Ken Alltucker

Articles by Ken Alltucker

Costco's latest deal: Get Medicare with that $1.50 hot dog and soda - USA Today

Business August 21, 2026

As if hot tubs, gold bars and a $1.50 hot dog and soda combo weren't enough, some Costco bargain hunters will soon get to add another item to their shopping list Medicare plans. The warehouse retail�...

Gen Z seeks to optimize sleep and is willing to pay for 'SleepMaxxing' - USA Today

Health August 7, 2026

Nick Smart is always searching for ways to improve his overall wellness. When the 29-year-old College Station, Texas, man discovered a cooling mattress topper could regulate body temperature, he tho�...

Two pain drugs used by millions will be combined in a single tablet - USA Today

Business July 26, 2026

Consumers will soon have a new over-the-counter pain relief option that combines Tylenol with naproxen, an anti-inflammatory medication. The Food and Drug Administration on July 24 approved the non-�...

Taco Bell pulls ingredients. Chipotle monitors cyclosporiasis outbreak - USA Today

Business July 17, 2026

With a fast-moving gastrointestinal illness cyclosporiasis infecting thousands in more than 30 states, the popular fast food chain Taco Bell has removed ingredients from some stores in what it said w�...

UnitedHealthcare to remove prior authorization for 30% of services - USA Today

Business May 7, 2026

Health insurance giant UnitedHealthcare said on May 5 it will eliminate prior-approval requirements for 30% of health care services amid complaints that administrative tasks delay or deny people care�...