Would you rather get a good deal on a new car that's built on a seven-year-old design, or would you prefer to wait for the sparkly, contemporary version, which should age a bit slower?
Would you rather get a good deal on a new car that's built on a seven-year-old design, or would you prefer to wait for the sparkly, contemporary version, which should age a bit slower?
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
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As families get ready to watch the Super Bowl this weekend, what else will they see besides touchdowns and field goals?
Ads promoting alcohol and other products geared toward an older audience.
Christy Buchanan, professor of psychology at Wake Forest University and an expert on parent-child relationships, says parents shouldn't squirm on the couch until each round of beer ads is over, but should take action. They can turn uncomfortable moments in front of the TV into "values moments" with their children.
"It is important for parents to address issues and share their values," says Buchanan, "So, when beer commercials come on, talk about your views on drinking. There are so many societal messages that say 'drinking makes life fun.' This is a parent's opportunity to say what they think and start a discussion."
Pro football is by far the most popular sport to watch among kids; 66% of kids ages 7-11 say they watch pro football on television. A study by the non-profit group Common Sense Media reviewed nearly 6,000 commercials in 60 NFL games in a recent NFL season and found the following:
300 of the ads were for alcohol
40% of the games included advertisements for erectile-dysfunction drugs
500 of the advertisements involved significant levels of violence, including gun fights, explosions, and murders
80 of the advertisements involved significant levels of sexuality, including scenes about prostitution and strippers
Buchanan offers the following tips to parents trying to figure out what to do when a kindergartner asks, "What is Viagra?" or a teenager comments on how much fun people are having in a beer commercial:
Take a "values moment" -- Leave the TV on, but talk about family values. For older children (middle school age and up), use the opportunity to engage children in conversation, particularly about issues such as drinking.
Ask children what they think about what they are seeing or hearing, then respond to their perceptions and reactions.
Switch channels and find another show -- For younger children, hit the previous channel button to Animal Planet or "Sponge Bob" on the remote control. Go back to the game in two minutes.
Mute the TV -- Without the sound, commercials lose a lot of their impact. Use this time to talk about what's happening in the game.
"I do think that doing things like the Super Bowl can be 'family bonding' events despite the commercials," Buchanan says.
Hey, sports fans: It doesn't matter if your team wins or loses, just as long as the game is a down-to-the-wire nail-biter, with heroes to laud and villains to loathe.
Hey, sports fans: It doesn't matter if your team wins or loses, just as long as the game is a down-to-the-wire nail-biter, with heroes to laud and villains to loathe.
Super Bowl party hosts and guests are ready for some football. But they also need to get ready to fight the temptation to eat and drink too much while watching the game, an expert warns.
Super Bowl party hosts and guests are ready for some football. But they also need to get ready to fight the temptation to eat and drink too much while watching the game, an expert warns.
Double down on your football diet with these second-screen apps for turning your phone or tablet into a command center for stats, virtual gambling and even trash talk.
Double down on your football diet with these second-screen apps for turning your phone or tablet into a command center for stats, virtual gambling and even trash talk.
Super Bowl Sunday is a day of fun, football and of course, snacking. But why not splurge with alternatives that taste just as good, with less fat and calories?
Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest eating day of the year! You can enjoy all of your favorite foods without ruining your diet by making some simple substitutions.
What's Cooking Now celebrates viewer-submitted recipes, with a different theme each week. This week's offerings feature great ways to enjoy your favorite Super Bowl party food without adding on the pounds.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:28:19 GMT
A woman is dead in Isabella County after an early morning rollover crash. It happened around 5:30 a.m. on East Weidman Road near North Lincoln in Isabella Township. The car rolled, throwing the passenger
A woman is dead in Isabella County after an early morning rollover crash. It happened around 5:30 a.m. on East Weidman Road near North Lincoln in Isabella Township. The car rolled, throwing the passenger
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:30:58 GMT
Isabella County deputies arrested a man accused of drunk driving and breaking into a home early Saturday morning in Gilmore Township. The owner of the home told police she locked herself, along with
Isabella County deputies arrested a man accused of drunk driving and breaking into a home early Saturday morning in Gilmore Township. The owner of the home told police she locked herself, along with...
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:45:04 GMT
Police are trying to find out who broke into a Cheboygan county high school.Last night, police say someone broke into Wolverine High School and stole candy and food items.A window was also broken and rooms
Police are trying to find out who broke into a Cheboygan county high school.Last night, police say someone broke into Wolverine High School and stole candy and food items.A window was also broken and rooms
It's all about the odds, and one lone ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching each of the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials...
Some lucky person walked into a Publix supermarket in suburban Florida over the past few days and bought a ticket now worth an estimated $590.5 million - the highest Powerball jackpot in history.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:27:39 GMT
Police have made an arrest in connection to another man's drug overdose. An investigation began after a 23 year old Benzie county man overdosed on heroin. Police then searched a home in Benzonia Township
Police have made an arrest in connection to another man's drug overdose. An investigation began after a 23 year old Benzie county man overdosed on heroin. Police then searched a home in Benzonia Township
Friday, May 17 2013 1:37 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:37:44 GMT
Low-flying helicopters are expected to be seen throughout northern Michigan this month. The helicopters are part of a power line inspection effort through an electricity transmission company, ITC Michigan.
Low-flying helicopters are expected to be seen throughout northern Michigan this month. The helicopters are part of a power line inspection effort through an electricity transmission company, ITC Michigan.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:13:03 GMT
Police responded to more dumpster fires near Mount Pleasant. Troopers say they arrested a man accused of starting a fire Friday night at the Deerfield Village Apartment Complex in Union Township. The
Police responded to more dumpster fires near Mount Pleasant. Troopers say they arrested a man accused of starting a fire Friday night at the Deerfield Village Apartment Complex in Union Township.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:25:40 GMT
Today hundreds of people had the chance to shop for a good cause. The Father Fred Foundation in Traverse City held its annual Spring Garage Sale. People lined the streets early this morning to get a
Today hundreds of people had the chance to shop for a good cause. The Father Fred Foundation in Traverse City held its annual Spring Garage Sale. People lined the streets early this morning to get a
Lottery officials have announced winning numbers in a near-historic Powerball jackpot.
A lottery official says 1 winning ticket has been sold in Florida for a record Powerball jackpot of more than $590 million.
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