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July 2024

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Cover Story

Video Streaming Services That Let You Cut Cable TV

Services like FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Philo, Sling TV, and YouTube TV promise to replicate cable TV with lower monthly bills—but prices keep rising

Features

How to Tip With More Confidence

Fast-food counters. Coffee spots. Even convenience stores. It seems like we're being asked for gratuities everywhere. Here's when you don't have to pay, when you might want to, and how much.

Avoid Big Medical Bills When Traveling Abroad

What you need to know about travel medical insurance

Special Report

CR's Ultimate Heat Survival Guide

Sweltering temperatures have become a worrisome part of summer's new normal. Here's what you need to know to stay comfortable and safe this season, wherever you are.

Why You Still Need Sunscreen

No matter your age, you can help prevent skin cancer and even reduce wrinkles with the right protection

Cars

Should You Lease Your Next Car?

Find out if leasing, rather than buying, might be a better deal for you

How to Save When Renting a Car

Here’s what to know before you book your next trip

Product Update

What to Do If Your Phone Gets Wet

These expert tips can help save a just-dunked device

Lab Tests

Great-Tasting Granolas Without All the Fat, Sugar, and Calories

CR's tests reveal several better-for-you finds

Our Favorite Supermarket Ice Creams

We dug into store-brand vanillas to see if you could get a delicious scoop for less

Departments & Columns

From Our President: Have a Safer Summer

Building a Better World, Together

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