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☆ Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ rapper, dies at 59
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-29 | by ( Diana Dasrath | Phil Helsel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Rapper Coolio, known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage" and "Gangsta's Paradise," has died at age 59, his manager confirmed Wednesday evening. Coolio, whose real name was Artis Leon Ivey Jr., had a music career that spanned more than three decades. Coolio won a Grammy for "Gangsta's Paradise," which was released in 1995 and spent three weeks at the top of Billboard's Hot 100 list. Coolio was also known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage," "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" and "C U When U Get There," among others. He was nominated for five other Grammys, including for "Fantastic Voyage" and "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)."

☆ Gen X is late to the leadership table in US politics, prompting the question: Will it ever produce a president?
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-28 | by ( Darren Samuelsohn | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +21 min

By historical standards, Gen X should be in charge of the US by now. Think of them as the godparents of the "Xennials" — those born in the late 1970s or early 1980s who aren't fully Gen X or millennial. No matter whether you deny the 61-year-old Obama is a boomer, Gen X is starting to get up there in age. Michael Ciaglo-Pool/Getty ImagesWhat's the US missing without a Gen X president? "It's like seeing a ghost that doesn't appear," she said of any expectation the presidency would just suddenly open up for Gen X.

☆ Pop singer Shakira ordered to stand trial on tax fraud charges in Spain
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-27 | by ( The Associated Press | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

BARCELONA, Spain — A Spanish judge on Tuesday approved a trial for Colombian pop singer Shakira on charges of tax fraud. Prosecutors are seeking an 8-year prison sentence and a hefty fine if she is found guilty of tax evasion. Shakira, 45, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and rejected a deal with authorities to avoid going to trial. The court based in the town of Esplugues de Llobregat near Barcelona said that Shakira will face six counts of tax fraud. Shakira, whose full name is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, has been linked to Spain since she started dating soccer player Gerard Pique.

☆ Megan Thee Stallion creates website for fans that lists mental health resources
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-26 | by ( Marianne Garvey | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Megan Thee Stallion cares about your mental health. The entertainer has created a website called “Bad Bitches Have Bad Days Too,” which offers visitors to the site a vast and diverse list of free therapy organizations, various crisis helplines and places to find substance abuse help, among other resources. Special attention is also paid to providing resources for members of traditionally marginalized communities. The site’s name comes from a verse in her single “Anxiety.”Last year, Megan Thee Stallion publicly talked about going to therapy after her mom Holly Thomas died of brain cancer in 2019. She appeared on Taraji P. Henson’s “Peace of Mind with Taraji” Facebook watch series, where she opened up about needing help.

☆ How to become indispensable at work as an introvert, according to 'Quiet' author Susan Cain and other experts
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-26 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Here are seven alternatives to stand out at work as an introvert, according to behavioral experts. In a world that rewards boisterous extroversion, being an introvert at work can feel like a disadvantage. "We see this when you look at leadership statistics," said Susan Cain, the author of popular introvert bible "Quiet." "It's not so much about promoting yourself as it is about sharing expertise, which is a mindset that's much more comfortable for many introverts," Cain said. Cain said: "For many introverts speaking up takes a toll, so it's something that you want to do more strategically.

Drag entertainer and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alumnus Shangela made history Monday night on the hit competition show “Dancing With the Stars.”On the show’s 31st season premiere, Shangela, whose real name is D.J. Pierce, became the first drag queen to compete in the U.S. version of the international franchise. “We’ve never had anyone like Shangela,” Savchenko, who has been part of the show since season 16, said in an interview with E! The international “Dancing With the Stars” franchise is no stranger to bending gender norms. And in 2018, gay fashion designer Giovanni Ciacci and his dance partner, Raimondo Todaro, made history on the Italian version of “Dancing With the Stars” as the first male couple to compete regularly throughout the season.

☆ 'Donald' experienced a baby name bump in 2021 after being on steady decline since 1980: Social Security Administration
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-10 | by ( Hanna Kang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The name "Donald" experienced a baby name bump in 2021 after steadily declining since 1980. Pop culture is an important factor of how millennials approach baby naming, Jennifer Moss, founder of BabyNames.com, told Insider. That's according to newly released baby name popularity records by the Social Security Administration. "Hillary," a relatively popular baby name during the late 1980s and early 1990s, had nearly fallen off the Top 1,000 list for baby girls by 2007. "I would venture to guess that there would be a decline in political baby names," she said.

