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Newly licensed 21-year-old says family policy quote would add $7,200
On Reddit, a newly licensed 21-year-old said adding her to her mother's policy was quoted at over $1,000 extra monthly. She put the increase at $7,200—about 50% more for a household already insuring three people—and said the insurer called it a six-month charge. -
Oskar Flodstrom’s $50 pill-bottle table experiment led to $253,000 in 90-day gross sales
Oskar Flodstrom, 23, turned a $50 Facebook Marketplace experiment into a $225 pill-bottle table that generated $150,000 in gross sales in two weeks. In his interview, he said hundreds of orders were stuck in customs, with about $80,000 of Shopify funds unavailable. -
‘Guyver: Dark Hero’ Blu-ray pairs an enhanced version with extensive extras
The new “Guyver: Dark Hero” Blu-ray includes an enhanced version; a Forbes reviewer praises its picture quality and says the live-action sequel still holds up more than three decades later. The review recommends it to Guyver fans, and Amazon lists the disc for $26.99. -
Notre Dame column challenges BYU defense claim and Miami ranking argument
An SB Nation column challenged two claims involving No. 3 Notre Dame: an unnamed analyst’s assertion that BYU has more defensive talent, and David Pollack and Takeo Spikes’ view that No. 6 Miami should rank higher after its early-season performances. -
Motley Fool writer says Meta could reach $3 trillion by 2028
Meta Platforms’ shares rose 11% on Monday as Muse gained popularity, putting its market value at $1.91 trillion. Motley Fool contributor Anthony Di Pizio says the company could reach $3 trillion by 2028, though rising AI infrastructure costs may weigh on earnings. -
Major U.S. bond managers favor selective investments amid market turmoil
Many of the eight leading U.S. bond managers overseeing nearly $700 billion favor selective, higher-quality holdings over big bets amid inflation, deficits and AI debt. The Bloomberg Aggregate Index is down 1% this year, its worst since 2022. -
Why the author prefers Walmart’s dividend record to Costco’s special payouts
Costco’s regular dividend yields 0.6%, and it sometimes adds special payouts; Walmart yields 0.9% and has raised its dividend for 53 years straight. The article’s author says he would rather own Walmart for its more consistent payout. -
167 psychiatric patients evacuated as wildfire haze worsens in South Kalimantan
Authorities evacuated 167 psychiatric patients from a South Kalimantan hospital as Indonesia’s wildfire haze worsened; officials are preparing to move them off-site if smoke cannot be controlled. More than 170,000 respiratory illness cases have been recorded since August. -
Pilot cuddles plush dinosaur as he recovers from surgery
An Instagram video from @adventures.of.pilot shows Pilot, a Golden Retriever recovering from surgery, cuddling a plush dinosaur his owner placed under his arm as he rested on a couch. He sniffs the toy, pulls it close and appears to fall asleep with it. -
Two 2028 defensive backs will visit Ohio State for Illinois game
Ohio State will host 2028 defensive backs Nate Dollard and Troy Bishop for Saturday’s game against Illinois. The Buckeyes also target five-star 2027 forward Demarcus Henry and are making a late push for South Carolina-committed 2028 receiver Joseph Gibbs. -
Netflix Hasn't Renewed ‘A Different World’; Joe Morton's Return Is Unconfirmed
Netflix has not officially renewed the A Different World sequel for a second season, and no casting decisions have been confirmed, leaving Joe Morton’s return as Senator Byron Douglas uncertain. In the first season, he helped pass legislation earmarking federal funding for HBCUs. -
Portugal-Wales Nations League opener: Fox Soccer Plus on TV, fubo stream in U.S.
