Green Acres Nursery in North Texas is offering a special deal during October where customers can pay $25 to carry out as many pumpkins as they can hold. This promotion is available all month long and encourages people to pick carving pumpkins for Halloween.
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The deal is available throughout October at Green Acres Nursery.
Customers pay a flat price of $25.
For this price, customers can carry out as many pumpkins as they can hold.
The pumpkins are meant for carving, commonly used for Halloween decorations.
Green Acres Nursery is located in North Texas.
The offer aims to attract more customers during the pumpkin season.
Pumpkins vary in size and weight, so how many a person can carry will differ.
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Silver prices in Lucknow have risen sharply, causing a drop in demand for handmade silver bridal shoes called nagras. These shoes, once worn daily by Nawabs, are now mainly used for weddings, but the high cost of silver is threatening the traditional craft.
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Lucknow is famous for its Nawabi heritage and handmade silver bridal shoes called nagras.
Azhar Hussain, a craftsman, has made silver nagras for over 30 years in Chowk Bazaar, a busy market in Old Lucknow.
The process involves shaping thin silver sheets with engraved floral and leaf patterns, then fitting them onto shoes.
Silver nagras have been made using this technique since the 1600s and were originally worn by Nawabs (Muslim rulers of Awadh).
Over the last 70–80 years, nagras became popular among middle and upper-class families for weddings.
There are two styles: open-toed chappals and closed-toed jutis with various designs.
Rising silver prices have sharply reduced customer demand, threatening the survival of this traditional craft.
Nawab Masud Abdullah, a descendant of the Nawabs, says silver nagras represent culture and heritage and remain essential for bridal attire.
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South African billionaire Koos Bekker has been buying large amounts of land and businesses in Somerset, England, to expand his luxury estate and hotel called the Newt. While some locals appreciate the new jobs and investment, others are unhappy about his growing influence on their community and rising prices.
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Koos Bekker is a South African billionaire and chair of the technology firm Naspers.
He has bought more than 2,700 acres of land around Bruton and Castle Cary in Somerset through his company Emily Estate (UK) Limited.
Bekker purchased Hadspen House in 2013 and converted it into a luxury hotel called the Newt in Somerset.
He also acquired Yarlington Lodge, a large historic house, and turned it into a 32-guest hotel with luxury facilities.
Bekker has bought local businesses like a deli, beauty salon, pubs, and even influenced the local train station’s name, which now includes “for the Newt.”
Some residents feel his expansion and brand presence in public spaces is excessive and worry about rising prices.
Supporters say his investments have improved neglected places, created jobs, and attracted visitors.
The Newt hotel recently introduced endangered red squirrels into a protected area on the estate as part of a nature project.
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A rare, historic residence on the 40th floor of New York City's Woolworth Building is for sale at $18.5 million. The apartment, once the private office of Woolworth’s founder, spans over 6,000 square feet and preserves original architectural details while offering modern luxury.
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The Woolworth Building was completed in 1913 and was once the world's tallest building at 792 feet.
Residence 40 is a full-floor, 4-bedroom apartment with 15-foot ceilings and original terra-cotta window details.
The building is located in Tribeca, Lower Manhattan, and is a recognized Gothic-style skyscraper designed by Cass Gilbert.
Adaptive reuse of historic buildings, like converting offices into luxury residences, is growing in New York City.
Historic building conversions help reduce carbon emissions by 50 to 75 percent compared to new construction.
Nearly 25,000 apartments were created from repurposed buildings in 2024, a 50% increase from the previous year.
The Woolworth Building is considered one of Cass Gilbert’s most important works, along with the U.S. Supreme Court building.
Demand for homes with historical and architectural significance is increasing among luxury buyers.
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A federal report says that heating costs for homes could increase this winter. How much you pay will depend on the type of fuel you use and your location.
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Heating bills may rise for many households this winter.
The kind of fuel used to heat the home affects the cost.
Where a household is located also impacts heating expenses.
The information comes from a federal outlook.
These factors combined will influence how much people spend to keep warm.
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The State Pension age in the UK has increased from 66 to 67 this week, with plans to rise to 68 by 2046. An independent review is underway to decide if the future pension age should change based on new life expectancy data. Also, mortgage rates have reached their highest level in three years, affecting many home buyers and owners.
