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☆ French police hunt for arsonist who targeted synagogue, injured a policeman
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

A policeman was slightly injured when a gas bottle exploded as police secured the site of the attack on Saturday morning, Attal said. Local media reported earlier that the suspect had set fire to two cars, one of which contained at least one gas bottle, in the synagogue’s parking area at about 8:30 a.m. (0630 GMT). Police protection of synagogues, and Jewish schools and shops would be stepped up across France, the government said. Once more, our Jewish compatriots are targeted,” Attal wrote earlier on X. La Grande-Motte is a port and resort city on the French Mediterranean coast.

Persons: Gabriel Attal, Attal, “, ” Attal, ”, Emmanuel Macron, it’s, ” Yonathan Arfi Organizations: Palestinian, ” Police Locations: France, French, La Grande, Motte, Europe, Israel, Gaza, Le, franceinfo, Grande Motte, Grande

A 37-year-old Tennessee man was charged over alleged social media threats against President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Barack Obama, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. Kyl Alton Hall was indicted Tuesday on two counts of threatening a sitting president or vice president and one count of a threat to a former president. The U.S. Secret Service investigated the case, which will be prosecuted by the national security and civil rights unit in the local U.S. attorney’s office. A spokesperson for the Secret Service did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The charges come the same week that all three officials — Biden, Harris and Obama — appeared in Chicago to speak at the Democratic National Convention, where Harris accepted her party’s presidential nomination.

Persons: Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, Kyl Alton Hall, Biden, Harris, Obama, — Biden, Obama — Organizations: Department of Justice, DOJ, Authorities, Secret Service, Service, Democratic National Convention Locations: Tennessee, Memphis, U.S, Chicago

A search is underway for an Arizona woman who was swept away in a flash flood Thursday while hiking at Grand Canyon National Park. The flash flood happened around 1:30 p.m. local time and stranded several hikers in the area. “Rescue efforts began promptly, with an initial flight taking off before 3 p.m. to assist individuals stranded both below and above Beaver Falls,” the National Park Service said. Nickerson’s husband was also swept away but he was rescued by a group of rafters, NBC affiliate KPNX reported. The National Park Service is asking anyone with information about Nickerson to reach out to its tip line at (888) 653-0009.

Persons: Chenoa Nickerson, Gilbert, Ariz, Park Service Chenoa Nickerson, Nickerson’s, Nickerson Organizations: Park Service, National Park Service, NBC, KPNX, National, Service Locations: Arizona, Gilbert , Arizona, Havasu, Colorado, Beaver

For Disney fans, this summer has been a roller coaster of emotions. The evolution of reactions has largely taken place inside the thriving online community of adult Disney fans, including Disney influencers, journalists and content creators, whom the company has increasingly marketed to as repeat visitors. The new planned attractions at Disney parks around the world were presented with great fanfare. “I feel like I can allow myself to get excited and feel optimistic about the future of the Disney Parks again,” Gustin posted the next day. Magic Kingdom: 1/3 Destroyed,” posted one Disney content creator and former Disney employee.

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Following the tour, Harris will headline a solo rally in Savannah, Georgia. The southern Georgia bus tour is expected to echo the campaign’s bus tour of western Pennsylvania earlier this month, which included stops at a local campaign field office, firehouse and high school football practice. We have hosted more than 500 events in the region since May 31,” Harris-Walz Georgia campaign spokesperson Adelaide Bullock said. “Black voters are the key to winning Georgia. “The Vice President’s advantages with young voters, Black voters, and Latino voters will be important to our multiple pathways to 270 electoral votes,” Dillon wrote in a recent memo.

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A tropical storm warning was issued Friday for Hawaii’s Big Island as the storm known as Hone approached with 50 mph winds, forecasters said. Tropical Storm Hone is forecast to pass near or south of the island Saturday night into early Sunday, the National Hurricane Center said. A tropical storm warning was issued for Hawaii County, and swells could cause life-threatening surf and rip currents across the island chain on Saturday, the agency said. Hawaii’s Big Island could see around 10 inches of rain, the hurricane center said in a 5 p.m. local time (11 p.m. There are no coastal watches or warnings in place because of that storm, named Hurricane Gilma.

