OQC Crime Watch: QC credit union thefts; French fridge hackers spoil food: Episode 85

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Americans on Social Security Just Got a Huge Monthly 'Raise'

Millions of Americans receiving Social Security just learned how much more money they will get next year. The Social Security Administration announced Wednesday, October 14, that benefits will increase 3.6% for 2027. For retired workers, that means an average increase of about $75 a month -- roughly $900 over a full year.

Law & Crime

Woman escaped boyfriend by climbing down 3rd-story balcony, only to be murdered when she returned to get her things — now he's headed to prison

A 28-year-old Illinois man who repeatedly stabbed his girlfriend in the neck and face in front of his mother and then called police to admit his crime is headed to prison for decades. The post Woman escaped boyfriend by climbing down 3rd-story balcony, only to be murdered when she returned to get her things — now he's headed to prison first appeared on Law & Crime .

Villa Park, IL · 1d

Thomas Smith

Emergency Declared as "Super El Nino" About to Hit California

California has declared a statewide emergency months before the heart of winter, as federal forecasters warn that a rapidly strengthening El Nino could become the most powerful event in the modern record.

California · 26d

Greg Wilson, CFA

29 Things You Should Stop Buying After Turning 60

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

ChefManiac

I Remember These Disappearing Before the Real Food Came Out

Some party foods don’t need fancy bread, tiny skewers, or a complicated presentation to empty the tray. Ritz Party Sandwiches have that old-school snack-table magic: buttery, crisp crackers turned into little savory sandwiches that are just the right size to grab while walking past. They’re crunchy, rich, salty, and dangerously easy to eat because one never feels like enough to count. Put out a plate before everyone arrives and you may find yourself “testing” several before the doorbell even rings. There’s a reason simple little appetizers like this survived so many family parties.

Greg Wilson, CFA

If You Are Over 50, It Is Probably Time To Stop Doing These 31 Things

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

WyoFile

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Authorities use chemical irritant grenade to arrest former Wyoming journalist accused of forgery

A former Wyoming journalist accused of perjury and forging documents faces a new interference charge after Laramie County authorities say they needed to use chemical irritant projectiles to take her into custody on an outstanding warrant.

Laramie County, WY · 10d

Greg Wilson, CFA

20 Foods You Should Never Reheat in the Microwave (So Stop!)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

ChefManiac

I Had a Sleeve of Ritz Crackers and Somehow Ended Up With Candy

Ritz crackers don’t usually look like the beginning of dessert, which is exactly why these caramel peanut treats are so much fun. The buttery, salty crackers become the base for sweet, sticky caramel and crunchy peanuts, turning a pantry staple into something that lands somewhere between homemade candy and a seriously upgraded snack. Every bite hits that sweet-salty combination from both directions: crisp cracker underneath, rich caramel across the top, and roasted peanut crunch finishing everything off. They’re simple enough to make without turning dessert into an afternoon project, but once they’re arranged on a plate, nobody needs to know they started with a sleeve from the cracker cabinet.

Eat Like No One Else

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Before You Buy Russet Potatoes, Here Are 5 Things to Know

Fred Meyer - $.99 a pound or $2.99 for a 5lb bag. ALDI - $4.09 for a 5lb bag or $4.95 for a 10lb bag. H-E-B - $.82 a pound or $3.18 for a 5lb bag or $5.64 for an 8lb bag of King-Size.

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Letters from Leo

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U.S. Military Archbishop Orders Catholic Troops Not to Take Part in Hegseth’s Firing Squad

Thank you for reading! Letters from Leo is a reader-supported publication and the fastest-growing Catholic community in the country. To receive new posts and support this movement, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

Kateable

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5 Herbs for Better Memory and Focus

We’ve all walked into a room and forgotten why. Herbs have been tied to memory for centuries, so I looked at what the research actually says about five popular ones. Some have decent support, and some are mostly hype. 😊

10d

CJ Coombs

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Missing for nearly a decade: Donna Kay Cloud mysteriously disappeared at age 19 from Spring, Texas

Donna Kay Cloud has been missing from Spring, Texas (Montgomery County), since October 25, 2016, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 29.