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The official State Pension age rose from 66 to 67 this week in the UK.
Current law plans for the pension age to increase to 68 by 2046.
A third State Pension Age Review is examining whether pension age rules should change due to updated life expectancy information.
Dr. Suzy Morrissey was appointed to prepare an independent report on future pension age policy.
Former Money Box presenter Louise Botting died at age 87 after a brief illness.
Average mortgage interest rates are at a three-year high, impacting remortgages and first-time homebuyers.
The Bank of England has chosen a hedgehog, barn owl, puffin, and bumblebee to be featured on upcoming banknotes after a public vote involving nearly half a million people.
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The UK’s National Savings and Investments (NS&I) has raised interest rates on some of its savings bonds to over 5%, the highest in nearly three years. These bonds are backed by the government and allow large investments, but the fixed rates mean the money can’t be withdrawn early.
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NS&I increased interest rates on “British savings bonds” to above 5% for one-, two-, three-, and five-year terms.
The one-year bond rate is now 4.99%, the two-year 5.07%, the three-year 5.1%, and the five-year 5.17%.
These “British savings bonds” are versions of NS&I’s guaranteed growth and income bonds, offering fixed interest paid yearly or monthly.
Investors can put in up to £1 million per person in each bond issue, much higher than the typical £120,000 government guarantee at most banks.
Money put in these bonds cannot be withdrawn until the end of the fixed term.
Other high-interest savings options exist, such as Starling Bank’s Easy Saver account with a 5% interest rate on balances up to £25,000.
Marcus by Goldman Sachs recently raised its one-year fixed-rate savings account interest from 4.3% to 4.75%.
Higher interest rates have appeared due to increased competition among savings providers in the UK market.
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Alan Milburn has proposed a national pre-apprenticeship program in England to help young people move from school to work. This program aims to offer education, training, and work experience to address declining youth apprenticeship numbers and high youth unemployment.
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Youth apprenticeships in England have dropped significantly, with only about 20% of apprentices aged 16 to 18.
The number of under-19s starting apprenticeships has nearly halved in ten years.
Milburn’s proposed pre-apprenticeship scheme targets young people lacking qualifications, confidence, or work experience.
The program would combine English, math, technical skills, and employer-led work experience.
The report suggesting this program was delayed to avoid clashing with the government budget.
The government is considering changes to welfare benefits to support employment among young people.
Countries like Austria and the Netherlands have lower youth unemployment rates due to strong vocational training pathways.
Currently, only 2% of apprenticeship starters were previously not in education, employment, or training (Neet).
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Elon Musk said that Mukesh Ambani, an Indian billionaire, is blocking Musk’s Starlink internet service from launching in India. Musk claims Ambani is using his influence to slow down Starlink because of his large telecom company, Reliance Jio.
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Elon Musk wants to bring Starlink, a satellite internet service, to India.
Mukesh Ambani owns Reliance Jio, a major Indian telecom company with over 500 million users.
Musk accuses Ambani of using political power to delay Starlink’s approval in India.
Ambani is called the “real boss” of India by Musk in this conflict.
The issue is about competition between Starlink and Reliance Jio’s internet services.
Starlink offers internet from satellites, which is different from traditional internet providers.
India’s government approval is necessary for Starlink to operate in the country.
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Delta Air Lines announced it will lower its profit forecast for the year 2026. Despite this news, the company’s stock price did not change much, and demand for air travel remains strong.
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Delta Air Lines reduced its profit outlook for 2026.
The company's stock price stayed mostly the same after the announcement.
Air travel demand continues to be strong according to Delta.
The report was covered by CBS News and included business analysis.
The announcement shows a cautious view of future profits despite current demand.
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Airlines are facing a serious financial problem due to high fuel prices, causing them to reduce flights and delay payments. Meanwhile, King Charles III paid a £1.5 million repair bill for his brother Andrew’s former home, after Andrew could not pay it.
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High fuel costs are forcing airlines to cut flights and delay lease payments for aircraft.
The collapse of Spirit Airlines and airBaltic earlier this year shows increasing risks in the airline industry.
Industry leaders say the chance of more airlines failing this winter is higher than before.
