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Learn moreAs the temperature continues to drop, there's no better time to stock up on cold-weather essentials like winter coats and Arctic-ready winter coats from Canada Goose. We've tested several Canada Goose options that rank highly among the best winter coats for men and best winter coats for women, so you can be sure that it's worth the splurge. Shop all of the best Canada Goose Black Friday deals from retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop, and Farfetch. The best Canada Goose Black Friday dealsCanada Goose Marlow Quilted Parka Jacket $1,525.00 The Marlow Quilted Parka Jacket is one of the warmest, most cold-resistant parkas in the Canada Goose line. The experience led him to list Canada Goose in our guide to the best parkas for men.

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☆ Canada's Prime Minister argues Donald Trump's tariff plan will hurt Canadians and Americans
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jordan Pandy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

AdvertisementTrump vowed to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico on his first day in office. Canada's prime minister Justin Trudeau warned tariffs will harm both Canadian and American consumers and industries. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responded to President-elect Donald Trump's Monday vow to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico on day one in office. Trump plans to impose 25% tariffs on goods coming from the northern and southern neighbors of the US. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has already said that her country would impose tariffs on the US if Trump goes through with his plan.

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The best Black Friday Apple Watch dealsThe Apple Watch Series 10 is the best Apple Watch for most people, and the 42mm model is currently 18% off for the lowest price we've seen since its launch in September 2024. Also, check out previous-generation models, which offer near-current-gen performance for lower prices, like the M3 MacBook Pro for 25% off. The updated base standard for RAM means the 2024 MacBook Pro is an excellent model to upgrade to. 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. For most people, the best Apple Watch is the Series 10, thanks to its always-on display and overall value.

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☆ The top 10 things to watch in the stock market this Black Friday
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Zev Fima | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

The top 10 things to watch Friday, Nov. 29 1. (Anything above a plus 4% would indicate the market is overbought; anything below a minus 4% would indicate the market is oversold.) Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio. If Jim has talked about a stock on CNBC TV, he waits 72 hours after issuing the trade alert before executing the trade. Chona Kasinger | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThe top 10 things to watch Friday, Nov. 29

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This article is part of Times Opinion’s Giving Guide 2024. Read more in a note from Times Opinion’s editor, Kathleen Kingsbury. ProPublicaThe political devolution that led Americans to elect Donald Trump again has many causes, but one of them is the collapse of local news. In the absence of strong local journalism, conspiracy theories and demagogy have flourished. Trump will return to office at a moment of weakness and instability for the journalism business.

Persons: Read, Kathleen Kingsbury, Donald Trump, Trump Organizations: Politico, Progress

Learn moreThe holiday (shopping) season has begun, and the Paramount Plus Black Friday deals offer some savings on your first two months of service. There are deals on both tiers of Paramount Plus, with up to 76% savings in total until December 4. The 2024 sale makes both Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus with Showtime just $3 per month for the first two months. What are the differences between Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus with Showtime? The Paramount Plus Essential plan costs $60 per year, and the Paramount Plus with Showtime plan costs $120 per year.

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☆ Tui flight aborted in midair after pilots missed cabin pressure error, investigation finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Lianne Kolirin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —A flight packed with vacationers had to be aborted in midair because a technical mistake meant the aircraft failed to pressurize. The investigation revealed that switches that regulate the air pressure inside the plane, known as bleed air switches, were turned off during maintenance work carried out on the air conditioning system before takeoff. The oversight was also not detected by the pilots, either before takeoff or during “after takeoff checks,” the report found. Once the error emerged, the pilots turned the switches back on but the report found that the crew failed to take other actions set out in the Quick Reaction Handbook (QRH) in response to the warning. It can also be the result of carbon monoxide poisoning or breathing in too much smoke from a fire.

Persons: “, CNN’s Jen Christensen Organizations: CNN, Tui, Manchester Airport, Boeing, Air, Investigation, Federal Aviation Administration Locations: United Kingdom, Kos, Greece, Lincolnshire, England, Manchester, Tui

☆ I put my dreams on hold for a stable career in finance. 6 years in, I gave up my 6-figure salary to move to Hawaii and start over.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementAdam Knorr left a lucrative finance career to pursue writing in Hawaii in 2022. Related VideoI graduated with a journalism degree, but my brother worked in finance in Nashville. AdvertisementI spent day after day locked in my bedroom in Hawaii — just me and the geckos — sending cold emails and LinkedIn messages. AdvertisementI started writing a book in Hawaii before moving to MichiganWhile in the work-stay program, I wrote some email copy for the farm. Worst-case scenario 2: I try to write, fail, and get another finance job.

