The Flatiron Building in New York City is being transformed from office space into luxury apartments, with some units priced as high as $58.5 million. After a long renovation, the building will have 36 upscale homes and new amenities, marking a major change for this historic landmark.
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The Flatiron Building is a famous triangular skyscraper in New York City, completed in 1902.
It has been covered in scaffolding for about seven years during renovations.
The building is being converted from offices into 36 luxury apartments.
Prices for these apartments range from $11 million to $58.5 million.
The most expensive residence includes five bedrooms and a balcony.
Renovations began in 2023 after the last office tenant left in 2019.
New facilities like a 60-foot swimming pool and a billiards room will be added.
The building owners include the Brodsky Organization, GFP Real Estate, and the Sorgente Group.
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Since new rules were introduced in May 2024, landlords in England cannot unreasonably refuse pets in rental homes. As a result, searches for pet-friendly rental properties on Rightmove dropped by more than 50% in May and June compared to last year. Some renters misunderstand the rules, and landlords can still refuse pets for legitimate reasons like allergies or unsuitable properties.
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New law in May 2024, part of the Renters' Rights Act, limits landlords from refusing pets without valid reasons.
Searches for pet-friendly rentals on Rightmove fell by 54% in May and 52% in June compared to the previous year.
Landlords can refuse pets if there is an allergy, the home is too small, the pet is illegal, or leaseholders do not allow pets.
Some renters wrongly believe pet permission is automatic when applying for a rental.
Tenants sometimes disclose pets only after signing the rental contract.
Landlords must consider pet requests fairly but may still deny them based on valid concerns.
Individuals with pets report improved chances of keeping pets due to the law, though challenges remain.
Pet-friendly searches remain popular but are declining as renters adjust to the new legal environment.
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A company plans to build a very large data center in Plumpton, near Melbourne, which will be six times bigger than a large shopping center. The project has caused concern among local residents about environmental, noise, and electricity use impacts, and a petition has gathered thousands of signatures calling for a full assessment of these effects.
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The planned site is 350 hectares, with about 140 hectares used for four data center buildings.
The data center will have a capacity of 2.4 gigawatts, needing more electricity than Victoria’s largest power station.
The site is near Melbourne’s renewable energy hub, close to suburbs, transmission lines, an airport, and a speedway.
Residents are worried about environmental harm, noise pollution, water and electricity use, and local property values.
There are currently 30 data centers operating in Victoria, with another 30 planned.
A petition with over 3,600 signatures asks the government to fully study the social, cultural, environmental, and infrastructure impacts.
Some locals feel the western suburbs are being used for industrial projects more than others due to available land and community responses.
The state government has designated the area as a green wedge, meant to protect natural, economic, and cultural values.
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Kalshi, a company that runs prediction markets, sent a legal warning to Netflix. Kalshi says a trailer for Netflix’s new documentary about prediction markets gives false information and wants it removed.
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Kalshi is a company that operates prediction markets, where people bet on future events.
Netflix released a trailer for a new documentary about prediction markets.
Kalshi says the trailer has false and misleading statements about their business.
Kalshi’s lawyer, Jovalin Dedaj, sent Netflix a cease-and-desist letter on Friday.
The letter asks Netflix to take down the trailer or face legal action.
The dispute centers on how prediction markets are shown in the documentary.
Prediction markets allow people to place bets on outcomes, often used to predict events.
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Maya and Dean Jankelowitz run Jack's Wife Freda, a restaurant chain in New York City. They focus on serving comfort food inspired by family recipes and traditions, attracting both locals and visitors.
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Jack's Wife Freda is a restaurant chain in New York City.
The owners are Maya and Dean Jankelowitz.
Their menu features comfort food based on family and grandmother recipes.
The food style aims to bring warmth and familiarity to customers.
The restaurant is popular with both New Yorkers and tourists.
Their approach is built on combining food, family, and tradition.
The story was covered by CBS News.
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Rick Rosenfield, co-founder of California Pizza Kitchen, shared the story of how he helped build the pizza chain. He discussed the history of the franchise and his new book about the company on CBS Saturday Morning.
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Rick Rosenfield co-founded California Pizza Kitchen.
The franchise became known for popularizing new styles of pizza in America.
Rosenfield appeared on CBS Saturday Morning to talk about the company’s history.
He wrote a memoir called "The California Pizza Kitchen Story: How Two Federal Prosecutors Changed the Way America Eats Pizza."
The book explains how two former government lawyers started the pizza chain.
California Pizza Kitchen is considered a well-known pizza restaurant chain in the US.
The interview and book highlight the growth and success of the brand.
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This article provides a list of cities and the local TV stations where CBS News' show "Sunday Morning" airs, along with the scheduled times for each city. The show times mostly range from early morning to mid-morning, varying by location.
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"Sunday Morning" is a CBS News show aired on Sunday mornings.
The article lists cities mostly in the United States with the corresponding TV stations airing the program.
Broadcast times generally range from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., depending on the city.
Some cities have the show starting as early as 5:00 or 6:00 a.m., especially in Alaska and Hawaii.
