Diesel prices in San Francisco are close to reaching $8 per gallon, a record high for any U.S. city, partly due to an ongoing conflict in Iran affecting global oil supply. California's diesel prices are already the highest in the country, and supply constraints are making price increases more extreme. Diesel is essential for transporting goods and services, so higher prices could impact the broader economy.
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San Francisco diesel prices are nearing $8 per gallon.
California's average diesel price is $7.63 per gallon, the highest in the U.S.
The ongoing Iran war has disrupted oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz.
Diesel powers trucks, ships, and equipment crucial to the U.S. supply chain.
California's fuel market has unique challenges like refinery constraints and environmental regulations.
The national average gasoline price is around $4.10 per gallon.
Global disruptions and refinery issues have increased diesel demand and costs.
California has special fuel blend requirements and high fuel taxes.
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The FDA has classified a recall of roasted peanut products distributed in 19 states as a Class III recall, indicating the products did not meet federal regulations but are not expected to cause health issues. Super World Trading Inc. initiated the recall after finding a banned sweetener in the products.
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The recall affects roasted peanut products containing a banned sweetener, cyclamates.
Super World Trading Inc. started the recall in February 2026.
The FDA classified the recall as Class III on April 1, 2026.
Class III recalls mean the product doesn't pose a significant health risk but fails to meet regulations.
The affected products are Walnut and Garlic Flavor Roasted Peanuts sold in 9.17-ounce packages.
A total of 595 cases are involved in the recall.
These products were shipped to 19 states, including New York, Florida, and Texas.
The products were manufactured by Heshan Mei Heong Yuen Food Pte Ltd. and distributed by Super World Trading Inc. based in Brooklyn, New York.
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An Australian candle business received a complaint about damaged products, but noticed the submitted photo was an AI-generated image. The customer demanded a refund or replacements, but the company required video proof instead, suspecting attempted fraud via AI.
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The Australian candle company is named Milkwick.
The complaint involved broken candles allegedly received by a customer.
The company asked for a photo and then noticed the image was likely AI-generated.
The photo contained spelling errors and mismatched product details.
The customer could not provide a video, claiming to have discarded the items.
The business faced a threat of being reported for poor product quality.
The incident sparked discussions about using AI to deceive businesses.
Commenters on social media suggested updating return policies to request video evidence.
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A Southwest Airlines passenger noticed a pattern in the seat selection system when traveling with an infant on their lap. The third seat in their row would show as occupied after each seat change despite the plane having many empty seats. People suggested that the airline might block the seat temporarily for families traveling with infants.
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A Southwest passenger noticed a recurring issue when booking seats for a flight.
They traveled with a partner and an infant who would sit on their lap.
After changing their seats, a third seat in the row appeared occupied.
It's speculated that the airline might block seats for families with infants.
Another theory mentioned a technical system used by Southwest that blocks seats adjacent to certain passengers.
Southwest recently implemented assigned seating, moving away from open seating.
The airline aims to keep families seated together by accommodating infants as lap passengers.
The case remains unverified as Newsweek reached out for more information.
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The article explains the many costs involved in buying and selling a home. It uses a $400,000 home as an example to break down expenses like down payments, closing costs, and ongoing maintenance.
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A home’s listing price is just the starting point; other costs add up quickly.
Down payments for a $400,000 home generally range from $12,000 to $80,000 depending on the loan type.
Buyers usually pay 1%-3% of a home's price as earnest money to show serious interest.
Home inspections cost around $200 to $500, with extra costs for specialized inspections.
Appraisal fees for a home typically range from $300 to $500.
Closing costs can be 2%-6% of the home's price, adding $8,000-$24,000 in costs.
Monthly mortgage payments also include taxes and insurance, referred to as PITI.
Property taxes vary by state, averaging 1.5% of the home’s value, or $6,000 annually for a $400,000 home.
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A Delta passenger shared his frustration after his purchased extra seat for comfort was repeatedly reassigned to standby travelers on multiple flights. Despite following airline procedures and seeking refunds, the passenger faced denial and embarrassment. He is considering filing formal complaints with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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A passenger bought two seats on Delta flights due to needing extra space.
The extra seat was reassigned to standby passengers on all eight flights he took.
The passenger had to explain to standby travelers that the seat was paid for, causing embarrassment.
He followed Delta's booking rules, listing the extra ticket with "EXST" as a middle name.
Refund requests were denied by Delta, leading to further frustration.
Other travelers advised him to seek escalation or file complaints with the Department of Transportation.
Airlines must acknowledge complaints within 30 days and respond within 60 days according to the Department of Transportation.
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The age to receive a state pension in the UK is gradually increasing from 66 to 67 over the next two years. This change is designed to align with people's longer life expectancies, with the adjustment expected to save the government money.
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The state pension age is rising from 66 to 67 in stages over two years.
The increase starts with people born between April 6 and May 5, 1960, who will see a one-month delay.
The change aims to reflect longer life expectancies, with some expecting the age to rise further in the future.
