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☆ When the Pandemic Hit Home
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-12 | by ( Catherine Pearson | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +11 min

The World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a pandemic on March 11, 2020 — but we all have our own memories of when normal life stopped. ASIA EDWARDS, 39, BLOOMFIELD, N.J.Johnna Wallace While driving to work at the beginning of the pandemic, I couldn’t help but wonder: Was this how I was going to die? I am an emergency room nurse. Scott McGlasson My 55-year-old wife was dying from metastatic breast cancer when the pandemic hit. WENDY LAMPARELLI, 57, RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.Ellen Blossom Our home was hit by a tornado on March 3.

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☆ Opinion: Oscars highlights from our culture critics
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Cnn Opinion | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +18 min

CNN —Five CNN Opinion culture critics share their takeaways from the 96th Academy Awards. Gene Seymour: Hollywood’s next existential questionMost of the big, expensive movies walked away with Oscars Sunday night. Ryan Gosling performs the song "I'm Just Ken" from the movie "Barbie" during the Oscars on Sunday. Rita Moreno delivered a spicy ode to best supporting actress nominee America Ferrera, noting that her monologue from “Barbie” was one of the most memorable film moments. And the winners are... Robert Downey Jr. for best supporting actor in "Oppenheimer; Da'Vine Joy Randolph for best supporting actress in "The Holdovers"; Emma Stone for best actress in "Poor Things" and Cillian Murphy for best actor in "Oppenheimer."

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☆ I bought my first house in rural Scotland at 22. Housing is affordable in the countryside and I love it here.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Gouri Sharma | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

She bought a house in the Scottish countryside after graduating from university in Glasgow. AdvertisementThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Simran Kaur, a 22 year-old tax associate living in Kilmarnock, Scotland. Four years later, I've graduated, landed a good job at an internationally renowned firm and bought my first house here. So, I started looking into both my home and job options. AdvertisementI chose Kilmarnock because house prices are affordable, and it is easy to commute to work and reach my relatives.

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Today, Celeste reads a “Modern Love” essay about exactly that bond, a mother trying desperately to reach her child. Why do you think you’re so drawn to tiny things? If you’re going to make something in miniature, you have to spend a lot of time really looking at it. Because, OK, Betsey’s daughter spray paints, “Too many bushes, not enough trees,” and you’re going around putting, honestly, beautiful lines of T.S. So there is something about that language that even if you think you’re rational, it’s getting to you somehow.

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CNN —That a crowd of thousands gathered for the funeral of Kelvin Kiptum was testament to the marathon world record holder’s staggering impact on his sport. “You ask yourself so many questions as to why, but sometimes it’s hard to get answers,” double Olympic gold medalist David Rudisha tells CNN about his compatriot’s untimely death. “The last few weeks have been a really sad moment for Kenyans,” says Rudisha, himself a world record holder over 800 meters. “Kelvin was very special, coming up and running just three marathons, all of them under two hours, two minutes. “Everybody feels good to watch a world record,” he says.

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☆ We've traveled to 91 countries and found 3 hidden gems for seasoned travelers
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

After visiting all 50 states and 51 national parks, they've traveled to over 91 countries. Hidden gems in Denmark, Latvia, and Greece were their favorite destinations in the world. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Faroe Islands, DenmarkFaroe Islands, Denmark. Faroe Islands, Denmark.

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☆ ‘Shogun’ Episode 3 Recap: The Not-So-Great Escape
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Sean T. Collins | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

After a daring escape, Lord Toranaga and his newfound English associate John Blackthorne are free from captivity. How does Lord Toranaga choose to celebrate? With a diving lesson from the Anjin, the barbarian, John Blackthorne. Toranaga names Blackthorne hatamoto, an honorific indicating high status earned through his courage in effecting Toranaga’s escape. If this lord, who has very obviously taken a shine to him, wants to learn to dive, then John Blackthorne will see it done.

