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Tired of walking 10,000 steps a day? You can aim for this instead, research suggests

For some, getting 10,000 steps a day may translate to walking five miles. New research says you may be able to take far fewer daily steps and still...

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What still causes the plague in the US?

Person-to-person spread of the plague hasn't been seen in the U.S. in more than a century - so what causes the occassional cases?

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More stamp price changes are expected: How expensive could they get?

Forever stamps just got more expensive, and more price changes are on the horizon.

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What is the Presidential Fitness Test?

Kids, lace up your sneakers and prepare to stretch: the Presidential Fitness Test is coming back.

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Over 100 JCPenney stores sold: What happens now?

The deal is expected to close by early September.

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Food Network to pay 'tribute' to Anne Burrell on new season of 'Worst Cooks': When to watch

Burrell had starred “Worst Cooks in America" since its debut in 2010.

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Who will — and won't — have a three-payday August

Are you in for a triple payday month?

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IKEA opening new, smaller-footprint stores in 6 cities this year: What's inside

They're not the sprawling warehouses you've come to associate with IKEA — some don't even serve Swedish meatballs.

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IKEA opening new, smaller-footprint stores in 6 cities this year: What's inside

They're not the sprawling warehouses you've come to associate with IKEA — some don't even serve Swedish meatballs.

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Ozzy Osbourne dies 'surrounded by love,' weeks after farewell show, family says

His family said he passed away Tuesday morning.

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Cane sugar: What is it, and where can you already find it?

Coca-Cola made a major announcement — or rather, confirmed an announcement made by President Donald Trump last week — that it will launch a cane...

22.07.2025 2

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Have this giant, noxious weed in your yard? How to get rid of it — without burning yourself

It's giant, it's noxious, and when mishandled, it can leave your skin burnt and blistered.

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Culver's to open nearly two dozen new restaurants in 11 states this year

Culver's has at least two locations in more than 25 states.

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Costco begins swapping out Pepsi products at food courts

The change may upend your $1.50 hot dog and soda combo.

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Multistate salmonella outbreak linked to recalled frozen sprouted beans: CDC, FDA

Federal food and health officials have connected a salmonella outbreak impacting patients in 10 states to frozen sprouted beans that have been...

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Stamps just got more expensive: How much sending mail costs now

The price to send a letter or postcard went up Sunday — here's what to know.

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How you receive your Social Security, VA benefits may change in fall: What to know

There have already been several changes to government benefit payments this year, and more are on the way.

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The national parks where international visitors could face a surcharge under Trump order

Charging international visitors more to visit some of the national parks will bring in an estimated $90 million, according to the Department of...

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How no taxes on tips could impact you

Among the multiple provisions within the bill President Donald Trump signed last week are several that could directly impact you, including no tax on...

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Retired, or will be soon? How Trump's megabill could impact you

Here are a few provisions from the megabill President Trump signed into law last week that may impact you if you're retired or will be soon.

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Trump order calls for national park fee hikes for some: What to know

The move could bring in $90 million, according to the Interior Department's budget proposal.

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Buc-ee's is expanding: Where future travel centers are set to open

You've likely heard of Buc-ee's, even if there isn't one in your state. It may not be long, however, until one pops up near you.

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AT&T agrees to $177M settlement over data breaches: What to know

If you were impacted by a pair of massive data breaches that targeted AT&T customers, you could be in line to receive part of a settlement totalling...

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What is a 'magic minute,' and why can it last several hours?

As of Thursday morning, Jeffries has been speaking for more than 360 minutes.

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LIST: Which stores, restaurants are open for July 4 this year?

Whether you forgot something for your cookout or are looking for a quick snack on the way to the beach, several stores and restaurants will be open on...

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Radon: The odorless, cancer-causing gas that may be in your home

Radon is all around us, but exposure to high levels can prove detrimental. Here's what you should know.

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Deadline to claim part of $95M settlement over Siri snooping allegations nearing

If you ever thought Siri was snooping on you, you have only days to claim your portion of a $95 million settlement.

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Northern lights on Wednesday? These states could catch a glimpse, forecast shows

Activity on the sun could make the northern lights visible to a handful of states tonight.

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Over 800 Rite Aids to close, court docs show. Here's where

Another round of more than 100 locations have been designated for closure.

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NPS could impose surcharge on some national park visitors in 2026: budget proposal

“I think we’re way undercharging, as a nation, for international visitors,” Secretary Doug Burgum said earlier this month.

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Is $15 an hour enough? Only for DINKs in these states, data shows

Recently introduced legislation in Congress could raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour as early as next year - but is that enough?

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What should your thermostat be set at during summer?

A heat dome is going to make it hot and sticky for parts of the U.S. this weekend.

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Celebrity chef Anne Burrell of Food Network dies

Chef Anne Burrell, well-known for appearing on multiple Food Network shows, has died.

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Trump Mobile announced: When can you get wireless plan, new phone?

The Trump Organization unveiled its latest venture — Trump Mobile — on Monday. Here's what we know.

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List: More than 700 Rite Aid locations now expected to close. Here's where

More than 100 additional Rite Aid locations have been designated for closure, adding to a growing list of shuttering stores.

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Why you shouldn’t kick over every rock stack you see at national parks

It can be tempting to kick over - or even build - a stack of rocks, but officials have different advice.

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Geomagnetic storming could spark northern lights this weekend: What to know

Some of us could see the northern lights this weekend.

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Bill could make federal minimum wage $15: The states paying less than that

A handful of states already have minimum wages at or above $15 an hour. Others have rates far below that benchmark.

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Liquid Glass: What is Apple's new design feature, and when is it available?

A new design feature will be coming to your Apple devices soon.

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Eggs sold at Walmart, other grocers in 9 states recalled amid salmonella outbreak

The recall impacts 1.7 million cartons of eggs, federal officials said.

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Hundreds of pharmacies are set to close: How it could impact you

From efforts to turnaround business to a bankruptcy filing, hundreds of pharmacies have or are expected to close this year. Even if your pharmacy is...

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More cucumber products recalled as salmonella outbreak expands

Additional cucumber products have been recalled in five states over concerns of potential salmonella contamination as a multistate outbreak expands.

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List: The more than 300 Rite Aid locations outlined for closure in bankruptcy case

Rite Aid, the retail pharmacy chain that filed for its second bankruptcy in as many years in May, has identified more than 300 locations for closure.

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Some taxpayers may receive tax refunds in June: When payments could arrive

While many Americans have already received their 2024 tax returns, others are only now getting their deposits or checks.

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Map: Could we see the northern lights again on Monday?

A powerful geomagnetic storm is still be impacting Earth today. Does that mean you'll see the northern lights tonight?

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These states could see smoky, hazy skies Monday due to Canadian wildfires

Fires burning in Canada could bring smoky, hazy skies to parts of the U.S. on Monday.

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Northern lights, infrastructure impacts possible due to 'severe' geomagnetic storm: What to know

If conditions remain strong enough, the northern lights could shine as far south as California and Alabama.

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List: Where over 70 Big Lots stores are reopening this week

A fourth wave of Big Lots stores will reopen this week, bringing back nearly 80 locations in nine states that were previously shuttered as part of the...

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This national park is 95 percent underwater: Here’s what it’s hiding

The park is stunning as-is, but underwater, it feels like a whole new world.

31.05.2025 10

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Penny production to end: Should you start stocking up?

You may feel inclined to rush out and purchase a few rolls of one-cent coins and stash them away, either to use to cover oddly-priced purchases or for...

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