King Charles III paid £1.5 million to fix damage at the Royal Lodge, previously Andrew’s residence.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor could not pay the repair bill and gave up his 75-year lease.
The Prime Minister and Chancellor rejected a request for more NHS staff pay funding.
Tax changes on department stores and supermarkets are being debated as they may hurt local shopping areas.
Business leaders urge changes to government budgets to help economic growth and consumer spending.
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Boots, a well-known UK health and beauty retailer, has been sold for £7 billion to Wittington Investments, a company owned by the Weston family. The new owners plan to update Boots stores, keep the popular Advantage loyalty card, and expand the healthcare services Boots offers.
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Boots has been a major UK health and beauty retailer for many years with around 1,800 stores.
Wittington Investments, owned by the Weston family, bought Boots in a £7 billion deal.
The new owners want to improve and modernize Boots stores, especially smaller ones that need investment.
Boots has redesigned over 180 beauty areas and opened new concept stores recently.
The Boots Advantage loyalty card, giving points for money spent, is very popular and likely to continue.
Customers use the Advantage card to get discounts but some wish points could be used on partial payments.
Boots plans to grow its healthcare services, returning to its roots as a health-focused brand.
Retail experts say Boots’ strong customer loyalty through its card will be important as shopping habits change.
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Hurricane Isaias is causing major oil companies like Chevron and Shell to stop oil production and evacuate offshore platforms in the Gulf Coast. This disruption could affect oil supply and lead to changes in energy prices.
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Hurricane Isaias is moving toward the Gulf Coast region in the United States.
Major oil producers including Chevron and Shell are shutting down oil production.
Offshore oil facilities in the Gulf Coast are being evacuated due to the storm.
The shutdown is expected to impact energy markets and oil prices.
Joe Brettell, founder of Forward Energy, discussed the potential market effects on CBS News.
The Gulf Coast is a key area for U.S. oil production.
Hurricanes often cause temporary oil supply disruptions due to safety shutdowns.
The situation is being closely monitored as the storm approaches.
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The oldest group of Americans, households led by someone aged 75 or older, now has the highest median net worth at $504,000, according to a recent Federal Reserve survey. Wealth and income increased most for this group between 2022 and 2025, while younger families, especially those under 35, saw declines in their net worth.
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Households with heads aged 75 or older have the highest median net worth: $504,000 in 2025.
This group’s median annual income rose 24% since 2022, reaching $67,000.
Wealth for households led by people aged 65 to 74 grew by 37% between 2022 and 2025.
The stock market, especially gains in the S&P 500, helped boost wealth during this period.
Fidelity reported a record 769,000 401(k) accounts with at least $1 million in the second quarter of 2025.
The richest 10% of families saw their median net worth rise 31% to $3.6 million.
About 20% of U.S. households were behind on debt payments in 2025, up 7 percentage points since 2022.
Households led by people younger than 35 dropped 23% in median net worth to $33,000 due to lower business equity gains.
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Delta Air Lines lowered its profit forecast for the year because rising fuel costs have increased expenses, even though demand for air travel remains strong. The company expects to spend $6 billion more on fuel this year due to global tension affecting fuel prices and has raised ticket prices by about 20%.
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Delta expects annual fuel costs to increase by $6 billion in 2024.
Higher fuel prices are linked to tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
U.S. airlines spent $43 billion on fuel in the first eight months of 2024, up $13.2 billion from last year.
Delta lowered its earnings forecast to $5.10-$5.60 per share from $6.50-$7.50 earlier this year.
Despite higher prices, 60% of Delta’s flights for the last quarter are already booked.
Delta raised ticket prices by about 20% and expects those prices to hold even if fuel prices fall.
The airline added new international routes that will start in 2025, including Seattle to Tokyo and Boston to Venice.
Premium travel revenue at Delta increased by 18%, while lower-income travelers are cutting back on spending due to rising prices.
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Millions of people with student loans who get their remaining debts forgiven may face much higher federal tax bills. A new report says that after a tax break ends in 2025, borrowers could owe the government thousands of dollars in taxes on the forgiven amounts starting in 2026.
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Between 2 million and 3 million Americans could face extra federal taxes on forgiven student loan debt over the next ten years.
