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Judge Won’t Dismiss McRib Class-Action Lawsuit against McDonald’s

and on October 31, 2026

Plaintiffs say the McRib’s name, shape and premium price mislead buyers, but McDonald’s website describes the sandwich only as containing pork.

Rich Americans Now Say They Need $2.6M to Retire. Are They Hitting It?

and on October 31, 2026

HSBC’s survey of affluent investors puts the number at $2.6 million, up 26% in a year, yet savers have only reached about half of that goal.

The $6.3B Binance Heist – Is Your Crypto Safe on Exchanges?

and on October 30, 2026

North Korean hackers reportedly drained $6.3 billion in about 20 minutes, and experts say most of your crypto shouldn’t sit on an exchange at all.

Walmart Thanksgiving, Christmas Meal Deal Feeds 10 for $35

and on October 30, 2026

This is the lowest-priced holiday basket Walmart has ever offered.

Women Could Soon Buy This Life-Saving Drug Over the Counter

and on October 30, 2026

A USA TODAY investigation found the FDA kept a warning on vaginal estrogen for two decades, and now the agency may let women buy it without a prescription.

How to Get a Free Turkey from BJ’s Wholesale Club

and on October 30, 2026

Members who spend $150 in one transaction between Oct. 31 and Nov. 9 can claim a free Butterball turkey, but supplies are limited.

The $8.95 Chicken at Joe’s Stone Crab Is History. 5 Deals That Live On

and on October 30, 2026

Joe’s Stone Crab raised its fried half-chicken to $14.95, but Nobu, Katz’s and other famous restaurants still serve bargains for budget-minded diners.

I Bonds Are Back with a Huge New 5.51% Return

and on October 30, 2026

Buying late in the month can earn the same interest as buying on the 1st, while the $10,000 annual purchase limit caps how much you can lock in.

You Won’t Be Allowed to Fly into the US Without Signing This

and on October 30, 2026

Travelers who were in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within 21 days will be turned away at the gate, even if they only connected through its airports.

Concerned About High Cholesterol? Experts Suggest Eating These Foods

and on October 30, 2026

A handful of everyday, budget-friendly foods — including one surprising sweet treat — can meaningfully drive down your LDL numbers, according to dietitians.

The 5 Best Strength-Training Tips to Do in Your 40s, 50s and 60s

and on October 30, 2026

Two strength sessions a week can slow the muscle loss that usually begins in your 40s, and you don’t need hours at the gym to start.

Signs You Are Suffering from Unhealthy Fascia

and on October 30, 2026

Tightness, stiffness, and pain that doesn’t respond like a normal strain can point to fascia trouble, which is easy to mistake for other ailments.

$20 for Dinner at Chipotle? The Rising Costs of College Life

and on October 30, 2026

Students at one Maryland campus are stretching $16-an-hour paychecks across rent, groceries, and streaming bills, and the math keeps getting tighter.

Is AI This Holiday Shopping Season’s Secret Santa?

and on October 30, 2026

Sixty-five percent of shoppers would let AI help with gift ideas, but only 23% would trust it to complete the payment.

GM Agrees to $220M Settlement to Resolve Lawsuit over Data Selling

and on October 29, 2026

Millions who enrolled in GM’s Smart Driver program from 2016 to 2024 are affected by new limits on what the automaker can collect.

Colon Cancer Rates Are Rising in These Age Groups

and on October 29, 2026

Earlier screening likely explains the sharpest jump among 45-to-49-year-olds, but unknown risk factors may be behind the rise in other age groups too.

The First Global Food Pyramid vs. RFK Jr.’s. They Look Nothing Alike

and on October 29, 2026

Plant foods anchor this new international pyramid, while the U.S. version revived in January puts red meat and whole-fat dairy front and center.

5.9 Million French Press Coffee Makers Recalled. See Affected Items

and on October 29, 2026

Stirring with a metal spoon can crack the glass carafe, and 48 of the reported incidents involved burns; Bodum will send a plastic spoon instead.

FTC Probing Whether These Companies Are Using Your Data to Set Prices

and on October 29, 2026

Nine companies, including Delta, Uber, Target and Walmart, must explain whether browsing history and loyalty data shape the price you pay.

How Asset Titles and Beneficiaries Save Your Heirs From Costly Probate

and on October 29, 2026

More than a quarter of Americans with estate plans are carrying stale beneficiary designations that could accidentally hand assets to the wrong person — or trigger a costly probate battle.

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