a fungus may play a key role

Payday lenders, critics, wage fierce battle over proposed regulation9/28/2016

Consumer Fiancial Protection Bureau's proposed rule drawing record comments

New Buick SUV takes top IIHS safety award9/28/2016

It's the first Chinese-built vehicle that IIHS has tested

Mortgage applications post second consecutive decline9/28/2016

Contract interest rates were lower as well

Jayco recalls Octane Super Lite travel trailers9/28/2016

Labels on the vehicles have incorrect tire load range and tire pressure information

Waymouth Farms recalls Good Sense Cranberries ‘N More9/28/2016

The product contains pecans, walnuts, wheat, milk and soy, allergens not declared on the label

Allegro motorhomes recalled9/28/2016

The tow hitch may have an incorrect weight capacity sticker

GTHI recalls ice tools9/28/2016

The head of the ice tool can detach from the shaft

RFG Canada recalls meat and poultry pizza products9/28/2016

The imported products were not inspected prior to U.S. entry

Honda recalls Grom 125 and NSS300 & NSS300A motorcycles9/28/2016

The fuel pump impeller may seize, causing a stall

September 27, 2016

Actors' ages become protected information in California9/27/2016

A new state law requires content providers to take down age information in some circumstances

Money 101: living below your means9/27/2016

A thrifty lifestyle will put money in the bank

Uber offers gift cards for its ride-sharing service9/27/2016

Consumers can buy them online or at Walmart locations nationwide

Combating fall allergy symptoms in kids9/27/2016

What parents can do to keep sniffles and sneezes at bay

Why your diet usually fails9/27/2016

Nutrition author says eating healthy food is key to battling obesity

What costumes will be most popular this Halloween?9/27/2016

From Pokémon Go to the election, pop culture expected to dominate costume choices

U.S. weighs how big a fine Volkswagen can stand9/27/2016

The automaker's Audi brand may be dragged into the diesel scandal, reports say

The question you didn't hear asked at last night's debate9/27/2016

AARP pushes candidates to talk about Social Security

Gasoline prices hold at $2.21 a gallon9/27/2016

Prices at the pump are showing remarkable stability

Trump the candidate may win but Trump the brand is losing9/27/2016

Whatever the voters decide, necktie sales may suffer

Another month of rising consumer confidence9/27/2016

Consumers seem bullish on the present and the future

A slowdown in home price gains9/27/2016

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Index is close to a record high

502 Boundary Blvd. recalls Black Forest Ham products9/27/2016

The products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials

Volkswagen recalls model year 2017 Audi Q7s9/27/2016

The third row seat back may move forward under conditions

Apple Tree Goat Dairy recalls four goat cheeses9/27/2016

The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Goodyear recalls G399A LHS tires9/27/2016

The tire tread my separate while in use

Lenny Lamb infant carriers recalled9/27/2016

The internal stitching on the infant carrier is missing

Speedy Foods recalls chicken spring rolls9/27/2016

The product contains eggs, an allergen not declared on the label

September 26, 2016

Samsung Galaxy customers heating up over phone exchange9/26/2016

Like most recalls, this one is full of exceptions, misunderstanding, and confusion

Money 101: managing credit cards9/26/2016

Experts offer tips for staying out of trouble

How having a happy spouse can lead to greater health benefits9/26/2016

Researchers cite reduced stress as a primary factor

What did Yahoo know about the huge security breach -- and when?9/26/2016

Federal law requires public companies to promptly disclose 'material events'

Kids who learn to garden become adults who eat more veggies, study finds9/26/2016

Here are some things parents can do to get kids excited about gardening

Google's self-driving car involved in accident9/26/2016

Another driver ran a red light and collided with the vehicle

Court finds Grey Defence doesn't defend against gray hair9/26/2016

The court ordered the company to stop making claims that aren't supported by scientific evidence

'Gig' employment becoming the new normal9/26/2016

Report says employers spent nearly $800 billion on contract workers last year

Wells Fargo employees sue, saying they are 'biggest victims' of fraud9/26/2016

The employees say they were driven to the 'breaking point' by pressure to open new accounts

New rule could curb oil speculators9/26/2016

Fed proposal could make gas prices less volatile in the future

Beware the Hotwire travel scam9/26/2016

Travel deal site warns consumers that scammers are using its name

West Elm aims to fuel growth by launching a hotel chain9/26/2016

Rooms will be staged with West Elm furniture and decor

Cadillac's new SUV earns top IIHS safety award9/26/2016

The vehicle performed well in all five safety tests

An August drop for sales of new homes9/26/2016

Housing prices were mixed

Kellogg’s Eggo Nutri-Grain Whole Wheat Waffles recalled9/26/2016

The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Mei Shun Noodle recalls rice noodles9/26/2016

The product may contain dried, salted shrimp and soy, allergens not declared on the label

General Motors recalls Cadillac CT6 vehicles9/26/2016

The seat belt webbing may detach from the seat anchor

Denon recalls rechargeable battery packs9/26/2016

The battery can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazards

Model year 2010-2013 Audi A8s recalled9/26/2016

Coolant may enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or an engine stall

