Iran War is costing Americans $100B in extra energy costs Gas prices in the US hit a national high over Labor Day weekend The Independent UK · Sep 7
Labour Day 2026 Gas Prices: Average Regular Fuel Hits Record High of $4.15 Amid Iran War Disruption US gasoline prices reached a record Labour Day average of $4.15 (£3.07) as the Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz disruption and refinery pressures kept fuel costs high for holiday motorists. International Business Times UK · Sep 7
Trump's 'Strong' Approval Among Republicans Drops Below 50% for the First Time Trump's declining strong approval among Republicans, due to economic concerns and rising fuel prices, could impact voter sentiment and party dynamics in the upcoming midterms. International Business Times UK · Sep 7
At What Mileage Does It Stop Making Sense to Keep Repairing an Old Car? There is no magic mileage when a car suddenly becomes too old to repair, even when the odometer rolls past 150,000 or 200,000 miles. A well-maintained car with a healthy engine, solid transmission, and clean body can make more financial sense to repair than replacing it with another used vehicle… Clever Dude · Sep 7
What’s open and closed on Labor Day? From Costco to banks and UPS pickup While many workers have the day off, most big consumer-facing businesses are open The Independent UK · Sep 6
Diesel Fuel Price Hits All-Time High. No End In Sight To Price Crunch. AAA reported that a gallon of diesel is now $5.85, up about 23 cents in the last week. International Business Times · Sep 4
7 September Expenses That Can Sneak Up on Your Budget September can feel like a financial reset after summer, but it often brings a surprising collection of bills along with cooler weather and changing routines. Families may be finishing back-to-school shopping, homeowners are preparing for fall, and Labor Day can add one last round of summer spending. These September expenses… Budget and the Bees · Sep 4
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods Diesel prices soared to unprecedented levels in the United States on Friday, primarily due to the six-month conflict involving Iran. This rise in costs is causing transportation fees for everyday goods and services to climb, with businesses now shifting these costs onto consumers via various surcharges. If diesel prices continue… The Economic Times · Sep 4
US diesel prices hit a record high of $5.85 as Iran war disrupts the flow of fuel US Iran war: Diesel fuel has reached an unprecedented average price of $5.85 per gallon. This surge is directly linked to the ongoing six-month conflict with Iran. Higher fuel expenses are increasing transportation costs for many essential everyday items. Consumers may soon witness escalating prices on store shelves and online… The Economic Times · Sep 4
The Blood of Dawnwalker devs offer "fixes and workarounds" as players slam PC optimization: "AAA price tag without AAA performance" "Optimization is way beyond trash" GamesRadar · Sep 3
Gas Prices Climb as Iran Strikes Resume, Clouding Trump's Venezuela Oil Promise New U.S. strikes on Iran pushed oil higher this week, clouding Trump's promise that a Venezuela oil deal will soon lower gas prices for Latino voters. Latin Times · Sep 2
The Latest: Chevron expanding in Venezuela as Trump deal claims more oil reserves Oil giant Chevron is expanding its operations in Venezuela as some details emerge about President Donald Trump's separate deal for a U.S.-controlled joint venture to develop more of the nation's proven reserves The Independent UK · Sep 2
Chevrolet Dealership Quotes Him $1,200 To Fix Back-Up Camera. Then A Tech Claims Something Awfully Suspicious “If you're mechanically inclined in any kind of way..." Motor1 · Sep 1
Razer goes beyond making accessories to providing tools that will help indie developers complete their dream games at AAA standards more efficiently During Gamescom 2026, the famous gaming peripheral manufacturer, Razer, made the unexpected announcement that it launched a new program called Razer Indie Lab, which will provide indie developers with advanced tech to help create their games at high quality and reach out to more players. Windows Central · Sep 1
Clever Dude · Sep 1 Your $50 Oil Change Just Became $450: Question These 5 Common Upsells A $50 oil change can take a sharp turn when the service advisor returns with a list of “urgent” recommendations that suddenly push the bill toward $450. Some of those recommendations may genuinely protect the vehicle, while others may simply belong on a maintenance schedule that gives the driver plenty…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 31 Harry Edward, Britain’s first black Olympic medallist, inducted into England Athletics hall of fame Harry Edward, who won two bronze medals at the 1920 Olympics, will be honoured along with Mo Farah, Sonia Lannaman and Shirley Strong
Budget and the Bees · Aug 29 At What Age Do You Stop Caring Whether Your Car Impresses Anyone? There is something strangely revealing about the moment you stop caring what strangers think about your car. In your 20s, the right badge, body style, or shiny set of wheels can feel like proof that you are finally doing well. A decade or two later, a paid-off sedan with cold…
The Independent UK · Aug 28 Gas prices are breaking records instead of getting cheaper like Trump promised ‘This month is poised to set a new record as the most expensive August at the pump,’ AAA said
Clever Dude · Aug 26 You’ve Been Driving the Same Car for 12 Years — When Does Keeping It Stop Saving Money? A 12-year-old car can look downright heroic in the driveway. The loan disappeared years ago, depreciation barely matters anymore, and every month without a car payment feels like a tiny financial victory. But eventually, the old faithful can start sending increasingly expensive reminders that it has lived a full automotive…
The Economic Times · Aug 24 Best corporate bond mutual funds to invest in August 2026 Don't think that corporate bond funds do not have any risk. Sure, the highest rating of AAA offers you higher safety. But make sure your fund manager is not taking any extra risk to make extra returns.
International Business Times UK · Aug 23 Bad Bunny Sparks Fan Backlash Over Puerto Rico Water Crisis: 'I Can't Bring Water to Those Who Don't' Bad Bunny's 'Cerramos en Casa' concert speech about Puerto Rico's water crisis has ignited a fierce online debate over what the megastar owes his homeland.
Clever Dude · Aug 22 7 Car Repairs Men Over 50 Should Stop Putting Off Cars have a funny way of negotiating. A squeak appears, and somehow it becomes “probably nothing.” The dashboard light glows, and suddenly that little orange icon becomes part of the interior decor. For men over 50 who have spent decades learning how to keep a vehicle running, that instinct to…
Kids Ain't Cheap · Aug 22 6 Money Rules Every Family Should Set Before a Teen Starts Driving Handing a teenager the car keys is a major milestone, but it can also reshape the family budget almost overnight. Insurance, gasoline, maintenance, parking, repairs, and unexpected mishaps mean teen driving costs can reach far beyond the price of the vehicle itself. Experian reported that adding a teenager to an…
Clever Dude · Aug 21 6 Car Repairs Worth Paying For Before You Start Shopping for Another Vehicle A scary repair estimate can make a newer vehicle suddenly look very tempting, but some repairs deserve a second look before that old car gets sent into retirement. Spending money on the right repair can restore reliability, improve safety, and buy valuable time before taking on another vehicle payment.
Latin Times · Aug 21 U.S. Navy Tightens Its Grip on the Strait of Hormuz — But Drivers Aren't Feeling Relief at the Gas Pump New shipping data shows the U.S. Navy gaining ground on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, even as gas prices stay high from Doral to Houston.