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☆ Opinion | What to Expect in a Second Trump Term
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

To the Editor:When Donald Trump retakes the reins of the presidency in January, he will face a choice of which path to take. The first is to use the office as a cudgel, punishing his perceived enemies and rewarding his most ardent supporters, enriching himself and his family in the process. The second path is more challenging, but it’s one that could secure Mr. Trump a vaunted place in history. Imagine a presidency in which he seeks to uplift the most vulnerable and implement programs that benefit all Americans, not just those who voted for him. Admittedly, this approach would require humility and restraint, qualities Mr. Trump is not necessarily known for, but if he did embrace them, he could astonish even his harshest critics and leave a legacy that transcends personal ambition.

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☆ Barclays prefers Germany over France as it sends 'bond vigilante' warning
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jenni Reid | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Germany is battling an ongoing manufacturing downturn that has turned it into the bloc's growth laggard, while disputes over its budget and long-term fiscal strategy caused its government to collapse earlier this month. However, French borrowing costs have climbed above Germany's this year as political instability in the country spooked markets. "Compromise on the French budget remains possible. The term "bond vigilantes" refers to bond market investors who protest against monetary or fiscal policy they don't like by selling bonds, thereby increasing borrowing costs for the government. Beyond the short-term budget debate, Barclays found medium-term risk asymmetry was "not great" for French markets, and that "concerns about political instability and long-term fiscal trajectory may persist."

Persons: Michel Barnier's, DAX, France's, Barnier, —, specter Organizations: Barclays, French, CAC Locations: France, Germany, —, Greece

Learn moreIf you're in the market for a men's winter coat, there is truly no better time to grab one than during Black Friday deals events. Keep reading to discover the best Black Friday deals on men's winter coats, and stay warm while saving big. View at Todd SnyderBlack Friday winter coat FAQsIs Black Friday a good time to buy winter coats? Warmth is usually noted by "fill" power; for a seriously warm coat, look for 650-800 fill power down. Check out our roundup of all of the best Black Friday deals .

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☆ Holiday Shopping Season Separates Winning Retailers From Losers
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Danielle Kaye | Jordyn Holman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Shoppers are heading into the Black Friday weekend unsure how wide to open their wallets, retailers say, with many still feeling the squeeze of inflation and also worried that tariffs could make things even more expensive if they wait too long to buy. Black Friday marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season, a make-or-break period for many retailers. Recent data suggests that consumer spending, the engine of the U.S. economy, remains relatively robust. But reports from retailers hint at diverging fortunes, as shoppers have grown pickier about what they buy and where they buy it. An executive at Target described consumers as shifting from “resilient” to “resourceful.” A leader at Walmart said shoppers “seek value to maximize their budgets.”These spending patterns are creating winners and losers in corporate America, perhaps most starkly illustrated by Walmart and Target.

Organizations: Target, Walmart Locations: U.S, America

☆ 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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☆ Thanksgiving Leftovers
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Sam Sifton | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Good morning. Mostly, I hope you have plenty of leftovers. To some — and absolutely to me — they’re the very best part of Thanksgiving. I start with a leftovers sandwich. I’d smash that together and eat it in three bites, leaving the kitchen feeling as if I could go pro.

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☆ Millions of Dollars to Protect Pandas Was Spent by China on Roads and Buildings
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Mara Hvistendahl | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

For decades, American zoos have raised tens of millions of dollars from donors and sent the money to China for the right to host and display pandas. Under U.S. law, those funds were required to be spent protecting pandas in the wild. But the Chinese government instead spent millions on apartment buildings, roads, computers, museums and other expenses, records show. The U.S. government, on three occasions, froze payments to China over incomplete record keeping, documents show. But they worried that if Fish and Wildlife cut off the money altogether, China could demand the return of its bears.

