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Why Your Tax Refund Is Late — and How to Track It

and on May 5, 2026

The average 2026 tax refund hit $3,275 — 11% more than last year — but five common IRS issues can hold up your payment for weeks.

Spirit Airlines’ Gift to Passengers, Other Airlines

and on May 5, 2026

With Spirit gone, analysts warn fares will rise in its former markets while JetBlue and Frontier scramble to fill routes — and bargain-hunters may face a permanently higher price floor.

The Trump Stamp: 19 Indelible Marks on American History, From Airports to a ‘Green Card on Steroids’ Path to U.S. Residency

on May 5, 2026

Some stamps wash off. Others are permanent. Trump’s stamps will be around long after the president steps down.

Delta Cuts Food and Beverage Service on Short Flights

and on May 4, 2026

Starting May 19, Delta drops all food and drink service on flights of 349 miles or less, affecting roughly 450 daily routes — about 9% of its network.

PlayStation Agrees to $7.85M Class Settlement. Are You Eligible?

and on May 4, 2026

Over 4.4 million PlayStation users were auto-enrolled in a $7.85M settlement — no action needed if you bought digital PS games from 2019 to 2023.

Spring Housing Market Stalls with Slowest March Sales Since 2009

and on May 4, 2026

Existing home sales hit a 16-year low in March as median prices climbed to a record $408,800, trapping buyers in what experts call a ‘double disadvantage.’

Gas Prices Rising in All 50 States as Average Nears $5 — How Much Worse Will It Get?

and on May 4, 2026

The national gas average jumped 35 cents in a single week to $4.46 a gallon, with diesel topping $6 in parts of the Midwest — and analysts warn prices may keep climbing.

Hurricane Season Is Approaching. Who Needs Flood Insurance in Florida?

and on May 4, 2026

With a 74% chance a named storm will reach Florida’s coast this season, most homeowners don’t realize their standard policy won’t cover a dollar of flood damage.

Check Your Fridge. This Recalled Aldi Dessert Was Sold in 7 States

and on May 4, 2026

About 2,800 cases of Aldi’s Specially Selected crème brûlée were recalled for possible glass contamination in 7 states — and no refund guidance has been issued.

Are Texas McDonald’s Getting Rid of Self-Service Soda Machines? What to Know

and on May 4, 2026

McDonald’s is phasing out all self-serve soda fountains at its 13,827 U.S. locations by 2032 — and free refills aren’t disappearing, just who pours them.

Scammers Have Succeeded — in Making Us Screen Out Real Life

on May 4, 2026

Too anxious to answer? Millions of Americans feel the same way.

Social Security 2032: 5 Steps to Stress-Test Your Retirement for a Massive Benefit Cut

on May 4, 2026

The trust fund deadline just moved up a year. Here’s how to make sure a benefit cut doesn’t wreck your retirement.

Frozen Pizzas Sold at Walmart Recalled. See the Impacted Flavors

and on May 3, 2026

The USDA expanded a dry-milk-powder salmonella recall to two Great Value frozen pizzas sold at Walmart, and regulators warn additional products may still be identified.

Who Qualifies for the Capital One Settlement? What to Know.

, and on May 3, 2026

If you held a Capital One 360 Savings account between 2019 and 2025, you may be owed money from a $425 million settlement — and no claim is needed.

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, Leaving Passengers Scrambling

and on May 2, 2026

Spirit’s confirmed shutdown strands ticketholders with frozen customer service, uncertain refunds, and miles that may vanish — here’s what the collapse means for your money.

Senior Caregivers Keep Working as Bills Rise and Support Falls Short

and on May 2, 2026

When an 83-year-old’s wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, he couldn’t afford home care — so he kept working, because Social Security simply wasn’t enough.

European Wax Center Agrees to $5M Class Settlement. Do You Qualify?

and on May 1, 2026

If you booked an appointment at WaxCenter.com between June 2023 and April 2026, you could be entitled to cash from a $5 million data privacy settlement.

Is Spirit Airlines Shutting Down Officially? What You Need to Know

and on May 1, 2026

Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shut down after failing to secure a $500 million federal bailout — and what happens to your tickets isn’t clear.

Your Relationship Status Is Now Linked to a Surprising Cancer Risk

on May 1, 2026

It’s not just your heart that marriage may be protecting.

Ford Recalls Over 179K Vehicles. See Affected Models

and on May 1, 2026

A loose bolt in the front seat frame of 179,698 Ford Broncos and Rangers could prevent proper restraint in a crash — and owners won’t receive notification letters until May 11.

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