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Brazil's Lotofácil lottery held contest 3792, and one bettor matched all 15 numbers to win a prize of about R$1.6 million, according to ISTOÉ Dinheiro. The winning ticket was reportedly placed as a Christmas-themed bet. Brazilian players are checking the drawn numbers and searching for the official results, making the contest number a trending topic as winners and prize amounts circulate.
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Swedish state railway SJ has released its ticket sales for travel over Christmas and New Year, with news outlets reporting the exact date tickets become available. Travellers planning to go home for the holidays can now book their journeys. The release typically matters to Swedes, as popular routes sell out quickly ahead of the festive season.
- 3Australia inflation jumps to 4%, stoking rate hike fears▼Inflation leaps to 4% stoking fears of fifth interest rate hike before Christmas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-n
Australian inflation has risen to 4%, fuelling concerns that the Reserve Bank will impose a fifth interest rate hike before Christmas. The jump, reported on 30 September, exceeds expectations and intensifies pressure on households already dealing with higher mortgage costs, with economists warning further monetary tightening may be needed to bring prices back under control.
- 4Experts Reveal Deadline To Buy Holiday Flights Before Prices Spike▼Holiday Airfare Prices Are Going To Be High. Here's The Date Experts Say You Should Buy Tickets By.
Travel experts warn that holiday airfare will be expensive this year and advise travelers to book tickets by a specific date to avoid the highest prices. The guidance comes as demand for Thanksgiving and Christmas flights remains strong, and airlines are expected to raise fares closer to departure. Travelers are being urged to lock in bookings early rather than wait for last-minute deals.
- 5Watercolor painting captures cousins on pogo sticks●Favorite cousins Matthew and Lizzie on pogo sticks. Watercolor, 2021. # art # arting # artist # artists # artisticlicens
An artist shared a watercolor from 2021 depicting two young cousins, Matthew and Lizzie, bouncing on pogo sticks. The piece was tagged with holiday themes including Christmas and Hanukkah, suggesting it captures a family gathering moment. Art communities online have been circulating the charming, nostalgic painting.
- 620 tested tech stocking stuffers all under $60●The 20 best tech stocking stuffers we’ve tested (and all are under $60)
ZDNET has published its roundup of the 20 best tech stocking stuffers, all products the outlet says it has tested firsthand and all priced under $60. The list is aimed at holiday shoppers looking for affordable, useful gadgets as Christmas gift-buying season peaks. It covers small tech items suitable as gifts without a big spend.
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French railways have opened bookings for Christmas travel, andOuigo, SNCF's low-cost brand, is among the options travellers are comparing. Le Parisien reports tickets became reservable on Wednesday, while Le HuffPost warns buyers to prepare for the purchase rush and Les Echos offers advice on when to book to pay less for end-of-year trips.
- 8The Best Dates To Book Holiday Travel For Less●Planning Holiday Travel? Save Money By Booking On These Dates
Forbes reports that travelers planning holiday trips can save money by booking flights on specific dates. The guidance is aimed at the busy end-of-year travel season, when fares typically rise and timing matters. Travelers are weighing the advice as they plan Thanksgiving and Christmas trips.
- 9Australian Inflation Jumps to 4%, Rate Hike Fears Grow●⚡ NEWS Australian Inflation Rises to 4% Amid Interest Rate Hike Fears Australian inflation jumped to 4% in the year to A
Australian inflation rose to 4% in the year to August, up from 3.5%, fuelling speculation the Reserve Bank may deliver a fifth interest rate hike before Christmas. Treasurer Jim Chalmers attributed the increase to higher prices, and the surprise jump has intensified debate over whether further monetary tightening is needed to bring inflation back to target.
- 10Australia inflation jumps to 4%, raising rate hike fears●Inflation leaps to 4% stoking fears of fifth interest rate hike before Christmas https://www. theguardian.com/australia-
Australian inflation has climbed to 4%, up from previous levels, prompting warnings that the Reserve Bank may deliver a fifth interest rate rise before Christmas. The figures are a blow to the Albanese government, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers under pressure over cost-of-living pressures as households face the prospect of higher mortgage repayments heading into the holiday season.