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Money-Saving Tips Target Everyday SpendingFinance — 2dPractical ways to stretch money include cutting recurring costs, pausing before unplanned purchases, planning meals around food already on hand and setting small, sustainable savings habits. A survey also found that Americans say advice from financially savvy friends saves them about $482 a year, underscoring the value of sharing guidance on taxes, credit and investing.

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Trenton Police Seize 70 Slot Machines, $100,000Business — Oct 6, 2026Trenton police say an 11-month investigation led to the seizure of more than 70 illegal slot machines and over $100,000 from roughly 30 businesses. Philadelphia resident Harry Almonte was arrested and charged in New Jersey with gambling and money-laundering offenses; authorities also reported finding guns and marijuana at his home, leading to separate potential charges in Pennsylvania.

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Norway Recovers $2.65 Million in Stolen Silver CoinsFinance — Sep 17, 2026Norway's Okokrim has sentenced three Norwegians to up to 2.5 years for organizing and storing tens of thousands of U.S. silver coins recovered from two vans near Oslo, part of a money-laundering scheme tied to a U.S. investment fraud. Authorities say nearly 67,000 coins worth about $2.65 million were recovered, with an earlier 2019 hoard of 79,500 coins found as the investigation continued; victims in the U.S. are to have assets returned once the process concludes.

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Tiffany Stratton Wins Second Women’s Money in the Bank — 4dTiffany Stratton won a second Money in the Bank briefcase in New Orleans on Oct. 10, 2026, the first woman to do so, per Bleacher Report.

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22 State Officials Challenge Credit Agencies Over ESG Climate Risk Use — 6hTwenty-two state financial officers demanded answers Wednesday from America's largest credit rating agencies over allegedly flawed environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies they warn could threaten taxpayer money, public pensions and state borrowing costs.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Democrats Ramp Up Spending In Two States After Pulling Money From Georgia, North Carolina — 9hSenate Democrats' top super PAC spent nearly $7 million Wednesday in two competitive states after yanking funds from states where candidates hold comfortable leads.

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MSN Money2 sources — 21h

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Marcus Bell I don't see how these new tax rules will help middle class families without bigger cuts elsewhere.

Gadsden Meetings Address Amendment 3’s Potential $6M LossPolitics — 2dFlorida’s proposed Amendment 3 would expand the homestead exemption, potentially lowering property taxes for eligible homeowners while reducing local-government revenue. At community meetings in Griffin Heights and Gadsden County, residents and officials raised concerns about possible cuts to services—including public safety and youth programs—with Gadsden County’s interim manager estimating a potential $6 million revenue loss; supporters say homeowners would keep more money.

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Community Christmas Appeals Seek Gifts, DonationsLifestyle — 2dCommunity groups and businesses in several communities are organizing Christmas toy and gift appeals to support children and families facing hardship, inviting the public to donate new presents or money. The efforts include local school-coordinated support, a charity gift drive and toy run, and campaigns seeking gifts for children and kinship-carer families.

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Food Features Span Four Southern DestinationsLifestyle — 5dThe Valle Country Fair will serve Appalachian food and raise money for local charities and families through its volunteer-run concessions and craft sales. Separate restaurant features highlight Vaudeville’s bistro-and-shop concept in Fredericksburg, Martin’s whole-hog barbecue in Nashville, and a Dayton gas station’s smoked barbecue offerings.

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Food Pantries Seek Donations Amid Supply ShortagesGood News — 2dFood pantries in several communities are seeking donations as demand rises and supplies and funding fall short, with some relying on community help to provide holiday meals and everyday groceries. One Dayton pantry warns it could close by January without more donations, while other pantries are requesting food, money, and volunteers.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Treasury fines Bank of America $1.2 billion for alleged money laundering, sanction law violations4 sources — 1dTreasury fined Bank of America $1.2 billion on Oct. 13, 2026—its third-largest penalty ever—after the bank admitted willfully violating the Bank Secrecy Act and missing over $5 billion in suspicious transactions.

