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For Love & Money is a biweekly column from Insider answering your relationship and money questions. Write to For Love & Money using this Google form. Ask her if the financial strain of giving your dad money every month has become too much for her. To have that conversation with your dad, you could say something like, "Dad, you know how much my sister and I love you. Rooting for you,For Love & Money

☆ Final farewell: From Sidney Poitier to Pope Emeritus Benedict a look back at the influential figures who died in 2022
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-01 | by ( Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +55 min

Other world leaders who died in 2022 include former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who died in August. The final days of 2022 saw the loss of some exceptionally notable figures, including Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Here is a roll call of some influential figures who died in 2022 (cause of death cited for younger people, if available):___JANUARY___Dan Reeves, 77. A Cuban-born artist whose radiant color palette and geometric paintings were overlooked for decades before the art world took notice. A prolific character actor best known for playing villains and tough guys in “The Manchurian Candidate,” “Ocean’s Eleven” and other films.

☆ I moved twice for my spouse's career — then we got divorced. Here's what the experience taught me.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-27 | by ( Laura Wheatman Hill | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Laura Wheatman Hill was relieved the first time she had to move for her husband's career. Once in Philadelphia, Wheatman Hill found a satisfying job, but had to give it up to move again. Now that she and her husband are divorced, Wheatman Hill said she'd do things differently. I worked hard for years in a career that didn't pay well or appreciate me. I love my kids, and I'm rebuilding my career — still teaching sometimes, but mostly writing from my home in Oregon.

☆ Allbirds Were the Tech Bro ‘It’ Shoe. Then the Tech Bros Moved On.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-24 | by ( Jamie Waters | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

AUSTEN ALLRED is a pretty typical tech guy. Until Covid, he lived in an affluent San Francisco neighborhood (he’s now based in Ephraim, Utah). Pre-pandemic, Allbirds were the dominant shoes among the clients of San Francisco dating coach Eddie Hernandez, including many tech professionals. Silicon Valley personal brander and stylist Victoria Hitchcock, most of whose 100 clients are dot-com types, has observed a similar disappearing act. Though she says she’s never advised anyone to buy Allbirds, about 40 of her clients sported them in 2019, she recalled.

For Love & Money is a biweekly column from Insider answering your relationship and money questions. Write to For Love & Money using this Google form. My family isn't shy about referencing our perceived income gaps and often makes snarky remarks about how I choose to spend my money. I never discuss what I make with my family, and I try to avoid money matters in general. Happy Holidays,For Love & Money

☆ Former Twitter employees launch Spill, a refuge for 'Black Twitter,' after hate speech soars under Elon Musk's leadership
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-17 | by ( Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The former Twitter employees are catering to "culture drivers," especially Black and queer creators. Terrell told TechCrunch. Since Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter in October, hate speech and slurs against Black users have skyrocketed and popular users from Black Twitter have used comedy to mourn the loss of their online community. Following the announcement of the app, Terrell tweeted that Spill had received 20,000 reservations for handles within 12 hours. Terrell, Brown, and Spill advisors April Reign, DeRay Mckesson and Dantley Davis did not immediately respond to Insider's requests for comment.

☆ Will Smith takes over ‘Red Table Talk’ to discuss toughest role of his career
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-14 | by ( Lisa Respers France | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Smith got emotional talking about his character in the film, recounting a scene in which Peter pauses to praise God in the midst of a harrowing journey through a swamp. Will Smith and Ben Foster in "Emancipation," premiering n Apple TV+. Quantrell Colbert/Apple TV+“It was one of the things that I wanted to be able to share with you all, the ideas that I learned from Peter,” Smith told his children. Smith talked about some of the “brutal” and “dehumanizing” moments of portraying the character and how the role affected him. Ben Foster plays Jim Fassel, who hunted Peter in the swamp, and praised Smith’s performance in a video sent for the “Red Table Talk” episode.

☆ 6 valid reasons to miss work — and the excuses your boss won't go for, according to career experts
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-12 | by ( Jen Glantz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Using a lack of sleep or a missed train as an excuse not to go to work likely won't fly, they said. But there are inevitably days when we need to miss work — for vacation, for personal or family matters, or for some other reason. If you're not sure whether you're justified in skipping out on a workday, here are the best reasons for not showing up — and advice for telling your boss. Bad reasons to miss workSmith-Proulx said the worst excuses for missing work are the ones your boss expects you to have control over, such as being up late or missing the train. Constantly being absent from work, Smith-Proulx said, "can make it difficult for the employer to continue business, and they may need to replace you with a more reliable employee."

