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While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
Twenty umbrellas. Two dozen cotton pillowcases. Two dozen hairbrushes. Twenty-eight mens' long sleeve T-shirts. Thirty boxes of mac and cheese. Fifty-six Oreo snack packs. These are among the essentials a librarian at a high school in Jamaica, Queens, is raising money to purchase for students in her school's multicultural club, most of whom are recent immigrants and lack enough money for food, personal care, and weather gear, Chalkbeat reports. Tens of thousands of migrant families and others...
People are flocking to Florida. Will there be enough water for them? While wading through wetlands in the headwaters of the Everglades, where tall, serrated grasses shelter alligators and water moccasins, agroecologist Elizabeth Boughton described one of Florida's biggest environmental problems: There's either too much water, or too little. An intensifying climate, overexploitation of groundwater, and a development boom have catalyzed a looming water supply shortage-something that once seemed...
When she taught third grade in Houston, Summer Robinson invited a friend, a female mechanical engineer at Chevron, to visit her class. She wanted to introduce students, especially girls, to a STEM practitioner who didn't conform to the socially awkward stereotype in popular culture, The 74 reports. "She communicates really well, and the kids just loved it so much," Robinson said. "I don't think they totally knew what an engineer was, but they understood that they help build things." Such...
While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
While prices at the pump are lower than they were at this time last year, fuel costs are still up by about 10 cents per gallon compared to this time last month, per AAA data. The national average gas price sits at $3.16, with states in the South seeing the lowest prices in the nation. At $2.69 per gallon, Mississippi currently has the lowest average fuel price, while California has the highest at $4.80. While President Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on imposing 25% tariffs for Canadian and Mexic...
The first jobs report under the new Trump administration showed a stable job market, with the unemployment rate ticking down from 4.1% to 4% in January, the lowest since last May, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics figures released Feb. 7. The report marks 49 consecutive months of overall job growth, the second-longest recorded period since 1939. Job losses that did occur were concentrated in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industries, which declined by 8,000 jobs over...
When searching for a new recipe or dinner inspiration, social media is often the first go-to. Food content is one of the most popular categories, with food influencers turning everyday ingredients into mouthwatering dishes, sharing must-visit restaurants, and entertaining millions along the process. Different platforms offer different perspectives on food content. YouTube is where people look for in-depth recipe tutorials and deep dive into culinary history, while Instagram offers an instant sou...
Commercial property insurance can help with theft coverage and financial losses to replace stolen property so your business can quickly return to normal business operations after a crime. Business property—office equipment, tools, inventory and the like—can be a thief magnet. Forbes advisor reports that 90% of small business retailers nationwide have experienced theft at their stores. And it's not only retailers; businesses in all industries are affected, NEXT reports. Approximately 30% of U.S...
Rising inflation at the supermarket has changed the way Americans buy food, altering family menus and daily diets as shoppers stretch their dollars to feed their families. Higher food prices hurt those with lower incomes the most, limiting access to healthy food and impacting long-term health. In particular, the price of healthy foods has surged. One study from the University of Warwick found that Americans pay 40% more for fruits and vegetables due to enormous fixed costs in supplying them to m...
As electric vehicles grow in popularity, car buyers are charting a path toward a safer, less oil-dependent future. New EVs aren't the only driving factor here. Sales figures for used EVs soared in 2024, growing 61.3% year-over-year in November, while sales of new EVs rose by 13.6% within a similar time frame. The General analyzed Cox Automotive and Kelley Blue Book data to explore this trend and share what consumers need to know before buying a used electric vehicle, as well as what EV sales...
According to Bankrate's 2024 Home Affordability Survey, 78% of U.S. adults say owning a home is still part of the American dream. But with rising living costs, achieving this dream can feel out of reach for many families, Gen Zers and remote workers. Fortunately, several communities across the U.S. offer a high quality of life at a lower price, which includes affordable housing, access to amenities, and welcoming locals. Methodology In addition to data provided on websites like niche.com and...
When starting a weight loss journey, one of the first things you might think about is how to build a balanced, nutritious diet to set yourself up for success. Along the way, you might find yourself asking, "Are eggs good for weight loss?" It's a fair question, given that eggs are packed with protein and essential nutrients, but they've also faced their share of controversy when it comes to health and diet. Key Takeaways - Eggs can be good for weight loss because they're low in calories and high...
Package theft, often referred to as "porch piracy," remains a significant concern in the United States. The rise of e-commerce has led to a substantial increase in residential deliveries, resulting in troubling rates of stolen packages, LA Post reports. There were over 120 million reported package theft incidents in 2023. However, the real number is likely higher due to underreporting, as victims forgo filing reports due to the slim chances of recovery or arrest. The U.S. Postal Inspection...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a l...
The average cost of a new car is hovering close to $50,000 these days, and according to the most recent statistics available, even used vehicles average around $30,000. When it comes time to sign your name on the dotted line for a new car, Edmunds shares all available options. If you're considering whether or not to use a credit card, there are two questions to ask. First: Can you buy a car with a credit card? Second: Should you buy a car with a credit card? Can You Buy a Car With a Credit...
BRAHAM, Minn. — It was fourth-period Basic Algebra 8 class on a gray October morning at Braham Area High School. Teacher Rick Riccio had assigned an exercise on converting large integers to scientific notation, but fifteen minutes in, some students had lost focus. Two girls at a back table sang, their worksheets empty. Two boys pulled up games on their laptops, as two other girls discussed what they'd name their children someday. Riccio tried to reel them in as he walked around answering q...
Coloradans often welcome rain storms with the refrain, "We need the moisture." After the deadly floods in September 2013, many Coloradans sang a different tune. Over five days, a slow-moving storm covered some areas of the Front Range with up to 20 inches of rain. Overall, the floods killed 10 people, displaced 18,000, and caused more than $4 billion in damage to more than 17,000 structures, of which 1,882 were completely destroyed, according to the Colorado Division of Homeland Security &...
Cars are such an indelible part of society that they've engendered a few stereotypes: the driver of that Chrysler Pacifica minivan inching along in the right lane is probably a soccer mom, and the driver of the Tesla Model 3 speeding past might be a tech bro with enough disposable income for a home charging port. But how accurate are these assumptions? Since the introduction of Ford's first Model T, companies have competed for consumer pocketbooks with new designs, features, and colors. In...
Hidden banking fees, often referred to as "junk fees," silently drain thousands of dollars from businesses each year, with many owners discovering these charges only after they've already impacted their bottom line. Major financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America make billions every year charging consumers and businesses fees. Whether it's a $30 overdraft fee, a 3% foreign transaction charge, or a $25 wire transfer cost, these fees add up quickly for growing co...
In 2024, Ballotpedia tracked 246 recall efforts targeting 383 officials. This was the fewest since 2020 when there were 238 recall efforts targeting 301 officials, and it was the third consecutive year of decline in recall efforts since the 2021 peak when Ballotpedia tracked 357 efforts targeting 545 officials. A total of 77 officials were removed from office through recall elections, representing 20% of the officials targeted. This is the third-highest percentage of officials removed since Ball...
Hidden banking fees, often referred to as "junk fees," silently drain thousands of dollars from businesses each year, with many owners discovering these charges only after they've already impacted their bottom line. Major financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America make billions every year charging consumers and businesses fees. Whether it's a $30 overdraft fee, a 3% foreign transaction charge, or a $25 wire transfer cost, these fees add up quickly for growing co...
