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☆ Justice Dept. Settles Lawsuit With Former F.B.I. Officials Targeted by Trump
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Adam Goldman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The Justice Department on Friday settled a lawsuit with two former F.B.I. officials who had accused the Trump administration of violating their privacy by sharing their texts disparaging former President Donald J. Trump with the news media, according to court documents. Their texts incited a political firestorm after the Justice Department in December 2017 invited reporters to review them at night before handing them over to Congress. counterintelligence agent who helped oversee the bureau’s investigation into the Trump campaign’s possible ties to Russia in 2016, Mr. Strzok exchanged inflammatory messages with Ms. Mr. Strzok drafted the memo opening the investigation, which was approved by his superiors.

Persons: Trump, Donald J, Peter Strzok, Lisa Page, Strzok, ” Organizations: Department, Trump, Justice Department, Republicans Locations: Russia

☆ Creator platform LTK is taking aim at TikTok and Amazon with a new video feature
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Amanda Perelli | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewCreator-commerce company LTK launched this week a shoppable full-screen short-video feature to compete with platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Amazon in social shopping. The video feature lives on the LTK app and can be found on a creator's LTK account. AdvertisementAlongside the full-screen video feature, LTK is also releasing a feature called Daily Drops in the coming weeks. And, creator videos on LTK have averaged 64% more click-outs to retailers. Many fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creators have shoppable profiles with LTK, and users are accustomed to scrolling through the app to shop.

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☆ Florida's housing market is seeing 'nightmare scenarios' as buyers back out due to affordability concerns, Redfin says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Jennifer Sor | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Florida's housing market is seeing a wave of buyers get cold feet. In June, 21% of home purchase agreements fell through in Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa, Redfin found. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementFlorida's housing market is facing a wave of "nightmare scenarios," with a growing number of home deals falling through as buyers get cold feet. In key metros like Orlando, Florida, and Tampa, around 21% of home-purchase agreements were cancelled in June, according to data from Redfin.

Persons: Redfin, — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Orlando , Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando , Florida, Redfin

☆ Equinox signs up for Neom, Saudi Arabia's futuristic desert city
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Equinox announced a resort in Neom, the desert project in Saudi Arabia. The resort will feature high-end restaurants, a floating bridge, and 450-meter pool. Equinox opened its first hotel in 2019 in New York City, where rooms can go for $900 per night. AdvertisementEquinox is joining Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia in dreaming of a desert paradise as the company announces plans for a resort in Neom, the kingdom's utopia project. The luxury accommodations promise to feature high-end restaurants, a pool the length of 9 Olympic-sized courses, a floating bridge suspended 40 meters above a lagoon, and, of course, a signature Equinox gym.

Persons: —, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Organizations: Equinox, Service, Crown Prince Locations: Neom, Saudi Arabia, New York City

☆ 22 details you might've missed during the Paris 2024 opening ceremony
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Amory Rose | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The 2024 Paris Games kicked off with an impressive opening ceremony. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe 2024 Olympics are being held in Paris this year, kicking off with Friday's opening ceremony. And nothing shows off the production value of the Summer Games quite like the opening ceremony. From incredible performances to a parade of boats, here's what you may have missed during the opening ceremony.

Persons: Notre, Dame, — Organizations: Paris Games, Service Locations: Paris

☆ The history of Virgin Atlantic: How a record executive took on the airline establishment and won.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Benjamin Zhang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Virgin Records founder Sir Richard Branson started Virgin Atlantic Airways in 1984. The airline survived growing pains and financial strife to become a major transatlantic carrier. Virgin Atlantic celebrated the 40th anniversary of its maiden flight in June. AdvertisementIn June 2024, Virgin Atlantic Airways celebrated the 40th anniversary of its first flight. Today, as one of Great Britain's two flag carriers, along with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and its instantly recognizable livery are mainstays at major airports around the world.

