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The Volkswagen Group of America is recalling about 38,000 cars because a fuel leak in the engine may cause a fire.
The automaker said no injuries or accidents have been reported.
The recall covers 2014 to 2015 model years of the Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Passat and 2015 models of the Golf and GTI.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said drivers might smell gas inside their vehicles. Volkswagen is telling owners who smell gas or see the electronic power control warning light go on to immediately bring the vehicle to a Volkswagen dealer to have the fuel system inspected.
Volkswagen said that it would notify owners of the recalled cars.
There is no cost to owners for the repairs.
is...next. >>> jaciel cordoba: Do you find yourself reaching for something with caffeine to give yourself an energy boost? Many of us dobut as WFMZs Nancy Werteen tells us in Life Lessons, there might be another way to feel less tired. >>Nancy: Maybe its first thing in the morning that you reach for caffeine or to cover that afternoon slump but health experts say its better to find natural ways to boost your energy. For example, maybe you need to look at what youre eating as some things can slow you down.And nutritionists say something simple like protein in the morning can get you going without the coffee. >>nancy: coffee can give us that extra push... >>nat sound (ii drink coffee?) (:02) >>nancy: but there are caffeine-free ways to get energized. like chewing gum.chewing gum can increase heart rate, blood flow to the brain and can increase alertness.make sure to grab the minty stuff.mint stimulates nerve fibers keeping you alert longer. another way is to simply eat breakfast! whole grains at
Three people were displaced when a fire broke out in their Reading row home early Thursday.
According to fire officials, one person was stranded on a back porch but was rescued by firefighters.
The fire was reported around 6:15 a.m. at 107 Buttonwood Street, and was under control in less than 20 minutes.
Officials said three adults were asleep upstairs when smoke detectors woke them up. They went downstairs, saw the fire in the front of the first floor and tried to put it out with a fire extinguisher.
That didn't work, so two of them got out and called 911, authorities said, and the third got stuck on the second floor porch.
One of the adjacent row homes sustained some smoke damage.
Fire officials said the fire appeared to be accidental, probably electrical in nature.
No injuries were reported.
The Red Cross is helping the family.
Happy New Year! Today looks blustery and cold with sunshine and high temperatures in the middle 30s.
Wind chills will be in the 20s most of the day and at times it will feel like the teens.
Friday looks quiet with sunshine and clouds with breezy conditions at times.
High temperatures will reach the upper 30s.
A storm system will affect the region from late Saturday into early Sunday.
A wintry mix looks to break out late Saturday before changing to rain Saturday night.
There could be a small snow and ice accumulation on the front end before the changeover to rain occurs.
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Research shows that the reason why we crave coffee isn’t just because we're tired; its genetics!
Six genetic variants are responsible for coffee cravings, but there are other ways to boost energy without the dark stuff.
Coffee can give us that extra push, but there are caffeine-free ways to get energized.
Chewing gum can increase heart rate, blood flow to the brain and can increase alertness.
Make sure to grab the minty stuff. Mint stimulates nerve fibers, keeping you alert longer.
Another way is to simply eat breakfast!
Whole grains at breakfast will give you a real energy boost and also protein. Just don't go overboard. Overdosing on whole grains triggers a surge of serotonin which can make you feel sluggish. Try to eat less than six servings a day.
Give massaging your ears a try, because all of your body's energy passes through your outer ear.
Applying pressure to your ear may help invigorate your entire body. Simply pinch the rim of each ear between your thumb and pointer finger and rub.
And if the light in your office or room is dim, change it. A brighter light will help keep you focused.
Blue light will give you a calm alertness while a red light bulb will give you an afternoon wake up call.
Now for tips number five and six, if all else fails, exercise.
Exercise is proven to give you the boost you need while also burning calories.
They don’t call it runners high for no reason. But if you don’t have time to run a few miles, try singing out loud.
Music is naturally energizing and researchers have found that singing solo increases energetic arousal and decreases tension.
Or try this: sing while you exercise for a double dose of energy!
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