A $31 billion data center project by AI company Anthropic is planned for rural Queensland, Australia, on a 725-hectare site currently used as a feedlot near Dalby. The data center would be the largest in Australia, using a huge amount of energy, sparking local opposition due to concerns about environmental impact and repeating past boom-and-bust cycles from gas projects.
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The project site is near Denver Kanowski’s home, which is surrounded by gas wells, a coal mine, and gas power plants.
Anthropic’s data center will power a large AI language model called Claude.
The data center will use a cooling system claimed to need less water than typical data centers.
It will require up to 2.16 gigawatts of power, about one-quarter of Queensland’s total energy demand.
The project is expected to create thousands of construction jobs and about 1,400 permanent jobs.
Local residents and farmers have raised concerns based on past negative experiences with gas industry projects.
Over 21,500 people signed a petition opposing the project, fearing environmental and economic harm.
Similar data center projects have faced backlash and restrictions in parts of the United States due to energy use and noise.
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The U.S. workforce now includes five generations working together: Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. This mix is changing how companies manage employees, requiring more flexible approaches to mentorship, technology use, and work styles.
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Five generations are working side by side in offices for the first time in U.S. history.
Millennials make up the largest group in the workforce at 36%, followed by Gen X at 31%, Gen Z at 18%, Boomers at 15%, and the Silent Generation at 1%.
Baby Boomers are working past traditional retirement age in increasing numbers.
Mentorship is two-way, with both younger and older employees learning from each other.
Managers focus on outcomes rather than insisting on one specific way to complete tasks.
Use of AI at work does not strongly depend on age; some older employees are very active with AI tools while some younger workers are cautious.
A survey showed Gen Z workers often feel confident about AI but admit to sometimes overstating their skills, which can cause work issues.
Companies are adapting to these changes by encouraging flexibility and growth mindsets across all age groups.
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Costa’s coffee shops have returned to making a profit after updating their stores and adding new drinks like iced coffee and matcha. The company plans to open more stores and continue improving its services while facing competition and rising coffee prices.
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Costa has 2,700 outlets in the UK and Ireland and about 4,000 worldwide.
The company made an operating profit of £20 million in 2025, after losses in the previous two years.
Revenues increased by 5% to nearly £1.3 billion in 2025.
Costa added 50 new UK stores in 2025 and plans another 50 this year, including more drive-throughs.
The menu now includes iced drinks, matcha (a type of green tea), and fresher pastries.
Younger customers prefer decaffeinated options and low-calorie iced coffees like "Velvetino."
Costa is the UK’s largest seller of matcha in cafes and the third biggest brand in home coffee machines.
Owner Coca-Cola abandoned plans to sell Costa after bids did not meet their expectations.
The price and availability of coffee beans remain a concern due to possible effects from the El Niño climate phenomenon.
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Glasgow council plans to fire and rehire 23,000 non-teaching workers with lower pay, after union talks failed. The council and unions have paused and restarted talks several times, with uncertainty about job and pay conditions continuing.
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Glasgow council workers could be fired and rehired on worse pay terms due to pay and grading changes.
About 23,000 non-teaching council staff are affected by this plan.
Union talks with the council broke down, especially with Unison refusing a pay offer that cuts pay for 11% of workers.
Fire-and-rehire letters were sent as part of the plan but a pause was agreed after further talks.
The Scottish government opposes fire-and-rehire practices as unfair work.
The council previously paid over £500 million to settle past unequal pay claims mostly involving women.
Unions want longer pay protection and other concessions before agreeing to new terms.
Green councillors tried to stop the plan but were rejected by the council committee.
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The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) received £2.3 million from the government after roadworks near its major garden in Wisley caused three years of traffic problems, reducing visits by 350,000 and costing the charity an estimated £13 million. RHS plans to expand community gardening and bring gardens into NHS hospitals to improve health and wellbeing.
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The government paid £2.3 million compensation to the RHS for disruption caused by road upgrades on the A3 and M25.
RHS’s garden in Wisley saw visits fall by around 350,000 over three years due to traffic jams caused by roadworks.
The RHS estimates it lost about £13 million because of the drop in visitors during this period.
Gardener and TV presenter Alan Titchmarsh led a campaign to get the compensation.
