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Older Tesla Owners May Have to Opt for Trade-Ins to Get FSD

and on April 24, 2026

Tesla buyers who paid for Full Self-Driving on older hardware are now being told their car can’t support the feature — and their options include a discounted trade-in or a costly computer-and-camera replacement.

Heated Socks Sold at Costco Recalled After Customers Suffer Burns

and on April 24, 2026

The 32 Degrees Heated Socks linked to 13 burn injuries were sold at Costco for up to $46 a pair — and the company is offering full refunds to anyone who bought them.

Gen Z Loves ‘Alternative’ Investing. Or Is It Gambling?

and on April 24, 2026

Northwestern Mutual’s 2026 study found that 80% of Gen Zers who chase crypto and meme stocks feel ‘financially behind’ — and experts say some of what they’re calling investing is actually gambling in disguise.

Americans Are Moving Less. Why Is Gen Z the Outlier?

and on April 24, 2026

Bank of America data from millions of accounts shows Gen X and boomers are fleeing cold, expensive cities — while 20-somethings are flocking to places like Denver and Philadelphia even when the local job market is shrinking.

Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

and on April 24, 2026

The probe into billions in construction cost overruns at the Fed’s D.C. headquarters had been blocking Kevin Warsh’s path to the chair — now the Inspector General takes over.

Musk Says Teslas Are an ‘Incredible Value.’ Here’s How They Compare.

and on April 24, 2026

Tesla is sitting on 50,000+ unsold EVs while claiming its cars beat the market on price — here’s what the numbers actually show.

Mitsubishi Recalls More Than 108,000 Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on April 24, 2026

The corroded cylinders can rupture or cause the liftgate to fall without warning — and while Mitsubishi will fix affected Outlanders for free, notification letters won’t arrive until June 17.

Even with Insurance, Americans Fear Crippling Hospital Bills

and on April 24, 2026

A $4,354 hospital tab would push the average American to the financial breaking point — and seven in 10 insured adults say a bill under $10,000 would already threaten their ability to cover basic expenses.

Spirit Airlines May Fold. Is Now the Time to Fly?

and on April 24, 2026

Travel experts warn Spirit could shut down within days — and if it folds while you’re on your trip, those rescue fares on other airlines won’t be anywhere close to Spirit’s price.

Here’s Why Most People Think Tipping Has Gotten Out of Hand

and on April 24, 2026

The average American spent an estimated $130 last year on tips they didn’t think were warranted — and 59% admit a digital screen guilts them into leaving one anyway.

Your Go-To Payment App May Not Work Abroad. What to Use Instead

and on April 24, 2026

The State Department has started warning travelers after consular offices worldwide saw Americans stranded without cash — and the list of apps that go dark the moment you leave the U.S. is longer than you’d expect.

Party City Returns with Stores within 700+ Staples Locations

and on April 23, 2026

After two bankruptcies and the closure of all its corporate locations, Party City is now operating from inside more than 700 Staples stores — with graduation deals already running through June.

Meta Set to Lay Off 10% of Its Staff as It Pushes for AI

and on April 23, 2026

The May 20 pink slips are just the first wave — Meta is targeting a 20% total headcount reduction from its 78,865-person global workforce as it races to catch up with Google and OpenAI in AI.

Lowe’s Is Set to Open 5 Stores in 3 States in 2026. See Where

and on April 23, 2026

The first location opens in June in Port St. Lucie — and shoppers will find a redesigned showroom with digital signage, a 3D design visualizer, and self-service paint kiosks unlike any current Lowe’s store.

‘Rich and Unemployed’ Podcaster Sentenced for $3.8M Fraud Scheme

and on April 23, 2026

The podcast host pulled off his $3.8 million identity theft ring while already serving time at a federal halfway house for a prior fraud conviction.

Airline Satisfaction Rises, but This One Major Carrier Slipped

and on April 23, 2026

Southwest Airlines held the top spot in last year’s survey with an 80-point score — then came the assigned seating, the bag fees, and the steepest satisfaction drop of any major carrier in the country.

Could TSA Chaos Return to the Atlanta Airport? DHS Funding to Run Out

and on April 23, 2026

The emergency funds keeping TSA paychecks flowing could dry up the first week of May — and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson already saw hours-long security lines the last time officers went without pay.

White House to Announce Drug Pricing Deal with Regeneron

, and on April 23, 2026

Regeneron becomes the last of 17 major drugmakers to sign on, but the secret terms and cash-only focus leave millions of insured Americans wondering what — if anything — changes for them.

Jaguar Land Rover Recalls 170,000 Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on April 23, 2026

The defect can cause complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting while on the road — and a fix hasn’t been developed yet, with owner notification letters not arriving until June 12.

How Will DC Residents Receive Money from $9.9 Million Live Nation Settlement?

and on April 23, 2026

DC’s attorney general sued Ticketmaster’s parent company for hiding fees and using pressure tactics on concertgoers for a decade — and $8.9 million of the $9.9 million settlement is now earmarked to go directly back to consumers.

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