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Americans are feeling the squeeze, but holiday shopping marches on
Americans may be feeling uneasy about the economy, but holiday shopping is not expected to fall off a cliff. A new PwC survey found that consumers plan to spend about $700 on gifts this season, down just 2%. The survey found that Millennials are pulling back the most, with expect...
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Jasmine Crockett presents Chris Brown and Usher with congressional recognition
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) and Texas State Rep. Venton Jones (D-Dallas) made a surprise appearance during Usher and Chris Brown's concert at AT&T Stadium on Saturday to present the artists with legislative recognition. "We are here because of Chris Brown," Crockett ...
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Brice Cherry: When a US men's player finally breaks through, it'll draw even more fans
It’s hard to carry the weight of a country on your shoulders, but that’s where Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe and their buddies find themselves....
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More September heat this week
If you are a fan of summer, you are getting a big extension here in September. Counting Monday, we have seen the most 100s in a September...EVER! The old record was in 2011 at 11. We have now seen 12, and there could be more to come this week. Highs will be in the 98-101 range th...
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Private labels power $251 billion market as younger shoppers fuel growth
A new SPINS study found that private label sales climbed to more than $251 billion this year. Researchers said Gen Z and Millennials drove 81% of that growth. While they represent the majority of households, their contribution was disproportionately high, the study found. Gen Z s...
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Waco-area housing market: stable or stuck
Homebuyers may wonder if the Waco-area housing market is strong and stable or stuck in a rut.
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A rise in animal hoarding cases shows the riskier side of animal rescue
Animal hoarding cases are increasingly challenging rescuers nationwide. in recent months, stations with the Scripps News Group have reported several rescues involving dozens of animals, many living in overcrowded unhealthy conditions. In South Florida, investigators uncovered a c...
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US rail fuel surcharges on grain hit record highs, squeezing farmers in harvest season
Railroad fuel surcharges on grain shipments have more than doubled over the past year, rippling through the farm belt and raising transportation costs as many farmers struggle with higher costs....
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Remote workers are spending more time alone and reporting higher mental distress
Working remotely may come with an overlooked downside: more time spent alone and increased mental distress, according to a new study published in the journal Science. Remote work surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and has remained common even as many employees returned to the wo...
