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Medical Bills Stress Americans amid Rising Inflation, Federal Cuts
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on October 27, 2026
Medicaid work rules and ACA subsidy expirations are squeezing household budgets, and one Pennsylvania caregiver’s premium jumped from $400 to $865 a month.
Carnival Isn’t the Only Cruise Line Using Dynamic Pricing for Add-Ons
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on October 27, 2026
Starting Dec. 1, Carnival’s Wi-Fi and drink package prices will shift with sailing length and season, and experts expect rivals to follow.
Medicare’s Free Yearly Checkup Isn’t a Physical. Ask for One and You May Pay
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 27, 2026
The visit costs nothing. Say the wrong thing in the exam room, though, and the bill that follows can be the full price.
Romance Scammers Stole $9M From Elderly to Buy Jewels, Lamborghini
Marc Ramirez and USA TODAY on October 26, 2026
Twin brothers from Ghana and an American woman admitted to a dating-app scheme that hit victims in 25 states, Germany and Austria, using AI-driven video.
3 Easy Changes That May Cut Stroke and Heart Disease Risk up to 57%
Kristin Kurens on October 26, 2026
Research shows that combining modest lifestyle tweaks can significantly improve your overall health.
Volkswagen Recalls Over 9,000 Audi Vehicles. See Affected Models
Amaris Encinas and USA TODAY on October 26, 2026
Owners of affected Q4 e-Tron models may need to cap charging at 80% until a repair arrives, and some batteries may not meet quality standards.
4 Times Watering Your Lawn Does More Harm Than Good
Andie Ioo on October 26, 2026
Here’s when too much water can be a bad thing.
5 Money Issues on Your Midterm Ballot, Whoever You Vote For
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 26, 2026
Whoever wins Congress, these five fights land on your bills. One of them hits two days before you vote.
A Bearista Cup Surprise Box Is Coming to Starbucks. How to Get One
Greta Cross, Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on October 26, 2026
Starbucks’ Bearista blind box hides one of several designs, and it lands at U.S. stores on Nov. 10 while supplies last.
Over 68,000 Lexus Vehicles Recalled. See the Affected Models
Julia Gomez and USA TODAY on October 26, 2026
Owners of 2022-2024 Lexus NX models can get a free software fix at the dealer, and notification letters are expected by Dec. 7.
Overspending on Streaming Services? Here Are 3 Ways to Rein It In
Mike Strayer on October 26, 2026
For many Americans, streaming spending is starting to look like the cable bills they wanted out of.
Home Repair Costs Jumped 76% in a Decade. 6 Ways to Keep Your Costs Down
Kendall Blythe on October 26, 2026
Three-quarters of these projects are paid for straight out of savings, but you can minimize those withdrawals.
The Healthiest Types of Halloween Candy, According to Experts
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on October 26, 2026
A single package of Reese’s peanut butter cups holds 21 grams of added sugar, more than double the federal per-meal guideline.
Clocks Fall Back Nov. 1. 6 Ways to Keep It From Wrecking Your Sleep
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 26, 2026
Everybody loves the extra hour. Stanford researchers say the switch itself is the problem, and the fix starts the morning after.
‘Leaky Gut’ Isn’t a Medical Diagnosis. Here’s What It Really Means
Daryl Austin and USA TODAY on October 25, 2026
Social media blames ‘leaky gut’ for everything from bloating to eczema, but no reliable test can identify it, and the real culprit is what matters.
Why Women Delay Mammograms – and How 2 Radiologists Hope to Help
Kelly Rogers Victor and The Detroit News on October 25, 2026
Radiologists are redesigning screening around pain, anxiety and scheduling, and one is testing a 30-second CT scan as a mammogram alternative.
Our Dog Is Turning 10. How Much Would I Spend to Extend His Life?
Daniel de Visé and USA TODAY on October 25, 2026
Vet bills for a dying pet can run into the thousands, and Rover puts lifetime pet costs at $39,350 for a medium-sized dog.
How Hot You Drink Your Tea May Affect Heart Health
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on October 24, 2026
Drinking tea at least three days a week was tied to an 11% lower risk of vascular disease, but scalding-hot tea pointed the other way.
Marijuana Legalization Tied to Rise in Heart Hospitalizations, Study Finds
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on October 24, 2026
Hospital admissions for heart rhythm problems, heart failure and heart attacks rose faster in 13 Western states after cannabis sales became legal.
Dollywood Reveals What’s Coming in Its First Full Season without Dolly
Devarrick Turner and Knoxville News Sentinel on October 24, 2026
A $124.99 Summer Fun Pass offers the cheaper route in, but current passholders have until Nov. 1 to renew at $159.99-$354.99.
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