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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.

Persons: Tom King, King, Robert Harras, King's, Tom, they'd, —, Eisner, Lady Shiva, Ryan Sook King, they're, nothing's, Damon Lindelof, Chris Mundy, Hal Jordan, Kyle Chandler, John Stewart, Aaron Pierre, Neal Adams, Neal, Damon, Chris Organizations: CIA, HBO, Marvel, Columbia University, Department of Justice, Business, Pearl, DC Comics, DC, Corps Locations: Los Angeles, New York, Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan

☆ Store-brand stuff is having a moment
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementShoppers are still buying store brands at the grocery store and beyond to save money. Retailers from Walmart to Amazon Fresh have launched new store brands this year. Shoppers are still reaching for store-brand items to save money on everything from organic milk to business casual clothing — even as inflation slows. AdvertisementCircana said store brands made up 25.5% of grocery items sold in 2023, up from 24.7% the previous year. AdvertisementAldi quality tests 35,000 products a year for its store brands, Patton said.

Persons: John Rainey, Target, Nordstrom, Nordstrom's, Peter Nordstrom, Circana, Scott Patton, Patton Organizations: Private, Retailers, Walmart, Amazon, Shoppers, Unilever, Procter, Gamble, Saver, Nordstrom, Aldi, Aldi USA

Learn moreRight now, Solo Stove is having its biggest sale of the year for Black Friday — up to 50% off all fire pits, pizza ovens, camping stoves, furniture, and other backyard and outdoor gear. The best Black Friday Solo Stove dealsStaff Pick Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 Fire Pit $229.99 $249.99 Save 8% The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 is the best fire pit we've tested because its design facilitates blazing fires with minimal smoke. View at Solo Stove What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Didn't live up to "smokeless" advertisingStaff Pick Solo Stove Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit $39.99 $79.99 Save 50% The Solo Stove Mesa is the best small fire pit we tested. View at Solo StoveBlack Friday Solo Stove FAQsHow does a Solo Stove fire pit work?

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☆ MBB explained: How hard it is to get hired and what it's like to work for the prestigious strategy consulting firms, McKinsey, Bain, and BCG
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Kelsey Vlamis | Lakshmi Varanasi | Tim Paradis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementMcKinsey, Bain, and BCG are top strategy consulting firms with low acceptance rates. McKinsey & Company, Bain & Company, and Boston Consulting Group — collectively referred to as MBB — are widely considered the top three strategy consulting firms in the world. Sometimes referred to as the Big Three, MBB firms are among the most prestigious consulting firms and their clients include many Fortune 500 companies as well as government agencies. MBB firms typically offer highly competitive salaries, generally paying more than other consulting firms, and often come with demanding work responsibilities and expectations. The MBB firms are strategy and management consulting firms.

Persons: Jessica Apotheker, Jobs, It's, Bob Sternfels, Christoph Schweizer, Rich Lesser, Amber Grewal, Alicia Pittman, BCG's, Bain & Company Bain, Bain, Christophe De Vusser, Davis Nguyen Organizations: McKinsey, Bain, Fortune, McKinsey & Company, Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Big, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Company McKinsey, Business, Boston Consulting, Financial Times, undergrads Locations: New York City, undergrad, Boston

Our experts are rounding up all the best Black Friday gaming laptop deals so you can snag a great price on a powerful new system. Though more of an entry-level gaming option, the A15 is one of our picks for the best budget gaming laptops you can buy. These Black Friday gaming laptop deals are set to last until midnight PT, but some could extend into the weekend and Cyber Monday. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonBlack Friday gaming laptop FAQsIs Black Friday a good time to shop for gaming laptop deals?

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☆ Post Market Wrap: November 29, 2024
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ ByteDance has sued a former intern for $1.1 million over claims he sabotaged an AI training project, reports say
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementByteDance has sued a former intern for $1.1 million, per Chinese media reports. The TikTok owner claims he sabotaged an AI model training project by modifying code. TikTok owner ByteDance has filed a lawsuit seeking damages of $1.1 million against a former intern it has accused of sabotaging an AI training project, according to local media reports. Multiple Chinese media outlets reported this week that ByteDance is seeking 8 million yuan, about $1.1 million, and a public apology. Tian's LinkedIn profile states that he has been a research intern at ByteDance's VC team and AI lab since 2021.