Persons: Sir Richard Branson, —, Richard Branson Organizations: Virgin Records, Virgin Atlantic Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Service, British Airways, Business

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☆ Qatar Airways CEO says complaining about Boeing delays would be 'crying over spilled milk' as airline expands 777X order
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Pete Syme | Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Qatar Airways' CEO told reporters he expects its first Boeing 777X in early 2026. The world's best airline also expanded its 777X order at the Farnborough Airshow. It's a sign of confidence in Boeing during a testing period for the planemaker. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementQatar Airways' CEO isn't dwelling on delays to the Boeing 777X, in a sign of confidence for the embattled planemaker.

Persons: —, Badr Mohammed Al, Meer Organizations: Qatar Airways, Boeing 777X, Farnborough, Boeing, Service, Business

☆ Here's what Cracker Barrel's CEO is doing to help the chain become 'relevant' again
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Cracker Barrel is considering changes to its old-timey restaurants. The chain is testing new menu items and restaurant remodels, CEO Julie Masino has said. Cracker Barrel has struggled with lower foot traffic and sales over the last few quarters. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . CEO Julie Masino, who is in her first year as the chain's top executive, said fewer people visited Cracker Barrel's stores during the quarter.

Persons: Julie Masino, — Organizations: Service, Cracker, Business

☆ Trump picking JD Vance was a 'really bad decision' and he would have been better off with Nikki Haley, ex-Trump official says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Aditi Bharade | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Trump's former staffer said that he would have been better off with Nikki Haley as his running mate. Anthony Scaramucci said he thought Trump made a "really bad decision" choosing JD Vance as his VP. However, Trump has publicly supported Vance, saying he's "doing a fantastic job." AdvertisementFormer President Donald Trump could've done much better than Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate, his former communications director said. Speaking to CNN on Thursday, Anthony Scaramucci said that Trump stands a higher chance against Vice President Kamala Harris with Nikki Haley as his running mate.

Persons: Trump's, Nikki Haley, Anthony Scaramucci, Trump, JD Vance, Vance, he's, —, Donald Trump, Sen, Ohio, Kamala Harris, Scaramucci Organizations: Service, CNN, Business

☆ A naval chief described purposefully wrecking a ship to mess with China
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Hannah Abraham | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A Philippines naval chief described an audacious anti-China mission from 1999. Vice Adm. Eduardo Santos intentionally grounded a ship to create an obstacle in the South China Sea. China claims the vast sea as its own territory, a claim fiercely disputed by its neighbors and the West. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . The rusting WWII-era vessel, BRP Sierra Madre, is still there in the South China Sea.

Persons: Adm, Eduardo Santos, —, Thomas Organizations: Service, Philippine, Business Locations: China, South China, Sierra Madre, Philippines

☆ The 7 best things to stream this weekend, from a Netflix comedy about the bubonic plague to the first Olympic events
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Documentaries like "Dirty Pop" and "Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose" are also streaming. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIf offbeat, dark comedies are your jam, you need to check out "The Decameron" on Netflix this weekend. Max also has a few new titles, like the Michael Keaton thriller "Knox Goes Away" and the baseball docuseries "Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose."

Persons: Charlie Hustle, Pete Rose, —, Lou Pearlman, Max, Michael Keaton, Knox Organizations: Netflix, Service, Business

☆ The best looks worn by athletes and other stars at LVMH's pre-Olympics event
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Gabbi Shaw | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

LVMH hosted a pre-Olympics party on Thursday called Prelude to The Olympics. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . The French conglomerate, overseen by billionaire Bernard Arnault, is believed to have spent $160 million to sponsor the games, Business Insider previously reported. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: LVMH, influencers, —, Anna Wintour, Pharrell, Rosalía —, Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Loewe, Stella McCartney, Bernard Arnault Organizations: Service, Dior, Business Locations: Paris

☆ US nabs a cartel leader after El Chapo's son tricks him onto a flight across the border: report
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Geoff Weiss | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The Justice Department arrested two cartel leaders Thursday. One, El Chapo's son, worked with authorities to trick the second, leader El Mayo, onto a plane, according to CNN. At his trial, El Chapo argued El Mayo was the real boss behind the cartel. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Cofounder Ismael Zambada Garcia, also known as "El Mayo," and Joaquin Guzman Lopez — the son of the cartel's other jailed cofounder, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman — were arrested in Texas and are facing multiple charges related to manufacturing and trafficking fentanyl, Garland said.

