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☆ People are lonely. Small steps in your community can make a difference
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Madeline Holcombe | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

CNN —Editor’s Note: One Small Thing is a new series to help you take a simple step toward a healthy, impactful goal. But a little more investment in your community may make a big difference, said Dr. Gail Saltz, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. One in 5 adults in the United States reported feeling loneliness “a lot of the day yesterday,” according to Gallup data released Tuesday. Building back deeper, more intimate connections may feel hard to do quickly to address your loneliness, but turning your attention to invest in your community may be one small thing you can do to help, Saltz said. Even small daily interactions with strangers in a coffee shop can help boost your mood when you're feeling lonely.

Persons: Gail Saltz, Vivek Murthy, Dan Witters, Gemma Hughes, Saltz, they’ve, ”, John Duffy’s, ” Duffy, “, ” Saltz, wera, ” Hughes, Duffy, they’re Organizations: CNN, Presbyterian Hospital, Gallup, Gallup National Health, University of Leicester School of Business, Invest, Getty, Engage Locations: United States, United Kingdom, Chicago

☆ People who are good at small talk do these 3 things and 'reap the rewards,' says public speaking expert
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( John Bowe | In Johnfbowe | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

It never fails to surprise me how many people are fearless about delivering speeches and presentations to large audiences but paralyzed by the prospect of making small talk. If your attempt to make small talk fails, you'll recover in moments and be stronger for making the effort. DON'T MISS: The ultimate guide to becoming a master communicator and public speaker You may — OK, you likely will — be uncomfortable. Here's why it is: Every one of your deep, lasting friendships began with some kind of small talk. You're making a connection, and that's all that matters.

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☆ Packing your bags for Paris? Here’s what to expect from a visit this summer
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-19 | by ( Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

More restaurants and stores will be open in August to host the millions of visitors attending the Summer Olympic Games. Pawel Libera | The Image Bank | Getty ImagesBut this summer, many businesses and restaurants plan to take full advantage of the 11 million visitors expected to visit the city for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Paris has ramped up cycling paths and bicycle parking spaces ahead of the Summer Olympic Games, as part of an effort to make the city a cyclist-friendly metropolis. Instead ask for a "carafe d'eau," and you'll get chilled tap water, which is free and perfectly drinkable in Paris. Escape from the cityConsider a quick break from Paris and her crowds, but one that doesn't require going very far.

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☆ Opinion | Biden Has an Inner Circle Problem. He’s Not the Only One.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( David French | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Those in our inner circle not only know us the best, they should also have our best interests at heart. The family members and close advisers of politicians and celebrities often depend on the politician or celebrity’s wealth and power for their own power and prestige. As age takes its toll, he’s isolating himself from everyone but those closest to him. On Monday, The Wall Street Journal published a disturbing report that described the way in which his “inner circle” had limited access to the president and concealed his true condition from the public. “The White House has limited Biden’s daily itinerary and shielded him from impromptu exchanges,” The Journal reported.

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☆ She kissed a woman on the Trans-Siberian Railway 32 years ago. Then she flew across the world to find her
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +16 min

The bus was ferrying travelers to the train station to board the Trans-Siberian railway. Like Marie-Claire, Elaine had been working in Japan for a while, teaching English. Flirting in MongoliaMarie-Claire and Elaine were strangers who happened to be both traveling via the Trans-Siberian railway. She also shared the news with her extended network of New York friends. Elaine, Marie-Claire and their son Marcello have a family motto, based around their shared initials, EMC.

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☆ OpenAI's latest model, GPT-4o, sounds a lot like a digital girlfriend. Some sex workers are rolling with it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. AdvertisementLinda, a phone sex operator, told Business Insider that artificial intelligence is being adopted by some in the sex work community, and she now regularly sees AI-generated images on profiles of fellow phone sex workers. "It's not for everyone, but, honestly, I think it's great — like you want a sex robot, guys — here ya go! " Representatives for OpenAI did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

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☆ The biggest bombshells from Michael Cohen's testimony were all in Trump's own words
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-13 | by ( Jacob Shamsian | Laura Italiano | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

But in his under-oath testimony for Trump's criminal trial Monday, Cohen placed Trump firmly in the room where it happened. AdvertisementIn 2015, Trump told Cohen he would run for president. When Cohen told Trump about it, his response was, "She's really beautiful," Cohen said. According to Cohen, Trump's goal was to postpone the payment until after the November 2016 election, at which point he didn't think it would matter. "I used quite a few expletives," complaining to Weisselberg, Cohen told jurors.

