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☆ I left Goldman Sachs to plan weddings for the ultra-rich. I do 4 key things to keep my clients — and their families — happy.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-27 | by ( Lian Kit Wee | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Lelian Chew is the founder of The Atelier & Co, a Singapore-based luxury wedding planning company. I spent a decade at Goldman Sachs, working in Singapore and Hong Kong managing key relationships by flying to a different Chinese city each day. English wasn't his first language, so he misunderstood and thought I was starting a wedding planning business. He immediately asked me to help plan his son's wedding, insisting I take a look since I knew the family well. Many of our elder clients want to see their grandchildren uphold customs they cherish, like family crests and cultural elements.

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☆ EPA must review risks of risks of fluoride in drinking water to children, judge rules
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

U.S. District Judge Edward Chen in San Francisco on Tuesday sided with several advocacy groups, finding the current practice of adding fluoride to drinking water supplies to fight cavities presented unreasonable risks for children’s developing brains. But the judge stressed he was not concluding with certainty that fluoridated water endangered public health. The agency had denied their so-called citizen’s petition asking it to consider banning fluoridation chemicals from public drinking water. More than 200 million Americans, or about 75% of the population, currently have fluoride added to their drinking water at recommended levels of 0.7 milligrams of fluoride per liter of water. The U.S. practice differs from Europe, where fluoridated drinking water is rare.

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☆ Rudy Giuliani has been disbarred — again
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Jacob Shamsian | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Rudy Giuliani can no longer practice law in Washington, DC. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementRudy Giuliani has officially lost his law license — in Washington, DC, this time. It is the latest indignity for Giuliani, who has been shoved out of the legal profession after promoting conspiracy theories about the 2020 election following Donald Trump's election loss, and was previously disbarred in New York. The Washington, DC, Court of Appeals handed down the disbarment order with "reciprocal discipline," finding Giuliani was unable to show why the New York decision to take away his law license was wrong.

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☆ We're upping our price target on Costco after another steady quarter fortifies our thesis
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Zev Fima | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

The report didn't blow us away, but it still offered plenty of reminders on why Costco investors should stick around. Total revenue in its fiscal 2024 fourth quarter totaled $79.7 billion, missing analysts' expectations of $79.97 billion, according to estimates compiled by LSEG. Costco has succeeded for decades, but the high inflation of recent years has made the company's value-focused ethos really shine. Put it all together, we're increasing our price target on the stock to $950 a share from $875. In the quarter, Costco's membership renewal rate in the U.S. and Canada came in at 92.9%, a tick lower than the 93% rate observed in the third fiscal quarter, while worldwide held constant at 90.5%.

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☆ Watch CNBC's full interview with Appaloosa Management founder and president David Tepper
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch CNBC's full interview with Appaloosa Management founder and president David TepperDavid Tepper, Appaloosa Management founder and president and Carolina Panthers owner, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss his thoughts on the U.S. markets, state of the economy, the Fed's interest rate decision, his bets on the Chinese market and where he's finding opportunities, why he sold 84% of his stake in Nvidia in the second quarter, 2024 election, and more.

Persons: David Tepper David Tepper Organizations: Appaloosa Management, Carolina Panthers, Nvidia

☆ A surfer without a degree is worth $16 billion after his biotech company's stock soared 1,100% in a year
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Theron Mohamed | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The company's stock price has surged by over 1,100% in the past 12 months, lifting its market value to over $16 billion. Summit stock jumped from about $12 on September 6 to a record high of $32 on September 13, but has retreated to around $23 since then. Spurred on by his son's death from brain cancer, Duggan started building a stake in Pharmacyclics, a maker of cancer drugs, in 2004. Pharmaceutical titan AbbVie bought the business for $21 billion in cash and stock in 2015, netting Duggan more than $3 billion, per Bloomberg. He joined Summit's board in 2019 and became CEO and chairman in 2020, making cancer drugs his principal focus.

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☆ This 50-year-old concept is still the best way to make yourself productive, says expert: 3 simple ways to master it
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Natalie Wu | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

States of flow can lead to productive work sessions or explain your compulsion to endlessly scroll through social media. The act of pulling the lever turns an uncertain outcome into a certain one. Binary tasks, where the only outcomes are success or failure, aren't very conducive to flow, Melnikoff says. have a yes-or-no outcome, you're better off focusing on a more ambiguous number of consecutive successes or failures, Melnikoff says. "People value the sense that they're being productive and one with the activity that they're engaging in.

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☆ Shannon Rowbury: ‘Heartbroken’ by her rivals’ doping offenses, athlete is now set to receive a bronze medal
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —For Shannon Rowbury, it was simultaneously one of the best and worst moments of her running career. Today, the women’s 1,500-meter final at the London 2012 Olympics is considered one of the dirtiest races in the history of track and field. Her US teammate, Alysia Montaño, also discovered this year that, having originally placed fifth in the 800 meters, she is now set to receive a bronze medal from the London Olympics due to doping violations by rivals. Now, she is learning to appreciate those things in ways that didn’t seem possible when she was a professional athlete. “I had kind of cut out all of the fun by the end, it felt like,” says Rowbury.

