Did you know your smart speaker has hidden super powers? Here’s one that can help you determine who’s responsible for household chores next. Plus, if you have a high efficiency washing machine, chances are your clothes have gotten tangled up in the wash. Here’s how to keep that from happening.

--EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Staying hydrated in a heat wave is import, but don’t waste your money on vitamin-fortified drinks you don’t need.-- It’s Monday, July twenty-second. Here’s today’s round-up of news and tips from Consumer Reports—the independent, non-profit organization people trust for ratings, reviews, and news. Today on C-R-dot-org: The best small vacuums for small spaces, and what you need to know if you’re thinking about buying an electric car.

With a heat wave bearing down on much of the country, here’s how to tell if you’re suffering from heat exhaustion and what to do about it.

If you’re heading overseas for vacation, it’s important to know what your health insurance policy does and doesn’t cover.

Scorching temperatures and high humidity can pose serious health risks. Here’s how to protect yourself during intense summertime conditions. Plus, these security measures can thwart hackers’ attempts to take over your phone and laptop cameras and microphones.

If your car’s engine fails while you’re driving, you’re at a higher risk of being in a crash. Here’s what to do if you end up stuck with a stalled car in moving traffic. Plus, how to protect yourself from Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

It's Amazon Prime Day. Here’s a tip for scoring sold out items. Plus, there are more cases of food poisoning in the summer. Can you guess why?

Want to avoid paying for services you won’t use at a hotel? Here’s one way to combat those extra and often hidden fees.

--EPISODE DESCRIPTION: It's summertime, which means more kids are flying solo to see family and friends. Here's how to ensure your child is prepared. -- It’s Thursday, July eleventh. Here’s today’s round-up of news and tips from Consumer Reports—the independent, non-profit organization people trust for ratings, reviews, and news. Today on C-R-dot-org: what you need to know about sleep apnea, and how flooded roads could be more dangerous than they seem.

When your neighbor’s tree comes crashing into your home, who’s on the hook for damages? Also, we have one way you can keep your energy costs down and stay cool at the same time.