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More Pasta Sold at Walmart Stores Nationwide Recalled. See Product
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
The recalled 22-ounce fettuccine carries every lot code, and the FDA says customers can return it for a full refund.
11 Kitchen Staples That Go Bad Faster Than You Think
Gillian Manning on October 2, 2026
These items might not last as long as you think — and can endanger both your health and finances.
Money in a Minute for the Week Ending Oct. 2, 2026
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.
Over 4.4M Grill Brushes Sold at Walmart Recalled. See Which Products
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
A bristle can detach and stick to food, creating an ingestion hazard; check the model numbers and learn how to request a refund or store credit.
9 Words Every Taxpayer in America Needs to Know
Miranda Marquit and B.T. Ballenger on October 2, 2026
Terms like “AGI” and “refundable credit” aren’t just jargon. They directly affect how much you owe Uncle Sam.
Told You Don’t Need a Blood Thinner for AFib? A New Trial Disagrees
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
For years, patients in the “gray zone” were told it was a judgment call. A two-year trial found skipping treatment had a price.
Diamond Prices Hit Record Lows. 5 Ways That Affects the Ring You Own
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
Your ring hasn’t changed. What it’s worth has — and that shift can cost you in places you’d never think to check.
This Upscale Chain Offers 2 Menu Items Today for Just 79 Cents
Bianca Harris and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
The 79-cent offer is limited to 200 diners per restaurant, and one Texas location is excluded from the Friday promotion.
Midlife Crisis: Can You Live the Good Life Without Wrecking Your Retirement?
Kendall Blythe on October 2, 2026
Follow these steps to define your baseline, automate the process and spend the rest without anxiety.
Imagine Still Working in Your 80s While Your Grandchild Retires at 35
Kendall Blythe on October 2, 2026
Are you destined to keep working while younger generations clock out early?
7 Brutal Truths About Caregiving Costs That Are Bankrupting American Families
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
Caregiving is coming for most American families. The only question is whether you’ll be ready for it or ruined by it.
9 Hidden Costs of Downsizing That Catch Retirees Completely by Surprise
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
Downsizing your home is supposed to pad your bank account, but these hidden fees can drain thousands of dollars fast.
8 Common Fertilizer Mistakes That Can Damage Your Lawn (and What to Do Instead)
Maria Isabela Reis on October 2, 2026
Don’t let these missteps waste your money, harm your lawn or contaminate local water sources.
Get a Suspicious Text? Here Are the Signs It’s a Scam
Cody Godwin and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
Urgent demands for gift cards, look-alike links and fake family emergencies are among the clues that can help protect your money and personal information.
10 Died When Recalled Sprinklers Failed. Check Your Parent’s Building
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
The recall ended in 2007. But many faulty sprinkler heads were never replaced, and one assisted-living home paid the price.
When You Turn 65, There’s a 7-in-10 Chance You Will Need Long-Term Care. Don’t Assume Your Family Will Provide It
Kendall Blythe on October 2, 2026
They may be willing, but what if they can’t? Make a plan while you still can.
Will a Gas-Tax Holiday Actually Lower Gas Prices?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
A tax break sounds like instant relief, but the pump-price drop may lag—and Congress would have to act before the federal levy changed.
Paid an ATM Fee at a Gas Station Since 2007? You May Be Owed Money
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 2, 2026
It covers nearly 19 years of fees at gas stations and corner stores. Most people who qualify will never file.
Which Generation Carries the Highest Debt?
Betty Lin-Fisher and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
Gen X’s median nonmortgage balance tops $24,700, but the report also shows which generation carries the most auto, credit card and student loan debt.
Here’s When Sushi Is Healthy, and When It’s Not
Daryl Austin and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
Raw fish, sodium-heavy soy sauce and mercury levels matter, but choosing cooked seafood and vegetable rolls can make sushi a balanced meal.
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