By 2030, the age increase is expected to save the UK Treasury about £10 billion annually.
A full state pension typically requires 35 years of national insurance contributions.
The new state pension amount will rise to £241.30 a week, while the old pension will increase to £184.90 a week.
Charities suggest the increase could impact those in poorer health or lower-income areas more severely.
The rise could lead to higher employment rates among affected age groups, but some may face lower life satisfaction.
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Lawyers are identifying women who may be part of a $72.5 million settlement with Bank of America over claims related to Jeffrey Epstein's conduct. A judge emphasized the importance of informing all potential victims about the settlement. The settlement follows a lawsuit alleging the bank ignored suspicious transactions linked to Epstein's activities.
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Up to 75 women might be eligible for part of a $72.5 million settlement with Bank of America.
A U.S. Judge requested a list of publications to help notify potential victims of Jeffrey Epstein.
The final approval hearing for the settlement is set for August 27.
The lawsuit accused Bank of America of ignoring suspicious transactions related to Epstein's operations.
Bank of America maintains it did not facilitate Epstein's criminal activities, despite the settlement.
This settlement is the third with a major bank over similar accusations; JPMorgan Chase and Deutsche Bank also settled earlier.
Epstein's death in a jail was ruled a suicide, and he was associated with many influential people.
The lawsuit's decision is part of broader efforts to address those who may have facilitated or overlooked Epstein’s crimes.
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The Hershey Company is returning to its older milk and dark chocolate recipes after receiving criticism for earlier changes. This decision is linked to challenges in the cocoa industry linked to climate change.
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The Hershey Company announced it is using its previous chocolate recipes once more.
There was backlash from consumers over the recipe changes.
Hershey had used chocolate alternatives in some of its candies.
Climate change is affecting the cocoa industry.
Cocoa is a key ingredient in chocolate production.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 46,504.67 at the end of the week, decreasing from Thursday but increasing from the previous week. This fluctuation was largely due to rising oil prices linked to the ongoing Iran war, causing investor uncertainty and affecting sectors sensitive to energy costs.
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The Dow ended Friday at 46,504.67, down from Thursday but up from the previous Friday.
Rising oil prices, due to the ongoing war in Iran, caused market instability.
West Texas Intermediate crude oil rose over 11% to above $111 a barrel.
The Dow dropped nearly 2,000 points from a month ago when it was at 48,739.41.
Concerns about shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz affected global trade perceptions.
The Dow underperformed other indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq because of its heavy exposure to industrial stocks.
Industrial, healthcare, and consumer cyclical stocks faced declines, while some tech stocks like Microsoft and IBM saw gains.
President Trump views Dow performance as a reflection of his economic policies.
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A drone company supported by President Trump's sons is trying to sell drone interceptors to Gulf countries. These countries are facing attacks from Iran and are supported by the U.S. military.
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Powerus, a Florida-based drone company, wants to sell to Gulf countries.
The company has support from President Trump's sons, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr.
Gulf countries are experiencing attacks from Iran.
The U.S. military provides support to these countries.
There are ethical concerns about the involvement of the President's family in these sales.
Powerus recently announced a deal involving Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr.
Some worry about potential profits for the President's family from these sales.
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The IRS reports that the 2026 tax filing season is going smoothly, with most refunds being issued quickly through electronic filing and direct deposit. The filing deadline is April 15, and the IRS encourages taxpayers to file electronically and request an extension if necessary to avoid penalties.
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The IRS reports that more than 80% of refunds have been issued in under 21 days.
Over 98% of individual tax returns are filed electronically.
The deadline for filing a federal income tax return is April 15.
Taxpayers can request an extension to file, but taxes owed are still due by April 15.
Missing or incorrect banking details on tax returns can slow refund payments.
Taxpayers can track their refund status using the "Where’s My Refund?" tool on the IRS website.
Filing electronically and choosing direct deposit is the fastest way to receive a refund.
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The federal government filed a lawsuit against Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois for trying to control companies that run prediction markets. These states claim the companies are breaking state laws about illegal gambling, but the Commodity Futures Trading Commission says it should be the one to regulate them.
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The federal government is suing Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois.
The lawsuit is about state efforts to regulate prediction market companies.
Companies like Kalshi and Polymarket are involved.
Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois issued orders to stop these companies, saying they break state gambling laws.
Arizona also charged Kalshi with violating state gambling laws.
Arizona's charges include betting on elections, which is illegal.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission claims it should regulate these markets, not the states.
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An online complaint revealed that a Panera Bread location near a small university removed most of its electrical outlets, causing frustration among students and patrons who relied on them for charging devices. This change sparked a discussion on how such adjustments might affect customer habits and perceptions of cafe spaces.
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A Panera Bread location removed most electrical outlets, replacing them with blank plates.
The cafe is near a small university, where students used the space for studying.
This change led to frustration, as customers could no longer charge devices while using the cafe.
Online reactions suggest some believe the removal aims to prevent long customer stays.
