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☆ The 48 worst one-hit wonders of all time
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Gabbi Shaw | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Some one-hit wonders show talent and skill, while others are one-off successes. Sometimes, the artists behind one-hit wonders can find success with other musicians, but not always. AdvertisementEvery year, some songs become fast hits, but artists can't always replicate that popularity — and they end up becoming one-hit wonders. And, while there are some really great one-hit wonders, others are just bad. However, even a mediocre one-hit wonder can pay the bills.

Persons: —, Rebecca Black's, Baha Organizations: Service, Business

☆ Regenerative tourism is the new gold standard for resort development. This destination on the Red Sea is leading the way.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Sponsor Post | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

A development organization in Saudi Arabia is changing perceptions of how regenerative tourism can work. He took a different course: Building a vertically-integrated real estate company to deliver The Red Sea. Across its two larger destinations, The Red Sea and AMAALA, RSG is creating 120,000 new jobs, directly and indirectly. Destinations like The Red Sea and AMAALA aim to build a broader, more leisure-focused tourism sector. This article was created by Insider Studios with Red Sea Global.

Persons: John Pagano, Pagano, St Regis, RSG, RSG —, King Abdullah, I've, University of Prince Mugrin, We're Organizations: Red Sea, St, Ritz, Carlton Reserve, imminently, King, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, KAUST, Saudi, Hospitality, University of Prince, Tourism, Insider Studios, Sea Locations: Saudi Arabia, London, Bahamas, RSG, Central, Saudi, Red

☆ Gaza girl, 6, who pleaded by phone to be rescued after an Israeli attack found dead along with paramedics sent to save her
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-11 | by ( Nathan Rennolds | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Six-year-old Hind Rajab, who went missing in Gaza City last month, has been found dead. She had made contact with emergency services and begged them to save her as she hid from IDF forces. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . ReutersTwo PRCS paramedics, Yusuf Al-Zeino and Ahmed Al-Madhou, were sent to find Hind, but the agency lost contact with them. They were later discovered dead in a burned-out ambulance, just meters from the bullet-riddled car where Hind also lay.

Persons: Hind Rajab, Hind, —, Yusuf Al, Zeino, Ahmed Al, Baha Hamada, Israel's Organizations: Service, Palestinian, Twitter, Reuters, Guardian, Agence France, Hamas, Business Locations: Gaza City, Gaza, Israel, Rafah

☆ Inside $9 billion WorldQuant's 15-year anniversary celebration in the Bahamas, with talks from Arnold Schwarzenegger, performances by David Blaine, and a $100,000 chess tournament
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-19 | by ( Bradley Saacks | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

The Baha Mar resort in Nassau was full of quants, engineers, and data scientists the week before Christmas. One session featured Boston Dynamics founder Marc Raibert speaking on robotics and artificial intelligence with the firm's robot dog, Spot, next to him. Chess champion Magnus Carlsen came to play with teams from 12 different countries playing to win a $100,000 grand prize. But for those at WorldQuant looking forward to relaxing, the resort has plenty of options. Entertainment during the week also included a performance from David Blaine, the well-known illusionist.

Persons: Izzy Englander's, Igor Tulchinsky, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Malcolm Gladwell, Stan McChrystal, Marc Raibert, Magnus Carlsen, Baha, David Blaine Organizations: Baha, Business, US Army, Boston Dynamics, Hyatt, Entertainment Locations: Nassau, Bahamas, Connecticut

☆ Inside $9 billion WorldQuant's 15-year anniversary celebration in the Bahamas, with talks from Arnold Schwarzenegger and Malcolm Gladwell, plus performances from David Blaine
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-19 | by ( Bradley Saacks | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

The Baha Mar resort in Nassau was full of quants, engineers, and data scientists the week before Christmas. Attendees heard speakers such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, author Malcolm Gladwell, and retired US Army Gen. Stan McChrystal speak on different topics, including the future of technology and history. One session featured Boston Dynamics founder Marc Raibert speaking on robotics and artificial intelligence with the firm's robot dog, Spot, next to him. But for those at WorldQuant looking forward to relaxing, the resort has plenty of options. Entertainment during the week also included a performance from David Blaine, the well-known illusionist.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House overwhelmingly approved measures Tuesday targeting Iran for its human rights record and placing restrictions on the country's ability to import or export its expanding arsenal of weapons. The resolutions will now go to the Senate, where it is unclear if the Democratic-controlled chamber will take them up. Amini had been detained for allegedly wearing her hijab too loosely in violation of strictures demanding women in public wear the Islamic headscarves. Political Cartoons View All 1154 ImagesThe protests that ensued represented one of the largest challenges to Iran’s theocracy since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. A security force crackdown that followed saw over 500 people killed and more than 22,000 people detained.

