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Best Black Friday standing desk dealsMany of our favorite tried-and-tested standing desks are on sale, including the Uplift and Flexispot desks. Staff Pick Uplift V2 Standing Desk $569.00 The Uplift V2 is a highly customizable standing desk that can meet almost any need. View at Flexispot What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Difficult assemblyFlexispot E2 Pro Standing Desk $119.99 $289.99 Save 59% The no-frills Flexispot Standing Desk moves quickly, smoothly, and quietly to reach your desired height. View at AmazonBlack Friday standing desk deal FAQsIs Black Friday a good time to buy a standing desk?

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Learn moreWelcome to your one-stop shop for this weekend's best Black Friday streaming deals. View at PeacockPeacock Premium Plus (Monthly Plan) $13.99 Peacock Premium Plus subscription is $14 a month. Then Britbox is a streaming service for you as it's packed with classics from the likes of the BBC and ITV. Am I locked into a contract if I sign up for one of these Black Friday streaming deals? By default, once the deal you've signed up for ends, the streaming service will re-subscribe you for the regular price.

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If you've been eyeing the brand's buttery-soft leggings, ubiquitous colorful belt bag (which we consider the best belt bag), or high-quality yoga wear, you're in luck. The best Black Friday lululemon belt bag specialsIf we had to choose just one product to scoop up from lululemon, it would be one of the brand's belt bag. The best Black Friday lululemon women's apparel findsLululemon is beloved for its women's apparel line, especially cult favorites like the Scuba Half-Zip and Wunder Train leggings, both of which are down to great prices during the Black Friday event. The best Black Friday lululemon men's apparel findsWhile primarily known for its women's apparel, lululemon also makes stellar men's styles with the same thoughtful technical design. Check out our roundup of all of the best Black Friday deals.

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Learn moreTracking down the actual best Black Friday deals isn't for the faint-hearted or inexperienced. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Nugget What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Play couch comes in 20 colors and ottoman is available in 10Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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☆ I spent $36,000 renovating my bathroom. It's gorgeous, but there are 5 mistakes I wish I'd avoided.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Chris Deacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

AdvertisementI planned ahead and consulted with experts but still made mistakes while renovating my bathroom. My floor looks dirty quickly because the grout is too light and I chose the wrong vanity lightning. As a writer with kids, I'd long ago abandoned the dream of a bathroom remodel. Instead, I'd learned to live with perpetually loose floor tiles and a tub that was as shallow as it was short. I made good calls and a few bad ones and probably spent 50,000 Canadian dollars (about $36,000) total.

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☆ How did Nvidia expand nearly 20-fold in just over 20 years?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Hallam Bullock | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

In today's newsletter, we're looking at how Nvidia expanded nearly 20-fold in just over 20 years . The big storyNvidia's meteoric riseNvidia's workforce has increased more than 20-fold in the last twenty years. The data behind the evolution of Nvidia's workforce tells the story, BI's Emma Cosgrove writes. Nvidia's workforce has grown nearly 20-fold since 2003. In 2019, Microsoft's median employee salary was nearly $20,000 higher than a Nvidia worker.

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☆ Is the vibecession about to end?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( William Edwards | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Optimism surged post-2016 election, with small businesses planning to hire more employees. Yes, that's a portmanteau of vibes and expansion, and it's the upbeat version of its better-known cousin, the vibecession. Advertisement"Small business owners lean Republican," said Oliver Allen, a senior US economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics, in a November 12 note. Goldman Sachs"After Donald Trump was elected the 45th President in November 2016, the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) small business optimism index skyrocketed. "We expect an improving small business operating environment will boost the sentiment and spending of SMBs in 2025 and lift the earnings and valuation of stocks with revenues tied to that spending."

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Learn moreThe Black Friday Meta Quest 3 deals and Quest 3S bundles are live, and we're shocked and delighted to see the new 3S get such a good one already despite only being released in October. Meta Quest 3S Black Friday dealsIt's too soon to get a discount on the new Meta Quest 3S hardware, but the discounts on bundled extras are excellent today. Best Value Meta Quest 3S (128GB) $299.00 $448.00 Save 33% The Quest 3S is Meta's most affordable VR headset. View at AmazonMeta Quest 3 Black Friday dealsThe full-sized Meta Quest 3 is an odd duck right now. Check out our full Meta Quest 3S review.

