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Study: You're probably 'cyberloafing' right now

Time spent looking at cat videos, shopping online and updating Facebook statuses are part of everyday life. But when it intersects with work life - there's a problem.

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Weight loss could be future of Viagra

The little blue pill prescribed for erectile dysfunction may be on its way to helping people shed pounds.

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Winter brings with it travel deals

In 2013, travelers can plan to pay more for airfare and hotels, but there are still some travel deals to take advantage of before summer comes.

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Low-paying jobs not spurring economy

The economy is getting stronger which could help to boost job growth, but there are some obstacles to overcome.

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Cyber crooks obtain and resell user information for minimal amount

Cyber crooks often hack and resell passwords and email credentials from popular online retail accounts, such as Amazon.com and Walmart.com. However, they aren't making as much money off of private information as one might assume.

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Former jail guard pleads guilty to falsification of records

Anthony McIntosh, a former guard at the Prince George's County jail, has pleaded guilty to falsification of records in a federal investigation.

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Wealthy tend to favor raised taxes

As the clock ticks toward a Jan. 1 deadline for going over the "fiscal cliff," most wealthy people want to be taxed more, according to a new poll.

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Bacon, bacon, bacon: America's unhealthy breakfasts

The good news: More Americans are eating breakfast. The bad news: It's not the right kind of breakfast.

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Navy honors two area Pearl Harbor survivors

Two local survivors of the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor were honored Friday during a wreath-laying ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial in D.C.

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Decide.com predicts the best time to buy, save

Fluctuating online prices are jerking around some shoppers this holiday season, but one website is taking the guess work out of determining when to click "buy."

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