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This dime could sell for more than $1 million: How to tell if yours is worth the same

If you have a really, really old dime, you may want to give it a look.

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Sunrises before 5 a.m.? How permanent standard time would impact summer mornings

Summer mornings could feel a lot different if we stopped observing daylight saving time during part of the year.

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NOAA, almanacs release fall weather predictions: What could it be like near you?

Cold and wet, hot and dry - what's in store for you may depend on the forecast you look at.

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Where northern lights may shine amid geomagnetic storm watches

If conditions are right, you may catch a glimpse of the northern lights.

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From a theme park to moss: The things named after Dolly Parton

You may have to do some trekking to find some things named after Dolly Parton.

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Your favorite park may be near a Superfund site: Here’s how to check

A new study found that your favorite outdoor spaces may not be so far removed from pollution and toxic waste as you may have guessed.

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Places that have been renamed during Trump's second term

President Trump said renaming Lake Ontario is under "serious consideration." It wouldn't be the first place renamed during his second term.

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What is CTE, and how many former NFL players have been diagnosed with it?

So far, the degenerative brain disease has only been diagnosed after a person's death.

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Claim deadline nears for $68 million Google Assistant settlement

There are just days remaining to submit a claim form.

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When is Labor Day? This year, as late as possible

The unofficial end of summer is fast-approaching.

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No more sunsets before 5 p.m.? How permanent daylight saving would change winter

A sunset after 7 p.m. in winter? That could be the reality for some.

23.08.2026 10

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These baby names are popular in one state and one state only: Data

Think your baby has a unique name? You might be right.

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Cases of 'scromiting' condition tied to cannabis use spike among teens, young adults: New study

The syndrome has long been linked to chronic use of marijuana.

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Almanacs release predictions for fall, winter – but can you trust them?

Sure, it's only August, but wouldn't you like to know what kind of weather to expect in the coming months?

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As US's cyclosporiasis cases surpass 15,000, these are the hardest-hit states

Not all of the cases have been linked to the lettuce outbreak, either.

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Your next Amazon package could come by drone as service expands to nearly 500 cities

It's a "sixfold increase" to the service, Amazon says.

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Eligible State Farm customers could receive $10 (or more): What to know

If you had State Farm insurance at any point last year, you could be receiving a dividend soon.

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Dozens of Trader Joe's stores 'opening soon': Here's where

If you don't have a Trader Joe's in your community yet, that may soon be changing.

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Cyclospora outbreaks with no confirmed sources grow: FDA

Nearly 14,000 cases of cyclospora have been confirmed in the U.S., according to the CDC. Last year, the U.S. saw fewer than 2,000.

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Want to 'live comfortably' in your state? How much you have to earn, per a new study

What it costs to "live comfortably" varies based on where you live and how large your family is, a new study shows.

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What is a peanut butter pay raise, and why you may not get one next year

It may feel early to be looking ahead to any pay raise in 2027, but some employers appear to be gearing up for increases unlike those they've rolled...

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Where the last 8 p.m. sunset of 2026 has already happened, and which cities are next

The days are getting "shorter."

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Warning over playset issued after toddler's death: 'Stop using immediately'

No recall has been issued, but federal regulators are urging consumers to throw away the sets.

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Whole Foods recalls additional products made with jalapeño peppers over salmonella concerns

This comes after dozens of other products sold at multiple retailers were already recalled over the same peppers.

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Projected 2027 Social Security COLA adjusted slightly after new inflation report

The formal COLA isn't expected for a couple of months, but projections say it could be one of the largest in years.

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$1 billion Powerball jackpot cut to less than $600 million in 31 states by taxes: Data

For the eighth time, the Powerball jackpot has been valued at at least $1 billion, but taxes would cut your payout to far less.

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$1 billion Powerball jackpot: Which payout option is best if you win?

A $1 billion Powerball jackpot is up for grabs.

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Senate passes bill that could change nickels and how you pay with cash

You've likely already noticed some changes when paying with cash.

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FULL LIST: Dips, salsas sold at major retailers in 26 states recalled over salmonella concerns

The salsa, dips, guacamole, and more were sold at Kroger, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Walmart locations across half the U.S.

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When does daylight saving time end in 2026? As early as possible

As warm as it is right now, late fall isn't that far away.

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Why pink seems to be the 'in' color of 2026, years after 'Barbie'

Even if you don't "like" the color pink, you may be drawn to it. There's science behind it.

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Salmonella vs. cyclosporiasis: How to tell what you have

Thousands of people have been infected with foodborne illnesses so far this year.

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Yet another cyclosporiasis outbreak appears as cases linked to recalled lettuce grow

This marks the fifth cyclospora investigation by the FDA since early July.

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Does permanent daylight saving time save energy? What studies have found

With a little less than three months until our clocks are set to "fall back" to standard time, the pressure to pass a bill that could prevent that is...

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Over 20K cyclosporiasis cases suspected in US as outbreak reportedly linked to 6 more states

All but three states have reported cases potentially linked to the outbreak.

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Why cyclospora can be deadly for some people

Michigan health officials reported what appear to be the first deaths in connection with the ongoing cyclospora outbreak on Monday.

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Raising Cane's to open several new locations in August, with even more on the way

With these new openings, Raising Cane's is inching closer to having 1,000 restaurants throughout the U.S.

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How often the summer sun would set before 8 p.m. under permanent standard time

Few would still have sunsets after 8 p.m. under permanent standard time.

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1 death, over 300 burn injuries prompt recall of lithium-ion hand warmers

An 83-year-old's death, as well as several fires and consumers being injured, have sparked the recall.

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More cases reported in cyclospora outbreak not linked to lettuce: FDA data

More than a dozen cases of cyclosporiasis have been linked to this new outbreak.

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Why flying without a compliant ID may cost you (and how to know if you have one)

There's still plenty of time to get in a vacation before the kids go back to school. Not having the right ID could cost you, though.

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More than 18,200 cyclosporiasis cases now suspected in US: Where it's getting worse

More than 10,000 cases have been reported in Michigan alone, adding fuel to the nation's largest outbreak on record.

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'Bring it': Late night host John Oliver eggs on Buc-ee's, encourages chain to sue him

Buc-ee's has been known to bring lawsuits against companies, accusing them of trademark or copyright infringement. John Oliver is daring the...

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Where are the US's safest big cities? New study released

Is your city among the safest?

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Dozens sickened across 17 states in salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs: What to know

The eggs were only distributed in a handful of states, while the salmonella cases have been reported in more than a dozen.

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How often the sun would rise after 8 a.m. under permanent daylight saving time

For some, the sun would rise after 9 a.m. for at least a few days in winter.

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Your state may have unclaimed funds in your name: Here's how to file for it

States are currently holding billions and billions in unclaimed funds. Some may even belong to you.

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Deadline to file claim in $2.5B settlement over Amazon Prime coming soon

You have just days to submit a claim to receive up to $51.

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Another cyclospora outbreak not linked to lettuce under investigation: FDA

At least 72 cases have been linked to this outbreak.

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Nearly 1.6 million eggs recalled over salmonella concerns: Full list of products impacted

Both white and cage-free brown eggs are impacted.

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