Map Tracks Spread of ‘Explosive’ Diarrhea Outbreak. How to Prevent Infection
Janet Loehrke, George Petras and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
Cases have topped 1,000 across Michigan and two dozen states, with symptoms that can linger for weeks — here’s how to keep contaminated produce off your plate.
Lower-Income Wages Catching Up with Fastest Growth in 3 Years in June
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
Lower earners are closing the pay gap with wealthier workers, fueled by job-switching and a tax bill quietly boosting take-home pay.
Millions of Eye Drops Recalled Nationwide. See Affected Products
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
A Class II recall covers 2.5 million bottles of a prescription eye medication — here’s how to check if yours is affected.
Kia Recalls Nearly 463K Vehicles. See the Affected Model
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
A stuck seat knob can trigger a fire risk while parked or driving, and fix notices won’t go out until mid-August.
8 Vehicles Consumers Trust to Go the Distance Past 200K Miles
Carmela Asmar and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
One SUV boasts a 39% shot at 250,000 miles — eight times the industry average — here are the other long-haul champions.
Had It with Credit Card Rates? Here’s a Hack for Lowering Them
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
LendingTree found 84% of cardholders who asked for a lower interest rate got one, averaging a 6.3-point cut.
Workers Keep Leaving the US Labor Force. Experts Can’t Agree Why
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
About 720,000 Americans left the labor force in June alone, and economists can’t agree whether it’s retirement, burnout or caregiving.
4 More Cars Win Top Safety Awards. Judges Want More Improvements
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
Five popular models, including the Toyota Tacoma and Cadillac CT5, flunked the latest crash tests as insurers push automakers for better back-seat protection.
New Passport System Will Make Taking At-Home Photos Easier
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a new online passport system using facial-recognition tech could let Americans skip pricey photo shops entirely.
Dow Drops as Trump Signals Iran Ceasefire May Be Over
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Oil jumped 6% and the Dow shed nearly 600 points after renewed U.S.-Iran strikes rekindled fears of a wider Middle East conflict.
Did Walmart Roll Back Prices Because of Trump? They Won’t Say
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Walmart cut ground beef prices nearly 15%, but won’t say whether Trump’s request or plain economics drove the move.
Fiat’s New Electric Topolino Costs $14K, but There’s a Catch
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
At under $15,000, the two-seat Topolino tops out at 25 mph and can’t legally hit the highway — so who’s it actually built for?
Looking for an EV Charge? These States Have the Most Available Ports
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
California leads with over 10,000 charging locations, but a federal court fight over EV charger funding could reshape which states add ports next.
Heavy Rain Sends Pests Indoors: Why Ants, Rodents, Mosquitoes Surge after Storms
Alora Bopray and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Pest experts warn that discarded termite wings near your windows after a storm are a red flag you shouldn’t ignore.
Stamp Prices Are Going Up. How Much Will Forever Stamps Cost?
Mike Snider and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
USPS is bumping Forever stamp prices to 82 cents on July 12, with postcards, letters and international mail all getting pricier too.
Are You Getting the Right Cholesterol Test? Millions May Not Be, Study Says
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
A protein-based blood test called apoB may catch heart attack and stroke risks that standard LDL cholesterol screenings often overlook, new research shows.
Delta Air Lines’ Business Class Fare No Longer Guarantees These Perks
Zach Wichter and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Delta’s new basic tickets in first class and Delta One skip seat selection and lounge access unless your credit card or status covers it.
Oil Prices Spike After Trump Says Iran Ceasefire ‘Over.’ What about Gas?
Rachel Barber and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Brent crude jumped 6% overnight after Trump declared the Iran ceasefire dead, and analysts warn the national average could near $4 a gallon soon.
How Much Do Cruise Ship Crew Make? Here’s the Range, and Why It Varies
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
Captains can pull in $25,000 a month while galley staff start near $1,200 — but free room, board and tax breaks change the math.
Cars Are Lasting Longer Than Ever. Some Tips to Get Past 200K Miles
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
New cars now average almost $50,000, so drivers are stretching vehicles past 200,000 miles — here’s the maintenance routine that gets them there.
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