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If you've been Barbour-curious, Black Friday offers a chance to tap into your inner country gentleman (or woman) with the best Barbour deals we've seen all year. Top 6 Barbour jacket and clothing sales Backcountry: Up to 50% off Barbour clothing and 40% off Barbour jackets. The best Black Friday men's Barbour dealsBarbour Modified Beaufort Waxed Jacket $314.30 $449.00 Save 30% Barbour has updated its classic Beaufort with a contemporary cut. A Barbour waxed jacket offers your loved one an instant style upgrade, besides keeping them warm and dry in inclement weather. Check out our roundup of all of the best Black Friday deals.

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☆ Baby-boomer homeowners got rich from skyrocketing house prices. Now they can't find retirement housing.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementBaby-boomer homeowners have benefited from skyrocketing housing prices amid a home shortage. Baby boomers have been the big winners in the US housing market, but as the generation retires, its members are facing a new challenge in finding accessible housing. Those who oppose building are disproportionately older homeowners. AdvertisementMany older homeowners — particularly the growing number who still have mortgages — are struggling with rising insurance premiums. Molinsky's report found older Black homeowners had less than half the home equity of older white homeowners.

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The KitchenAid 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer is the best best KitchenAid stand mixer overall and has the ideal power and capacity for home bakers. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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☆ The social media world is splintering, and it'll pave the way for a new breed of influencer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Lindsay Dodgson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A splintered social media world is on the horizon — and it's paving the way for a new, more authentic breed of influencer. "People are just trying to find authentic communities," Eric Wittman, CEO of photo-editing app VSCO, told Business Insider. Smoothy said she sees things changing, with different "tiers" of content creators emerging from the industry's oversaturation. New social media horizonsLucy Edgerley, the head of influence at the global social media agency Born Social, told BI that Gen Zers, in particular, are craving creativity, entertainment, and inspiration. Young people who have grown up with social media are learning the lessons about the dark side of it — the mental health toll, the bullying, and the over-consumerism — the hard way, he said.

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Many picks from our expert-tested best mattress guide are significantly discounted for Black Friday, including our top-rated mattress, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Walmart What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at WinkBeds What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Sleep Number What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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Learn more2024's Black Friday sale is finally here, and our tech experts are tracking the best Black Friday laptop deals throughout the event. We're finding record-low prices for all sorts of laptops, from budget to high-end models and even the Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. View at Best BuyThe best Black Friday MacBook dealsThe 2022 MacBook Air M2 with 16GB RAM for $749 is an especially tempting deal. The 2024 MacBook Pro M4 is 13% off, which is a great deal on a model released this year. The updated base standard for RAM means the 2024 MacBook Pro is an excellent model to upgrade to.

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☆ Putin hails Trump as a 'smart and experienced person' who can bring peace to Ukraine
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementPutin says Trump is a "smart and experienced person" and can "come up with a solution" to the Ukraine war. In 2022, Trump also said that he "knew Putin very well" and got along "great" with the Russian leader. Russian President Vladimir Putin believes President-elect Donald Trump will be able to put an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The Kremlin denied the call had taken place, while a spokesperson for the Trump campaign said they "do not comment on private calls" between Trump and other foreign leaders. AdvertisementShortly after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Trump called Putin's move "genius" and "wonderful."

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☆ A CIA counterterrorism officer's cover was being a comic book author. Now, he's an award-winning writer for DC, working in Hollywood on HBO's 'Lanterns.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Now, he's balancing writing comics with working on the "Lanterns" TV series for HBO. So I threw that away and I'd be like, 'Oh, I'm a comic writer.' Pretending to be a comic writer in the CIA meant he was already in the right mindset. AdvertisementIn 2013, he wrote for the Vertigo imprint, before his first work at DC Comics, "Nightwing" — about Batman's former sidekick — was published in 2014. Movies: King is a member of the team developing the "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" movie based on his comic series of the same name.

