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☆ Venice limits tour groups to 25 and bans megaphones in fightback against overtourism
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-01 | by ( Barbie Natza Ladeau | Jack Guy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Rome CNN —It’s about to get just a little bit quieter in Venice –- at least that’s the hope of the city council, which has banned tour guides from using megaphones and limited the groups to 25 people. Exceptions to the changes, which came into force Thursday, include children under 2 years of age, and visiting students and educational trips. Tourists and guides who break the 25-person limit or use loudspeakers will face fines of approximately $50-$100. However, the city has said it will double the charge when it reinstates it, probably later this year. Officials on the Greek island of Santorini are considering limiting the number of cruise ships that can dock off its shores.

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☆ Podcast: Samsung bets on the Galaxy Ring and AI as its next big thing
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +42 min

Along with its S24 series of smartphones, foldable devices, smartwatches and now the Galaxy Ring, Samsung is hoping to lock users into its world of products held together with its suite of artificial intelligence features, known as Galaxy AI. Arjun KharpalOne of the things Samsung said was look, the ring is one product, but we've got the watch, we've got the smartphone. I think that's the right approach for Samsung, I don't think they have unrealistic expectations for volumes on this. And you'd feel like if there was some sort of Apple ring, it would do pretty good volumes. Do you think Samsung is seriously looking at ways to monetize this via subscriptions or other kinds of service business model?

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☆ Chinese EV makers are outpacing Tesla in one key area
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewTesla is fighting to keep its EV crown, and Chinese automakers are already challenging Elon Musk's company in one crucial area: Innovation. The Washington DC-based think tank found that Chinese EV companies are 30% faster when it comes to developing and releasing new car models than automakers in other regions, including Tesla. AdvertisementAdditionally, Chinese electric-car companies like BYD are pumping out more new EVs than US automakers, including Tesla, ITIF said. The Think Tank warned US carmakers would need to "double down on genuine technological innovation" if they wanted to continue to compete with Chinese companies. Musk's company has been facing mounting pressure from EV companies in China, including BYD, which has been vying with Tesla for the title of top EV seller .

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☆ Dad of 12-year-old high school graduate shares his No. 1 piece of parenting advice: It 'can change their life'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-31 | by ( Tom Huddleston Jr. | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Bari is the father of Suborno Bari, a 12-year-old from Lynbrook, New York, who graduated from high school in June. Suborno Bari graduated from Malverne High School on Long Island in July at just 12 years old. Source: Bari familyInstead, Bari took Suborno with him to college classes and introduced his young son to his professors. Parents showing interest boosts kids' self-esteemMost children don't memorize the period table at such a young age. Suborno Bari, 12, celebrating his graduation with his father, Rashidul.

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☆ I've been to 20 Caribbean islands. Here are 5 things you must do when you visit the region — and 2 you can skip.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

After visiting over 20 Caribbean islands, I know which activities are worth checking out. However, I'd skip visiting Rihanna's childhood home in Barbados. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . I've been to over 20 Caribbean islands, and I keep going back because of the friendly locals and the area's range of activities like hiking, snorkeling, and cliff diving. If you're considering a trip to the Caribbean, here are five "must-do" activities when you visit the region and two things you can skip.

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☆ Boeing and Airbus go head-to-head at a giant industry airshow every 2 years. This time, neither won.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Pete Syme | Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThe usual orders battle between Airbus and Boeing played second fiddle to supply-chain issues at last week's Farnborough Airshow. AdvertisementLast month, Airbus reduced its delivery targets, citing supply chain issues, which saw its stock drop as much as 11%. The day before the show, Guillaume Faury, the Airbus CEO, told the media the planemaker was having "important discussions" with some key suppliers as it was facing "a bit of an unexpected challenge." Frustrations with the supply chain were evident among airline bosses speaking at a summit on the first day of the airshow. AdvertisementWith gray skies for much of the week, the weather seemed to reflect the downturn for Airbus and Boeing.

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☆ Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum review: A powerful stick vac with value that exceeds its budget-friendly price
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Pauline Lacsamana | Jaclyn Turner | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +16 min

Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Stick Vacuum Levoit's cordless stick vacuum offers great performance for the price. AdvertisementOur review of the Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless VacuumThe Levoit LVAC-200 is lightweight and easy to use, plus it can stand on its own, without a dock. This rings true for the Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum. The LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum is compact but packs a major punch with performance almost on par with the high-end vacuums I've tried. Some purchase-worthy alternatives are our best overall and budget-friendly picks, the Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum and Hoover OnePWR Evolve Pet Elite Cordless Vacuum, respectively.

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☆ I didn't start saving for retirement until my mid-30s and even that was too late. I probably won't ever be able to retire.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Chris Boutté | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Not only is it unlikely I'll ever be able to afford a house, but I most likely won't have enough money to retire. Neither of my parents taught me about personal finance, so saving for retirement wasn't on my radar. Had I started investing when I was 20 years old in 2005, I would have seen the S&P 500 grow my investments by 371%. Between my Roth and 401(k), I'm putting $640 toward my retirement each month. He knows that as soon as he starts working, it needs to be a priority to start saving for retirement.

