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☆ Feuding tech bros Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg were split up and seated on the far ends of an outrageously long table during a closed-door Senate meeting on AI
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-14 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg were seated far apart at a closed-door Senate meeting on AI. Also at the meeting were tech executives like Microsoft's Bill Gates and OpenAI's Sam Altman, who've also had their disagreements with Musk. Musk and Zuckerberg have been feuding since 2016, after a SpaceX rocket explosion destroyed Facebook's first satellite. AdvertisementAdvertisementThe relationship between the two men got even more strained when Zuckerberg launched Threads, a text-based social media platform, in July. Musk first challenged Zuckerberg to a cage fight on June 20, and Zuckerberg took the bait a day later.

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Argentina’s annual inflation rate rose to 124.4%, according to figures released by the government’s INDEC statistics agency Wednesday. “It’s the number that summarizes the tragedy left by Massa,” Patricia Bullrich, the presidential candidate for the main opposition coalition, wrote on social media after the inflation number was released. Political Cartoons View All 1157 ImagesRecent polls show Milei leading ahead of general elections on Oct. 22 with Massa in second place and Bullrich third. The high inflation rate is in large part a product of the government's devaluation of the local currency, the peso, by nearly 20% following the Aug. 13 primaries. Ponti said the sharp rise in prices had to do with a confluence of factors including the way that beef prices had largely remained frozen for months despite the inflationary economy.

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☆ Crab dumplings, soup and sorbet: Putin and Kim dine on delicacies after two-hour meeting
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Holly Ellyatt | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un shaking hands during their meeting at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in the Amur region on Sept. 13, 2023. There's nothing like a high-stakes, globally-watched meeting of geopolitical heavyweights to whet the appetite, especially in the case of Russian President Vladimir Putin's face-to-face talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Following their two-hour talks on Wednesday at a space rocket launch center in Russia's far east, the leaders are dining together, with a smorgasbord of local delicacies reportedly on the menu. For dessert, red bilberries from the taiga (Russia's vast forested Siberia region) with pine nuts and condensed milk is on the menu. Before proposing a toast to Putin's health ahead of the meal, Kim reportedly said that he was confident Russia would win in what Moscow calls its "special military operation" in Ukraine.

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☆ Moderna says flu vaccine showed promising results in phase three trial, paving path to approval
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Annika Kim Constantino | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Wednesday's results are also a sigh of relief for Moderna after the company pushed back its experimental flu shot program in April. Moderna compared the flu vaccine, dubbed mRNA-1010, to a currently approved seasonal flu vaccine from GlaxoSmithKline called Fluarix. Moderna's flu shot also generated higher seroconversion rates, which refers to the development of specific antibodies against a virus. Also on Wednesday, Moderna said it is ending a separate phase three trial on the first version of its flu vaccine. "With today's positive phase 3 flu results, along with previous results in Covid and RSV, we are now three for three on advancing respiratory disease programs to positive phase 3 data."

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☆ Insider Today: Apple's new iPhone is here
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

This post originally appeared in the Insider Today newsletter. But the show's real stars were the new versions of Apple's iPhone and Apple Watch. But if you were hoping a new iPhone will send Apple's stock soaring, think again. Prior to Tuesday's event, Apple's shares fell an average of 0.2% on days a new iPhone was announced, according to Barron's. The Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, senior editor and anchor, in New York City.

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☆ Grocery prices continued to cool in August but some foods are on the rise
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Elisabeth Buchwald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

That’s an improvement from July, when grocery prices were up 0.3%, according to the latest Consumer Price Index, released Wednesday. For the year, grocery prices are up a modest 3%. But just how much inflation relief you got at grocery stores last month depends on what was in your shopping cart. Prices for food sold in stores are up 3% year over year, but the biggest increases are in the frozen foods aisle. On a monthly basis, hot dogs prices fell by 3.1%, prepared salad fells by 2% and butter fell by 1.8%.