Persons: Hone, Storm Hone, Gilma Organizations: National Hurricane Center, Emergency Management Agency Locations: Hawaii County, Hilo, Hone

☆ Hostage taken from music festival during Hamas attack returns to the dance floor to celebrate life
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Dennis-Romero-Circle-Byline-Template.Jpg | Dennis Romero | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

Noa Argamani, the freed Israeli hostage who was kidnapped from a music festival during the Oct. 7 terrorist attack and held in Gaza until June, celebrated her freedom this week by returning to the dance floor. She addressed whether a celebration was suitable when dozens of hostages remain in Gaza following the Oct. 7 attack that sparked war between Israel and Hamas militants. The party was titled "Return to Life" and featured a large graphic image of Or with the words, "We will dance again." More than 40,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel launched its offensive in the enclave following Hamas’ Oct. 7 terror attacks, local officials say. Some 1,200 people were killed and around 250 others taken hostage in the Hamas assault, according to Israeli officials, marking a major escalation in a decadeslong conflict.

Persons: Noa Argamani, Yaakov, there's, Avinatan, Argamani, Benjamin Netanyahu, Joe Biden’s, Brett McGurk, “, ” Organizations: Nova, Israeli Locations: Gaza, Israel, Cairo, Tokyo

LendingClub recently replaced its old high-yield savings account with the LendingClub LevelUp Savings Account, which offers up to 5.30% annual percentage yield (APY). LendingClub's previous high-yield savings account, the LendingClub HighYield Savings Account, came with 5.00% APY. How to qualify for LendingClub's savings account 5.30% APYIt's pretty easy to open a savings account with LendingClub. How LendingClub's LevelUp Savings account compares to other high-yield savings accountsOther banks also offer high interest rates on savings accounts. EagleBank High-Yield Savings Account: Earn up to 5.35% APYThe EagleBank High-Yield Savings Account offers the potential to earn a slightly higher interest rate: up to 5.35% APY.

Persons: you've, you'll, LendingClub, EagleBank, Kit, Kit Pulliam, They’ve Organizations: Western Alliance Bank, Western Alliance, Yield, Kit Pulliam, Business, Tax, MSN, Vanderbilt University

Below, we've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch Premier League matches, highlighting options from around the world for the 2024 to 2025 season. Where to watch Premier League in the USIn the US, select Premier League matches will be available to watch live across Peacock, USA, CNBC, and NBC. For TNT Sports, you'll need to subscribe to the Premium tier for £30.99 a month to watch the Premier League. Where to watch Premier League in CanadaSelect matches live stream on Fubo in Canada. How to watch Premier League from anywhereFootball fans who will be away during any must-see matches can still access their subscriptions via VPN.

Persons: we've, Peacock, aren't, ExpressVPN Organizations: Business, Premier League, English Football League, Manchester City, Arsenal, CNBC, NBC, USA, Sling, Sky Sports, TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, Premier League . Amazon Prime, Sports, Fubo, Football Locations: Peacock, USA, Canada

☆ I fell for my neighbor, and he's now my boyfriend. We struggle with boundaries since we live so close to each other.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Isabel Ravenna | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Whenever I get asked this, I always give a short and sweet answer: "He moved in next door to me." AdvertisementBut when a stranger moved into an apartment next door, it was the start of something special. But that was technically the first time I met Greg. Our situation demands unique conversations, and while they may be unconventional, they're exactly what makes our bond so strong.

