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July 3, 2009
  News from ConsumerReports.org
Clever e-mail scam: Someone bought this in your name          Families and fireworks: Stay safe this 4th of July          American Personal Picks: July 4th Edition          Buzzword: Power Factor          Questions of Health - from Consumer Reports          Aqua Leisure recalls more than 4 million baby floats          Simplicty cribs recalled long after troubled company ceases operation          By the Numbers: What’s the difference between          Cash for Clunkers not ready yet          Waterproof cameras: A tidal wave of new models          Fourth of July Grilling: Find a great deal, then become a master griller          French fries—minus a little guilt          SEC says 'free' lunches cost investors dearly          How to buy a used bike          What should Government Motors (GM) build?          Tip of the Day: Wear sunscreen whenever you do outdoor work          Health Weekender: It’s 4th of July—have fun, keep your food safe          Some summery traditions can be a dog's pet peeve          Q&A: Should you apply sunscreen to your eyelids?         

  Products & green ratings

Appliances
Washers / Dryers: Green buying guide 5/09, Central air installation tips 1/08, Garbage disposers: Green buying guide 4/05, More

Cars
Top Pick 2008: Green Car 3/08, A greener Saturn? 1/07, Surprising facts about gas mileage 4/07, Natural gas-powered Honda Civic 4/08, More

Electronics
TV manufacturers graded on recycling 12/08, Electronics Reuse & Recycling Center, USPS offers recycling by mail 5/08, More

Food & beverages
Organic aquaculture standards shouldn't be fishy 1/08, Meat eco-labels to look for 7/07, Best dark and organic chocolate 9/07, More

Home & garden
Landmark product safety bill signed 8/08, Cleaning up mold 6/06, Nanotechnology in Sunscreen 7/07, First-rate deals at secondhand shops 1/09, More

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