Fully customizable open layout, with delivery possible in just weeks. The Generic Prefabricated Modular Tiny Home is a modern one-bedroom unit that starts at $10,100. It’s aimed at buyers who want a quick, no-fuss way to add a guest suite or minimalist retreat. Prewired for electricity and plumbing, it’s designed to be move-in ready after … Read more
Windows that let in sunlight and quietly make electricity? That’s the promise of smart, photovoltaic glass arriving in the United States, aiming to deliver clean energy without bulky rooftop gear. For homeowners, office managers, and city planners, the appeal is simple: keep natural light, add power generation, and preserve the look of buildings. The catch? … Read more
An anonymous buyer’s garage-sale find in New Haven heads to Sotheby’s with a six-figure estimate. A small white porcelain bowl painted in cobalt blue—snapped up last year at a garage sale in New Haven, Connecticut for $35—has been identified as a 15th-century Ming Dynasty piece. Sotheby’s in New York plans to auction the “lotus bowl” … Read more
Embassy spokesperson Michelle Angulo says deterring illegal immigration is the Trump administration’s top priority. The U.S. Embassy announced it will end interview waivers for most non-immigrant visa applications to reduce immigration fraud and combat irregular migration. Michelle Angulo, spokesperson and communications and press attaché in Santo Domingo, shared the update during a visit to Santiago. … Read more
Four million customers, hundreds of stores, and a wide slice of rural spectrum now move under the magenta umbrella—without any forced plan changes. T‑Mobile’s purchase of UScellular is finally a done deal, closing the book on the country’s last major regional player. The carrier is paying $2.6 billion in cash and assuming $1.7 billion in debt, bringing 3,000 additional towers, … Read more
Cost-cutting move starts Nov. 1, 2025 and signals deeper turbulence for budget carrier’s loyal passengers. Spirit Airlines, the country’s best-known ultra-low-cost carrier, will let go 270 pilots beginning Nov. 1 as it battles a six-year profit drought and the lingering effects of its November 2024 Chapter 11 filing. The decision, officials say, aligns staffing with … Read more
Step-change for 80 million Chase clients as loyalty points, checking balances, and credit limits open new on-ramps to digital assets. JPMorgan Chase has signed a wide-ranging deal with Coinbase that promises to turn everyday banking tools into crypto gateways. Beginning this fall, Chase credit cards will fund Coinbase purchases; by 2026, Ultimate Rewards points and … Read more
Sky‑high lumber bills, stubborn inflation, and a tight labor pool are pushing the cost of a brand‑new house higher than ever. Americans planning to pour foundations next year need to know what they’re up against—and where they might trim fat. By early 2025 the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) still pegs the average cost … Read more
AB 965 closes the purchase loophole for Class 3 electric bicycles and introduces fines that can top $1,000. California’s youngest riders will soon find it harder to buy the fastest electric bicycles. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 965, a measure that bars retailers from selling Class 3 e‑bikes to anyone under 16, turning a previous riding ban into a purchase … Read more
Former treasurer Victoria Kjos, 71, sold her Phoenix home and convertible to fund a one‑way ticket east. Her journey shows that reinvention is possible long after retirement. Once a fixture of upscale theater nights and gallery openings in Arizona, Kjos began questioning the pricey rhythm around her. “I wondered if I wanted to spend the rest of my … Read more
A half‑dozen fresh storefronts are on the horizon for bargain hunters who swear by a treasure hunt. The off‑price retailer confirms openings will roll out from August 10 to August 28, touching four states and the nation’s capital. Shoppers in Virginia, Connecticut, Utah, North Dakota, and Washington, D.C., stand to gain first dibs on new markdowns. The move follows … Read more
Amazon’s new Terrell hub will bring 1,000 jobs to North Texas Amazon secured a 120‑acre property near Dallas. Amazon has begun building a massive cross‑dock center in Terrell, about 30 miles east of Dallas. The project promises quicker deliveries across the region and—more importantly—more than 1,000 fresh jobs for local residents. Hunt Realty Investments confirmed Tuesday … Read more
The Treasury’s new rule brings extra paperwork—and fresh worries—to everyday customers living near the southern border. Everyday errands just got a twist. Beginning April 10, 2025, anyone who pulls $200 or more in cash from a money‑transfer service or currency‑exchange office inside certain California and Texas communities will be reported to federal investigators. The policy, issued as … Read more
The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine opened its doors in Bentonville, Arkansas, with 48 trail‑blazing students and a promise to make preventive, patient‑centered care the norm rather than the exception. On July 14, the inaugural class stepped into a glass‑walled campus tucked beside Ozark woods and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Their four‑year journey is … Read more
Hopeful Alaskans can start planning their budgets: the state’s popular Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program has locked in a $1,702 payout for the final wave of recipients this August. As July gives way to August, one question is on many lips—will your name appear on the next payment list? Below is a quick rundown of … Read more
The Social Security Administration’s next anti‑fraud move may look small on paper, yet advocates warn it could force 3.4 million older Americans to queue up in person before summer’s end. For years, a quick call has been enough to update an address or request a benefit letter. That may change on August 18, when the SSA expects … Read more
A TikTok lesson in tire shopping shows why a “good deal” can quickly flatten your budget—and your ride. Wyatt Alton thought he’d scored a bargain when a Facebook Marketplace seller promised tires with “about 70 percent tread life.” Hours later, a Discount Tire crew broke the bad news: hidden bulges meant the set couldn’t be balanced and was … Read more
Parents must now be present whenever children request a bite at the famous tasting carts, a move warehouse‑club leaders say puts safety before snacking fun. Free samples are still flowing, but employees will refuse to hand them to minors unless an adult is right there to give the nod. Families planning their weekend treasure hunt … Read more
The cowboy‑themed chain that once dotted the nation is riding back into town, promising roast beef, burgers, and nostalgia in equal measure. Roy Rogers, the fast‑food brand named for Hollywood’s “king of the cowboys,” is staging a comeback that could delight anyone who still dreams of the chain’s legendary fixin’s bar. After shrinking from 640 restaurants … Read more
Interior designer Nate Berkus says it’s time for American homeowners to retire decades‑old vertical blinds and embrace ceiling‑height drapery panels that instantly elevate sliding glass doors and brighten living spaces. For households still hanging onto those fabric vanes, the message is simple: drapes deliver more style, better light control, and a warmer feel—without major construction … Read more