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Have VA Health Care? 6 Reasons Not to Skip Medicare Part B
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 9, 2026
Plenty of veterans figure the VA has them covered. The VA says otherwise — and guessing wrong can cost you for life.
Walmart Refund Checks Are Going Out; Has Yours Arrived?
Kaitlyn McCormick and USA TODAY NETWORK on November 9, 2026
Scammers used Walmart’s money transfers to defraud customers from 2015 to 2024, and the FTC’s payouts come with a 90-day cashing deadline.
Snow Shoveling Is Linked to Heart Attacks. 6 Rules If You’re Over 55
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 9, 2026
It looks like a chore. Heart researchers compare it to a stress test — one you didn’t sign up for.
The Best On-Demand Streaming Services in 2026, Ranked by Experts
Olivia Bono on November 9, 2026
These platforms offer the best entertainment and bang for your buck.
Find Affordable World-Class Healthcare on This Historic Mediterranean Island
Lief Simon on November 9, 2026
Pay considerably less for fantastic medical care in the Mediterranean.
Starbucks Unveils 4 Unbearably Cute Bearista Surprise Cup Characters
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on November 9, 2026
Each blind-box cup comes with a personality card, but you won’t know which of five designs you got until you open it.
10 of the Best Places to Retire in Arizona (From Tiny Towns to Tucson)
Jim Gold on November 9, 2026
Retirement living choices abound in the Grand Canyon State’s big cities, small towns, forested mountains and sun-drenched desert.
Your Travel Voucher May Be Worth Less Than You Think
Christopher Elliott, Special to USA TODAY on November 8, 2026
Airlines and hotels have found a quiet way to keep your money after things go wrong — and it hinges on a voucher they’re betting you’ll never use.
How to Get the Most Benefit from Eating Toast
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on November 8, 2026
A slice can supply fiber, B vitamins and iron, but only if the label passes three checks dietitians say matter most.
Death Doesn’t Stop Bills from Coming, but You Don’t Have to Pay Them All
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on November 7, 2026
When a loved one dies, the bills keep coming — but experts say many can be delayed, negotiated down, or never paid at all.
The Flu Strain Driving This Season’s Unusually Early Spread
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on November 7, 2026
Flu activity started climbing in late August, and wastewater data shows the earliest onset in at least four years, driven by a mutated H1N1 strain.
Hertz Lets You Test a Car for 3 Days Before You Decide to Buy
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on November 6, 2026
Hertz’s TestDrive+ lets shoppers rent a used car for three days, with rental fees waived if they buy it. Here’s how the process works.
Occasional Marijuana Use Linked to Higher Stroke Risk, Study Finds
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on November 6, 2026
Even one to five days of cannabis use a month was linked to 40% higher odds of a reported past stroke in a study of nearly 443,000 U.S. adults.
6 Space Heater Mistakes, Including One That Costs $65 a Month
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 6, 2026
It’s a little box that keeps your feet warm. Used the wrong way, it can wreck your bill, or your house.
Starbucks Releases Its First-Ever Holiday-Themed Pup Cup Design
Saleen Martin and USA TODAY on November 5, 2026
The limited-run cup features a beagle-inspired pup design, and the 3.5-ounce whipped-cream treat is sold only at stores while supplies last.
9 Flight Attendant Secrets to Avoid Getting Sick on Your Next Flight
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 5, 2026
A study found tray tables carry eight times more bacteria than the toilet flush button. Here’s how the crew stays healthy.
New Measles Deaths Reported as US Outbreak Keeps Growing
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on November 5, 2026
Pennsylvania’s outbreak has passed 1,400 cases, and a WHO review on Nov. 10 could decide whether the U.S. keeps its measles-free status.
The Best Way to Dethatch and Aerate Your Lawn (and the Right Order to Do Both)
Rela Catucod on November 5, 2026
Using the right tools and techniques at the right time can help you grow a strong, healthy lawn.
Over 175K Air Fryer Ovens Sold at Target Recalled. See Affected Product
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on November 5, 2026
The door can slam shut when bumped during use, and the recall covers Target-sold units from October 2021 through June 2026
More Than 3.6 Million Ladders Recalled. See the Affected Products
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on November 5, 2026
Little Giant’s rapid lock ladders can suddenly retract, and reports include 19 injuries, so stop using yours and check the model list before you climb
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