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Thanksgiving meal costs are down this year, new survey says
SUMMARY: With Thanksgiving approaching, ABC Action News reporter Mario Connell explored grocery prices for holiday staples. This year, costs are down; a meal for 10, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation, will average $58.08, a 5% decrease from last year. Key prices include cranberries at $2.35, sweet potatoes at $2.94, stuffing at $4.48, and pumpkin pie mix at $4.15. A 16-pound turkey costs around $25.65, though prices have increased by about 2% over the past five years. Families emphasize the importance of careful budgeting and express gratitude for time spent together, despite rising costs associated with living.

With Thanksgiving around the corner, families are making sure their grocery lists are just right to plan out the perfect meal.
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South Florida Weather for Friday 3/14/2025 12PM
SUMMARY: South Florida’s weather on Friday, March 14, 2025, features warm and humid conditions with temperatures around 80°F. Isolated showers are possible today, and a summer-like heat wave is expected over the weekend, with highs in the mid-80s. Enjoy the Miami-Dade County Fair, as rain chances remain low at 10%. However, conditions will turn wetter on St. Patrick’s Day with scattered showers and storms likely, addressing the region’s severe drought. A cooling trend follows, with highs dropping to 78°F by Tuesday and the arrival of spring on Thursday, bringing temperatures back up to the low 80s.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says we’re in for a warm, humid and breezy weekend with plenty of sun.
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Senate nears final approval of a bill that could increase penalties for fentanyl traffickers
SUMMARY: The Senate is poised to approve the HALT Fentanyl Act, aimed at imposing harsher prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers. With bipartisan support, the bill has passed the House and is championed by Majority Leader John Thune, who emphasizes its role in empowering law enforcement against drug distribution. The act would permanently classify all fentanyl variants as Schedule 1 substances, increasing criminal convictions for their distribution. Critics argue it overlooks addiction’s root causes and may perpetuate outdated “war on drugs” tactics, potentially disrupting communities and research efforts. The legislation responds to the fentanyl crisis, linked to numerous overdose deaths.
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Asian shares advance, despite Wall Street’s tumble, as China pledges to boost consumer spending
SUMMARY: Asian markets rose on Friday, ignoring declines in Wall Street, with significant gains in China spurred by directives for state-run banks to enhance consumer spending. Hong Kong’s benchmark surged 2.5%, while the Shanghai Composite increased 1.9%. In Japan, the Nikkei 225 climbed 0.9%. Meanwhile, Wall Street experienced a sell-off as President Trump’s trade war escalated, marked by a 1.4% drop in the S&P 500 and a 1.3% fall in the Dow. Despite mixed economic signals, such as mild inflation and steady job applications, stocks related to AI faced increased pressure. Oil prices and U.S. dollar values rose slightly.
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