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Most of Us Retire Earlier Than Planned. Here Are the Top Reasons

and on May 25, 2026

Three in five retirees leave the workforce earlier than planned — and health setbacks, not personal choice, is the top reason for those earning under $35,000.

Is Walmart Open or Closed on Memorial Day? Here’s What to Know

and on May 25, 2026

Walmart stores are open their usual 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. hours on Memorial Day 2026, while Costco is one of the few national chains staying dark.

Is Costco Open or Closed on Memorial Day? Here’s What to Know

and on May 25, 2026

Costco warehouses are shuttered for Memorial Day 2026, but rival wholesale clubs Sam’s Club and BJ’s are open — and most major grocery chains are operating normal hours.

What’s Open and Closed on Memorial Day 2026? Here’s What to Know

and on May 24, 2026

Banks and the stock market go dark Monday, but most grocery stores, restaurants, and retailers stay open — here’s the full breakdown by category.

Save 10% Sitewide during Petco’s Memorial Day Sale

and on May 24, 2026

Use code SUMMER10 to unlock 10% off almost everything at Petco through Memorial Day — plus free shipping when you spend $35 or more.

Hyundai Recalls Over 421K Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on May 23, 2026

If your 2025 or 2026 Tucson or Santa Cruz unexpectedly slams the brakes, you’re not imagining things — Hyundai is fixing a camera software glitch free of charge.

Memorial Day 2026: Take Advantage of Food Freebies, Deals

and on May 23, 2026

More than a dozen chains are dangling freebies and promo codes this Memorial Day weekend — including a $6.99 Subway footlong and free Baconators from Wendy’s.

With Summer Near, What’s the Best Temperature to Set Your Thermostat?

and on May 23, 2026

Bump your thermostat 7 to 10 degrees for eight hours a day and you could slash 10% off your annual cooling bill — and experts say start at 78°F.

Car Insurance Is Expensive. Here Are 10 Tips for a Lower Premium.

and on May 23, 2026

Auto insurance premiums surged two-thirds since 2020 — but experts say a few targeted moves can shave hundreds off your annual bill.

Death Doesn’t Stop Bills from Coming, but You Don’t Have to Pay Them All

and on May 23, 2026

When a loved one dies, the bills keep coming — but experts say many can be delayed, negotiated down, or never paid at all.

Could Trump’s Latest Rollback Actually Lower Your Grocery Bill?

and on May 23, 2026

Two Purdue economists did the math on the White House’s $800 million grocery savings claim — and came up with 56 cents a year per family of four, or ‘a couple bananas.’

CVS Sues Tennessee to Halt Law It Says Would Force Pharmacy Closings

and on May 22, 2026

A new Tennessee law targeting pharmacy benefit managers could shutter all 136 CVS locations in the state — leaving 1.5 million patients scrambling for their prescriptions.

Is PepsiCo Hiking Prices on Doritos, Lay’s? What We Know

and on May 22, 2026

PepsiCo is raising prices on single-serve chip bags by up to 20 cents starting late June — just months after slashing prices on larger snack bags to win back shoppers.

Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Fed Chair. What May Change at the Central Bank

and on May 22, 2026

The new Fed chief takes over with inflation at 3.8% and consumer sentiment at record lows, armed with very different ideas about how the central bank should operate.

This Pancake Mix Is Recalled for Undeclared Egg. See Affected Product

and on May 22, 2026

Hometown Food Company recalled a single lot code of Birch Benders Sweet Potato mix sold nationwide — here’s how to know if you have the affected box.

Tesla Recalls over 14,000 Vehicles. See the Affected Model

and on May 22, 2026

The 2025–2026 Model Y is at the center of the recall, which stems from a missing weight certification label that could cause dangerous vehicle overloading.

Whole Foods Soup Recalled. See States Where It Was Sold

and on May 22, 2026

A Whole Foods minestrone soup is being recalled in 17 states — and online nationwide — after undeclared shrimp was found in packaging, posing a potentially life-threatening risk to shellfish allergy sufferers.

Are You Preparing a Memorial Day Cookout? Don’t Risk Food Poisoning

and on May 22, 2026

Each year, 48 million Americans get sick from foodborne illness — here’s what backyard chefs often skip that could ruin more than just the party.

Are Banks, Post Offices, UPS and FedEx Open on Memorial Day 2026?

and on May 22, 2026

Before you run errands this Memorial Day, know which financial and shipping services are shutting down May 25 — and the one option that never closes.

Are You Eligible? Krispy Kreme Settlement Deadline Is Approaching

and on May 22, 2026

If your data was exposed in Krispy Kreme’s November 2024 breach, you may be owed $75 in cash — or up to $3,500 for documented losses — but the claim deadline is June 22.

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