Prices for PlayStations, power tools, and other items will rise for Californians because of a battery recycling fee.
California Implements New Electronics Recycling Fee Starting January 1, Californians will notice an extra charge when purchasing certain electronic products, including the PlayStation. This new fee is part of an effort to tackle electronic waste. Specifically, a 1.5% surcharge will be applied to items containing non-removable batteries. This covers a wide range of products like […]
Beef, smartphones, and health insurance: 8 items that will cost more in 2026
Rising Costs in 2026: What to Expect These days, it certainly feels like everything is costing more. In 2025, we saw significant increases in costs for food, healthcare, and utilities, amid ongoing worries about the rising cost of living. As some economists pointed out recently, while there’s hope for improvement in the U.S. economy in […]
Start the new year with fitness discounts: save up to 42% on walking pads, weights, and other items
The new year often brings a wave of ambition, particularly when it comes to fitness goals. Many people are looking to kickstart their routines, whether that’s hitting the gym or investing in some home equipment. To help, we’ve compiled a selection of deals on various fitness gear including treadmills, stationary bikes, dumbbells, and more—some discounted […]
8 Items Named in Honor of a Kentucky Senator
As Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) prepares to retire after over four decades in the Senate, at least eight public buildings, programs, and spaces in Kentucky are named in his honor. Representative Andy Barr (R-Ky.) and former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron (R-Ky.), both vying for McConnell’s seat, consider him a mentor. They will compete against […]
Who placed them there? Researchers find it difficult to clarify UFO-like items seen in 1950s astronomy images.
Palomar Observatory’s Survey Reveals Unexplained Astronomical Phenomena Between 1949 and 1958, the National Geographic Society carried out an extensive survey at California’s Palomar Observatory, capturing images of numerous celestial bodies. This project aimed to map the sky, providing astronomers with a tool akin to a road map, facilitating their search for faint objects that are […]
Great presents for car enthusiasts — from fun small items to essential tools
If you know a car enthusiast, you might want to take a look at some gifts that could really make their day. Whether it’s someone who drives a pickup, a vintage model they’ve brought back to life, or a sleek sports car, there’s definitely something here for everyone. Think along the lines of handy tools […]
A restaurant in Michigan has menu items named after Sherrone Moore and Paige Shiver.
Michigan Restaurant Pulls Controversial Menu Items The Brown Jug, a longstanding eatery in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has recently introduced menu items named after former Michigan football coach Sherone Moore and his alleged mistress, Paige Shiver. However, these items have not been available for long. This iconic establishment has been serving up traditional college food since […]
San Francisco takes legal action against big food companies regarding highly processed items
San Francisco Files Lawsuit Against Major Food Manufacturers The message is clear: food options are up to the government to determine. This sentiment drives a lawsuit led by San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu against several of the country’s biggest ultra-processed food producers. This marks the first time a government in Japan has taken legal […]
Jim Cramer’s key 10 items to monitor in the stock market on Thursday
Top News Highlights for Thursday, December 11th 1. Disney has announced a hefty $1 billion investment in OpenAI today. This partnership will allow users to generate videos featuring iconic characters through Sora, OpenAI’s video creation tool. With access to over 200 characters from beloved franchises like Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, it seems like […]
Seized prison drone delivery contains items for a festive Old Bay crab boil and steak dinner, officials report
Drone Delivery Disrupted at South Carolina Prison Inmates at Lee Correctional Facility in Bishopville, South Carolina, were left disappointed this week after authorities intercepted a drone intended to drop off supplies for a festive meal, described as an “early holiday Old Bay crab boil and steak dinner.” This was shared in a post on X […]