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That's how she discovered a one-bedroom and a one-and-a-half-bathroom above the Brickell City Centre, a shopping mall in Miami. Koggan's Miami unit is a one-bedroom, 1,200-square-foot apartment with one and a half bathrooms. Her first year in the unit, Koggan's rent was $3,350 but increased to $4,200 for her second year. Koggan's apartment also has a walk-in closet. Brickell City Centre in Miami is home to a five-floor shopping mall, office space and two luxury residential buildings, including Koggan's.

Persons: Rachel Koggan, Booth, Koggan, I'd, Andres Rivera, she's, I've Organizations: Media Relations, CNBC, Brickell City, Brickell City Centre, Centre Locations: New York City, Miami , Florida, Miami, Florida, Brickell

Daring, wild, and over-the-top designs are a key part of Met Gala fashion. In 2023, Leto arrived at the Met in a full-body catsuit in homage to Karl Lagerfeld's cat. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementThe Met Gala is one of the most outrageous fashion events of the year thanks to its elaborate themes and corresponding dress codes. Ahead of this year's Met Gala on Monday, May 6, here's a look back at 60 of the most outrageous looks celebrities have worn to fashion's biggest night.

Persons: Jared Leto, Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Leto, Karl Lagerfeld's, — Organizations: Met, Service

☆ These are the 10 most 'unaffordable' cities in America—Los Angeles is No. 1
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

But when it comes to affordability, or lack thereof, not all cities are created equal. In a recent study, Creditnews Research ranked the most populous U.S. cities by the percentage of neighborhoods financially within reach for the average married couple. To create its ranking, Creditnews used median income for married households in order to determine the percentage of unaffordable neighborhoods. Of the 10 cities with the most unaffordable neighborhoods, four are in California. Two cities in the Golden State, Los Angeles and San Jose, were found to be 100% unaffordable for the average married couple household.

Persons: Creditnews, Sam Bourgi Organizations: Creditnews Research, Golden State, CNBC Locations: U.S, California, Golden, Los Angeles, San Jose

☆ Joe Biden, the Ultimate D.C. Veteran, Has Never Seen a Campaign Like This
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Reid J. Epstein | More About Reid J. Epstein | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

In October 1984, Senator Joseph R. Biden Jr. of Delaware was invited to address a conservative Baptist church near Wilmington as he campaigned for a third term. Mr. Biden, hardly the favorite of social conservatives, was in hostile political territory. But as the incumbent, he was given the first speaking slot — and he used it to hold court uninterrupted for nearly an hour. In 30 years, Mr. Biden never encountered a serious threat to his office. None of them took more than 41 percent of the vote against him.

Persons: Joseph R, Biden, Biden’s, Celia Cohen Organizations: Baptist, Biden’s Republican, “, Republican Locations: Delaware, Wilmington

☆ There's a new No. 1 U.S. airline—it's not Delta
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-27 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

There are plenty of factors to consider when booking long-range travel plans. While many airlines will take you where you want to go, the travel experience can vary widely when it comes to factors such as boarding processes, amenities and baggage allowances. After two years in the top spot, Delta Air Lines slipped to fourth place, behind new No. Despite losing its crown, Delta was still found to be the most reliable airline because of its low rate of cancellations, delays, mishandled luggage and denied boardings. The legacy carrier also ranked as one of the most comfortable airlines in terms of in-flight experience.

Persons: WalletHub, Delta Organizations: U.S, Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines

☆ Turkey is the latest country to launch a digital nomad visa—find out if you qualify and where to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Turkey is the latest European country to launch a digital nomad visa. The Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry announced it is accepting applications from eligible applicants between the ages of 21 and 55. There is only one country in Asia on that list — Russia. In addition, applicants must have a university degree, be employed or self-employed, or have a business contract for a company outside of Turkey. Applicants will also need a passport or a travel document that is valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Turkey.