Larger cities like Boston, Chicago, and Atlanta have the show at 8:00 or 9:00 a.m.
The list includes stations from various states including Texas, Michigan, California, and New York.
This information helps viewers know where and when to watch the program locally.
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Equipment was accidentally dropped into the North Sea during preparations to start oil production at the Rosebank field, delaying the project to 2027. This delay affects Britain's plans to increase domestic oil and gas production amid debates over energy security and environmental concerns.
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Rosebank is Britain’s largest undeveloped oil and gas field, located 80 miles northwest of Shetland.
Equipment, including a safety valve, fell 1,100 meters to the seabed on April 18 during rig operations.
The rig involved is hired from Norwegian company Odfjell Drilling and could be inactive for up to four months.
Oil production at Rosebank was expected before the end of the year but is now delayed until 2027.
The Rosebank field is estimated to produce 300 million barrels of oil over 25 years.
Licenses for Rosebank and the nearby Jackdaw gasfield were paused after environmental court challenges.
Some MPs and unions argue more oil and gas production will help with energy costs and job security.
Environmental groups and some Labour MPs oppose new drilling due to climate impact and limited job creation.
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Housing prices have gone up a lot, making it hard for many people to buy homes. New bipartisan laws have been passed with the goal to help homebuyers afford houses, but it is uncertain how much these laws will improve the situation.
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Home prices have increased significantly in recent years.
Many potential buyers find housing unaffordable.
Congress passed new bipartisan housing legislation.
The purpose of the new laws is to support homebuyers.
Experts are unsure if these laws will make a big difference soon.
The housing affordability issue affects many people across the country.
The news segment aims to explain the current housing crisis and new policies.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers special discounts on products designed to improve daily life. Customers can visit cbsdeals.com to find and buy these items, and CBS earns a commission from sales made through the site.
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CBS Mornings Deals features items to enhance everyday living.
Discounts on these products are available exclusively through cbsdeals.com.
CBS receives a commission for purchases made via their deal site.
The deals are promoted during CBS Mornings broadcasts.
Viewers are encouraged to visit the website to access the offers.
The article promotes using the CBS News app or web browsers like Chrome and Safari.
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The new UK Chancellor, John Healey, announced several financial measures including a cut in VAT on household energy bills, a cap on bus fares, and a reduction in business rates for certain venues. The programme also discussed issues like frozen personal tax thresholds, water poverty affecting nearly two million households, and attitudes towards gifts and inheritance tax.
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John Healey is the new Chancellor of the Exchequer in the UK.
VAT on household energy bills will be cut starting in October.
Bus fares in England will be capped from January.
Business rates for pubs, clubs, and live music venues in England will be cut by 20% from April.
Nearly two million households in England and Wales are in water poverty, meaning they spend more than 5% of their income on water bills.
Water poverty causes some people to be unable to pay water bills and fall into debt with water companies.
A survey found that over 80% of people aged over 45 believe parents and grandparents should give money to younger generations while still alive rather than leave it as inheritance after death.
The personal tax threshold remains frozen, which could affect many taxpayers.
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Many U.S. states are holding large amounts of unclaimed money that belongs to people. This money can come from old bank accounts, insurance policies, or other sources. Individuals can search for and claim these funds by following certain steps.
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States hold billions of dollars in unclaimed funds.
These funds come from things like forgotten bank accounts and insurance payments.
The money is held until the rightful owner claims it.
People can search for unclaimed money online through state websites.
Claiming the money usually requires filling out a simple form and proving identity.
Each state has its own system for managing unclaimed funds.
Checking for unclaimed money is free and can be done at any time.
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Letters written by Morrissey before he formed the band The Smiths are set to be auctioned in London. The letters, written between 1974 and 1979, show his early ambitions and thoughts on music and politics, and are expected to sell for about £22,000.
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The letters were written by Morrissey between the ages of 14 and 20.
They were addressed to his pen friend Simon Pitt, who later became Birmingham's poet laureate.
The letters reveal Morrissey's ambition to be a rock star, actor, or writer.
Morrissey wrote about attending a Sex Pistols concert and changed his opinion about them.
The letters mention Morrissey's involvement with early punk bands, including The Nosebleeds.
Some letters discuss political views, including his reaction to Margaret Thatcher becoming prime minister.
The collection will be auctioned by Dawsons Auctioneers on 26 August.
The Smiths, with Morrissey as lead singer, were key figures in British indie rock during the 1980s.
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A recent study shows that in the United States, middle-class incomes have not kept up with rising prices caused by inflation in most states. Only two states have experienced income growth that matches or exceeds inflation.
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Inflation means the general rise in prices for goods and services.
Middle-class income is the typical earnings of middle-income families.
In most US states, middle-class income growth is less than the rate of inflation.
This means the middle class is effectively earning less in terms of what their money can buy.
Only two states have managed income growth that keeps up with or beats inflation.
The findings highlight financial challenges faced by the middle class across much of the country.
The study provides data state-by-state on where the middle class is most affected by inflation.
