Why the US stores millions of oil barrels in caves

Seventy miles outside of Houston, there is a giant concrete facility. Deep beneath this facility lies a network of caverns filled with oil. This is part of our Strategic Petroleum Reserve. So, how did this plan come to be and how does it play a role in global economics?

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How to block 'Scam Likely' and other scam calls on your phone

Most can relate to the anxiety an unknown phone caller can evoke. When you see “Scam Likely” on caller ID, this feeling can instantly become frightening. Tap or click here for details on the top scam calls and what you can do to get them to stop.

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A quick tech trick that could save you from falling for a costly scam

Seeing is believing. Sometimes, though, crooks may be able to use legitimate images to rip you off. Tap or click here for six secrets to spot fake news or scams.

What if we told you that you could keep yourself out of trouble with one of the most valuable and intuitive Google tools? Reverse Image Search may be your best friend in this regard, and we encourage you to utilize it to the fullest possible advantage.

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This terrifying phone scam uses a trusted phone number to trick you

Spam phone calls have been around for years and come at the most inopportune times, like when you’re sitting down for a family dinner. But they aren’t just annoying telemarketing calls these days. Now we have to worry about scammers trying to rip us off. Tap or click here for ways to silence spam calls without downloading any apps.

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Best Android apps of 2022: Features and links to download

While your Android device can do amazing things right out of the box, the possibilities become endless when you add apps. Tap or click here for five apps that every Android user needs.

The list of amazing apps doesn’t end there. We’ve compiled some of the best Android apps of 2022 that you should check out. You’ll find innovation, excellent design and plenty of fun games.

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This cheap tool can help you spot whether a used car has been in an accident

You should know everything about a vehicle before buying it, but sellers don’t make it easy to understand all the necessary information. In fact, some could be trying to hide details so you don’t get the car for a lower price.

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Check your car: Over 273K Subarus, Teslas, Kias and Porsches recalled

Thousands of vehicles on the road have open recalls. Whenever manufacturers blow the whistle, you should check your car for safety. While some recalls fix minor annoyances, others address life-threatening tech issues.

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9 simple ways to protect your home from burglars

You might not have a criminal mind, but think how a crook finds the perfect houses to target. An empty home in a neighborhood where people keep to themselves, no cameras or alarms, and dark or dimly lit structures, right?

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Roku just released over a dozen new channels - Here's how to find them

Christmas is still a couple of weeks away, but Roku users just got an early present. You’ll get 13 new Roku channels to stream this holiday season. This tip will break down all the details, from where to watch to what’s available.

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Don't fall for this Christmas delivery scam!

Scammers are always on the prowl for their next victim, but there are certain times in the year when they increase activity. Black Friday and Thanksgiving are well behind us, but now criminals are looking toward Christmas.

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Goblin mode? Here's what Oxford's word of the year means

Have you been feeling a little down in the dumps recently? It might be all the negativity circulating on social media. Did you know you have some control over what you see? Tap or click here to find out how to filter certain words from your Facebook feed.

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