At Paris Fashion Week in September, Anne Jessopp, CEO of the Royal Mint, showcased the institution's new 886 jewellery line at Stella McCartney’s runway. This debut marked a significant shift for the 1,138-year-old British coin maker, which has been diversifying its revenue streams as cash usage declines. Under Jessopp’s leadership since 2018, the Mint has launched sustainable luxury items and opened a pioneering e-waste recycling factory to source gold from electronic waste. The 886 line, featuring recycled gold pieces, has attracted celebrity customers and aims to contribute 20% of profits, alongside the recycling business. Jessopp's strategy reflects the Mint’s adaptation to modern challenges, ensuring its relevance and sustainability in a post-cash era.

Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian is set for a lucrative holiday season following the Longhorns' victory over Clemson in the College Football Playoff (CFP) first round. This win has earned him an additional $250,000 bonus, bringing his total performance-related bonuses this season to $650,000. Sarkisian's 2024 salary stands at $10.3 million, ranking him third in compensation behind Dabo Swinney and Kirby Smart. His salary will increase annually by $100,000, reaching $10.9 million by 2030. The coach’s contract also includes perks like two cars, a private jet, game tickets, and a country club membership. Sarkisian's bonus structure rewards further CFP advancements, with potential earnings up to $1.25 million for winning the national championship.

The sixth annual "Pusharatas for Possums" event, benefiting Wild at Heart Wildlife Rescue, took place at the St. Martin Community Center. Organized by Seymour Law Firm PLLC and Demoran Realty Group LLC, the event sold several thousand pusharatas (a fried pastry) at $12 per dozen. Attendees enjoyed visits from Santa Claus, elves, and the Grinch, and children could write letters to Santa, with one winning a $50 gift card. Tina Demoran and Missy Dubuisson honored their late mother’s legacy through her pusharata recipe. Over five years, the event has raised over $20,000, with a goal of adding another $6,000 to $7,000 this year.

In a Reddit thread, frugal individuals shared practical money-saving tips, revealing habits that maximize savings and reduce waste. Key strategies include repurposing leftover vegetables for future meals, buying items second-hand, delaying online purchases to avoid impulse buys, and composting/recycling to analyze consumption. Other tips involve opting for prepaid phone plans, preparing homemade lunches, reusing Ziplock bags, and conducting car repairs independently. Budget tracking and adhering to a strict budget were highlighted as crucial for financial discipline. Additional frugal practices include utilizing free employee perks, washing cars with rainwater, splitting meals when dining out, and repairing clothes instead of replacing them. Overall, these habits emphasize mindful spending and resourcefulness to achieve significant long-term savings.

The narrative that lottery wins often lead to ruined lives, filled with divorce, addiction, and bankruptcy, is frequently perpetuated by media stories. However, this perspective may be skewed by selective reporting of outliers. Research, including studies from the London School of Economics and large-scale analyses in Florida and Sweden, suggests that winning the lottery generally strengthens relationships and increases life satisfaction and health over time. Most winners spend winnings gradually and continue working. The persistent focus on unfortunate winners might stem from ingrained myths: the belief that money doesn’t buy happiness and the notion that low-income individuals can't manage wealth. These myths serve to comfort non-rich individuals and shield the wealthy from envy, but evidence shows that increased income typically boosts happiness and quality of life.

Following two devastating hurricanes, Tampa Bay politicians questioned whether to allocate hundreds of millions to the Rays, a multi-billion-dollar private company, while residents faced financial hardship. Despite this introspection, the County approved issuing bonds to fund the stadium project after 49 days of deliberation. The Rays now seek additional funds, citing increased costs due to delays, though these claims lack substantiation. The original agreement includes $600 million in delayed funding, $150 million for city infrastructure, and a $100 million deal for downtown real estate, all aimed at ensuring profitability for the Rays/Hines group's $6.5 billion redevelopment project. Mayor Ken Welch insists no further public funds will be given, but the Rays continue to ask for more, leveraging their significant projected profits from controlling parts of downtown St. Petersburg. The County’s approval was influenced by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s assurance that the Rays will stay in Tampa Bay.