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Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins Return After Lawsuit

Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins are returning for Halloween, nearly a year after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit alleging Hershey misled consumers about the candy’s appearance. The Hershey Company included Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins among its returning Halloween favorites as it unveiled its 2026 “Hersheyween” lineup, which includes more than…

How Much Income Do You Need to Afford Day Care in 2026?

For many U.S. families, paying for child care can take a significant bite out of the household budget. A new ConsumerAffairs analysis found families nationwide would need to earn about $205,000 a year for full-time, center-based toddler care to meet a federal affordability benchmark. That figure is more than twice…

Circle K’s 40-Cent Gas Discount Ends at Midnight

Need gas? Circle K is giving rewards members up to 40 cents off every gallon Thursday, Aug. 13, offering a one-day chance to save at the pump as families gear up for back-to-school spending. The deal is available through 11:59 p.m. local time at participating locations nationwide. The discount is…

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Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Here’s Thursday’s news. Karoline Leavitt is leaving her role as White House press secretary. Nick Reiner faces new charges in the Rob and Michele Reiner murder case. Sixteen inmates were hospitalized after a lightning strike at an Ohio prison. Nicole Fallert here, still excited I…

I Drove a Popular Hybrid SUV. What I Learned About the Kia Telluride

As it enters its second generation, Kia’s popular Telluride SUV has become so important to the South Korean automaker that some company officials refer to it as the “Selluride.” Kia has sold 85,418 Tellurides through the end of July 2026, up from 71,913 it sold during the same period last…

6 Things to Do Before Your Check Expires

If you ordered dinner through Grubhub over the past few years, check your mailbox. There might be a check sitting in there with your name on it. On Aug. 12, the Federal Trade Commission started sending more than $23.8 million to people the agency says Grubhub cheated. That’s 640,038 separate…

Trader Joe’s Launches ‘Lovely, Electrifying’ Lime Green Insulated Bag

Trader Joe’s has added yet another colorful tote to its ever-growing collection. The California-based grocer released a lime-green version of its 8-gallon insulated tote bag at the top of the month, and fans are already raving. “Oh my GOD this is stunning,” a Reddit user wrote in the comments of…

How to Build a 50/30/20 Budget — and the Apps That Make It Easier

A budget can help you understand where your money is going, but sticking to one is often easier said than done. That’s why many people pair a simple budgeting framework with a budgeting app that automatically tracks spending, categorizes purchases and monitors progress toward savings goals. One of the most…

8 Toxic Money Traps Forcing Retirees Back to Work

The dream of a relaxing retirement can quickly shatter if you aren’t prepared for the hidden costs of aging. With inflation pushing everyday prices higher and unexpected expenses popping up, a terrifying number of seniors are dusting off their resumes and taking minimum-wage jobs just to survive. But going back…