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☆ iPhones are suggesting people 'Check In' with their exes. Yikes!
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Katie Notopoulos | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Instead of Check Ins only being set up manually, people are getting suggestions popping up on their iPhone screens to remind them to set up a Check In — with random contacts, like exes and bosses. Some people are getting "Check In" suggestions on their iPhones. But the suggestion isn't mutual — Max told me he sometimes gets a suggestion to Check In with his upstairs neighbor. AdvertisementIt's possible to turn off "Siri Suggestions" in both Messages and Maps — which might stop this feature. But this would also mean any other helpful Siri suggestions you like would get turned off.

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☆ Columbus Blue Jackets announce plans to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Thomas Schlachter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —The Columbus Blue Jackets announced preliminary plans to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau on Wednesday. Johnny Gaudreau played for the Blue Jackets at the time of his passing. Columbus Blue Jackets players will wear a special sticker on their helmets to remember the Gaudreau brothers. “Beginning with the club’s first regular season game at the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, October 10, and continuing throughout the season, Blue Jackets players will wear a patch featuring Johnny’s number 13 on their jerseys,” the Blue Jackets added. A makeshift memorial outside Nationwide Arena for Columbus Blue Jackets forward Gaudreau.

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☆ Podcast about Missouri father’s killing helps lead to an arrest 35 years later
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-15 | by ( Faith Karimi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

A man was arrested in connection with Martin’s death but later freed when the charges were dropped days before his trial, the twins said. A few months later, in early 2021, the St. Francois County Prosecuting Attorney’s office announced it was reopening the case. The suspect, Wesley Paul Marler, 69, has been charged with assault in the first degree and has pleaded not guilty. Their father’s killing changed how his daughters think about Friday the 13thBonne Terre is a small city about 60 miles south of St. Louis. But that belief started unraveling after they talked to residents and learned about their father’s tense history with Marler, they said.

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☆ Where Are the Squat Racks? Gyms Are Rushing to Remodel for Strength-Training
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-14 | by ( Hilary Brueck | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

Related storiesThe boom of strength training in 2020Australian personal trainer Kayla Itsines developed the uber popular "Sweat with Kayla" app. "The 20-somethings, the 40-somethings, the 60-somethings will all be gravitating towards strength training, just because of the benefits it provides." They're branding themselves as more of a high-intensity training equipment provider than just a stair-climbing apparatus provider these days. Strength training is ideal for extending your "play span," your ability to keep doing what you love as you age. "What strength training really affords people is to make age just feel like a number," he said.

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☆ Johnny Gaudreau’s wife reveals in eulogy she’s pregnant, expecting 3rd child
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-10 | by ( Ariana Brockington | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

On Sept. 9, Meredith Gaudreau delivered a heartbreaking speech for the Columbus Blue Jackets player during the joint funeral for him and his brother. Through tears, Meredith Gaudreau recalled their love story and spoke about welcoming their first child together, a baby girl named Noa. Three kids.’”She added that their oldest child, Noa, has not celebrated her second birthday yet. Her pregnancy news came after her sister-in-law Madeline Gaudreau read her eulogy to husband Matthew and also mentioned being pregnant. Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau previously played together at Boston College before their professional careers.

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☆ We kept losing out on homes and were sick of renting. So we tricked out a $4,500 van to live in for the summer.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-09 | by ( Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Mary Clare: We rented in Burlington for four years, which at this point has been the most expensive place I've lived so far. Mary Clare: Our real estate agent kept pushing us outside of our budget, like over $200,000 more. Courtesy of Ian and Mary Clare ArmstrongIan: I was on Facebook Marketplace to actually look for land. Courtesy of Ian and Mary Clare ArmstrongIan: Now, it's got a sink with a foot pump and fresh water tanks. AdvertisementMary Clare: Living here definitely helped put us in a spot where we were even more prepared to buy a home.

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☆ Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau tearfully remembered at joint funeral
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-09 | by ( David Close | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —The lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were remembered at an emotional, joint memorial service at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, PA, on Monday. Mourners arrive for the joint funeral of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau. During her eulogy, Johnny Gaudreau’s widow Meredith revealed she was in her ninth week of pregnancy with the couple’s third child. “To Columbus and our Blue Jackets family. Matthew Gaudreau, 29, played professionally for five seasons after college.

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☆ A US Army vet moved to Japan with his wife and bought an abandoned house for $35,000. They have no plans to leave.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-02 | by ( Amanda Goh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

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☆ Peloton fans are angry about a new 'Activation Fee' for anyone buying a used bike on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-23 | by ( Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Peloton drew backlash after introducing a $95 activation fee for used bikes. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementPeloton has sparked outrage from customers after announcing a new $95 activation fee for anyone in the US or Canada buying a secondhand bike. The activation fee includes a $25 spare parts credit, a 50% off coupon for up to three pairs of Peloton cycling shoes and a Peloton Bike mat, and a virtual onboarding session.

