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☆ Opinion | Why Was This Treasure of Musical Theater All but Lost to the Ages?
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( John Mcwhorter | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

“Purlie” and “The Wiz” — along with “Dreamgirls,” which landed just past the decade divider in 1981 — have been well attended since the 1970s. “The Wiz” was made into a film that many Black people regard as iconic, and a revival is playing on Broadway now. It ran for over two years, won the Tony for best musical and best actress (Virginia Capers) and Theatre World awards for three other leads. Musical theater historians tend to blow by it with a couple of respectful sentences. It’s had a regional revival or three, but compared with “Purlie,” “The Wiz” and “Dreamgirls,” it is a dead property.

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☆ Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-29 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries "Roots," has died. Gossett became the third Black Oscar nominee in the supporting actor category in 1983. "More than anything, it was a huge affirmation of my position as a Black actor," he wrote in his 2010 memoir, "An Actor and a Gentleman." "I knew too little to be nervous," Gossett wrote. Gossett went to Hollywood for the first time in 1961 to make the film version of "A Raisin in the Sun."

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I have many financial goals, so instead of one big savings account, I have one for each goal. Years ago, I heard some advice from a financial influencer that stuck with me: If you have numerous savings goals, set up different savings accounts and give each a name to correspond with their purpose. I opened up six new Capital One 360 Performance Savings accounts in the new year to help me achieve my financial goals. TaxesI'm embarrassed to say that I have never set aside money for taxes in all my years as a freelancer. While I usually had the funds available, peace of mind comes with having a separate savings account to cover taxes.

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Many people leave too much money in their high-yield savings account instead of investing it. Most experts recommend keeping at least three to six months of expenses in a dedicated savings account as an emergency fund. Ideally, these funds are kept in a high-yield savings account that earns enough interest to keep up with inflation and then some. The fact is, interest rates for savings accounts and CDs fluctuate based on market conditions. Get Exclusive Savings with Raisin: Open one of the best savings accounts with a no-fee Raisin account in minutes and spread your savings across an exclusive network of over 30 FDIC-insured banks and NCUA-insured credit unions.

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☆ I celebrated 3 months of sobriety with an all-inclusive vacation. I fell off the wagon when I got home, but I'm trying again.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-29 | by ( Jennifer Greenberg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Three months into my sobriety, I took an all-inclusive vacation. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . But, unlike the previous times I had gone on the wagon, this time, I would be doing it for myself. As I had my challenges with binge drinking in my 20s, I had avoided all-inclusive resorts since a vacation in my teens, when my brother and I were accidentally given adult bracelets and our parents turned the other cheek.

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☆ Premarket stocks: This rally is nearly unprecedented. Can it last?
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Nicole Goodkind | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Just last week the S&P 500 hit a new all-time high and notched its best showing in a year. But this nearly unprecedented surge in the markets is sparking some concern over what’s driving the rally and whether it can continue. The S&P 500 and Dow last week each reached record levels after blockbuster earnings from the chipmaker set off a broad market rally. The S&P 500 is up more than 6% for the year, but when you equally weigh all of the stocks in the index, it’s up just 2.5%. Last year, the S&P 500 rose by 24.2%, but the equally-weighted index was up by just 11.6%.

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☆ Kellogg's faces a backlash after encouraging cash-strapped shoppers to eat cereal for dinner: 'What the hell kind of dystopian hellscape is this?'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Kellogg's is advertising cereal for dinner as an alternative for people struggling with food prices. WK Kellogg CEO Gary Pilnick told CNN last week that the messaging was "landing really well" with customers. Cereal prices shot up 13% in 2022Grocery prices soared during the pandemic as supply-chain chaos pushed up costs for producers. Advertisement"The cereal category has always been quite affordable, and it tends to be a great destination when consumers are under pressure," Pilnick told CNN. Pilnick told CNN last week that more than a quarter of cereal consumption is outside breakfast.

