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☆ I've traveled to over 40 countries and have the best experiences when I don't make a detailed itinerary
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Melissa Noble | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

I've been to over 40 countries and have had the best experiences traveling without an itinerary. By not having a detailed plan for each day, I'm able to wander around freely and people-watch. AdvertisementI've been obsessed with travel since I was young, and so far, I've ticked off more than 40 countries on my bucket list. Although planning can save time and money, some of my best travel experiences have resulted from just winging it. However, I've found that some of my favorite travel memories were due to spontaneity.

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Harvey Weinstein’s attorneys have submitted a filing opposing a move by prosecutors to combine two sexual crimes cases against the disgraced film mogul. Manhattan prosecutors have sought to consolidate new charges with ones previously brought against Weinstein so that they could be tried in court together. But in a court document, a response to the prosecutors' motion to consolidate cases filed Oct. 2, the Oscar-winning producer’s lawyers accused the district attorney’s office of acting improperly and unfairly. Bragg’s office signaled that it would seek to link the two cases together ahead of Weinstein’s retrial. Samson says prosecutors say they won’t be ready in time and want to move the trial to January.

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☆ Nobuyo Oyama, voice of beloved ‘Doraemon,’ dies aged 90
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Jessie Yeung | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Tokyo CNN —Nobuyo Oyama, the voice of beloved Japanese anime “Doraemon” for a generation of children across Asia, has died at age 90, her agency confirmed on Friday. Oyama died on September 29 due to old age, according to the Actors 7 agency. Japanese voice actress Nobuyo Oyama during an interview in Tokyo on November 11, 1996. Hidetoshi Tanaka/The Yomiuri Shimbun/APOyama was born in Tokyo, according to Japan’s public broadcaster NHK. Another wrote: “Doraemon, I’ve loved you ever since I can remember, thanks to Nobuyo Oyama.”Others expressed grief that Oyama had died so shortly after the death in July of Noriko Ohara, the voice of Nobita.

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☆ I moved to NYC from Denmark. I may have left one of the 'happiest' countries in the world, but New York is more exciting.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Charissa Cheong | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Denmark is among the happiest countries in the world, but Davies said New York is more exciting. AdvertisementThis as-told-to essay is based on a transcribed conversation with Joanna Davies, 30, about moving from Denmark to New York. Denmark was a safe place to live with a lot of welfare support, but I've found a more exciting destination in New York. New York feels especially different from Denmark's strong welfare system. Denmark may be one of the 'happiest' places to live, but New York is more excitingDenmark is known as one of the happiest countries in the world.

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☆ Milwaukee’s Black voters expose cracks in Democratic foundation for Harris
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( John King | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

“How do you feel about Kamala Harris?” Johnson asks when a woman answers the door and steps out onto the porch. … She’s making a good image for herself and for the Democrats.”A year ago, Lang was blunt about Biden’s struggles in Milwaukee’s Black neighborhoods. “If I were a gambling man, I would probably put my money on Harris,” Jones told us in an interview at Confectionately Yours, a new Black-owned coffee shop and bakery on Milwaukee’s Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Milwaukee-based entrepreneur Eric Jones describes the change in "energy" and voter enthusiasm since Vice President Kamala Harris became the Democratic presidential nominee. Harris’ work as San Francisco district attorney and California attorney general might help woo suburban voters but, at a minimum, raises questions here.

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See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates would impact your monthly payments. 30-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering near 6.20%, according to Zillow data. 15-Year Mortgage Rates TodayAverage 15-year mortgage rates are in the mid 5% range, according to Zillow data. Average Refinance Mortgage Rates TodayRefinance rates are a bit higher today after dropping in September. Last month, 30-year refinance rates averaged 5.89%, while 15-year refinance rates were around 5.19%.

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Social Security recipients can expect a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase in their payments starting in 2025 amid cooling inflation. On Thursday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the 12-month consumer price index inflation rate hit 2.4% in September. The Social Security Administration calculates the annual COLA based on consumer price growth in the months of July, August and September. That, advocates say, is proof that seniors and other Social Security recipients are facing a declining standard of living. “Congress knows this problem is going on, but the gridlock can’t seem to solve anything, much less the third rail of politics that is Social Security,” said Shannon G. Benton, executive director of the Senior Citizens League, an advocacy group.

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Furthermore, it's the only credit card that allows me to gift airport lounge access to four people for free by adding them as authorized users on my credit card. I Earn 2% Back on Therapy with my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardI primarily use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card on transactions that don't earn bonus points on another card. Capital One Venture X Annual Fee and Other CostsThe Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card charges a $395 annual fee (rates and fees). Capital One Venture X Frequently Asked QuestionsIs the Capital One Venture X worth it? Yes, it's possible to get approved for the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card if you already have the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card open.

