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A federal trial has started to determine if Amazon used confusing methods to get people to sign up for its Prime membership and made it difficult to cancel. The U.S. government claims Amazon tricked customers into subscribing, while Amazon denies these accusations. The case involves arguments about customer protection and business practices.
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Amazon is in court facing claims from the U.S. government about its Prime membership practices.
The government argues that Amazon tricked users into signing up and made cancellation hard.
Prime costs $139 a year or $14.99 a month for subscribers.
Over 200 million people were last reported as Prime members in 2021.
The trial is being held in Seattle and is expected to last about a month.
The FTC is accusing Amazon of using "dark patterns," which are designs that confuse users.
Amazon denies wrongdoing and compares its practices to those of other subscription services.
A separate antitrust case against Amazon is scheduled for 2027.
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Rent for spaces in mobile home parks is going up according to census data. This increase is making it hard for some mobile home owners to afford staying in their homes.
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Rent for mobile home park lots is rising.
Census data supports these findings.
Some mobile home owners report they cannot afford the higher rent.
The rising rent may force some owners to leave their homes.
Mobile home parks offer space for owners of manufactured homes.
These changes are part of broader economic trends affecting housing costs.
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Porsche's stock dropped over 7% after it announced delays in rolling out new electric vehicles (EVs), which could hurt its profits by 2025. The company plans to slow its shift to EVs due to reduced demand, and intends to extend the production of gasoline cars. This decision is part of a bigger challenge European carmakers face, such as competition from Chinese brands and a sluggish economy.
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Porsche shares fell more than 7% due to delayed EV rollout plans.
The delay could reduce Porsche's profit margin from up to 7% to 2% or less.
Porsche is shifting focus back to gasoline and hybrid models due to weak EV demand.
Parent company Volkswagen's shares also dropped over 7% on the same day.
European carmakers face competition from Chinese brands like BYD and XPeng.
The European market aims to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2035.
The company cited U.S. import tariffs and a drop in the Chinese luxury market as challenges.
BMW and Mercedes-Benz are also reducing costs to stay competitive.
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Sinclair Broadcasting will not show "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on its stations, even though ABC plans to bring the show back. Sinclair is thinking about selling its local stations and needs approval for this. Talks with ABC are still happening.
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Sinclair will not air "Jimmy Kimmel Live" starting Tuesday.
Instead, Sinclair will show news programming on those slots.
Sinclair is considering selling its local TV stations.
Selling the stations requires approval from regulators.
Discussions with ABC about the show's return are ongoing.
Nexstar, a large local broadcast group, might also stop airing the show.
Nexstar plans to buy Tegna for $6.2 billion in cash.
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Consumer group Which? has launched a "super-complaint" against the home and travel insurance sectors in the UK, describing them as "broken". The complaint highlights issues with how insurance claims are handled and suggests that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has not adequately protected consumers. This complaint requires a response from authorities within 90 days.
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Which? is a consumer group advocating for customers' rights.
A "super-complaint" is a formal action taken on behalf of consumers when a large number of people are perceived to be harmed by a specific sector.
Which? claims that the way home and travel insurance claims are handled is problematic.
An example given is an insurer initially refusing to pay a claim for a cancelled holiday because the flight had technically started.
About 30 million people in the UK have buildings and contents insurance; a similar number have travel insurance.
The claim acceptance rate is high for car insurance but lower for buildings and travel insurance.
The complaint targets claims handling, sales practices, and regulatory oversight by the FCA.
The FCA must respond to the super-complaint within 90 days.
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A survey by the Yale School of Management found that many top company leaders in the U.S. believe certain White House policies have been bad for their businesses. Some executives feel that these policies, including tariffs and actions by President Trump, are possibly illegal, though they remain publicly silent out of concern for retaliation.
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The survey was conducted during a CEO meeting organized by the Yale School of Management.
71% of CEOs said tariffs negatively affected their businesses.
74% agreed with court rulings that Trump's tariffs were illegally implemented.
80% believed President Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates was not in the country's best interest.
76% felt Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.'s actions were risking U.S. public health.
A new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas was announced, which could affect tech companies.
Business leaders traditionally supportive of the Republican party are hesitant to express their concerns publicly.
The White House claims to be working with businesses to strengthen the U.S. economy.
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The U.S. government is set to approve a deal that separates TikTok's U.S. operations from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. This deal involves selling parts of TikTok to American investors and aims to meet legal requirements set by Congress in 2024. The White House stated that most of TikTok's U.S. operation board members will be Americans, and Oracle will host U.S. user data.
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President Trump is expected to sign an order to approve the TikTok deal this week.
The deal separates TikTok's U.S. operations from ByteDance, complying with a 2024 law.
The White House announced an agreement in principle, with further paperwork pending.
The deadline to finalize the deal has been postponed several times, now set for mid-December.
Most board members of TikTok’s U.S. operations will be U.S. citizens.
Oracle will host U.S. user data on its cloud infrastructure.
ByteDance will retain less than 20% ownership of TikTok's U.S. operations.