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☆ Gary Goldsmith, uncle of Catherine, Princess of Wales, joins ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ house
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Jack Guy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Gary Goldsmith, an uncle of Catherine, Princess of Wales, has joined the “Celebrity Big Brother” house alongside contestants including Sharon Osbourne and Marisha Wallace, for a new series starting in the United Kingdom this week. In an introductory video, Goldsmith described himself as “uncle to the future Queen of our country, Catherine Middleton, the current Princess of Wales.”Goldsmith is the brother of Catherine’s mother, Carole Middleton. Goldsmith said his niece was “simply perfect” and described how the first time he met William, Prince of Wales, the royal offered him a cup of tea. Goldsmith pictured entering the Celebrity Big Brother house. Why is Gary Goldsmith in the house?” reads one post on X.

Persons: Gary Goldsmith, Catherine , Princess of Wales, ”, Sharon Osbourne, Marisha Wallace, Goldsmith, Catherine Middleton, Wales, ” Goldsmith, Catherine’s, Carole Middleton, “, William, Prince of Wales, I’ve, James Veysey, Anita Singh, Osbourne, Louis Walsh, Nikita Kuzmin, Su Cülcüloğlu Organizations: CNN, UK’s, Media, . Media, Daily Telegraph, ITV, ITV1 Locations: United Kingdom

☆ A complete timeline of Tom Holland and Zendaya's relationship
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +53 min

AdvertisementNovember 2016: Holland and Zendaya appear in their first-ever joint cover, for The Hollywood ReporterZendaya and Tom Holland in June 2017. March 2021: Holland describes Zendaya as 'very sensible and humble'Zendaya and Tom Holland in June 2017. November 17, 2021: Holland and Zendaya comment on their relationship going publicZendaya and Tom Holland in "Spider-Man: No Way Home." February 18, 2022: Tom Holland denies reports that he bought a new house in London with ZendayaTom Holland in February 2022. I visited a lot while they were shooting it and I really, really enjoyed it.

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☆ I bought a house with my ex 14 years after we broke up. We're saving so much money, and I'm happier.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Jordan Pandy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

My rental in Palm Beach County, Florida, increased dramatically from 2021 to 2023, and it almost became unaffordable for one person. I pay less for my share of the house and have more spaceJohn fell sometime in 2022, and he lived in Daytona Beach, Florida. I began looking in Palm Beach County, and I couldn't touch anything. We also looked in Ormond Beach, Florida, but unfortunately, that didn't work — prices were too high. We looked in Melbourne, Florida, we looked in Palm Bay, we looked in Vero Beach.

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☆ When my oldest sister died suddenly, I moved to Houston to help out with my mom's care. I'm glad for this time with her.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Sheryl Nance-Nash | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

When my oldest sister died unexpectedly, my other sisters and I had to rethink my mom's care. I moved to Houston, too, to be closer to Mom and help take care of her. When my oldest sister died unexpectedly and tragically in 2020, the world turned upside down, including the plan for who would take care of our mom. My youngest sister Lorie was still in California, but lived a two-hour drive each way from our mom. My other two sisters and I had a decision to makeMe, Lorie, and our middle sister, Kai, who lives in Houston, did a Zoom and discussed what to do next.

Persons: —, Sharon, Lorie, Kai, that's, Houston, I've Organizations: Service, sis Locations: Houston, California, New York, Jamaica, Stanislaus County, Kai, Texas, United States

☆ Rumors Swirl Amid Concern Over a Princess
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Steven Kurutz | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

On Christmas Day, Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended service at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, England, wearing head-to-toe royal blue. She walked to church with her husband, Prince William, and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, much like she had in years past. Greeting the gathered crowds and the cameras, “She looked lovely for the occasion,” said Town & Country. The princess has not been seen in public since. Two of the most senior members of Britain’s royal family were now facing health trials.