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☆ Blinken Tours China to Promote Some Ties, While the U.S. Severs Others
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Ana Swanson | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

It all went to emphasize the kind of economic, educational and cultural ties that the United States is pointedly holding up as beneficial for both countries. But hanging over those pleasantries during his visit to China this week are several steps the U.S. is taking to sever economic ties in areas where the Biden administration says they threaten American interests. Even as the Biden administration tries to stabilize the relationship with China, it is advancing several economic measures that would curb China’s access to the U.S. economy and technology. It is poised to raise tariffs on Chinese steel, solar panels and other crucial products to try to protect American factories from cheap imports. The president signed it on Wednesday, though the measure is likely to be challenged in court.

Persons: Antony J, Blinken, Biden, ByteDance Organizations: New, Biden Locations: Shanghai, New York, United States, China, U.S, Beijing

Sitting together last month, Graham and MBS spoke with Trump for roughly five minutes, two people familiar with the call told CNN. The call encapsulates how Trump looms over an agreement that US, Israeli and Saudi officials all see as vital to achieving lasting stability in the Middle East. Graham informed Biden officials of the call between MBS and Trump and says they understand why he wants to keep Trump in the loop. With the election looming and the region engulfed by turmoil over Israel’s war in Gaza, the window of opportunity is rapidly shrinking, people involved in the negotiations told CNN. “I think President Trump understands this is building on what he did,” Graham told CNN.

Persons: South Carolina Republican Sen, Lindsey Graham, Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, — Donald Trump, Graham, Joe Biden, Salman, Biden’s, Trump, Abraham, Biden, Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Evan Vucci, ”, ” Trump, “ They’re, That’s, “, ” Graham, Jamal Khashoggi, Sen, X.com Graham, Bibi Netanyahu, Benny Gantz, Jake Sullivan, Amos Hochstein, Antony Blinken, Jake, ” CNN’s Alex Marquardt Organizations: CNN, South Carolina Republican, Biden Administration, Trump, Saudi, Abraham Accords, Saudi Crown, White, MBS, New York Times, Biden, Republican, Graham, Saudi Press Agency, Israel, President’s National, US Locations: Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Saudi, Palestine, Bahrain, UAE, Washington, Gaza, Riyadh, NATO, Palestinian

☆ Yellen Faces Diplomatic Test in Urging China to Curb Green Energy Exports
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-05 | by ( Alan Rappeport | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

After three hours of meetings on Friday, Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen and Vice Premier He Lifeng of China sat down for a working dinner at the White Swan Hotel in Guangzhou, China. The evening activity was intended to give the pair, the top economic officials from the United States and China, an opportunity to go beyond talking points and build trust. The message represented a challenging test of economic diplomacy for Ms. Yellen. She wants China to dial back its industrial policy just as the United States is ramping up its own with trillions of dollars of subsidies for domestic clean energy industries. The new push against China’s exports threatens to inflame trade tensions between the world’s largest economies just as they have been working to stabilize relations.

Persons: Janet L, Yellen, Biden Organizations: Hotel Locations: China, Guangzhou, United States

☆ Don’t bother Larry David with menial pleasantries. He’s not interested
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-28 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Just like the version of himself that he plays on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” there are some things in life that Larry David can’t be bothered with. Wallace recalled a time he sent David a “thank you” text the day after they dined out together, because David had picked up the check. “Everybody’s sending all these next day ‘thank you’ texts. That’s enough.”And, while he’s at it, don’t even think about texting David “Happy New Year.” He probably won’t respond. Another occasion when it’s probably best to leave David alone is on his birthday, because responding to “happy birthday” messages, to the “Seinfeld” co-creator, feels more like “a job.”“I would rather not get the Happy Birthday text because I have to return it.