The RHS runs the Chelsea Flower Show, which remains highly popular and a major fundraiser despite recent criticism.
RHS director Clare Matterson promotes community gardening to reclaim unused land and improve local wellbeing.
RHS wants to create hospital gardens to help patients, families, and staff by offering peaceful outdoor spaces.
2.5 million people already garden in communities, but 13 million would like to, with land access being a major challenge.
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The UK car industry is facing a tough choice between growing trade with China or maintaining access to the European Union market. The UK currently allows low-cost Chinese cars to enter without import taxes, unlike the EU and US, but Brussels has warned this may lead to restrictions on UK car exports to Europe, the UK’s largest market.
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The UK does not tax imported Chinese cars, while the EU charges up to 45% duties and the US restricts Chinese vehicles almost completely.
EU officials warned the UK to impose tariffs on Chinese cars or face trade barriers that could hurt UK car exports to Europe.
UK ministers worry tariffs on Chinese cars would lead to China imposing similar taxes on UK exports.
Chinese car brands have increased their UK market share from 4% to 12% in early 2026, helping boost British new car sales by 12% year-on-year.
Chinese investments, such as Chery’s talks to build cars at Nissan’s Sunderland plant, are seen as important for the UK car industry.
The EU is considering new trade rules restricting subsidies and contracts to cars made within the EU, threatening UK car production.
The EU accounted for 58% of UK car exports in the first half of the year, compared to just 4% for China.
Industry leaders say excluding UK cars from the EU market would harm both sides, while some warn about Chinese car imports flooding Europe through the UK.
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers warned that global economic problems will increase pressure on Australia’s budget, but he does not expect a recession in Australia. He said government spending cuts are needed but asked critics to specify which services should be cut, noting that private sector demand and the war in the Middle East are major reasons for rising inflation.
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Jim Chalmers said the ongoing global conflicts and economic issues are causing strong pressure on Australia’s budget.
The war involving Iran and the US has reduced oil supply, pushing prices and inflation higher worldwide, including Australia.
Australia’s annual inflation rose to 4% by August, and interest rates have increased to 4.6%, the highest since 2011.
The government plans to identify further budget savings for the mid-year update after already cutting nearly $45 billion over four years.
Chalmers stated that cutting government spending alone wouldn’t solve inflation because most demand in the economy is from the private sector.
He urged the public to suggest which government services to reduce if they disagree with spending increases in areas like Medicare or tax cuts.
Critics, including the shadow treasurer, blamed Chalmers for raising inflation and creating economic risks, but government officials said avoiding recession and unemployment is a priority.
Chalmers will visit Japan to meet business and government leaders to encourage investment and improve fuel security.
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The U.S. hemp THC industry, worth about $28 billion, is at risk because of a new federal rule that would ban many hemp products containing THC, the chemical that makes people feel high. Congress recently delayed the ban’s start to give more time to decide if these products can be regulated instead of banned.
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THC is the part of cannabis that causes intoxication; hemp products with THC have grown rapidly but are different from legal marijuana.
A 2018 law legalized hemp with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, but allowed products that still caused impairment to be sold widely.
Senator Mitch McConnell added a rule banning hemp products with more than 0.4 milligrams of THC per container.
This ban was delayed from November 12 to December 11 to give Congress more time to work on regulations.
The hemp THC industry says the ban could cause $28.3 billion in lost sales and 225,000 job losses.
Some industry leaders support limits on THC and age restrictions to keep their businesses alive.
A 0.4-milligram limit is very strict and would hurt many companies, including those selling beverages in multiple states.
Some hemp products, including non-intoxicating items like lotions, could be banned under the new limit.
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Geraint Anderson, a former London banker, said he showed some psychopathic traits to succeed in the high-pressure finance world. He explained that traits like confidence, emotional detachment, and manipulation can be rewarded in corporate jobs, but these same traits are also linked to psychopathy, a mental disorder marked by lack of empathy and guilt.
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Geraint Anderson worked 12 years as a trader in London and earned millions before leaving before the 2008 financial crash.
Anderson was told by a clinical psychologist he may have had "situational psychopathy" to thrive in finance.
Psychopathic traits include manipulating others, lack of guilt, irresponsibility, and difficulty maintaining relationships.