Organizations: and Tourism Ministry Locations: Turkey, Turkish, U.S, Canada, Europe, Asia, Russia

☆ In 50-50 Georgia, unhappiness with the choices but urgency about voting
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-24 | by ( John King | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Yet she couldn’t bring herself to vote for Biden and didn’t vote that year. In the 2000 election, Democrat Al Gore received 70% in DeKalb; in 2020, Biden won 83%. Massachusetts native Kim Cavaliere, who moved to Georgia over 20 years ago, is pictured at her home in Dacula, Georgia. She’s still inclined to vote third-party again but is perhaps open to reconsidering if Georgia could settle a close race. It is rural, and reliably red – Trump won 71% of the county vote in 2020.

Persons: Christine Nguyen’s, Nguyen, ” Nguyen, ” Decatur, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, –, Trump, Biden, Christine Nguyen, she’s, “, Celia Gardner, Jan Gardner, ”, ” Jan Gardner, Celia, ” Celia Gardner, Democrat Al Gore, Gwinnett, George W, Bush, “ I’ve, Kim Cavaliere, Cavaliere, ” Cavaliere, Count Cavaliere, She’s, – Biden, …, ” Carey Fulks, John King, CNN Carey Fulks, Fulks, ” Fulks, ” Biden, – Trump, Matt Vrahiotes, ” Vrahiotes, it’s, Vrahiotes, Ron DeSantis, “ I’m, Trumper, who’s, “ Kennedy, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, ” Vrahioties, Atlanta’s Organizations: Georgia CNN, White, CNN, Trump, DOJ, Justice Department, CIA, Schools, Democrat, Biden, Gwinnett County, “ Democrat, Republican, Sweet, Florida Gov, GOP Locations: Decatur, Georgia, ”, DeKalb County, Atlanta, Decatur , Georgia, Israel, DeKalb, Dunwoody, Dunwoody , Georgia, Neat, White DeKalb, Gwinnett County, Massachusetts, Dacula , Georgia, Grove, Covid, Fulton County, Gwinnett, Acre, Alto, Hall County, Alto , Georgia, York

☆ The least affordable metro areas for America's middle class—5 of them are in California
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-24 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

California remains one of the most expensive states to live in, according to a recent Creditnews Research study that found America's middle class is being priced out. In the report that asked, "Can America's Middle Class Still Afford Homeownership in 2024? ", the independent research house studied the relationship between income distribution and housing costs across America's 100 most populous metropolitan areas to find the most and least affordable places for the middle class. The least affordable metro areas were almost entirely on the Pacific coast. Five of the 10 least affordable metro areas are in California.

Organizations: Pew Locations: California, United States, San Francisco, San Diego

☆ This small town in France is selling a house for 1 euro—applications are open, but there's a catch
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-22 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Towns in Italy have done it several times and now a small town in France is taking a second run at their own $1 home program. The French town of Saint-Amand-Montrond is selling a 828-square-foot house for 1 euro or $1.07 USD. The property also includes a courtyard and a garage, according to Ouest France, and is located in the city center of the small town. Much like with some of the other deals in Europe, this house needs serious work. It hasn't been lived in for 12 years, and the town estimates it will cost about $136,180 USD to renovate.

Persons: Amand, Montrond, hasn't, Francis Blondieau Organizations: Ouest France, Urban Planning Locations: Towns, Italy, France, Saint, Europe

☆ Top 10 U.S. cities for eco-conscious living—they're almost all on the West Coast
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-21 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

In honor of Earth Month, realtyhop ranked the greenest U.S. cities for homebuyers. The report evaluated each city based on the following criteria: SustainabilityPolicy and infrastructureEnergyEnvironmentAffordability Overall, the study found that the majority of the greenest cities are on the West Coast — five are in California alone. Portland, Oregon is the greenest city in AmericaWith a total score of 62.34, Portland, Oregon took the No. The city uses green streets, eco-roofs, trees and more to manage the stormwater. Top 10 greenest cities in AmericaPortland, Ore. Washington, D.C. San Francisco, Calif. Seattle, Wash. Oakland, Calif. Spokane, Wash. New York, N.Y. Sacramento, Calif. San Diego, Calif. San Jose, Calif.

