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Airlines Warn That Jet Fuel Is Running Low Ahead of Summer Vacation

and on April 16, 2026

Experts say a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz — already cutting off 20% of the global oil supply — could slash available airline seats by 30-40% worldwide, with U.S. travelers facing canceled flights and higher bag fees this summer.

Mercedes-Benz Recalls over 24K Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on April 15, 2026

Owners of these luxury sedans and coupes could lose engine power without any warning while driving — and the fix must come from an authorized dealer before June 2.

Live Nation Operated as Monopoly, Overcharged Customers, Jury Finds

and on April 15, 2026

Court filings also revealed a ticketing employee discussing “robbing” customers “blind” — and a judge will now decide how much Live Nation owes in consumer restitution.

Nail Polish Remover Sold on Amazon Recalled. See Product

and on April 15, 2026

About 4,000 units of a gel nail polish remover sold on Amazon contain methylene chloride — a chemical outright banned in cosmetics — and the FDA is urging buyers to stop using it immediately.

Gas Prices Are Dropping. These States Are Seeing the Biggest Relief

and on April 15, 2026

Indiana drivers just scored a 25-cent-per-gallon drop in a single week — and analysts say the summer fuel switchover could push prices even lower in the days ahead.

Bigger Tax Refunds Aren’t Changing How People Buy New Cars

and on April 15, 2026

With the average new car now priced at $49,275 — nearly $10,000 more than what most refund shoppers say they can afford — here’s how the gap between tax season windfalls and dealership sticker prices is playing out.

Avis Car Rental Settlement Could Pay You Up to $5K. Check Eligibility

and on April 15, 2026

Avis suffered a data breach in August 2024 that exposed credit card numbers, driver’s licenses, and more — and affected U.S. customers have until June 21 to file a claim for up to $5,000.

Which Cities Have Most Affordable Rent in US? See Where Atlanta Ranks

and on April 15, 2026

In the most affordable U.S. cities, renters spend just 15% of monthly income on housing — less than half the burden renters carry in the priciest markets.

Trump Threatens to Fire Powell if He Doesn’t Step Aside as Fed Chair

and on April 15, 2026

With Trump threatening to oust Jerome Powell and a DOJ probe clouding his successor’s Senate confirmation, the Fed’s independence — and what it means for your interest rates — is suddenly on the line.

The Blockbuster Cancer Drug Keytruda Can Cost Over $150,000

and on April 15, 2026

One lung cancer patient’s single Keytruda infusion hit $162,000 — and experts say millions more will feel the impact through rising premiums unless systemic reforms take hold.

‘Bar-Fight Rules’? Hurricane Season Forecasts Prompt Ominous Warning

and on April 15, 2026

Experts at FEMA and the National Hurricane Center are sounding the alarm that a “below-average” 2026 forecast is lulling coastal homeowners into skipping the very preparations that could save their homes — and their finances.

‘No Tax on Tips’ Law May Help Millions Buy a Piece of American Dream

and on April 15, 2026

The ‘no tax on tips’ law has an unexpected side effect: it could help 4 million bartenders, servers and other tipped workers finally qualify for FHA mortgages they were previously denied.

Checked Bag Fees Just Jumped Again. Don’t Expect Them to Drop

and on April 15, 2026

All five major U.S. airlines raised their first-bag fee to $45 within weeks of each other — and travel experts say history makes clear these fees only move in one direction.

Are Trump’s Tariffs Really Dead? Here’s What’s Happening Behind the Scenes

and on April 15, 2026

With the Supreme Court having struck down emergency duties, the Trump administration is quietly pursuing a new legal route that could permanently raise prices on everything from bicycles to baby gear to cheese.

7-Eleven Says It’s Closing 645 US Stores in the Next Year

and on April 14, 2026

For the fifth consecutive year, 7-Eleven’s store count is shrinking — and the chain hasn’t revealed which of its 13,000-plus North American locations will be cut.

This Cruise Line Is Raising Some Gratuity Rates

and on April 14, 2026

If you’re booked on an MSC Caribbean or Alaska sailing, prepaying your gratuities before May 11 could save you as much as $3 per person per night.

Own This Sam’s Club Christmas Decoration? You Could Be Owed a Refund

and on April 14, 2026

The recalled Members Mark 7′ Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck reindeer — sold for about $170 — can overheat and emit smoke, and Sam’s Club is offering buyers either a full refund or a repair kit.

Spring Can Boost Your Gas Mileage — If You Drive It Right

and on April 14, 2026

With the national average at $4.12 per gallon, a few simple driving adjustments this spring could meaningfully stretch your tank — and the Department of Energy’s tips go beyond just slowing down.

Macy’s to Shutter Store in This City in April Amid 2026 Closures

and on April 14, 2026

The confirmed April 26 closure at Pittsburgh Mills Mall is just one of 150 Macy’s locations being shuttered in 2026 — here’s the full list of what’s closing soon.

Economy Passengers on Air New Zealand Will Soon Have Flat Bed Access

and on April 14, 2026

For $495, economy flyers on the New York–Auckland route can book a four-hour flat-bed sleeping pod — and bookings open May 18.

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