Ferrara Candy recalls Brach's Almond Supremes9/26/2016

The product contains peanuts and wheat, allergens not declared on the label

September 23, 2016

Postcard from Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks9/23/2016

Wildfires, snow, bison, eagles -- it's all right there

Feds launch crackdown on mass mailing fraud schemes9/23/2016

Millions of elderly Americans have been duped by the schemes

EpiPen price hearing satisfies few, settles little9/23/2016

Consumer group Public Citizen is not satisfied with the CEO's explanation

McDonald's looks to test new breakfast Happy Meals9/23/2016

If approved, it would be the first change to Happy Meals in over 30 years

Getting your garden ready for fall9/23/2016

Cool weather plants that can keep the color in your garden

Accrediting agency for for-profit schools loses its accreditation9/23/2016

The agency will be permitted to continue operating while it appeals the decision

Rents no longer rising as much as they were9/23/2016

Zillow reports rents rose 1.7% compared to 5% for home prices

Why you should feed your dog pumpkin9/23/2016

Cooked pumpkin contains vitamins and nutrients that can boost your dog's health

Consumers predicted to spend $8.4 billion for Halloween this year9/23/2016

It is the highest estimate in the 11-year history of the NRF survey

States sue maker of opioid treatment drug9/23/2016

Complaint says Indivior engaged in anti-competitive behavior

Yet another food marketing label to watch out for9/23/2016

You may begin to see premium-priced produce labeled "from preserved farmland"

Krishna Food recalls Bikaji Chowpati Bhelpuri9/23/2016

Tests found some of the product contaminated with Salmonella

September 22, 2016

Yahoo confirms massive data breach of 500 million accounts9/22/2016

'State-sponsored actor' suspected, users asked to change passwords

AT&T's streaming version of DirecTV to debut later this year9/22/2016

The cost of the data will be included in the service for AT&T Wireless customers

How to get your resume noticed for the right reasons9/22/2016

Lead with your skills and tailor it to the specific job

How the Recession has impacted the Millennial mindset9/22/2016

Millennials are hard workers, but they're risk-averse in their careers

Tesla sues Michigan for right to sell cars to its consumers9/22/2016

The company says its efforts to open a dealership in the state have been barred by state officials

Charter following Comcast into the wireless business9/22/2016

Charter will resell Verizon spectrum and use its own Wi-Fi hotspot network

The high cost of being un-banked9/22/2016

Consumers may think they're saving, but a NerdWallet study says they aren't

Forgoing the fitness tracker may help you lose more weight9/22/2016

Activity monitor users tend to lose less weight, study finds

NutraClick ordered to change billing procedures9/22/2016

The supplement marketer was the subject of more than 70,000 complaints

Rare polio-like illness suddenly striking children9/22/2016

The CDC reports 32 children were stricken in first seven months of 2016

Blue Bell recalls chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream9/22/2016

The ice cream may be contaminated with Listeria, which is potentially deadly

Existing homes sales fall again in August9/22/2016

Realtors worry that lack of inventory is distorting the market

Denon HEOS 1 battery packs recalled9/22/2016

The battery can overheat and cause a fire

Yahoo to announce details of massive data breach9/22/2016

The breach may involve the release of information on up to 200 million user accounts

Lenny Lamb infant carriers recalled9/22/2016

Missing stitching could cause the infant to fall

September 21, 2016

Comcast tip-toes into the wireless business9/21/2016

It plans to rent space from Verizon and use its Wi-Fi hotspot network

Consumers should be skeptical of 'best prices' provided by Amazon, report says9/21/2016

Items bought directly through Amazon don't include shipping costs, while those purchased from non-affiliated third parties do

Google's new messaging app, Allo, may be smarter than you are9/21/2016

It's not just a smarter Siri, Allo will actually do the thinking for you

Replacement Galaxy Note 7 phones now available9/21/2016

A half-million replacement phones have been shipped to retailers

CEOs face tough questioning in Congress9/21/2016

Wells Fargo and Mylan are feeling the heat

Consumers report bugs with new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus9/21/2016

Users say that they have faced service disruptions and lost control of the device when using the new Lightning EarPods

The right way to introduce a new pet to an existing pet9/21/2016

Keep animals calm by planning a gradual introduction

Study finds high levels of toxic chemicals in household dust9/21/2016

Phthalates, phenols, and flame retardants linked to serious health problems

Subprime borrowers increase credit access9/21/2016

Experian report also shows delinquency rate is down sharply over five years

What are parents searching for in a family vehicle?9/21/2016

Cars are the new family room, survey suggests

How to select the best credit card9/21/2016

Money magazine consults with NerdWallet to offer the top picks

Chrysler Pacifica earns top IIHS safety award9/21/2016

It's the first minivan to do so

Mortgage applications post first decline in four weeks9/21/2016

Contract interest rates were mostly higher

Hyundai recalls model year 2016 Sonatas9/21/2016

The driver-side front air bag that may not adequately protect the driver's neck from injury

Big 5 Sporting Goods recalls bungee chairs9/21/2016

The chair rivets can break, posing a fall hazard

Ford recalls Escape Titanium and SE vehicles9/21/2016

The windows may close on an object such as a body part before the windows auto-reverse

Evolve 3-in-1 Combination Booster Seats recalled9/21/2016

The child in the seat can loosen the harness without the caregiver's knowledge.