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The U.S. government says the former Twitter's request to end oversight of its data privacy and security practices is “meritless” and owner Elon Musk should not be immune to testifying about the company since he has “first-hand knowledge” of the conduct being investigated. Political Cartoons View All 1154 ImagesThe FTC has been watching the company for years since Twitter agreed to a 2011 consent order alleging serious data security lapses. But the agency’s concerns spiked with the tumult that followed Elon Musk’s Oct. 27 takeover of the company. Twitter paid a $150 million penalty in May 2022, about five months before Musk’s takeover, for violating the 2011 consent order. An updated version established new procedures requiring the company to implement an enhanced privacy-protection program as well as beef up information security.

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☆ Grimes is squashing her beef with Shivon Zilis, saying communication about Elon Musk's secret twins 'wasn't handled super well' in the past
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-11 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Grimes and Shivon Zilis — both of whom have kids with Elon Musk— have buried the hatchet. Grimes wrote. "Communication about the twins wasn't handled super well in the past, but I now totally understand what happened and totally forgive the situation," Grimes wrote on X on September 10. AdvertisementAdvertisement"So glad we had such a wonderful talk, was insanely overdue," Zilis wrote, calling Grimes a "total badass." He shares three children with Grimes — X Æ A-Xii, or X; Exa Dark Sideræl, known as Y, and Tau.

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To start, Congress faces a deadline to fund the government by the end of the month, or risk a potentially devastating federal shutdown. But starting a formal impeachment inquiry into Biden could help to appease Republican allies of Trump, who has emerged as the GOP frontrunner to confront Biden in the 2024 election for the White House. Woodhouse is now a senior adviser to the Congressional Integrity Project, which is preparing to criticize Republicans over the Biden impeachment. While the shutdown is the more pressing problem for McCarthy, the Biden impeachment inquiry is his bigger political gamble. McCarthy has signaled an impeachment inquiry is coming.

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☆ Testosterone parties are the latest biohack for Silicon Valley tech bros
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-10 | by ( Lakshmi Varanasi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

It hosts testosterone blood-test "T Parties" with tickets costing from $100 to $400. Get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in business, from Wall Street to Silicon Valley — delivered daily. He later told Insider in a message on X that his qualifications include "personal experience boosting my T from 790 to 1090 and peer-reviewed research." In May, Tang held a "T Party" in Colombia where he tested 24 men, according to a post on X. Beyond that, Vinjamoori noted that "a single-minded focus on testosterone might not offer the well-rounded approach needed for optimal health and longevity."

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In recent weeks, U.S. consumers have seen high-profile food recalls for an unappetizing reason: They're contaminated with foreign objects that have no place on a dinner plate. “Extraneous materials” triggered nine recalls in 2022 of more than 477,000 pounds of food regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service — triple the number of recalls tied to food contaminated with toxic E. coli bacteria. Trader Joe’s wouldn’t elaborate on how material got into the foods that led to its recent recalls. In recent years, firms have become increasingly cautious and are recalling products more frequently than before, said Nathan Mirdamadi, a consultant with Commercial Food Sanitation, which advises the industry about food safety. Consumers who find foreign materials in food should notify manufacturers, experts said, but also realize that recalls are likely to stick around.

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☆ I moved from the US to Wales and can't imagine going back. I'm paid less, but the relaxed work culture more than makes up for it.
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-10 | by ( Regina Beach | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

She also says healthcare, driving, and working in the UK are some things that shocked her the most. Driving in the UK is not for the faint of heart and the driving test is taken very seriously. Working in the UKThirty-five hours of work per week or more is considered full time. Coming from the US, part-time worker's rights and generous paid family-leave was a real culture shock for me. AdvertisementAdvertisementI work fewer hours and have a better quality of life than I did living in Chicago.

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“But in terms of the logic of North Korea, they make sense." Worrisome possible outcomes include Russia helping North Korea beef up “its pretty antiquated ... museum-ready” conventional forces or its weapons of mass destruction, Seiler said. “North Korea was clearly developing capabilities that would enhance its position vis-à-vis South Korea. ‘I WAS BROUGHT TO TEARS'Among his experiences in North Korea that stood out, Seiler pointed to watching a landmark 1983 Korean television show. Unscripted, the show turned into an emotional, marathon, 453-hour live broadcast that reunited Korean families divided under Japanese colonization or during World War II and the Korean War.