The investor group includes companies such as Silver Lake, Oracle, and Andreessen Horowitz.
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A company that sells Tylenol, called Kenvue, is defending the drug's safety after the Trump administration suggests a link between Tylenol and autism. Kenvue states that acetaminophen, Tylenol's main ingredient, is safe for pregnant women, and backed by global health experts. The company's stock has dropped amid concerns about these claims.
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Kenvue sells Tylenol and other consumer health products and is a spin-off from Johnson & Johnson.
The Trump administration is suggesting a link between taking Tylenol during pregnancy and autism.
Kenvue argues that there is no credible evidence showing that acetaminophen causes autism.
Kenvue claims acetaminophen is considered safe for pregnant women by health professionals.
The discussion has impacted Kenvue’s stock, which dropped over 6% on the news.
Kenvue's revenue heavily relies on its self-care segment, which includes Tylenol.
President Trump and his health officials plan to discuss this topic at a White House event.
Kenvue's business strategy is affected as the controversy threatens market share gains for Tylenol.
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President Trump aims to boost the U.S. economy and manufacturing but faces challenges from a worker shortage. This shortage is partly due to immigration policies that increase costs and reduce the number of foreign workers. These policies may also slow down economic growth.
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Trump plans to grow the U.S. economy and manufacturing sector.
New rules make it more expensive for companies to hire foreign workers using H-1B visas, which now cost $100,000 instead of $2,500.
The Labor Department will change pay requirements for these foreign workers.
Companies may have fewer workers since legal and illegal immigration is reduced.
Net immigration is expected to drop to 400,000, down from 2 million.
The aging baby boom generation is retiring, and the following generations are smaller, affecting the workforce size.
The employment rate for people aged 25 to 54 was 80.7% in August, higher than previous Trump terms.
Economic growth could slow due to fewer available workers and stricter immigration controls.
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Bodycare is closing its last 56 stores, which will result in 444 job losses. Administrators concluded that keeping the business open is no longer possible and selling the stores is unlikely. The company is planning to help affected employees and explore future options for its brand.
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Bodycare will shut down its final 56 stores.
This shutdown will cost 444 people their jobs.
The closures are expected to happen by Saturday.
Administrators say selling the stores is unlikely.
Bodycare was established in Lancashire in 1970.
The company was known for its bright store layouts and warehouse-style displays.
Administrators will look for options regarding the company's assets and brand.
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A federal judge has allowed the nearly complete Revolution Wind offshore project to continue after it was halted by the Trump administration due to unspecified national security concerns. The project, which involves Danish energy company Orsted, aims to meet 2.5% of the electricity needs for Rhode Island and Connecticut. The delay was costing significant daily expenses, and the judge noted the potential harm to the project and its workers.
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A federal judge ruled that the Revolution Wind project could continue after being stopped by the Trump administration.
The project was paused due to unspecified national security concerns.
Revolution Wind is 80% finished and plans to provide electricity to Rhode Island and Connecticut.
The construction delay was costing $2.3 million per day.
More than 1,000 people have been working on this wind farm.
If not completed soon, a necessary ship won't be available again until 2028.
The project has spent or committed about $5 billion so far.
Revolution Wind is the first large offshore wind farm for Rhode Island and Connecticut.
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Spirit Airlines plans to furlough about one-third of its flight attendants, affecting around 1,800 workers. This decision is to adjust their staff levels to match their smaller fleet size due to upcoming capacity cuts.
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Spirit Airlines will furlough around 1,800 flight attendants.
This represents about one-third of their current 5,200 flight attendants.
The furloughs are set to begin on December 1 of this year.
Spirit Airlines operates flights to over 75 destinations in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
The decision is part of a plan to align staffing with a 25% reduction in flight capacity starting November.
Spirit Airlines expressed commitment to treating affected employees with respect during this process.
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Many companies are speaking less about their efforts to fight climate change, a trend known as "greenhushing." Experts argue this could be a mistake because most people still support businesses that address environmental issues. They believe companies should talk more about their sustainability actions, as this can help boost customer support and loyalty.
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Businesses are mentioning climate change less in their reports and earnings calls.
"Greenhushing" refers to companies being quieter about their sustainability efforts.
This trend started during a pushback against ESG (environmental, social, and governance) practices.
Experts say not talking about climate actions can be a mistake for businesses.
Data shows that the public generally supports companies that take steps to address climate change.
Sustainable business practices can lead to better management, increased customer loyalty, and employee retention.
Products marketed with a sustainability focus have gained market share faster.
Strong environmental messaging is vital, especially in the European Union and emerging markets.
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The expansion plans for Gatwick's second runway could lead to more flights, posing challenges for the UK's climate goals. The UK Climate Change Committee warns that increased flying emissions threaten the UK's emissions targets, emphasizing the need for reduced air travel demand and the use of sustainable fuels. The government is working to increase the use and production of sustainable aviation fuels to help meet climate targets but faces challenges with supply and cost.
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Gatwick's second runway could add 100,000 flights each year.
Heathrow's potential third runway could add 276,000 flights annually.
