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Good morning and Happy Friday! This is Betty Lin-Fisher with Friday's consumer-focused edition of The Daily Money. |
Consumers aren't just going to feel the impacts of the U.S.-Israel war against Iran at the gas pump, reports my colleague Medora Lee. |
Some companies are starting to announce fuel surcharges, which will likely dribble down to consumers. | Companies are starting to add fuel surcharges, which may dribble down to consumers, as a result of the U.S.-Israel war against Iran. Kevin Neri/Statesman Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images |
The IRS may owe you an extra tax refund |
Millions of Americans may qualify for an IRS refund from the COVID-19 pandemic. |
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A tourist sued a New York City taqueria, alleging its salsa was dangerously spicy. A federal judge said that is "the point." |
Betty Lin-Fisher is a consumer reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at blinfisher@USATODAY.com or follow her on X, Facebook or Instagram @blinfisher and @blinfisher.bsky.social on Bluesky. Sign up for our free The Daily Money newsletter, which breaks down complex consumer and financial news. Subscribe here. | | Middle East fighting has led to higher oil prices, causing companies to add fuel surcharges that will impact consumers. | | Millions of taxpayers may be owed an IRS refund for penalties or interest charged during COVID. You'll have to act quickly if you're one of them. | | | | More than 400,000 people will receive checks as part of a $47.2 settlement against corporate landlord Invitation Homes. | | | | Some airports are starting charity collections at TSA workers struggle amid the current government shutdown. | | | | With gas prices rising, more drivers are weighing electric vehicles. These three new EVs stand out in 2026 for price, range and everyday practicality. | | | | Travel insurance helps protect your trip, but not if these seven scenarios happen to you on a cruise. What travelers should know. | | | | A report from the Consumer Policy Center claims that referral programs through companies like Zillow and Redfin contribute to high commission rates. | | | | "Mexican food, and more specifically, salsa, is often spicy," U.S. District Judge Dale Ho wrote in his opinion. | | | | Which brands do Americans trust most? USA TODAY's Most Trusted Brands 2026 ranks top companies using consumer surveys, reviews and public data. | | | | Our app gives you award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, eNewspaper and more. | | | | | Sign up for the news you want | Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. | | | | | |
