Goodbye to this McDonald’s breakfast item: the fast food company will remove it from its menu on July 2

Exterior of a modern McDonald's restaurant with welcome sign, ahead of Krispy Kreme doughnut removal on July 2

The fast‑food giant and the iconic doughnut maker call it quits after a brief nationwide rollout that never left the test phase. McDonald’s lovers who added a glazed treat to their morning coffee will have to look elsewhere beginning July 2, when the chain officially pulls all Krispy Kreme doughnuts from its breakfast menu. The move ends … Read more

Say goodbye to plastic: Walmart’s new card aims to transform how millions shop and pay

Walmart storefront with new co-branded Mastercard credit card displayed in the foreground

New program will fold rewards, instant approvals and biometric security into the OnePay app for millions of U.S. shoppers. The world’s largest retailer is getting back into the credit‑card game. Walmart confirmed it will launch a new co‑branded card this autumn in partnership with its majority‑owned fintech OnePay, consumer‑lender Synchrony and the Mastercard network. The … Read more

It’s official: New rules going into effect in Washington on July 1 could affect your wallet and your job

U.S. Capitol building with justice scale and gavel overlay symbolizing new Washington state laws effective July 1, 2025

Fuel will cost more, estates may owe extra, and employees gain fresh protections as Governor Bob Ferguson’s first legislative package takes effect. Washington State is about to feel the impact of a sweeping batch of statutes that become active on July 1, 2025. From higher gas taxes to tougher equal‑pay rules, the measures aim to patch budget holes … Read more

Say goodbye to this amusement park: it is slowly approaching closure as the lease expiration date draws near

Roller coaster at California’s Great America as it approaches possible closure by 2027 lease expiration

California’s Great America may shut its gates after the 2027 season Six Flags hints at a ticking lease clock while Bay Area favorite still lines up summer fun California’s Great America has thrilled Northern California families for nearly half a century, but the ride appears to be approaching its final lap. During a June investors‑day Q&A, … Read more

Before and after: Social Security benefit dates shift around July 4 (Independence Day)—see full payment calendar

Young woman holding cash in front of American flag and 4th of July Independence Day sign

Many retirees and disability recipients will wake up to their benefits either just before or shortly after July 4, 2025—here’s exactly when the money lands, and who should check their account. Independence Day is around the corner, and having your benefit in hand before the cookout sure helps. Between SSI, retirement, and SSDI, different groups will … Read more

92k-plus Mercedes-Benz vehicles pulled for safety fix: find the affected trims

Close-up of the Mercedes-Benz front grille and emblem on a recalled GLC model from 2023 to 2025

Structural weakness in the rear roof pillar could let occupants’ heads hit metal during certain impacts, prompting a nationwide fix at no cost to drivers. Mercedes‑Benz is pulling almost 93,000 of its newest compact SUVs off the road after federal regulators found that the rear roof pillar, known as the C‑pillar, may not soften a blow the way … Read more

Working and receiving Social Security in 2025: what every retiree needs to know

Elderly man weaving basket while receiving Social Security income with cash and benefits documents in background

If you’re juggling a job and a Social Security check, 2025 brings fresh income limits that could nibble away at your benefits. Here’s the fine print—plus a few ways to stay ahead. For millions of beneficiaries who haven’t yet hit full retirement age (FRA), the Social Security earnings test decides how much of each monthly … Read more

How to shop smart this summer if you’re receiving Social Security: must-have items from Dollar Tree

Hand holding Social Security card in front of Dollar Tree store during summer shopping

From poolside shades to patriotic porch signs, here’s how retirees can fill a cart without emptying their wallet. Social Security beneficiaries know every dollar counts—especially when temperatures (and utility bills) climb. Dollar Tree’s nationwide chain offers a surprising range of summer staples, many priced at $1.25, that rival far costlier big‑box options. The discount retailer’s … Read more

Living on $2,000 a month at 79: how this couple is trying to avoid running out of money

Smiling elderly couple embracing at home, representing retirees living on Social Security income and managing expenses

The squeeze is real: A 79‑year‑old couple living on a combined $2,000 Social Security check and $50,000 in savings faces average annual household costs topping $53,000, according to 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Can they avoid draining their nest egg? Below are practical moves—many you could try today. Why let equity sit idle? Selling … Read more

2,000-year-old Roman shoe found belonged to soldier with massive feet: comparable to a modern U.S. men’s size 15

Archaeologists excavating at Magna Roman fort near Hadrian’s Wall where a 2,000-year-old Roman sandal was found

Archaeologists at the Magna fort in northern England have unearthed a remarkably intact leather sandal measuring 32 cm—evidence that a supersized soldier once patrolled Rome’s frontier. A freshly uncovered leather sandal from the 2,000‑year‑old Roman fort of Magna, just south of Hadrian’s Wall, is causing a stir among researchers. The shoe is so large—comparable to a modern … Read more

Confirmed: Retail giant and Lowe’s rival confirms aggressive 90-store expansion by 2025

Tractor Supply store exterior with employee helping customer and dog outside, surrounded by outdoor equipment

Rural lifestyle giant accelerates expansion with 75 more locations, plus a boost for its Petsense pet chain. Tractor Supply Company, already the nation’s largest rural‑lifestyle retailer, is charging ahead with one of its most aggressive growth spurts ever. After cutting the ribbons on 15 new outlets so far this year, the Tennessee‑based chain says it … Read more

FBI issues urgent alert—delete these scam texts from your phone immediately

Man looking at smartphone with FBI seal, illustrating urgent scam text warning to smartphone users.

