One Hidden Cost of Working from Home Could Add $600 a Year
Alora Bopray and USA TODAY on July 30, 2026
HVAC experts say remote workers may see energy bills climb up to $50 a month, but a few upgrades can shrink the increase.
She Avoided Cervical Cancer Screenings for 30 Years. Her Wife’s Death Changed Everything
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 30, 2026
A new at-home HPV test convinced her to get checked — and it caught a precancerous condition before it became cancer.
Could Trump’s Haitian Immigrant Crackdown Hurt the Economy? What to Know
Jessica Guynn and USA TODAY on July 30, 2026
Economists warn ending protections for over 300,000 Haitian workers could cost the U.S. up to 600,000 jobs within four years.
I Got New-to-Me Clothing by Swapping With Others
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on July 30, 2026
One writer swapped 16 items for 26 new-to-her pieces — including a designer dress her daughter later found retailing for $218
Income Taxes Fall While Sales Taxes Range Higher Than Ever
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on July 30, 2026
State lawmakers have cut income tax rates over 200 times since 1990 while hiking sales taxes 68 times — see which states shifted the most
Critical Shortage: Red Cross Declares Second-Ever Blood Supply Crisis
Marc Ramirez and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
Type O reserves have shrunk to less than a one-day supply, and just three more donors per drive could end the crisis.
A 4,000-Year-Old Disease Is on the Rise in This State Thanks to Armadillos
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, Jim Waymer and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
Florida logged 17 leprosy cases this year, and central Florida alone accounts for 81% of the state’s total — here’s the surprising animal link.
Some Gen Z Aren’t Buying Homes, They’re Investing in Timeshares
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
One Gen Z couple paid nearly $38,000 for vacation points instead of a home down payment — and calls it the smartest investment they’ve made.
BMW Recalls Over 16K Motorcycles. See Affected Model
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
A failing ignition lock can kill the ABS, lights, and engine mid-ride — here’s the model recalled and how owners will be notified.
15 Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Hotels in the US
Rebecca R. Norris and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
Pet fees range from free to $295 a night, and some hotels ban Rottweilers and Pit Bulls outright — here’s what to check before booking.
Apple Drops New Leasing Program with iPhones at $18 a Month
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
Enrollees also need a Klarna account and a soft credit check — and unless they pay to keep it, they never own the device.
How Congress’ Inaction on Social Security Could Tarnish Your Retirement
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
A think tank projects a $16,900 annual hit for couples retiring in six years, with Medicare cuts arriving at the same time.
5 US Destinations That Feel like Europe, No Passport Required
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
From a car-free Michigan island to a Danish-style California village, five U.S. towns offer European charm without the passport or jet lag.
90-Degree Days Mean No Power Shutoffs for These Californians
Paris Barraza and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
California just lowered its no-shutoff threshold from 100 degrees to 90 — with a zip-code heat-risk tool set to take over soon.
Bacon, Eggs and Lettuce Safe to Eat? See Latest on These Food Recalls
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
Over 10,000 sickened by a lettuce parasite, plus 1.6 million eggs and 12,000 pounds of bacon recalled — here’s what to toss.
Want a Cheap High-Performance Car? Here Are 6 for Less Than $40K
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
From the Mazda Miata to the Hyundai Elantra N, these six sport compacts deliver serious thrills without the six-figure price tag.
These Are the Best Electric Trucks of 2026 – So Far
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
Prices range from $55,895 to $99,990, and one model rockets 0-60 mph in just 2.6 seconds — see which trucks made our 2026 list.
YouTube, Peacock Launch New Streaming Bundle – but at What Cost?
Saleen Martin and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
Despite combining two premium tiers into one, YouTube says the bundle’s price won’t budge from $15.99 a month when it launches in 2027.
This Eating Habit Could Help Boost Brain Health, Study Finds
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
A Rutgers trial found women 50 to 79 who confined meals to an 8-to-9-hour window scored better on problem-solving tests than those eating over 12 hours.
Every Other State Beats California in Affordability, Rankings Reveal
Paris Barraza and USA TODAY on July 28, 2026
California ranks 35th overall nationally but dead last in affordability, with median homes running twice the U.S. norm.
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