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☆ I shopped at Urban Revivo, Asia's answer to Zara. I'm a convert, but experts say Zara has nothing to worry about — yet.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Urban Revivo's fits felt way better than Zara'sThe author trying out basics from Zara and Urban Revivo. In contrast, Urban Revivo felt like it had intentionally curated its space with a flow in mind. Aditi BharadeUnlike Zara's bright lights, Urban Revivo was lit more dimly, creating a more relaxed environment. "Urban Revivo has a variety of products, but there is a 'sophomoric' feel to it," Angel said. They also say that it's too early to determine if Urban Revivo will be a true threat to Zara.

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☆ Buying an engagement ring? 'Feel free to disregard the 3 months' salary rule,' wedding expert says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Kicking off the series of costly festivities is typically an engagement, which often means the purchase of a pricey diamond ring. After all, the rule-of-thumb is that a engagement ring is supposed to cost the buyer three months' salary. "Feel free to disregard the 'three-months' salary' rule, as this is an outdated myth that was actually based on a marketing campaign from the Great Depression era, and not based on current facts or data," she says. Indeed, the "three months' salary" rule originated from an advertisement campaign for a diamond company in the 1930s meant to increase the sale of diamonds. The company, Da Beers, initially said that a man should spend one month's salary on a ring, but over the next few decades it continued to raise the bar until it was three months' salary.

Persons: Zola, Sarah Hanlon, Da Beers, Hanlon Organizations: of America Survey Locations: vouge

☆ Go on this many dates each week if your goal is a long-term relationship: 'It's a numbers game,' therapist says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Nearly half, 48%, of singles under the age of 35 want a serious or committed relationship, according to a new eharmony report. Almost one-third, 30%, believe that you need to go on two dates a week if you want to find a long-term relationship. This might not be enough, though, says Lisa Marie Bobby, a relationship psychologist and founder of Growing Self Counseling & Coaching in Denver. "In my experience it takes a lot of energy to find your person," she says. "People who are really serious about finding their person are going to be spending a lot more time than two days a week dating," Bobby says.

Persons: Lisa Marie Bobby, Bobby Locations: Denver

It was a precise strike that took out an office in a building and caused little damage outside of that. Months of tit-for-tat attacks between Israel and Hezbollah had largely been confined to areas near the border between Lebanon and Israel. Israel and the US blamed Hezbollah for the strike; the group denied responsibility. Israel had vowed to punish Hezbollah for the Golan strike, raising fears once again that simmering tensions could finally spiral into all-out conflict. Israel said the weekend assault in Golan had crossed a red line.

Persons: Israel, ”, Hassan Nasrallah Organizations: Lebanese, Hezbollah, US, CNN Locations: Palestinian, Gaza, Beirut, Israel, Lebanon, Golan Heights, “, Tel Aviv, Golan

Roy Cooper has taken himself out of consideration to be Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, according to two sources familiar with the discussions, in a sign that the accelerated search has entered a new phase. A decision could come within a week, two people familiar with the matter said, with Harris’ goal to make an announcement before August 7. She intends to have private conversations with top contenders, sources said, but it was unclear whether those discussions have started. Cooper, whose friendship with Harris dates back to their time serving as the attorneys general of their respective states, was also the oldest candidate under consideration. His age, 67, was seen by some Democrats to be at odds with Harris’ push for a vigorous and younger ticket, the sources said.

Persons: Roy Cooper, Kamala Harris ’, Harris ’, Cooper, Harris, Mark Robinson, Josh Shapiro, Arizona Sen, Mark Kelly, Tim Walz, Andy Beshear, Pete Buttigieg Organizations: North Carolina Gov, Republican, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Minnesota Gov, Kentucky Gov, CNN Locations: Kentucky

☆ 3 signs your boss is a narcissist—'they don't appear to be listening and learning,' Harvard professor says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

"The essence of being a narcissist is that you're about yourself, you're for yourself, and you're less others-oriented," she says. Narcissistic bosses are likely to take credit for things that go well and to dodge blame for things that don't. Because a narcissist is trapped in the idea that only their thoughts are important, listening to others is burdensome to them. "If I praise you, it makes me look good and, if I'm your boss, it makes me look even better. How to cope with a narcissistic boss

Persons: Amy Edmondson, Edmondson, Edmonson, Ramani, Durvasula, isn't, Narcissists, It's Organizations: Harvard Business School, CNBC, Harvard Business Locations: Los Angeles

☆ The US just showed it can stealthily sink an 820-ft ship with a low-cost bomb, and China is scrambling to say it's not impressed
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The US sank a decommissioned ship in the Pacific using a low-cost bomb from a B-2 stealth bomber. The USS Tarawa, a 39,000-ton amphibious assault ship, was sunk on July 19. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe US carried out a successful operation in the Pacific, using a low-cost bomb to sink an 820-foot-long ship, but China was quick to undermine the operation. As part of the 2024 Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), the US successfully managed to sink the decommissioned USS Tarawa on July 19.

