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Social Security Checks Go Out This Week. Who Gets Paid?
Payments land Wednesday for those born July 2-11, as a think tank floats capping benefits at $100,000 to shore up the program’s finances.
How to Walk to Reap the Cardio Benefits, According to Experts
A physical therapist breaks down the five heart-rate zones that decide whether your daily stroll actually counts as real cardio training.
Small Business Creation Is Booming. What’s Contributing to the Rise?
Business filings jumped 17% this year as laid-off job seekers, side hustlers and AI tools turn spare time into storefronts.
Your Water Bill Could Skyrocket Due to Climate Change, Study Says
A Stanford study finds some cities’ water bills could double within decades, pushing poorer households toward impossible trade-offs.
Night Sweats Can Ruin Sleep. Here’s What You Can Do About Them
A Mount Sinai OB/GYN explains the fabric swaps and prescription options that can end years of drenched sheets during menopause.
The Biggest Mistake Travelers Make in Turks and Caicos
Skipping the resort grounds for a local guide unlocks conch fritters, hidden beaches and a 75-year-old taxi driver’s insider tour.
Americans Fear This Retirement Setback More Than Death
A 67% majority now dread outliving their savings more than dying, and long-term care costs are a big reason why.
Is It Safe to Dine Out? Restaurants Respond to Explosive Diarrhea Bug
Some restaurants are quietly pulling lettuce and parsley from menus while major chains stay silent as cyclospora cases top 840 nationwide.
Your Next Forever Stamp Purchase Will Soon Cost More. See the New Price
The Postal Service’s July 12 hike marks a 100% price jump for Forever stamps since their 2007 debut at 41 cents.
5 New Ways Advertisers Are Tricking You in 2026
Scammers are using AI and dark patterns to trick even the savviest shoppers. Here’s what to watch for now.
It’s Not Just Produce. Where Else Can ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Bug Hide?
Health investigators suspect tainted floodwater and irrigation systems, not just produce, are fueling a nationwide outbreak that has sickened 843 people.
A Record Number of Young Adults Live with Parents. Why?
More than 25 million adults under 35 now live at home, and one economist says it’s a housing problem, not a job problem.
Grand Teton National Park Tourists Might Have Been Exposed to Measles
Wyoming health officials pinpointed exact dates, times, and stores – including a Wendy’s – where visitors may have crossed paths with the virus.
How Self-Service Travel Became Another Unpaid Job for Travelers
One traveler was charged $35 to check in with a human after his airline’s app froze — here’s how to dodge becoming unpaid labor for the industry.
When Is Food Unsafe? What Sell By and Best By Labels Mean for You
California just banned ‘sell by’ dates on groceries, with only infant formula and eggs kept exempt from the new law.
I Drove a Very Popular SUV. Toyota’s Grand Highlander Gets Our OK
A week behind the wheel of the hybrid Limited trim revealed over 30 mpg in the city and a starting price under $42,000.
NYC’s Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Continues to Grow. What to Know
22 people are now hospitalized in a Manhattan cluster traced to a cooling tower, and officials say tap water is still safe to use.
IRS COVID Tax Deadline Is Today. See How You Can File Online.
A federal court ruling means millions who paid IRS penalties between 2020 and 2023 could get a refund, but only if they file before midnight.
Woman Faces Decades in Prison for $300K Scheme Targeting TJX Stores
She swapped pricey rugs for cheap ones and copied a hidden store code, a scheme that fooled cashiers at TJ Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods.
Sales Tax Holidays Are Coming to 18 States, With School Savings and More
Mississippi’s tax-free weekend starts July 10, and some states now waive tax on laptops up to $1,500 and even hurricane supplies.
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