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☆ Urban biking is booming around the world, but New York City is falling behind
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-14 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

New York City has also seen a surge in bicycling since the pandemic caused many to avoid mass transit and ride shares. And the funding for the Streets Plan — more than $900 million — has already been allocated to DOT. The city streets were designed to maximize vehicle speed rather than to get as many New Yorkers around as efficiently and safely as possible. While New York City streets have generally gotten safer since the city adopted its 'Vision Zero' plan in 2014 to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries in 2014, progress hasn't been consistent. Advertisement"What New York City can learn is that when you commit to comprehensive bike infrastructure, it works," Elizabeth Adams said.

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☆ Everyone wants to live in a Nancy Meyers home, but it won't happen overnight
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-13 | by ( Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

The quote encapsulates the role homes play in all of Nancy Meyers' films, from "Something's Gotta Give" to "The Parent Trap." AdvertisementThe homes in Nancy Meyers' movies feel true to lifeAs of Monday, there were over 8,000 videos on TikTok with #nancymeyersaesthetic. Diane Keaton in the Nancy Meyers movie "Something's Gotta Give." AdvertisementFor instance, some people fixate on the kitchens in Meyers' movies, ogling over the massive islands or farmhouse sinks they feature. Camille Alexandra InteriorsHutman said to remember that you don't need to spend a fortune to find furniture that reflects the Meyers aesthetic today.

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A large group of people on bikes brutally attacked a driver after having his vehicle damaged in downtown Los Angeles. Shailoobek Uulu was driving through downtown when the group, riding on bicycles, surrounded his vehicle. When Uulu pulled over and got out of the vehicle the group began attacking him. A large group of people on bikes brutally attacked a driver in downtown Los Angeles. “I closed my head, I was on the ground and suddenly someone pulled me out from the circle,” said Uulu.

Persons: Shailoobek Uulu, Uulu, “, I, ”, Shiv Patel, ” Uulu Organizations: Hope, LAPD Locations: Los Angeles

For the last two weeks, Paris completely lost its cool. The rain that had doused the opening ceremony had ceased by then, and Paris felt like a city en fête. “What happened four weeks ago — with the election and everything that came afterward — was a real shame. They wanted to forget about it for a while.”It is fair to say they embraced their opportunity. More than anything, though, there have been French tricolors.

Persons: —, Teddy Riner, Marie, José Perec, ”, Anne Brion, Tricolors, Richard Salandre Organizations: Games, Tuileries, United Locations: Paris, French, fête, United States, “

☆ Jude Law enters the Star Wars galaxy in epic fashion in nostalgic ‘Skeleton Crew’ trailer
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-10 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —The galaxy far, far away is about to add another starry member to its ranks. Oscar-nominee Jude Law was on hand in Anaheim, California on Friday night at D23 – Disney’s massive fan expo that drew a crowd of 12,000 – to present “Skeleton Crew,” a new “Star Wars” series set to premiere on Disney+ in December. Ahead of unveiling the first-look trailer, Law billed the new series as “a timeless adventure story in the spirit of the Amblin coming-of-age films from the ’80s,” mentioning 1985’s “The Goonies” and “E.T.” from 1982 as examples. Things take a decidedly “Goonies”-style turn when the band of misfit youths stumble on a hidden fortress in the forest, where water slides, skeletons and adventure await. “Skeleton Crew” will stream with a two-episode premiere on December 3 on Disney+.

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☆ 6 things you need to throw away from your garage right now, according to professional declutterers
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Amena Ahmed | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Business Insider spoke to two professional declutterers about clearing out space in your garage. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Business Insider spoke to two professional declutterers about easy things you can toss from your garage immediately. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ UK riots: Rotherham residents despair after riot at hotel housing asylum seekers
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Christian Edwards | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Ninzr said he had lived in the Rotherham hotel since he arrived, but was at another processing center when the riot broke out. Several passers-by referenced unfounded rumors that hotel residents have abused local women. CNN asked South Yorkshire police if they have received complaints about the behavior of the hotel residents, but have not yet received a response. With more demonstrations planned for this week, do the residents near the Rotherham hotel fear more violence? “After seeing our community come out today, no,” said the man who lived through the London riots.

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☆ Assigned desks are now a work perk — and Gen Zers are making themselves right at home
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-03 | by ( Alexandra Bacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Read previewWhen Maïa Maury, 25, started a new job in the US, she was happy to find that it came with her own assigned desk. AdvertisementWhile an assigned desk used to be a given in an office, the pandemic ushered in an era of hot desking and working from home. Now, cubicles and assigned office desks are more of a novelty, meaning those lucky few who get one are sometimes keen to make the most of it. AdvertisementAnother Gen Zer, Zernab Saeed, wanted to make the most of having a personal office desk in her first job out of college. Many companies are still shifting toward reducing office space, leaving fewer opportunities for people to enjoy having their own desks.