Persons: Catherine , Princess of Wales, Mary Magdalene Church, Prince William, Prince George , Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, ”, Catherine, Kate Middleton, King Charles III Organizations: Kensington Palace, London Clinic Locations: St, Sandringham , Norfolk, England, Kensington

☆ My wife and I are raising 2 kids in Japan. Our marriage is not recognized here — but it still feels easier than back home.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Carey Finn | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

When my kids are old enough, my wife and I plan to get them into judo gear. AdvertisementHaving kids in Japan, as a same-sex couple, has been hard. We started talking seriously about building a family early on, given that we were both already in our mid-30s and worried that waiting would diminish our chances of success. AdvertisementDespite the acceptance of our medical team, however, the Japanese birth certificates that we received list each of us as a single mom. For now, we're comfortably settledHer partner Ali and two kids playing in the fall leaves in Japan.

Persons: —, Ali, Finn, Carey Finn, we're, we'll, we've Organizations: Service, Japan Exchange, Teaching, JET, boro Locations: Japan, Cape Town , South Africa, Canada, Tokyo, South Africa

☆ Unilever and Dell have shut down some sustainability marketing initiatives as big corporations embrace 'green hushing'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Late last month, computing giant Dell cut part of its marketing team that focused on sustainability and other ESG-related marketing roles, Business Insider has learned. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. AdvertisementThis is feeding into a growing trend of "green hushing," where companies stop publicizing their sustainability efforts due to concerns around regulatory scrutiny or a consumer backlash, experts say. Other sustainability agencies have been absorbed into wider offerings, R3 EVP of delivery Sarah Tan told Business Insider. Leo Rayman, head of the sustainability consultancy and venture studio Eden Lab, said that the green hushing phenomenon could suggest a sign of maturity in the space.

Persons: we're, Hein Schumacher, hushing, Pimco, , Harriet Kingaby, Sarah Tan, Kingaby, Bud, Bud Light, influencer Dylan Mulvaney, Guy Parker, — that'll, Parker, Leo Rayman, Rayman, Townsend Organizations: Dell, Business, Unilever, JPMorgan, State, ACT Climate Labs, Media, Advertising Network, Brands, Green Guides, Standards Authority, ASA, BMW, Shell, Etihad Airways, Competition, Markets Authority, Eden, Sustainability

☆ There's a hidden farm-to-table dining experience on Oahu, and as a local, I'm tempted to keep it a secret
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Sarah Etinas | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I was born and raised in Oahu, and Kahuku Farms offers a unique farm-to-table experience. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Beyond the golden shores of Waikiki Beach and the bustling shops of Kalakaua Avenue that visitors usually flock to, there's so much more to add to the agenda — including a visit to Kahuku Farms. Located on the North Shore of Oahu, Kahuku Farms is a four-generation working farm with a lovely farm-to-table café. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: —, I've, Kalakaua Organizations: Kahuku, Service, Business Locations: Oahu, Waikiki Beach, Kahuku, Shore

☆ 11 things you should skip at your reception, according to wedding experts
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Sophia Mitrokostas | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Business Insider asked wedding professionals what reception trends and traditions couples can skip to save money and stress. A giant wedding cake isn't necessary or cost-effectiveSheet cakes are more cost effective for a big reception. Stakhov Yuriy/Shutterstock"A huge cake isn't necessary, especially since the high price of a large, elaborate wedding cake often catches couples by surprise," Nickel said. AdvertisementYou shouldn't serve more than three courses at the receptionEven if you and your partner are foodies, a wedding reception isn't the best time for a seven-course dining experience. Dance-floor props can look out of place next to carefully chosen decorThe wedding photographer Amy Kolodziej said that dance-floor props can detract from the elegance of a wedding reception.

