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☆ I flew 33 hours to Vietnam but was denied entry because of a common travel mistake I'll never make again
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Jill Schildhouse | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

I travel often, but my recent trip to Vietnam was the first time I had issues entering a country. I was denied entry because my visa didn't have my middle name, but my passport did. It turns out the two documents didn't match: My middle name was on my passport but not my visa. Prasit Rodphan / ShutterstockVisa applications can be denied if your name doesn't match the one on your passport, and I'd missed this discrepancy. AdvertisementI'm glad I was able to continue on my trip, and I'll never travel again without money on hand for emergencies.

Persons: —, It'd, I've, couldn't, I'd, I'm, Cash Organizations: Service Locations: Vietnam, Phoenix, Dallas, Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh City, Prasit, Japan

☆ I flew 33 hours to Vietnam but was denied entry because of a common travel mistake that I'll never make again
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Jill Schildhouse | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

I travel often but my recent trip to Vietnam was the first time I had issues entering a country. I was denied entry because my visa didn't have my middle name on it, but my passport did. It turns out they didn't match: My middle name was on my passport but not on my visa. AdvertisementI'm glad I was able to continue on my trip — and I'll never travel again without money on hand for emergencies. Cash is still king in most places, and I'm lucky this mistake only cost me a few bills and few hours.

Persons: —, I've, I'd, I'm, Cash Organizations: Service Locations: Vietnam, Phoenix, Dallas, Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh City, Prasit, Japan

☆ These are America's best states for quality of life in 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Scott Cohn | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +13 min

A married couple with a median income can expect to pay nearly 15% of it on child care, according to Child Care Aware of America. 2024 Quality of Life Score: 211 out of 325 points (Top States Grade: B) Strengths: Worker Protections, Inclusiveness, Reproductive Rights Weaknesses: Child Care, Air Quality9. 2024 Quality of Life Score: 213 out of 325 points (Top States Grade: B) Strengths: Worker Protections, Inclusiveness, Voting Rights, Reproductive Rights Weaknesses: Crime, Air Quality, Child Care, Health Care7. 2024 Quality of Life Score: 222 out of 325 points (Top States Grade: B+) Strengths: Health, Air Quality, Crime Weakness: Child Care6. 2024 Quality of Life Score: 265 out of 325 points (Top States Grade: A) Strengths: Crime, Child Care, Health Care, Inclusiveness Weakness: Air Quality1.

Persons: York Alexander Spatari, Brent Doscher, Colin Keaveney, —, Michael Pomante, United Democracy Institute . Long, Jay Inslee, Maine Daniel Grill, Mount Mansfield, Corey Hendrickson Organizations: Companies, Business, Oxfam America, FBI, America ., Care, Getty, United Health Foundation, Center, Election Innovation, Research, Health, Massachusetts People, Financial, First Street Foundation, Connecticut, Washington State, of Columbia, Arizona —, Oregon, Guttmacher Institute . Oregon, United Democracy Institute ., Center for Public, Oregon —, Washington, Evergreen, Democratic Gov, iStock, Mayo Clinic, North Star State, Reproductive, National Conference of State Legislatures, Vermont Locations: States, York, America, America . New York, New Hampshire Cavan, Cavan, Granite State, —, New Hampshire, Research , New Hampshire, Boston Harbor, Boston , Massachusetts, Bay, Massachusetts, New England, Connecticut, England, California, Golden State, Arizona, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii, Idaho, Bend , Oregon, Oregon, Beaver, Washington, Mt, Rainier, Park, Columbia's, Minnesota, New Jersey, Jersey, Maine, Northeast, Mount

☆ You could 'miss the opportunity' with company stock, experts say. Here are the key things to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Kate Dore | Cfp | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

However, the taxes can be complicated, depending on the type of stock options. But even with an initial discount, there's no guarantee a company's stock price won't decrease after exercising a stock option. Restricted stock units are 'like a cash bonus'Another benefit, restricted stock units, or RSUs, are company shares granted upon hiring, which vest over time. "We like to establish a target of what they like to hold in company stock," said Garasic, who aims to keep allocations of a single stock to 10% or less. Employee stock purchase plans offer ‘free money’Many publicly traded companies may also offer discounted company shares via an employee stock purchase plan, or ESPP.

