admin You probably don’t associate Costco with cutting-edge artificial intelligence. You go there for the bulk toilet paper, the cheap gas, and the legendary $1.50 hot dog combo. But ahead of the company’s March 5 earnings report, Wall Street is buzzing about something else entirely. Costco is quietly rolling out serious tech upgrades behind the scenes, … Read more
I hate losing an hour of sleep. But ready or not, daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8. Most people treat this as a minor nuisance. They grumble, drink an extra cup of coffee on Monday morning, and move on. That’s a mistake. The sudden disruption to your circadian rhythm does … Read more
United States oil prices soared again to reach the highest levels since 2024 and stocks crumble at the opening bell as the war with Iran escalates. A senior commander from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz and warned that any vessel attempting to transit the waterway would be targeted, Iranian media reported. … Read more
The average tax refund so far in the 2026 tax season is not close to being $1,000 higher than it was a year ago, as the White House suggests is possible. But it is up by $351. The Internal Revenue Service indicated that early filers have seen an average refund amount of $3,804 through Feb. … Read more
After decades of decline, rectal cancer is rising in all adult age groups, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. What’s extra notable is how it’s impacting rates in younger people. In the study, published Monday in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, researchers found rectal cancer incidence increased by 1% per … Read more
It’s a tale that many of us know all too well: You snuggle in bed after a long day, but instead of drifting off in the dark, your room is illuminated by your neighbor’s bright outdoor lights seeping through your windows. Outdoor lighting is important. It enhances the safety, aesthetics and functionality of our properties … Read more
In the dirty and very expensive fight to buy storied Hollywood studio Warner Bros., Paramount Skydance came out on top. The deal comes at the end of a fraught bidding war for Warner Bros., HBO, HBO Max and the many cable networks under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella, that originally named Netflix the winner back in … Read more
Car dealers say the U.S. economy is the biggest factor holding back auto sales, according to new data released on March 3 by Cox Automotive. The data shows that 52% of car dealers said the economy is providing a drag on auto sales in the first quarter of 2026, up from 45% in the same … Read more
You’re finally getting used to filling up your tank without wincing. With the national average for a gallon of regular hovering just under the $3 mark recently, your commute hasn’t been this affordable in a while. But if you think those prices are guaranteed to stick around, you aren’t paying attention to the Middle East. … Read more
Finding places to eat that deliver great flavor without stretching your budget makes dining out feel a lot more enjoyable. Restaurants that offer tasty meals at reasonable prices let you savor a night off from cooking, treat the people you care about, or simply enjoy good food while keeping your spending in check. Knowing which … Read more