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Best Pet Insurance for Senior Dogs of 2024Compare Senior Dog Pet InsuranceFinding pet insurance for a senior dog can be difficult, as many companies won't insure pets with pre-existing conditions and limit the age of the enrolled pet. Best Senior Dog Insurance for Wide-Ranging CoveragePumpkin Pet Insurance sounds more like a pet treat than an insurance company. Choosing the Right Insurance for Your Senior DogShopping for pet insurance for a senior dog brings some additional considerations compared to finding pet insurance for a puppy. Best Senior Dog Insurance FAQsDoes pet insurance cover senior dogs? Why You Should Trust Us: How We Reviewed Pet Insurance for Senior DogsTo choose the best pet insurance for senior dogs, we compared more than 14 pet insurance companies and followed our rating methodology.

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☆ America's demand for skilled electricians is entering a boom cycle
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-27 | by ( Bob Woods | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

Every year, nearly 10,000 electricians either retire or change careers, but only about 7,000 new ones enter the field. "We're benefitting from a generation that's looking past high school and is not seeing a career going through the traditional four-year college pathway. Contributing to that shift are high school guidance counselors like Steve Schneider, who has advised students for 28 years, currently at Sheboygan South High School in Wisconsin. It offers high school students hands-on training alongside workers from local companies, introducing them to skilled trades and other occupations, which can lead to an apprenticeship after graduation. Among LATTC's 12,000 students, 4,600 are currently enrolled in electrician training, he said, adding that tuition is around $1,000 a year.

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☆ Italy’s famous ‘Path of Love’ reopens after more than 12 years
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Sharon Braithwaite | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

The 900-meter (2,950-foot) panoramic route overlooking the sea is located in the Municipality of Riomaggiore. The overall investment was almost €24 million (about $26 million) split among several ministries in Italy. The "Path of Love" runs from here to Manarola. Marco Bertorello/AFP/Getty ImagesThe path will be managed by the Municipality of Riomaggiore as an open-air museum. On Friday evening the “Path of Love” was officially inaugurated by government officials and local authorities.

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☆ My boyfriend and I met while standing in line for 8 hours. We've been going strong for over 2 years.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. We were saddened by the news on September 8, 2022, that Queen Elizabeth II had died at 96. My mom and Aunt Louise decided to go and pay their respects, along with tens of thousands of others who adored the queen. You had to stand in line in one queue to get a wristband to join another one. Aiden wrote to King Charles III to tell him how we metI got home a few hours later, slept two hours, and went to work.

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☆ AI turned Big Tech stocks around. But a huge sell-off shows investors are wary of the insane spending.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Big Tech appears to be tipping into troubled territory again. Read previewIn 2022, US tech companies grappled with falling demand after aggressive expansions during the pandemic, prompting a rout in tech stocks. This concentration makes the effect of any major decline in Big Tech stocks even more pronounced. All eyes on the rest of Big TechOther Big Tech companies, including Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Meta, report quarterly earnings next week. As for Big Tech, it appears to be a case of being safe rather than being sorry — because they can afford to.

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☆ Final Trades: Lockheed Martin, TE Connectivity, U.S. 2 Year Treasuries and the XLU
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFinal Trades: Lockheed Martin, TE Connectivity, U.S. 2 Year Treasuries and the XLUThe Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.

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☆ Chad Le Clos aims for second Olympic gold, aged 32
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Daniel Renjifo | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

Chad Le Clos: I’ve just turned 32, so obviously it’s a little bit of a different stage in my life. What it means for everyone in my, let’s say, Chad Le Clos bubble. Chad Le Clos (left) and Michael Phelps (right) show off their medals at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Chad Le Clos after competing in a semi-final of the men's 100m butterfly, at the 2024 World Aquatics Championships in Doha, February 16, 2024. Le Clos: I’m pretty confident I’ll be in LA, respectfully.

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☆ The long tale of the yacht linked to a Russian oligarch and abandoned in the Caribbean for more than 2 years finally draws to a close
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Lian Kit Wee | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

An undisclosed buyer picked up the Alfa Nero for $40 million last week. The sale ended an ownership tug-of-war, which included ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAn undisclosed buyer has finally stepped up to the helm of the Alfa Nero superyacht, ending a two-year-long saga, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. That buyer agreed last week to pay $40 million, a huge discount to the $67.6 million that former Google CEO Eric Schmidt bid last year, a deal he eventually abandoned.

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☆ Why aren't there breakout YouTube stars like there used to be? A chat with 2 YouTube execs
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Amanda Perelli | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewIf you consider yourself very online, you'd likely be able to name the early wave of top YouTube creators, from Lilly Singh and PewDiePie to Zoella and Tyler Oakley. AdvertisementDuring the early days of YouTube, there were only a handful of channels to watch with creators consistently making quality content. But now, the number of YouTube creators uploading content and making money from the platform has grown tremendously. Still, Allocca said he's noticed there are more successful creators than there used to be but fewer huge stars. AdvertisementSo, while there may be more opportunities for YouTube creators now, it may be a while before we see another rising star who can amass the broad appeal of someone like MrBeast.

