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Is It a Bad Career Move to Take a Sabbatical? Ask Johnny
Johnny C. Taylor Jr., Special to USA TODAY on November 10, 2026
A burned-out employee fears his sabbatical will prove he’s replaceable — but an HR expert says the real threat to your job isn’t the time off.
6 Things You May Not Realize a Clothes Dryer Can Do
Gael F. Cooper on November 10, 2026
Drying your clothes is just the beginning.
3 Cities Abroad Offering Retirees Beautiful Beaches and Modern Convenience
Kathleen Peddicord on November 10, 2026
Explore dream-worthy beach locales with everyday city convenience.
5 Reasons to Love the No. 1 Expat Destination in Portugal
Kathleen Peddicord on November 10, 2026
There are many places to love in Portugal. Here’s why you should head to Braga.
USDA Warns: Don’t Eat These Frozen Meat Products
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on November 10, 2026
Sesame and anchovy, two allergens missing from the labels, could still be sitting in your freezer, and no formal recall was ever initiated.
They Paid to Live at Sea. Why Residential Cruises Keep Struggling
Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on November 10, 2026
Villa Vie residents got only hours to leave before the ship stopped sailing, and earlier “cash calls” for extra money were a warning sign buyers can spot.
Eli Lilly’s CEO Says Half a Million People Have Filled Its Weight-Loss Drugs for $50 Through Medicare. 5 Rules Decide Who Qualifies and What It Costs
Kendall Blythe on November 10, 2026
The price is the same for everyone who gets in. The rules for getting in are another matter, and one common first step can lock you out.
E-Bike and Scooter Deaths Are up 27-Fold. 7 Ways to Stay Off the List
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 10, 2026
They’re in every bike lane and on every sidewalk now. The death toll is climbing, and the riders most likely to die may surprise you.
Heating Oil Jumped $2.64 a Gallon in a Year. 7 Ways to Pay Less on Your Next Fill
Kendall Blythe on November 10, 2026
Washington tapped an emergency fuel reserve for the second time ever. The bigger savings for your tank may be a phone call away.
Gotta Catch ‘Em All: You Can Get McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal Today
Julia Gomez, Mike Snider and USA TODAY on November 10, 2026
Each meal includes one of 15 mini toys and two Pokémon trading cards, but supplies are limited and no end date has been announced.
Stop Overpaying for Internet You Don’t Like. Here’s the Provider Customers Rate Best in Your Region
Chris Kissell and Kristin Kurens on November 9, 2026
Find out which internet service providers rank highest for customer satisfaction and discover if it’s time to make a switch.
Ask Stacy: How Do I Handle Health Care Between Retirement and Medicare?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 9, 2026
It’s the silent killer of early retirement plans. Here are six ways to bridge the gap before 65.
Is My Husband’s Ex-Wife Really Allowed to Draw on His Social Security?
Edna V. Forero, ChFC on November 9, 2026
For many remarried individuals, claiming benefits based on an ex-spouse’s record is not allowed. But there are exceptions.
Did You Know EVs Have Fluids? Here Is When You Should Change Them
Keenan Thompson and Detroit Free Press on November 9, 2026
Electric cars skip oil changes, but brake fluid, gearbox fluid and battery coolant still need replacing, often not until 45,000 miles or more.
I’m a Professional Thrifter. Here’s What I Do Differently When Shopping at Salvation Army.
Kentin Waits on November 9, 2026
Shop like an insider. Here’s how to hack Salvation Army for the very best bargains.
FDA Says Popular GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Rare Risk of Vision Loss, Blindness
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on November 9, 2026
The FDA’s review put the rare NAION rate at 6.4 per 100,000 GLP-1 patients, versus 3.8 per 100,000 in comparison groups.
Have Tattoos? You Can Get a BOGO Entree at Chipotle on Friday the 13th
Julia Gomez and USA TODAY on November 9, 2026
Ink doesn’t have to be permanent: a temporary or drawn-on tattoo qualifies for the same deal during a one-hour window on Nov. 13.
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.
Amazon’s CEO Touts 3-Hour Prescription Delivery in 350+ Cities. On Medicare, Your Drug Plan Still Sets the Price
Kendall Blythe on November 9, 2026
The same generic can cost you two different copays at two in-network pharmacies a few blocks apart. Here’s how to tell which one is cheaper.
The Hidden $1,500-a-Year Threat to Your Retirement
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on November 9, 2026
Half of GLP-1 users fear choosing between their medication and retirement savings, and 17% have already taken on debt to keep paying for it.
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