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Dollar wobbles as fragile US-Iran ceasefire keeps markets on edge

Gemini / GoogleAndroid phone users can now claim their portion of a class-action settlement connected to Google’s collection of their data. The lawsuit, Taylor v. Google LLC, alleged that Google needlessly collected cellular data that it purchased from mobile carriers. The company denied wrongdoing in the settlement. “We are pleased to resolve this case, which mischaracterized standard industry practices…

USA TODAY Network / ReutersA raging fire believed to be arson wiped out a 1.2 million-square-foot tissue paper warehouse in California that serves the needs of roughly 50 million people, authorities said April 8. The six-alarm blaze in Ontario, California, happened at a warehouse leased by personal care and hygiene giant Kimberly-Clark early in the morning. There were no injuries to the roughly 20 employees who were in…

Gemini / GoogleFuel prices have ballooned since the U.S. and Israel started airstrikes against Iran. As of April 7, gasoline was up 40% and diesel up nearly 50% from six weeks earlier, before the strikes began February 28. That makes it the largest six-week increase in gas prices on record, both in percentage and dollar terms, according to a USA TODAY analysis of weekly data going back to the 1990s.

USA TODAY Network / ReutersWith consumer concerns about rising car prices mounting, automakers are showing off several affordable sports cars that start around $35,000 or less at the 2026 New York Auto Show. The annual New York City car confab is taking place as the average price of a new car reached $49,353 in February 2026, which is the most recent data available, according to Cox Automotive. The figure was up 3.4%

AndreyCherkasov / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Trace One.Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of adults choosing to drink less or not at all. Public health experts point to a combination of factors driving this trend, including increased awareness of alcohol’s health risks, the expansion of cannabis legalization, and changes in social habits as more young people connect online rather than in person. Shifting cultural norms, a broader focus on wellness, and evolving alcohol beverage labeling requirements have also played a role in reshaping drinking behaviors and consumer choices across…

Ground Picture / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder.Eye-popping health care costs these days can be enough to financially drown some households when medical issues arise. And even if you can afford health insurance, it doesn’t cover all the costs. That makes it hard not to consider the medical bills before you see a doctor or even visit a hospital. But it’s so important to take care of your health. It’s better to be bankrupt and alive and well than to die with more favorable finances. To help, we found some ways you can get…

Johnson / Money Talks NewsFor decades, the four-year degree was sold as the only ticket to a decent paycheck. That story is finally falling apart. According to TestGorilla’s State of Skills-Based Hiring 2023 report, 73% of companies surveyed used some form of skills-based hiring in 2023 — up from 56% the year before. Translation? The “bachelor’s required” line on a job posting is often just a leftover template.

USA TODAY Network / ReutersRising gas prices remain a top concern for Americans amid a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran that was announced by President Donald Trump on April 7. According to a new poll released April 7 by the Pew Research Center, 69% of Americans say they are concerned about facing higher gas and fuel prices if hostilities between the U.S. and Iran resume after the conclusion of the two-week…

USA TODAY Network / ReutersCostco has issued a recall for some Traditional Madeleines because the treats contained nuts, but did not list the ingredient on the packages. The warehouse retailer issued the recall on Tuesday, April 7, sending a notice to members who had purchased the products. The issue? Instead of Traditional Madeleines, the package contained Madeleines made with Chocolate Hazelnut filling…