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☆ House GOP Biden inquiry stalls as impeachment becomes less likely
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-15 | by ( Annie Grayer | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +14 min

Hunter Biden arrives at the Thomas P. O'Neil Jr. House Office Building for a closed door deposition on February 28, in Washington, DC. Abbe Lowell makes a statement to the press following a closed-door deposition before the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and House Judiciary Committee in the O'Neill House Office Building on February 28, in Washington, DC. “He was well-prepared for the kind of questions,” Issa recounted of Hunter Biden. GOP focus shifts away from impeachment probeInvestigating the Biden family and going after President Biden was a top priority for House Republicans when they reclaimed the majority and got control of committees. GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana said the three Republican chairmen leading the impeachment inquiry have the same message: “They say we’re not in a position to go forward on impeachment.”

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After a yearlong investigation, Hur concluded that Biden mishandled classified material and improperly disclosed classified information as a private citizen. Here are four key things to look for in Tuesday’s high-stakes hearing:What will Hur say about Biden’s age and memory? (At 81, Biden is the oldest US president in history, though Donald Trump is only a few years younger at 77.) House Republicans are looking for Hur’s public testimony to provide fresh momentum to their sputtering impeachment inquiry into Biden. Hur’s approach will determine how easy, or hard, it is for lawmakers to extract the political moments that they want.

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☆ I'm 39, and I tell men I want to get married and have kids by the second date
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Melissa Persling | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I'd wonder how they could be so foolish as to divulge their innate longing for offspring at their advanced age. during a game of pool on a second date with a man drinking a light beer. I'm not exactly the ideal candidate for a man who wants to start a family the old-fashioned way. AdvertisementIn all honesty, dating at my age and with my goals requires patience and a healthy relationship with reality. In fact, I've spoken with and even dated several men who prefer dating women my age.

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☆ ‘I Was Running Late to Work One Morning So I Decided to Take a Taxi’
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

ImageLast FareDear Diary:I was running late to work one morning so I decided to take a taxi, a rare luxury. “You are not my last fare for the day. You are my last fare forever.”He explained that he was retiring that day after 45 years of driving a cab. As he took me to East Harlem from the Upper West Side, he reminisced about his career and the many famous passengers he had picked up. When we got to my destination, I told him I was honored to have been his last fare and wished him luck.

Persons: ”, — Diane LaGamma Locations: East Harlem

☆ Republicans to grill James Biden behind closed doors in critical interview as GOP looks for lifeline in impeachment probe
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Annie Grayer | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

Hunter Biden is expected to show for his closed-door interview next week, after intense deliberations that almost collapsed. The first check Republicans revealed went to Joe Biden in 2018 for $200,000 from James Biden and James’ wife Sara Biden. What other Biden family business associates have saidBeyond Fox and Langston, Republicans have recently interviewed a number of key Biden family business associates. Walker also attended a 2017 business meeting with Hunter Biden and Chinese business associates, where Joe Biden made an appearance. Another longtime Biden family business associate, Eric Schwerin, performed administrative and bookkeeping tasks for then-Vice President Joe Biden from 2009 to 2017.

Persons: Joe Biden, Hunter, James, Wednesday, Biden, Hunter Biden, Mike Johnson, —, David Weiss, Hunter Biden’s, Alexander Smirnov, Robert Hur’s, Biden’s, James Biden, James ’, Sara Biden, ”, James Comer, Comer, Carol Fox, ‘ Biden, ’, Fox, James Biden’s, Joseph Langston, Langston, “, “ Jimmy Biden, ” Langston, Rob Walker, Walker, Biden —, ” Walker, ‘, ’ ”, Eric Schwerin, ” Schwerin, Mervyn Yan, Kevin Morris, Tony Bobulinski, Georges Bergès, White, Bergès, ” Bergès Organizations: Republicans, GOP, CNN, FBI, Burisma Holdings, undercutting, White, Democratic, Banking, Republican, Biden, Kentucky Republican, Fox, Langston, “, White House Locations: South Korea, Washington ,, China, Kentucky, Americore, Romania, American

