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Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey
More Americans are cutting back on groceries and heating their homes as they battle soaring energy prices. Consumer Reports released findings from a survey on Wednesday, Oct. 21, showing how rising electricity costs are forcing families to make difficult financial decisions. The report found that more than one-quarter (26%) of Americans have put their heat or cooling at "uncomfortable levels to save money" in the last two years. Nearly one in five (19%) said they have reduced their spending on groceries or switched to cheaper food options to pay their electric bills. Other ways fa…
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Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How
BJ's Wholesale Club is bringing back a popular Thanksgiving promotion as American families continue battling inflation and higher grocery prices. The warehouse chain is offering free Butterball turkeys to members who spend $150 or more in a single transaction. BJ's announced the annual giveaway's return in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22. Members must spend at least $150 on an in-store or online transaction between Saturday, Oct. 31, and Monday, Nov. 9. Purchases can also be made through the BJ's mobile app. Qualifying members will get a digital coupon worth $25 toward a free…
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Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study
Unworn clothes, slow juicers, and expensive handbags are among the purchases Americans most often regret making, according to a new study. Custom packaging company Arka released an October 2026 study called "Things People Buy But Never Use." The report highlights popular products that shoppers often purchase but rarely need again. The study examined public Reddit discussions about 20 popular products to identify which purchases generated the most regret. Researchers analyzed comments about how often people used their purchases and calculated the percentage of negative responses. Unwor…
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American Express To Slash 3,500 Jobs In Sweeping Restructuring: What To Know
American Express is laying off about 5% of its global workforce amid a major restructuring plan. The credit card giant will cut roughly 3,500 jobs worldwide, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, Oct. 23. The company is looking to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and prepare for the growing use of AI. American Express hasn't specified which departments or locations will be affected by the layoffs. The company employed nearly 77,000 people worldwide at the end of 2025. The cuts come as American Express reports growing revenue and profits. The company announced record third…
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JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know
JetBlue Airways is launching its first-ever child-free flights as part of a new adults-only vacation package. The airline is teaming up with Virgin Voyages to offer roundtrip flights exclusively for passengers ages 18 and older. The "Do Not Disturb" package can be purchased starting Wednesday, Oct. 21. The vacation will run from Thursday, March 4, through Monday, March 8, 2027. Chartered flights will take adult vacationers between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. Travelers will fly without …
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Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke
Taco Bell won't be ditching Mountain Dew Baja Blast, even after sister chain KFC announced it was switching its beverages to Coca-Cola. PepsiCo announced on Thursday, Oct. 22, that it has renewed its partnership with Taco Bell for 11 more years. The move will keep popular drinks like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Starry at Taco Bell locations nationwide through 2036. The agreement comes exactly one week after KFC said it was ending its 40-year relationship with PepsiCo. The chicken giant will replace its Pepsi drinks with Coca-Cola products by the end of March 2027. Both Taco Bell and KFC …
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Airbnb Changes Rules For Chores At Checkout: What Guests Should Know
Airbnb is limiting how many chores guests can be required to do before leaving their rentals. The short-term vacation rental platform is introducing new guidelines for hosts worldwide starting Friday, Nov. 20. The changes come after complaints from guests who were expected to complete many tasks despite paying cleaning fees. Under the new policy, hosts generally won't be allowed to require guests to strip beds, take trash offsite, or wash and put away dishes. "To help set clear expectations and create positive experiences, hosts may set house rules and requests for their listing,…
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Millions Of Toothpaste Tubes Recalled From Several Brands: See If Yours Is Affected
More than 4 million tubes of toothpaste are being recalled nationwide, including several children's varieties featuring popular characters. Pritam International Private Limited issued the voluntary recall for 17 toothpaste products, the Food and Drug Administration said in a report classified on Monday, Oct. 19. The recall affects Brush Buddies, evo, and ARU toothpaste distributed across the US. The products are being recalled because of "deviations" from federal manufacturing standards for medications. The FDA didn't further explain what specific issue prompted the recall. The r…
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Maryland Restaurants, Retailers Received Recalled Oysters Amid Multi-State Salmonella Outbreak
Oysters harvested from a Virginia river have been identified as the likely source of a Salmonella outbreak spanning 12 states, triggering a widespread recall and an emergency shutdown of shellfish harvesting. The oysters came from the Little Wicomico River in Northumberland County, where Little Wicomico Oyster Company collected the affected shellfish between Sept. 18 and Oct. 8, according to the Virginia Department of Health. Federal health officials are investigating a cluster of 27 Salmonella Telelkebir infections across 12 states, with oysters from the Virginia waterway emerging as a pot…
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Fire Risk From Leaking Gas Sparks Massive Toyota Recall: What To Know
More than 105,000 Toyota vehicles are being recalled because a fuel tube could leak gasoline, increasing the risk of a fire. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling 105,794 Land Cruiser Hybrid SUVs, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Wednesday, Oct. 14. The Land Cruisers are from the 2024 through 2027 model years. The problem involves a connection between a plastic fuel tube near the gas tank and a metal tube that delivers fuel to the engine. The connection could come apart if a retaining clip is lifted, allowing gas to leak.…
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Lay's Unveils New Chip Flavors Inspired By Holiday Favorites: When To Try Them
Lay's is introducing new holiday-inspired potato chip flavors, including some unusual and festive combinations. The snack brand announced its limited-edition Holi-LAY'S lineup in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new flavors will begin arriving at stores nationwide on Sunday, Oct. 25, with more varieties coming in November and December. The collection includes chips inspired by traditional Thanksgiving dishes, along with chocolate-covered varieties for the Christmas season. "The holidays are all about gathering around the table with friends and family, and food plays an important role…
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Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them
Ritz is going gluten-free with some of its popular crackers. The snack brand announced the launch of Ritz Gluten Free Original crackers in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new crackers are designed to have the same buttery flavor and flaky texture as traditional Ritz crackers. The gluten-free crackers will begin arriving at select retailers in October before expanding to stores nationwide in February 2027. An 8-ounce package will have a suggested retail price of $4.49. View this post on Instagram The new crackers are certified gluten-fr…
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