Mountain View, CA

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Real-time payments continue their rapid global expansion, with banks and governments updating existing systems and introducing new ones for their citizens and customers. Australia is expanding its real-time payments landscape through a new cross-border payments collaboration between BNY and Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA). This collaboration allows Australian businesses and individuals receiving payments from BNY customers to access funds in as little as 60 seconds, regardless of their banking institution. The partnership utilizes Australia’s New Payments Platform (NPP) International Payments Service (IPS), with CBA processing the final leg of BNY’s cross-border transactions.

Real-Time Payments Reach Key Milestones in the US, Switzerland and Australia

In emerging markets, the digital wallet represents much more than a novel payment option. It is a digital passport to the digital world. And in that world, a card can go anywhere, but software — not so much. As digital payments grow in popularity, this lack of cross-border interoperability...

TerraPay President Says Cross-Border Payments Need Global Digital Wallet Network

Saudi financial services startup barq will leverage Mastercard Gateway technology to expand the range of payment acceptance solutions it offers to merchants and consumers. The startup’s partnership with Mastercard will enable it to deliver additional offerings to Saudi businesses, citizens and residents who are increasingly looking for cross-border services and remittance solutions, the companies said in a Friday (Sept. 6) press release.

Mastercard to Provide Payment Processing to Saudi Startup Barq

Lending practices at Brazil’s Nubank reportedly have Wall Street analysts uneasy. As Bloomberg News reported Thursday (Sept. 5), the lender — Latin America’s largest — is enjoying rapid growth, with around 60% of Brazilian adults using its app and its stock up 109% over the past year.

Nubank Defends Lending Practices as Late Payments Jump

The payments industry in the United Kingdom is reportedly advocating for changes to fraud-reimbursement rules that are set to be enacted Oct. 7. Despite changes announced by the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) Wednesday (Sept. 4), the industry is pushing for further amendments to these rules, Bloomberg reported Friday (Sept. 6).

UK Payments Industry Seeks Further Reduction of Fraud-Reimbursement Cap

Walmart has launched a traveling tour that will promote the fashion products and services the retailer offers in stores and online. The Walmart Style Tour, which will be held at 40 events across the United States in September and October, offers styling tips, color analysis and giveaways, the retailer said in a Friday (Sept. 6) press release.

Walmart Launches Traveling Tour to Promote Fashion Products and Services

Kentucky State

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Louisville, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Denver, CO

David Heitz

An opinion piece appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA this week illustrates why the drug problem among people experiencing homelessness in Denver may be so severe. It's because many homeless people aren't addicted to just one drug, but two, according to the viewpoint's author, Benjamin A. Howell of Yale School of Medicine and colleagues.

Fentanyl-meth combo ravages homeless in Denver, so why aren't there better treatments?

Florida State

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Plant City, FL

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Florida’s manufacturing sector is facing another significant hit as Leggett & Platt, a long-standing player in the industry, announced the closure of its Plant City manufacturing plant. This move, set to impact nearly 80 workers, marks another instance of job losses in the state this August, following the recent announcement of Aviara Boats’ plant closure.

Manufacturing Plant in Florida Closing, Leaving 80 Employees Jobless

North Carolina State

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Brevard, NC

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Brevard, North Carolina, has earned a spot among the best small towns in the South, according to USA Today’s 10Best. This charming mountain town, located just about 30 miles from both Charlotte and Asheville, ranks #9 on the list, making it the only North Carolina town to crack the top 10.

Small North Carolina Town Ranks Among Best In South By USA Today

Emily Standley Allard

There are many complex and nuanced reasons why people might get back together with an ex. Taking an ex-partner back is a big decision that's not to be taken lightly but sometimes the decision is in the stars. Some zodiac signs are even known for potentially getting back with their exes more than others. Let's see which 4 are the most likely and dive in why.

4 Zodiac Signs That Always Go Back to Their Exes

Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Sharing a living space with someone on the daily is rarely a walk in the park. Everyone has their little strange quirks, moods and habits that can drive another person crazy. However, some zodiac signs are known for being particularly demanding or having personality traits that naturally make cohabitation a little more challenging to say the least. Let's see which zodiac signs are the most difficult to live with and tips with how to cope!

The 3 Most Demanding Zodiac Signs to Live With

J.P. Morgan Chase reportedly plans to share with police the information it has about people who took advantage of a so-called “glitch” that was promoted by TikTok users late last week. Chase Bank suffered a technical error that allowed customers to immediately withdraw the full amount from checks...

J.P. Morgan Chase to Report ‘Glitch’ Fraud Participants to Law Enforcement

Five Below, the discount retailer that first opened its doors in 2002, is navigating a period of introspection and realignment. Founded by David Schlessinger and Thomas Vellios, the company has aimed to be a go-to destination for preteens and teens by offering cheap products. Yet, recent financial results and market conditions have prompted a refocus on its core customer base.

Five Below Refocuses on Core Customers Amid Strategic Overhaul

Aurora, CO

The City of Aurora’s plan for a homeless navigation campus focusing on “work first” is coming together. The City Council will vote during its study session Monday on a resolution sponsored by council member Dustin Zvonek that spells out how the campus will operate. “The City of Aurora wishes to pursue an alternative to the ‘Housing First’ approach, by setting requirements and expectations for housing to include participation in addiction recovery, mental health, and job training programs to better address homelessness,” the resolution states. “It is inhumane and economically unwise to allow individuals experiencing homelessness to remain on the streets, or simply offer unconditional housing, rather than providing them with the necessary support services that offer a structured path to self-sufficiency and housing.”

Aurora’s ‘work first’ homeless plan: Instilling responsibility

Georgia State

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According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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More passengers who sailed on the P&O Cruises ship Ventura earlier this year are seeking compensation after getting sick with gastrointestinal symptoms. So far, more than 80 people have instructed law firms to pursue legal action against the cruise line, according to news reports.

Over 80 Cruise Passengers Seeking Compensation from Cruise Line After Getting Sick

A recent cruise passenger has issued a warning about the importance of wearing shoes while onboard. The story has since been picked up by cruise outlets, mentioning what cruisers need to be careful of when walking around the ship.

Cruise Passenger Warns Against Being Barefoot on a Cruise: "Just About Stepped Into a Pile..."

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Kareem Green, also known as "Try Me," a 32-year-old member of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang, has admitted to his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Rollin' 60s Crips Member Pleads Guilty to Racketeering & Cocaine Charges

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Mastercard Teams With UK Neobank Ampere on Card-to-Card Payments

Mastercard and U.K. neobank Ampere teamed up to enhance the latter’s services for small businesses. The collaboration expands Ampere’s services and transfers offering, allowing its customers...

Mastercard Teams With UK Neobank Ampere on Card-to-Card Payments

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