Oura Ring Doesn’t Accurately Measure Sleep Quality, Lawsuit Says
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on August 21, 2026
A California lawsuit says the popular ring may overstate sleep-stage accuracy, raising questions for consumers who paid hundreds for its health insights
Walmart, Sam’s Club Stores Will Soon Offer a New Way to Pay
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on August 21, 2026
Tap-to-pay arrives at select stores Aug. 24, with a nationwide rollout planned by year-end and gas-station payments expected in 2027
Most Cruise Ships Passed CDC Inspections in 2026, Reports Show
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on August 21, 2026
Only one of 153 cruise-ship inspections failed so far this year, with food-service violations ranging from dirty equipment to a fly on bread
RFK Jr. Is Cracking Down on ‘Hippie Heroin’ in 7-OH. Kratom Addicts Say It’s Not Enough
Charles Trepany and USA TODAY on August 21, 2026
A federal crackdown targets concentrated 7-OH, but natural kratom products remain widely sold and experts warn consumers face addiction and contamination risks.
Where’s the Humanity? Why Job Seekers Say Hiring Is “Broken”
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on August 21, 2026
Applicants face 291 applications per hire, AI screening and ghost jobs, while experts offer practical ways to spot scams and focus your search
Texas Cities Among 2026’s Best U.S. Real Estate Markets
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
A 300-city ranking weighs affordability, job growth and home-price trends, offering clues for buyers comparing markets beyond the headline winners.
Walmart Will Use Tariff Refunds to Cut Prices. Will Other Retailers Follow?
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
The retailer received $2.9 billion after a Supreme Court ruling, but analysts say shoppers should not expect prices to return to 2019 levels.
These Are the Best States to Live In, According to New Ranking
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
The study weighs 51 measures, from housing affordability and job availability to health, safety and quality of life, before naming its top five states.
What to Know About the Virus With No Vaccine, Treatment Hitting Certain States
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, are rising in states like California and New Jersey, causing respiratory illness at a time when no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment exists.
Americans Who Say They Drink Alcohol Remains at Record Low, Survey Finds
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
A Gallup survey finds 54% of U.S. adults drink alcohol, while 51% now consider even one or two daily drinks harmful to their health
Genesis Rolls Out Its New GV90 Electric SUV: Here’s What to Know
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
A $100,000 price tag, 310-mile range and 22-minute fast charge put Genesis’ newest luxury electric SUV in rarefied company
Homebuyers May Qualify for $28.5M Settlement
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
A claim deadline is days away, and your potential payment depends on purchase price, commission and how many people file.
Trump Calls for Lower Interest Rates as Fed Officials Watch Inflation
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
The Fed faces pressure to cut rates while inflation remains above its 2% target, creating competing consequences for borrowers, savers and mortgage shoppers.
Wegovy and Zepbound Are Changing How Americans Get Health Care
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
Bariatric surgeries fell 34% as GLP-1 use surged 140%, while insurers and employers reconsider who should pay for these costly drugs.
The Magnificent 7 Are Struggling. Don’t Let Them Sink Your 401(k)
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
The seven stocks now make up 34% of the S&P 500, raising fresh questions about diversification for retirement savers.
Chipotle Offers BOGO Entrée Deal Today: Here’s How to Redeem It
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on August 20, 2026
Customers wearing school gear can get a second entrée free after 3 p.m., while app users have three more Sundays to claim a bonus meal
Nearly 40,000 Bottles of Eye Drops Recalled: See the Affected Product
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on August 19, 2026
A nationwide recall targets a specific eye-drop lot after the FDA cited a lack of assurance that the product is sterile
These Are the Most Dangerous States for Drivers, New Study Shows
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on August 19, 2026
Mississippi recorded 732 fatal crashes in 2023, while Massachusetts posted the nation’s lowest rate at 4.9 deaths per 100,000 residents
Are Luxury Brands Worth It? We Compared the Toyota bZ and the Lexus RZ
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 19, 2026
The two electric SUVs share a platform, but one delivers comparable features and range for thousands less than the luxury model.
Amazon Drone Delivery Is Expanding: See Where and When
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on August 19, 2026
Prime members get free drone delivery on orders of $50 or more, but smaller purchases carry a fee and service remains limited to select areas.
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