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5 Ways to Save on Air Conditioning This Summer

aslysun / Shutterstock.comAs the temperature exceeds triple digits in many locations this summer, our electric bills are spiraling upward with the heat index. Except for a hardy few, going without air conditioning is probably not a practical cost-cutting measure. Still, there are ways to save energy and cut your electric…

Forget 30 Dolls: Rising Tariffs Are Reshaping the Toy Shelf

Gorlov Alexander / Shutterstock.comToy prices rose at a record pace this spring, increasing 2.2% between April and May while overall inflation rose just 0.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Industry experts warn that toy prices may climb further as fresh tariffs on Chinese imports continue to strain supply…

From Slump to Shrug: Americans Slightly More Upbeat About Economy

Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.comConsumer sentiment saw a surprise rebound in June, offering a rare flicker of optimism after half a year of decline. The University of Michigan’s preliminary reading for the month climbed to 60.5 (on a 0–100 index), up from 52.2 in May, according to MarketWatch. That result beat economists’…

Medicaid Shakeup: Millions at Risk Under New Work Rules

bixstock / Shutterstock.comCongressional Republicans are considering legislation that could transform health care access for millions by tying Medicaid eligibility to work requirements. Analysts say the potential shift may jeopardize care access for millions, CNBC reports. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” currently under consideration in both chambers of Congress, includes…

With AI-Powered Crypto Fraud on the Rise, Can You Safeguard Your Investments?

thanun vongsuravanich / Shutterstock.comScammers are utilizing artificial intelligence to establish fake relationships, create convincing replica websites, and automate intricate fraud schemes that once required entire teams. According to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, crypto scam revenue reached at least $9.9 billion in 2024. The total could rise to $12.4 billion once…

Bye Bye Bartell, Hello CVS: What This May Mean for Your Next Prescription

Jeff Bukowski / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. CVS recently announced it is retiring the Bartell Drugs brand name and converting the remaining 20 or so locations…

Starbucks Just Changed Add-on Pricing: Here’s What It’ll Cost You Now

Sergey Kohl / Shutterstock.comYour daily Starbucks run might start looking a little different at the register. The coffee giant is rolling out a new system for drink add-ins like syrups, sauces, matcha, and more, according to CBS News. The goal is to streamline charges and make pricing more consistent across…

Kroger to Close 60 Stores and Invest in Customer Experience

Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.comKroger, the country’s largest supermarket operator by revenue, plans to close 60 of its grocery stores across the U.S. over the next year and a half, CBS News reports. The closures represent roughly 5% of the Cincinnati-based retailer’s 1,239 Kroger-branded stores spanning 16 states. Although shoppers may…

Are You Saving Enough? See How Your 401(k) Stacks up Against National Averages

DD Images / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Today’s workers are contributing more to their 401(k) accounts than ever before, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re all…

Car Insurance Rates Jump 22% As Coverage Costs Climb

Dusan Petkovic / Shutterstock.comCar insurance premiums are climbing sharply, squeezing drivers even as inflation cools in other areas. According to the Associated Press (AP), rates rose 2.6% in March and are up 22% from a year ago. While food and energy prices have stabilized, rising coverage costs continue to burden…