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Dana Whitfield The bank needs stricter oversight after these money laundering allegations to protect the financial system.

Hardaway Says He Gave Memphis $2.6M — 2dMemphis coach Penny Hardaway says he put $2.6 million of his own money toward the Tigers’ 2026-27 player revenue-sharing budget, bringing the team’s total to $9 million. The move comes as Memphis rebuilds after missing the NCAA Tournament and reflects growing pressure on coaches and programs to fund competitive rosters.

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Chuck Schumer-Aligned PAC Pulls Funding From Georgia Senate Race As Democrats Grow More Confident — 1dThe Democrats' top campaign arm pulled money from the Georgia Senate race Tuesday as Democratic Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff held a comfortable lead.

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Set up money once and let systems build your wealth — 2dWealth comes from a few automated systems, not expertise, high income, or iron discipline.

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Elena Vasquez My brother always chased hot stocks but the ones who set recurring transfers seem to end up ahead without the stress.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Every dollar you spend is hours of your life — 2dRobin and Dominguez reframe money as finite life energy so tracking, a personal enough point, and investment income can free work from wages.

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Derek Foss Tracking expenses as life energy is useful but most jobs don't pay enough to make that freedom realistic for everyone.

Uncle Sam Planning To Pour Even More Cash Into Africa As Critical Mineral Race Heats Up — 2dThe Trump administration is looking to pour more money into African mining projects as Washington battles to break Beijing's grip on critical minerals.

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Elon Musk Reportedly Donated More To GOP Campaign Apparatus Than Dems’ Senate Fund Raised Combined — 2dElon Musk spent more money on Republicans' top super PAC than the Democrats' Senate campaign arm raised in the latest quarter, The New York Times reported Monday.

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Guilfoyle Faces State Department Inspector General Probe — Oct 7, 2026A Wall Street Journal report says U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle urged Trump donor Eric Deters to wire $100,000 to pay her American Express bill shortly before her 2025 confirmation hearing, assuring him the payment would not be visible; Deters had sought her help with matters before the Trump administration and ultimately declined. Guilfoyle’s attorney disputes the authenticity of the messages and says she was owed money for travel and event support, while an embassy official defended her integrity.

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Assets make you rich; a paycheck alone never will — 4dKiyosaki claims most people stay broke because they buy liabilities and trade time for money instead of owning things that pay them.

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Dana Whitfield My salary covers bills but nothing more, so I'm starting to buy index funds that pay dividends every quarter.

Rodeo, Horse Events Span Five StatesLifestyle — Oct 7, 2026Western-themed events range from Pennsylvania’s Cowboy Weekend and rodeos in Waco and Norwich to Las Vegas’ 2026 National Finals Rodeo, while a southern Illinois horse show will raise money for an equine-therapy nonprofit. The events offer activities including train rides, rodeo competitions, family entertainment and horse-show classes.

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British Ultrarunner Plans 50 Marathons Across 50 StatesSports — Oct 7, 2026British ultrarunner William Goodge is attempting to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 24 days as part of Mission America, raising money for cancer causes in memory of his mother. The challenge includes community running stops such as Idaho Falls and Bozeman and, if completed, could set a Guinness World Record.

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Alzheimer’s Walks Raise Funds Across CommunitiesGood News — Oct 3, 2026Walk to End Alzheimer’s events brought communities together across the U.S. and Scotland to honor people affected by the disease and raise money for research, care and support. Participants carried colored flowers reflecting their connections to Alzheimer’s, while organizers and families emphasized the walks’ role in building community and sustaining hope.

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School District Says It Passed Audit With ‘Flying Colors.’ The Actual Report Tells A Different Story — 5dA New Jersey school district spent taxpayer money on an unfinished museum and a little-used employee gym, according to a state audit that also referred unspecified matters to criminal justice officials.

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