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TCD TIPS

There are plenty of actions you can take to lower your home's energy bills — without breaking the bank or launching into a remodeling project.

TCD 101

These 8 simple swaps could slash your energy bills by hundreds of dollars — and it's easier than ever to make them

Home

What should you keep in a wildfire 'go bag' in case of emergency? This checklist can help you pack

Outdoors

Here are the best ways to help victims of the Southern California wildfires

Home

Homeowner shares astonishing energy bill savings after switching to LED lightbulbs: 'Totally lived up to the hype'

Tech

This highly intelligent water heater can save you from cold showers — and your wallet from skyrocketing energy bills

Home

The government has already paid homeowners over $3 billion for new insulation — here's how you can pocket cash to upgrade your home

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COOL BRANDS

"This is the beginning of a new era of travel."

Business

Delta announces innovative plans for its next 100 years of air travel: 'Woven into every decision that we make'

This a significant step for battery-supported induction technology.

Business

This startup has a secret weapon that could save you thousands for your kitchen: 'Gives you that magic ... without having to upgrade your whole home's [system]'

Tech

New technology gives us a look into the future of homes and transportation: 'No longer science fiction'

LATEST STORIES

"It's awesome, and we are now buying the whole ecosystem."

Home

Homeowners debate best tools for this tedious yard task: 'Good riddance'

"The shift ... reflects an industry-wide transition."

Business

Innovative packaging is revolutionizing pharmaceuticals: 'Contract packaging organizations [are] leading the way'

"My 80-year-old mom swears by it!"

Home

Gardener shares how ancient technique can save your tomatoes from pests: 'It will eat up your entire tomato plant'

Business

Residents object to state's effort to attract new industry: 'You can hear it in the mornings'

"They're going to get him in a bin, get him off the island, and then we'll get him into a warm, warm car."

Outdoors

Experts struggle to rescue wildlife following disaster in US river: 'The health of this river is ... a problem'

"No, this will just be a headache in the making."

Home

DIY landscaper raises serious concerns over choice for new playground: 'A nightmare for your future self'

"Even the pups know this isn't right!"

Outdoors

Disturbing video of dog owners in national park sparks outrage: 'This is beyond wrong'

This lack of transparency keeps people in the dark about the true impact of AI.

Business

Report uncovers disturbing secret tech companies are keeping about artificial intelligence: 'The trend … is worrying'

"At this stage I also suggest covering your pot with some cling film to keep the moisture in and facilitate the process."

Home

Gardener shares hack to grow unlimited strawberries using your scraps: 'Infinite strawberry glitch'

"It really works."

Home

Home expert shares trick for making affordable wood cleaner at home: 'Works like a charm!'

Home

Dumpster diver scores big with 'perfect condition' items in local dumpster: 'Nice find'

The new bio-material could change the construction industry.

Tech

Researchers develop cutting-edge method to build homes for the future: 'We hope to develop one of these paths'

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