Spring, TX · 17d

Jack Beavers

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125+ Cruise Ship Workers Arrested at US Ports

More than 125 cruise ship employees have been arrested by Federal Agents at U.S. ports for possession of illegal material involving children so far this year as part of “Operation Tidal Wave,” a multiagency initiative led by US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) officers, which also involves Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

22d

ChefManiac

The Cookie Jar Favorite That Deserves a Comeback

Butterscotch used to show up everywhere—pudding cups, hard candies, church-supper desserts, and cookie tins—and these soft chewies are a good reminder of why. They bake up with tender centers, lightly golden edges, and pockets of butterscotch chips that turn melty and almost caramel-like while they’re warm. That deep brown-sugar flavor makes them taste a little more old-fashioned than the usual chocolate chip cookie, in the best possible way. Pour a glass of milk or make some coffee and suddenly you’ve got the kind of simple homemade treat that feels like it could have come straight from a well-used family recipe box.

Greg Wilson, CFA

14 Jobs That Pay Decently, But Many People Think They Are Too Good For

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

16d

Dianna Carney

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Itty Bitty 2 lb Shih Tzu Puppy Searching For Home After Being Born Locally

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Pinch Pudding, a joyful young puppy who is in need of a place to call home. According to the rescue, “Born locally, the PUDDING litter are more than ready to share their famous pudding recipes with a lucky family. Grab a spoon and bring your appetite!” She is now living safely with a loving foster family while she awaits what comes next.

Massachusetts · 10d

CJ Coombs

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The murder remains of "Jane Anchorage Doe 1980," found in Eklutna, Alaska

Jane Anchorage Doe 1980, also known as Eklutna Annie ("Annie"), was discovered in Eklutna, Alaska, on July 17, 1980, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Annie was believed to be between the ages of 16 and 25.

Anchorage, AK · 15d

Greg Wilson, CFA

30 Things You Should NEVER Put in the Dishwasher

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

18d

ChefManiac

The Cookie I’d Still Pick Over Anything From a Fancy Bakery

Peanut butter cookies never needed frosting, fillings, or a dozen trendy ingredients to earn a place on the cookie plate. Give me the old-fashioned kind with those familiar fork marks across the top, crisp golden edges, and a soft center that still has a little chew when you break one open. The peanut butter does all the work, filling the kitchen with that warm, nutty smell before the pan even leaves the oven. They’re simple in exactly the right way—the kind of cookie that brings back school lunches, after-school snacks, and the old cookie jar that somehow never stayed full for long.

Thomas Smith

Check Your Fridge: Cheese Recalled After 8 People Hospitalized With Life-Threatening Bacteria

Check your cheese drawer and freezer: Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has recalled its Graziers grass-fed raw milk cheeses amid a multistate E. coli outbreak. As of September 25, health officials had reported 13 illnesses in nine states. Eight people had been hospitalized, and three had developed a serious kidney complication.

Utah · 22d

Greg Wilson, CFA

30 Foods You Should Avoid Refrigerating and What Happens If You Do

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

13d

ChefManiac

I Was Skeptical Until I Cut the First Slice

Chicken meatloaf sounds like the sensible choice right up until garlic and Parmesan get involved. Then things change fast. This version bakes into a juicy, savory loaf with a golden exterior and plenty of cheesy, garlicky flavor running through every slice. It has the comfort of the meatloaf you grew up with, but without feeling like you’ve eaten the same dinner a hundred times. And that first warm slice? That’s the moment the ground chicken starts making a lot more sense.

Kateable

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This Herb Was Used for Joint Stiffness in Cold Weather Before Pain Gel Existed

Frankincense, the resin from the Boswellia tree, has been used for thousands of years for joint pain and stiffness. It's held up remarkably well under modern research, a meta-analysis of seven clinical trials found it eases pain and stiffness and improves joint function, and one trial even tested it as a topical rub with real results. I reach for a frankincense-infused oil on cold, achy mornings. 😊

18d

Eat Like No One Else

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The One Crispy Apple I'm Choosing Over Honeycrisp Right Now

Learn about an apple variety that is super crisp and firm that I am getting at apple orchards over Honeycrisp this month. It took a long time from when the Crimson Crisp apple was first bred until it was available to be grown commercially. It was first developed in the 1970s by the PRI (Purdue, Rutgers, and Illnois) co-operative. It wasn't until 2006 that the apple was released for growers. That is a long time in the development process. You don't get rich quick by developing a new apple variety!

Elk Ridge, UT · 27d

Greg Wilson, CFA

Cash is Still King: 24 Items You Should Always Buy With Cash

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

Thomas Smith