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That’s why I’ll continue updating this article throughout October Prime Day, which is halfway over — if you haven’t started shopping, what are you waiting for? SKIP AHEAD Best Prime Day deals | More Prime Day sales | Best sales at other retailers | How I found the best Prime Day deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Prime Day salesHere are the best Prime Day sales to know about. Best Prime Day home essentials salesBest Prime Day beauty and wellness salesBest Prime Day tech salesBest Prime Day grocery salesBest Prime Day home salesBest Prime Day kitchen salesBest Prime Day pet supplies dealsBest sales at other retailersHow I found the best Prime Day dealsAll of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I’m an associate updates editor for NBC Select who's covered deals and sales for five years.

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☆ 5 telltale signs of a fake luxury handbag, according to a vintage goods expert with 20 years of experience
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A vintage expert with 20 years of experience says there are five telltale signs of a fake designer bag. Jeremy MoellerConsidering if a luxury bag is legit could come down to the nitty-gritty — because you must look at the finishings. Does it feel cheap and light, or does the fabric feel luxurious, like someone took the time to construct this properly? Do the engravings on the hardware look flimsy and shoddily put together? If you're holding a Fendi baguette bag, does the fabric or leather feel luxurious?

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☆ Revisiting Marina Abramović’s ‘The Great Wall Walk’
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Stephy Chung | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

CNN —The Great Wall of China has inspired countless works of art in its more than 2,000-year history. Among the most famous is “The Great Wall Walk,” a dramatic 90-day performance that saw lovers Marina Abramović and Frank Uwe Laysiepen (the late German artist known as Ulay) trek towards each other from opposite ends of the landmark. Courtesy of the Marina Abramović ArchivesThe 77-year-old Serbian artist’s new show, “Marina Abramović: Transforming Energy,” features interactive artworks inspired by the Great Wall journey, as well as over 1,200 never-before-seen images taken along the way. Courtesy of the Marina Abramović ArchivesThree months after they set off, the pair’s paths finally crossed at Shenmu in Shaanxi province. According to Abramović, Ulay had stumbled upon an “unbelievable, meaningful” spot located between two temples and waited for her there.

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☆ Your employer may start covering weight-loss drugs soon
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Tami Luhby | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

A growing number of employers are considering covering the blockbuster weight-loss drugs, several surveys show. Roughly the same share say they are somewhat or very likely to begin covering these medications for weight loss within the next 12 months, according to KFF’s annual Employer Health Benefits Survey. But only 18% of firms in KFF’s survey, which includes those with 200 or more employees, cover GLP-1 drugs primarily for weight loss. Even employers that provide coverage for anti-obesity drugs often put up guardrails, such as requiring employees to receive prior authorization or to try other weight-loss methods first. Outpatient drug costs are expected to climb 11.4% next year, surpassing the 8% increase projected for medical plan costs, according to Segal’s most recent survey.

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☆ How to send satellite texts on newer iPhones if your cell service is knocked out during Hurricane Milton
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Hurricane Milton may disrupt power and cell service in Florida. iPhone 14 and later models with iOS 18 offer satellite messaging when cell service is unavailable. Here's how to make sure your iPhone is set up to send satellite messages if Hurricane Milton topples the connectivity in your area. You can also send satellite messages via SMS to mobile numbers that aren't iPhones, but you have to message them first before their messages reach you, according to Apple's website. Still, satellite messaging can allow families to connect and let each other know they're safe during Hurricane Milton.

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☆ NFL Week 5 takeaways: Are the Ravens Super Bowl favorites? Time to bench Deshaun Watson? Trouble in New York?
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +20 min

Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum celebrates after a play during a game against the New York Jets in London on Sunday, October 6. The Broncos beat the Las Vegas Raiders 34-18. Cooper Neill/Getty Images New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after his team's loss to the Minnesota Vikings in London on October 6. Christian Petersen/Getty Images Denver Broncos cornerback Tremon Smith celebrates as a field goal attempt by New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein misses in the fourth quarter in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on September 29. Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold throws the ball to tight end Johnny Mundt in Minneapolis on Sunday, September 22. The arrival of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets in 2023 was meant to be a game-changer for the hapless franchise.

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☆ I booked a Frontier flight to save money, but it backfired. I spent hundreds to switch airlines during my layover.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Eibhlis Gale-Coleman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I booked a Frontier flight from Miami to Salt Lake City with one stop in Denver. The first half of the trip was relatively smooth, but things went downhill fastMy Frontier flight kept getting delayed at Denver International Airport. Related storiesEventually, I started looking for other flightsBy now, it was 1 p.m., and I was staring at a board of gradually changing Frontier flights. I notified Frontier that I wouldn't be boarding the delayed flight and requested a refund. I understand all airlines experience delays, but I wouldn't fly Frontier again unless I had wiggle room in my itinerary.

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I combed through Amazon’s many deal pages — through thousands of discounted products — to find the best October Prime Day deals. SKIP AHEAD Best Prime Day deals | More Prime Day sales | Best sales at other retailers | How I picked the best deals | Why trust NBC Select? 4.6-star average rating from 7,532 reviews on AmazonThese are some of the best wireless earbuds I’ve tested. Best Prime Day salesHere are the best Prime Day sales to know about. Best sales at other retailersHow I found the best Prime Day dealsAll of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting.