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Learn moreJust a month after the Ryder Cup, Team USA will take on a team of non-European international players for the Presidents Cup. Below, we'll show you how to watch the Presidents Cup, including cable and live streaming options. Keep reading to learn how to watch the Presidents Cup. How to watch the Presidents Cup in the USThe Presidents Cup will air across the Golf Channel and NBC/Peacock in the US. Sling TV Subscription For just the essentials without any extra fluff, Sling TV is the streaming service you're looking for.

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☆ I've built a career in ethical hacking. Online scams are getting much, much worse — and AI isn't helping.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Emma Magnus | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I liked the idea of doing the same thing, but without the criminal intent: finding those problems and fixing them. This flashy example was made for entertainment, but it still showcased how real criminals use fake profiles, phishing websites, and malware to compromise a person or company. New scams are being developed every dayI see multiple new scams or cyber security problems every day. It's creating better-looking scams, while deepfakes, voice clones, and video filters make it easier to fool people into believing things on the internet. AdvertisementWe're seeing romance scams where scammers are using deepfake video filter tools to pretend to be celebrities, for instance.

Persons: —, Laura Kankaala, I've, cybercriminals Organizations: Service, Business, LinkedIn Locations: Finnish, Finland

☆ Many parents are worried their kids don’t have enough friends, poll finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Michelle Icard | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Certainly, there are things parents can do to help their kids form connections. CNN: One in five parents say their child ages 6 to 12 has no friends or not enough. CNN: Two-thirds of the parents you polled wanted their children to be friends with kids who came from similar families. First, I thought the proportion of parents who wanted to know the parents of their kid’s friends would be much higher. Second, I was surprised that 1 in 5 parents feel their kids have no friends or not enough friends.

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☆ Appaloosa's David Tepper explains why he's not buying Nvidia on the dip here
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAppaloosa's David Tepper explains why he's not buying Nvidia on the dip hereDavid Tepper, Appaloosa Management founder and president and Carolina Panthers owner, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss his thoughts on the U.S. markets, state of the economy, the Fed's interest rate decision, his bets on the Chinese market and where he's finding opportunities, why he sold 84% of his stake in Nvidia in the second quarter, 2024 election, and more.

Persons: Appaloosa's David Tepper, he's, David Tepper Organizations: Nvidia, Appaloosa Management, Carolina Panthers

☆ Billionaire investor David Tepper on China: Central bank comments 'exceeded expectations'
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBillionaire investor David Tepper on China: Central bank comments 'exceeded expectations'David Tepper, Appaloosa Management founder and president and Carolina Panthers owner, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss his thoughts on the U.S. markets, state of the economy, the Fed's interest rate decision, his bets on the Chinese market and where he's finding opportunities, why he sold 84% of his stake in Nvidia in the second quarter, 2024 election, and more.

Persons: David Tepper Organizations: Billionaire, Appaloosa Management, Carolina Panthers, Nvidia Locations: China, Central

Sharon Kim partnered with her oldest brother and his wife to purchase a home in the suburbs of New York City for around $750,000. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItKim and her brother weren't very close growing up, thanks to a seven-year age gap. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItThe increased down payment gave them the leverage they needed. Kim, her brother and his wife decided to complete the majority of renovations to the home themselves to cut down on costs. Mickey Todiwala | CNBC Make ItKim estimates they've spent around $40,000 on renovations so far.

Persons: Sharon Kim, Mickey Todiwala, Kim, weren't, homeownership, they've Organizations: CNBC, Parsons School of Design, YouTube, Parsons, Spotify, Amazon Prime, Apple Locations: New York City, Manhattan, Queens, New Jersey, South Korea

Landrum asked the elementary schoolers a series of questions, using photographs and visual prompts, to understand how the children feel about the political system. Republican-leaning and red-state kids liked Trump but were neutral or even positive about Harris. That imbalance grew when interviews were repeated in September and the kids were asked about Trump and Harris. 02:12 - Source: CNNEven a majority of kids who support Trump agreed Harris would be a “sort of” good president. Misinformation can come from anywhere, as one kid showed when he described the presidential debate between Trump and Harris.

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While HYSA rates are dropping, they're still far higher than many traditional savings account rates. With the Fed cutting rates for the first time in four years, many are anticipating a decrease in the interest rates on high-yield savings accounts — finding a high-yield savings account with a 5% interest rate is already getting harder. High-yield savings accounts are low-riskOne major reason to keep your money in a high-yield savings account is that it is a low-risk option. Interest rates still beat other savings accountsOne of the best reasons to keep your money in a high-yield savings account is the higher interest rate compared to traditional bank savings accounts. High-yield savings accounts are still ideal for your emergency fundHigh-yield savings accounts are an excellent choice for short-term (up to a year) and medium-term (one to five years) financial goals.

