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Costco restricts food court access, $1.50 hot dogs now members-only

Non-Costco members will no longer be able to buy the $1.50 hot dog and soda combos, and this time, the company really means it. That's...

Leap Day deals are coming, Circle K to offer 40 cents off gas per gallon

Circle K convenience store chain is gearing up to celebrate Leap Day with a special event. On February 29, Circle K will offer discounted gas...

Debate sparks over a woman claiming full refund of 2-year-old sofa at Costco

Costco's generous return policy has sparked debate after a consumer successfully returned a two-year-old couch for a full refund, raising concerns and criticism about...

Costco testing scanners at the entrance to crack down membership sharing

In a recent move to tighten control over membership access, Costco has started testing a new system that mandates members to scan their membership...

Costco shoppers cautioned about pickpocket surge, suspect photos disclosed

  Costco shoppers are being cautioned about a recent surge in pickpocketing incidents at the store, prompting police to issue a public appeal for information...

Verizon agrees to $100 M settlement over junk fees, users get up to $100 each

Verizon has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit involving junk fees, making customers eligible to receive up to $100. The lawsuit accused Verizon of...

California’s compost law could fine householders for not separating food waste

Starting in 2024, householders should be aware that they can be fined for not separating their food waste. Media channel KCRA announced on January 3...

Only 9 EVs eligible for IRA EV tax credit up to $7,500 next year

Less than 10 electric vehicle (EV) models will qualify for the $7,500 tax credit next year due to tighter Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rules. Beginning...

Innovative front installed brake light receives major highlight at auto parts show

  At North America's largest auto parts show, a new car safety device invented by Korean-American CEO Young-guk Lee received a major highlight. The star of...

Travel agencies are seeing a jump in demand for holiday travel to Europe

  Holiday travelers are flocking to Europe for an exotic holiday season. Demand for travel to Europe has surged since early this year, spurred by the...