May 10, 2012

Here’s good news -- if your summer travel plans include a car trip, it’ll cost less than expected to fill up the tank. Government analysts now say it’s unlikely that average gas prices will reach $4 a gallon this summer. The price of oil has been dropping since a surge between January and April that hiked gasoline prices by 20%. Source Link

Nearly half of all Americans are stepping off as part of an exercise plan, but maybe they should pick up the pace. A new report shows 49% of people say they regularly take leisurely walks, but more walkers are logging fewer miles overall. The walkers are also more likely to be meeting the recommended target of 150 minutes of exercise a week. Source Link

More teens are getting face time online. A new survey says nearly four out of ten  American teenagers now take part in video chats, with girls more likely to go on-camera online than boys. Experts say that parents should be mindful of their teen’s video chat habits to ensure they stay safe when engaging with others. Source Link