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Disney’s Next Cruise Ship Has a Few Surprises up Its Sleeve

and on October 8, 2026

The ship sails Dec. 18, 2027, while bookings open Oct. 12 for eligible club members and Oct. 19 for everyone else.

Denny’s Sneakers with Syrup Inside Are Back. How to Get Them

and on October 8, 2026

The $195 pair goes on sale for just three hours, but shoppers must join Denny’s Rewards and opt in to texts before noon ET.

Social Security 2027 COLA to Outpace Medicare Cost but Not Much Else

and on October 8, 2026

A projected 3.5% raise could add roughly $20 a month over a 3.4% estimate, while heating oil and drug premiums threaten to absorb it.

Why Diesel Matters, Even if It’s Not How You Fill Up Your Car

, and on October 8, 2026

A California lettuce shipment now burns $4,200 in diesel alone, but consumers may not feel the full increase for six to nine months.

Travelers Are Spending More Time at Airports on Purpose

and on October 8, 2026

A survey found 57% of travelers arrive early to eat, shop or use lounges, while nearly 60% choose an airport for its own amenities.

Trump Accounts Are Now Live. Here’s How They Work

and on October 7, 2026

Families can add up to $5,000 a year, but withdrawal rules, tax treatment and the $1,000 newborn deposit make these accounts different from 529 plans.

What Should Used Car Buyers Know about Recalls and Reliability?

and on October 7, 2026

A model-year search can surface active recalls, complaints and even the systems drivers most often report as troublesome before you buy.

What Is Red-Dyed Diesel, and Will Trump’s Plans to Lower Prices Work?

and on October 7, 2026

The temporary tax break expires Dec. 31, but analysts say a roughly 24-cent cut may do little while diesel costs more than $6 a gallon.

McDonald’s Faces Lawsuit Alleging AI-Powered Menu Price-Fixing

and on October 7, 2026

The complaint says millions of transactions feed pricing recommendations and could raise customer costs, while McDonald’s says franchisees still set prices themselves.

Dunkin’ Teams Up with Marvel for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Collab

and on October 7, 2026

The themed menu arrives Nov. 4, with a Doctor Doom Munchkins tin available for $14.99 with any 25-count purchase at participating locations.

One Year Later, Here’s What Happened after EV Tax Credits Died

and on October 7, 2026

Hybrids captured 16.3% of the U.S. market as the loss of a $7,500 incentive reshaped what drivers and automakers are buying.

Why You Might Find Less Chocolate in Your Halloween Bag

and on October 7, 2026

Cocoa’s price retreat hasn’t reached store shelves yet, while shoppers expect to spend $115 per person and are scouting deals.

Did You Actually Get Paid? Tracking Trump’s Cash Promises to Americans

and on October 7, 2026

More than 20 million Medicare beneficiaries are due $90 checks, but several larger promises never produced a payment—here’s what actually reached Americans and what did not.

NeeDoh Craze Hits Aldi With New Halloween Collection

, and on October 7, 2026

Each squishy collectible costs $4.99, but Aldi is limiting shoppers to four and selling them only in stores during the seasonal drop.

Are You Owed Money? Texas Has Paid Billions in Unclaimed Property

and on October 7, 2026

Texas has already returned more than $5 billion in abandoned financial assets to residents — here’s how to search for your name and file a claim in minutes.

The Beaches Are Beautiful. So Where Did All the Tourists Go?

and on October 7, 2026

Hotel occupancy remained just 3% below last year by late summer, but workers and businesses are still counting on visitors to return.

Why Secondhand Shopping Is Booming for Americans

and on October 7, 2026

Nearly 40% of surveyed consumers say they sell used goods online, and sellers estimate households have $3,000 to $4,000 in resellable items.

States Scramble to Fill Gap as Millions Lose Food Aid Amid New SNAP Requirements

and on October 7, 2026

More than 30 states could face penalties as the program shifts billions in costs, while families report benefit delays and steep cuts.

Millions May Face Prescription Drug Price Surge on Oct. 22

and on October 7, 2026

Nearly 9 in 10 U.S. buyers of Canadian prescriptions are 65 or older, and new mail-order rules could add customs paperwork and duties.

One of Nation’s Most Prolific Flockers Sent to Prison for Misuse

, , and on October 7, 2026

One Texas officer ran 25,000 unauthorized searches, and a nationwide review found alleged misuse by at least 27 law enforcement employees.

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