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☆ The Best Smartwatch Deals for October Prime Day 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Henry St. Leger | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

I spent weeks combing through thousands of discounts to find the best October Prime Day smartwatch deals — each one I recommend below is highly rated, at least 20% off and at its lowest price in at least three months. SKIP AHEAD Best Prime Day smartwatch deals | How I picked the best smartwatch deals | Why trust NBC Select? 4.6-star average rating from 1,251 reviews on AmazonLowest price everYou can save on this high-end Garmin smartwatch during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. How I found the best Prime Day smartwatch dealsAll of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. To round up the best Prime Day sales on TVs, I found highly-rated products at their lowest price ever or their lowest price in three months.

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Many picks in my best mattress guide are on sale, including the top overall mattress, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid. The best Amazon Prime Day hybrid mattress dealsThe best hybrid mattresses combine foam and springs to provide support and breathability. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Birch What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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Below are the best Prime Big Deal Days discounts on clothing for finessing your look on a budget. Be sure to take stock of your other self-care needs with our guide to the best Prime Day beauty deals. The best Prime Day clothing dealsFrom enduring classics like Levi's denim to on-trend picks like leopard-printed skirts and trench coats, these are the best Prime Day clothing deals we've found. View at AmazonThe best Prime Day shoe and accessory dealsWe love Amazon for budget-friendly accessories that take an outfit to the next level. Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.

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Many of our best mattress guide picks are on sale, including the top overall mattress, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Walmart What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. In addition to our main guide, we have guides devoted to different sleeping styles (like the best mattress for side sleepers), mattress types (see our best foam mattress guide), and tighter budgets, including our best cheap mattress guide.

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☆ NFL Power Rankings Week 6: Commanders rising; checking in on fantasy flops
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Josh Kendall | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +23 min

None of the top five fantasy players coming into the season based on average draft position is in the top 48 in fantasy scoring. (The fantasy scoring numbers here are provided by TruMedia, and the average draft position statistics were compiled by Fantasy Pros.) Aaron Jones (15.7 fantasy ppg) has been a good pick but left early Sunday with a hip injury. The only bright spot for Las Vegas is rookie tight end Brock Bowers, who is 76th in fantasy scoring (13.3). Brian Thomas Jr. is 35th in fantasy scoring (16.2 ppg), which is second-best among rookie wide receivers behind only Malik Nabers.

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The best Amazon Prime Day dealsKeep checking in on our curated deals list below, as we'll be updating it throughout the event with our latest Prime Day picks. Tech and gaming Prime Day dealsThis will be one of the busiest sections of the October Prime Day sale, and some absolute bangers are live already. View at AmazonKitchen Prime Day dealsLooking for a Prime Day pick-me-up? View at AmazonStyle and beauty Prime Day dealsIt's not all high-end electronics on Prime Day. View at AmazonAmazon Prime Day FAQsWhen is Amazon Prime Day?

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☆ The Best Survival Kits and Emergency Supplies of 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Harry Rabinowitz | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +11 min

An emergency kit — sometimes called a survival kit — can help you be more prepared. Nearly half of Americans (48%) have already assembled some kind of emergency supplies, according to FEMA’s 2023 National Household Survey. SKIP AHEAD How I picked the best emergency kits and supplies | Top-rated emergency kits of 2024 | Top-rated emergency supplies of 2024 | Why trust NBC Select? Top-rated emergency kits of 2024These top-rated emergency kits have most of the supplies recommended from agencies like FEMA, the CDC and The American Red Cross. Persons: 1 | Time: 72 hours | Weight: UnlistedTop-rated emergency supplies of 2024You’ll probably want to supplement any pre-built survival kit with other tools and supplies.

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☆ Earnings season kicks off after a blowout jobs report upended investors' hopes of another interest-rate cut
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Tech: Amazon's Prime Day kicks off tomorrow, and there are some deals on surprising items . Amazon's Prime Day kicks off tomorrow, and there are some deals on . Getty Images; Jenny Chang-RodriguezWe've already got one indication companies are in good shape: Friday's blockbuster jobs report . But another blowout report — 250,000 jobs added and at least 4% wage growth — could lead the Fed to reconsider its easing policy. In addition to the usual Prime Day gadgets, like TVs and Airpods, Amazon is dishing out deals on tents, pocket knives, and chainsaws.

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☆ Adtech company PubMatic lays off staffers as it tightens focus on growth areas like connected-TV ads
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

PubMatic conducted a layoff last week as part of a plan to focus on growth areas. PubMatic said it plans to increase its overall head count by 15% despite recent challenges. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementPubMatic, the publicly listed adtech company, last week conducted a layoff as it looks to reorient its business toward growth areas like connected-TV advertising, according to four people familiar with the matter. "PubMatic is optimizing operations to focus on high-growth areas such as supply path optimization, CTV, and commerce media," the spokesperson said in a statement.

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