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In addition, the more budget-friendly Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) is $100 off, and the premium Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the new Black Titanium color option is $80 off. The best Cyber Monday Apple Watch dealsApple Watch Series 10 (42 mm) $329.00 $399.00 Save 18% The Series 10 is thinner than its predecessors, with a larger case and screen overall. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Two years since launchCyber Monday Apple Watch FAQsWhat's the best Apple Watch? Check out our Apple Watch SE (2022) review and our Apple Watch Ultra 2 review.

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Samantha Crozier is the women's style editor for Insider Reviews. Before joining the Reviews team, she was an editor on the Health Reference team where she focused on articles about sex and relationships, skincare, nutrition, and mental health. Need a great pair of heels for your wedding that you can wear for eight hours straight? One of her foremost areas of expertise is women’s shoes. ExpertiseWomen’s shoes, particularly heels and bootsPetite fashionWorkwearSwimwearJewelryEducation:She graduated from Tufts University with degrees in English and Political Science before joining Insider in 2020.

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If we had to recommend one Leesa mattress, it would be the Sapira Hybrid, which is the best overall mattress in our expert-tested best mattress guide. The best Cyber Monday Leesa dealsLeesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,374.00 $1,999.00 Save 31% The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress provides great edge support and motion isolation. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Leesa What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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Shop all Cyber Monday deals at Todd Snyder, and see our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals across all categories. The best Cyber Monday Todd Snyder dealsTodd Snyder is known for his premium take on classic menswear styles. The Todd Snyder Cyber Monday is live now and ends on December 3. Cyber Monday is one of the best times of year to score savings on refined, versatile menswear from Todd Snyder. Check out our roundup of all of the best Cyber Monday deals.

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☆ Elon Musk’s massive, multibillion-dollar Tesla pay package was blocked by a judge again
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Samantha Delouya | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Elon Musk’s record-breaking pay package for serving as Tesla’s CEO was rejected by a Delaware court, despite being approved by Tesla shareholders at a June meeting. The pay package, now worth around $101 billion based on Tesla’s closing share price Monday, is made up of 303 million Tesla stock options. The package was worth around $56 billion at the time the judge threw out the package. “The large and talented group of defense firms got creative with the ratification argument, but their unprecedented theories go against multiple strains of settled law,” McCormick wrote in a scathing opinion. “There were undoubtedly a range of healthy amounts that the Board could have decided to pay Musk,” she wrote.

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☆ Tesla cofounder says humanity is underperforming and could stand to 'crank up the intensity' like Elon Musk
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Lauren Edmonds | Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Straubel's company, Redwood Materials, is on track to make $200 million in revenue this year. Tesla cofounder JB Straubel said he learned "a huge amount" from Elon Musk — and we could all benefit from the billionaire's work ethic. The CEO disclosed Redwood Materials' estimated revenue with The Wall Street Journal, saying his company will bring in about $200 million. AdvertisementStraubel launched Redwood Materials in 2017 to create a "remanufacturing economy," which refers to extracting raw materials from used batteries and returning them to production after processing them. Representatives for Redwood Materials did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

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☆ GM to sell stake in battery cell plant to joint venture partner for roughly $1 billion
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

General Motors revealed its all-new modular platform and battery system, Ultium, on March 4, 2020 at its Tech Center campus in Warren, Michigan. DETROIT — General Motors plans to sell its stake in a $2.6 billion electric vehicle battery cell plant in Michigan to its joint venture partner LG Energy Solution, the automaker announced Monday. The nearly completed, 2.8 million-square-foot plant in Lansing, Michigan, was expected to be the third battery cell facility of the joint venture, known as Ultium Cells LLC, following plants in Ohio and Tennessee that have already opened and are operational. The Lansing plant was announced in January 2022, and the two companies first announced their joint venture five years ago. The automaker said the sale does not impact its overall ownership stake in the joint venture or its future plans for a separate joint venture plant with LGES rival Samsung SDI.

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Lucky for us, Abercrombie's Cyber Monday sale offers 25% off everything and an additional 15% off select items. Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra Puffer $102.00 $160.00 Save 36% “I’ve been buying Abercrombie & Fitch winter coats for years, and I’ve never been disappointed in a purchase," says freelance writer Talia Ergas. Abercrombie's Cyber Monday sale is on now through the end of today, December 2. Cyber Monday is one of the best times to shop at Abercrombie, thanks to a site-wide sale and double discounts. Check out our roundup of all of the best Cyber Monday deals.