Panera Bread markets itself as a comfortable place for customers to linger with internet access.
The company has not publicly addressed the specific location or policy regarding outlet removal.
The situation reflects a broader trend where cafes reconsider customer use of seating spaces.
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Cocoa prices have dropped significantly from their peak, but Easter chocolate remains expensive. Major chocolate companies increased prices during a spike in cocoa costs, and these prices haven't decreased despite the drop in cocoa prices because of previous long-term contracts and other cost factors.
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Cocoa prices have fallen from over $12,000 per metric ton in 2024 to about $3,000 to $3,300 now.
Chocolate prices for Easter are about 14% higher than last year.
Major chocolate companies raised prices by up to 20% during the cocoa price spike in 2024-2025.
The total cost of Easter baskets has risen 71% over five years, mainly due to candy prices.
Chocolate companies are still dealing with higher-cost cocoa they bought earlier.
Executives say that prices are unlikely to lower quickly due to existing contracts and other factors.
Wells Fargo's David Branch describes the situation as a "reset" with ongoing cost pressures.
Lower chocolate prices might be seen later this year, possibly by Halloween.
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Raw Farm, a major raw milk cheese distributor in the U.S., initiated a voluntary recall of its cheddar cheese products after an E. coli outbreak affected nine people. The company disagrees with the FDA's assertion that their products are linked to the outbreak but is recalling the products under protest to address safety concerns.
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Raw Farm issued a voluntary recall of its cheddar cheese products after an E. coli outbreak.
The FDA and CDC are investigating the outbreak linked to Raw Farm products.
Nine people from three states have been affected by the E. coli outbreak.
Three patients were hospitalized, and one developed a serious condition, but no deaths were reported.
Raw Farm maintains that tests show no harmful bacteria in their cheese.
The recall involves specific batches of cheddar cheese, and consumers are advised to return the products for a refund.
Raw Farm disagrees with the FDA’s claim linking their cheese to the outbreak and describes the allegations as false.
The FDA urges customers to avoid eating or selling any Raw Farm cheddar cheese purchased on or after January 4, 2026.
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Singer Raye's "This Music May Contain Hope" has reached the top of the album charts. This is her second number-one album this year. The album blends different musical styles like jazz, orchestra, and soul.
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Raye's album "This Music May Contain Hope" is number one on the album charts.
The album follows her popular single "Where the Hell Is My Husband."
Raye's previous album, "My 21st Century Blues," reached number two in 2023.
Olivia Dean's album "The Art of Loving" is at number two on the album chart.
Kanye West, known as Ye, is at number three with "Bully."
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean's single "Rein Me In" tops the singles chart.
Raye received a record seven Brit nominations in 2024 and won six.
"This Music May Contain Hope" includes jazz, orchestra, and soul music styles.
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Women are playing a key role in changing the health care industry by using philanthropy to drive innovation and expand access to services. At Newsweek's Women's Global Impact Forum, health care leaders discussed how women's collaborative approach to philanthropy is solving major health challenges.
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The discussion took place at the Women's Global Impact Forum in Los Angeles on March 25, 2026.
Kristin Bertell, Felicia Marie Knaul, Johnese Spisso, and Megan Vera Weaklend were key speakers at the event.
Philanthropy led by women is described as driving a transformational change in health care.
Women approach philanthropy differently by focusing on collaboration and upstream problem-solving.
UCLA Health benefits from philanthropic investments for research and access to health care, such as the new California Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy.
Partnerships are considered essential for improving health care access and services, particularly in maternal health.
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The U.S. job market has been unstable over the past year, with alternating job gains and losses nearly balancing out overall. In March, the economy added 178,000 jobs, largely driven by the healthcare sector, while the unemployment rate decreased slightly to 4.3%.
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The U.S. job market has seen job growth switch from positive to negative every month since May last year.
In March, the economy added 178,000 jobs, recovering from a February loss of 133,000 jobs.
The healthcare sector contributed significantly to job gains, adding 76,000 jobs in March.
Construction and transportation sectors added 47,000 jobs together.
Federal government employment dropped by 18,000 jobs in March.
The unemployment rate in March decreased to 4.3% from 4.4%.
Nearly 400,000 workers left the workforce in March, which affected the unemployment rate.
The labor force participation rate among those aged 25-54 fell to 83.8% in March.
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The article discusses modern leadership ideas shared by several CEOs at an event. The leaders talked about the importance of moving away from a strict control approach to a more flexible style that emphasizes empathy, understanding, and community focus.
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Several CEOs spoke about leadership at the Newsweek’s Women’s Global Impact Forum in Los Angeles.
Modern leadership is moving away from a command and control style.
Leaders believe that inspiring and motivating people is crucial today.
CEOs emphasized the importance of empathy but noted it should be combined with other skills.
Catherine Clay mentioned the need for situational awareness and curiosity in leadership.
Brieane Olson highlighted the shift towards putting the community first in business decisions.
The discussion focused on adapting to challenges and being in service to the team and community.
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