Persons: —, Artem Lomaz, Champagne, Brent Lewin, Lindsey Nickel, Lomaz, Nickel, Stakhov Yuriy, Shutterstock, Keith Willard, Willard, Amy Kolodziej, Kolodziej Organizations: Service, Business, Getty, Australian Turf

☆ China, Xi Jinping Plan to Crush Elon Musk, Tesla, and the US EV Industry
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Linette Lopez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

If China EV Inc. were allowed to enter the US today or next year, the legacies would be gutted." The year Musk tittered at the idea of Chinese EVs overtaking Tesla, the country produced only 5,000 electric cars. It has more trade barrier protection from a China Auto Inc. onslaught, but it may not work forever. AdvertisementWe want to maintain an auto industry in the US — that's essential for jobs, national security, and for other sectors of the economy. Sure, Chinese EV makers are lean and mean, but they've never had to deal with international markets before.

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☆ Sterling K. Brown’s admiration for Halle Bailey’s ‘Little Mermaid’ performance brought her to tears
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Megan Thomas | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Halle Bailey and Sterling K. Brown could start a fan club for one another. Brown, his wife Ryan Michelle Bathe and Bailey shared an endearing moment on the red carpet at Saturday’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, where “The Little Mermaid” star was overcome with admiration upon seeing the couple. Your soul is beautiful, your talent was radiant.”The way Sterling K. Brown and his wife, Ryan Michelle Bathe, praise Halle Bailey mid-interview is everything. You brought you and then you brought us in bringing you.”“It was unspeakable joy for me,” Bathe added. She was nominated for with the cast of “The Color Purple” for best ensemble performance in a film.

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☆ Pamela Salem, Miss Moneypenny in Bond movie ‘Never Say Never Again,’ dead at 80
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

London CNN —British actress Pamela Salem, who starred alongside Sean Connery as Miss Moneypenny in the 1983 James Bond film “Never Say Never Again,” has died at age 80, production company Big Finish announced Friday. Pamela Salem (left) with "Never Say Never Again" costars Sean Connery and Barbara Carrera in 1983. Mirrorpix/Getty ImagesBig Finish producer David Richardson led tributes to “lovely” Salem, recalling: “Whenever there was a Big Finish recording for her, she’d fly in from Miami on her own steam, without fuss or fanfare, and appear at the studio armed with the warmest smiles, the biggest hugs and often presents. “She was a very gentle person – always interested in everyone, from her co-stars to the production team to the guest actors and visitors. Pamela had an extraordinary career and carried it lightly.”

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☆ Ewen MacIntosh, star of British comedy ‘The Office,’ dead at 50
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Jack Guy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

London CNN —British actor Ewen MacIntosh, best known for his role in BBC comedy series “The Office,” has died at the age of 50, his representatives confirmed. “It is with a heavy heart I can confirm the very sad news of our client Ewen’s passing. Ewen was a wonderful actor and an even better human being. The very funny and very lovely Ewen Macintosh, known to many as ‘Big Keith’ from The Office, has passed away. RIP,” wrote Merchant in a post on X.

Persons: Ewen MacIntosh, ”, Ewen, Ian West, “ Ewen, MacIntosh, “ Big Keith, Ricky Gervais, “, Keith ’, Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Merchant Organizations: London CNN, Management, CNN, MacIntosh Locations: British

☆ Funeral directors face backlash after sending older people at a care home Valentine's cards, says report
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-18 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Older residents at a UK care home received Valentine's Day cards from a firm of funeral directors. Sanders & Sons Funeral Directors, a funeral firm located in Staines, a market town near the care home. Approximately 40 cards were delivered to the care home by the funeral directors, the BBC reported. T. H. Sanders is part of the Dignity Funeral Directors group, which told the Sun they "deeply regret any unintended distress." "Residents were thrilled to receive the Valentine's Day cards, and they all had a lovely day celebrating," they said.

