I Drove One of the Cheapest Hybrid SUVs. Mazda’s CX-50 Gets Our OK
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
Starting under $35,000, this crossover delivers over 50 mpg on the highway, a 551-mile range and a top federal safety rating.
She Moved Closer to Home for Her Aging Father. Then, a Surprise
Madeline Mitchell and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
After 18 months of new Alzheimer’s infusions, her father shows almost no decline — reshaping how this family plans for caregiving ahead.
Why One Cannabis Gummy Could Land Travelers in Serious Trouble Abroad
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
A new Thailand customs rule can mean up to 10 years in prison or a $15,000 fine for cannabis found in your luggage — even by accident.
Taco Bell Holds the Lettuce in Some States, Citing Cyclospora Risk
Mike Snider, Thao Nguyen and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
The chain won’t say which states or supplier, even as cyclosporiasis infections climb past 4,300 cases in Michigan alone.
Stop Waiting for the Perfect Mortgage Rate to Buy. There Isn’t One.
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
A quarter of Americans don’t know their FICO score, yet lenders use it to decide who gets 2026’s lowest mortgage rates.
Fossil Is Closing This Many More Stores in 2026, CEO Says
Michelle Del Rey and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
The watch and accessories retailer has shuttered more than 100 locations since 2024 as it shifts its focus to e-commerce.
Newly Retired Couples May Lose $16,900/Year in Social Security in 2033
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
A nonpartisan think tank warns automatic cuts could grow from 22% to 35% by century’s end if Congress keeps delaying a fix.
Krispy Kreme Celebrates Its 89th Birthday With Special Deal
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
For one day only, a second dozen Original Glazed doughnuts costs just 89 cents — a penny for every year since 1937.
How to Keep Kids, Seniors and Pets Safe from Wildfire Smoke
Greta Cross, Jeanine Santucci and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
As smoke from 850-plus Canadian wildfires pushes air quality into hazardous ranges, doctors warn masks that help adults can actually endanger kids.
No ‘Excuse’ for Rate Hike, Hassett Says. What Fed Officials Think
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
Kevin Hassett says June’s inflation dip removes any need for a Fed rate hike, but Fed Chair Warsh isn’t ready to call it ‘mission accomplished.’
Target Recalls 211K Children’s Sandals. See Affected Products
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
Choking-hazard pearls have already detached from 23 pairs of these $20 Cat & Jack sandals — here’s how to spot yours and get a refund.
Can the Fed Lower Inflation? 5 Takeaways From Warsh on Capitol Hill
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
Warsh told Congress inflation is “a choice” — but dodged questions on the Fed’s next rate move and AI-driven job losses.
Everything You Need to Know about Medicare Coverage for GLP-1s
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
A new Medicare pilot covers GLP-1 weight loss drugs for a flat $50 monthly copay — but only through 2027.
Are Locally-Grown Fruits and Vegetables Safer? Experts Explain
Melina Khan and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
As cyclosporiasis cases top 1,600 nationwide, experts say the real risk factor isn’t where you buy produce — it’s the water used to grow it.
Social Security’s Future Is Shaky. Trump Prefers This Country’s System
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
Australia requires every worker to save for retirement — and one economist says it would make Social Security’s job “a lot easier.”
Envelope Budgeting: What It Is and Why It’s So Popular
Faith Wakefield and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
A CFP says this decades-old cash trick works because dropping bills in envelopes creates pain a swiped card never triggers.
Hyundai Buyers Can Save $3,500 on New EVs in California. Here’s Why
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
California’s rebate skips price caps entirely for in-state EV makers, but Hyundai buyers still face a $50,000 ceiling.
Nancy Guthrie Disappearance Prompts Scam Warning from Officials
Michelle Del Rey, Liza Esquibias and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
Officials say a fake QR code linked to the search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother is being used to solicit money from strangers.
Taco Bell Locations Remove Ingredients Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
More than 1,600 confirmed cases across 34 states have officials scrambling to trace the source, and Taco Bell isn’t ruled out.
Toyota Recalls Over 5K Vehicles. See Affected Models
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
A rear axle defect in nearly 5,500 new Grand Highlander and Lexus TX models could cause loss of control on the road.
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