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TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Australia and China opened their first high-level dialogue in three years Thursday in a sign of a slight thaw to relations between countries that have clashed on everything from human rights to COVID-19 origins to trade. Australia's current Foreign Minister Penny Wong has sought to stabilize the two countries' relationship since her party won elections last year. China's and Australia’s relations sank to low depths during the pandemic. In response, China effectively blocked out Australian barley in 2020 by imposing an 80.5% tariff, widely regarded in Australia as punishment. “We continue to advocate for positive progress on the cases of Australians detained in China,” Emerson said.

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☆ Pork Industry Grapples With Whiplash of Shifting Regulations
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-05 | by ( Julie Creswell | More About Julie Creswell | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Other farmers say they’re simply not going to modify how they raise pigs. “We’re losing money in the pig industry,” said Trish Cook, the president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, who, along with her family, raises pigs near Winthrop in eastern Iowa. “The idea of having a large capital expenditure with no clear payback on it doesn’t make business sense to us. However, Mr. Fong said that soon “we’ll be faced with some shortages and price hikes.”Mr. Davis of Oliver’s Markets said he already bought pork from Niman Ranch, a producer that exceeds the California criteria, but had also always offered customers less-expensive pork options. “Chicken and pork are still very affordable options, especially when compared to beef prices,” Mr. Davis said.

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☆ How much is Hulu worth? As Disney gears up to buy Comcast's share of the streamer, analysts say Bob Iger may have to pay a hefty price.
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-05 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

When it comes to Hulu, value is in the eye of the holder. However, Comcast claims Hulu is worth double what Disney is saying, according to Bloomberg — even in a tough media environment. "It's what would a willing buyer in a robust auction pay," Roberts said of Hulu's valuation at a MoffettNathanson conference in May. Another way to value Hulu is by comparing its EV-to-subscriber ratio with that of Netflix. By buying all of Hulu, Disney can position itself for the next big trend in media, Noell said.

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☆ Russia signs 280,000 for contract military service this year -Medvedev
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-03 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

A view shows a billboard promoting military service under the contract in Russian Armed Forces and containing information about payments, on a road in the Leningrad Region, Russia July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Anton Vaganov/file photo Acquire Licensing RightsSept 3 (Reuters) - Some 280,000 people have signed up so far this year for professional service with Russia's military, the deputy chair of the Russian Security Council, former President Dmitry Medvedev, said on Sunday. Visiting Russia's Far East, Medvedev said he was meeting local officials to work on efforts to beef up the armed forces. "According to the Ministry of Defence, since Jan. 1, about 280,000 people have been accepted into the ranks of the Armed Forces on a contract basis," including reservists, state news agency TASS quoted Medvedev as saying. Some Russian lawmakers suggested Russia needs a professional army 7-million strong to ensure the country's security - a move that would require a huge budget allowance.

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☆ If you're an American eating beef this weekend, there's a good chance you're a man or age 50 to 65
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-03 | by ( Catherine Boudreau | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Just 12% of Americans are eating half of all the beef consumed in the US in a day, a study found. There's a good chance beef is on the menu, especially for men or people ages 50 to 65. Beef produces an estimated 8 to 10 times more emissions than chicken, and 50 times more than beans. "Beef is an environmentally extravagant protein," Rose said. There's a way to cut back on beef in all of those dishes if you're concerned about your health or the environment."

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☆ Russia to recruit foreigners in neighboring countries to beef up its army depleted by 300,000 war casualties, says the UK Defense Ministry
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-03 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Russia is outsourcing military recruitment to "avoid unpopular domestic mobilization measures," says UK MoD. The Kremlin wants to fill the growing gaps in army ranks foreigners and migrant workers. Russia's military casualties are approaching 300,000, say US officials. The campaign to exploit migrant workers and enlist men from neighboring countries precedes Russia's upcoming presidential election in 2024. Russia's military casualties are approaching 300,000, of which as many as 120,000 are deaths and up to 180,000 are injuries, US officials said last month.