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The Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven with ClearCook came out on top and is 41% off during Cyber Monday. The best Cyber Monday 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. View at AmazonNinja 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 AmazonAir fryer Cyber Monday FAQsAre Black Friday air fryer deals better than Cyber Monday deals? 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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☆ Enron has been resurrected in what appears to be an elaborate joke
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

As a modern energy company, it would be dedicated to “solving the global energy crisis,” its press statement reads. Unlike the Enron scandal, however, this one appears to be little more than performance art designed to sell branded hoodies. Publicly available documents show that an Akansas-based LLC called The College Company bought the Enron trademark for $275 in 2020. The strategist said “we’ll have more to share soon,” but declined to comment beyond the statement posted on the Enron site. In its statement, oddly posted as an image file on the Enron site, the company lays out its “bold new vision” to solving the world’s energy problems.

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The best Cyber Monday Apple Watch dealsThe Apple Watch Series 10 is the top pick in our guide to the best Apple Watch. Also, check out previous-generation models, which offer near-current-gen performance for lower prices, like the M3 MacBook Pro for $100 off. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with USB-C $154.00 $249.00 Save 38% The AirPods Pro 2 are a big upgrade from their predecessors, with improved noise cancellation and battery life. The AirPods Pro 2 are the best earbud-style AirPods thanks to their sound quality, features, and noise canceling. Those with future-proofing in mind should opt for the 2024 iPad Air, which can also be seen as a more affordable version of the 2024 iPad Pro models.

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Learn moreBeloved beauty brand Glossier rarely ever goes on sale, which is why our beauty editors are particularly excited about Glossier's Cyber Monday sale. For more discounts across all categories, including top beauty brands, check out our round-up of the best Cyber Monday deals. View at GlossierGlossier Lash Slick $15.00 $20.00 Save 25% Glossier's lash slick works for me not only because I have none of those issues while using it. View at GlossierGlossier Cyber Monday Sale FAQsWhen does the sale start and end? The Glossier sale is on now and runs through the end of today, December 2.

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Learn moreThe Cyber Monday Coop Sleep Goods pillow deals provide the perfect opportunity to upgrade your sleep. The best Cyber Monday Coop Sleep Goods pillow dealsCoop Sleep Goods Original Pillow $56.25 $75.00 Save 25% The Coop Sleep Goods Original Pillow offers thoughtful features like adjustable fill, a washable pillow cover, and an unparalleled 100-night trial, making it the best choice for most people. View at Coop Sleep Goods What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Only pillow cover is machine-washableCoop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow $74.25 $99.00 Save 25% The Coop Sleep Goods Body Pillow is soft, supportive, and perfect for any body type. BulkyCyber Monday Coop Sleep Goods FAQsIs the Coop Sleep Goods Original Pillow worth it?

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To help you find the lowest prices, our experts are rounding up the best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals throughout the sale. For more savings on other types of products, visit our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonCyber Monday gaming laptop FAQsIs Cyber Monday a good time to shop for gaming laptop deals? Without getting too technical, here's a rundown of some basic specifications to look for when choosing a gaming laptop.

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☆ An Oracle product manager got 2 promotions, a move to the US, and a $56,000 raise — all in 7 years. Here's how.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Vaidya advanced from associate software engineer to AI product manager in seven years. As a software engineer, she was keen to be part of Silicon Valley's innovations. Associate software engineerShe began her post-college career as an associate software engineer at Oracle's office in Hyderabad, India. One of the first things Vaidya did was gauge what her entire team wanted from her, instead of focusing only on her supervisor. Her job was critical to releasing a product, so the company offered her a product management role in the US instead.

Persons: Ketaki Vaidya, Vaidya, Oracle Organizations: Oracle, LinkedIn Locations: India, Hyderabad, California, Seattle, Redwood City , California

☆ Wisconsin Judge Strikes Down Limits on Public Sector Unions
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Mitch Smith | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

A Wisconsin judge on Monday struck down portions of a 2011 law that stripped most government workers in the state of collective bargaining rights and set off fierce demonstrations. The ruling by Judge Jacob Frost of the Dane County Circuit Court is certain to be appealed. “Restoring union freedoms to Wisconsin workers will strengthen Wisconsin’s middle class, lift up the voices of workers and lead to better public services for our communities,” said Stephanie Bloomingdale, the president of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, in a statement. Republicans passed the law, known as Act 10, shortly after winning control of state government in the 2010 elections, arguing that limits on public sector unions were necessary to balance the budget and attract business investments. They advanced the legislation despite large-scale protests at the State Capitol in Madison and an attempt by Democratic lawmakers to scuttle the vote by fleeing to Illinois.

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☆ December is typically a good month for stocks, and technicians expect another good one this year
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Sarah Min | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The final month of the year is typically a good month for the stock market. The S & P 500 could rise to about 6,081, from where it closed last week at 6,032.38. That means the S & P 500 would top 6,100, according to Johnson, who sees small-cap and midcap stocks as primary beneficiaries of the broadening rally. This means the S & P 500 could end the year around 6,140. On average, the S & P 500 gains 1.6% during this period.