Persons: — Organizations: US, Service, Business Locations: Pacific, Tarawa, China

☆ In the age of AI, there's no future for workers content with being code monkeys — and they know it
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Aditi Bharade | Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

"I think there will be a change in the way a software engineer works, and instead of five software engineers you might need four in future," she said. AdvertisementHe said that people who studied software engineering before the rise of AI tools have a stronger foundation because they have "written code from scratch." AdvertisementAn added that foundational knowledge in "algorithms, data structures, software engineering, and other critical areas" is essential for advancing AI technologies. David Malan, a computer science professor at Harvard, told BI that AI tools could be a plus for aspiring software engineers who know how to leverage them. Tejas Rajagopal, a recent computer science graduate from NTU, said he's been trying to expand his skillset to strengthen his chances of landing a job.

Persons: —, Arpita Kaushik, Aditya Swami, Hatcher, Swami, Kaushik, It's, hasn't, Adrian Goh, Goh, Kan Min Yen, Kan, Bo An, David Malan, Malan, he's, Rajagopal Organizations: Service, Google, Business, IBM, Rocket Mortgage, National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, NTU, Harvard, Tejas Locations: Singapore, Hatcher, Asia

☆ Emotionally intelligent couples use this communication tool to solve conflict, relationship therapist says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

"When you're doing 'I statements' you're being careful to acknowledge the fact that the other person could see things differently," she says. "That's why they are so powerful and a very effective communication strategy that can reduce the possibility of a courageous conversation turning into an unproductive conflict." When a partner upsets you , it's natural to want to point out which of their actions you took issue with. In fact, there are plenty of "I statements" that still put the blame on the other person, Bobby says. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It's newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life.

Persons: Lisa Marie Bobby, it's, Bobby, I'm Organizations: CNBC Locations: Denver

☆ 1 in 4 adults without kids worry about who will care for them as they age: 4 tips for securing your financial future
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

But they need to start now, says Mark La Spisa, a certified financial planner and president of Vermilion Financial. "If they wait until 65 to assess their situation, that's what causes anxiety," La Spisa says. Do a 'financial fire drill'"Starting at age 50, you want to do a financial fire drill every day," La Spisa says. Sign up for long-term care insuranceLong-term care insurance covers a host of services not typically included in regular health insurance. "If you have quality long-term care, you are transferring the risk from yourself to the insurance company," La Spisa says.

Persons: Mark La Spisa, La Spisa, Mark La, Carolyn McClanahan, McClanahan Organizations: Pew Research, Planning Locations: Vermilion, walkable

☆ Russia needs men so badly that its sign-up bonuses are nearly on par with the US military's
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Russia has raised recruitment bonuses to $22,000 to attract more soldiers amid high casualties. The new pay package makes Russian military bonuses competitive with the US military's. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementRussia's army is bleeding, and it's raising its recruitment bonuses to US military levels to draw in more men. The announcement said that, including the monthly salary and other benefits, soldiers stand to make around 5.2 million rubles, or $61,000, in their first year of service.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Russia, Russian

☆ 56% of people would RSVP 'no' to a close friend's wedding to save money, new survey shows
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-27 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

There are ways to attend a wedding and stick to a tight budget. Wedding events, like a bridal shower or dress shopping can start far before the nuptials. "Consider which wedding events are must-attend and which ones you could skip to save on costs," she says. Consider which wedding events are must-attend and which ones you could skip to save on costs. "This is a nice option whether or not you're on a tight budget," she says.

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☆ Olympic moment of the day: Married couple makes history as Romania’s flag bearers
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Aditi Sangal | Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

In what is truly an athletic love story, the two flag bearers are both multiple-time Olympians. “It’s a huge honor for us to be the flag bearers. We didn’t expect that, but every Olympic athlete dreams about it, so we’re really glad that we’ll do this together as a family,” Ionela Livia Cozmiuc told the Olympic Information Service. It’s not just the two of us from our family,” Ionela Livia said. It was me,” Ionela Livia said.

