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U.S. Just Declared 21 Species of Animals Extinct: “It’s a Wake-Up Call” Hawai’i DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife When we think about “endangered species,” exotic creatures like panda bears, orangutans, and tigers often come to mind. But in reality, according to the World Wildlife Foundation, there are millions of endangered species worldwide that could go extinct—and this includes native species here in the U.S. In fact, according to a recent press release from the U....

United Airlines Just Announced It’s Adding 120 New Flights, Starting Sept. 9 Carlos Yudica / Shutterstock Travel hasn’t been easy lately, to say the very least. If you had flights booked over the summer, you likely faced delays and cancellations—unless you were one of the lucky few who didn’t run into any trouble. Airlines have been working to correct these mishaps, with many carriers deciding to cut flights and scale back operations , including United Airlines....

United Says Prepare for Flight Cuts After “An Awfully Difficult Week” Jetlinerimages / iStock Airlines are typically willing to make major changes and investments to ensure they can get their customers where they need to go. This can often mean purchasing new aircraft for their fleet, expanding into new cities, or simply hiring more staff to help cover operations. But in some instances, airlines can also be forced to scale back departures to avoid potentially serious scheduling problems....

USPS Is Making Even More Changes to Your Mail, Starting Jan. 22 iStock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has been making a number of changes to its structure over the last few years, in large part to climb out of an ever-widening financial hole. Back in March 2021, the agency unveiled Delivering for America (DFA) , a 10-year plan created to get the USPS back on solid ground. So far, changes have included adjustments to pricing structures and shipping standards, but the new year is bringing even more updates for customers—and there are some you might not be happy about....

USPS Is Suspending Services in These Places “Until Further Notice” iStock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) just pushed through its busiest time of the year. If you’ve experienced delivery delays and other mail setbacks during the hectic holiday season, you’re probably at least expecting service to become more manageable in the coming weeks. But while that might be the case for most customers, others will be facing new problems. The USPS is suspending services in certain parts of the U....

USPS Is Temporarily Suspending Services in These Places, Starting Now iStock The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) basically operates around the clock—with some exceptions, of course. Postal customers had to plan around post offices being closed nationwide for Labor Day on Sept. 4, and the next couple months have more federal holidays to prepare for. But depending on where you live, these may not be the only times your local operations are disrupted in the coming weeks....

USPS Is Temporarily Suspending Services in These States, Effective Now Shutterstock The U.S. Postal Service’s (USPS) peak mailing season is upon us. From November through January, we rely on the USPS more often than at any other time of the year, so it’s crucial for the agency’s operations to be running without interruption. Of course, that’s not always possible: Unexpected emergencies and circumstances can cause disruptions to Postal Service deliveries and facilities at any moment....

Walgreens Is Closing 1,200 Locations—And 500 Are Shuttering Next Year Shutterstock Like so many retail chains, Walgreens has struggled amid failed growth strategies, rising competition, and mass shrinking. (However, in Jan. 2023, Walgreens admitted it “cried too much” over shoplifting.) Still, company CEO Tim Wentworth revealed in a Wall Street Journal interview that Walgreens operates 8,600 stores in the U.S., 25 percent of which aren’t profitable . Looking ahead, Walgreens is setting plans into motion that will hopefully restore business and boost profit margins....

Walgreens Store Fights Shoplifting by Chaining Freezer—Will Others Follow? iStock It feels like just about any store you walk into these days has some products locked behind cases, making what should be a quick shopping trip that much more frustrating. Retailers like Walmart have been slammed for locking up products that cost less than $10, while others like Target have started putting glass cases across entire aisles. Now, one Walgreens location is testing a different tactic, chaining up freezers to prevent shoplifting....

Walking More Can Help Relieve Depression, Research Shows—Here’s How Many Steps You Need iStock You don’t need to hear it from a doctor to know that walking is good for you . A daily stroll around the neighborhood can boost your energy levels, promote (and help maintain) weight loss, lead to better sleep, and help prevent other chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular disease. But walking can also improve your mental health. Researchers now say that increasing your daily step count can reduce your risk of developing depression—and feeling depression-like symptoms....