☆ Britain’s King Charles seen back at work for first time since cancer diagnosis
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Sophie Tanno | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —King Charles III has been seen back at work for the first time since revealing his cancer diagnosis. The monarch was filmed shaking hands with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as he arrived at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday afternoon. Though the King has stopped carrying out public engagements while he undergoes his cancer treatment, he is continuing with his duties as head of state. Prostate cancer has been ruled out to CNN by a royal source, who did not provide any further detail. Prince William, Charles’ son and the heir to the throne, and Queen Camilla are expected to take on more public engagements to account for Charles’ absence.

Persons: King Charles III, Rishi Sunak, King, Charles, Sunak, “, ” Sunak, “ I’ve, ”, Penny Mordaunt, Prince William, Charles ’, Queen Camilla, Mary Magdalene’s Organizations: CNN, British, Media, PA Media, Buckingham, Mary Locations: Buckingham, London, Sandringham, England

☆ I'm getting my husband's girlfriend a gift for Valentine's Day
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Lelia Gowland | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

When he started dating Pippy, at first, I felt unsettled by their closeness. It was from Pippy, Cole's girlfriend. But Cole's relationship with Pippy escalated more quickly than any of Cole's others, which left me unsettled. At one point, after the three of us struggled to navigate their escalating relationship, Pippy suggested she and I go for a walk. AdvertisementThis Valentine's Day, I'm more excited to celebrate my relationship with Pippy than I am to celebrate my 13th Valentine's Day with my husband.

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☆ Pregnancy forced me to confront my toxic relationship with alcohol
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-26 | by ( Lara Gibson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

After knowing I was pregnant I realized all my social events were based around alcohol. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementWhen the two lines flashed up on my pregnancy test three months ago, I knew my life was never going to be the same again. I expected sickness, tiredness, and strange cravings, but one thing I didn't imagine was that pregnancy would force me to confront my toxic relationship with alcohol. It's still early days, but I'm seriously considering keeping up my sobriety long after my pregnancy is over.

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☆ Bosses are having to teach employees to say 'hi' before discussing business, workplace expert says
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-27 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

A negotiation coach says some workers don't greet each other before diving into work, WSJ reports. NEW LOOK 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 . AdvertisementSome employees would rather skip all the pleasantries and get straight to business when talking to their coworkers. AdvertisementNo matter the reason, the social disconnect happening in many offices indicates a lack of trust, Cohen said, according to WSJ.

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☆ A migrant had just crossed the border when he found a scared, 9-year-old boy who needed help. The encounter changed them both
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-22 | by ( Catherine E. Shoichet | Thomas Lake | After Days Of Hiding Authorities | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +23 min

Chris Buchleitner and his mother, Dawn Tomko, went on many camping trips together, like the one shown here. With help on the way, Manuel could have headed on for Tucson or Phoenix. The local fire chief gave him a small stuffed horse, telling Manuel he’d been a hero in the wilderness, like the Lone Ranger. An orphaned boy moves to PennsylvaniaWhen Chris Buchleitner was still a baby, his parents made a plan for the worst-case scenario. Cordova, who now has seven children and four grandchildren, says he thought of his own children when he came across Chris Buchleitner in the Arizona wilderness.

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Taiwan's APEC envoy Morris Chang attends a press conference during the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit in San Francisco, California, U.S. November 17, 2023. REUTERS/Carlos Barria Acquire Licensing RightsSAN FRANCISCO, Nov 17 (Reuters) - Taiwan's APEC envoy Morris Chang said on Friday that he had informal interactions with U.S. President Joe Biden and discussions with Secretary of State Antony Blinken at a summit in San Francisco, but none with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The White House has not elaborated on those conditions, but Biden asked Xi to respect Taiwan's presidential election process next year, according to a U.S. official. Taiwan's envoy Chang said he supported those U.S. export controls on China. Reporting by Michael Martina in San Francisco and Ben Blanchard in Taipei; Editing by Chris Reese, Kim Coghill and Tom HogueOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Morris Chang, Carlos Barria, Joe Biden, Antony Blinken, Xi Jinping, Chang, Kamala Harris, Xi, Biden, Blinken, Fumio Kishida, Wang Wentao, Michael Martina, Ben Blanchard, Chris Reese, Kim Coghill, Tom Hogue Organizations: APEC, Economic Cooperation, REUTERS, FRANCISCO, U.S, Japanese, Biden, China's, Thomson Locations: Asia, San Francisco , California, U.S, San Francisco, Taiwan, Taipei, Beijing, Thailand, China, United States, Washington