Persons: —, Greg, He'd, Meredith Grey, smoothie, I'd, it's Organizations: Service, Business

☆ Insider Today: The Hamptons of Florida
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Joi-Marie Mckenzie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

This week's dispatchView of Inlet Beach, Florida, one of the communities that makes up "30A" Courtesy of the Blankenship GroupMeet the "Hamptons of the South"A 26-mile stretch of Florida highway has been a well-kept secret for years. Sitting between popular spring break locales Destin and Panama City Beach, the 30A beaches comprise a few towns: Rosemary, Santa Rosa Beach, and Seaside. Despite the influx of interest and visitors, Kemp Stewart, a luxury rental owner who's seen 30A blow up in popularity, said that the beach towns' appeal has remained the same. No more night sweats : We found the three best cooling pajama sets for women to help hot sleepers chill out. AdvertisementMore of this week's top reads:The Insider Today team: Jordan Parker Erb, editor, in New York.

Persons: —, Suzanne Hayes, it's, Dan Latu, Kemp Stewart, who's, It's, Kemp, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Monica Schipper, Affleck, Jenny Chang, Rodriguez, Monica Humphries, Natalie Ammari, Zers, they're, Warner, Kevin Costner's, Max, Air McNair, docuseries, Steve McNair, Rebecca Zisser, Skip, we've, Jordan Parker Erb, Dan DeFrancesco, Lisa Ryan, Amanda Yen Organizations: Service, Business, Panama City Beach, BI, Warner Bros, Apple, Labor Locations: Florida, Beach , Florida, Gulf, Mexico, Panama, Santa Rosa Beach, Seaside, Redfin, New York, New York City

☆ This woman made up to $110,000 a year as a nanny for the ultra-rich. Here's what she learned from the job
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

In Kiser's final year as a nanny during the pandemic, she estimates she took home about $110,000. CNBC spoke with Kiser about some of the financial lessons she learned during her time as a nanny, and why she ultimately left the role. Stephanie Kiser: I read "The Nanny Diaries" when I started my first job. SK: A contract as a nanny is important because there's no human resources; there's no laws protecting you. It seems like nannying work can have a low barrier to entry, with salary growth potential, but then there are all these other risks.

Persons: Stefanie Kiser, Jillian Rahn, Stefanie Kiser Stephanie Kiser, Tim Walz, Kiser, Scarlett Johansson, James Devaney, Ana Teresa Solá, Stephanie Kiser, nannying, I'm, Nannies, nannies, they've, who've, There's, weren't Organizations: Upward Mobility, Mercedes, Hamptons, Finance, CNBC, Upper, Wireimage, Getty, SK, New, Domestic, ATS, Pew Research Center Locations: New York City, America, New York City , New York, United States, New York

☆ Gold bars just hit the $1 million mark, but that doesn't mean your Costco gold bars make you a millionaire
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Erin Snodgrass | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

But if you're among the group of Costco shoppers who bought gold bars from the retailer in recent months, don't celebrate your newfound fortune too soon. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. AdvertisementThe gold bars sold at Costco, however, are much smaller than the standard size, typically ranging in size from 20-500 grams. The Costco gold bars are smaller, yes, but they are also more affordable for buyers looking to spend less than $10,000 on metal instead of $1 million. Despite the skyrocketing price of gold, a Bank of America investment strategist told Markets Insider that investors should keep buying gold.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business, Costco, Bank of America

☆ I spend less than $300 on back-to-school shopping for my 2 kids. Here's what works to help me save money.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Jill Robbins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementI buy most of my kids' school clothes during the after-Thanksgiving sales. Even when buying school clothes for my kids on sale, I don't buy a lot. Keeping a stock of school supplies basics on hand saves both time and moneyI spent more on school supplies when my kids were in elementary school — school supply lists times two with crayons, colored pencils, and so many glue sticks drove my expenses up. That said, my kids still need school supplies, but they're usually the basics, such as paper, notebooks, folders, and pens and pencils. AdvertisementAlso, I never go to the store in person to buy school supplies.

Persons: —, I'm, they've, I've, it's Organizations: Service, Business, Facebook

☆ Living with my parents in Hawaii helped me afford the most expensive state. It was the best option for me after graduating.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

As a native Hawaiian, the Texas life proved to be cheaper than island living — from groceries to gas. I wanted to go back home to Hawaii but felt overwhelmed by the logistics of closing the distance. I had just turned 28 and felt discouraged; I was broke, unemployed, and living with my parents. AdvertisementIf I wanted to call Hawaii home for the foreseeable future, I knew I had to make some financial changes. Living with my parents helped me finally plan for a futureThe US financial system can be difficult to grasp.