Americans are waking up to a fresh FBI bulletin that urges more than 150 million iPhone and Android owners to trash suspicious texts the second they arrive. The campaign, driven by organized groups operating from China, is flooding phones with urgent “unpaid toll” or “traffic ticket” notices that link to look‑alike payment pages. Click once and … Read more

Travel alert across the United States | The TSA will reject licenses that do not meet these requirements

REAL ID-compliant Pennsylvania identification card with gold star in upper right corner

Since May 7, 2025, non‑compliant state driver’s licenses are no longer valid for domestic flights, certain federal buildings, or nuclear facilities—so travelers and visitors need to check their wallets fast. The nationwide rollout of the REAL ID Act has finally arrived. Congress first approved the measure in 2005, but the key provision kicked in on May 7 of this … Read more

Avoid taxes on Social Security: Where your Social Security is tax-free—State-by-state breakdown

Map of U.S. states highlighting where Social Security income is tax-free in 2025 with red "Tax Free" stamp

Congress weighs wider relief for retirees even as a handful of states keep levies in place. Millions of Social Security recipients may soon pay less to the IRS, yet state tax bills could still bite. Lawmakers are debating the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which cleared the House by a single vote and now faces the Senate’s gavel. Its … Read more

The new accessibility law requires all ATMs in these countries to be upgraded: it comes into effect on June 28

Accessible ATM at a Santander bank branch in Spain, subject to June 28 accessibility law changes

Are you planning to travel to a European country? Larger on‑screen text, audio prompts, and tactile layouts aim to make cash withdrawals’ barrier‑free for millions—including older adults and customers with disabilities. The long-awaited European Union Accessibility Act, passed in May 2023, will officially come into force on June 28, 2025, and banks in EU countries … Read more

A homeowner reports a dramatic change in his electricity bill after installing solar panels: “It’s been totally worth it.”

Electric bill statement with cash, calculator showing monthly bills, and utility documents on a desk

Rooftop panels installed in 2019 prove their worth as federal incentives—and utility bills—move in opposite directions. A single electricity bill doesn’t tell the whole story, but this one comes close. A Reddit user shared a May‑June 2024 statement totaling only $10.68 after five years with rooftop solar. At a time when the average U.S. household … Read more

New VA policy could let doctors deny care to veterans over politics, gender identity, or marital status

Trump saluting in front of U.S. Capitol with VA seal amid controversy over veterans care policy changes

Critics say a Trump‑era directive could let clinicians deny treatment based on politics or marital status, but the agency insists veterans’ protections remain intact. The Department of Veterans Affairs is facing a firestorm after quietly revising its employee conduct code this spring. The update, rooted in a January 30 executive order titled “Defending Women from … Read more

Confirmed: this is the world’s first 860m² floating swimming pool on a river that purifies New York’s water

Plus-shaped floating pool in New York Harbor near the Statue of Liberty, offering clean river swimming.

Construction is underway on a plus‑shaped, self‑filtering pool at Pier 35 that will let New Yorkers swim safely in river water as soon as next summer. New York City is finally getting a chance to dip a toe—then an entire lap—into the East River. After more than a decade of planning, the 9,000‑square‑foot +POOL has left … Read more

Farewell party on June 28: Tremont’s beloved bohemian and trendy neighborhood bar is closing its doors for an unexpected change

View through the bright red entrance of Lava Lounge, 1307 Auburn Ave., revealing bar interior days before its farewell closure.

Beloved Tremont bar offers discounts, DJs and a fresh start for the space. After more than a quarter‑century in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, Lava Lounge will pour its final round this weekend. Owners Ricardo Sandoval and Jack Anfang are saying goodbye with a two‑night celebration that mixes bargain bites, cheap drinks and a dash of nostalgia … Read more

Say goodbye to the only restaurant that still cooks in an open charcoal fireplace: it closes on June 29 but returns on September 19

Two chefs in white uniforms stand beside The Pub’s signature open-charcoal fireplace grill inside the historic Pennsauken steakhouse

Beloved South Jersey steakhouse announces a June 30–Sept 18 hiatus, promises September 19 comeback. The Pub, the 74‑year‑old Tudor‑style steakhouse on Kaighn Avenue, will again pause service for the warm months, keeping its charcoal hearth dark from June 30 through September 18 before firing back up on Friday, September 19. Regulars who count on its towering prime rib platters will have … Read more