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Could fewer Federal Reserve interest rate decisions mean a longer wait for relief for American borrowers?

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Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's New Plan Could Change How Often US Borrowers See Interest Rate Relief
Kevin Warsh plans fewer scheduled Federal Reserve rate votes in 2027 and 2028, alongside less forward guidance, potentially making US monetary policy harder to anticipate.
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November 4, 2026 at 2:16 AM
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Tennessee Republican Brent Taylor is asking voters to forgive his past sexual indiscretions after acknowledging that he sent nude photographs.

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MAGA Candidate Admits Sending Unsolicited Nude Photos, Says God Has Forgiven Him
Brent Taylor, a Tennessee Republican seeking Congress, acknowledged sending nude photographs and asked voters for forgiveness as Justin Pearson criticised his response.
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October 29, 2026 at 2:27 AM
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Amazon Prime members may be eligible for refunds of up to $200 under an FTC settlement. Check who qualifies and how to claim your money.

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Millions of Americans to Get Amazon Refund Checks Bearing Trump's Name—Despite FTC Funding
Eligible US Amazon Prime customers can receive up to $200 from Amazon's $2.5 billion FTC settlement, while refund notices credit Trump's administration.
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October 27, 2026 at 6:04 AM
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US households could qualify for up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Find out which upgrades may be eligible and what rules you need to check.

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US Government Offers Up to $14,000 for Home Energy Upgrades—Check If You're Eligible
US households could get up to $14,000 through HEEHR rebates for heat pumps and other energy upgrades, subject to income, costs, and state availability.
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October 27, 2026 at 6:04 AM
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Lotto Max 20 October Jackpot Ends Winless Streak With C$90M Alberta Win
An Alberta ticket won Canada's record C$90 million Lotto Max jackpot in the 20 October 2026 draw, alongside millions in additional prizes across several provinces.
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October 22, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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A major contract dispute is raising questions over public spending and cancelled teen pregnancy prevention grants in the US.

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Trump Administration Accused of Diverting $86M in Teen Pregnancy Prevention Funds to Firm Linked to HHS Officials
Hennepin County challenges Guidehouse's $86.1 million HHS contract after 53 teen pregnancy prevention grants were cancelled, in separate legal disputes.
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October 21, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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HelloFresh is facing scrutiny over allegations raised in a lawsuit involving workers in New Jersey.

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HelloFresh Workers Allege They Were Forced to Urinate on Themselves After Being Denied Bathroom Breaks
A proposed amended lawsuit alleges HelloFresh and staffing agencies denied Hispanic temporary workers bathroom breaks at a Newark facility. HelloFresh denies the claims.
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October 21, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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C$90 Million Lotto Max Jackpot Still Up for Grabs After Friday's Draw in Canada
Canada's record C$90 million Lotto Max jackpot was not won on Friday, leaving the top prize available for Tuesday alongside an estimated C$29 million in additional prizes.
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October 19, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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Can one screen safely hold a whole family's secrets? 🏠

Apple's new HomeView hub uses facial recognition and Secure Exclaves to serve up private Messages and Calendars to 6 different people—but only if their iPhone is nearby.

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What Will New Apple HomeView's Face Recognition Mean for Shared Spaces?
Apple's HomeView is a shared seven-inch smart display that uses facial recognition to personalise content for up to six people, with smart home controls, Siri AI and FaceTime.
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October 14, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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Elon Musk’s America PAC faces scrutiny over text messages linked to Colorado ballot issues. What could this mean for political campaigning and voter influence?

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Elon Musk's PAC Under Fire Over 'Misleading' Voting Texts Sent to Colorado Voters
Elon Musk's America PAC confused Colorado voters with texts about ballot requests, prompting calls to election offices and warnings over misleading election information.
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October 14, 2026 at 9:42 AM
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Kroger plans to cut 3,000 corporate jobs over three years. The move raises questions about the future of retail employment and the changing grocery industry.

