Author: Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY

It’s about to become harder to keep some New Year’s resolutions. Krispy Kreme is releasing four new chocolate doughnuts Monday.

Wireless providers including AT&T, Verizon and Sprint are willing to work with furloughed federal government workers on payment programs.

Starbucks, Peet’s Coffee and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf have announced new winter drinks. Plus, 7-Eleven has a freebie for its half-birthday.

As with other made-up food holidays, businesses are offering savings to mark National Spaghetti Day on Friday.

Check USA TODAY’sJanuary roundup of free food and meal deals often as it will be frequently updated with additional freebies and savings.

Ring in 2019 with champagne, free coffee and more deals. Monday, Dec. 31also is National Champagne Day. Find out ways to save on your celebrations.

Instead of settling for a duplicate Christmas gift or ugly sweater you’ll never wear,you can return, exchange or sell your unwanted holiday gifts.

Catering to the true procrastinators, the majority of stores and malls across the nation are opening early Monday but most will close by dinner time.