Persons: realtyhop, Gavin Newsom, Jordan Organizations: Earth, Energy, Coast, CNBC, Portland, Jordan Siemens, Getty, Environmental Services, Calif, D.C, Washington D.C, Istock Locations: U.S, homebuyers, California, Portland , Oregon, America, realtyhop, Portland, America Portland, Ore . Washington ,, San Francisco, Calif, Seattle, Wash . Oakland, Calif . Spokane, Wash . New York, N.Y, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, Washington

☆ 31 of the most daring outfits royals have ever worn
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Celia Fernandez | Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Royals often have to stick to a dress code, but sometimes they surprise fans with a daring look. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementWhen you think of royal fashion, you likely think of extravagant ball gowns, prim coatdresses, or jewelry worth tens of thousands of dollars. And on other occasions, royals have been known to step outside their comfort zones and wear bold looks. Take a look at some of the most daring outfits royals have worn to date.

Persons: Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, Diana wasn't, —, prim coatdresses, Meghan Markle's, shouldn't Organizations: Royals, Service

☆ Couple pays $1,600 a month for a 1-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn—they have 150 houseplants: Take a look inside
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-13 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Mickey Todiwala. "I'm just a homebody that wants to stay at home all day to play with my cats and plants," Wai says. Mickey Todiwala. Mickey Todiwala. Mickey Todiwala.

Persons: Vionna Wai, Chucky Hui, millennials, Hui, Ding, Wai, Mickey Todiwala, I've Organizations: CNBC, Florida Beauty Locations: Bensonhurst , Brooklyn, U.S, Florida

☆ Italy launched a new digital nomad visa—find out if you qualify and where to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-12 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Italy is one of the many countries in Europe now offering digital nomad visas. If you're a digital nomad or a remote worker looking for your next home away from home, consider Italy. The country's new digital nomad visa went into effect his month, according to Euronews. The visa is good for one year and can be renewed Armando Oliveira | Istock | Getty ImagesTo take advantage of Italy's new digital nomad visa, remote workers must have an annual income of at least three times the minimum level required for exemption from participating in healthcare costs. Italy also requires applicants to have health insurance for the duration of their stay, suitable accommodations, and proof that they have been digital nomads or remote workers in another place for at least six months.

Persons: Armando Oliveira Organizations: Istock Locations: Italy, Europe, Italian

☆ The 10 most affordable metro areas for America's middle class—3 are in Ohio
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-10 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Creditnews Research, an independent research house, studied the relationship between income distribution and housing costs across the 100 most populous metropolitan areas in America to determine where middle class families can still qualify for an average home. The report used income tiers based on Pew Research's household income percentile ranges for economic classes:Lower-middle class: $30,001-$58,020Middle class: $58,021-$94,000Upper-middle class: $94,001-$153,000Overall, Creditnews Research found that the Midwest and parts of the South are the most affordable options for middle-class households right now, while ultra-desirable coastal cities like San Francisco and New York City are not an option — even for affluent buyers. The state of Ohio stands out as a place where America's middle class can find an affordable way of life. Three cities in the Buckeye State made Creditnews Research's top 10 ranking thanks to homeowner incentives like grants and tax credits.

Organizations: Research, Pew, Creditnews, San Francisco and New, Buckeye State Locations: America, San Francisco and, San Francisco and New York City, Ohio

☆ This couple spent $30,000 converting a school bus they found on Facebook into a tiny home—take a look inside
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-02 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Tanya Nestoruk and Arya Touserkani bought a retired school bus and made it their tiny home on wheels. Tanya Nestoruk and Arya TouserkaniNestoruk found the retired school bus on Facebook Marketplace. The couple bought the school bus for $7,200, according to documents reviewed by CNBC Make It. Tanya Nestoruk and Arya TouserkaniThe couple wanted to renovate the school bus outdoors, but the Canadian weather had other ideas. The couple spent roughly $30,000 and one year turning the school bus into their home.

