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Alex Jones might regain control of Infowars if a bankruptcy court can't find a buyer for the platform. Jones owes over $1.4 billion to Sandy Hook families due to defamation lawsuits, and Infowars’ sale was intended to help pay these judgments. Without a buyer, the media platform may revert to Jones, complicating the efforts of Sandy Hook families to collect their awarded damages.
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Alex Jones could take back Infowars if there is no buyer from the bankruptcy process.
Jones owes over $1.4 billion to the Sandy Hook families because of defamation cases.
The sale of Infowars was planned to help pay off these judgments.
The bankruptcy trustee mentioned that the sale process might stop, meaning Jones could get Infowars back.
If Jones regains control, Sandy Hook families might have to pursue their legal claims in different state courts.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court ruled that Jones's debts can't be canceled in his bankruptcy.
With no sale, Jones might continue to operate Infowars, making it harder for families to get their compensation.
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The tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump have increased the cost of Halloween-related items. The National Retail Federation (NRF) reports that consumers will spend an average of $114.45 per person on Halloween, which is $11 more than last year. Many Halloween products are made overseas, leading to higher prices due to tariffs on imports.
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The average spend on Halloween items is expected to be $114.45 per person this year.
This amount is $11 higher than the previous year.
President Trump raised tariffs on most Chinese goods from 20% to 145% in April, then adjusted them to 30% in May.
About 90% of Halloween products have components made overseas, often in China.
Retailer Trick or Trick Studios paid $800,000 in tariff costs, leading to the layoff of 15 employees.
Costumes may cost $5 to $10 more due to tariffs.
Many consumers feel the increased prices make it difficult to afford Halloween items this year.
The White House states that tariffs are meant to support U.S. jobs and industry.
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Amazon introduced a new grocery brand called Amazon Grocery, merging Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly products. This brand aims to offer over 1,000 affordable products, mostly priced under $5, to attract budget-conscious shoppers. The initiative builds on Amazon's successful private-label sales and expands their grocery presence both online and in stores.
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Amazon created a new grocery brand by combining Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly.
The new brand, Amazon Grocery, includes over 1,000 food products.
Most products are priced under $5 to attract budget-focused customers.
Amazon plans to make shopping easier by having all its grocery items under one brand.
Private-label sales at Amazon, which include groceries, increased by 15% in 2024 compared to 2023.
The brand's products cover various categories like dairy, meat, and pantry items.
Amazon is expanding same-day delivery for groceries to more than 1,000 additional locations in the U.S.
Amazon Grocery products will be available online and in Amazon's physical stores.
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New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that mothers in England face a significant drop in earnings after having children. The study reveals that this "motherhood penalty" continues to affect their income for years as their earnings are reduced for each child they have. The report highlights issues such as unequal parental leave and limited flexible work options as contributing factors.
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Mothers in England see a large and lasting decrease in their earnings after having children.
Five years after the first child's birth, mothers' earnings drop by an average of £1,051 a month compared to the year before having the child.
Earnings continue to suffer after additional children, with specific estimated losses over five years: £65,618 for a first child, £26,317 for a second, and £32,456 for a third.
The "motherhood penalty" is linked to high childcare costs, unequal parental leave, and inflexible work hours.
Government efforts include 30 hours of funded childcare and new laws to protect pregnant women or those on maternity leave from redundancy.
Research indicates up to 74,000 new or expectant mothers lose their jobs each year due to pregnancy and maternity discrimination.
Despite a gradual narrowing of the gender pay gap, women working full time earn about 7% less than men.
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Renault warned its UK customers to be careful after hackers accessed personal data from a company that manages data for the carmaker. The hack did not affect financial details such as passwords or bank account information. Renault is contacting those impacted and collaborating with authorities to manage the situation.
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Renault UK warned customers about a data breach affecting a third-party provider.
Customer financial data was not compromised in the hack.
Hackers accessed personal data like names, addresses, and vehicle details.
Renault did not say how many people were affected.
The incident is reportedly isolated and has been contained.
All affected customers will be contacted and advised to ignore suspicious requests for personal information.
