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Malaria drugs' promise for coronavirus spurs hope, shortages
March 23, 2020 3:12 p.m.

Malaria drugs' promise for coronavirus spurs hope, shortages

Excitement about treating the new coronavirus with malaria drugs is raising hopes, including with President Donald Trump. But the evidence that they may help is thin, and a run on the drugs is complicating access for people who need them for rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

March 20, 2010 9 p.m.

Is the iPad worth buying?

Dear PropellerHeads: I've been hearing some buzz about Apple's iPad that will be out soon. What do you know about it, and should I buy one?

November 30, 2014 8 p.m.

I deserve something nice for not being naughty

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Apple fans to the core
March 18, 2012 9 p.m.

Apple fans to the core

Fans, entrepreneurs among first buyers of new iPad
November 17, 2013 8 p.m.

Retailers take on Silicon Valley

Target, Kohl's among those opening technology test labs
Epsom salt - forgotten but not gone
July 25, 2010 9 p.m.

Epsom salt - forgotten but not gone

Today, Epsom salt has become an almost forgotten folk remedy -- something that might crop up among the creased and yellowing pages of a farmer's almanac. Sure, you can still find it on pharmacy shelves just about anywhere, but what the heck is this stuff, and what is it used for? These days, most people regard it as a medicinal soak for things like sore feet or insect bites. And, yes, it works wonders for both, but that is only the beginning. This multipurpose miracle salt can help cultivate internal and external wellbeing, and it is also a great go-to ingredient for happy gardens and houseplants.

January 20, 2013 8 p.m.

Protecting that investment

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Dear PropellerHeads: I just got my daughter a smartphone. I think she needs to use some kind of protective case; she's resisting. What do you think?

November 22, 2011 8:15 p.m.

Playing with fire

Nook Tablet is Kindle Fire's worthy foe
New avenues for your appetite
November 13, 2017 midnight

New avenues for your appetite

COEUR d’ALENE — As of today, food has a new avenue for finding its way to your door.

July 11, 2010 9 p.m.

Netbooks unable to replace your laptop

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Dear PropellerHeads: I was going to buy a netbook. But my iPhone zealot friends say it is old technology and I should buy an iPad. That true?

Shoppers snap up Cyber Monday deals
November 29, 2011 8 p.m.

Shoppers snap up Cyber Monday deals

Americans growing more comfortable using tablets, computers, phones to shop
December 3, 2013 8 p.m.

Shopping on the go

Americans turn to mobile devices for Cyber Monday
April 2, 2012 9 p.m.

Wishing upon a Star

Idaho contemplates computer devices for students
March 10, 2013 9 p.m.

The death of DVDs

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A: First, watch what you say about my Granny. She makes great bread pudding and $2 used to buy a lot of ribbon candy.

It's a mouser masterpiece
April 13, 2012 5:51 a.m.

It's a mouser masterpiece

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles animal shelter that lets its cats chase toys on top of iPads hope the digital art created by the movement will encourage donations of money and tablet computers.

Amazon debuts mobile payment app and card reader
August 14, 2014 9 p.m.

Amazon debuts mobile payment app and card reader

NEW YORK - Amazon is taking direct aim at mobile payment systems such as Square by introducing the Amazon Local Register, a credit-card processing device and mobile app designed to help small business owners accept payments through their smartphones and tablets.

January 27, 2013 8 p.m.

The new must-haves from CES

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April 18, 2010 9 p.m.

Is it safe to buy pet meds online?

Dear PropellerHeads: I'm hoping to save a little money. Is it safe to buy my pet medicines from an online pet pharmacy?