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Barilla is buying one of America’s fastest-growing mac and cheese brands

The Italian pasta giant has agreed to acquire GOODLES, the buzzy boxed mac and cheese brand that hit store shelves just over four years ago.

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1 in 4 homeowners are making this extra mortgage payment. Should you?

Small extra payments can shorten your loan and cut interest costs, but your mortgage may be the cheapest debt you have.

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Where you retire matters more than ever. These cities just ranked the best in America

With retirement budgets under pressure, a new ranking compares U.S. cities on costs, healthcare, quality of life and activities.

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America’s housing market is splitting in two, and one group of buyers is getting left behind

Wealthier buyers remain active while affordability pressures increasingly push entry-level shoppers out of the market entirely.

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Disneyland as you know it is changing in a big way

Disney is reshaping some of its most recognizable areas as new rides, expansions, and a major Tomorrowland overhaul move forward.

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What is ‘cookie stuffing’? Why Bill Gates’s daughter is under fire over the online tactic

The little-known affiliate marketing practice can give companies credit for sales they didn’t generate, potentially taking commissions from others.

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Millions of homeowners could finally get a tax break that’s been frozen since 1997

A bipartisan bill would double the capital gains tax exclusion for home sellers, a move supporters say could convince more owners to put their homes...

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Homes in these 10 zip codes are still selling above asking—even as the rest of the market cools

While many sellers nationwide are accepting discounts, nearly every top-ranked zip code continues to spark bidding wars.

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Think you can afford a home? Here’s the salary experts say you now need

A new Redfin report finds Americans need to earn nearly $110,000 a year to comfortably afford the typical home—about $22,000 more than the median...

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Your daily Diet Coke habit could be negatively affecting your brain, new study suggests

Researchers linked regular artificial sweetener consumption to faster declines in memory, thinking, and verbal fluency among adults under 60.

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New condo mortgage rules could mean delays, denials and higher costs

New underwriting requirements could add extra reviews and paperwork before many condo mortgages are approved.

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America’s blood supply is so low the Red Cross is calling it a crisis

The organization says type O blood has dropped to less than a one-day supply, raising concerns about surgeries, trauma care and emergency treatment.

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Doctors say this everyday drink could cut your liver cancer risk by 47%

A major study of more than 130,000 people found one daily habit was linked to significantly lower odds of developing liver cancer.

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Went to the ER? The Trump administration may want your medical records

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is seeking detailed information about emergency room patients as it dramatically expands a decades-old...

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Want part of Amazon’s $2.5 billion settlement? The deadline is Monday

The payout covers certain customers who were unintentionally enrolled in Prime or unsuccessfully tried to cancel their memberships.

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Could your generic medications get more expensive? Trump’s new tariff plan raises big questions

Analysts say companies with overseas manufacturing face greater exposure if the administration follows through with tariffs of up to 200%.

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These cities just became America’s hottest buyer’s markets

Florida, Colorado, and several Southern metros are giving buyers more leverage than they’ve had in years as inventory improves and prices soften.

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Truth Social is selling real-time access to posts that could move the markets

The new service is designed for hedge funds, trading firms and developers seeking instant access to Truth Social posts as they are published.

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A new report explains why rent is getting cheaper in some cities—but not yours

National rents have declined for 35 straight months, but local construction is creating dramatically different outcomes across the country.

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Your next budget problem may not be electricity—but your water bill

A new Stanford study finds climate-related infrastructure projects could cause residential water expenses to double in some parts of the U.S.

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Why are healthy young adults getting colon cancer? Researchers may finally have a lead

Scientists are exploring whether slowing biological aging could eventually help prevent certain cancers before they develop.

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This lawsuit could change how airlines sell window seats

The proposed class action claims travelers weren’t warned that some ‘window seats’ lacked an outside view.

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These homes are selling at huge discounts—and buyers are taking notice

More discounted homes are becoming available as pandemic-era foreclosure protections continue to fade.

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From lifelike hands to gamified nudges, how technology is reshaping the future of healthcare

While design is crucial to make prosthetics or robot pants people actually want to wear, lessons from loyalty programs could also incentivize people...

