October 2023
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Cover Story
10 Risky Recalled Foods You Should Know About
Consumer Reports ranks foods linked to the most serious recalls and disease outbreaks in recent years and offers advice on how to stay safe
Cars
What Makes Cars Safer Right Now
We tell you which cars and SUVs are among the safest and what to look for when buying a new or used model
CR Health
Buy Eyeglasses Like a Pro: Expert Advice on Frames, Lenses, Coatings, and More
How to find the best quality and service at the lowest possible price—whether you're shopping online or in person
How I Found Great Glasses Online for Just $33
Shopping around for new eyeglasses helped me save hundreds of dollars. Here's how different stores stacked up.
Features
CR's Guide to Hassle-Free Flying
How to pay less, wait less—and mostly, stress less—the next time you have to get on a plane
The New Airplane Etiquette Rules
How to be a polite passenger and defuse conflicts if and when they arise
Departments & Columns
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