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☆ I spent 2 months renovating my van for $12,500. Here are 10 of my biggest regrets.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-02 | by ( Abigail Robertson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Read previewWhen 2020 hit with all of its uncertainties, I knew there was no better time to start van life. I wanted to hit the road as soon as possible while keeping costs low, so I went with a smaller van. Next time, I'm investing in a van with 4-wheel driveI'm always hesitant to off-road in my van. AdvertisementSpreading out the build would've given me more rest days — I took exactly two days off — and peace of mind. Now, I see a van build as an ongoing expense, like rent, that I'm always saving for and investing in rather than a one-time purchase.

Persons: —, I've, I'd, Abigail Robertson, I'm Organizations: Service, Ford Transit Connect, Business, Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit Locations: Ohio, California

☆ Battle for Lashio: Civilians caught in the crossfire as rebels claim major victory over Myanmar’s junta
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-02 | by ( Helen Regan | Angus Watson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Displaced people fleeing fighting in Lashio try to cross the flooded road to Taunggyi in Myanmar's northern Shan state on July 9, 2024. For Lashio to fall, “it basically eliminates the junta as an effective organized force from a huge part of the country,” Ruser said. The road on the way was badly damaged,” he said as he traveled to Taunggyi, the Shan state capital some nine hours south of Lashio. People queue for food at a monastery turned temporary shelter for internally displaced people in Lashio, Shan state on November 15, 2023. There were also reports in local media that the junta had ordered its staff to leave Lashio as fighting got closer.

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☆ Our neighborhood is our village. We often have meals together and take turns looking after everyone's kids.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-01 | by ( Jenna Jonaitis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Who's in for a block family dinner?" AdvertisementMost people say it takes a village to raise a family, but every village can look different. Each couple would take turns hosting all the kids for a few hours on Saturday morning. But it's especially fun to watch kids on the block cycle through old favorites. AdvertisementOur neighborhood isn't perfect, and sometimes the workload may be uneven, but our neighborhood village supports us and is there for us.

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☆ Tackle these 14 factors to lower dementia risk, report suggests
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Kristen Rogers | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

But addressing 14 risk factors over the course of one’s life — starting in childhood — could prevent or delay nearly half of cases, according to a large report by 27 dementia experts. “The progress in preventing and treating dementia is accelerating.”The initial 12 risk factors were linked with 40% of cases, but the new report suggests addressing the 14 risk factors could help eliminate or delay 45% of dementia cases, said Livingston, a professor of psychiatry of older people at University College London. This “critical” update calls attention to two risk factors that preventive neurologist Dr. Richard Issacson says his clinical practice has been evaluating for over a decade. Influencing brain functionThe report doesn’t establish with certainly that these risk factors directly cause dementia, experts said. But other research has provided theories on the link between these vulnerabilities and dementia risk.

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☆ I've been to 48 states, but there's one US city I want to visit every summer
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Latifah Al-Hazza | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

After visiting 48 of the 50 US states, Chicago is my favorite place to be in the summer. Here's why I love Chicago summers. Latifah Al-HazzaThe city prides itself on being home to over 20 Michelin-starred restaurants and having a diverse food culture. The city's public Divvy bikes are easy to rent and a great way to see the city in the summer. The event offers incredible city views and access to the indoor aquarium, providing a cool respite from the heat.

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☆ Coco Gauff still can’t wrap her head around the honor of being Team USA’s flagbearer
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Gauff will serve as flag bearer alongside basketball superstar LeBron James – a role she has yet to truly wrap her mind around. “I don’t know when I’m going to meet him, but I’m already stressed about it really,” Gauff told CNN’s Coy Wire. She’s one of the faces of Team USA in Paris and says she’s finding the experience a little bizarre. “It took a while for it to sink in, (it still hasn’t really) sunken in,” Gauff told Wire just hours ahead of her big moment. “So many people are coming up to say congratulations, not just from Team USA but from other sports and countries as well.

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☆ Boomer Loves Retirement, Living in DC, Gets Government Benefits
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Juliana Kaplan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Cole is an example of what retirement can look like with a good savings plan and a variety of government assistance programs. Her prior government role left her with a hefty retirement benefit; she still gets healthcare. She's taken advantage of a few water aerobics classes in DC and was swimming up at a pool near Capitol Hill. "The last season," what she calls the "senior season" of life, is the best, Cole said. "I know people think they're in a good season now, but live long enough to get that Medicaid card," she said, adding: "I don't have nobody to tell me what to do.

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☆ The elephant not in the room for Netanyahu's speech: Kamala Harris
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Bryan Metzger | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

That is a strategic political calculation, because she knew — and her people knew — that you will not reach the White House if you frolic with war criminals." Kent Nishimura/Getty ImagesThe California Democrat argued that Harris should look toward the example of Vice President Hubert Humphrey. Advertisement'A very tenuous feeling'If Netanyahu's speech on Wednesday was any indication, there's plenty of wiggle room for Harris to pursue a less deferential approach to Israel than Biden. Dozens of progressives issued statements affirming that they were boycotting the speech, engaged in other events, or like Harris, simply came up with convenient scheduling conflicts. He's literally the Trump of Israel," Rep. Maxwell Frost of Florida told me.

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