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Costco Has Ended This Online Service Without Notice
Costco has shut down its Costco Next online marketplace. The service, which would let Costco members order discounted products and services directly from several dozen companies, was shuttered recently. Among the companies available through Costco Next were Anker Electronics, Priority Bicycles and…
I’m a Professional Thrifter. Here Are My 11 Best Tips for Buying Secondhand Clothes
Have you noticed the price of new clothes lately? Call me a tightwad (you wouldn’t be the first), but $60 for an oxford shirt and $80 for a pair of jeans seems excessive, especially when there are other options — like secondhand clothes. Buying new when used will do is one of many dumb clothes
The Strange Insurance Paradox of the 21st Century
You stare at a dented bumper in the grocery store parking lot and immediately run the mental math. A body shop repair will cost hundreds of dollars, and you have full auto coverage. Yet, you might decide to pay for the fix out of your own pocket. This silent calculation happens in driveways and…
Think Walmart Has the Cheapest Groceries? These 6 Stores Are Actually Cheaper
We’ve been conditioned to believe Walmart is the undisputed king of low prices. But if you’re automatically driving to Walmart every Sunday to fill your fridge, you’re leaving serious cash on the table. According to a February 2026 pricing study conducted by Consumer Reports, Walmart isn’t the…
Taco Bell’s New Dessert Taco Has Churro-Flavored Ice Cream
The menu at Taco Bell just got a lot cooler because the ice cream taco is back, but only for a limited time. Ice cream tacos have been a hit for the Mexican-inspired fast-food chain and Portland, Oregon-founded ice cream company Salt & Straw. Last year, they teamed up on the Tacolate, a waffle cone
Target Beauty Studios Debuting This Month With Exclusive Offers
Target’s new Beauty Studios will debut at stores across the country this month. What Is Target Beauty Studio? The new in-house concept is described as a “reimagined beauty destination featuring an expertly curated assortment of more than 1,600 products from 90 prestige, emerging and global brands…
The New 2027 Lexus NX Ditches Gas Powertrain for Hybrid Setup
The Lexus NX is one of the most popular small luxury SUVs on the market because it’s affordable, refined and efficient. Toyota’s luxury division is taking its efficiency up a notch for the 2027 model year by completely discarding its gas powertrain. Lexus’ NX will follow in the footsteps of several…
Ranking 10 of the Best New Vehicles I’ve Driven in 2026
I’ve tested dozens of brand-new cars in 2026 for USA TODAY Cars to help consumers make informed leasing and purchasing decisions. There were some models I’d consider buying and some models I couldn’t wait to return. I test vehicles for a period of five to seven days and use them for a number of…
Sprouts Farmers Market Set to Open 24 New Stores. See Where
Sprouts Farmers Market continues to grow, and a new store could soon be opening near you. The Arizona-based grocery chain opened its first location in Chandler, Arizona, in 2002 and currently operates more than 480 stores across 25 states, according to the company’s website. Sprouts focuses on…
We Drove Two of the Most Affordable 2026 Cars. Here’s How They Compare
Auto industry analysts have already declared the death of the sub-$20,000 car in the United States as new car prices continue to rise, and cars that cost less than $30,000 are also disappearing fast. With consumers paying an average of $49,855 for new cars in July 2026, according to Cox…