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Auto review: Mazda's CX-30: Crossover has puzzling name, but it's fun to drive
Mazda's lineup of hatchbacks and crossover SUVs keeps growing, with the latest entry a subcompact crossover curiously ... Read More
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Auto review: 2021 Mercedes GLA250 is a good small SUV, but is that good enough?
There may be no vehicle more perfectly poised at the intersection of Mercedes-Benz's past and future than the 2021 GLA250 4Matic small SUV.
Small, advanced and pricey, the GLA250 embodies luxury brands' late 20th Century ...Read more
Auto review: The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is fine, as long as you're not in a hurry
Well, this is a tough spot.
The feds are imposing tough EPA mandates for automakers to maximize fuel economy at a time when gas prices are cheaper than they were in the 1960s when adjusted for inflation. Yet given the ...Read more
Watch: Georgia food writer creates chipmunk restaurant on front porch
(UPI) A Georgia food writer who missed visiting restaurants amid the COVID-19 pandemic found a unique way to bring the experience home: creating a miniature eatery for a chipmunk that frequents her front porch.
Angela ...Read more
Your next vehicle might cost more. Here's why
LIVONIA, Mich. — When automakers resumed production of vehicles following the initial shutdown amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, they revved up generous incentives for buyers akin to those seen during previous ...Read more
London cathedral live streams memorial for beloved stray cat
(UPI) A beloved stray cat that made London's Southwark Cathedral her home for 12 years was memorialized in a special service hosted by the cathedral's dean on live stream.
Andrew Nunn, the dean of Southwark Cathedral, ...Read more
Taking the Kids: Planning for ski season during the pandemic
As if family trips to the snow aren’t difficult enough! All of the gear, the risk of bad weather, getting kids to and from ski school on time, and planning meals.
Having raised three snow-loving kids, I can honestly say...Read more
Ford to reveal all-new electric Transit van Nov. 12
DETROIT — Ford Motor Co., marking another step forward in its goal of electrifying its most iconic nameplates, will reveal on Nov. 12 the all-new E-Transit, the fully battery-electric version of the best-selling Transit ...Read more
McDonald's HQ sells for more than $412 million, a record for Chicago's Fulton Market district
CHICAGO — McDonald's headquarters building has sold for more than $412 million, in the highest-price property sale ever in Chicago's Fulton Market district.
The sale of the building at 110 N. Carpenter St. was completed...Read more
Real estate brokerage CBRE moves headquarters from Los Angeles to Dallas
LOS ANGELES — CBRE Group, the country's largest commercial real estate services company, said Thursday that it has moved its headquarters from Los Angeles to Dallas.
The international business has more than 100,000 ...Read more
Arianne Cohen: Why you shouldn't think of a home as an investment
As investments go, the home you live in is likely a bad one.
"From a rate of return standpoint, your primary residence tends to only appreciate a little bit faster than the rate of inflation," says Greg McBride, chief ...Read more
Real estate Q&A: Can HOA fine me for removing 'Wear Your Mask' signs?
Q: My condo association is fining me for flier removal and vandalism. They are accusing me of removing "Wear Your Mask" signs from our building's main doors. I looked through our condo rules and documents and found nothing...Read more
Here's How: Cover and Hide Ceiling Damage With a Dropped Ceiling
Dear James: The ceiling in my study was damaged by a roof leak. I plan to convert it into a home theater with a dropped ceiling. Is this a good choice for the best media sound? -- Alan H.
Dear Alan: Before making any ...Read more
On Gardening: Lantanas lead fall garden fest celebration
If the plant world celebrated Oktoberfest, lantanas would be front and center leading the party. As far as The Garden Guy is concerned, it could be a fall lantana fest.
Now don't get me wrong they were among the toughest,...Read more
Savor these stake cubes glazed with garlicky sauce
Juicy steak bites top noodles and spinach for this quick and tasty bowl dinner. Steak plays an important role in Korean cooking. Here steak cubes are coated with a garlicky sauce glaze.
Noodles are another staple. There ...Read more
Everyday Cheapskate: The Miracle of Compounding Interest
Recently, I heard from Mimi K. in Mississippi, who wanted to know of a way to teach her children about the principle of compounding interest. Her question reminded me of a story I learned from my colleague Alvin Danenberg ...Read more
Susan Tompor: US economy to deliver record 3rd quarter — but spiking COVID-19 cases could bring slump
The U.S. economic scorecard is set to post one mind-blowing grand slam Thursday for record growth in the third quarter. But, like much of 2020, don't be shocked if the economic bump reverts into yet another slump.
Worries...Read more
Ford Motor Co. reports $2.4 billion net income in third quarter
DETROIT — Ford Motor Co., fresh with new leadership and touting an upcoming lineup of hot new vehicles, reported a $2.4 billion net income Wednesday for the third quarter of the year, an improvement of $2.0 billion from ...Read more
The Greener View: Fishpond
Q: The water in my goldfish pond has turned a very dark brown color. What can I do to filter it out?
A: Is the water tea-colored but clear, or is it cloudy and brown? The coloring comes from tannins. The breakdown of ...Read more
Ex-etiquette: Seeking equal custody
Q. All I want is to be part of my daughter's life 50/50, but every time we go to court they just ask her stepmom, who is her attorney, and my ex-spouse, and both say no, so nothing different happens. What's good ex-...Read more
Motormouth: Don't worry about the tires
Q: I bought a 2020 Subaru Forester about three months ago. Falken tires came standard. Not knowing anything about this brand (I'm not sure if I had ever heard of this brand before), I stopped at an independent tire shop ...Read more
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