Persons: ByteDance, Tian Keyu, Tian, Tian didn't Organizations: China Morning Post, BBC, ByteDance's, Business, Chinese Communist Party Locations: Beijing

For example, right now, you can take 10% off a $100 Uber gift card or 20% off a $50 Spafinder gift card. As Black Friday sales tend to come and go, check this page often as we continue to update with new gift card deals. The best Black Friday gift card dealsInstacart $100 Gift Card $100.00 Instacart is a handy way to get ahold of your groceries without ever leaving the house. View at AmazonGap Options Gift Card $9.00 $10.00 Save 10% Take 10% off any denomination between $10 and $500 gift card using promo code SHOPEARLY. View at Giftcard.comBlack Friday gift cards FAQWhat is the best gift card to give?

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☆ Intel's annual median pay has been stagnant compared to peers like Nvidia and Microsoft
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Helen Li | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementIntel's median employee pay rose 4% in five years, lagging behind other tech firms. Other tech companies like Nvidia and Microsoft increased pay by at least 12%. Intel's median employee pay has only increased by 4% over the past five years, an analysis of annual proxy statements filed with the SEC showed. Related Video Nearly 50,000 tech workers have been laid off — but there's a hack to avoid layoffsIn 2019, Intel's average employee pay was $96,300. Besides stagnating pay, Intel employees have seen other setbacks.

Persons: Pat Gelsinger Organizations: Nvidia, Microsoft, Intel, SEC, Big Tech, AMD, Qualcomm, Business, Department of, Industry, Bloomberg Locations: Ohio, Phoenix

☆ How will Beijing respond to Trump’s cabinet of China hawks?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Nectar Gan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

Hong Kong CNN —One called China an “existential threat.” Another called for a “whole-of-society effort” to confront China and was sanctioned – twice – by Beijing. “If you look at Trump’s team, most, if not all, are China hawks. His nominee for secretary of state, Sen. Marco Rubio, is known in China as the “anti-China vanguard” and currently sanctioned by Beijing. “Many of the hardliners indeed want a full confrontation and decoupling with China, but is that truly Trump’s objective for US-China relations? And in the eyes of Beijing, Rubio is not even the worst pick, according to Chinese experts.

Persons: Donald Trump’s, Elon Musk, ”, Yun Sun, “, China –, Trump, –, Hal Brands, Brands, Mike Waltz, Sen, Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, Wu Xinbo, Aaron Schwartz, SIPPL, Tesla, ” Sun, Beijing’s, Musk, Lyle Morris, Trump’s, Scott Bessent, ” Jamieson Greer, who’s, Robert Lighthizer, Greer, Wu, Rubio, Mike, Pompeo, ” Wu, ” Pompeo, Biden, Leon Neal, Wang Yiwei, Lai Ching, Taiwan ”, JD Vance, Xi, he’s, Wang Organizations: Hong Kong CNN, Observers, Trump, Stimson, National Security Council, Johns Hopkins School, International, Chinese Communist Party, Beijing, FOX News, Center for American Studies, Shanghai’s Fudan University, Elon, Asia Society Policy Institute, Fudan University, Getty Images Taiwan, Renmin University, Taiwan, Industry, Wall Street Locations: Hong Kong, China, –, Beijing, United States of America, Washington, America, Taiwan, crackdowns, Xinjiang, Taipei, Ukraine, Asia

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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Top Black Friday MacBook deals include a $200 discount on Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 processor and a $300 discount on the 16-inch model with M4 Pro processor. The best Black Friday MacBook dealsApple MacBook Air 13-inch M2 (2022) $749.00 $999.00 Save 25% The 2022 MacBook Air introduced Apple's M2 processor, which improved performance over the M1 version. View at Amazon Highlights New, larger display for the MacBook AirPowerful performance at a more reasonable price than the ProApple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 (2024) $844.00 $1,099.00 Save 23% The 2024 MacBook Air uses the same redesign Apple first introduced with the 2022 MacBook Air. Various MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models are now down to all-time low prices. Apple's MacBook offerings are separated into two main lineups: the MacBook Air series and the MacBook Pro series.

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The best Apple Watch deals right now include 18% off the Apple Watch Series 10, our top pick in our guide to the best Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the latest Black Titanium color option is 10% off, and the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) is up to 40% off. Two years since launchBlack Friday Apple Watch FAQsWhat's the best Apple Watch? Check out our Apple Watch SE (2022) review and our Apple Watch Ultra 2 review. We've encountered people who can't live without the always-on display on the Apple Watch Series and Ultra models and others who don't mind the feature's exclusion on the Apple Watch SE.

