Restaurant prices have kept rising faster than many household budgets, and several national chains are already charging entree prices that would have looked upscale a few years ago. Here are 10 brands where recent menu pricing and public filings suggest middle-class diners may feel the squeeze over the next five years.

Two New Jersey residents got engaged at the top of the Empire State Building, then ran into legal trouble after a stunt tied to the landmark. Police identified them as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33.

The Trump administration said July 1 it would not renew the USMCA for another 16-year term. The trade pact remains in place for now, but annual reviews could reshape rules that affect border travel and cross-border commerce.

Veterinarians say one common mistake many cat owners miss is skipping routine dental care. By the time dental disease is obvious, treatment can run about $3,000 for exams, anesthesia, X-rays, and extractions at many U.S. clinics.

Insurance and restoration data show that unnoticed water damage during short trips can lead to repair bills near $9,000. The risk often starts with a failed supply line, water heater, or washing machine hose while no one is home.

A social media expert is warning travelers not to post real-time vacation updates, home-address clues, or boarding details while away. The advice reflects long-running safety guidance from law enforcement and digital privacy specialists in the U.S.