Persons: Livia Cozmiuc, Marius Cozmiuc, Ionela Livia Cozmiuc, we’re, ”, “, It’s, ” Ionela Livia, Florin Sorin Lehaci, Maria Lehaci, Gabriela Tivodariu Organizations: Paris CNN —, Games, Olympic Information Service Locations: Paris CNN — Romanian, Paris, Romania, Tokyo, Rio, Romanian

☆ Trump picking JD Vance was a 'really bad decision' and he would have been better off with Nikki Haley, ex-Trump official says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Trump's former staffer said that he would have been better off with Nikki Haley as his running mate. Anthony Scaramucci said he thought Trump made a "really bad decision" choosing JD Vance as his VP. However, Trump has publicly supported Vance, saying he's "doing a fantastic job." AdvertisementFormer President Donald Trump could've done much better than Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate, his former communications director said. Speaking to CNN on Thursday, Anthony Scaramucci said that Trump stands a higher chance against Vice President Kamala Harris with Nikki Haley as his running mate.

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☆ 'It's untenable in the long term to work for a narcissistic boss,' psychologist says: Here's how to deal
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

A toxic boss can ruin a dream job. A narcissistic one can ruin a dream job and your psyche. "Don't underestimate the harm of a narcissistic boss." "It's untenable in the long term to work for a narcissistic boss." If you can't quit or find a new job easily, there are ways to cope with having a narcissistic boss.

Persons: Ramani, Durvasula Organizations: Ramani, NPD Locations: Los Angeles

☆ Trump wants his fans to know he's not going to become 'nice' because the shooting didn't change him one bit
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Trump is vowing not to be "nice" after his near-fatal shooting at his Pennsylvania rally. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementFormer President Donald Trump wants you to know that he won't be getting mellower — even after he was almost shot dead at his July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. In a rally speech in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Wednesday, Trump remarked on how some people said he "became nice" after the shooting. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Trump, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, —, Donald Trump Organizations: Republican National Convention, Service, Business Locations: Butler , Pennsylvania, Charlotte , North Carolina

☆ Harris says she ‘will not be silent’ on Gaza suffering while telling Netanyahu to get ceasefire deal done
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Sam Fossum | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Vice President Kamala Harris vowed to “not be silent” about suffering in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas war, saying she expressed her “serious concern” to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday while telling him it is time to lock down a ceasefire deal. What has happened in Gaza over the past nine months is devastating,” Harris, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, told reporters in remarks after her meeting with Netanyahu in Washington. We cannot allow ourselves to become numb to the suffering and I will not be silent,” she continued. “As I just told Prime Minister Netanyahu, it is time to get this deal done,” she said. The vice president, who has met with the families, listed the names of those being held by Hamas.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Benjamin Netanyahu, “, ” Harris, Netanyahu, Harris ’, Harris, Biden’s, ”, Biden, Aditi Sangal Organizations: CNN, Democratic, Democratic Party Locations: Gaza, Israel, “ Israel, Washington

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday, July 24. But by the end of his speech, it was clear the Israeli prime minister had focused far more on fighting until victory in Gaza than brokering a ceasefire deal. “Give us the tools we need, and we will finish the job,” Netanyahu urged members of Congress. Netanyahu also claimed there were “practically” no civilian casualties during Israeli military operations in Rafah. That is unquestionably false: Multiple strikes in Rafah have resulted in civilian casualties.

Persons: Benjamin Netanyahu, Kent Nishimura, Benjamin Netanyahu’s, ” Netanyahu, “, ”, “ Israel, Netanyahu, Joe Biden, Donald Trump, – Organizations: Republicans, CNN, Israel Locations: Gaza, –, Israel, Rafah

☆ Reed Hastings is going all-in on Kamala Harris with a huge $7 million bet on her presidential candidacy
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Netflix's Reed Hastings is donating $7 million to a super PAC supporting Kamala Harris' presidential bid. Hastings told The Information this is the largest donation he's given to a single candidate. Harris' campaign raised $81 million in 24 hours after Biden's endorsement on Sunday. AdvertisementReed Hastings on Tuesday went all in on his support for Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential bid. The Netflix co-founder and executive chairman donated $7 million to a super PAC linked to Harris, The Information reported.