Persons: El Chapo's, El Mayo, El Chapo, —, Merrick Garland, Ismael Zambada Garcia, El, Joaquin Guzman Lopez —, Joaquin, Guzman —, Garland Organizations: Department, CNN, Service, —, Business Locations: El, Sinaloa, El Mayo, Texas

☆ Russia will have to scale back front lines assaults in 6 weeks due to losses, Ukrainian commander says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Thibault Spirlet | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Russia will have to scale back front-line assaults in a month and a half, per a Ukrainian commander. General Oleksandr Pivnenko told Ukrinform that Russia's offensive capabilities are "not unlimited." download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementRussia will have to scale back its front lines assaults in a month and a half due to battlefield losses, according to a Ukrainian commander. General Oleksandr Pivnenko, the commander of Ukraine's National Guard, made the assessment to Ukrinform on Thursday.

Persons: Oleksandr Pivnenko, Ukrinform, — Organizations: Service, National Guard, Kyiv, Business Locations: Russia, Ukrainian, Moscow, Ukraine

☆ TikTok is betting its future on e-commerce. Should it?
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Dan Whateley | Sydney Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

From conversations with e-commerce analysts, TikTok Shop partners, sellers, and creators, it's clear that Shop is growing steadily in the US and driving meaningful sales for some brands. TikTok Shop is also showing strong momentum in regions outside the US that have embraced social shopping more, like Southeast Asia. Order-tracking platform Route saw global order volume on TikTok Shop grow a modest 35% between January and June. AdvertisementWhat's working for TikTok ShopWell-timed promotional campaigns and live selling have bolstered TikTok Shop's growth this year, agency sources told BI. TikTok Live has become an e-commerce hub for all types of sellers, including pre-owned luxury retailer What Goes Around Comes Around, which has a streaming studio in its store.

Persons: —, influencers, TikTok, it's, It's, Nicole Rechtszaid, Steele, Pena, Rechtszaid, Dan Whateley, Julian Reis, SuperOrdinary, Reis, we've, Michael Yamartino Organizations: Service, Business, TikTok Shop, TikTok, Ghost Agency, Amazon's, livestreams Locations: Southeast Asia, Paris, Maybelline New York, Asia, China

☆ House Democrat endorses Kamala Harris one day after supporting a GOP effort against her
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Alice Tecotzky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Rep. Don Davis of North Carolina endorsed Harris in a statement on Friday. On Thursday, he joined 5 other Democrats backing a GOP effort to slam her handling of the border. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementOn Thursday, Rep. Don Davis of North Carolina condemned Kamala Harris for her actions as "Border Czar." Davis joined five other Democrats who voted for a GOP resolution on Thursday criticizing Harris' "failure to secure" the border and calling her a "Border Czar."

Persons: Don Davis of, Harris, Davis, —, Kamala Harris, Biden Organizations: Don Davis of North Carolina, GOP, Service, Business Locations: Don Davis of North Carolina

☆ Matt Damon kept telling Josh Harnett he'd regret gaining 30 pounds for 'Oppenheimer:' 'You're never gonna get that off again'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Jason Guerrasio | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Josh Hartnett gained 30 pounds for his role in "Oppenheimer." His costar Matt Damon warned him it would be difficult to lose the weight after filming wrapped. "He was like, 'You're never gonna get that off again, man,'" Harnett recalled Damon telling him. Too bad he didn't warn his costar Josh Harnett before he decided to gain 30 pounds to play the famed physicist Ernest Lawrence in "Oppenheimer." "He was like, 'You're never gonna get that off again, man,'" Harnett recalled Damon saying on "The Tonight Show."

