USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive
USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive The US Postal Service is preparing to raise shipping prices in early 2026. The USPS said it plans to increase rates on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. The agency's governors approved the proposal, and the USPS filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission on Friday, Nov. 14. The price hikes include a 6.6% increase for Priority Mail, a 5.1% increase for Priority Mail Express, a 7.8% increase for USPS Ground Advantage, and a 6.0% increase for Parcel Select.  The agency said Shipping Services prices are set based on market conditions and are part of a broader effort to stabilize fi…
16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers 16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers
16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers More than 85,000 portable chargers are being recalled after they caused more than a dozen reported fires. Belkin issued the recall for about 83,500 portable power banks and wireless charging stands sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 13. Another 2,385 chargers were purchased in Canada. The lithium-ion batteries inside the chargers can overheat, creating a risk of fire and burns. There has been one fire reported in the US and at least 15 internationally, causing two minor burns and more than $37,000 in property damage. The recalled pr…
Exploding Canister Prompts Huge Recall Of Popular Bike Pumps Exploding Canister Prompts Huge Recall Of Popular Bike Pumps
Exploding Canister Prompts Huge Recall Of Popular Bike Pumps A California importer is recalling a popular bicycle floor pump after a person suffered serious facial injuries. Lezyne USA issued the recall for about 7,500 Pressure Over Drive and Digital Pressure Over Drive bicycle floor pumps sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 6. About 680 pumps were purchased in Canada. The recall comes after the company received one report of a canister ejecting from its base, resulting in serious injuries to the user's face, according to the CPSC. The canister can forcefully eject when pressurized, posing a risk of impact in…
Wendy’s To Close Up To 350 US Locations Wendy’s To Close Up To 350 US Locations
Wendy’s To Close Up To 350 US Locations Wendy’s will close between 200 and 350 of its US locations by the end of 2026 as part of a turnaround plan to address underperforming restaurants. Interim CEO Ken Cook announced Friday, Nov. 7 that the closures, representing about a “mid single-digit percentage” of the fast food chain’s 6,000 US locations, will target stores that have consistently lagged in sales and hurt franchisee profitability. Cook revealed the news after the company released its third-quarter results. “These actions will strengthen the system and enable franchisees to invest more capital and resources in their remaini…
Trump’s Disapproval Rating Grows, But Democrats Are Seen As ‘Out Of Touch’: New Poll Trump’s Disapproval Rating Grows, But Democrats Are Seen As ‘Out Of Touch’: New Poll
Trump’s Disapproval Rating Grows, But Democrats Are Seen As ‘Out Of Touch’: New Poll President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating is rising. But Democrats face their own trust gap, and control of Congress still looks like a dead heat. A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll conducted Friday, Oct. 24 through Tuesday, Oct. 28 finds 41 percent approve of President Donald Trump’s job performance, while 59 percent disapprove — the highest disapproval in this series since January 2021. The national online survey included 2,725 adults and has a margin of sampling error of plus or minus 1.9 percentage points The broad dissatisfaction with Trump has not yielded a clear Democratic edge…
Peaches Pulled Nationwide Over Listeria Contamination Fears Peaches Pulled Nationwide Over Listeria Contamination Fears
Peaches Pulled Nationwide Over Listeria Contamination Fears A nationwide fruit recall is underway after peaches were linked to possible Listeria contamination. Moonlight Companies, a California grower and distributor, announced a voluntary recall of its conventional yellow and white peaches after Listeria monocytogenes was detected in the packing facility. The recall covers products sold under the Moonlight and Kroger brands. The peaches were distributed to retail stores across the US between Tuesday, Sept. 16 and Wednesday, Oct. 29, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  The affected fruit was sold either individually with PLU …
Dangerous Chainsaw Problem Prompts Huge Recall: What To Know Dangerous Chainsaw Problem Prompts Huge Recall: What To Know
