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Expensive HDMI cables aren't worth the extra bucks
Monday, October 31, 2011, 12:15 PM    2
The holiday shopping season is about to hit full swing over the next few weeks, but if you're out to buy a new TV, be careful when it comes to buying high-cost accessories for it. You might not need to spend big bucks to get high quality -- especially when it comes to the HDMI cable.
Cashing in at the gym
Thursday, October 27, 2011, 12:10 PM
About a year ago, I was working on my first story for Marketplace. It was the "Big Gym Ripoff," an investigation of the fitness club industry.
Study fuels concerns Yaz and Yasmin increases risk of blood clots
Wednesday, October 26, 2011, 12:58 PM
Certain oral contraceptives are more likely to cause serious blood clots than others, a new study confirms.
Incredible Shrinking Product: PC Just Peanuts peanut butter
Thursday, October 20, 2011, 9:40 PM    3
You may notice PC Just Peanuts brand peanut butter feels a bit lighter lately. No, it's not a new formula -- but a size reduction from 1kg to 750g. Check out the photo evidence:
Cellphone radiation levels exceed 'safe' limits for adults and children: study
Monday, October 17, 2011, 10:21 AM
A new study on cellphone safety has found that carrying a phone in a shirt or pants pocket exceeds radiation exposure guidelines spelled out by the the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and that children absorb twice as much cellphone radiation as adults.
Weight-loss doctor Bernstein tries to protect 'secret' formula in civil trial
Friday, October 7, 2011, 12:05 PM
Remember Dr. Stanley Bernstein? The weight-loss doctor is in the news, as he's in the midst of a court battle with a former partner, and is suing for more than $10 million. As part of the court hearings, Bernstein wants to keep the public out of the civil trial, which could have major repercussions for open courts.
Canada to limit caffeine sold in energy drinks
Thursday, October 6, 2011, 5:49 PM
The federal government is putting limits on the amount of caffeine allowed in energy drinks. Health minister Leona Aglukkaq announced today that Health Canada will not allow more than 180 milligrams of caffeine per serving -- far higher than the 80 milligrams recommended by a panel of health experts convened to advise the health regulator.
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