๐Hundreds of animals, interactive activities in new Life exhibit at the Orlando Science Center
A new Central Florida attraction is bringing visitors closer to animals all in the name of Science. Life, an attraction millions of dollars and a decade in the making, is now open at the Orlando Science Center.
๐Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the Orlando Science Center
Learn the story of our planet from the animals that call it home. The Orlando Science Center has opened an all-new exhibit called Life, based on nature and conservation, featuring about 300 animals and immersive habitats. We're giving away a family 4-pack of tickets to two of our Insiders.
๐ฑ Whatโs inside your Lunchables snack kit? Consumer experts put them to the test
Lunchables have been around for years. Theyโre popular pre-packaged lunch kits that kids enjoy and are even served in some school lunch programs. However, a new investigation from Consumer Reports could have parents asking serious questions about those lunch kits' safety and nutritional benefits.
โ๏ธEnter to win tickets to Opera Orlandoโs Game of Thrones-inspired show at Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts
Opera Orlando heads to Westeros with a Game of Thrones-inspired take on Donizettiโs bel canto masterpiece Lucia di Lammermoor. Enter to win tickets to this dark, original production at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
๐9 ways to lower car insurance premiums
Nationwide, the average premium increase was more than 20 percent over the past year, according to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. But people in some states have experienced even more pain, with rates up 88 percent in Florida according to FINN, a car subscription service company that analyzes market data. Here are ways to lower your bill.
๐พ Is pet insurance worth it? Customers, consumer experts chime in
If you think pet insurance could save money on routine checkups and emergencies, listen up. Consumer Reports found that not all pet insurance parents are satisfied, and there may be better ways to save on medical care for your furry friends.
๐งปConsumer experts put paper towels to the test. Hereโs which product came out on top
You rip a sheet, wipe up a mess, then toss the paper in the trash. No extra cleanup or washing, and most of the timeโfor small messes at leastโyou donโt need to reach for a second sheet. Consumer Reports put six brands to the test to reveal the best
๐ก Rare estate sale at Thomas Edison sonโs winter home in Winter Park
The Winter Park home of Thomas Edisonโs youngest son, Theodore Edison, will be open to the public for an Estate Sale over the weekend. Theodore Miller Edison was a businessman, inventor and founder of Calibron Industries, Inc. He and his wife, Anna, owned a summer home in Winter Park
๐งAre probiotic sodas, other so-called healthy drinks, good for you?
Functional beveragesโas the drink industry likes to refer to themโoften contain ingredients that were once found only in supplements or herbal teas, but are they healthy for you? Consumer experts test more than a dozen brands of probiotic sodas and other so-called healthy drinks.
๐ Baby duiker, squirrel monkeys and reptile hatchlings spring additions to Central Florida Zoo
Parents, if youโre looking for something to do with your family during spring break, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford has extended its hours and has some new baby animals to show off.
๐ง Airports using biometric facial recognition in Florida
The next time you're in a security line at the airport, you may find that instead of a Transportation Security Administration officer checking your ID, a camera and screen will use biometric facial recognition to confirm your face and photo ID match and ensure your ID isn't fake.
๐งบRepair or replace your washing machine? Consumer experts help find answer
Weโve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. Itโs the age-old question every homeowner will face... To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports helps you make the right choice for your family.