DoorDash Offering Relief Program to its Drivers as Gas Prices Rise
Kate Perez and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
DoorDash is offering Dashers 10% cash back on gas and weekly fuel relief payments of up to $15 as gas prices surge past $3.90 a gallon nationwide.
Torrid Closed Over 150 Stores Nationwide in 2025. Here’s Why.
Amaris Encinas and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Plus-size retailer Torrid shuttered 151 locations last year as part of a strategy to cut costs. The chain’s total store count dropped to about 560.
Public Health Alert Issued for this Ground Beef Product. Here’s Why.
Michelle Del Rey and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
A public health alert has been issued for White Oak Pastures ground beef over metal contamination concerns. Here’s what to know if you bought it.
Easter Spending on Candy, Food, Gifts Could Crack $25 Billion in 2026
George Petras and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Americans are projected to spend a record $24.9 billion on Easter in 2026, up 5.5% from last year. Here’s where the money is going.
Here Are the Safest Small Cars for 2026 — and They’re All Under $30K
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Seven models earned the insurance industry’s highest safety honors this year, and none will break the bank.
Risks From Hail Damage Surge, Putting 43.5M Homes in Peril
Andrea Riquier and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
A new report finds hailstorms can now rival Category 4 hurricanes in financial damage — and millions of affordable homes are in the crosshairs.
Tesla Model 3 Performance vs. BMW i3: Which Electric Car Is Better?
Charles Singh and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
BMW’s upcoming i3 promises 440 miles of range and ultra-fast charging, but Tesla’s proven track record and Supercharger network are tough to beat.
States Mull Suspending Gas Tax to Cut Prices. Is Yours Next?
Eduardo Cuevas, Sarah D. Wire and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Georgia already suspended its gas tax for 60 days, but other states aren’t rushing to follow — and some governors say the relief never reaches drivers.
Five Guys Replaces Fry Cups With Paper Bags. Here’s the Consensus.
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Not everyone is loving the switch — especially when it comes to grease and portion sizes.
Starbucks Releases Hannah Montana Secret Menu Refresher. How to Order.
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
The coffee chain just dropped a secret menu drink you can only order through the app — and it won’t last long.
Why Some Travelers Are Canceling Trips Right Now
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on March 24, 2026
Geopolitical tensions, airport chaos and rising airfares are converging into a perfect storm — and booking data shows the impact is already measurable.
Is It Cheaper to Drive or Fly for Your Next Vacation? It’s Complicated
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on March 23, 2026
With gas prices surging past $4 and airport security lines stretching for hours, the math on your spring break trip just got a lot messier.
Police Confiscate Barbies Containing Fentanyl in Missouri Store
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on March 23, 2026
The dolls were found at a discount store that sells damaged and abandoned freight — and all five had the deadly drug taped inside the packaging.
Final March Social Security Payments Hit This Week
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on March 23, 2026
A new CBO report just moved up the trust fund’s depletion date — and this week’s checks could look very different by 2032.
Trader Joe’s Announces Release Date for Large Lavender and Pink Tote
Kate Perez and USA TODAY on March 22, 2026
The grocery chain’s wildly popular tote bag line is getting a new colorway — and it drops tomorrow.
US, Iran Threaten More Energy Strikes as Gas Prices Surge. What to Know
Kathryn Palmer and USA TODAY on March 22, 2026
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively shut and Brent crude soaring, the average gallon of gas has jumped nearly a dollar in three weeks.
Where’s My Tax Refund? More Americans Are Counting on Them in 2026
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on March 22, 2026
Nearly half of filers say they’re relying on an IRS check this year — and the average refund is bigger than ever.
Moving Abroad? Think Small Towns for Big Savings, Great Quality of Life
Andrea Riquier and USA TODAY on March 22, 2026
Forget the big-name cities — these under-the-radar communities offer comfortable living for as little as $2,000 a month.
Publix to Open 5 New Stores by End of April. See Upcoming Locations.
Fernando Cervantes Jr. and USA TODAY on March 20, 2026
Three of the five new locations will be in the chain’s home state, with openings starting as soon as next week.
U.S. Stocks Slide, Nasdaq, Dow Near Correction Amid Iran War
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on March 20, 2026
The fourth straight week of losses has the Dow and Nasdaq teetering on the edge of correction territory as surging oil prices ripple through the economy.
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