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Starbucks Releases New Treats, Merch for Halloween Season
Greta Cross and USA TODAY 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.
T-Mobile Just Raised This Fee for the Second Time in 2026. It Isn’t a Tax
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 22, 2026
It sounds official, and it just went up again. And the five-year price guarantee you may be counting on doesn’t cover it.
Here’s Why a Family Health Insurance Plan Costs More than $28,000
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY 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
Daryl Austin and USA TODAY 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
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY 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.
Missed the Oct. 15 Tax Extension Deadline? What Waiting Another 60 Days Can Cost
Kendall Blythe on October 22, 2026
Some charges started piling up back in April. A December date decides whether a much bigger one joins them.
50 or Older and Making More Than $150,000? Your 401(k) Catch-up Must Now Be Roth
Kendall Blythe on October 22, 2026
A rule in effect since Jan. 1 moves the tax break and changes the paycheck math. The test looks at last year’s pay.
Time to ‘Fall Back’ on Nov. 1: How to Adjust Your Body Clock
Janet Loehrke and USA TODAY 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
Eve Chen and USA TODAY 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
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY 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
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY 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.
13 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Mowing Your Lawn
Danielle Gorski on October 21, 2026
These mistakes can ruin your lawn and your lawnmower.
13 Surprising Tips for Having a Happy Retirement
Kathleen Coxwell on October 21, 2026
They may not be things you hear everywhere — or even want to hear. But they can help make your retirement happier.
8 Social Security Myths That Can Cost You in Retirement
Marilyn Lewis on October 21, 2026
What many people think they know about collecting retirement benefits is just plain wrong.
6 Tips to Help You Find Remote Job Opportunities
Danielle Braff (The Penny Hoarder) on October 21, 2026
Quit the commute and find a remote job using these tips.
No More Doing Dishes or Laundry. Airbnb Eases Cleaning Load for Guests
Eve Chen and USA TODAY 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
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY 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
Laura Trujillo and USA TODAY 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
Ignacio Calderon, Janet Loehrke and USA TODAY 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.
Mortgage Rates Won’t Drop Until 2028. 5 Moves to Make Now
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 21, 2026
The forecasters just moved the goalposts. If your plan depends on refinancing next year, read this first.
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