Persons: Bruce Brumberg, Ransom, Cooper, Matthew Garasic, vesting, Garasic, there's, Kristin McKenna Organizations: LanaStock, Getty, Zenith Wealth Partners, National Association of Stock Plan, Management, Darrow Wealth, Darrow Wealth Management, CNBC Locations: Pittsburgh, Boston

☆ U.S. curbs on China to rise as 'decoupling is really in full force,' expert warns, amid possible TikTok ban
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-12 | by ( Sheila Chiang | In Sheilachiang | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

"The question is to what extent and how broad will it be," Okun told CNBC's "Street Signs Asia" on Monday. House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters the TikTok divesture bill will be on the floor on Wednesday. The Committee wants a "reset," with China Okun said. It is going to apply certainly into biotech – I think this is the sector you want to watch next." The U.S. Senate voted earlier this month to approve a bill that could restrict business with Chinese biotech firms, such as WuXi AppTec and BGI, on national security concerns.

Persons: Steven Okun, Okun, CNBC's, Mike Johnson, China Okun Organizations: APAC Advisors, ByteDance, Chinese Communist Party, U.S, Senate Locations: China, America, U.S, WuXi

☆ The 4 types of emotionally immature parents, from passive to reactive
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-09 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Instead, she focuses on four main types of emotionally immature parents and how they impact their kids. Here are the four types of emotionally immature parents. In her book, "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents," Gibson refers to reactive parents as "emotional parents" because these parents feel like they're ruled by their feelings. "The passive parent can actually be emotionally present with the child more than any of the other three types," Gibson said. Emotionally absent parentsZinkevych/Getty ImagesUnlike the passive parent who ignores conflict or hard emotions, an emotionally absent parent essentially acts like their child doesn't exist, Gibson said.

Persons: —, Lindsay C, Gibson, laflor, you've, they're, Zinkevych Organizations: Service, Business

☆ Interior designers share 5 bathroom trends that'll be huge next year and 5 that will be out
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-01 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Nature-inspired elements help to create a serene environment. Stone sinks look calming. Prasit photo/Getty ImagesInterior designer and founder of Dream Home Making Elizabeth Grace said there's a rising trend in embracing nature-inspired elements like organic materials and botanical accents. According to the expert, the trend promotes "a sense of tranquility and wellness, fostering a connection with nature amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life." People can incorporate organic elements into their spaces through natural-stone sinks, wooden vanities, or even calming potted plants.

Persons: Elizabeth Grace, there's

☆ These are the fastest growing destinations for digital nomads—9 of them are in Asia
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-24 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

1 fastest-growing remote work hub: Tokyo, JapanTokyo took the top spot as the fastest-growing destination for digital nomads. The city saw a 67% increase in digital nomads from 2018 to 2022, according to Nomad List. Tokyo, Japan ranked as the fastest growing destination for digital nomads. Da Nang saw a growth of 99% over the last five years and a 107% growth in 2023 so far of digital nomads. Seoul, South Korea ranked in the top three of the fastest growing destination for digital nomads.

Persons: Marco Bottigelli, Japan doesn't, Linh Pham, Vietnam Ho Chi, Da Nang Organizations: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Bloomberg, Fortune, New York's, Afp, Getty Images Locations: Tokyo, Japan Tokyo, Japan, New York, Ba Na, Da Nang, Getty Images Tokyo, Japan Da Nang , Vietnam Seoul, South Korea Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Penang, Malaysia Montevideo, Uruguay Manila, Philippines Hanoi, Vietnam, Vietnam Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Delhi, India, Nang, U.S, Da, Seoul, South Korea

What young investors wantRecent survey data indicates that Cohen isn't alone. And active young investors are willing to give up returns to see that goal through. Nearly a fifth of the Gen Z investors said they would accept returns between 9% and 11.8%, rather than the full 12% average return. The data comes as accountability measures and standards for ESG investing are hotly debated. "What we see with ESG investing is that it creates something that you can signal to other people."

