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Hello there, dear GrayViners! I hope your week’s been kind to you so far. 💕 I’ve been getting little surprise laughs lately because my nephew loves “borrowing” my phone and switching out my wallpaper when I’m not looking. It made me curious in the best way: What’s on your phone or computer wallpaper right now? Tell us (or show us!) in the forum—I'd love to see what makes you smile every time you unlock your screen.

Let’s crack yesterday’s riddle: What connects two people, but touches only one?

The answer is a wedding ring! Take a peek and see if you earned a shoutout.

Here’s you next little challenge: Unscramble O X C M P L E

Send in your answer, and you might just spot your name in tomorrow’s winners list. Ready for today’s stories? We’re kicking off with 4 settlement payouts to check, a recall to scan for, and shopping price updates—plus deals you can grab now. 

News & Finance

• Act by December 11. You could be owed up to $25,000 from these 4 settlements if you’re qualified.

• Check your pantry, Member! This widely sold soup product is under recall in several states over an undeclared allergen risk.

• See why seniors are turning to this service* for everyday tasks.

• Tragic news: A 71-year-old Grammy-nominated singer was found fatally stabbed in his home, and his son has been taken into custody.

• Social Security’s tax cap is rising again in 2026. Whether you’re retired or still working, here’s why that number matters.

• The memories you love most deserve a second chance.* Digitally preserve them for generations to come.

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Helpful Heads-Ups

• Nearly 80 years in, an appliance store chain closed all its locations without warning, leaving some paid orders in limbo. Did you buy from them recently?

• Eligible seniors may be able to apply for repair grants to cover critical home fixes and safety upgrades. Take a look at the details here.

• If you use this popular grocery app, you may be paying more than other shoppers for the exact same items. What’s going on?

• Wait, there’s more: “Doorstep taxes” are now bumping up delivery prices on online purchases in two states, and a growing list is eyeing the same move.

• Worried your health-monitoring device might be putting your personal data at risk? Find out what you can do now to feel more secure.

Good Food & Good Finds

• One beloved restaurant chain is bringing back classic menu items at their original $5.99 prices, but you only have a few days left to enjoy the fiesta.

• Bundle up—grab these 5 Trader Joe’s frozen meals under $5 for quick, comforting winter dinners.

• Stretch your grocery dollars with these 8 can’t-miss Sam’s Club deals worth adding to your list, including $50 savings on a kitchen upgrade.

• Ready for a laugh? Someone found a slice of cake in the fridge… and got a hilarious surprise. 🍰😅

• Weeknight win alert! This hearty, healthy bowl is light yet filling, and comes together in just 20 minutes.

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A new general discovers a decades-old “tradition” that started for a much sillier reason than anyone imagined! Make other GrayViners laugh—post your jokes here!

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