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A promotional image for a Medicare kit labeled as a scam, featuring a bag with various hygiene items.

Tech

FTC complaints show 'MyChart Medicare Kit' phishing emails surging across the US

A leak coming from a crack in the ceiling.

Home

Homeowner says contractor flooded ceiling cavity, ruined insulation, then called leaks 'normal'

People handling solar panels.

Tech

France races to find a thin-film solar recycler before a 16,500-ton waste surge

A rental car service counter with people in line and a large sign displaying the word "dollar."

Business

Texas couple returned a Dollar car rental in New Mexico, then got a $3,656 bill for keeping it

A digital thermostat with a display and various buttons mounted on a textured wall.

Home

That old thermostat on your wall could contaminate an entire lake if trashed

A person washing lettuce.

Food

Review of nearly 50 studies finds a tap-water rinse can cut pesticide residue on produce

Here are 5 simple tips for keeping your pipes running efficiently without paying for maintenance.

Home

5 simple money-saving drain hacks to try before calling a plumber

Plug-in solar panels on a roof.

Home

California DIYer says $1,200 plug-in solar setup hits nearly 1,200W as bill awaits signature

Hands in gloves hold a pile of mulch while surrounded by more mulch on the ground.

Home

California wildfire survivors told to use organic mulch as El Niño raises flood, toxic runoff risks

A car parked beside two white Tesla Powerwall storage units and an electric vehicle charger on a wall.

Tech

Tesla owner gets free Powerwall 3 swap, learns second battery could still cost $700 to $1,000

A person uses a pressure gauge to check the air pressure of a car tire.

Business

Florida gas just surged 18 cents to $4.07, and these tips can trim your fuel bill

A series of electrical equipment and battery storage units mounted on a wall.

Home

Reddit users say a $50,000 off-grid budget may fall short of a 100-kWh battery bank