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15 Worst Things to Carry in Your Wallet | Members Only

"Thieves could take more than the cash in your wallet; they could profit from your stolen information," says Jon Clay, vice president of threat intelligence for Trend Micro. Here are 15 things you should remove from your wallet and store in a safe place.

Plus: New Laws Are Letting Banks Help Scam Victims

6 Sneaky Ways Retailers Get You to Spend More

From countdown clocks and product bundles to "buy one, get one" deals and email discount codes, online retailers use a variety of tactics to get you to splurge. Before you fall prey and bust your budget, take a look at six common tricks and traps — plus how to resist them.

Plus: Is 'Buy Now, Pay Later' a Better Way to Shop?

Insider Secrets From an Airline Pilot | Members Only

With more people on the move, flying presents increased obstacles. We turned to a veteran airline, corporate and general aviation pilot, Capt. John Cox, for answers from the cockpit, what to know inside the cabin and tips for minimizing air travel hassles. Read now.

Plus: How Can I Stay Safe From COVID During Holiday Travel? (Members Only)

How Does a Government Shutdown Affect Older Adults?

Much of the federal government will come to a halt unless Congress adopts a new federal budget or passes a short-term spending bill before the deadline. Find out what that could mean for tens of millions of Americans receiving benefits from Social Security, Medicare and more.

5 Ways to Slash Your Home’s Heating Bills

Keeping your energy costs manageable when the temperature drops doesn't require wearing three sweaters or installing a new heating system. Changes you can make to your home and daily habits at little or no cost could improve its energy efficiency and slash your heating bills by 20% or more. See the list.

What Causes Unexplained Weight Gain?

Being at a higher-than-healthy weight raises the risk of a wide range of health problems, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, some cancers, sexual dysfunction and mental health issues. View our guide to some of the sudden — or at least sneaky — ways we can put on pounds.

How to Manage Mourning a Loss Before It Happens

Anticipatory grief can be healthy if managed well, allowing you to face fears and finish any unfinished business. But when chronic or uncontrollable, it can be harmful to day-to-day functioning. Here's how to successfully prepare for a situation that you may wish would go away but won't.

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