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☆ NYU psychology prof who's helped hundreds of people navigate the workplace: 3 reasons you're not getting promoted
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Tessa West | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Sometimes status at work is based on the "right" things, like having relevant skills or past experience. Note: Don't ask, "Do I have status here?" It's a vague-sounding question, and you might not get an honest answer because the person you're asking may think it's rude to say no. Your workplace has experienced a major joltSometimes you fail to get promoted because a jolt has disrupted the status hierarchy. If you've experienced a jolt at work: Don't shoot yourself in the foot.

Persons: New York University who's, I've, you've, doesn't, it's, Tessa West, Tessa Organizations: New York University, Twitter

☆ 6 easy things couples can do to avoid divorce, according to a divorce lawyer
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewAll couples, whether they're thinking of marriage or already wed, want a union that lasts. But based on his experience, Sexton shared some of the things he recommends couples try before diving into an expensive divorce process. One person might feel like their partner isn't doing enough to make them feel loved, so they refuse to do anything to make their partner feel loved, either. In his experience with couples who divorce over infidelity, he's noticed a pattern with some couples: "The deception is happening because every time that there's an honest sharing, it results in attacking." AdvertisementOn the other side of the coin, couples might have overly negative views of marriage based on old stereotypes.

Persons: —, James J, Sexton, we're, isn't, it's, he's Organizations: Service, Business

☆ Dollar firm following sharp rebound as Fed speakers eyed
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Earlier this week, Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee said policymakers "can't be behind the curve" if the economy is to have a soft landing. Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic said the central bank needn't go on a "mad dash" to lower rates. Later Thursday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell gives pre-recorded remarks at a conference in New York, where New York Fed President John Williams also speaks. Boston Fed President Susan Collins and Fed Governors Michelle Bowman and Lisa Cook take to the podium at various other venues as well. Minutes from the Bank of Japan's July meeting, when the central bank raised short-term interest rates, showed policymakers were divided on how quickly the central bank should raise interest rates further.

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The Summary Roughly one-third of former professional football players surveyed believe they have CTE, a study found. But the new research indicates that many former NFL players have experienced symptoms associated with CTE, including depression and cognitive difficulties. Roughly one-third of former professional football players surveyed believe they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy, according to a recent study. Evidence of it has been found in the brains of many former football players after death. “Most of the studies that have been done on CTE are much smaller studies on deceased players,” said Rachel Grashow, the lead author of the new study and director of epidemiological research initiatives at Harvard University’s Football Players Health Study.

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☆ Nigerian company Autogirl wants to be the Airbnb of car rentals
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Victoria Barauna | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

In 2023, it announced it would be expanding to Kenya, with a rollout of 1.2 million electric vehicles. Around the world, transport startups are embracing electric vehicles, and those in Africa are no different. In 2023, it announced it would be expanding to Kenya, with a rollout of 1.2 million electric vehicles. Uncover , a Kenyan skincare brand, says it wants to fill this gap by providing healthy cosmetics that put African women first. ‘‘We want to be the Airbnb of vehicle rentals in Africa and ultimately the world,” Arinze says.

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☆ Artificial intelligence is detecting new archaeological sites in the desert
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Rebecca Cairns | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Researchers at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi have developed a high-tech solution to searching huge, arid areas for potential archaeological sites. Traditionally, archaeologists use ground surveys to detect potential sites of interest, but that can be time-consuming and difficult in harsh terrains like the desert. “Once it was trained, it gave us an indication of other potential areas (nearby) that are still not excavated,” says Francis. Khalifa University isn’t alone in using artificial intelligence to detect potential sites. If archaeologists find the structures the algorithm has predicted, Dubai Culture plans to use the technology to unearth more sites.

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☆ I swore off long-distance relationships. I then fell for a man who lived on a different continent.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Hannah Wilkinson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Go to newsletter preferencesSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewAfter witnessing friends endure the rigmarole of long-distance relationships, I could see why almost half of them end in breakups. I was about to announce that I had quit my job and booked a one-way ticket to see him. AdvertisementAfter six months Down Under, I found myself in one of the longest long-distance relationships geographically possible. But as a poster girl for long-distance relationships, I can attest that skipping shortcuts to finding a soulmate and leaning fully into vulnerability has given me my dream life and man.

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☆ 7 ways you're making your home look cheap, according to a luxury interior designer
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Comfort is important, but you don't need to sacrifice aesthetics. A beautiful piece of furniture can be comfortable. "When people are going to buy furniture, they focus so heavily on the comfort and they don't focus on the style," he said. Prioritizing comfort above all else also frustrates Rehman because there are so many affordable, comfortable pieces with aesthetic appeal, he said. "Just take that little extra step and go find things that are the best of both worlds."

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Mortgage rates are expected to drop, which means that it might be a good time to buy a second home. There's no perfect time to buy a home, so I'm more concerned with whether it feels like a good time. So, while mortgage rates are expected to go down this year for primary homes, mortgage rates for second homes might not fall as equally. Still, the Fed rate cut is already impacting mortgage rates, which could benefit second-home mortgages, as well. Barring a big windfall of cash allowing you to buy something outright, there may never be a "perfect" time to buy a home.

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