Persons: Hannah Cohen, Cohen, Cohen isn't, X, Gen, boomers, Matthew Ivler, I'm, Ivler, Joe Biden, Julie O'Brien, O'Brien Organizations: Energy ETF, Global, Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF, U.S . Bank, Chevron, Edison International, Resources ETF, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Rock Center, Corporate Governance, Hoover Institution, U.S . Department of Labor, Republicans Locations: Washington

☆ Overconfidence can be 'a pathway to poor portfolio performance,' says chief investment officer. How to check your ego
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-19 | by ( Greg Iacurci | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

"It's very easy to have an impression of, 'Actually, I know a lot and haven't been proven wrong,'" Egan said. For example, investors can fall prey to "confirmation bias," whereby they seek out evidence in social media circles that confirms a previously held but potentially false belief. When an investment is trendy, 'start watching yourself'Overconfidence bias in investing tends to manifest most often with get-rich-quick type investment decisions, Egan said. "That's when you need to start watching yourself," he said. Similarly, overconfidence may lead rushed investors to accidentally buy the wrong stock, Egan said.

☆ These are 20 countries that offer 'golden visas' to wealthy immigrants — with costs ranging from $19,000 in Thailand to $2.5 million in Australia
▼ + stars: | 2022-08-17 | by ( Hannah Towey | Business News Reporter | Read More | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Australia: $2.5 million minimum investment requiredSydney, Australia with Harbor Bridge and Sydney skyline during sunset. Prasit photoThere are four different ways to receive a residency visa through Australia's "Business Innovation and Investment Program," which allows recipients to live and run a business in Australia. After five years, visa recipients can apply for citizenship status, according to Henley & Partners, an investment migration consultancy based in London. Investor: Applicants must invest at least AUD 2.5 million in Australian investments that meet certain requirements. Significant Investor: Applicants must invest at least AUD 5 million in Australian investments that meet certain requirements.

☆ Moldova se sufocă de căldură! Află cum să te protejezi de caniculă
▼ + stars: | 2021-06-25 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: +1 min

Oamenii spun că în aceste zile de foc, singurul lucru care-i ajută este un pahar cu apă rece. Bem apă foarte multă, la umbră nu stăm că avem de prăşit. Bem apă câte doi litri pe zi chiar şi noaptea." - Ajută, ajută. Astăzi a treia zi am vândut foarte mult.

Persons: Bem, Brusc Locations: Piaţa, Capitală, cvas

☆ Hotelul Național a scos Primăria pe terenul acuzațiilor. Chironda: „Nu m-am angajat la cineva acasă la prășit via. Ca să demolezi, trebuie să știi ce va fi în loc”
▼ + stars: | 2021-06-17 | by ( Https | Www.Facebook.Com Unimedia.Info | Ion Ceban | ) unimedia.info time to read: +2 min

Eu nu m-am angajat la cineva acasă la prășit via, eu am venit să schimb lucrurile pentru oamenii din Chișinău. Nu că nu trebuie demolat, dar trebuie respectată o procedură, ca să demolez trebuie să știi ce va fi în loc”, a declarat Chironda, la Cutia Neagră de la TV8. Viceprimarul Victor Chironda a venit cu o replică la declarațiile făcute de către primarul capitalei Ion Ceban. „Dacă voia să afle detalii despre starea mea de sănătate nu avea decât să răspundă la telefoane și mesaje”, a scris Chironda într-o postare pe facebook. Edilul capitalei, Ion Ceban, a spus că va oferi mai multe comentarii despre declarațiile făcute de adjunctul său, Victor Chironda, ce vizează demolarea Hotelului Național, la întoarcerea din deplasarea din România.