Similar cyber-attacks have recently affected other companies like Jaguar Land Rover and Asahi.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers sold on Walmart.com due to the risk of tipping over if not anchored, posing a danger to children. The recall affects about 610 dressers, which fail to meet safety standards set by the STURDY Act. The CPSC urges consumers to stop using the dressers and contact Gunaito for a refund.
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CPSC recalled Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers sold online by Walmart due to tip-over risks.
The dressers were sold from December 2024 through August 2025 for around $70 each.
They come in brown or white with metal frames and fabric drawers.
Approximately 610 dressers are included in the recall.
The recall is due to violations of safety standards in the STURDY Act, enacted to prevent tip-over injuries.
No injuries have been reported related to these dressers as of October 3.
The dressers are made by Changzhou Hengze Home Furnishing Co. Ltd and distributed by Gunaito Direct.
The CPSC advises immediate cessation of use unless the dresser is anchored.
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Sellers in the U.S. housing market are reducing home prices more than ever to attract cautious buyers. In August, homes typically sold for about 4% less than the asking price, and nearly 17% of sellers lowered their prices, the highest on record since 2012 for that month.
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In August, the typical U.S. home sold for about 4% less than its asking price.
Nearly 17% of sellers reduced their asking prices, the highest rate for August since 2012.
The housing market has slowed down due to high home prices, rising borrowing costs, and economic uncertainty.
There were over 2 million homes listed for sale in the U.S. in August.
Home sales declined 2.3% compared to the previous year.
Listings stayed 8 days longer on the market than in August 2024.
Sellers outnumbered buyers by more than 500,000, tipping the market in favor of buyers.
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A Reddit post about a woman receiving a mini candy bar as a thank-you for 11 years of service at her job has gone viral. This sparked discussions online about employee recognition and the pros and cons of long-term employment with a single company. Statistics show that workers today generally stay at jobs for a shorter time compared to previous generations.
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A woman received a mini candy bar as a reward for 11 years of service at her company.
The post gained over 42,000 upvotes on Reddit since October 1.
The median job tenure for workers is 3.9 years as of January 2024, the lowest since 2002.
Younger workers, especially those aged 16-24, tend to have shorter job tenures.
Older workers are more likely to stay with the same employer for 20 years or more.
Long-term employment can offer stability and promotion opportunities but may lead to limited learning experiences and salary stagnation.
The woman's partner revealed she does not receive bonuses or a high salary.
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The U.S. manufacturing sector is facing a challenge due to a lack of skilled workers, with projections showing that over half of the needed 3.8 million jobs might remain unfilled in the next decade. The issue stems largely from an aging workforce and a lack of interest from younger generations, who often see manufacturing jobs as less attractive. Efforts are underway to change this perception and encourage more young people to consider careers in manufacturing.
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The U.S. manufacturing sector employs nearly 13 million people.
There is an expected need to fill 3.8 million manufacturing jobs in the next ten years.
A shortage of skilled workers could leave 1.9 million of these jobs unfilled.
Many current manufacturing workers are over 55 and nearing retirement.
Manufacturing jobs are often perceived as outdated, though modern jobs are technical and safe.
The average salary in manufacturing in 2023 was $102,629.
Programs like FAME USA and Creators Wanted aim to connect students with manufacturing opportunities.
Initiatives are being launched to bring awareness to manufacturing careers, such as partnerships with schools.
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Japan is experiencing a shortage of Asahi beer and bottled tea due to a cyber-attack. The attack has affected Asahi's ability to process orders and deliver products from most of its factories within the country.
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Asahi Group's factories in Japan stopped operations due to a cyber-attack.
The attack disrupted Asahi's ordering and delivery systems.
Major retailers like FamilyMart and Lawson warn of Asahi product shortages.
Asahi has paused orders and shipments with no timeline for resumption.
FamilyMart stated that its Famimaru range of teas may be unavailable.
Lawson plans to offer alternative products to reduce customer impact.
Asahi is Japan's largest brewer and sells brands like Peroni and Grolsch.
There is no evidence of customer data being leaked from this attack.
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Baroness Michelle Mone has criticized the chancellor for using what she calls "inflammatory" language after a company connected to her, PPE Medpro, was ordered to pay a penalty for breaching a Covid-19 protective equipment contract. The company is linked to Baroness Mone's husband and failed to meet government standards for PPE gowns. Following a court ruling, there have been calls for Mone to lose her title as a peer.