Dangerous Chainsaw Problem Prompts Huge Recall: What To Know Nearly 100,000 battery-powered chainsaws are being recalled after reports of brake failure that caused at least one injury, federal officials said. Milwaukee Tool issued the recall for about 90,860 of its M18 FUEL 12-inch and 14-inch Top Handle Chainsaws sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 30. About 7,500 chainsaws were purchased in Canada. The chainsaw's chain brake may not activate, posing a serious laceration hazard, the CPSC said. Milwaukee Tool has received two reports of the brake failing, including one injury involving a lacerated f…
EXCLUSIVE: Wolf Of Wall Street's Ex-Wife, A Glen Cove Doctor Speaks Out On Domestic Violence EXCLUSIVE: Wolf Of Wall Street's Ex-Wife, A Glen Cove Doctor Speaks Out On Domestic Violence
Exclusive: Wolf Of Wall Street's Ex-Wife, A Glen Cove Doctor Speaks Out On Domestic Violence She once lived in the glittering world of lavish parties and Wall Street excess — but behind closed doors, Dr. Nadine Macaluso was trapped in a cycle of fear, manipulation, and abuse. Now, the ex-wife of the “Wolf of Wall Street” Jordan Belfort is being honored for turning her pain into purpose, sharing her story, and helping other women break free. The Pace Women’s Justice Center (PWJC) announced it will honor Dr. Nadine Macaluso of Glen Cove, New York, at its upcoming Raising The Bar Benefit Concert in White Plains this fall, featuring renowned musicians Colbie Caillat and Shawn Colvin. Th…
Fast-Spreading COVID-19 Variant Now Leading Strain In US: Look For This Symptom Fast-Spreading COVID-19 Variant Now Leading Strain In US: Look For This Symptom
Fast-Spreading Covid-19 Variant Now Leading Strain In US: Look For This Symptom A fast-moving COVID-19 strain is sweeping the country with a striking calling card: “razor blade throat,” a sharp, searing sore throat that patients say is hard to ignore. The Omicron subvariant XFG, nicknamed Stratus, is now the dominant COVID-19 strain in the US. It was first detected in Southeast Asia in January 2025 and spread quickly to account for the majority of cases. Health officials say Stratus has a higher transmission rate than recent variants. Early evidence points to stronger immune evasion and tighter binding to human cells. Many who have been infected report a “razor blade …
CDC Approves Revamped Vaccine Rules, Emphasizes Patient Choice On COVID-19 Shots CDC Approves Revamped Vaccine Rules, Emphasizes Patient Choice On COVID-19 Shots
CDC Approves Revamped Vaccine Rules, Emphasizes Patient Choice On Covid-19 Shots The nation’s top public health agency is shifting how Americans get vaccinated for COVID-19 and changing how toddlers receive the chickenpox shot as part of a major overhaul of its immunization schedules. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) adopted the new guidelines on Monday, Oct. 6, following recommendations from its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).  The update introduces “individual-based decision-making” for COVID-19 vaccinations — a major change from the agency’s previous universal recommendation for all individuals ages 6 months and older. U…
Starbucks Rewrites Barista Script To Stem Sales Slide; ‘Make Eye Contact’ Starbucks Rewrites Barista Script To Stem Sales Slide; ‘Make Eye Contact’
Starbucks Rewrites Barista Script To Stem Sales Slide; ‘Make Eye Contact’ Starbucks is rewriting its barista playbook to prioritize eye contact, warmer greetings, and a customer‑care script dubbed L.A.T.T.E. This hospitality push is aimed at reversing six straight quarters of same‑store sales declines, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal. The effort is unfolding under Chief Executive Brian Niccol, who took over in August 2024 after leading Taco Bell and Chipotle. Niccol is moving to choreograph how baristas greet customers, speak and hand off drinks, down to tone and word choice. CEO Brian Niccol Wikipedia/Phi Delta Theta New training …
'No More Walking On Eggshells': Trump, Hegseth Address Military Brass In Rare All-Hands Meeting 'No More Walking On Eggshells': Trump, Hegseth Address Military Brass In Rare All-Hands Meeting
'No More Walking On Eggshells': Trump, Hegseth Address Military Brass In Rare All-Hands Meeting President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave separate speeches in an extraordinary meeting of hundreds of senior US military leaders from around the world. The all-hands event was held Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia. Trump declared the military is “re‑awakening the warrior spirit,” promising a force “stronger, tougher, faster, fiercer and more powerful than it has ever been before.”  He said the armed forces would be a “fighting and winning machine,” with promotions based on merit, not politics. He also suggested the services would not be…