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☆ Why American families are leaving the US for Europe
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-02 | by ( Maureen O'Hare | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Editor’s Note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Finally, Pennsylvanian Alan Andrew and his Belgian husband, Vincent Proost, bought a rundown farmhouse in the Alentejo region of Portugal. Young hearts run freeThere comes a day in all our lives when we’ve taken our final vacation, whether we realize it at the time or not. From next year, it won’t even be free to travel to Europe. The new ETIAS visa waiver program will allow entry into EU countries for fees starting at $7.70.

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☆ Jim Cramer’s guide to investing: How to invest in mutual funds
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-01 | by ( Julie Coleman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

CNBC's Jim Cramer said he spends most of his time telling investors how to pick their own stocks but stressed that he also has advice about how best to passively manage money in mutual funds. He recommended investors seek out low-cost index funds if they don't have capacity to manage their own portfolios. "At the end of the day, I think a cheap S&P 500 index fund is the least bad way to passively manage your money — better than the vast bulk of actively managed mutual funds," Cramer said. But Cramer cautioned against most actively managed mutual funds, arguing that investors can't always trust that money managers will prioritize their clients' needs. "My main beef here is with actively managed mutual funds, mutual funds where there are people deciding which securities to buy or sell," he said.

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☆ Rich, poor countries split over costs of pandemic prevention
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-01 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +9 min

REUTERS/Bruno Kelly/StringerSince early in the COVID-19 pandemic, global health officials have sought to create a “pandemic treaty” to better prepare for future outbreaks. The governing body of the World Health Organization, or WHO, chose delegates from each of its six administrative regions worldwide to lead the negotiations. Ahead of next week’s meeting, according to officials interviewed by Reuters, the biggest sticking point remains financing for poor countries. The United States and the European Union have both said they support the inclusion of “One Health” provisions in a pandemic treaty. But as a far-reaching and sometimes abstract concept, “One Health” measures could be costly to put into practice.

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☆ How New York’s Public Hospitals Cut Carbon Emissions: More Vegetables
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-31 | by ( Cara Buckley | More About Cara Buckley | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

On the menu at New York City’s 11 public hospitals is pasta with Bolognese sauce, without the meat. NYC Health + Hospitals, the country’s largest municipal health system, has made plant-based food the default for inpatient meals. That means the food contains no meat, dairy or eggs. Now, a year after it made those sweeping changes, the hospital system has reduced its food-related carbon emissions by 36 percent, according to the mayor’s office. And, jokes about hospital food aside, the changes seem to be a hit with patients.

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☆ Google announces event for Oct. 4, where new Pixel phone and smartwatch expected
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-30 | by ( Todd Haselton | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Google has set Oct. 4 as the date for its annual fall hardware event, where the company is likely to introduce the next Pixel phone and its latest watch. "You're invited to an in-person Made by Google event where we'll introduce the latest additions to our Pixel portfolio of devices," Google said in the invitation. Google is set to debut the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which will follow last year's Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. The Pixel Watch 2 is also expected, following last year's Pixel Watch, Google's first smartwatch. Still, Google has worked to beef up its hardware business in recent years with its Nest speakers and smart home products, Pixel phones, a new Pixel tablet and its watch.

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☆ 8 easy — and cheap — ways to cut your carbon emissions
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-30 | by ( Greg Iacurci | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Here are some easy — and inexpensive or no-cost — ways to reduce your carbon footprint today, according to efficiency and environmental experts. As such, the average household saves about $225 in energy costs per year by switching to LED lighting, the Energy Department said. Cut food wasteErlon Silva - Tri Digital | Moment | Getty ImagesThe average American wastes more than 400 pounds of food a year. A washing machine spends 90% of its energy to heat water, for example, the Consumer Federation of America said. Even putting something like a brick in your toilet tank will displace — and therefore save — water.

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