Portugal open their UEFA Nations League campaign against Wales on Thursday, Sept. 24, in Lisbon at 7:45 p.m. local time (2:45 p.m. ET). Cristiano Ronaldo returns to international action; U.S. viewers can watch on Fox Soccer Plus or stream on fubo. -
Gas-tax relief across 17 states spans active measures and stalled proposals
AAA reported a $4.74 national average for regular gas on Sept. 23, up 11 cents in a week. Of 17 states pursuing relief, five enacted measures this year, though Georgia’s has expired; proposals are pending in Ohio and Massachusetts, while 10 others have no statewide cut. -
Satellite study finds sharks, turtles and whales select ocean habitats
Satellite tracking of 82 blue sharks, leatherback turtles and fin whales in the Northwest Atlantic found all three selected certain ocean habitat types, or “Seascapes,” including productive waters. Fin-whale results were less certain. -
US-China AI notification plan remains uncertain as summit talks continue
The US has proposed an AI notification channel with China, but Beijing has not said if it will join, leaving the plan's scope unclear as the summit continues through Friday. One policy analyst said it sounded informal and would likely fall short of a direct hotline. -
Dallas Wings set WNBA record with 17-win leap after Seattle victory
Dallas beat Seattle 103-91 to finish 2026 at 27-17, a 17-win improvement on its 10-34 record in 2025 and the biggest year-to-year gain in WNBA history. The Wings secured seventh place and will reach the playoffs for the first time since 2023. -
Valerie Mesa’s Sept. 24 horoscope recommends a break from daily demands
Astrologer Valerie Mesa’s Sept. 24 horoscope advises readers to step back from daily demands, saying logistics may become unusually complicated as the Moon in Pisces clashes with retrograde Uranus in Gemini. It offers separate guidance for all 12 signs. -
Newsweek names 10 winners of its inaugural 2026 health AI awards
Newsweek named 10 winners in its inaugural 2026 AI Impact Health Awards, covering fields from early detection and data security to imaging and remote monitoring. Honorees include RiverSpring Living, Pfizer, C the Signs, AssistIQ and Ob Hospitalist Group. -
Eight researchers to share up to $20 million from Schmidt Sciences
Schmidt Sciences will provide up to $20 million over five years to eight 2026 Schmidt Polymaths, giving each as much as $2.5 million to pursue research beyond their established fields, including work on immunity, climate-resilient crops, AI and cosmology. -
McManis lists winery and vineyard portfolio spanning 3,500 acres for nearly $78 million
McManis Family Vineyards has listed its winery and 10 vineyards, covering 3,500 acres, for just under $78 million. The US-Canada trade war was one factor behind the sale; Canadian bans cost the US wine industry $357 million in 2025, the Wine Institute says. -
49ers roundup urges search for defensive-line help
An SB Nation 49ers roundup urges a search for defensive-line help but reports no deal. Its writer says only a game-changer on the level of Vita Vea would merit giving up Mac Jones or a premium pick; DT CJ West was placed on injured reserve with a knee bone chip. -
Poll: Majorities in Canada and US say Trump’s tariffs were wrong
A POLITICO poll found 83% of Canadians and 56% of Americans said President Trump was wrong to impose tariffs on some Canadian imports; 8% of Canadians and 26% of Americans said he was right. Public First surveyed 4,183 adults from Sept. 13 to 15. -
In ‘Saints,’ Mikel Gurrea pairs religious-art theft with a mother-daughter story
“Saints” follows Lali (Victoria Luengo), who joins a group stealing religious objects as she faces the responsibility of caring for her estranged mother, Gloria. Director Mikel Gurrea says the Barcelona-set film began with a locked church near his home. -
Oliver Reidl's detector uncovers 934 Roman silver coins
Amateur archaeologist Oliver Reidl found 934 Roman silver coins with a metal detector in Wesseling, Germany, a year ago. The Hadrian-era coins are now displayed in Bonn; officials believe they were hidden in the second century, possibly for safekeeping. -
J.J. Watt baffled as Aaron Rodgers gets up after Patriots hit
At Gillette Stadium, CBS commentator J.J. Watt said he still could not understand how Aaron Rodgers got up and kept playing after what Watt called a violent hit from the front and back during Pittsburgh’s Sunday loss to New England. Rodgers was sacked four times in the game. -
Motley Fool argues rising rates could favor State Street’s XLF ETF
The Motley Fool article argues State Street’s Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF) could be attractive as interest rates rise: financial companies may benefit, and the fund trades at just over 15 times forward earnings, versus 20 for Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF. -
Leon Rose urged Jalen Brunson to be himself in New York
Before signing Jalen Brunson in 2022, Knicks president Leon Rose urged him to stay true to himself, saying his approach could elevate New York. Brunson later led the Knicks to the 2026 NBA title and was Finals MVP, averaging 32.6 points per game in the series. -
Lombardelli says persistent energy costs may require BoE rate rises
Bank of England Deputy Governor Clare Lombardelli said rates are increasingly likely to need to rise if energy prices stay high, unless there is clear evidence of disinflation or weaker activity. She joined the 6-3 majority that kept Bank Rate at 3.75% last week.
