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Is your check engine light on? 10 possible reasons why

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Is your check engine light on? 10 possible reasons why

While your car can’t talk, it communicates with you using chimes, icons, and messages. One icon that you should never ignore is the check engine light. It turns on when the car’s onboard computer detects a problem. If your check engine light is on, don’t panic—it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll need to give your next … Read more

Opinion | Self-checkout machines or human cashiers? Pros and cons of doing it yourself and why we shouldn’t say goodbye to real people

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Opinion | Self-checkout machines or human cashiers? Pros and cons of doing it yourself and why we shouldn’t say goodbye to real people

It’s easy to understand why companies like this trend, too. They can hire less people. Some people appreciate the convenience and efficiency of self-checkouts. Photo: Roy Issa But many of us do enjoy the service of a clerk working the register and bagging everything afterwards. We don’t mind engaging face to face, saying “hi” and … Read more