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Not Even Counting Fees, Airfares Jump 20%

September 6th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


Don’t look now, but airfares are almost the highest they have been in a decade… and that is not even considering all the new fees. For more consumer news, visit Consumer World.

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Good Question: Why Aren’t People Joining Unions?

September 6th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


In rough economic times, you might expect workers to seek job security in a labor union. But that’s not happening. So why aren’t more people joining unions?

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Good To Know: How Much Does Happiness Cost?

September 6th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


We have heard our whole lives that money does not buy happiness. Well, the most ambitious scientific research study on the subject has just been completed. Don Shelby says we may have to make up a new adage.

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Finding Minnesota: Monkey In A Dryer

September 5th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


It’s Labor Day weekend and while many people will have the day off to relax, the day is really dedicated to the achievement of American workers.

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Ground Beef Outbreak Puts Focus On Meat Oversight

September 4th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


The first outbreak linked to a rare strain of E. coli in ground beef is prompting a fresh look at tougher regulations to protect the nation’s meat supply.

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‘Nice Ride’ Bike Sharing Expanding To N. Mpls.

September 4th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


Nice Ride, a bike sharing system in the downtown Minneapolis and University of Minnesota campus areas, is being expanded to the northern part of the city.

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Recall Roundup: Egg Noodles, Eggs, Dog Treats

September 4th, 2010 by ConsumerBob


Recalls have been announced on several products.

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Feds Descend On Egg Farms For 2nd Time

September 2nd, 2010 by ConsumerBob


Wright County Egg and Hillandale Farms, the two Iowa farms at the center of a salmonella outbreak and massive egg recall, have been visited by federal agents again.

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Local Woman Sues Over Massive Egg Recall

September 2nd, 2010 by ConsumerBob


A woman from Southern Minnesota is suing over the massive egg recall, after she got sick from tainted eggs.

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Target To Sell Gift Cards For Facebook Games

September 2nd, 2010 by ConsumerBob


Fans of games on Facebook will soon be able to buy gift cards for the games at Target stores.

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