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Florida woman sues SeaWorld after someone allegedly crashed into her on water slide
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Florida woman sues SeaWorld after someone allegedly crashed into her on water slide

Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against SeaWorld on allegations she was injured last year when another person crashed into her on a water slide at Aquatica. Melissa Velazquez was at SeaWorld in Orlando on June 23, 2023, when another adult "violently collid[ed]" with her on a water slide before she was able to stand up and exit the area, according to the lawsuit obtained by FOX 35 Orlando."[As] Plaintiff went down the subject water slide and before she could get up to exit the water slide, another adult guest went down the subject water slide, violently colliding into Plaintiff, causing severe and permanent injuries to Plaintiff," the lawsuit reads. RIGHT WING TIKTOKERS SUE BIDEN ADMIN, CHALLENGING TIKTOK ACTION ON FIRST AMENDMENT GRO...
Stuart Varney: Biden’s ‘Parole in Place’ scheme is code for amnesty
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Stuart Varney: Biden’s ‘Parole in Place’ scheme is code for amnesty

Varney & Co. host Stuart Varney discusses Bidens new plan to give temporary work permits and legal status to undocumented immigrants.  During his "My Take," Monday, "Varney & Co." host Stuart Varney discussed Biden's new plan to grant legal status to undocumented immigrants, arguing his "Parole in Place" policy would be another "political mistake" that every American will pay for. STUART VARNEY: We've heard a lot about President Biden's outreach to Hispanics. He's lost a lot of support from that demographic, and he needs to get it back. BIDEN LOSING HISPANIC VOTERS ACROSS TEXAS AFTER THREE YEARS OF BORDER CHAOS, CONGRESSWOMAN SAYS So, get ready for the mother of all outreach programs. It's called "Parole in Place" and it will likely be announced tomorrow, June 18th. Pre...
OakNorth Bank increases interest rate on Cash ISA to 4.65% | Personal Finance | Finance
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OakNorth Bank increases interest rate on Cash ISA to 4.65% | Personal Finance | Finance

OakNorth Bank has raised the interest rate on its two-year fixed Cash ISA to 4.65 percent, earning an “excellent” Moneyfactscompare rating.The account can be launched with a minimum deposit of just £1 and interest is paid monthly.Commenting on the deal, Caitlyn Eastell, a spokesperson at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: “OakNorth Bank has increased the rates on its fixed term ISAs this week.“The 24-month option takes a competitive position in the fixed ISA market when compared to other products of a similar term.“The deal pays 4.55 percent gross/4.65 percent AER monthly, which may be enticing for those looking to supplement their income each month.”Ms Eastell continued: “Investors will need to invest as little as £1, however, further additions can be made for 30 days from the account open...
Charcoal company gives back with 50K free barbecues for Americans in food-insecure communities
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Charcoal company gives back with 50K free barbecues for Americans in food-insecure communities

Chef John McLemore and son John McLemore II lay out their grilling plan for the holiday weekend on 'Fox Business Tonight.' The Good Charcoal Company, a sustainable charcoal brand based in New York, has committed to a lifestyle of paying it forward. Ever since the company’s inception in 2020, CEO and co-founder Ben Jablonski has made it his mission to embrace the community by hosting free barbecues in food-insecure areas across the U.S.In an interview with Fox News Digital, New York City-based Jablonski said this initiative has always been a priority, even before the company turned a profit. ERIN ANDREWS, ENFAMIL COMMIT $50K TO SUPPORT WOMEN STRUGGLING WITH INFERTILITY: ‘YOU’RE NOT ALONE' "We started doing this before we had a dollar of revenue," he said. "This was part of our ethos...
Body Shop creditors could recoup nearly £5million more back from beauty chain | City & Business | Finance
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Body Shop creditors could recoup nearly £5million more back from beauty chain | City & Business | Finance

The Body Shop’s unsecured creditors could recoup nearly £5million more back from the embattled beauty chain than initially expected, according to administrator FRP.Based on an analysis of the statement of affairs FRP prepared for its creditors, which outlined its updated financial position, unsecured creditors could get back 17p in the pound.Initially, FRP thought they would get 15p for every pound they were owed by the fallen high street giant.FRP estimates the beauty business has £52.7million of realisable assets, which have a book value of £484.6million to repay creditors.That compares to its original forecast of £47.6million back in April.HMRC, along with other preferred creditors are owed £6.8million and have first claim on any money recovered by FRP.That would leave £45.9million f...
Crucial checks you can carry out to assess ‘financial health’ and why it’s vital now | Personal Finance | Finance
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Crucial checks you can carry out to assess ‘financial health’ and why it’s vital now | Personal Finance | Finance

