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They Were Ready to Embrace Aging. They Didn’t Anticipate These Physical Changes

and on November 13, 2026

Muscle loss, slower metabolism and stiffer joints reshape the body in midlife, but aging researchers say weight gain is not inevitable.

401(k) Loans Just Jumped 80%. Why Workers Are Tapping Savings Early

and on November 13, 2026

Hardship withdrawals more than doubled in three years, and 22.2% of workers now carry a 401(k) loan. Here’s what advisers want you to weigh first.

A Reader Asked Why Congress Wants to Add EV Fees. We Looked into It.

and on November 12, 2026

A proposed $130 flat fee would hit EV owners whether they drive a little or a lot, and one Texas reader says state fees have already cost him $600.

Homes Aren’t Selling. Here’s the New Playbook for Selling Yours

and on November 12, 2026

Pending listings fell 17% in October, the lowest for that month since 2018, as buyers balk at 7% mortgages and sellers won’t cut prices.

Airport Costs Add Up Fast. These Hubs Are the Priciest

and on November 12, 2026

Overpriced airport beer, parking and nearby hotel rooms can turn a cheap flight into a costly trip, and the airport you pick matters more than you think.

Topgolf Takes a Swing at Lower Prices After Customer Feedback

and on November 12, 2026

No code is needed for the permanent 20% cut at U.S. venues, and Topgolf’s survey found high cost is the top reason guests don’t come back more often.

How Old Is Too Old to Shovel Snow? See Suggested Ages, Health Risks

, and on November 12, 2026

Cold-related deaths outpace heat-related cardiovascular events roughly 65% to 35%, and a former AHA volunteer suggests 45 as a shoveling cutoff.

Skip Thanksgiving at Home? These International Trips Are Still Deals

and on November 12, 2026

Hotels in Phuket, Cusco and Nice average under $150 a night over Thanksgiving week, and Toronto flights from New York start at $334.

EV Owners Could Face a New $130 Annual Federal Fee as Soon as December

and on November 11, 2026

Congress is weighing a $130 yearly fee that climbs to $150, and plug-in hybrid owners would face a $35 charge starting in October.

The SS United States Is About to Sink. Many Scuba Divers Will Follow

, , and on November 11, 2026

Once the 990-foot liner settles 180 to 200 feet down, its upper decks will sit 55 to 60 feet deep, within reach of certified divers.

What Actually Happens During Breathwork?

and on November 11, 2026

Your body can’t tell a stressful email from a charging bear, and slow, deliberate breathing can help calm the fight-or-flight response that follows.

Americans Want to Live to Age 88, but Their Money Dies at 83

and on November 11, 2026

Americans guess a year in a nursing home costs $60,829, but the national average is $112,420, and that gap could drain retirement savings fast.

Walmart’s $35 Thanksgiving Feast for 10: How to Save $10 More

, and on November 10, 2026

New customers can cut the $35 holiday basket to $25 with a three-order code, and returning shoppers have a backup deal.

Americans Want Hybrid Cars, but Do They Really Save You Money?

and on November 10, 2026

Hybrid buyers may need nine years to recoup a $7,000 price premium on a 2027 Kia Sorento, according to CDK’s math.

What’s Open, Closed on Veterans Day 2026? Here’s What to Know

and on November 10, 2026

Banks and post offices close Wednesday, but UPS, FedEx, the stock market and chains like Applebee’s and Starbucks stay open with veterans’ deals.

Dunkin’ Is Giving Away Free Lattes Today. Here’s How to Get One

and on November 10, 2026

Dunkin’s 2026 holiday menu is packed with cookie-butter drinks, and this Tuesday’s free-latte deal runs only from 2 to 6 p.m. local time.

The Children’s Place Files for Bankruptcy, Says Closures Loom

and on November 10, 2026

Stores and websites remain open for now, but some of the retailer’s 495 North American locations will close as sale bids come due Dec. 9.

Broke After Bills: Middle-Income America’s Food Bank Crisis

and on November 10, 2026

A Colorado father who landed a new job still visits his church pantry weekly, cutting his grocery bill from $650 to $272 a month.

Planning to Travel for Thanksgiving? Here’s Why Atlanta Is a Top Spot

and on November 10, 2026

Dallas, Atlanta and San Antonio top WalletHub’s ranking, and a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 is forecast to cost 0.4% less than last year.

Honda Recalls over 635K Vehicles. See the Affected Models

and on November 10, 2026

Acura TLX, MDX and Honda Pilot owners could lose power steering assist, but the software fix is free at any dealership and letters go out Dec. 14.

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