A GOP congresswoman went viral Thursday for tearfully begging her colleagues to vote against a bill that would protect same-sex marriage nationwide. “Today, my aunt Vicky started crying because gay people like me can get married,” Andrew, 24, said in the video, which was shared Thursday. “I’ll tell you my priorities: Protect religious liberty, protect people of faith and protect Americans who believe in a true meaning of marriage," Hartzler said through tears. In addition to ensuring that the federal government recognizes same-sex marriages that were validly performed, the legislation will also protect interracial marriages. The legislation went on to pass the House by a vote of 258-169, with 39 Republicans supporting the legislation.

☆ Period underwear FAQS — answered
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-08 | by ( Kristen Rogers | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Period underwear has grown popular over the past few years for several reasons. Period underwear brands offer a variety of absorbencies since people have different flows. Does period underwear affect symptoms and period length? Some people on social media platforms and product reviews have reported a lighter flow or shorter period while wearing period underwear. “People should be able to access and use whatever type of period management tools that work best for them, including period underwear,” Brandi said.

For Love & Money is a biweekly column from Insider answering your relationship and money questions. Write to For Love & Money using this Google form. My kids love it, and I still say I love it. And, to clarify, her asking you to do the Christmas shopping for her grandkids is absurd. Rooting for all of you,For Love & Money

Under the three-day amnesty which began on Saturday, Ukrainians living in villages across the river can traverse the Dnipro during daylight hours and to a designated point. Anastasiia, who also only gave her first name, said she was at the port because she hoped to cross the river the other way, into Russian-held territory where her relatives are. Russian forces have intensified artillery attacks on the Kherson region since withdrawing from the western bank of the Dnipro. Dozens have died in attacks in the region, Ukrainian officials say. Mykola, 73, said his daughter happened to be on the east bank of the river when Kherson was liberated and got stuck alone in Russian-held territory.

☆ Fact Check-PCR test for COVID-19 uses gene cloning but cannot be used to clone humans
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-29 | by ( Reuters Fact Check | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +6 min

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test kits for COVID-19 use what’s known as gene cloning – not reproductive cloning – to detect the presence or absence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, but social media posts claim that humans are being cloned using COVID-19 PCR tests. The claim appears to originate from an Aug. 18 segment of the Stew Peters Show titled, “Patent PCR Test Linked To Human Cloning Video Shows Animal Experiments, Cross Species Genetics” (here). The 2015 paper by Hoseini and Sauer explains methods for gene cloning with PCR and used a gene encoding a red fluorescent protein as its example. PCR tests for COVID-19 cannot be used for human cloning. Molecular cloning, or gene cloning, that is described in a 2015 paper about using PCR to copy individual genes is an entirely different process.

☆ No More Dinner and a Movie. Cheapskate Daters Want Less.
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-29 | by ( Rachel Wolfe | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Nearly half of single Gen Zers and millennials have suggested or taken someone on a less expensive date due to inflation, according to a recent survey. Looking for love has always been emotionally draining. Now, it will also drain your bank account even more than it used to. That’s why many daters are increasingly pushing back and embracing frugality. It’s a necessity for some, with the price of restaurant meals up 17% and alcoholic beverages away from home up 12% since before the pandemic, according to the most recent Consumer Price Index.

☆ Being a Cheap Date Is Suddenly a Major Plus
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-29 | by ( Rachel Wolfe | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

☆ The Caregiver's Lament: How to handle the costs of care
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-29 | by ( Chris Taylor | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +5 min

In fact, the United States has 53 million unpaid caregivers, according to a study by the National Alliance for Caregiving and the AARP. No wonder 62% of caregivers for loved ones with disabilities or special needs report being overwhelmed by financial stress, according to Fidelity. However, “programs do exist at the federal and state level to help families and caregivers,” said Dyvonne Body, author of the Aspen Institute report. “In our surveys, 46% of caregivers don’t even think to ask about benefits like that,” said Fidelity’s Stoddard. Long-term care insurance helps with issues like home healthcare and nursing homes, with policy premiums generally cheaper the earlier you secure coverage.

For Love & Money is a biweekly column from Insider answering your relationship and money questions. This week, a wealthy reader asks how to get his previously divorced fiancée to sign a prenup. Our columnist asks him to take a step back and think through why it matters that she's divorced. Write to For Love & Money using this Google form. Rooting for you both,For Love & Money

For Love & Money is a biweekly column from Insider answering your relationship and money questions. This week, a reader wonders how to tell their in-laws they can't afford their expensive lifestyle. Our columnist recommends setting a standing house meeting, awkward as it may be. Write to For Love & Money using this Google form. Start by setting up a house meeting to talk things throughHere's what I would do: I would talk to them about scheduling a standing house meeting.

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☆ 130+ best Black Friday deals you can still shop: Amazon, Best Buy, Apple, Walmart and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-26 | by ( Zoe Malin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +15 min

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