Persons: Mahsa, Amini, hadn’t, Biden, Donald Trump, Michael McCaul, ” Organizations: WASHINGTON, U.S ., Senate, Democratic, Authorities, House Foreign Affairs Locations: Iran, Washington, Islamic Republic, Tehran, U.S

☆ Malawi: Their son was banned from school for 3 years because of his dreadlocks
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( Nimi Princewill | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Although it is not a legal requirement in Malawi, an unwritten policy enforced across government schools meant his son was being denied admission because of his hair. “I felt oppressed,” Nansolo said as he recalled the staff of a state-run secondary school in Zomba, southern Malawi. Then, in 2020, the Malawi High Court placed an interim order compelling public schools to enroll Ishmael and other Rastafari children until a final ruling was reached. Despite this victory, Malawi’s Rastafarian community still faces numerous challenges. Lack of jobs is a big challenge for the Rastafarian community because those in offices are reluctant to employ Rastas,” Nansolo said.

Prince Albert of Monaco said in an interview with People magazine that he and his wife, Charlene, would be attending. King Felipe VI of Spain, who ascended to the throne in 2014 after his father’s abdication, will attend, according to the Spanish news media. Crown Prince Fumihito of Japan and Crown Princess Kiko, on behalf of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, will attend, according to the Japanese news media. Credit... Clodagh Kilcoyne/ReutersSeveral members of Britain’s government will attend, as will about 100 heads of state from around the world, according to Buckingham Palace. British RoyalsImage Prince Harry, center, will be present at the coronation, though his wife, Meghan, and their children, will remain in California.

WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERSWASHINGTON, Dec 2 (Reuters) - The United States on Friday designated China, Iran and Russia, among others, as countries of particular concern under the Religious Freedom Act over severe violations, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. Blinken in a statement said those designated as countries of particular concern - which also include North Korea and Myanmar - engaged in or tolerated severe violations of religious freedom. The United States has expressed grave concerns about human rights in the western Chinese region of Xinjiang, which is home to 10 million Uyghurs. The other countries designated as countries of particular concern were Cuba, Eritrea, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. Religious Freedom Act of 1998 requires the president – who assigns the function to the secretary of State – to designate as countries of particular concern states that are deemed to violate religious freedom on a systematic and ongoing basis.

☆ 5 reasons to get the Chase Sapphire Preferred
▼ + stars: | 2021-08-18 | by ( Jennifer Yellin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Let’s look at six benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred to see why it may deserve a place in your wallet. Pairing the Sapphire Preferred with other Chase credit cardsCombine points from the Chase Sapphire Preferred with other Chase Ultimate Rewards credit cards. But by also having the Chase Sapphire Preferred, you can move your points from the Freedom Flex to the Sapphire Preferred and redeem them at a higher 1.25 cents per point for travel. Even better, you’re covered even if you only pay for a portion of your flight with your Chase Sapphire Preferred. Apply now for the Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card with an 60,000-point bonus.

☆ The best first travel credit card: Chase Sapphire Preferred
▼ + stars: | 2021-04-20 | by ( Jennifer Yellin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

The Chase Sapphire Preferred has a terrific sign-up bonusThe Sapphire Preferred offers a large sign-up bonus that you can use for business class travel. The Sapphire Preferred earns bonus points on travel and diningThe Sapphire Preferred earns bonus points on all travel purchases, including public transportation. The Chase Sapphire Preferred’s travel protections have you coveredIf your flight is delayed or cancelled, the Chase Sapphire Preferred will help cover any unanticipated expenses. And while many travel credit cards offer auto rental damage coverage nowadays, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is one of the few travel credit cards that offer primary car rental coverage. Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred really the best first travel credit card?

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