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☆ Kellogg’s CEO faces backlash for saying people should eat cereal for dinner to save money
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

In an interview with CNBC last week, WK Kellogg CEO Pilnick said the company was advertising cereal for dinner to consumers looking for more affordable options. CNBC host Carl Quintanilla asked Pilnick if encouraging weary customers to eat cereal for dinner could “land the wrong way.”Pilnick thought the opposite. Cereal prices alone increased 28% since January of 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Food brands under fireDespite the CEO’s assurances, Kellogg’s advertisement and Pilnick’s comments have led to a backlash on social media. They note that boxes of popular cereals now cost more than $7 and cereal is not an adequate substitution for a full dinner.

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To earn interest on Cash App Savings, you must be at least age 18, have a Cash App personal account, and own a Cash App Card. How Cash App Savings worksYou'll need at least $1 to open Cash App Savings. Cash App Savings FAQsDoes Cash App Savings have interest? Yes, Cash App Savings now pays up to 4.50% APY if you're at least 18 and have a Cash App Card. Money in Cash App Savings is safe if you have a Cash App Card.

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☆ Skip these 5 household items at Costco—they aren't worth the bargain, says expert at finding deals
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-11 | by ( Mike Winters | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Additionally, prices can vary between Costco locations, and in-store prices tend to be cheaper than what's found online. And most people don't tend to go through stick after stick of lip balm in rapid succession, Ramhold says. "But the truth is that even if you use it habitually, it takes a long time to go through that much lip balm." For that reason, unless you're buying for family or friends, you probably don't need to grab the nine-count pack of lip balm on Costco shelves. However, you simply might not need 1,000 pills of, say, Kirkland Signature brand ibuprofen, unless you have a large household, Ramhold says.

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☆ The moon is shrinking, and it could be a problem for astronauts
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-31 | by ( Jacopo Prisco | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

On the lunar surface, however, it’s a different story. “We also knew that the largest of the shallow moonquakes detected by the Apollo seismometers was located near the south pole. As part of the mission, two astronauts will spend about a week living and working on the lunar surface. They can be an opportunity to better study the moon as we do on the Earth with earthquakes,” Husker said. Studying moonquakes at the south pole will tell us more about the Moon’s interior structure as well as its present-day activity.”

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After I got hit with thousands of dollars in taxes, I realized I needed to have a proactive plan. I keep a portion of my side hustle earnings in a high-yield savings account. I knew I had to take a different approachWhen my tax bill came, it was thousands of dollars that I didn't have. I keep my tax savings in a high-yield savings accountMy goal is to put about 30% of each payment into this savings account. I may end up using a tax preparation companyLastly, I'm considering using a tax preparation company, which typically costs a few hundred dollars at least.

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The Apple Card Savings account already paid a higher APY than the average savings account. Apple has increased the interest rate on its Apple Card Savings account for the third time since December. The Apple Card Savings account is available for Apple Card users in the U.S. You can set it up and manage it through the Apple Card in the Wallet app on iPhones. How the Apple Card Savings account worksThe Apple Card Savings account doesn't require a minimum opening deposit. Products in this post: Apple Card, Apple Savings Account, Ally Savings Account, Discover® Online Savings Account, BrioDirect High-Yield Savings Account, Customers Bank High Yield Savings Account, UFB Secure Savings, CIT Bank Platinum Savings, Wealthfront Cash Account

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☆ A look back at ‘Entertaining,’ Martha Stewart’s first book
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-28 | by ( Leah Asmelash | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Editor’s Note: The new CNN Original Series, “The Many Lives of Martha Stewart,” features never-before-seen images and rich archival footage that reveals the woman behind the legendary lifestyle icon. When Stewart says “Entertaining,” she truly means entertaining. Austin Steele/CNNA new CNN Original Series, “The Many Lives of Martha Stewart,” premieres Sunday and provides a look at her rise from caterer to business mogul. It’s a perfect occasion to look back at Stewart’s first book (she has 99 total, because what can’t she do) that started it all. Four decades later, the book is still considered an entertaining must-haveThough “Entertaining” kicked off Stewart’s career from local caterer to nationally known hostess, its release was not without controversy.

