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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…
ChameleonsEye / Shutterstock.comTaxes are impacting more folks who sell their homes, particularly if the property has seen a significant increase in value. Since 1997, most home sellers have been able to exclude from capital gains taxes up to $500,000 of the profit made when selling a primary home. But that limit has never been indexed for inflation. As a result of appreciating property values, a recent analysis by the…
Johnson / Money Talks NewsYour portfolio just got a reprieve. Don’t waste it. President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran late Tuesday, and within hours the entire financial world flipped on its head. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared 2.95%, the S&P 500 gained 2.56%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite surged 3.46% at the open Wednesday. Oil? Crushed. West Texas Intermediate (WTI)…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersAmerican consumers are hunting for cheaper gas following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States, Israel, and Iran, contingent on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. It’s unclear if they’ll find it any time soon. Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth told reporters April 8 the American military had “done its part for now,” but “remains ready” to resume…
USA TODAY Network / ReutersNothing feels more like adulting than doing your taxes. Tax Day is fast approaching on April 15, and young people today have more resources than ever to help them file quickly and cheaply, from artificial intelligence to social media to good, old-fashioned answers from mom and dad. But the expanse of resources for young people can be not only overwhelming but also misleading…