New SNAP benefit restrictions will begin in 2026, bringing changes to food eligibility, work requirements, and state-level enforcement. Several states have already received federal approval to limit certain purchases and tighten program rules.
Most $2 bills are ordinary, but a few carry rare serial numbers that make them highly valuable. Some verified examples have sold for thousands of dollars at auctions. Checking your bill carefully could reveal a hidden collectible.
Real ID enforcement is now active nationwide, requiring passengers to present a compliant license or other approved documentation for domestic flights and access to secure federal facilities. This new phase emphasizes Social Security verification and may disrupt travel without proper preparation.
Tesla has released a major software update that expands Apple Watch controls, improves vehicle security, refines navigation tools, and enhances in-car safety. The update reinforces Tesla’s software-first approach to improving everyday driving without hardware changes.
A new law expands property tax relief for senior homeowners, allowing more eligible individuals to defer rising tax costs. The changes are designed to support financial stability while helping seniors remain in their homes.
After more than a century, Tulare Lake re-emerged in 2023 when intense storms and heavy Sierra Nevada snowmelt filled its ancient basin. The unusual return flooded extensive farmland and communities, marking a dramatic environmental and historical event.
Several new Virginia laws take effect January 1, 2026, bringing changes to wages, healthcare coverage, consumer protections, digital safety for minors, baby food standards, and unemployment benefits that will impact residents and businesses statewide.