When did you last conduct a financial health check? At MoneyMagpie, we know how hard it can be to come face-to-face with your debts or financial worries, but taking stock of your finances and future plans can surprise you!A financial health check doesn’t take long and it could set you up for a healthy future bank balance. But what Is a Financial Health Check?A financial health check involves taking stock of your current financial situation and how it aligns with your future goals. You might find you’re actually better off than you expected, or you can find places you can be more savvy to start managing your money so it works hard for you.But why is right now the ideal time to do your financial health check? We’ve come up with five reasons to spur you into action.The Election is Coming U...
Martin Lewis demands ‘national curfew’ for people born in these years | Personal Finance | Finance
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Martin Lewis demands ‘national curfew’ for people born in these years | Personal Finance | Finance

Money expert Martin Lewis is calling for a national curfew on social media apps for people born in these years.The money guru and dad to daughter Sapphire, 11, is calling for a change to social media rules to block children from being able to use the apps after 9pm.Speaking on his latest BBC Sounds podcast, Martin spoke about the worry over children accessing social media apps like TikTok, and says he doesn’t allow his own daughter to use the app.Martin said that when he was growing up, TV was the biggest form of media and there were rules - which still exist today - governing the time children were allowed to watch TV programmes, even if those rules are less relevant in the age of streaming services.Martin explained the worry, and set out a system which would mean people born between 2...
NHS prescription ‘mistake’ that could land you £100 fine | Personal Finance | Finance
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NHS prescription ‘mistake’ that could land you £100 fine | Personal Finance | Finance

Britons are being warned to be careful to ensure they qualify to claim free NHS prescriptions from a pharmacy - or they may face a £100 fine if they’re found to be ineligible.Several different circumstances can deem a person eligible to claim free medication, such as age, a medical condition, or if a person receives certain benefits.With prices increasing by 2.59 percent in May, people can make a sizeable saving if they find themselves qualifying for free prescriptions.However, those who claim when they shouldn’t could be slapped with a three-digit bill instead.A statement from the NHS Business Services Authority states: “If you claim free NHS prescriptions or NHS dental treatment when you're not entitled, you could face a £100 penalty charge. Even if it's by mistake.”Explaining the fin...
Boeing investigating quality issue on undelivered 787 Dreamliner planes
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Boeing investigating quality issue on undelivered 787 Dreamliner planes

Former Department of Transportation official Diana Furchtgott-Roth says the Federal Aviation Administration 'is investigating' on 'The Evening Edit.'  Boeing is investigating whether some fasteners on its undelivered 787 Dreamliner planes have been incorrectly installed, the aircraft maker told FOX Business.  A Boeing spokesperson said Friday that "Our 787 team is checking fasteners in the side-of-body area of some undelivered 787 Dreamliner airplanes to ensure they meet our engineering specifications.""The in-service fleet can continue to safely operate," the spokesperson added, noting that the issue was discovered during its regular quality control checks. "We are taking the time necessary to ensure all airplanes meet our delivery standards prior to delivery. We are working close...
Fullers boost dividend payouts after pubs record strong food and drink sales | City & Business | Finance
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Fullers boost dividend payouts after pubs record strong food and drink sales | City & Business | Finance

Pubs giant Fullers has hiked its shareholder dividend by nearly 21 percent after its annual pre-tax profits rocketed 39.8 percent to £14.4million.Fullers said that for the 52 weeks to the end of March, its revenues rose from £336.6million to £359.1million thanks to a double digit increase in its like-for-like food sales, a 9.8 percent in drinks sales and a 7.8 percent lift in takings at its hotels.As a result, it hiked its dividend from 14.7p to 17.8p per share, a payout worth £10.4million to investors.Chief executive Simon Emeny said that Fullers had a strong year and that momentum has continued into its new financial year, with first quarter sales up 4.4 percent. He said Fullers’ confidence for the year ahead has been bolstered by inflationary pressures, specifically food and energy, ...