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Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

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Nick Guy is a staff senior editor for Buy Side. He's been reviewing personal technology, accessories and myriad other products for more than a decade. Edited By Written by Staff Editor, Buy Side ...

SAN ANTONIO – It’s the first weekend after Thanksgiving, and putting up Christmas lights or your tree may be on your to-do list. From small displays to Griswold-worthy exhibits, safety should be a ...

With the ever-increasing number of electronic devices in our households, we are almost always looking for power outlets, either to charge our iPhones, connect computer peripherals, plug in tools, or ...

Bill McColl has 25+ years of experience as a senior producer and writer for TV, radio, and digital media leading teams of anchors, reporters, and editors in creating news broadcasts, covering some of ...

Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ: PLUG) shares are tumbling in Tuesday’s after-hours session after the hydrogen solutions company announced a private offering. What To Know: After the market close on Tuesday, ...