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PPE Medpro is linked to Baroness Michelle Mone and her husband, Doug Barrowman.
The company was ordered by a judge to pay £122 million for not meeting contract standards for PPE gowns during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Baroness Mone accused the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, of using language that was "dangerous and inflammatory."
Mone claims Reeves' comments led to threats against her and increased concerns for her safety.
There are demands for an investigation into possible government interference in legal matters concerning the case.
Peerages can only be revoked by an act of Parliament, and there are cross-party calls for Mone's title to be removed.
The High Court found the company's surgical gowns did not pass a required sterilization process.
Baroness Mone was appointed as a Tory peer in 2015 but lost the whip following contract-related revelations.
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A judge in Washington, DC, decided that Elon Musk cannot move a lawsuit filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to Texas, despite Musk's claim that he is too busy to handle the case in Washington. The SEC lawsuit involves Musk's late disclosure of his Twitter stake, leading to calls for penalties.
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Elon Musk requested to move an SEC lawsuit from Washington, DC, to Texas, but a judge denied this request.
The judge mentioned that Musk has the resources to manage the case despite his busy schedule.
The SEC accuses Musk of delaying the disclosure of his more than 5% stake in Twitter, which they say allowed him to buy shares at lower prices.
The SEC seeks a civil fine and for Musk to give up $150 million, which they allege he saved at the cost of investors.
Musk’s companies, such as Tesla and SpaceX, are headquartered in Texas.
The SEC case against Musk began in January, focusing on his late share disclosure in early 2022.
Musk bought Twitter for $44 billion in October 2022 and renamed it X.
The judge also dismissed the idea of moving the case to Manhattan, citing her ability to handle it promptly.
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BetMGM offers new users a bonus when they sign up with specific promo codes. Depending on their location, users can get either a $150 bonus with a $10 winning bet or a $1,500 first-bet offer. This promotional offer is timed with key sports events like MLB Wild Card games and the 49ers-Rams football game.
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BetMGM provides new users a choice between a $150 bonus or a $1,500 first-bet offer.
The $150 bonus requires a $10 winning bet and is available in MI, NJ, PA, and WV.
The $1,500 first-bet offer is for users in states including AZ, CO, IL, and several others.
These offers coincide with MLB Wild Card games and a 49ers-Rams football game.
Users must be 21 or older and in a participating state to qualify.
The bonus bets from these offers are valid for 7 days.
BetMGM also offers in-app promotions like MLB and NFL boost tokens.
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Tesla experienced a significant increase in sales in the third quarter as U.S. buyers hurried to purchase electric cars before a tax credit expired. The company sold 497,099 cars, marking a 7.4% increase from the same time last year. Tesla is expected to face decreased sales following the tax credit phase-out.
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Tesla sales rose by 7.4% in the third quarter compared to the same period last year.
The company sold 497,099 cars in the third quarter, up from 462,890 cars last year.
Tesla delivered over 481,000 units of its Model 3 and Model Y in this quarter.
U.S. buyers rushed to buy Tesla vehicles before the expiry of a $7,500 federal tax credit.
The tax credit expiration has led to expectations of a sales drop in the fourth quarter.
Tesla aims to deliver 1.61 million cars for the year and needs about 389,498 more in the next quarter to meet this goal.
Tesla's European sales dropped by 22.5% in August, reducing its market share to 1.5%.
Tesla plans to introduce lower-cost models to maintain sales momentum after the tax credit phase-out.
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Demers Food Group has recalled certain Scott & Jon's Shrimp Scampi with Linguini products because of possible Listeria contamination. The recall affects products distributed across the U.S. from September 15, 2025, to September 25, 2025, and is linked to a recalled linguini pasta ingredient. No illnesses have been reported related to this recall.
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Demers Food Group issued a voluntary recall for Shrimp Scampi with Linguini due to possible Listeria contamination.
The recall covers products distributed in the U.S. from September 15, 2025, to September 25, 2025.
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in young, elderly, or people with weak immune systems.
The recall only affects the Shrimp Scampi with Linguini and not other Scott & Jon's products.
The contaminated ingredient came from Nate’s Fine Foods, which had already been recalled.