Persons: —, Sanders, Whitegates Organizations: Service, Sun, Whitegates Care, Sons, BBC, T.H, Business Locations: Whitegates, Surrey, Staines

☆ BAFTA Award winners list
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-18 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | Thomas Page | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

The Christopher Nolan-directed award season favorite led the nominees with 13 nods this year and won seven awards, including director, lead actor and the coveted best film award. “Poor Things” was the other stand-out winner of the ceremony with five wins, including Emma Stone’s award for lead actress. “The Holdovers” star Da’Vine Joy Randolph continues to dominate the supporting actress category through this award season cycle. Thanking her co-star Paul Giamatti while accepting her BAFTA, Randolph said, “Gosh, I cry every time I say your name. See below for a full list of BAFTA nominees and winners.

Persons: CNN — “ Oppenheimer ”, Christopher Nolan, Nolan, ”, Emma Stone’s, “, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Paul Giamatti, Randolph, “ Gosh, Jonathan Glazer, Barbie, Maestro ”, Martin Scorsese, Tom Cruise, Michael J, Fox, Prince William, Catherine , Princess of Wales, King Charles ., “ Oppenheimer ”, Napoleon ” “, Wonka, Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer, Melinda Sue Gordon, Andrew Haigh, Justine Triet, Alexander Payne, ” Bradley Cooper, “ Maestro ” Christopher Nolan, Cord Jefferson, ” –, “ Oppenheimer, Tony McNamara, Arthur Harari, Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach, “ Barbie ” David Hemingson, Josh Singer, “ Maestro ” Celine Song, Barry Keoghan, Saltburn ” Bradley Cooper, “ Maestro ” Cillian Murphy, “ Oppenheimer ” –, Colman Domingo, “ Rustin ” Paul Giamatti, ” Teo Yoo, Emma Stone, Carey Mulligan, “ Maestro ” Emma Stone, Fantasia Barrino, Margot Robbie, “ Barbie ” Sandra Hüller, Vivian Oparah, Dominic Sessa, Jacob Elordi, Saltburn, Paul Mescal, Robert De Niro, Robert Downey Jr, Ryan Gosling, “ Barbie, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Claire Foy, Danielle Brooks, Emily Blunt, Rosamund Pike, Sandra Hüller, Robbie Robertson, Ludwig Göransson, Jerskin Fendrix, ” Anthony Willis, “ Saltburn ” Daniel Pemberton, Jacqueline Durran, “ Barbie ” Jacqueline West, Dave Crossman, Janty Yates, “ Napoleon ” Ellen Mirojnick, Holly Waddington, Sarah Greenwood, Katie Spencer, Jack Fisk, Adam Willis, Ruth De Jong, Claire Kaufman, Shona Heath, James Price, Zsuzsa, Chris Oddy, Joanna Maria Kuś, Katarzyna Sikora, Jonathan Bullock, Charmaine Chan, Ian Comley, Jay Cooper, Theo Bialek, Stephane Ceretti, Alexis Wajsbrot, Guy Williams, Neil Corbould, Simone Coco, Jeff Sutherland, Alex Wuttke, Henry Badgett, Charley Henley, Ewen Martin, “ Napoleon, Tim, Simon Hughes, Dean Koonjul, Jane Paton, Hair Kay Georgiou, Thomas Nellen, Sian Grigg, Kay Georgiou, Kazu Hiro, Lori McCoy, Bell, “ Maestro ” Jana Carboni, Francesco Pegoretti, Satinder Chumber, Julia Vernon, “ Napoleon ” Luisa Abel, Jaime Leigh McIntosh, Jason Hamer, Ahou, Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier, Josh Weston, Laurent Sénéchal, Thelma Schoonmaker, Jennifer Lame, Yorgos Mavropsaridis, ” Paul Watts, Rodrigo Prieto, Matthew Libatique, Maestro ” Hoyte van, Robbie Ryan, Kahleen Crawford, Susan Shopmaker, Isabella Odoffin, Ellen Lewis, Rene Haynes, Angelo Bonanni, Tony Lamberti, Andy Nelson, Lee Orloff, Bernard Weiser, “ Ferrari ” Richard King, Steve Morrow, Tom Ozanich, Jason Ruder, Dean Zupancic, Maestro ” Chris Burdon, James H, Mather, Chris Munro, Mark Taylor, Willie Burton, Richard King, Kevin O’Connell, Gary A, Rizzo, Johnnie Burn, ” “ Gorka, Phoebe Dynevor Ayo, Jacob Elordi Mia Mckenna, Bruce –, Sophie Wilde Organizations: CNN, Royal Festival Hall, Universal, BAFTA, Screen, Netflix, BBC, “ Society, Fox, Universal Pictures, Searchlight, “ Guardians, “ Locations: London, England, British, “