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☆ A food-industry nutritionist shares 3 tricks companies use to 'science-wash' products, and how to spot them
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A nutritionist who works in the industry explained how to notice these tricks. A nutritionist who works in the food industry broke down the marketing tricks companies use to make them seem more grounded in science than they are. Firsthand research is expensive, and companies often cobble together existing studies to back up their products. It isn't necessarily a red flag if a doctor is the face of a product, Prpa said, but that alone does not mean a product has health benefits. "You are not buying the medic as your private consultant, you are buying a product," she said.

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☆ Fidelity just boosted the value of its stake in Elon Musk's xAI by 70%
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Samantha Stokes | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

A Fidelity fund has boosted the value of its shares in xAI by 70%, according to filings. The fund also boosted the value of its shares in Musk-owned social media platform X by 32.4%. Fidelity increased the value of its shares in two Elon Musk-owned companies in October, social media platform X and startup xAI, according to filings. Last month, the fund valued its xAI shares at $44,152,362, or $11.96 each. Fidelity also bumped up the value of its X shares to $5,530,358 in October, according to the November filing.

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☆ I love airport lounges and flight upgrades, but I worry I'll regret spoiling my tween with them
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Amanda Adler | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

My tween son, however, groaned. AdvertisementMy son and I both appreciate the amenities that come with flight upgrades. For me, choosing to pay more for flight upgrades my tween will enjoy is no different from when I splurged on pricey trips to Disney parks when he was little. If travel upgrades leave my family feeling well-rested and ready for adventure when we land, then investing in them is just as valuable as the excursions we book at our destination. So, even if traveling in style is spoiling my tween, I'll continue to upgrade us whenever it's within our budget.

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☆ Sex workers in Belgium now have maternity leave and sick pay in world first for employment rights
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Anna Cooban | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

London CNN —Sex workers in Belgium are now entitled to formal employment contracts, which include sick pay and maternity leave, under a landmark law that went into effect Sunday. The new law requires the employers of sex workers to obtain a license from the government, Deltour told CNN. These laws made it “impossible to perform the job in a normal and safe way,” according to the Belgian Union of Sex Workers. That was a crucial step in protecting sex workers from violence, for example, but didn’t give them access to social security. “Sex workers deserve the same rights and freedoms as all workers, and this law is a world first moving us in that direction.”The new law, however, doesn’t cover all types of sex workers.

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☆ Seoul's $322 million gambit to save the city from crushing loneliness won't fix the source of its problems
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The city glitters, but there's a reason the locals call South Korea "Hell Joseon." Lonely deaths in South Korea increased from 3,378 in 2021 to 3,661 in 2023, per the South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare's data. "'Seoul Without Loneliness' is a bold challenge for the city and not an easy path to take," the representative said. In 2023, South Korea recorded a suicide rate of 27.3 out of 100,000 people, the highest rate among OECD countries like the US, UK, and Japan. Kee Hong Choi, a psychology professor at Korea University, said that his country's education system needs to be "changed dramatically" to become less competitive.

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Some of the very best menswear deals include sitewide sales at Bonobos, Todd Snyder, and Everlane. The best Cyber Monday deals on shirts, sweaters, hoodies, pajamas, and blazersThis Black Friday, we're seeing amazing deals on all sorts of tops. View at BonobosCyber Monday sales on jeans, dress pants, and comfortable bottomsBonobos is one of our favorite places to shop for the best men's dress pants, and they're on sale for Cyber Monday. Additionally, you'll find many deals on the best men's jeans from brands like Todd Snyder, Abercrombie, and Levi's. View at BonobosBonobos Gramercy Premium Jeans $104.30 $149.00 Save 30% Yes, Bonobos does jeans as well as they do chinos.

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☆ Is health and wellness the next big business opportunity for Asia Pacific?
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Sponsored Herbalife | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

By Thomas Harms, senior vice president and managing director, Asia Pacific, HerbalifeIn Asia Pacific, the entrepreneurial spirit is thriving as many individuals, from Generation Zs to the Boomers, aspire to own their own businesses. More than three in five (63%) aspiring entrepreneurs in Asia Pacific also plan to start a small business in the next 18 months. While the shifting consumer spending trends reveal a clear potential for growth, will the health and wellness sector present a new wave of business opportunities for Asia Pacific? Growing focus on health and wellness in Asia PacificEarlier this year, Herbalife surveyed 8,000 respondents across 11 markets for the Asia Pacific Business of Wellness Survey. Health and wellness a bright spot for aspiring entrepreneursThe health and wellness industry presents a significant growth opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs, making the future of entrepreneurship in the region look promising.

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