Customers should dispose of or return the affected product for a refund.
No reported illnesses have been connected to this recall.
FDA lists the affected products' details, such as UPC and GTIN numbers, in their alert.
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New customers using the Underdog promo code NEWSWEEK can receive a $100 bonus for making picks on MLB and NFL games. After registering and making an initial $5 entry, customers will get the bonus regardless of their bet's outcome. The offer includes playing in MLB elimination games and NFL Week 5 matchups.
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New customers can get a $100 bonus with the Underdog promo code by making a $5 entry.
The offer is available for MLB Wild Card round games including Tigers vs. Guardians, Padres vs. Cubs, and Red Sox vs. Yankees.
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Specific player performance bets are available for both MLB and NFL games.
The bonus is guaranteed regardless of the initial entry's outcome.
Using PayPal or a debit card is required for deposits.
Newsweek earns an affiliate commission if customers sign up through provided links.
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The Trump administration plans to announce financial support for American farmers next week. This aid is important because trade policies have severely affected farmers, especially those growing soybeans, due to the U.S.-China trade war. The government is considering using tariff money to fund this support.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said news about farmer support will be announced next Tuesday.
The support addresses damage caused by U.S. trade policies, particularly in the farm sector.
Soybean farmers have been hit hard because China, a major buyer, has stopped purchasing U.S. soybeans.
The U.S.-China trade war is a main reason behind the drop in demand for U.S. crops.
Officials are looking at using money from tariffs to help fund the support for farmers.
President Trump indicated in a social media post that tariff revenue could assist affected farmers.
The exact details of the aid plan, including its total cost, have not yet been shared.
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A study shows Miami is at high risk of a housing bubble, with home prices far outpacing rent increases. Miami ranks at the top of the UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index, indicating potential issues if prices continue to rise unsustainably. Despite high prices, demand is slowing due to several factors, like high home costs and borrowing rates.
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Miami leads the UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index with a score of 1.73, signaling high risk.
A housing bubble occurs when home prices rise rapidly due to high demand, speculation, and low supply.
Typical signs of a bubble include a large gap between home prices and local incomes or rent.
Over five years, Miami home prices grew about 50%.
Factors like high home prices and borrowing rates are slowing demand in Miami.
In August, Miami's median home price reached $670,000, up 8.9% from the previous year.
Miami's current price-to-rent ratio exceeds levels seen during the 2006 property bubble.
Experts expect Miami home prices might fall soon but not drastically, partly due to the city's appeal and growing housing inventory.
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Denmark's tax authority lost a £1.4 billion fraud case in the UK High Court against entities accused of using a financial scheme to wrongfully claim tax refunds. The court ruled that the Danish authority was not misled into making these payments, and the refund claims examined were not valid under Danish tax law. Denmark plans to appeal the decision.
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Denmark's tax authority, known as Skat, lost a fraud case involving £1.4 billion at the UK High Court.
The case focused on alleged misuse of "cum-ex schemes" to claim false tax refunds.
Sanjay Shah, linked to the defunct hedge fund Solo Capital Partners, was a key figure in the case.
The court ruled that Skat was not misled into paying these tax refunds.
None of the refund claims met Danish tax law standards.
The judgment criticized Skat's weak controls over tax refund assessments.
Denmark intends to appeal the court's decision.
Cum-ex schemes exploited legal loopholes in the dividend payment process to claim multiple tax refunds.
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The article highlights the growing trend of protein-rich foods aimed at women, led by female entrepreneurs. With the protein market rapidly expanding, women are becoming key consumers, influencing product offerings in popular food brands.
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Nicole Glabman created a product called "She's the Sauce" that contains protein and fiber.
The global market for protein supplements was worth $28 billion in the past year and is projected to reach $55 billion by 2030.
Female entrepreneurs are creating innovative protein products, like brownies and sauces, catering to women.
Major companies like Nestlé and Chobani are developing high-protein foods.
Women now make up 51% of the consumers adding more protein to their diets.
Buffy Protein, a brand using animal-based protein, is preparing to launch its protein-dense dips in November.
Elavi's protein brownies sold out in three hours and attracted interest from major retailers like Costco and Whole Foods.
The demand for fresh and innovative protein foods is growing, impacting food industry dynamics.
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