Anderson changed his appearance and personality to fit into the finance world.
Success and bonuses became a way for Anderson to measure his worth.
Psychopathy is measured by a checklist called the PCL-R, with scores above 25 indicating psychopathy; Anderson rated himself around 8 or 9.
Psychopathy involves lack of empathy but can sometimes help people become strong leaders.
Psychologist Robert Snowden advised not to promote or marry psychopaths due to their harmful traits.
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The article warns that large investments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology might cause serious economic problems. If the expected improvements in productivity do not happen, it could lead to widespread financial instability.
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Many companies and investors have put a lot of money into building AI infrastructure.
This large investment creates a risk across the whole economy (called systemic risk).
The risk is that AI might not bring the productivity gains people expect.
If productivity gains do not occur, financial problems could spread widely.
Such issues could lead to a major economic downturn or crash.
The article highlights the need to carefully watch and manage these risks.
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Kate Korngold, a young designer, created Featherie, a brand that makes stylish and comfortable golf clothes for women. She turned her design sketches into real products that people can use on the golf course.
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Kate Korngold is a teen designer focused on golf fashion.
She started the brand Featherie, which makes women's golf apparel.
The brand aims to combine style with comfort for golfers.
Interiors CBS News covered her story on "CBS Saturday Morning."
Featherie provides functional clothing designed specifically for the needs of women golfers.
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A class action settlement has been reached for people who returned items purchased from Amazon over several years. Those who qualify may receive payment as part of the $309 million settlement.
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The settlement involves Amazon customers who returned products.
It covers returns made over multiple years.
Eligible people will receive notices by email.
The total settlement amount is $309 million.
This is a class action settlement, meaning it applies to a large group of people.
Payments are part of resolving a legal case regarding Amazon returns.
Recipients should check their emails to see if they qualify.
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Designer Thomas Heatherwick is leading a global campaign called “Humanise” to make buildings more enjoyable and healthy for people. His campaign, backed by a £1.5 million research project, aims to change how buildings and streets in the UK are designed by focusing on their emotional impact, not just cost and efficiency.
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Thomas Heatherwick is a designer known for The Vessel in New York and the 2012 Olympic cauldron.
His firm, Heatherwick Studio, works from London and Shanghai.
The “Humanise” campaign launched in 2023 and will run for 10 years.
The campaign addresses problems from “boring” buildings affecting public health.
A £1.5 million research project is studying how buildings can promote well-being in the UK.
Many modern buildings focus too much on cost and function, ignoring how they make people feel.
Architects say current design often leads to dull, uniform buildings due to financial and efficiency pressures.
The campaign encourages planners and developers to include emotion and joy in building designs.
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CBS Mornings offers special discounts on various products to help improve daily life. Viewers can visit cbsdeals.com to access these exclusive deals, and CBS earns commissions from purchases made through the site.
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CBS Mornings features deals on items to enhance everyday living.
The deals are exclusive and available at cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns commission from purchases made through the website.
The segment is part of the CBS Deals series promoting special offers.
The article mentions many other news topics, but the main focus is on promoting CBS Mornings Deals.
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The article discusses the importance of allowing people to take oil companies to court. It argues that these corporations should be responsible for their actions and not be protected from local legal claims.
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The focus is on holding oil companies accountable in courts.
The article emphasizes that corporations should face local legal responsibilities.
It implies the courts have a role in ensuring companies are not above the law.
Accountability here means companies must answer for their actions in local legal systems.
The discussion centers on the power balance between large corporations and local communities.
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Sales of bacon products made without nitrites are growing in the UK as consumers worry about chemicals used to preserve meat. Major retailers like Tesco and Waitrose are offering more nitrite-free bacon to meet this rising demand, even though food experts say there is no proof these products are healthier.
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Nitrites are chemicals used to cure meat, helping to preserve it and keep it pink.
Some consumers are worried nitrites could pose health risks, leading to higher sales of nitrite-free bacon.
Tesco now sells two types of nitrite-free back bacon in 570 stores, starting from September 21.
Waitrose has doubled its range of nitrite-free bacon and ham, with sales rising by over 34% in the past year.
