The repeal of WEP/GPO and a higher clawback cap roll out this year, reshaping payments for millions of retirees and disabled workers. If you rely on Social Security, two fresh policy shifts could bump your deposit up—or slice it in half—before the summer ends. One expands payments for 3.1 million public servants; the other lets the … Read more
How often you hit the restroom could be more than trivia—it might be an early warning system for your body. A new investigation from the Institute for Systems Biology tracked 1,425 generally healthy adults and linked bowel‑movement frequency to blood chemistry, gut microbes, and even genetic traits. The sweet spot? One or two trips a … Read more
Why are orcas worldwide gifting seafood to swimmers and sailors alike? New research tracks 34 encounters and raises fresh questions about cross‑species bonding. Killer whales have startled observers from California to Patagonia by nudging fish, rays, or even squid toward humans, waiting patiently—and sometimes trying again when the offer is refused. The phenomenon, compiled over … Read more
University of Houston archaeologists have located the long‑lost burial of warrior king Te K’ab Chaak, offering the first royal tomb ever found at the vast Maya city of Caracol. The team broke through a sealed chamber beneath the site’s Northeast Acropolis this spring and immediately realized they had reached something extraordinary. Inside lay a toothless skull, scattered bones … Read more
A lone visitor to Uaguitupo Island woke to a battering at her wooden doors, only to find a land crab so large it dwarfed her hiking boots—and her sense of calm. Sarah, a travel writer from the United States, chose the quiet coral ring of Uaguitupo in Panama’s San Blas archipelago for research and respite. Instead, … Read more
Weekly unemployment claims dip again, underscoring a job market that refuses to buckle even as tariff worries linger. Applications for unemployment aid tumbled for a fifth straight week, dropping by another 7,000 to 221,000 for the period ending July 12. That’s the lowest level since mid‑April and well below the 232,000 many analysts expected. In short, … Read more
Discontinued last year, the full‑size truck still delivers muscle, tech, and value at around $35,000. Need a workhorse that can double as a weekend cruiser? The Nissan Titan may be the answer. Once tailored specifically for American roads, the model left showrooms after a sales slump, yet its value proposition has only grown in today’s bustling … Read more
Low attendance and rising costs push beloved family venue toward an August farewell, leaving thrill seekers across South Texas counting down their final rides. ZDT’s Amusement Park, the pocket‑sized playground east of San Antonio, will switch off its lights for good on Aug. 17 after 18 seasons of go‑karts, water slides and its headline‑grabbing wooden shuttle … Read more
The Valley’s beloved $3 second‑run cinema bows out, leaving moviegoers searching for new cheap seats. The final reel has rolled at UA Clovis Movies 8, the no‑frills eight‑screen complex at Shaw and Villa avenues that served generations of film fans since 1985. Its quiet closure last month ends the Fresno‑Clovis area’s era of second‑run “cheapo” theaters—and, for many, a … Read more
Wearable computing edges closer to the mainstream as Meta and Apple race to redefine how we stay connected. For nearly three decades, Americans have reached for their phones hundreds of times a day. Now Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says that habit is headed for history. In a recent interview, he predicted that lightweight augmented‑reality glasses will … Read more
Viral Lake Powell video shows influencer Garrett Gee tossing son Cali into the water—raising cheers, questions, and concerns. A 10‑second Instagram reel has ignited a nationwide conversation after travel vlogger Garrett Gee threw his 7‑year‑old son, Calihan, off a low cliff to help him “do hard things.” The clip, posted July 13 and already topping 3 million views, … Read more
The Joneses blame steep franchise fees and low margins for the rapid shutdown, leaving diners and would‑be franchisees asking hard questions. Crave Hot Dogs BBQ and Beer has pulled the plug on its Rolling Acres Plaza restaurant in The Villages barely eight months after firing up its smokers last October. Owners Amanda and Philip Jones say mounting start‑up costs and razor‑thin profits made … Read more
Over 1 million recipients face automatic offsets for unpaid federal debts; here’s the playbook to keep as much of your benefit as possible. Starting July 24, 2025, Uncle Sam will begin skimming benefits from Americans who owe federal debts. Retirees, disabled workers, and survivors who rely on Social Security could see smaller deposits unless they act fast. The stakes … Read more
If you’re 65, living in your late mother’s house, and planning to retire at 70 with little savings, there are still ways forward. Planning for retirement may feel daunting, especially when your savings are low, but don’t lose hope. If you’re 65 years old, making $40,000 per year, and expecting $1,890 monthly from Social Security … Read more
Duplicate serial numbers on a 2014 print run have turned a handful of ordinary-looking notes into six‑figure collectibles, and only nine pairs are confirmed so far. Americans rifle through cash every day, but a tiny stack of 2014 one‑dollar bills is quietly rewriting the price tag on “pocket change.” Thanks to a printing miscue that … Read more
Clear, sharp plastic up to an inch long turned a sweet snack into a safety threat; Danone is yanking every YoCrunch cup and multipack dated July through September. Danone confirmed on July 11, 2025, that all YoCrunch yogurts—whether topped with M&M’s, Oreos, or granola—must come off shelves immediately. The voluntary recall follows consumer complaints about finding plastic … Read more
Stainless‑steel water bottles sold nationwide since 2017 can eject their lids with dangerous force, federal officials warn. Walmart shoppers who grabbed an Ozark Trail 64‑ounce stainless steel bottle for hikes or long road trips might need to put it down—fast. A nationwide recall covers about 850,000 units after three people were struck in the face … Read more
Police say a purse vanished from a patient room, fraud alerts pinged minutes later, and store cameras pointed investigators toward an Inova Alexandria Hospital employee now out of a job. A quiet June 8 afternoon at Inova Alexandria Hospital turned chaotic for one family when a patient’s purse—and every credit card inside—disappeared from her room. Within … Read more
Portland’s Kann restaurant introduces the world’s first dish made with lab-grown salmon. At the end of May 2025, Portland, Oregon’s Kann restaurant became the first to offer a dish made from lab-grown salmon. This innovative offering comes after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the sale of salmon produced from fish cells. Produced … Read more
Idyllwild, a charming town in Southern California’s San Jacinto Mountains, has earned a spot on World Atlas’ list of the best places to live in 2025. With its mile-high elevation, scenic landscapes, and tight-knit community, it’s no wonder why nature lovers and residents alike are drawn to this hidden gem. Nestled at an elevation of … Read more