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☆ Emma Hayes: Why USWNT’s match against England means so much to head coach
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Amanda Davies | Samuel Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Saturday’s friendly between the England Lionesses and the US Women’s National Team (USWNT) is much anticipated for a number of reasons, but it holds extra significance for Emma Hayes. The 48-year-old was named as USA head coach in 2023 and began working in the role in May this year. The upcoming match at Wembley Stadium sees her return to her home city, where she made history in English soccer with west London side Chelsea. “I think it will be tricky when the national anthem plays,” Hayes told CNN Sport’s Amanda Davies. ‘I’ve always wanted to create these situations’Hayes started her coaching career in New York before serving as an assistant coach at Arsenal and a stint in charge of the National Women’s Soccer League’s Chicago Red Stars.

Persons: CNN —, Emma Hayes, ” Hayes, Amanda Davies, “, ‘ I’ve, ’ Hayes, Hayes, Chelsea, Molly Darlington, Sarina Wiegman, ”, “ I’ve, Claudio Villa, Brit Organizations: CNN, England, US, National, Wembley, Chelsea, American, USA, TNT Sports, Arsenal, Soccer, Chicago Red Stars, Super League, Reuters, FIFA, Paris Olympics, Germany, Paris Locations: USA, London, New York, England

☆ The Container Store could be the next big chain to go bankrupt
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

New York CNN —Even the power of Marie Kondo may not be enough to save the Container Store. In 2019 and 2020, the Container Store got a big boost from “Tidying Up,” the hit Netflix show from the home de-cluttering evangelist. Credit rating agencies rank the Container Store as one of the most financially distressed companies in the retail industry. The Container Store had been set to receive a much-needed $40 million financial lifeline from Beyond, the owner of Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.com, that would have put Bed Bath & Beyond products on Container Store shelves. “The rise of platforms like Temu have given consumers some much cheaper options for the type of products Container Store sells,” Saunders said.

Persons: Marie Kondo, Kondo, Marie, Melissa Reiff, Joann Fabric, Justin Sullivan, Tim Hynes, ” Neil Saunders, Satish Malhotra, “, ” Saunders, Christina Boni, ”, “ It’s Organizations: New, New York CNN, Netflix, Research, Bed, GlobalData, CNN, Target, Container, ModernRetail, Walmart, Moody’s Locations: New York, Amazon

☆ Trump's tariffs could make your next car more expensive
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

AdvertisementDonald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise car prices, impacting US and European automakers. Tariffs may cost carmakers 17% of annual earnings and lead to credit downgrades, per S&P Global. President-elect Donald Trump's new tariff proposals could hit American and European carmakers hard — and could push prices up for your next car. AdvertisementHigher tariffs could hit General Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Stellantis, and Volvo hardest, S&P Global said. These tariffs could push car prices higher and lead Americans to dig deeper into their wallets for another vehicle.

Persons: Donald Trump's, Kelley, Trump, Joe Biden's, Claudia Sheinbaum, Justin Trudeau, Sheinbaum, Trudeau, Friday Organizations: P Global, General Motors, Rover, Volvo, EU, Motors, BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Mercedes, Benz, Trump, Commerce Department, Business, Canada's Locations: European, Canada, Mexico, Wells, United States

☆ Ted Danson says he's thankful for not meeting his wife earlier
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Amanda Goh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementTed Danson is thankful he didn't meet his wife, Mary Steenburgen, until later in life. "I was not really fully emotionally baked until shortly before I met Mary," Danson told People. Ted Danson has one thing to be grateful for this year — not meeting his wife, Mary Steenburgen, until later in life. The year before he met Steenburgen, he made a commitment to work on himself. AdvertisementDanson and Steenburgen met in 1983 when he auditioned to play her on-screen husband in "Cross Creek."

Persons: Ted Danson, didn't, Mary Steenburgen, Mary, Danson, Steenburgen, Steenburgen would've, Lindsay C, Gibson, Dr Organizations: Business

☆ How to 'tariff-hedge' your European portfolio, according to TS Lombard
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Holly Ellyatt | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

As Europe faces the prospect of tariffs on its exports to the United States, TS Lombard has advised investors in the region on how to "tariff-hedge" their portfolios. This week he announced that Mexico, Canada and China would be the first countries in the firing line. In a note this week, Davide Oneglia, director of European and global macro at TS Lombard, advised European investors to address their "tariff risk" by looking at their exposure "in the way Donald Trump ... does, i.e. Selective approach Secondly, the economist noted that while it makes sense in the near term to stay underweight European stocks in aggregate relative to U.S. stocks, investors appear "too dismissive" of opportunities in EU markets. It's also likely that Trump will be open to negotiating with EU countries – and, potentially, with EU businesses, T.S.