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☆ We've made 165 recipes from celebrity chefs to find the best ones. Here are the winners in each category.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-26 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +39 min

Read previewBusiness Insider put the best recipes from celebrity chefs head-to-head to find the most delicious salads, desserts, bread, beverages, and more. AdvertisementRead more about the winning recipe and full battle here: I tried 3 celebrity chefs' recipes for blueberry pancakes, and the best used whipped egg whites. Read more about the winning recipe and full battle here: I made 4 celebrity chefs' recipes for overnight oats, and the best was served in a cantaloupe. This celebrity chef's garlic bread was buttery, spicy, and not at all soggyThe texture of Guy Fieri's garlic bread was spot-on. AdvertisementRead more about the winning recipe and full battle here: I tried 3 celebrity chefs' recipes for white sangria, and the best was also the prettiest.

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This is a type of savings account that offers a significantly higher interest rate than a traditional savings account. For customer support, Credit Karma offers both a phone line and a live chat for Credit Karma Money account holders. Credit Karma Savings Account FAQsIs Credit Karma savings a good idea? Yes, Credit Karma offers the Credit Karma Money Save Account, which is a high-yield savings account paying 4.10% APY. You can take money our of your Credit Karma savings account by transferring money to a linked external account or to your Credit Karma Money Spend Account.

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I never thought FIRE was for someone like me, from a low-income background and with a history of debt. I'm saving 30% of my income, diversifying my investments, and tracking my future net worth to work towards financial independence. I'm almost 29 years old and plan to reach the FI part of FIRE by the time I'm 45. What we're doing to reach financial independenceI used the "multiply by 25" rule to estimate how much we'll need in retirement. My goal is to reach a 50% savings rate or higher, but I'm not willing to cut my lifestyle any more than we already have.

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I didn't learn about investing growing up so I was thrilled to read "The Simple Path to Wealth." Thanks to the book, I'm now on the path towards FIRE — financial independence/retire early. I'm thankful that, in 2017, I was able to read a book called "The Simple Path to Wealth." Here's what "The Simple Path to Wealth" taught me about managing money and building wealth. For me, "The Simple Path to Wealth" has demystified the purpose and process of building wealth in America.

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☆ CD and Savings Rates Today: Uncover Top Rates
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-05 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

With rates rapidly changing, how can you feel confident that you're getting the best savings account or best CD? See more savings account bonuses »Leading Checking & Savings Combo Account BonusSofi Checking and SavingsEarn up to a $250 bonus with qualifying direct deposits for eligible customers through 12/31/2023. High-Yield Savings AccountsThe best high-yield savings accounts provide the security of a savings account with the added bonus of a high APY. Certificates of DepositThe best CD rates may outpace any of the other accounts we've described above. 2-Year CDsThe best 2-year CD rates will be slightly lower than 1-year and no-penalty CD rates.

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☆ CD and Savings Rates Today: Elevate Your Savings
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-04 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

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☆ CD and Savings Rates Today: Secure Top Rates
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-03 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

But is there a way to figure out exactly how much you should save each month? Around 20% of your income (after taxes) is a good amount to save each month, according to the 50-30-20 budget and 70-20-10 budget. Over time, you can may find that you can save more each month — going from $20 to $30, and so forth. A person with that income would need to save around $660.50 per month if they are using the 50-30-20 budget rule. The amount each person should save per month will likely depend on their savings goals and current budget, though.

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☆ CD and Savings Rates Today: Maximize Your Money
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-02 | by ( Business Insider | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

When a friend told me she's changing jobs, careers, and industries, I shared classic advice from my dad. First, he told me years ago, make sure you're financially stable. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Save as much money as you canStarting a new job, career, or business can exhaust a lot of resources.

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High-yield savings accounts, CDs, and I Bonds are good options depending on how soon you want to buy. As a financial planner, I have seven creative ways to save for a first home down payment. Automate monthly contributions to a high-yield savings accountOne of the easiest ways to grow your home down payment is to save in a high-yield savings account. Currently, many high-yield savings accounts are offering 4% to 5% or higher. Set up automatic transfers from your checking account to this high-yield savings account.

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