Organizations: U.S, Regulators, U.S . Fish, Wildlife Service Locations: China, U.S

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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☆ Workplace wellness expert: My top 3 tips to get ahead of holiday stress—'It's such a crazy time of year'
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jennifer Liu | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

"It's such a crazy time of year," says Gloria Chan Packer, a workplace mental wellness expert and founder of Recalibrate. Here, she shares her best tips for what you can do now to get ahead of holiday stress. To rein it in, Packer recommends starting every week by reviewing your commitments, deadlines and deliverables for the next seven days. For those who have a hard time doing so, Packer recommends tying breaks into things you do every day. If something comes up, it's OK to move your protected time block, Packer says.

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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 moreMint Mobile's Black Friday deals offer exceptional discounts on the carrier's already affordable plans and are among the best Black Friday deals overall. If you purchase a new phone through Mint Mobile, you can get a year of the carrier's unlimited plan for $15/month, a 50% discount. For more sales, check out our guide to all of the best Black Friday deals. The best Mint Mobile Black Friday dealsMint Mobile (Any 3-Month Plan) $45.00 $90.00 Save 50% All of Mint Mobile's three-month plans are now discounted for new customers. View at Mint MobileMint Mobile Black Friday FAQsIs Mint Mobile good?

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☆ 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."

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There are two watch deals we feel shouldn't be missed. It has a large stainless steel 45mm watch case and a super minimalist design. View at MVMTBlack Friday watch deals FAQsIs Black Friday a good time to buy a watch? Many brands offer some of the best deals of the year, and for those that don't — like some high-end brands — you can still score them at steep discounts on sites like Jomashop, Macy's, and Bloomingdale's. Check out our roundup of all of the best Black Friday deals.

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☆ Demand for this job is at an 'all-time high,' says Google exec—it can pay over $100,000 and doesn’t require a degree
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Often overlooked as a behind-the-scenes job, IT support offers competitive salaries, diverse opportunities and flexibility that many fail to recognize, Lisa Gevelber, a vice president at Google and founder of Grow With Google, tells CNBC Make It. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the number of IT support jobs will grow at least 15% in the next decade — more than three times faster than the average for all occupations. There are more than 300,000 unfilled IT support jobs in the U.S. right now, Gevelber points out. On Google, searches for "IT support jobs" and "IT support skills" hit an "all-time high" in 2024, since the search engine started tracking such queries 20 years ago, she adds. Here's how to land a job in IT support — and where to find the best opportunities:

Persons: Lisa Gevelber Organizations: Google, Grow, CNBC, Labor Statistics Locations: U.S

☆ Are scented candles bad for you? What the science says
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Kristen Rogers | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

The risk of toxic emissions is greater when candles are scented or dyed, which is another reason why paraffin-free candles aren’t immediately in the clear. The association’s stance is based on an October 2021 study that consisted of burning 24 soy and paraffin candles, scented and unscented. However, the research was a joint effort between the NCA, the European Candle Manufacturers Association and the Latin American Candle Association. If you simply can’t resist using scented candles, look for those with essential oils or candles labeled as phthalate-free. When burning scented candles, do so in small doses to avoid headaches or irritation of the respiratory system or eyes.

Persons: Sobia Farooq, Ariful Haque, Haque, ”, Sarah Evans, VOCs, Evans, —, ” Evans, “, Farooq, Evans ’, that’s, wicks Organizations: CNN, National Candle Association, Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner College of Medicine, Yan’an, Kunming Medical University, American Lung Association, US Environmental Protection Agency, US Centers for Disease Control, Occupational Safety, Health Administration, Icahn School of Medicine, Candle Association, NCA, Candle Manufacturers Association, American Candle Association, ASTM International, American Society for Testing, ASTM Locations: China, Mount Sinai, United States, Australia, Denmark

☆ Period pain and depression: Study finds genetic connections
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Kristen Rogers | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

It uses genetic data … to see if having certain genes linked to depression also makes people more likely to have menstrual pain. The findings help expand the important, and often overlooked, discussion around mental health and period pain. Below, experts elaborate on newfound and known associations between period pain and depression, why a genetic cause can’t be inferred from a genetic connection, and ways you can manage depressive symptoms and painful periods. On the other hand, experts noted that the opposite relationship — period pain or reproductive shifts preceding depression — has occurred in both human and animal research and in clinical practice. Additionally, methods experts know to be effective in treating period pain can also improve depression, Amies Oelschlager said — such as exercise, yoga, stress-reduction techniques, dietary changes and good sleep quality and quantity.

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