Censea recalls shrimp product9/21/2016

The product may be contaminated with Salmonella

Land Rover recalls Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles9/21/2016

The transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral

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How to pack food for your airline flight

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The bank did not grant servicemembers the rights they are entitled to under federal law

Should you be paying with a cash-back credit card?9/30/2016

If you have the discipline to pay the bill in full each month, it will pay off

Claim: former Corinthian students hounded for student loans they don't owe9/30/2016

Sen. Warren blasts Department of Education for its role

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VarageSale eradicates anonymity to make online buying, selling safer9/30/2016

The free app lets users buy and sell to verified, local members

States slap retailer who hoodwinked military members9/30/2016

USA Discounters, Fletcher's Jewelers reach $95 million settlement

Volvo reveals plan for its own self-driving vehicles9/30/2016

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Top News

Dangerous new scam targets children9/20/2016

Feds launch crackdown on mass mailing fraud schemes9/23/2016

Postcard from Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks9/23/2016

Why you should feed your dog pumpkin9/23/2016

Accrediting agency for for-profit schools loses its accreditation9/23/2016

September 30, 2016

New California law protects surviving spouse from foreclosure9/30/2016

Personal incomes rise in August, spending barely budges9/30/2016

Pending home sales pull back in August9/30/2016

Model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90s and S90s recalled9/30/2016

Adams Farm Slaughterhouse recalls beef, veal and bison products9/30/2016

Subaru recalls Legacy and Outback vehicles9/30/2016

Model year 2016 Toyota Prius vehicles recalled9/30/2016

Walmart recalls tripod stools9/30/2016

Pleasant Valley recalls T@B travel trailers9/30/2016

September 29, 2016

Feds warn of safety issues with Samsung washing machines9/29/2016

Wells Fargo under siege as anger of scandal grows9/29/2016

Money 101: how to start saving9/29/2016

Kids can chat safely on Jet.me: a social network just for kids9/29/2016

Americans' diet improves, sort of9/29/2016

Survey shows some consumers are already shopping for the holidays9/29/2016

Ibuprofen, other common painkillers, linked to heart failure9/29/2016

Generation X increasingly worried about retirement9/29/2016

How to keep your dog safe and happy this Halloween9/29/2016

Aetna reveals plan to subsidize cost of an Apple Watch for some customers and employees9/29/2016

Why OPEC's oil cap could be good news for America9/29/2016

A little more oomph for the U.S. economy9/29/2016

Winnebago recalls Winnebago Journey and Forza, Itasca Solei and Meridian motor homes9/29/2016

Forest River recalls Surveyor recreational trailers9/29/2016

Advanced Sports International recalls bicycles9/29/2016

BMW recalls M2 Coupes, M3 Sedans, and M4 Coupes and Convertibles9/29/2016

SmartPool recalls pool alarms9/29/2016

Chrysler recalls model year 2016 Fiat 500s9/29/2016

Wattie’s canned spaghetti with sausage recalled9/29/2016

September 28, 2016

Wells Fargo CEO to forfeit $41 million and forgo salary during company investigation9/28/2016

Money 101: managing income and expenses9/28/2016

LendUp promises better credit, cheaper loans but feds say it doesn't deliver9/28/2016

CarbonCounter app lets you see the environmental impact of your car9/28/2016

Google adds incognito mode to its iOS app9/28/2016

How to protect yourself and your pets from rabid wildlife9/28/2016

A number of low-cost auto leases currently available9/28/2016

Researchers claim bias in industry-backed artificial sweetener studies9/28/2016

Researchers discover possible cause of Crohn's disease9/28/2016

Payday lenders, critics, wage fierce battle over proposed regulation9/28/2016

New Buick SUV takes top IIHS safety award9/28/2016

Mortgage applications post second consecutive decline9/28/2016

Jayco recalls Octane Super Lite travel trailers9/28/2016

Waymouth Farms recalls Good Sense Cranberries ‘N More9/28/2016

Allegro motorhomes recalled9/28/2016

GTHI recalls ice tools9/28/2016

RFG Canada recalls meat and poultry pizza products9/28/2016

Honda recalls Grom 125 and NSS300 & NSS300A motorcycles9/28/2016

September 27, 2016

Actors' ages become protected information in California9/27/2016

Money 101: living below your means9/27/2016

Uber offers gift cards for its ride-sharing service9/27/2016

Combating fall allergy symptoms in kids9/27/2016

Why your diet usually fails9/27/2016