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Congress has reshaped homeownership for 250 years. Is it about to do it again?

With a shortage of 4 million homes and first-time buyers struggling, Realtor.com says another legislative turning point could be near.

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Mars is changing M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst this summer

The candy giant is introducing synthetic-dye-free products as major food brands respond to pressure over artificial colors.

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New data reveals the surprising places Americans are booking for July 4

Travelers are searching for cheaper flights, all-inclusive resorts, and lower-cost alternatives to popular vacation hot spots this Fourth of July.

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A little-known housing bill moving through Congress could have a big impact on your next mortgage

Congress is advancing legislation aimed at helping community banks return to mortgage lending, a move that could affect borrowers nationwide.

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America’s first-time homebuyer is now 40 years old. A shocking new report explains why

New data shows one-third of Americans under 35 live at home as soaring home prices and rents make independence harder to afford.

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More than 2,000 Starbucks stores are closing early on June 22 after a promotion sparked national outrage

Starbucks Korea will shut every location early for mandatory training after a marketing campaign sparked national outrage and a police investigation.

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A costly mistake is tripping up home sellers in 2026—and it starts on day one

Buyers have more leverage than they’ve had in years, and sellers who miss the market’s first-month window are paying for it.

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Heading to Europe this summer? Travelers say this new border rule is causing hours-long airport lines

The EU’s new biometric entry system was designed to speed up border crossings, but some travelers report waits of up to six hours.

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Trader Joe’s shoppers have just days left to claim up to $102

A $7.4 million settlement could put cash in customers’ pockets, but the deadline to file a claim is almost here.

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Apple says these malls got so bad it’s leaving

Three Apple Stores will close this month as the company cites worsening conditions at their shopping centers.

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Barack Obama is on the ballot in California—but there’s a twist

Barack D. Obama Shaw legally changed his name more than a decade ago and is now running for governor.

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The AI boom didn’t kill Silicon Valley — it supercharged its housing market

Despite years of tech migration headlines, Realtor.com says AI wealth is keeping Bay Area real estate intensely competitive.

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Travelers just ranked the best airlines in America, and one major carrier slipped badly

Customers increasingly say reliability, Wi-Fi, rewards programs, and customer service matter more than cheap fares alone.

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The scariest part of LinkedIn’s layoffs isn’t the number of jobs cut

The professional networking giant is downsizing during one of its strongest financial periods in years.

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These two words that women say could lead to a health crisis

A new survey says 85% of women are paying a ‘comfort tax’ by prioritizing others over themselves—and it could have dangerous consequences.

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Gen Z is suddenly spending more time in one place they used to ignore

After years of streaming dominance, younger audiences are returning to theaters in record numbers.

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Capital One’s recent $425M settlement could mean money in your pocket this summer

Payments tied to savings account interest claims are expected to begin in July.

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This Buc-ee’s candy is going viral—and resellers are already flipping it for 4x the price

Social media loves the size, but the nutrition label is getting just as much attention

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When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

Energy Secretary Chris Wright says relief is coming, but it could take longer than drivers hope.

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This one shift in Gen Alpha’s habits could reshape the entire snack industry

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are buying snacks differently, forcing brands to rethink ingredients, packaging, and even trust.

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Buc-ee’s fans just discovered a frustrating catch with gift cards

A Florida man’s TikTok rant is putting the spotlight on a confusing shift that could leave some drivers stranded.

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In-N-Out announces 4 new locations and fans are already mad about what’s missing

The burger chain is opening four new restaurants across the country as it continues its steady push beyond California

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United just made your suitcase more expensive, Here’s how much

A new fee hike could push even more travelers to skip checked bags, setting up a messy summer in the skies.

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Sam’s Club is raising prices again. Here’s what you’ll pay starting May 1

Fees are jumping in May, even as the company promises bigger rewards.

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How marketing leaders at Clinique and ScottsMiracle-Gro are meeting consumers where they are online—and in AI

The two legacy brands opened up about their strategy in a discussion with Fast Company at SXSW.

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What Gen Z can teach us about commanding respect in the workplace

At SXSW, three Gen Z founders told Fast Company some of the lessons they’ve learned in launching and leading companies.

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