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The article discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, including humanoid robots, offer the United States a unique chance to strengthen its manufacturing industry. It suggests that support from the government in Washington can help make this transformation happen.
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AI and automation technologies are advancing rapidly.
Humanoid robots are a type of robot designed to look and move like humans.
These robots can help make manufacturing faster and more efficient.
The U.S. has an opportunity to rebuild its manufacturing sector using these technologies.
Government support is important to encourage investment in manufacturing automation.
Strong manufacturing can boost the economy and create jobs.
This shift could help the U.S. compete better in global markets.
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UK banks and financial providers are offering higher interest rates on savings accounts due to increased competition. Savers can find instant-access accounts with up to 5% interest, fixed-rate bonds near that level, and regular savings accounts offering up to 8%.
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More than half of the 1,385 reviewed savings accounts now pay interest above the Bank of England’s base rate of 3.75%.
Instant-access accounts pay around 2.53% on average, with top offers like Revolut paying 5% until December 4, 2024.
Chase offers a new account paying 4.5% for new customers, requiring a linked current account.
Fixed-rate savings bonds require locking money in for 6 months to 5 years; one-year bonds pay around 4.22% on average, with some bank offers up to 4.9%.
Regular savings accounts, where you save a set amount each month, can pay up to 8% interest but often require a current account and may limit withdrawals.
Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, and Santander all provide regular savings accounts paying 8% for 12 months.
Interest earned above tax-free limits on regular savings accounts can be subject to tax if not held in an ISA (Individual Savings Account).
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Syngenta will stop selling the herbicide paraquat in Australia because new government rules have made it too costly to sell. Paraquat is banned in over 70 countries due to health concerns, including links to Parkinson’s disease, but it is still used in Australian farming under restrictions.
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Paraquat is a herbicide that has been linked to Parkinson’s disease.
It is banned in more than 70 countries and has not been allowed in the European Union since 2007.
Australia recently introduced new rules to restrict the use of paraquat, such as banning backpack sprayers and requiring better protective gear.
Syngenta says these new rules and higher costs in the supply chain make selling paraquat in Australia unprofitable.
The company will phase out its paraquat products following government deadlines.
Generic versions of paraquat will still be available to Australian farmers.
Some experts say there is strong evidence paraquat exposure increases Parkinson’s disease risk.
Grain industry representatives worry Syngenta’s exit might reduce farming options and affect future investments in Australia.
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A Lidl deputy manager with ADHD was dismissed after breaking company rules but won a legal case because his employer did not properly consider his condition or make reasonable adjustments. The case reflects a growing number of workplace disputes involving neurodivergent employees, highlighting challenges companies face in supporting workers with conditions like ADHD and autism.
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Ryan Toghill, a Lidl deputy store manager diagnosed with ADHD, was dismissed after a disciplinary meeting.
He successfully appealed and later won over £45,000 in a tribunal for unfair dismissal and failure to make reasonable adjustments.
The tribunal found Lidl did not provide additional breaks or consider ADHD communication differences during the process.
Neurodivergence includes conditions like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and Tourette’s syndrome.
The Equality Act 2010 may protect neurodivergent workers by requiring reasonable workplace adjustments.
Cases involving neurodivergence in employment tribunals in the UK increased from 265 in 2020 to 517 in 2025.
Many disputes arise not from deliberate discrimination but from overlooked adjustments and lack of managerial training.
Awareness of neurodivergence is growing, but businesses often struggle to meet the specific needs of neurodivergent employees.
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President Donald Trump announced new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 countries due to concerns about forced labor. These tariffs replace a previous temporary 10% tariff that was about to expire. The new charges may affect prices for U.S. consumers.
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President Trump set tariffs on imports from 60 countries.
The tariffs range between 10% and 12.5%.
The action is based on concerns about forced labor in those countries.
These new tariffs replace a temporary 10% tariff that was about to end.
The changes may lead to higher costs for products in the U.S.
The announcement was made on a Thursday.
The tariffs apply to a wide group of international trade partners.
The goal is to address labor rights issues connected to imported goods.
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BuzzBallz, a popular pre-mixed cocktail brand among young drinkers, has packaging that cannot be recycled because it mixes plastic and metal, which cannot be separated. The company previously claimed on its UK website that the packaging was recyclable, but experts and recycling authorities have confirmed this is not true.
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BuzzBallz packaging combines a plastic ball (PET) with an aluminum lid that cannot be separated for recycling.
UK recycling facilities do not accept BuzzBallz packaging, and it can contaminate other recyclable materials if processed.
The company’s UK website incorrectly stated the packaging was recyclable and partnered with TerraCycle, a scheme only available in the US.
BuzzBallz was founded by Merrilee Kick and bought by the Sazerac Company in 2024.
The product is popular because it is strong, affordable, and convenient for younger drinkers.
Recycling experts say mixing materials like plastic and metal in one package creates a “villain” for current recycling systems.
Recycling aluminum helps protect the environment by reducing mining impacts, but mixed materials in BuzzBallz packaging prevent proper recycling.
The shape of the BuzzBallz container also causes problems at recycling plants because they roll on conveyor belts and are hard to sort correctly.
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