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☆ Caroline Marks, U.S. prodigy, has reached surfing’s peak — is Olympic gold next?
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Lukas Weese | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +7 min

Marks describes it as “painting a picture.”“When you’re on the wave, you’re very free,” Marks said. Marks is on the U.S. Olympic surfing team for the 2024 Paris Games. This earned Marks a spot on the inaugural U.S. Olympic surfing team in Tokyo. She arrives in Tahiti 10 days before the Olympic surfing competition begins. (Top illustration: Dan Goldfarb / The Athletic; photos: Ed Sloane, Thiago Diz / World Surf League via Getty Images)

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☆ It’s becoming harder to get — and keep — a car
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Alicia Wallace | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Cook did the math, made a pros and cons list, and bought a new car. Courtesy Greg CookHis car — the monthly payment, the fast-rising insurance, fuel and maintenance costs — takes up a 30% share of his monthly budget. And buying a car is no cakewalk either: Credit is increasingly harder to come by and rejection rates are spiking. Instead, consumers have been presented with a higher bar, including requirements for a heftier down payment and a higher credit score, he said. More restrictive lending typically equates to approval rates going down and rejection rates rising.

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☆ I burned out trying to be an overachieving parent. I learned it's OK to ask for help.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Amanda Miller Littlejohn | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Then, I'd put them down for their afternoon nap, during which I'd work on projects for my consulting clients. I saw my overachieving as a way to set them up for future success in a hyper-competitive world. I learned it's OK to ask other parents for helpMy girl-mom network has shared hand-me-down winter coats, barely-worn Easter dresses, and pediatric specialist recommendations. But I've learned relying on my network to hook me up doesn't make me lazy, unserious, or checked out as a parent. AdvertisementThe author learned it's OK to ask for recommendations from friends and other parents while parenting her daughter.

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☆ Open Championship analysis: 10 things to know about Xander Schauffele’s win
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-21 | by ( Justin Ray | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +8 min

Here are the top numbers and notes to know from the final round of the 152nd Open Championship. For the second time this season, Schauffele shot a final round 65 to win a major. Schauffele is the first player to win the PGA and Open in the same season since Rory McIlroy did it 10 years ago. With the 2024 major schedule completed, this is the first time American players have swept a major season (in a year when all four were contested) since 1982. Of the last six players to win multiple majors in the same season, four won another major within the next two years.

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☆ NASA’s Curiosity rover makes its ‘most unexpected’ find on Mars
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-20 | by ( Ashley Strickland | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

CNN —The Curiosity rover has made its most unusual find to date on Mars: rocks made of pure sulfur. “I think it’s the strangest find of the whole mission and the most unexpected,” said Ashwin Vasavada, Curiosity project scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. Previously, while exploring Mars, NASA’s Spirit rover broke one of its wheels and had to drag it along while using the other five to drive backward. And Vasavada says it’s what inspired the team to “look behind” the Curiosity rover — otherwise they wouldn’t have seen the crushed sulfur. To determine what process formed the sulfur rocks, the team considered nearby bedrock instead.

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☆ Iran Pays You to Become Trans, but It Comes at a Cost — Your Dignity
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-20 | by ( Joshua Nelken-Zitser | Additional Reporting Ida Reihani | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

In 2007, The Guardian reported that Iran ranked second only to Thailand in the number of gender-affirming surgeries performed. Related stories"They told me I had two options," she told BI. Molkara, who died in 2012, was instrumental in securing the fatwa that legalized gender-affirming surgeries in Iran. Related stories"The questions were so graphic that my mom, at some point, left the room," she told BI. Homosexuality as a sinJavad Sadidi, a Mashhad surgeon who specializes in gender-affirming surgeries, told BI that the process takes a minimum of two years.

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Here are the best retirement plans, calculators, investment strategies, and tips you can use to ensure your retirement savings plan is on track. Understanding retirement needsAssessing your retirement needsUnfortunately, there's no general number to aim for when saving toward retirement. Financial experts recommend delaying Social Security until you reach full retirement age (age 70). This rule states that retirees can withdraw up to 4% of their retirement savings in year one of retirement. The 4% rule in retirement planning suggests withdrawing 4% of your retirement savings each year to prevent you from prematurely running out of money for at least 30 years.

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☆ These 10 U.S. states have America’s worst economies in 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Scott Cohn | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

That is why CNBC looks at state economies in ranking America's Top States for Business. We consider economic growth and job growth. We measure the breadth of each state's economy by looking at how many major corporations are headquartered there. Some states are at the top of their economic game — home to America's 10 best state economies. JB Pritzker, and all the major rating agencies have the state in their "A" categories for the first time in years.

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