Persons: Lombard, Donald Trump, Trump, Davide Oneglia, Oneglia, Lombard's Oneglia, It's Organizations: European Union, U.S, Lombard, Airbus, EU, Nasdaq, Trump Locations: Europe, United States, Mexico, Canada, China, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Italy, Germany, France, Ireland, Austria, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, U.S, T.S

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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☆ Trump will decide the future of government money for healthcare plans. Letting it expire could save money, but the middle class might pay more.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Allie Kelly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Biden's enhanced ACA subsidies, which lowered premiums for the middle class, will expire in 2025. Biden's expansion increased the financial assistance for people already on ACA plans and lifted the income eligibility cap for those benefits. Related storiesHow ending ACA subsidies would impact Americans and government spendingEnding subsidies would be cheaper for the government and taxpayers. Some Republicans like Vice President-elect JD Vance have said they want to inject needed competition into the health insurance marketplace. Still, Young said letting the ACA subsidies expire will likely mean that healthcare will become more expensive for millions of people.

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View at VerizonApple iPhone 16 series, iPad, and Apple Watch bundle (Verizon) $0.00 $2,000.00 Save 100% New and existing Verizon customers can trade-in any phone in any condition from Apple, Google, or Samsung to get the iPhone 16 Pro free. View at VerizonApple iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch, and iPad bundle (AT&T) $0.00 $1,930.00 Save 100% AT&T is offering up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max, and up to $700 off the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus bundled with the Apple Watch SE and 10th-generation iPad for $0.99 per month each for 36 months. Those who prioritize premium features, like Apple's 120Hz ProMotion display, the most powerful iPhone processor, and a 5x zoom lens, will appreciate the iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max. For more details, check out our guide to the best iPhones, our iPhone 16 review, and our iPhone 16 Pro review. With carrier deals, you're effectively trading flexibility for a free (or almost free) iPhone.

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☆ Uber and Lyft drivers say Waymo's robotaxis are hurting their earnings in Phoenix and LA
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jacob Zinkula | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementUber and Lyft drivers in Phoenix and LA have said driverless taxis are hurting their earnings. Some Uber and Lyft drivers have said the driverless taxis operating in their markets are driving down their earnings. Some drivers told BI this was already happening. AdvertisementRestrictions on robotaxis could help reduce competitionJohn, a 43-year-old Uber and Lyft driver in Phoenix, said he thought Waymo One's robotaxis had hurt his earnings. He sometimes asks his passengers about their experiences using driverless taxis to get a better understanding of his competition.

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Learn moreBlack Friday is here and if you were hoping to snag some Patagonia on sale, you're in luck. The brand is not hosting a traditional Black Friday sale, but there are still many ways to save big on all things Patagonia. We've aggregated pieces from both sites to get you the best deals. The best Black Friday Patagonia dealsThe best Patagonia deals include hoodies, fleeces, backpacks, and much more. Check out our roundup of all of the best Black Friday deals.

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☆ Photos show inside the rebuilt Notre Dame Cathedral ahead of its reopening
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Mikhaila Friel | Nathan Rennolds | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

AdvertisementNotre Dame Cathedral in Paris is set to reopen on December 7. Take a look at new images of the restored cathedral below. Notre Dame Cathedral, one of Paris' most iconic buildings, is set to reopen its doors on December 7, more than five years on from the devastating fire that ravaged its roof and toppled its spire. In a post on X, Macron shared a photo, writing alongside it: "Achieving the impossible together. Business Insider has compiled some images of the restored building below.

Persons: It's, Archbishop, Emmanuel Macron, Macron Organizations: Notre Dame Cathedral, Notre Dame, That's Locations: Paris, That's France

☆ JPMorgan's top biotech stock picks for 2025 as sector looks for a comeback year
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Sean Conlon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

While 2024 marked another "challenging" year for biotech stocks, some names could be slated for upside in the months ahead, according to JPMorgan. That said, biotech stocks specifically have not seen nearly the same level of gains. Wall Street is mostly bullish on Vertex, as 21 of the 35 analysts covering the stock have a strong buy or buy rating. The stock has advanced 13% in 2024, and JPMorgan thinks it is "well positioned" for continued expansion. "We believe the portfolio will see appreciation for several value drivers in 2025," analyst Brian Cheng told clients.

Persons: Jessica Fye, Fye, Tessa Romero, Brian Cheng Organizations: JPMorgan, Dow Jones Industrial, Nasdaq, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Immune, Edgewise Therapeutics

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