☆ Car Talk and Birthday Wishes Punctuate Biden’s ‘Trust but Verify’ Diplomacy
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-16 | by ( Katie Rogers | More About Katie Rogers | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

“You know what they call that car?” Mr. Biden asked Mr. Xi. Mr. Biden wished Mr. Xi’s wife a happy birthday. Mr. Xi replied with embarrassment that he had forgotten her birthday was approaching because he had been working so much. At another point, Mr. Biden brandished a picture of a younger Mr. Xi standing on the Golden Gate Bridge. Mr. Biden eventually pierced the “Kumbaya” moment by telling reporters after the carefully coordinated summit that he still considered the Chinese leader a dictator.

Persons: Mr, Biden, Xi, ’, Xi’s, “, ‘, Mao Ning, Biden’s, Donald J, Trump, —, Vladimir V, Putin, Kim Jong Organizations: Economic Cooperation, Mr, North Locations: United States, China, Asia, Washington, Russia, Helsinki, North Korean, Lago, Florida

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen poses for a photo with Taiwan's APEC representative and TSMC founder Morris Chang at a press conference in Taipei, Taiwan November 10, 2023. REUTERS/Ann Wang Acquire Licensing RightsTAIPEI, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Taiwan is working on securing a one-on-one meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden and the island's representative at this week's APEC summit in San Francisco, but there is no message planned for China, a senior Taiwanese official said. "The two sides are discussing related arrangements," Koo said when asked whether Chang plans to hold an one-on-one meeting with Biden at APEC. Tensions over Taiwan are likely to feature when Biden meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at the summit. Chang briefly met with Xi at last year's APEC summit in Bangkok, and discussed semiconductors with U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris.

Persons: Tsai Ing, Morris Chang, Ann Wang, Joe Biden, Wellington Koo, Biden, Koo, Chang, Xi Jinping, Xi, Tsai, Kamala Harris, Yimou Lee, Ben Blanchard, Michael Martina, Trevor Hunnicutt, Gerry Doyle Organizations: Taiwan's APEC, REUTERS, Rights, U.S, APEC, Economic Cooperation, Taiwan's National Security Council, U.S . State Department, Thomson Locations: Taipei, Taiwan, Rights TAIPEI, San Francisco, China, Asia, Beijing, Wellington, United States, Washington, U.S, Bangkok

[1/4] Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen poses for a photo with Taiwan's APEC representative and TSMC founder Morris Chang at a press conference in Taipei, Taiwan November 10, 2023. REUTERS/Ann Wang Acquire Licensing RightsTAIPEI, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Taiwan will stress the importance of peace in the region at next week's APEC summit, President Tsai Ing-wen said on Friday, one of the few international bodies both Taiwan and China are members of and where their officials meet. The 21-member Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum will meet in San Francisco for the 30th APEC summit, the first hosted by the United States since 2011. Neither the president nor Chang, representing Tsai for the sixth time at an APEC summit, took questions. Chang, 92, had a brief chat with Xi at last year's APEC summit in Bangkok, a rare high-level interaction.

Persons: Tsai Ing, Morris Chang, Ann Wang, Tsai, Chang, Xi, Sarah Wu, Ben Blanchard, Stephen Coates Organizations: Taiwan's APEC, REUTERS, Rights, APEC, Economic Cooperation, TSMC, Thomson Locations: Taipei, Taiwan, Rights TAIPEI, China, Asia, San Francisco, United States, Beijing, pleasantries, Chang, Bangkok

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