Persons: —, I've, I'm Organizations: Service, Business, Hawaii Locations: Austin, Texas, Hawaii, Oahu

☆ Stocks like Nvidia are table-pounding buys, Bank of America says
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

The other stocks include: Ralph Lauren, Yeti, Goldman Sachs, and GE Aerospace. "We rate YETI shares Buy as we expect continued momentum supported by new product categories & international expansion," he said. Ralph Lauren "A hit down the fairway," analyst Christopher Nardone titled his recent recap of Ralph Lauren earnings. Meanwhile, Ralph Lauren shares are up 20% this year with plenty more room to run. ... We rate YETI shares Buy as we expect continued momentum supported by new product categories & international expansion.

Persons: Ralph Lauren, Goldman Sachs, Alexander Perry, Perry, Christopher Nardone, Nardone, Ebrahim Poonawala, Goldman, Poonawala Organizations: of America, Nvidia, GE Aerospace, U.S, Goldman, Bank of America, GE, Investment Locations: Europe, China, N.A, North America, N.A .

☆ It's a good time to get a deal on an EV as they sit around on dealer lots
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Nora Naughton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

This has helped cut the average price paid in July for a new EV to $58,619, which is 1% lower year-over-year, according to Edmunds. That's actually $4,366 cheaper than the average price paid in July for a new plug-in hybrid. Demand for hybrids is growing among a more practical group of green car shoppers who aren't ready to make the switch to a fully electric car. The average price paid for an EV still outpaces the average price paid for any new car by about $10,000. Car companies are leaning into this loophole with attractive EV leasing deals.

Persons: —, That's, Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds, Caldwell Organizations: Service, Business, Cox Automotive, EVs, Hyundai, Dealers Locations: Edmunds, That's

☆ Trading Fed rate cuts: These banks are primed to outperform when rates fall, Evercore ISI says
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Pia Singh | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

A few well-known regional banks are poised to benefit from the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate cuts, according to Evercore ISI. Fed Chair Jerome Powell indicated on Friday that the central bank is ready for interest rate cuts ahead , although he declined to provide the exact timing or extent of the cuts. As investors await the Fed's moves, Evercore ISI used its updated asset/liability committee scenarios and several banks' net interest income commentary to find which names appear strongest in a lower interest rate environment. According to the note, Comerica, U.S. Bancorp and Fifth Third each forecast two interest rate cuts this year. Comerica shares dipped more than 10% on July 19 after the company posted its second-quarter results.

Persons: Jerome Powell, John Pancari, Pancari, Curtis Farmer, Truist Organizations: Federal, ISI, Comerica, Truist Financial, U.S . Bancorp, Fifth Third Bancorp, FactSet Locations: U.S

☆ Don't get your hopes up about the housing market
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

One of the most painful ways higher interest rates have impacted Americans is through higher housing costs. The combination of high borrowing costs and skyrocketing home prices and rents — caused by a housing shortage — has created an enduring housing affordability crisis. On the one hand, lower borrowing costs would likely make mortgages cheaper for buyers and encourage builders to construct desperately needed new homes. But rate cuts would also spur new home construction, as builders respond to higher demand and lower borrowing costs for acquisition and construction loans. On top of high borrowing costs, builders are struggling with a severe shortage of construction workers and high building material costs.

Persons: —, Jerome Powell, Daryl Fairweather, Wells, underbuilding, Ben Metcalf, Metcalf Organizations: Service, Jackson Hole , Wyoming ., Business, Bank of England, Terner Center, Housing Innovation, UC Berkeley Locations: Jackson Hole , Wyoming

☆ 5 signs you need a sleep divorce—and more tips for a good night's rest
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Here are some of their top tips for getting a good night's rest. Consider these 5 signs you might need a sleep divorceA sleep divorce is not as drastic as it sounds. Try a sleep expert's bedtime routineDr. Richard Schwab, chief of the division of sleep medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, shared his sleep routine with Make It in 2022. To get optimal sleep, Schwab recommended setting the ambience in your room by making sure it's your preferred temperature and light exposure. "Before taking magnesium or melatonin for sleep, it's important to establish proper sleep hygiene and habits."

