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She Thought She Donated $50. A Tap-to-Pay Scam Took $1,000 Instead
Susan Tompor and USA TODAY NETWORK on July 27, 2026
AARP’s fraud chief says a stranger’s sob story and an unchecked tap-to-pay screen could cost you far more than you agreed to give.
Don’t Claim Social Security Until You’ve Done These 7 Things
Miranda Marquit on July 27, 2026
To get the most out of your Social Security retirement benefits, you have to think ahead.
Scammed on Zelle? Your Odds of a Refund Come Down to a Single Word.
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 27, 2026
One word decides whether the bank pays you back or shrugs. Most victims get it wrong — and lose big.
8 Everyday Habits That Extend Your Life for Little or No Money
Chris Kissell on July 27, 2026
These everyday habits can help you live a longer, more healthful life.
9 Overdue Replacements That Could Cost You More Than Just Money
Emmet Pierce on July 27, 2026
Being frugal isn’t smart if you put off replacing these items.
13 People Sick in Fourth Cruise Ship GI Outbreak in Less Than 2 Months
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on July 27, 2026
A National Geographic-Lindblad ship has sickened guests four times since May, and investigators still don’t know why.
The Dangerous Connection Between Processed Foods and Cancer Survival
Kristin Kurens on July 27, 2026
Dietary choices after a cancer diagnosis might be just as crucial as early detection.
How Trust, Emotions and Chemistry Are Reshaping the American Workforce in 2026
Vicki Salemi on July 27, 2026
Love is in the air in the workplace, but it’s not always the romantic kind.
NYC ‘Confident’ Legionnaires’ Disease Source Has Been Eradicated
Amethyst Martinez and USA TODAY NETWORK on July 27, 2026
After 89 infections and five deaths, officials tested 183 cooling towers to stamp out the source — here’s how to spot lingering symptoms.
Cyclosporiasis, Poop Parasite, Linked to PA; Is It in Philly?
Kaitlyn McCormick and USA TODAY NETWORK on July 27, 2026
Nearly 2,000 people nationwide have fallen ill as a lettuce-borne parasite outbreak spreads to Pennsylvania, with symptoms that can linger for weeks.
3 Morning Habits That Ruin Your Day — and 3 That Make It
Gillian Manning on July 27, 2026
Boost your mood and productivity by ditching bad morning habits and adopting better ones.
Your Gas Bill Is Up $1.10 a Gallon. Here’s How Much That Steals From You Each Year.
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 27, 2026
The war premium buried in every gallon adds up faster than you think. Here’s your number — and seven fixes.
You Have Been Flocked: Is It Worth Giving up Your Privacy to Feel Safer?
Kendall Blythe on July 27, 2026
Surveilled, tracked and recorded, whether you like it or not. Get used to it.
Think You’re on Track to Retire in 5 Years? Morningstar Says Beware the ‘Red Zone’
Kendall Blythe on July 27, 2026
If you’re unlucky, you might have another decade to worry about.
How Much Sweating Is Too Much? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on July 27, 2026
A dermatologist explains when profuse sweating is just genetics — and when it could signal a thyroid issue or worse.
Gold vs. Bitcoin: Which Investment Is Right for You?
Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
One planner puts a number on it: gold for 5%-10% of a portfolio, Bitcoin for just 1%-3% — here’s the reasoning behind the split.
Gold, Silver or Crypto: Which Performs Better in a Recession?
Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
Gold has averaged 28% gains across the last seven U.S. recessions — but Bitcoin’s track record tells a very different story.
Is Silver or Bitcoin the Right Choice for You?
Sharon Wu, CFEI, Special to USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
Bitcoin’s swings can run two to three times silver’s, but only one of the two has centuries of history behind it.
This Popular European City Just Introduced a Tourist Tax. What to Know
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
Edinburgh now tacks a 5% nightly fee onto hotel and Airbnb bills, with the surcharge expected to raise $67 million a year for city upkeep.
Cities Conserve as Colorado River Reservoir Faces ‘Dead Pool’ Crisis
Swasti Singhai and USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
Lake Powell sits at its lowest late-summer level ever, and Southwest cities are racing to cut water use before household costs climb.
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