Walmart Accused of “Price Gouging” Great Value Products by Ex-Government Official Shutterstock Walmart’s store brand Great Value is a go-to for many shoppers, but it has also been making headlines for the wrong reasons recently. Last year, customers shared concerns about some of the ingredients in certain Great Value products , and in 2024, Walmart shoppers have called out the brand for quality issues and weight discrepancies . Now, complaints are coming from higher up, with one ex-government official warning that the Great Value brand isn’t such a great value after all, thanks to alleged price gouging....

Walmart Admits It Accidentally “Charged Certain Customers Twice” Shutterstock It feels like inflation is relentless these days, with holiday shopping significantly more expensive than it was in years prior. But what if you end up paying twice as much for your gifts this time around? That is something none of us want to do, even if it is for that someone special. Avoiding overpaying is one of the many reasons people shop at Walmart, but earlier this month, the super-store actually admitted that it double-charged certain customers—landing them with a much steeper bill....

Walmart Shoppers Find 6 Home Decor Dupes for Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel—For $1,372 Cheaper Furniture: Walmart; Design: Best Life Redecorating your home on a budget is no easy feat, especially when your taste in decor is similar to Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel. These luxury home and furniture retailers are beloved for their curated collections of handcrafted furnishings and contemporary decor pieces. However, their steep prices preclude many of us from shopping there....

What Happens to Your Body When You Hold Your Pee, According to Doctors andriano.cz / Shutterstock It happens to everyone sometimes: You need to pee , but you either don’t have the time to get up and go, or there’s no bathroom nearby. When this happens, it can not only be uncomfortable, it can also cause urological problems—some of which can persist long term. But what, you may be wondering, happens to your body when you hold your pee for too long or too often?...

What Is My Chinese Zodiac Sign? A Complete Guide to Your Animal Dontree_M/Shutterstock RELATED: The Most Mysterious Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers . What Is The Chinese Zodiac? The Chinese zodiac is an ancient system of astrology that assigns an animal and its reputed attributes to each year in a repeating 12-year cycle. It was first used during the Zhan Guo period around the 5th century B.C. and was officially recognized during the Han Dynasty....

Whatever Happened to Sandra Lee From Food Network? Shutterstock Anyone who has ever turned to a canned or premade item when whipping up a dish in their kitchen probably has Sandra Lee to thank for their inspiration. The Semi-Homemade chef shot to fame with the premiere of her first cooking show on the Food Network in 2003. In addition, she’s authored over a dozen cookbooks blending store-bought ingredients with fresh ones in the name of saving time and money....

When 5 U.S. Regions Will Hit Peak Fall Foliage This Year SmokyMountains.com I love the summer, but now that it’s the end of September , I’m over the 80-degree days, and I’m itching for crisp, cool air, fuzzy sweaters, and pumpkin spice everything. Luckily, SmokyMountains.com’s fall foliage map is back to let us know exactly when our region will hit peak leaf peeping. RELATED: 7 Best Spots in the U.S. to See Fall Foliage This Year ....

Why Having Bangs Is the Worst Thing Ever Shutterstock Bangs are definitely a look . The argument for them goes that by cutting your hair to graze above your eyes, you’ll frame your face and highlight your best features. And sure, for some people, that’s definitely what happens . But on many, many others, not so much. So before you become a slave to the scissors (yep, most people with bangs require monthly trims), you’ll want to read on to find out why cutting bangs may not be in your best interest....

Why You’re Having Vivid Dreams This Month, New Research Shows Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock The more vivid and lifelike your dreams are, the more significance they may seem to hold. However, if you’ve noticed that your dreams have taken a memorable turn in recent weeks, you’re not alone. Experts say that in the fall, you may notice an uptick in these intense dreams—and the reason for them could surprise you. Read on to learn why you’re suddenly having vivid dreams and what those dreams mean, according to new research....

Yosemite National Park Officials Warn of More Closures This Summer Shutterstock Yosemite National Park may look a little different this summer. After a record-breaking snowfall this winter —the Sierra Nevadas saw about 15 feet of snow , a ranger tells the Los Angeles Times —the Yosemite National Park Service announced that more areas of the park may be closed well into July due to flooding. While visitors will be treated to extra-lush forests because of all the rainfall this year, the unprecedented amount of snow is expected to cause the rivers to rise above the park’s designated flood stage....