Persons: Shelby Harris, Harris, Snore, Richard Schwab ,, Schwab, Rebecca Robbins, Robbins Organizations: CNBC, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Harvard Medical School's Division, Sleep

We've identified tons of streaming services to watch games on, from cheaper services that only carry specific networks to elaborate cable alternatives. We also have a guide on how to watch NFL games and the best sports streaming services you can subscribe to this year. How to watch College Football in the USAs with the NFL, college football is spread across several broadcasters and streaming services. ESPN Plus (Monthly Plan) ESPN Plus is designed for sports, giving subscribers access to live MLB, NHL, NFL, soccer, golf, and UFC fights. It carries ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, FS1, SEC Network, Big 10 Network, the CW, and more.

Persons: we've, Peacock, There's, it's, ExpressVPN Organizations: Business, Florida State, Georgia Tech, ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, CBS Sports Network, NFL, College Football, ESPNU, NBC, CBS, SEC Network, FOX, Big, Paramount, Showtime, Peacock, Paramount Plus, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, MTV, MLB, NHL, UFC, Hulu, Disney Plus, Big 10, CW Locations: FS1

☆ I'm a 101-year-old who just published my 9th book—here are my 8 best lessons for a long, happy life
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Babette Hughes | As Told To Stav Ziv | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

There's an idea in our culture that's so wrong: that life is over when you get to be a certain age. Take our new online course Today, as a 101-year-old in Austin, I'm living the kind of life I feel fortunate to have. Here are eight lessons I've learned that have helped me live a long, happy life:1. Do things you loveWhen I'm writing, I feel different. Sometimes I'll come back and I'll see something I wrote and think, "That's good."

Persons: I've, It's, That's Locations: Cleveland , Ohio, Austin

☆ I'm a millennial mom of 3, and I rely on my mom's financial assistance
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Alyse Benoit | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Without a doubt, my mom expected to be free of dependents decades ago. But here I am, 39, unable to save a cent, in need of her financial support. I was otherwise financially independent, worked three jobs, had a good chunk of money saved, and my life was planned out. Not only was I feeling the effects of financial strain from the cost of school, but physical, mental, and ethical exhaustion had taken hold. She loaned me money to pay off that debt and told me I could pay my rent when I received my next student loan payment.

Persons: stepdad, —, I've Organizations: Service Locations: midlife

☆ Instead of spending money on camp or day care, I kept my daughter home this summer. We got more quality time, but it was harder to work.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Evan Porter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

We'd been too overwhelmed to track down summer camps and get on registration wait lists, and spots were starting to fill up. AdvertisementNo summer camp, no formal childcare at all. Most day camps in our area run at least $200 for a week (and that's being conservative). AdvertisementTo make matters worse, our daughter just didn't seem overly thrilled about most of the camp options out there. The author kept his daughter home from summer camp or day care this summer.

Persons: Evan Porter Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Atlanta

☆ 3 tips for getting the most out of your fine dining experience: Interact and ask questions, one chef says
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Aditi Shrikant | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

For years, I didn't enjoy eating at fine dining establishments. Here are three tips from Lewis and chefs in New York City and Washington D.C. for how to best enjoy your time at a fine dining restaurant. But many fine dining establishments offer pre-fixe meals with a set cost that isn't always available ahead of time or rotating menus, so it's not clear what will actually be served that night. "A lot of fine dining establishments may not be transparent about price on their website," Lewis says. You'll probably enjoy your meal more if you don't feel blindsided by a dish or its price.

Persons: Tara Lewis, you'll, Lewis, Alessandro Farruggio, DC's Il Canale, Yelp, Bu, it's, Shin Yamaoka Organizations: Washington D.C Locations: Yelp, New York City, Washington

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