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  Walking the walk to test the best pedometers

  Consumer Reports just tested a handful of popular pedometers, GPS watches and cell phone apps that claim to measure steps and distance through movement - for as low as $3. 1

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  High tech help for aging seniors

  Many adult children take on the responsibility of caring for aging parents, and there’s a lot of technology out there to help them stay connected. The only problem is many seniors are intimidated to use it. 2 1

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  Dangerous bacteria found in ground turkey

  Many people are using ground turkey as an alternative to beef, but a just-released Consumer Reports investigation revealed it could also be a breeding ground for antibiotic-resistant bacteria. 2 1

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  Will the HST factor into how people vote in B.C.?

  Budget deficits, job creation and fracking are key issues in the 2013 B.C. provincial election campaign, but many say the highly contentious HST will still play a role in voters’ decisions as they head to the polls. 12 1

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  How fair are fare evasion fines?

  Failing to stop for police, driving without insurance and driving through a red light are all serious offenses that carry a hefty fine, but you may be surprised to learn those fines are not as high as failing to pay your transit fare. 29 1

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  Does your vehicle registration put you at risk for identity theft?

  If a criminal gets their hands on key pieces of personal information they can use it to impersonate you or commit other crimes, but detailed information is required on many documents that could get into the wrong hands. 10

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  Buyers’ insurance policy protects homeowners from price drops

  Housing sales in Metro Vancouver have dropped this spring as many buyers hold off on purchasing a home for fear the prices will continue to drop. 20 1

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  Mother’s Day roses that last

  Flowers are a popular Mother’s Day gift, but it can be disappointing to spend your hard earned cash on roses for mom, only to have them wilt and die after a few days. 2 1

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  Is it worth trying to fix your cracked iPhone screen?

  Online do-it-yourself kits to repair a cracked iPhone screen can save you a costly visit to a repair service, but there are questions about how complicated the DIY process is. 4 1

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  Bike helmets you can really count on

  A helmet can be the difference between life and death in a bicycle crash. Consumer Reports just tested helmets to see which ones deliver the protection you can count on. 1

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  Angry customers launch class action lawsuit against Aeroplan

  A class action lawsuit is underway against Aeroplan to force the rewards program to reinstate lost points and compensate angry consumers who were shocked to discover their points had an expiry date. 1

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  Dark dining experience is enlightening

  Blind dining has become a hit in major cities like London, Paris and New York. Now, this unique dining experience has arrived in Vancouver. 1

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  Does the Schticky really clean in a jiffy?

  The "As Seen on TV" Schticky silicone roller promises to clean up dog and cat hair, lint, coins and crumbs, all in a jiffy. But does it really work? 1

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  Telus warning customers about vacation phone scam

  Telus is warning its customers in B.C. and Alberta about an increasing volume of vacation scam phone calls.

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  Creepy critter in packaged salad gives woman nasty surprise

  Amber Wuensche says she may never be able to eat another pre-packaged salad again after finding a large, black beetle scurrying inside. 27