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Kroger to Axe 3,000 Jobs in Major Layoff as Retail Giant Moves to Cut Costs
Kroger plans to cut 3,000 corporate jobs over three years, affecting about 37% of its corporate workforce, as it reduces overheads and faces Walmart and Aldi.
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October 14, 2026 at 9:42 AM
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EU Commissioner on Cyber Attack on French Supermarkets: Food Weaponization Now a 'Reality'
A cyberattack disrupted connected refrigeration systems at French supermarkets, affecting hundreds of stores and spoiling food, while authorities investigated broader ransomware risks.
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October 13, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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UK Public and Commercial Services Union Demands Raise, Shorter Work Week, But Critics Raise Concerns
The PCS Union will ballot civil servants over pay, working conditions and a shorter four-day week, while critics question the proposal's cost and potential impact on public services.
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October 13, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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What US Recipients Could Learn From Wednesday's Social Security 2027 COLA Announcement
Social Security benefits could rise by 3.5% in 2027, according to a forecast, but higher Medicare premiums, deductibles and prescription costs may reduce the effective increase.
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October 12, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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Citroën has just unveiled a retro-inspired 2CV EV concept at the Paris Motor Show. Targeting a 2028 release, they want to keep it lightweight, simple, and affordable.

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Citroën 2CV Electric Car Brings a French Classic Closer to 2028 Showrooms
Citroën has unveiled an electric 2CV concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, targeting a European launch by 2028 with a starting price of around £13,000.
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October 12, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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Delaying retirement benefits could increase your monthly payments by up to 77%. But is waiting until 70 the right choice for everyone?

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Forget the Social Security COLA: Waiting Until 70 Could Boost Monthly Payments by 77%
Social Security claiming age can change retirement income significantly. See how claiming at 62 versus 70 could mean 77% more monthly benefits, and weigh the trade-offs.
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October 13, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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Reading Gets a Bigger, Clearer Screen With Latest Amazon Alexa Tablet Models
Amazon's Alexa Tablet 12 Pro features an optional Nanomatte display designed to reduce glare. An early hands-on review found the screen especially compelling in bright conditions.
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October 9, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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With the jackpot back to nine figures, here is what you need to know for @IBTimesUK:

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Powerball Jackpot Returns to A$100M in Australia for First Time Since 2025
Australia's Powerball jackpot has risen to A$100 million after five draws without a Division One winner, with entries closing on 15 October 2026.
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October 9, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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Huge milestones for PS5 software on PC! Footage shows the console's actual system menu booting via emulation, while the AnyPS5 project has hit nearly 96% GPU shader instruction support.
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PS5 Software Takes Two Paths to PC with Menu Emulation and ANYPS5 Porting Gains
PS5 menu footage and AnyPS5's 95.88% GPU shader coverage indicate progress towards running PS5 software on PCs, but neither confirms broad game compatibility.
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October 8, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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Kyle Bos may have voted for Trump 3 times, but if he's canvassing for Democrats now, good luck to him. We need all the help and support we can get.

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October 8, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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Alberta cut its fuel tax, but Calgary drivers are already paying more at the pump. Wholesale costs, Middle East tensions, and the sudden end of a local price war have pushed averages back above C$1.70 a litre.

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End of Gas Station Price War Sends Calgary Prices Back Above C$1.70 a Litre, Expert Says
Calgary's average petrol price rose from C$1.50 to C$1.715 cents per litre within a week of Alberta suspending its C$0.13 fuel tax, amid shifting competition and supply pressures.
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October 8, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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Sending 1kg into orbit used to cost £68k. Today, it’s closer to £3k.

As #WorldSpaceWeek 2026 kicks off, I looked into the "Rocket Revolution" driving a 96% drop in launch economics and how reusable tech is unlocking the Moon.

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World Space Week 2026 Kicks off With 'Rocket Revolution' Theme Highlighting Reusable Rockets
World Space Week 2026 will examine how reusable rockets, falling launch costs and commercial operators are widening access to orbit through events in around 100 countries.
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October 7, 2026 at 4:46 PM
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🚨 Tesco shoppers: You only have until 18 October to get 8p/litre off your fuel after a £60 shop. Miss the kiosk rules or the 25 Oct use-by date, and that paper voucher is useless.

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Tesco Shoppers Can Get 8P off a Litre of Fuel After a £60 Shop Until 18 October
Tesco is offering shoppers 8p off each litre of petrol or diesel after a qualifying £60 in-store purchase, with savings capped at £8 per fuel transaction.
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October 7, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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German Magazine Claims It Was Banned By Apple Over iPhone 6 Plus Bend Test <a href="http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/apple-bans-german-magazine-over-iphone-6-plus-bend-test-1468140" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/apple-bans-german-magazine-over-iphone-6-plus-bend-test-1468140 via @IBTimesUK #iphone6
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