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JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War
JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Airways is raising checked bag fees again as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline has increased its first checked bag fee to at least $50 for many passengers, according to its website. That's up from $45, a fee that JetBlue implemented in late March. Travelers who wait until less than 24 hours before departure will pay even more, while higher fees also apply during peak travel periods. "We're adjusting checked bag fees to help offset rising fuel and operating costs," JetBlue said in a statement to USA Today. "This helps us ke…

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by Chris Spiker
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NJ Company's Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says NJ Company's Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says NJ Company's Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says
NJ Company's Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says More than 3,700 bottles of prescription blood pressure medication are being recalled nationwide after failing to meet federal quality standards. Macleods Pharma USA issued the voluntary recall for 3,744 bottles distributed across the US, the Food and Drug Administration said in a report classified on Monday, Oct. 26. The recall affects tablets of olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide. The medication is being recalled because of "Failed Dissolution Specifications," which means the tablets didn't meet required standards for how they dissolve. The FDA didn't provide fu…

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by Chris Spiker
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Krispy Kreme Reveals New Holiday Treats, Brings Back Popular Drink Krispy Kreme Reveals New Holiday Treats, Brings Back Popular Drink Krispy Kreme Reveals New Holiday Treats, Brings Back Popular Drink
Krispy Kreme Reveals New Holiday Treats, Brings Back Popular Drink Krispy Kreme is getting into the holiday spirit with three new doughnuts inspired by popular seasonal treats. The doughnut chain unveiled its Holiday Seasonal Collection in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The limited-time lineup is available now at participating shops nationwide. The collection features new flavors inspired by hot cocoa, sugar cookies, and caramel toffee cheesecake. "The holidays come with a lot of pressure to get everything just right," said chief brand and product officer Alison Holder. "A holiday dozen is the easy part. You don't have to overthink it – sh…

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by Chris Spiker
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CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist
CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist Hackers used fake job interviews, malicious software, and compromised AI tools to steal more than $6 billion from the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Binance co-CEO Richard Teng revealed new details about the massive cyberattack during an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The company lost about $6.34 billion in digital currencies on Thursday, Oct. 29, in what could be the largest cryptocurrency theft in history. The hackers spent months preparing for the attack by tricking Binance employees into downloading malicious software. "In June, they set up a fake version of a develo…

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by Chris Spiker
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McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026
McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's is getting an early start on the holidays with a new lineup of seasonal drinks. The limited-time holiday beverages were unveiled through the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The drinks will be available at participating restaurants nationwide starting on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The holiday lineup comes after McDonald's introduced its Caramel Apple Pie-flavored hot and cold beverages in August. "For some fans, the holidays begin when the calendar says so," McDonald's said. "For others, they start with traditions like the first festive playlist, the first h…

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by Chris Spiker
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Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know
Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's is bringing back a popular surprise for shoppers after its mystery shopping bags sold out quickly in 2025. The grocery chain plans to release its Mystery Packs at stores nationwide in early November, a Trader Joe's spokesperson told Daily Voice on Monday, Nov. 2. Each $2.99 pack contains three reusable shopping bags with surprise designs. The bags feature exclusive and regional designs celebrating Trader Joe's stores across the country, including two never-before-seen designs. "Inside each pack, you'll find exclusive bag designs that aren't available individually, as well as r…

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by Chris Spiker
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$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win
$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win Aldi is giving away $10,000 in free groceries to a lucky shopper with impressive holiday decorating skills. The discount supermarket chain announced its new "Aldi Deck-Out" contest in a news release on Monday, Nov. 2. The nationwide competition challenges shoppers to transform their homes into elaborate holiday displays with "Aldi-inspired flair." Participants can decorate Christmas trees, front porches, staircases, and other home spaces with Aldi-themed decorations. "When it comes to showing their love for Aldi, our fans never hold back," said Aldi communications director Bridget Koz…

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by Chris Spiker
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Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get
Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal as families navigate higher grocery prices before the holiday. The discount supermarket chain will offer a Thanksgiving dinner for up to 10 people for $34.40. The promotion will run from Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Wednesday, Nov. 25. The meal includes a 14-pound turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving is about bringing people together, and we believe families deserve more to value — more food, more savings, and more confidence in the prices they pay," chief customer offic…

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by Chris Spiker
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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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by Chris Spiker
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Deadly Danger Prompts Urgent Warning For 100K+ Magnetic Toys Deadly Danger Prompts Urgent Warning For 100K+ Magnetic Toys Deadly Danger Prompts Urgent Warning For 100K+ Magnetic Toys
Deadly Danger Prompts Urgent Warning For 100K+ Magnetic Toys Federal regulators are warning about more than 100,000 children's toys that could cause serious injuries or death if their powerful magnets are swallowed. The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the urgent warning for about 101,282 CHE-US Magnetic Robot Stick Figure Toys on Thursday, Oct. 29. The toys violate the mandatory federal toy safety standard because their arms and legs can release loose high-powered magnets. If swallowed, the magnets can attract each other or other metal objects inside the body and become lodged in the digestive system. This can cause intestinal perforations,…

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by Chris Spiker