☆ Meet the 'Vibe Manager' of New York City's Hard Rock Hotel who's in charge of throwing rooftop parties, curating playlists, and setting up the 'rockstar suite' for VIPs like Vance Joy and Halsey
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-05 | by ( Hannah Towey | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

43-year-old Michael Tello is a "Vibe Manager" at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York City. The "rockstar suite" at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York City. Courtesy of Hard Rock Hotel New YorkBut being able to provide those special touches is also one of the most rewarding parts of the job, he said. Ciara and Didi Richards dance onstage during the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2022 Issue launch party at Hard Rock Hotel New York on May 19, 2022. The vibe manager works a Tuesday through Saturday schedule.

☆ I've been on over 109 cruises. Here are my 10 best pieces of advice for first-time cruisers.
▼ + stars: | 2022-07-19 | by ( Robert L. Willett | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

I'm in my 90s and have sailed on over 110 cruises — this is my advice for first-time cruisers. After decades of sailing, I've put together a few handy tips for first-time cruisers that might even help seasoned travelers. Barry Winiker/Getty ImagesCarefully choose the credit card you use to book the cruiseSome have excellent travel benefits, others have none. If you find a credit card with good travel coverage, use it instead of your usual card. Still, it's worth looking into the potential travel benefits offered on whatever credit card you're thinking of using to book.

Persons: —, I've, Donna, Tom, Leslie, Barb, Barry Winiker, it's, we've, We've, she'd Organizations: Service

☆ As families and 'Parrotheads' flock to campgrounds and RV parks, institutional real-estate investors see their next big score
▼ + stars: | 2022-05-23 | by ( Alex Nicoll | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

Investors are eyeing profits in campgrounds and RV parks as Americans flock to the great outdoors. Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Cabana Cabins Auburndale, Central FloridaThe trend is also driven by demographics. Sam Zell's Equity Lifestyle Properties, another large REIT that invests in RV parks alongside mobile homes, has also been busy. While it's not clear how much big investors have thrown into RV campgrounds, manufactured housing communities as a whole have seen a burst of Wall Street financing. After looking hard at multifamily and industrial, he settled with RV parks.

Athletes tend to need extra help because they earn a lot at a young age and have short careers. He branched out on his own nine years ago to open Taylor Insurance and Financial Services, where his clientele includes athletes and entertainers. Athletes really need good financial advisorsAnyone can fail to make time to have a financial plan in the hustle of daily life. Advice from a top financial advisor: don't let fear of money keep you from livingTaylor thinks it's essential to examine our relationships with money. However, Taylor's famous clients need to take a more cautious approach to money management.

Persons: Eszylfie Taylor, —, Taylor, it's, hasn't, who've, you've, Taylor's, He's, isn't, wouldn't, don't, he's Organizations: Service, New York Life Insurance Company, Taylor Insurance, Financial Services, NBA, NFL

☆ Pavel Rață, la Rockit, despre găsirea unei nișe în industria muzicală. Cum îți transformi ascultătorii în fani și cum interacționezi cu ei pe rețele
▼ + stars: | 2021-05-09 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | Omul Cu Oportunitățile | Interviurile | ) diez.md time to read: +6 min

Nu e vorba doar lansare și distribuire, dar și găsirea nișei. Dacă reușești să fii ascultat într-un playlist mic, vei putea apoi să ajungi la și mai multă lume.”La fel e și cu concertele. Diferența între ascultători și fani e că primii sunt pasivi, te ascultă în funcție de dispoziție, și de la ei nu primești feedback. Distribuirea conținutului e doar 1 % din activitatea de pe Social Media, restul e despre interacțiune. În cadrul conferinței au fost prezentate soluții la următoarele categorii:# Antreprenoriat și leadership;# Marketing, comunicare și branding;# Reinventare, sănătate și stare de bine;# Inovație, educație și transformare digitală.

Persons: Pavel, Andrew Rayel, Armin van Buuren, Pavel ., ulteriori, entertainer, . Organizations: Social Media Locations: Moldova, Chișinău, Prodigy, House, România, Ucraina

☆ A day in the life of a 'billionaire's magician,' who's hired to fly around the world and entertain the elite
▼ + stars: | 2020-11-04 | by ( Robin Madell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

Dan Chan has branded himself as the "billionaire's magician" — he's performed globally for the ultra-rich and their families and friends, commanding top rates for magic shows. I've been on private yachts and flown around the world to entertain celebrities, three-star Michelin-rated chefs, athletes, and movie stars. We sometimes perform together with him in charge of the kids while I entertain the adults. Corporate clients can often pay more because it's a tax write-off to entertain their staff, which helps them build their empire. For billionaire clients that hire you to entertain at a private party, the dynamic is different.

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