The UK aims to be net zero in emissions by 2050, requiring emission cuts from aviation.
The UK Climate Change Committee reported a 9% rise in flight emissions last year.
Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) are expected to play a major role in reducing emissions.
The UK government has a mandate to increase SAF from 2% in 2023 to 22% by 2040.
Parliament is considering a bill to support SAF production with financial guarantees.
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A new joint venture involving Oracle and Silverlake will manage TikTok in the U.S., but the government won't own any part or have a board seat. This arrangement is designed to follow both U.S. and Chinese laws. Oracle will handle the app's security and ensure American data safety.
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Oracle and Silverlake will be part of a new joint venture controlling TikTok's U.S. operations.
The U.S. government won't own any part of TikTok or have a seat on its board.
TikTok's content recommendation system will be adjusted using U.S. data under Oracle's supervision.
Oracle will act as the security provider, overseeing app updates and data storage.
The deal's negotiation had to consider both U.S. and Chinese legal requirements.
President Trump plans to sign an executive order to indicate the deal meets U.S. national security needs.
The closing of the deal is set to happen 120 days after signing.
National security worries arose because of TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, being based in China.
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A bakery and coffee shop chain named Butterwick is shutting down 12 out of its 14 locations due to higher operating costs and changes in how customers are spending. Only branches in Rushden Lakes and Northampton will stay open.
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Butterwick is closing 12 out of 14 branches right away.
The company blamed rising costs and changes in customer spending for the closures.
Only two branches, at Rushden Lakes and Northampton, will stay open.
The company was founded by Fiona and Ryan Scarborough in Corby, Northamptonshire.
The branches that are closing were located in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Milton Keynes, Rugby, and Retford.
The owners expressed sadness for how this affects their team.
They plan to focus on offering an authentic bakery experience at the remaining locations.
All current orders for cakes will still be fulfilled.
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Oracle founder Larry Ellison is involved in significant business moves, including a potential media influence shift in the U.S. His ventures may affect major media companies like TikTok and CBS, aligning them potentially with conservative views due to his political affiliations.
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Larry Ellison, Oracle founder, recently became one of the world's richest people.
He is part of a group set to take over TikTok with U.S. backing.
Ellison's son, David, merged his media company, Skydance Media, with Paramount Global.
David Ellison is reportedly interested in acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery.
Larry Ellison has a history of donating to Republican causes and has connections with Donald Trump.
Recent media moves align with a trend toward conservative influence in American media.
The article suggests past shifts in media ownership have affected the political slant of platforms.
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Gucci has introduced its new creative direction under Demna Gvasalia by revealing 38 looks as a sneak peek, with the full collection planned for 2026. The launch, called "La Famiglia," marks a new phase for Gucci, offering a fresh interpretation of the brand's identity. The early designs will be available for a short period in select stores and aim to invigorate the brand's image and revenue.
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Demna Gvasalia is Gucci's new creative director, and previously led Balenciaga.
Gucci introduced "La Famiglia," featuring 38 looks, as a preview of its upcoming direction.
The full collection by Gvasalia will debut in 2026 during the spring and summer runways.
Gucci's Instagram account was cleared before the reveal, signaling major changes ahead.
The new designs draw on Gucci's history and feature recognizable items like the Bamboo 1947 bag.
The collection is available at ten locations, including stores in Los Angeles and New York, for less than four weeks.
This direction aims to refresh Gucci's brand image and cultural standing.
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Target has issued recalls for three products due to safety and allergen concerns. The items include Anker power banks, Goodles pasta products, and Good & Gather frozen burrito bowls. Customers should stop using these items and contact the relevant companies or Target for refunds.
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Target recalled Anker power banks due to fire and burn hazards from overheating lithium-ion batteries.
There have been 33 reports of fire and explosion incidents with these power banks.
Anker's recall began on September 18; affected customers can get a refund or gift card.
Goodles pasta products are recalled for undeclared milk and cashew allergens.
The Goodles recall was announced on September 11 after eight allergy reports.
Good & Gather frozen burrito bowls may contain shrimp, an undeclared allergen.
The burrito bowl recall started on September 10 after three complaints.
Customers are advised to return affected products for refunds.
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The U.S. and China have proposed a deal for TikTok where the Chinese owner, ByteDance, will lease its algorithm to a new U.S.-controlled entity. The U.S. group, led by investors like Oracle, will handle American user data and retrain the algorithm. President Trump is expected to approve this deal soon.
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TikTok's algorithm will be leased from ByteDance, the Chinese owner, to a new U.S. entity.
The deal lets ByteDance keep operating TikTok outside the U.S.
Oracle, a part of the U.S. investor group, will manage American user data.
The Chinese government has approved these terms.
Some in Congress may not agree with the leasing of the algorithm.
The U.S. government will not have a direct stake or board seat in the new TikTok entity.
President Trump will pause enforcement of a TikTok ban for 120 more days to finalize the deal.
Investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Oracle, and Silver Lake are involved, but specifics are still being finalized.
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