Data shows that nitrite-free bacon sales reached £34.8 million over one year, growing 11.4%, while conventional bacon sales dropped.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) says processed meat is linked to cancer risk, but there is no solid proof that nitrites alone cause this risk.
Removing nitrites from meat can make it harder to keep the food safe, as these chemicals prevent harmful bacteria.
Experts say vegetables also contain nitrates, which can become nitrites, but they come with other nutrients that reduce harm.
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Athleisure, a style of soft, stretchy clothing originally meant for exercise, has become very popular in America, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. This style replaced jeans and T-shirts as the main casual wear because it is comfortable and looks good enough for daily life. The fashion industry adapted by offering more refined and coordinated athleisure outfits, turning sweatpants into higher-priced, fashionable items.
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Athleisure clothes are soft, comfortable, and stretchy, designed originally for working out.
Before the pandemic, jeans and T-shirts were most common for casual wear.
The COVID-19 pandemic made many people stay home, so athleisure became popular for its comfort during remote work.
Athleisure moved from just workout clothing to everyday outfits that people wear in public.
Fashion brands created softer designs and allowed customers to buy matching tops and bottoms separately.
Athleisure outfits can now cost around $200, showing their shift to a more fashionable market.
Some people once saw leggings as lazy or only for certain moms, but brands have changed this view.
The trend reflects a bigger change toward casual, comfortable clothes in American daily life.
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London’s Gatwick Airport shared a video showing the full journey of a checked bag from drop-off to loading onto a plane. In the U.S., over 40 million bags were handled by major airlines in July, with more than 221,000 bags reported as lost, delayed, or damaged, costing the industry billions of dollars.
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Gatwick Airport created a 360-degree video to show how luggage moves through the airport after check-in.
Bags go through conveyor belts, multiple scanning points, security screening, and automated sorting before loading onto planes.
In July, U.S. airlines handled over 40.7 million bags on domestic flights.
About 221,000 bags were mishandled, including lost, damaged, or delayed bags.
American Airlines had the highest number of mishandled bags, followed by United, Delta, Southwest, and SkyWest.
Mishandled bags cost the airline industry approximately $6.3 billion each year.
These costs are about 15% of the estimated $41 billion airline industry profit in 2025.
Passengers expect faster and more reliable baggage service, similar to fast parcel delivery with tracking updates.
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The UK is being asked to take action after Polymarket, a US-based online betting platform, allowed people to place bets on whether major banks like HSBC and Lloyds will fail by the end of the year. UK financial regulators are discussing concerns about market abuse and financial risks related to these online bets.
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Polymarket lets users bet on outcomes ranging from sports to financial events, including potential bank failures.
Users have placed over $77,000 in bets on major banks such as HSBC, Lloyds, JP Morgan, and BNP Paribas failing.
People from about 150 countries can use Polymarket, but residents of the UK, US, Canada, and EU are banned.
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is talking to other regulators to address risks to market integrity.
There are worries that insider trading and market manipulation could happen on Polymarket.
Experts fear these bets might increase financial instability and could lead to bank runs, where many customers take out their money quickly.
Polymarket states its markets help spread information more widely and have legal safeguards.
European regulators have warned that prediction markets using blockchain technology face rising risks of manipulation and insider trading.
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Hammersmith and Fulham council in London may raise council tax by up to 150% by 2027/28 due to large cuts in government funding. The council is losing more than half of its government grant because of a new funding formula that shifts money from wealthier to poorer areas, forcing some London councils to increase council tax significantly to keep services running.
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Hammersmith and Fulham council faces a potential 150% council tax increase to balance its budget.
This increase means Band D households could pay about £29 more per week by 2027/28.
The council’s government funding will drop from £150.5 million in 2025/26 to £72.4 million over four years.
The new funding formula, called the “fair funding” review, redistributes money from richer areas to regions with more social needs.
London councils like Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, and Wandsworth also have powers to raise taxes above the normal 5% limit due to funding shortfalls.
A Band D household currently pays £1,519 yearly in council tax, including a Greater London Authority charge.
Hammersmith and Fulham council claims it has already cut costs deeply while supporting economic growth and jobs in the borough.
Some council leaders say the government’s way of measuring deprivation is flawed and does not fully reflect local needs.
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