Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week
Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.
Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.
Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.
Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.
Baby fruit purée recalled over elevated toxin levels, FDA says
The new baby food recall affects "Tippy Toes" Apple Pear Banana Fruit purée because the product contains high levels of patulin, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The new baby food recall affects "Tippy Toes" Apple Pear Banana Fruit purée because the product contains high levels of patulin, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Peanut butter products recalled in 40 states over 'foreign material' contamination
Ventura Foods LLC initiated a recall of its peanut butter products distributed in 40 states, including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.
Ventura Foods LLC initiated a recall of its peanut butter products distributed in 40 states, including Arizona, California, Florida, and Georgia.
Living alone? The 'singles tax' that costs $10K a year
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Love is on the menu: Valentine’s Day 2026 food deals
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
Costco is officially retiring a decades-old tradition
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Costco CEO Ron Vachris confirms a major digital overhaul is coming to the warehouse in 2026 to eliminate a "clunky" in-store requirement for members.
Southwest Airlines is rolling out SpaceX’s Starlink WiFi across its fleet
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
Southwest Airlines is taking its WiFi on board its fleet of planes to the next level with Space X’s Starlink.
Cake mix recall upgraded to high danger level over undeclared allergen
B.C. Williams Bakery Service, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of its spice cake, Swiss chocolate cake and bread roll mixes because the products may contain an undeclared allergen.
B.C. Williams Bakery Service, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of its spice cake, Swiss chocolate cake and bread roll mixes because the products may contain an undeclared allergen.
Stellantis issues 'do not drive' warning for 225,000 cars with unrepaired Takata air bags
Stellantis' new guidance impacts certain models of Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mitsubishi vehicles built between 2003 and 2016.
Stellantis' new guidance impacts certain models of Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mitsubishi vehicles built between 2003 and 2016.
USDA: Ground beef distributed in several states recalled due to possible e-coli contamination
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
US to expand revoking passports for parents who owe child support, AP sources say
Parents who owe a significant amount of child support soon could lose their ability to travel internationally. Here's what we know.
Parents who owe a significant amount of child support soon could lose their ability to travel internationally. Here's what we know.
Jaguar Land Rover recalls over 2,000 SUV EVs over fire risk
Jaguar Land Rover’s new recall covers the Jaguar I-Pace model vehicles manufactured between 2020–2021.
Jaguar Land Rover’s new recall covers the Jaguar I-Pace model vehicles manufactured between 2020–2021.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Toyota recalls 141K vehicles over doors that could open while driving
Toyota is recalling about 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect.
Toyota is recalling about 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles in the U.S. after discovering a defect.
These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
Trader Joe's is America's favorite supermarket, but other chains won in the Northeast
Trader Joe's dethroned Publix to become No. 1 in grocery store satisfaction in the U.S. this year, according to a report by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.
Trader Joe's dethroned Publix to become No. 1 in grocery store satisfaction in the U.S. this year, according to a report by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.
Flight passenger mistakenly boards wrong plane, lands in surprising country after many hours
An United passenger realized their mistake midair when asking why the Houston trip was taking so long.
An United passenger realized their mistake midair when asking why the Houston trip was taking so long.



















