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Counting Down the 5 Best Hybrids of 2026 as Gas Prices Rise
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
Hybrid interest hit 22% as gas reached $4.08 a gallon, but the five picks range from a practical compact SUV to an $81,850 luxury model.
PA Measles Cases Near 500 With 2 Deaths, and These Areas Have the Most
Finch Walker and USA TODAY NETWORK on August 28, 2026
Pennsylvania’s outbreak includes 83 hospitalizations and two deaths, while health officials warn that case counts may lag behind reality
California Lawmakers Pass Plug-In Solar Bill Aimed at Reducing Costs
Noe Padilla and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
Supporters say the systems could save $400 to $800 a year, but safety officials warn improper installations could cause fires.
Eli Lilly’s Diabetes Drug Mounjaro Gets Approval for a New Use
Ken Alltucker and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
The new indication could affect coverage decisions for high-risk adults, while insurers already distinguish diabetes treatment from weight-loss prescriptions.
How AI Is Helping Keep Critical Medicines on Pharmacy Shelves
Marc Saltzman, Special to USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans face prescription delays, while predictive systems could help prevent shortages, waste and costly treatment disruptions
Here’s the Average Social Security Payout for 9 Groups of Americans
B.T. Ballenger on August 28, 2026
Who receives what? Have a look at Social Security statistics.
Money in a Minute for the Week Ending Aug. 28, 2026
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2026
Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.
12 Great American Museums With Senior Discounts
Gillian Manning on August 28, 2026
Explore art, history and more at these museums across the country with special senior pricing.
Was Your Air Fryer Recalled? See Which Brands Were Pulled From Store Shelves
Cecilia Garzella and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
More than 3 million units have been recalled for fire, burn and wiring hazards, and some owners may qualify for refunds or replacements.
Nearly 25K Pounds of Frozen Buffalo Chicken Products Recalled: See List
Gabe Hauari and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
A Class I recall affects two Buffalo chicken appetizers shipped to food-service locations in five New England states, with no illnesses reported so far
Janet Blaser Quit Her Career at 62, Started Drawing Social Security and Retired in Mexico. Was It a Mistake?
Kendall Blythe on August 28, 2026
Blue skies, beaches and complete freedom — the ultimate retirement dream? Maybe not.
Bill Gates Says AI Will Kill Jobs. If You’re Retired, Here Are 6 Things That Are Scarier.
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2026
Everyone read Gates’ warning as a jobs story. Retirees don’t have jobs, but they have these reasons to worry.
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Cat? One Expense Jacks Up the Price
Maddie Rhodes and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
Annual costs can range from $577 to $4,044 before adoption fees and startup expenses, with insurance creating the widest swing.
Are Food Recalls Increasing Under RFK? What the Data Reveals
Dian Zhang and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
A record-setting outbreak sickened more than 17,000 people, raising questions about what recall numbers really say about the safety of your groceries.
The Gold Rush Isn’t Over. Just Why Do Americans Keep Buying Gold?
Kendall Blythe on August 28, 2026
Sometimes there’s just no substitute for cold, hard precious metal.
Buying a Sports Team Is a Better Investment Than Stocks or Gold, Data Shows
Jared Beilby and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
The Seahawks’ $194 million 1997 purchase became a $9.6 billion sale, but the comparison leaves out costs ordinary investors rarely face.
Confused by Car Insurance? 6 Types of Coverage Explained
Kendall Blythe on August 28, 2026
Is the state minimum enough, or should you consider optional extras?
Don’t Hold Your Pee In. Here’s Why
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
Frequently delaying bathroom breaks may leave some people more vulnerable to urinary problems, especially when other health conditions affect bladder function
Shrinkflation Hits Housing as New Homes Get Smaller and Prices Swell
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
New homes averaged 315 fewer square feet in 2025 than a decade earlier, while the cost for each square foot jumped 71.9% nationwide
Ranking the 10 Cars I’ve Tested in 2026: Which Is No. 1?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 27, 2026
Prices range from $24,650 to $81,850, but the most expensive SUV did not take the top spot in this real-world test
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