Persons: Josh Hartnett, Oppenheimer, Matt Damon, Harnett, Damon, —, Josh Harnett, Ernest Lawrence Organizations: Service, Business

☆ China says Taiwanese working in the mainland 'need not worry' after it suggested a death penalty for 'independence die-hards'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Matthew Loh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

China said Taiwanese workers in the mainland have nothing to fear if they "don't break the law." The comment comes as Beijing sparked alarm in June by floating the death penalty for 'diehard' separatists. About 163,000 Taiwanese worked in the mainland in 2021, per a local report, and the number is declining. The comment comes as Beijing issued legal guidelines on June 21 suggesting the death penalty or prison for "Taiwan independence diehards." The declaration sparked alarm in Taiwan, where officials started restricting tours to China and warning people against traveling to the mainland.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Taiwan, Business Locations: China, Beijing, Taiwan

☆ North Korea's economy is booming thanks to its arms trade with Russia
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Filip De Mott | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

North Korea's GDP grew 3.1% in 2023, according to central bank estimates. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementNorth Korea's growing trade ties with Russia are paying off, helping end a three-year downturn, according to the South Korean central bank. The bank's annual report, cited by Bloomberg, found that North Korea's 2023 GDP grew 3.1% in real terms. Since North Korea does not offer official data, indicators tracked by its southern neighbor are relied on instead.

Persons: — Organizations: Bank, Service, Bloomberg, Business Locations: Korea, Russia, Ukraine, Korean, North Korea

☆ An injured hockey player chose to amputate part of his finger so he could compete at the Paris Olympics
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Joshua Nelken-Zitser | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Australian hockey player Matthew Dawson broke his finger during a training match a few weeks ago. He opted for a partial amputation over a lengthy recovery so he could compete in Paris. Getting a wire put in his finger may have taken months to heal and the Olympics begin on Friday. AdvertisementAn Australian hockey player made the shock move to have part of his finger amputated so that he could compete at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Matthew Dawson, —, Dawson Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Paris

☆ Cindy Crawford says the secret to her 26-year marriage with Rande Gerber is knowing how to 'fight nice'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Erin Liam | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Cindy Crawford said that friendship is the foundation of her marriage with Rande Gerber. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementCindy Crawford has a simple answer to a successful marriage: be friends. "That's the advice I give my kids too," Crawford told Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. The supermodel married businessman Rande Gerber in 1998.

Persons: Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber, —, Crawford, Andy Cohen, Presley Gerber, Kaia Gerber Organizations: Service, Business

☆ You won't find any ping-pong tables at Google's newly opened NYC office
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Jaures Yip | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Google's new NYC office does not have the iconic ping-pong tables found in Silicon Valley, according to a new tour video. The 1.2 million square foot office, opened in February, sits atop a 1930s rail terminal. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementIf you're planning to visit Google's newly opened New York office, don't bother packing your paddles. Unlike its Silicon Valley location, the company's latest office doesn't have any of its classic ping-pong tables.

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☆ Elon Musk's X is using your tweets to train its AI, Grok. Here's how to opt out.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Lakshmi Varanasi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Elon Musk's X activated a default setting to train Grok, its AI chatbot, on user data. Users can disable data sharing in the 'Privacy and Safety' tab on X.Grok, a ChatGPT competitor, is available via premium subscription. AdvertisementYour unfiltered thoughts are about to become training data for one of the most unhinged AI chatbots on the market. X has activated a setting that, by default, gives it access to users' posts, interactions, and inputs as training data for Grok, the company's ChatGPT competitor. If you want to disable it, here's a step-by-step guide:Once on X, head to the menu on the left side and click "More."

Persons: Elon, —, here's Organizations: Service, Business

☆ A Louis Vuitton x SpaceX rocket could be coming to a sky near you
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Madeline Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Elon Musk and Bernard Arnault have formed an unexpected friendship, the LVMH chief said. He even suggested the two have talked about a Louis Vuitton-branded SpaceX rocket. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAn unexpected friendship has apparently blossomed between two of the world's richest men: Elon Musk and Bernard Arnault. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Elon Musk, Bernard Arnault, Arnault, Louis, —, Musk Organizations: CNBC, Louis Vuitton, SpaceX, Service, Paris Olympics, Business

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