Consumer Advice

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Travelers reacting with surprise and dismay to new, expensive checked baggage fees at a Southwest Airlines counter, with luggage visible.

Southwest Airlines now charges for checked bags for most customers

Southwest Airlines, once a bastion of free checked bags, is now charging most passengers for luggage, a move poised to significantly boost its already substantial $2 billion annual take from bag and s

Vincent DeLuca·September 20, 2026

A pet owner scrutinizes a bag of human-grade pet food, with a dog looking on, questioning the actual benefits and safety.

Pet Picks

Human-Grade Pet Food's Nutritional Benefits Are Overstated, Experts Warn

In 2024, the pet food industry recorded 17 recalls, primarily due to salmonella and listeria contamination, according to StatNews .

Jordan Tsosie·September 9, 2026