Persons: Tanya Nestoruk, Arya Touserkani, Nestoruk, Touserkani, Arya Touserkani Nestoruk, Arya, wouldn't, There's, It's Organizations: CNBC, Facebook Locations: Canada, Mexico, Baja California

☆ These are the 10 best places in the U.S. to raise a family—California didn't make the top 10
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-31 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

If you're looking for the best place in the U.S. to raise your family, consider moving to Illinois or Pennsylvania. Both states contain several towns that ranked highly on a recent report from Niche assessing the nation's top family-friendly locales. The two states combined were home to seven of the top 10 places to raise a family in America. Other factors taken into account include:Crime ratesHousingEthnic, generational and economic diversityPercentage of households with childrenPercentage of residents age 17 and underChesterbrook, Penn. took the top spot on Niche's list, thanks in part to the Philadelphia suburb's highly-rated public school system.

Organizations: Census, Department of Education, FBI, Philadelphia Locations: U.S, Illinois, Pennsylvania, America, Penn

☆ California, not Florida, is home to the richest retirement towns in the U.S., according to a new report
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-29 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

There's plenty of towns across the U.S. where Americans can retire affordably and live out their golden years without breaking the bank. Earlier this month, personal finance site GoBankingRates.com ranked the richest retirement towns in the country. Of the 10 richest retirement towns in the country, the wealthiest has a median household income of $166,747 while the No. 10 town's median income is $124,460. California towns dominated the list, with the Golden State being home to not only the richest retirement town in the country but also four of the top 10.

Persons: affordably Organizations: Survey, U.S . Census, Golden State Locations: California, Meanwhile Florida

☆ Finland, the happiest country in the world for 7 years running, to offer second free happiness masterclass—here’s how to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-26 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Finland has been the happiest country in the world for seven years in a row. Now, it's inviting people to learn the ways of the Finnish and how everyone can "hack their happiness." After hosting a successful 2023 masterclass in happiness, the country's tourism sector, Visit Finland and Helsinki Partners, are welcoming a new group of people to learn the ways of the Finnish people. During the five-day masterclass, participants will learn from a team of three "Happiness Hackers" who will share hacks they can apply to their everyday lives, according to a press release shared with CNBC Make It. The happiness hacks will highlight four key themes of Finnish happiness:Nature and lifestyle Health and balance Design and everyday Food and well-being"Finnish happiness boils down to the simple things in life: connecting with nature, caring for one's mind and body, and appreciating design and art around us," Heli Jimenez, Senior Director of International Marketing at Business Finland, stated in a press release.

Persons: Heli Jimenez Organizations: Helsinki Partners, CNBC, Health, Marketing, Business Finland Locations: Finland

☆ 24-year-old lived in an apartment the size of an average parking spot: 'It gave me independence'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Alex Verhaeg had just turned 21 years old when he moved into a 95 sq. The tiny apartment was smaller than the average size of a parking spot — which is roughly 150 square feet — and didn't have a bathroom. Instead, the five-story building has three bathrooms and two showers on each floor for tenants to share. Don't miss: My house is 'smaller than the average size of a parking spot': 3 people share what it's like to live in less than 300 square feet"It gave me independence to have a spot all to myself," he says. "You had to share some things like the restroom but the apartment itself was just mine, which I really enjoyed."

Persons: Alex Verhaeg Organizations: CNBC Locations: Manhattan's East

☆ This is the happiest country for Gen Z and millennials, according to The World Happiness Report
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-23 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Lithuania is the happiest country for Gen Z and millennials, according to the 2024 World Happiness Report. The final rankings of happiest countries for those under the age of 30 and those 60 and above are quite different. Lithuania took the top spot in this ranking but the country ranked No. 19 happiest country in the world, overall. "Convergence between the two halves of Europe has been driven mainly by the rising happiness of the young," the report states.