Persons: Dogotaru, Victor Chironda, Ion, Chironda Organizations: TV8 Locations: Chișinău, România

☆ Chironda despre eventuala sa demisie din funcția de viceprimar
▼ + stars: | 2021-06-17 | by ( ) www.ipn.md time to read: +2 min

Chironda despre eventuala sa demisie din funcția de viceprimarViceprimarul Chișinăului Victor Chironda recunoaște să relația sa cu primarul capitalei a devenit tensionată de mai mult timp, iar scandalul din jurul demolării hotelului Național este doar vârful aisbergului. Potrivit viceprimarului Victor Chironda, demolarea hotelului Național ar fi prematură, iar planul viitorului complex ce ar urma să apară în locul hotelului contravine normelor urbanistice. Ca să demolezi hotelul trebuie să știi ce construiești în loc”, a spus Victor Chironda în cadrul emisiunii „Cutia Neagră” de la TV8. Eu n-am venit din drum”, a spus Victor Chironda. La 12 iunie au avut loc consultări publice privind planul urbanistic de detaliu al spațiului pe care este amplasat hotelul Național.

Persons: Victor Chironda, Chironda, Ceban, Dogotaru, Svetlana Dogotaru Organizations: Hotelul, TV8

☆ VIDEO/ Amintiri din orfelinat. Povestea Ecaterinei: „Duc o luptă cu mine însămi, cu Ecaterina - cu copilul din mine”
▼ + stars: | 2021-06-01 | by ( Daniela Calmis | ) www.zdg.md time to read: +19 min

Despre ieșirea sa din aceste instituții tânăra vorbește ca despre o evadare și o șansă de a deveni o personalitate. Ea tot a fost aici cu mine, doar că noi am aflat că suntem surori abia când am ajuns aici. Dar ea a fost o soră bună și este o soră bună, care tot timpul m-a apărat. Copilăria mea a fost o copilărie grea, pentru că am crescut la orfelinat și copilăria mea a fost toată acolo. Dar… îmi e frică, îmi e foarte, foarte frică să-i ocărăsc.

Persons: Pitula, Ecaterina, ZdG, Ea, . Ea, Ecaterina Pitula, !, cela, tifonul cela, ., Moldova, Ecaterina ., adoptivă, Elia Cernolevschi, Maia Bănărescu Organizations: Copilului, Banca Locations: Bălți, Fălești, orfelinatele, Moldova, geaca, prășit, orfelinat, .

☆ Un grup de veterani au protestat în fața Parlamentului. Manifestanții au cerut alegeri anticipate
▼ + stars: | 2020-11-19 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: 1 min

În timp ce deputații s-au întrunit în ședință, în fața Parlamentului s-a adunat un grup de veterani, care au cerut dizolvarea actualului Legislativ și organizarea alegerilor anticipate. În opinia manifestanților, actualii aleși ai poporului nu merită să ocupe fotoliile de deputat, deoarece sunt implicați în scheme de corupție. Veteranii au declarat că deputații ar trebui să plece din Parlament la prășit, la îngrijit bătrâni în Italia, pentru a vedea cum trăiește „lumea paralelă”.

Locations: Legislativ, prășit, Italia

☆ Şi-au găsit dreptatea după 10 ani. Verdict în cazul minorelor din Bender exploatate prin muncă în gospodăriile agricole din Anenii Noi
▼ + stars: | 2020-09-15 | by ( ) tvrmoldova.md time to read: +2 min

15.09.2020 10:15 Sursa foto:TVR Moldova Vizualizari:Şi-au găsit dreptatea după 10 ani. Procurorii au demonstrat că, în iunie 2010, inculpaţii, aflând-se în or.Bender, au recrutat 3 minore la munci agricole în localitatea Hârbovăţ, Anenii Noi. În drum spre destinaţie, însă, aceştia au făcut un popas în raionul Căuşeni, unde minorele au fost adăpostite într-o locuinţă din satul Chircăieşti. Aici fetele au fost abuzate sexual, acţiuni pentru care persoanele vinovate au fost condamnate într-o cauză penală separată. Pe 1 iulie 2010 minorele au încercat să evadeze însă fără succes, fiind depistate, bătute şi impuse să presteze în continuare munci agricole.

Persons: Procurorii, minorele, inculpaţii Organizations: Procuratura, Apel Locations: Bender, Anenii Noi, şedinţe, achitări, Hârbovăţ, destinaţie, Căuşeni, copilele, Justiţie

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