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Starbucks Releases New Treats, Merch for Halloween Season

and on October 22, 2026

Black Cat Frappuccino and a $15 Bearista charm are on the menu and shelves now, but the $30 glow-in-the-dark cold cup is the splurge.

Here’s Why a Family Health Insurance Plan Costs More than $28,000

and on October 22, 2026

Workers now pay $7,471 of that bill, and their share is rising faster than wages, which grew just 3.7% over the past year.

Is Core Sleep Just ‘Light’ Sleep? Here’s Why It Matters

and on October 22, 2026

Light sleep fills 40% to 50% of a typical night, so a short ‘core’ number on your tracker isn’t a red flag.

Know This Odd Quirk before Visiting Puerto Vallarta and Nayarit

and on October 22, 2026

Your phone can flip an hour back and forth on this Mexican coast, where one municipality runs on a different clock than the rest of Nayarit.

Time to ‘Fall Back’ on Nov. 1: How to Adjust Your Body Clock

and on October 22, 2026

Nudging your bedtime later by 20 minutes a day before Nov. 1 eases the shift to standard time, and small habits like earlier dinners help too.

TSA Won’t Care It’s Halloween. You Can’t Travel With These Things

and on October 22, 2026

Masks and face paint must come off at the checkpoint, and prop knives or swords can cost you your flight if they end up in your carry-on.

The Most Reliable U.S. Airlines Ranked, From Best to Worst

and on October 22, 2026

Delta topped the list with 77% of August flights arriving on time, while JetBlue trailed at 59.7% and had the most cancellations at 6.2%.

What’s New at Holland America’s Revamped Bahamas Private Island

and on October 21, 2026

Guests can now buy a $125 day pass to a new Beach Club with all-inclusive drinks, and sailings to the island start at $399 per person.

Trump Offers Farmers Diesel Aid. Why Are Prices Not Budging?

and on October 21, 2026

Diesel set a record $6.52 a gallon in September, and Trump’s efforts to lower pump prices have yet to move the needle.

No More Doing Dishes or Laundry. Airbnb Eases Cleaning Load for Guests

and on October 21, 2026

Starting Nov. 20, hosts can’t charge guests fines or penalties, and no new house rules can be added after a guest books.

Cracker Barrel Adds New Dishes to Its 2026 Holiday Menu

and on October 21, 2026

Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes are on the menu, but the sweetest detail may be the free $5 bonus card for holiday pickups on Nov. 23 or 24.

Women Can’t Find This Medication. The Shortage Could Last Years

and on October 21, 2026

Nearly 20 estrogen patch formulations are affected, so women hunting for a refill may need to ask their doctor about gels or sprays.

This ‘Wonderland of Rocks’ Just Became America’s Newest National Park

, and on October 21, 2026

Chiricahua drew just 70,000 visitors in 2025, ranking 57th of 64 parks, and advocates expect that number to climb with its new status.

Social Security Database Gets Major Cleanup. Does It Impact You?

and on October 21, 2026

The agency added 17 million dates of death and corrected 25 million citizenship entries, but most beneficiaries won’t see any change to their checks.

Dunkin’ Code Gets You Free Coffee Today

and on October 21, 2026

Only one million codes exist for this app promo, and it unlocks a free coffee in any size on any drink, including the Halloween menu.

Getting Your GLP-1 Online? Check if the Pharmacy Making It Is Legit

and on October 21, 2026

Nearly one in five GLP-1 users now takes a compounded version, and a state board lookup can reveal whether the pharmacy behind it is licensed.

Lost Track of an Old 401(k)? Your Savings May Be Slipping Away

and on October 21, 2026

Automatic rollover IRAs often park forgotten 401(k) money in accounts earning 1% or 2% a year, where fees can outpace growth.

Apple Siri Settlement Deadline Nearing: How to File a Claim

and on October 21, 2026

Owners of certain iPhone 16 and 15 Pro models could get $25 to $95 per device, but only if they file by Dec. 21.

Jimmy John’s ‘Picklewich’ Is Coming Back With Plush Pickle Friends

and on October 21, 2026

Pickle fans can get a blind-bag plushie with the Triple Pickle meal, but the Picklewich leaves menus after Nov. 23.

You’ve Probably Visited Some of America’s ‘Most Dangerous’ National Parks. I Have

and on October 21, 2026

Falls, not wildlife, cause the most accidental deaths in national parks, and per visit, Alaska’s Wrangell-St. Elias ranks as the riskiest.

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