Persons: Gen, Z Organizations: Research, University of Oxford, Pew Research Center Locations: Lithuania, Europe

☆ 13 budget-friendly places where couples can retire abroad and live on as little as $1,500/month
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-17 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

That's one reason why many Americans choose to leave the States and retire abroad. But not all international retirement destinations are created equal, especially if you're on a budget. Last month, International Living released its list of the 13 destinations where a couple can retire for as little as $1,500 a month. While the cities and towns are spread across the globe, some countries are especially affordable for retirees. Mexico had the most cities on the list, and five destinations were in Southeast Asia.

Organizations: Security, Wall Street Locations: U.S, Florida, Mexico, Southeast Asia

☆ Inside Startupland's 'Shroom Boom'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-13 | by ( Samantha Stokes | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Frohman is part of a small but growing community within the startups industry that is experimenting with small doses of psilocybin to improve focus and productivity. Business Insider spoke with multiple founders and investors who microdosed, but wished to be anonymous. The person declined to share their name for publication, but their identity is known by Business Insider. Vancouver-based Filament Health is working to expand access to natural psychedelics through an extraction and drug-discovery process, while brick-and-mortar shops Shroomyz and Fun Guyz are further fueling the Canadian "'Shroom Boom".

Persons: Scott Frohman, Frohman, hasn't, Microdosing, James Fadiman —, Koel Robinson, Robinson, Richard Laver, Steve Jobs, Peter Grinspon, Grinspon, Peggy Van de Plassche, Van de Plassche, She's, Justin Zhu, I'm, microdosing, they're, It's Organizations: Business, Rocket Beverage Group, Erewhon, Foods, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, BMO, PsyMed Ventures, Noetic Fund Locations: Florida, San Francisco, Denver, Minneapolis, In Oregon, California , Iowa, Washington State, Vermont, Massachusetts, Vancouver, Palo Santo

☆ 10 U.S. metro areas where homes are selling the fastest—none of them are in Florida
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Creditnews Research, an independent research house, released its new ranking of the fastest-selling housing markets in the U.S. To do a pre-Covid versus 2024 comparison, the study used metrics from January 2020 to January 2024. Five of the top 10 fastest-selling metros were also among the top areas that lost the most per-capita housing inventory since the beginning of the pandemic. Florida had one of the strongest housing markets during the pandemic, according to CNBC's America's Top States for Business ranking, but not a single city in the state ranked in Creditnews Research's top 10. It's a signal that the housing market in the Sunshine State isn't what it used to be.

Organizations: Research, U.S, Business, Creditnews, Sunshine State Locations: U.S, East Coast, Florida, America's, States

☆ The Panama Canal Redrew the World’s Map. A Novel Explores the Lives It Changed.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Celia Mcgee | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

As far back as Cristina Henríquez can remember, there has always been the Panama Canal. She visited it every summer on family trips. The questions, however, didn’t occur to her until she was older: Whose lives, and deaths, lay behind a project so massive it redefined countries and redrew the world’s map? “I grew up going to the canal, but I didn’t know what I was seeing,” Henríquez said. And, “Free lodging and medical care.” “Work in paradise!”

Persons: Cristina Henríquez, Teddy Roosevelt’s, ” Henríquez, “, ” Locations: Panama

☆ 7 budget-friendly places to retire abroad and live comfortably on as little as $1,000/month
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

The cost of retirement in the U.S. varies from state to state, but can cost as much as $73,140 a year in a place like New York. It's one of the reasons many Americans consider retiring abroad where they can live on a lower income without sacrificing their quality of life. In November 2023, the average monthly Social Security check was $1,710.78, according to the Social Security Administration. With that kind of budget, retiring aboard could allow your money to go further, according to U.S. News and World Report. The analysis also factored in travel costs like flights, taxes, and visas.

Organizations: Social Security, Social Security Administration, U.S . News Locations: U.S, New York

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