Watch: Hundreds queue for city's new Lego store

BBC - Oct 29, 2026

Fans queued for hours ahead of the opening of a new Lego Store in Norwich.

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Inflation Accelerated in October, PCE Index Shows

The Personal Consumption Expenditures index picked up in September, according to data released a day after the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady.

DoorDash to Buy Instacart for $17 Billion, Uniting 2 Delivery Giants

Oct 29, 2026

DoorDash to Buy Instacart for $17 Billion, Uniting 2 Delivery Giants

The deal combines the country’s largest restaurant delivery service with its biggest online grocery platform.

U.S. GDP Increased 3.4% in Third Quarter

Oct 29, 2026

U.S. GDP Increased 3.4% in Third Quarter

The economy grew 3.4 percent in the third quarter, the fastest pace in a year. Strong spending and growth contrast with the poor marks many voters are giving the economy.

How to Plan a Trip Around a Running Race

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How to Plan a Trip Around a Running Race

When should you arrive? How do you choose an event? Here are some tips on how best to center a vacation around a race.

Island Energy: No plans to remove gas standing charge

Oct 29, 2026

Island Energy: No plans to remove gas standing charge

The provider said any change would need support from the community, the regulator and government.

In Moving Gradually, Fed Risks Having to Play Catch-Up to Quell Inflation

Oct 29, 2026

In Moving Gradually, Fed Risks Having to Play Catch-Up to Quell Inflation

Federal Reserve officials are expected to restart rate increases in December, but the cadence of additional moves will depend on the data.

Minimum wage rise 'a massive blow' says farmer

Oct 29, 2026

Minimum wage rise 'a massive blow' says farmer

Tristan Bennett voices his disappointment in the Budget, describing it as "a lot of tinkering".

Minimum wage increase accepted by minister

Oct 29, 2026

Minimum wage increase accepted by minister

A recommendation to increase the minimum wage by 2.8% is agreed by Senator Elaine Millar.

'Painful' years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall

Oct 29, 2026

'Painful' years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall

Budget forecasts show growth in living standards grinding almost to a halt.

RFK Jr. to Allow Broad Use of Unapproved Peptide Injections

Oct 29, 2026

RFK Jr. to Allow Broad Use of Unapproved Peptide Injections

In a unilateral declaration by the health secretary, several injections promoted by online influencers will become widely available. The F.D.A. had advised against the move.

The Bottom Line

Oct 29, 2026

The Bottom Line

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Microsoft Up, Google Down. A Tale of Two Hyperscalers.

Oct 29, 2026

Microsoft Up, Google Down. A Tale of Two Hyperscalers.

Investors are showing little patience for lavish spending and meager returns on companies’ artificial intelligence bets.

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