☆ Joey King says Gypsy Rose Blanchard told her she has 'no ill will' toward her after previously criticizing the 'The Act'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-17 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Gypsy Rose Blanchard-Anderson (née Blanchard) has no "ill will" toward Joey King, who portrayed her in the 2019 Hulu series "The Act," which adapted Blanchard-Anderson's life and the events leading up to the murder of her mother. AdvertisementJoey King earned an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Gypsy Rose Blanchard-Anderson in Hulu's 2019 drama "The Act." Gypsy Rose Blanchard-Anderson previously said the release of the series negatively affected her life in prison. However, Blanchard-Anderson wrote in "Released" that she wasn't asked for her consent to make the series and that she "didn't have any participation in it."

Persons: —, Rose Blanchard, Anderson, née Blanchard, Joey King, Blanchard, That's, King, Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Claudine, Dee Dee, Nicholas Godejohn, Hulu wasn't, Raymond Hall, Michelle Dean, Nick Antosca, wasn't Organizations: Service, Variety, Chillicothe Correctional Center, Hulu, HBO Locations: Hulu's, Hulu, Chillicothe, Missouri

☆ Linda Hamilton says working on 'Resident Alien' with Alan Tudyk is like 'going to comedy camp'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-16 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read preview"The Terminator" actor Linda Hamilton says she's humbled to work with Alan Tudyk and the rest of the cast on "Resident Alien." Speaking to Business Insider before "Resident Alien" season three premiered on Wednesday, Hamilton said that Harry's idiosyncratic nature will make their partnership difficult. Linda Hamilton as General Eleanor McCallister and Alan Tudyk as Harry Vanderspeigle in "Resident Alien." The ladies, Alan Tudyk, Corey Reynolds, they're all fantastic." But she was immediately charmed by the "Resident Alien" script from creator Chris Sheridan.

Persons: —, Linda Hamilton, she's, Alan Tudyk, Harry Vanderspeigle, Hamilton, Eleanor McCallister, Harry, that's, I'm, it's, Corey Reynolds, Sarah Connor, Chris Sheridan Organizations: Service, SYFY, Business, Netflix Locations: Patience , Colorado

☆ Your next Tesla could be made by China
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Aaron Mok | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Elon Musk invited the suppliers to Mexico as part of plans for cheaper Teslas, Bloomberg reported. That move could be stoking concerns among US officials and EV makers over China's influence. China has a "highly organized, highly efficient supply chain," Venkatesh Prasad, chief innovation officer at the Center for Automotive Research, told Bloomberg. AdvertisementTesla, which also makes cars in the US, and other US-based EV makers may also be feeling the heat from competitors. Mary Lovely, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, told Bloomberg.

Persons: Elon Musk, —, Tesla's, Venkatesh Prasad, Tesla, stoke, Katherine Tai, Tai, Biden, EVs, China's, Tesla's Musk, Mary Lovely Organizations: Bloomberg, Service, Center for Automotive Research, Business, Trump, Chinese Communist Party, US Trade Rep, Nikkei, EV, Peterson Institute for International Economics Locations: Mexico, Monterrey, Shanghai, Mexican, Nuevo Leon, Austin, China, Beijing, Washington, DC, United States

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