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Grocery prices are higher than ever — could chains like Walmart help?

In 2022, grocery prices rose more than they had in over four decades, since the “great inflation” of the 1970s. The hair-raising climb has finally stopped, but the pain remains: We’re still paying 25 percent more for groceries than we did in 2019. A pound of ground beef in December 2019 was $3.86 — in December 2023 it was $5.21. A 16-ounce bag of potato chips went from $4.53 to $6.40. The price of a 12-ounce can of soda rose almost 64 percent. Consumer prices tend to go only one way — up. Despite a falling inflation…

There are more billionaires than ever — and most have rich parents

In late 2023, the richest woman in the world became a centibillionaire. But she didn’t get there by building an online shopping empire or by selling sleek EVs. She did it the good old-fashioned way: by inheriting it. The scion of the French beauty brand L’Oréal, Françoise Bettencourt Meyers saw the value of her stake in the company shoot up during the rush of cosmetics and luxury fashion spending that’s taken place in the last few years. She’s far from alone in receiving billions from a parent. A recent report from the…

Tesla’s cheapest Model Y ever… is this 1:18 diecast model for $195

Tesla is now selling a 1:18 diecast model of its most popular vehicle on its online shop. The Model Y has become incredibly popular, and is expected to be the world’s best-selling vehicle this year. And now you can get one for the cool low price of $195… sort of. The $195 version is, unfortunately, not as full-featured as the previous cheapest Model Y at $44k. This new one has no center touchscreen, no speakers, no motor, no battery, and no human-sized seats. But hey, your pet mouse might enjoy…

Infinity Gaming Table is the BEST board game ever… just don’t look at the price tag | Gaming | Entertainment

If you like board games then you'll absolutely love the Infinity Gaming Table. Available exclusively at GAME, the Infinity Gaming Table is the latest device to launch under the Arcade1Up umbrella. It contains over 40 popular board games, which are playable on a swish 32-inch touchscreen. The ultimate accessory for board game enthusiasts, the only drawback is the rather steep price tag.If you're interested in board gaming without the missing pieces, the Infinity Gaming Table is currently priced at a whopping £899.It comes…