The extra tax bill could be between $6,000 and nearly $12,000 for some borrowers.
A temporary tax break from the American Rescue Plan Act, which excluded forgiven student loan debt from taxable income, ends on December 31, 2025.
Starting in 2026, forgiven debt under income-driven repayment (IDR) plans will again count as taxable income.
The average student loan balance canceled through IDR plans is about $49,697.
Most borrowers with canceled debt earn less than $50,000 a year (adjusted to $60,000 in 2026 dollars).
About 13 million Americans are currently enrolled in IDR plans, but only 2 to 3 million may see taxable loan forgiveness soon.
Borrowers may struggle to pay these new taxes, which can reduce savings and retirement funds and lead to IRS collection actions if unpaid.
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The Air Jordan brand is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the movie Space Jam by releasing new sneaker designs inspired by the film. These shoes include a faithful remake of the original Air Jordan 11 and creative versions like the "Green Screen" and "Magic Ball" models that highlight different aspects of the movie and appeal to new audiences.
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Space Jam first came out in 1996, starring Michael Jordan.
The Air Jordan 11 sneaker was worn by Jordan in the movie’s final scene.
The brand recreated the Air Jordan 11 with details identical to its 2000 retail release.
The "Green Screen" shoe has a design inspired by behind-the-scenes filming using green suits and digital effects.
The "Green Screen" model uses special materials like nubuck and suede and features bright orange accents referencing Bugs Bunny snacks and motion-tracking dots used in filming.
The "Magic Ball" model changes color depending on viewing angle, reflecting a scene where the Monstars absorb powers in the movie.
Packaging and design details aim to deepen fans’ connection to Space Jam and attract younger buyers.
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Southwest Airlines experienced a short computer system outage on Friday morning, causing delays in boarding and checked baggage handling. The airline confirmed the issue soon after passengers reported the problems.
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Southwest Airlines had a system outage on a Friday morning.
The outage affected the process of boarding passengers onto planes.
Checked baggage handling was also delayed during the outage.
Travelers began reporting delays early in the morning.
Southwest Airlines officially confirmed the outage shortly after reports began.
The outage was described as "brief" by Southwest Airlines.
No further details on the cause or resolution were provided in the report.
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Many companies say artificial intelligence (AI) is helping them work faster and better. However, it is hard for them to prove if AI actually saves money or increases profits. Experts say businesses should measure real results, like cost savings or new income, rather than just how often AI is used.
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A survey of 1,200 CEOs in 21 countries found half believe AI is the main reason for productivity gains last year.
About 23% of companies said those gains do not show up as increased profits.
Only 16% of companies have clear, real-time data on how much AI costs and earns.
Saving time with AI does not automatically mean saving money unless the extra time is used to do something valuable.
Businesses should compare results with and without AI to see its true impact.
Many companies struggle to set a starting point to measure AI’s return on investment (ROI).
Experts recommend building measurement systems before using AI to track its financial benefits accurately.
Real success with AI means earning more or saving enough money to cover the full cost of using it over time.
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The Buffett Indicator compares the total value of U.S. stock markets to the size of the economy and is currently at a very high level, signaling potential risk. This situation suggests that stocks may be overvalued, partly due to heavy investment and excitement around artificial intelligence (AI), raising concerns about a possible market downturn.
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The Buffett Indicator measures the value of all publicly traded U.S. stocks divided by the country’s economic output (GNP or GDP) and expresses it as a percentage.
The current Buffett Indicator level is over 230%, which is much higher than Warren Buffett’s "playing with fire" warning threshold of 200%.
High levels were also seen before the dot-com bubble burst in 1999-2000.
Around one-third of the U.S. stock market value comes from seven big tech companies heavily involved in AI: Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla.
These AI-focused companies have increased their combined value by about $27 trillion since late 2022.
There are concerns that stock prices are growing faster than company revenues, which could lead to a market crash if AI investments don’t succeed.
Bain & Company estimates the AI industry needs to generate $2 trillion in yearly revenue by 2030 to sustain current investment levels in data centers and computing power.
Warren Buffett commented that investors currently seem to be in a “gambling mood,” indicating high risk-taking behavior in the stock market.
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