Persons: Netflix's Reed Hastings, Kamala Harris, Hastings, Harris, —, Reed Hastings Organizations: Service, Netflix, Hastings, Business

☆ ‘It’s a fundamental truth’ that the narcissist in your life won’t change, says psychologist who’s treated 50 of them
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

The path to change for someone with narcissistic personality disorder is more narrow than previously perceived, according to a new report published in Psychological Bulletin. "For the longest time it always felt defeatist to take the stance that people with narcissistic personality disorder don't change," she says. "It doesn't feel fair, and it's hard, but it's a fundamental truth that they don't change." "The more maladaptive a personality the less likely they are to change," Durvasula says. Instead of expecting a narcissist to change, Durvasula advises those in relationships with them to seek professional help.

Persons: Ramani, It's, who’s, Durvasula, Durvasula hasn't, I've, that's Organizations: Psychological Bulletin, Hallmark, NPD, CNBC Locations: Los Angeles

George Clooney attends an event in September 2023. Cindy Ord/Getty Images/FILEActor George Clooney has announced he is endorsing Kamala Harris for president. “President Biden has shown what true leadership is. We’re all so excited to do whatever we can to support Vice President Harris in her historic quest,” the actor said in a statement provided to CNN. The actor and Democratic donor had penned an op-ed calling on President Joe Biden to exit the race.

Persons: George Clooney, Cindy Ord, Kamala Harris, “, Biden, Harris, Joe Biden, Clooney, Barack Obama, Joe “, ” Biden, wasn’t, ”, ” Clooney, Michael Williams Organizations: Getty, CNN, New York Times, White

☆ It took less than 24 hours for the attacks on Kamala Harris to get deeply sexist and extremely ugly
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Read previewIt didn't take long for Vice President Kamala Harris to be hit with a barrage of sexist and racist attacks after President Joe Biden endorsed her for the presidential run. Harris is also facing a barrage of sexist attacksThe GOP is baselessly accusing Harris of sleeping her way to the top. JD Vance says women who haven’t given birth like Kamala Harris are “childless cat ladies who are miserable at their own lives,” and have “no direct stake” in America. Although Hillary Clinton also bore the brunt of sexist attacks as a female presidential candidate in 2016, the experts told BI that Harris is going to have it much worse. Representatives for Harris did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider sent outside regular business hours.

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President Joe Biden will end his bid for reelection and has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. Democrats are in the process of setting up a system to conduct their presidential nomination vote remotely before the party’s convention next month. Under party rules, candidates must meet certain requirements to have their names placed into nomination to be the party’s presidential candidate. There are 3,949 pledged delegates. But now that Biden is no longer a candidate, his delegates are free to vote for whomever they’d like.

Persons: Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Harris, Biden, It’s, ”, they’ll, they’re Organizations: Democratic, DNC

☆ Kamala Harris' opening argument: Vote for me and I'll decimate Project 2025
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewShortly after President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, Harris made her opening pitch to the country, arguing that voting for her will allow her to decimate the controversial Project 2025. I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda. Although Harris said that she is determined to defeat former President Donald Trump and "his extreme Project 2025 agenda," Trump himself has called the project "ridiculous." Related storiesHe attempted to distance himself from it with a post on his Truth Social on July 5, saying: "I know nothing about Project 2025." "I disagree with some of the things they're saying and some of the things they're saying are absolutely ridiculous and abysmal," Trump wrote.

Persons: —, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Harris, Donald Trump, xpPDkCRhoZ — Kamala Harris, Trump, Steven Cheung, Kamala, Biden Organizations: Service, Democratic, Democratic Party —, Business, Heritage Foundation, Republican, Department of Education, FBI, Trump, Republican National Convention, GOP, Business Insider Locations: @KamalaHarris

☆ MAGA world is really mad that Trump is no longer running against Biden
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Trump and his supporters are slamming Joe Biden for quitting the race and endorsing Kamala Harris. Some members of MAGA world are bemoaning the millions of dollars spent running against Joe Biden. Biden's withdrawal also means Trump is now the oldest candidate in the presidential race. AdvertisementIn the wake of President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the Democratic Party's 2024 race, it sure looks like MAGA world will be very sad to see him go. Biden decided on Sunday to reject his party's presidential nomination, and endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris for the top ticket instead.

Persons: Trump, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, MAGA, Biden's, —, Joe Biden's, Biden, Donald Trump Organizations: Service, Democratic, Business

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