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☆ Ditch all the negativity: Here's what can go right to lift each of our 34 stocks
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +20 min

To counter that, Jim Cramer has said investors should not lose sight of what can go right for their stocks. Smooth chip updates: AMD needs to successfully carry out its annual release cycle for AI chips. That needs to be sustained to justify Meta's heavy spending on AI chips. Nevertheless, correcting this dynamic should translate into faster revenue growth rates. Palo Alto Networks Bigger deals: Cybersecurity is a secular growth market: As the number of bad actors grows, companies can't afford to not invest in defense.

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The best air fryer in our tested buying guide, the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven with ClearCook, is 41% off, the lowest we've seen it priced since Prime Day. The best Black Friday air fryer dealsInstant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven with ClearCook $99.95 $169.99 Save 41% The Instant Vortex Plus was the best air fryer in our tests and features a window into the basket to monitor your food. Higher than average temperature varianceNinja Foodi 2-Basket Air Fryer (DZ550) $123.49 $249.99 Save 51% The 10-quart Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 2-Basket Air Fryer with DualZone Technology is virtually identical to the best large-capacity air fryer we've tested. View at AmazonNinja Air Fryer XL $89.99 $159.99 Save 44% Make cooking easier with the Ninja Air Fryer XL (AF150AMZ) and its five different cooking settings. The best air fryer toaster ovens cost more than basket air fryers, but they're more versatile and can hold more food.

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Right now, the digital-edition PS5 Slim console is on sale for $374, which is $75 off and the lowest price we've seen. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonBlack Friday PS5 FAQsHow does the PS5 Digital Edition compare to the standard PS5? The PS5 Digital Edition is the same console as the standard PS5, just without a disc drive. Sony also sells a PS5 disc drive add-on for $80, which lets you attach a disc drive to the slim version of the PS5 Digital Edition.

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Shop Le Creuset Black Friday deals at Le CreusetShop Le Creuset Black Friday deals at Williams SonomaThe best Black Friday Le Creuset dealsLe Creuset 3.5-Quart Sauteuse $199.99 $350.00 Save 43% This cast iron pan is good for simmering and reduction with it's sloping sides and large surface area. It comes in all signature Le Creuset colors so you can choose your favorite. $279.99 $430.00 Save 35% If you are looking for a dependable Dutch oven that can handle any recipe for years, turn to the Le Creuset Dutch Oven. View at Le CreusetBlack Friday Le Creuset FAQsIs Le Creuset worth it? Cheaper brands, like Lodge, have earned our admiration and spots in our guides to the best cast iron skillets and best Dutch ovens.

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Learn moreThe best Black Friday monitor deals include big savings on displays for everyday use, office work, and gaming. Right now, this 27-inch Dell 4K monitor is on sale for just $250, which is a great price for such a versatile midrange display. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonThe best Black Friday gaming monitor dealsGamers have a wealth of Black Friday monitor deals to shop, including discounts on several high-end OLED monitors. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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One of the best deals we've seen is 20% off the Travelpro Platinum Elite, our top pick from our guide to the best carry-on bags. View at Travelpro What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Away What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at CalpakBest Black Friday deals on checked luggageWe've pulled deals from our favorite luggage brands in our guide to the best luggage. To learn more about the differences between soft-side, hard-side, and aluminum carry-ons, check out our guide to the best carry-on luggage.

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To power us through the shopping event and holiday season, we're searching for the best coffee and espresso machine deals we can find. We're highlighting deals on coffee machines we recommend from brands we know and trust, like $260 off Nespresso machines. View at Best Buy View at Williams Sonoma View at Sur La Table What we like Check mark icon A check mark. We find the best deals on mid-range coffee and espresso machines, bringing top-of-the-line consumer machines down to approachable prices. In our guide to the best coffee makers, we recommend choosing a drip coffee maker if you like straight-up cups of joe and making large batches.

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