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☆ Marc Andreessen talks DOGE and Elon Musk: 'It's time to carve this government back in size and scope'
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementMarc Andreessen discussed Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency on Joe Rogan's podcast. Cut, baby, cut, Marc Andreessen says of Elon Musk's DOGE cost-reduction effort. "It is time to carve this government back in size and scope," the Silicon Valley investor said during a recent appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast. The VC specifically referenced a text exchange that Musk sent then-CEO Parag Agrawal shortly after being appointed to Twitter's board. "Imagine that statement being applied to the government," Andreessen said, referencing Musk's "What did you get done this week?"

Persons: Marc Andreessen, Elon Musk, Joe Rogan's, Elon, Andreessen, Andreessen Horowitz, Ben Horowitz, Sen, Elizabeth Warren, Rogan, Musk, Parag Agrawal, Agrawal, Jack Dorsey, … — Organizations: Department of, SEC, FTC, Elon Musk's, Musk's Department, Government, Securities Exchange Commission, Federal Trade Commission, Federal Aviation Administration, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Republican Party, Twitter, Big Tech Locations: Silicon

Some of the very best menswear deals include sitewide sales at Bonobos, Todd Snyder, and Everlane. You'll also find iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Timberland, and The North Face with deep discounts on a wide range of items. The best Black Friday deals on shirts, sweaters, hoodies, and blazersThis Black Friday, we're seeing amazing deals on all sorts of tops. 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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☆ I bid $100 to upgrade my cabin on Royal Caribbean's newest cruise ship. It was worth it to have a window.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

AdvertisementI spent three nights on Royal Caribbean's latest ship, Utopia of the Seas, in mid-November. I used Royal Up to bid $100 for an elevated interior stateroom. While not guaranteed, Royal Up is a great way to upgrade your cabin on a budget. Related Video Inside the world's biggest cruise ship that just set sailI'm not talking about the slot machines at the ship's casino. I'm talking about "Royal Up," Royal Caribbean's stateroom upgrade auctions.

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☆ I craved touch after my divorce. I learned to accept casual intimacy from friends.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Sassafras Patterdale | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Platonic touch between my friends and me became important when I was touch-starved. Humans need physical touch, and the sudden loss of it can be jarring, as I have recently experienced. But this year has been especially difficult for me, and now I'm craving physical touch. AdvertisementSince my divorce, I've remembered how healing a platonic touch between friends can be. Sometimes, that attraction manifests in physical touch, and sometimes, it's just the warm glow of connection with long-distance friends.

Persons: hadn't, I'd, I've, it's Organizations: Sirius

☆ She ditched her auditing job to work at her family's restaurant. 7 years later, she opened a second spot — and turned a profit.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Erin Liam | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Seven years later, she expanded the business and opened New Station Rice Bar. Located in Fortune Centre, an old mall in central Singapore, her shop is a 10-minute drive from her parent's restaurant. Related storiesThe lessons she learned were proven rightAlmost 10 months since she opened the 500-square-foot restaurant, New Station Rice Bar has seen a steady flow of customers. But the most popular dish is salted egg chicken rice — also a bestseller at her parents' restaurant. Tan said New Station Rice Bar sees fewer customers during off-peak hours and when it rains.

Persons: Chloe Tan, Tan, Erin Liam Initially, didn't, it's, Wing, She's, It's, Erin Liam Tan Jun Hong, Cherry Tan, Iszahar Tambunan, Oon Seok Sim, she's, she'll, Erin Liam Tan Organizations: New, Rice, Rice Bar, BI, Singapore Airlines Locations: Austin , Texas, Singapore, Fortune, Hong Kong

☆ The Miss Universe runner-up made history for Nigeria. After online attacks about her nationality, she felt she had 'a point to prove.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Anneta Konstantinides | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

She previously competed at Miss South Africa but withdrew following online attacks on her nationality. Adetshina is now the first-ever Miss Africa and Oceania, a new title awarded by a panel of Miss Universe judges. AdvertisementIt's been a tumultuous journey for the 23-year-old, who almost didn't reach the Miss Universe stage after she withdrew from Miss South Africa following online attacks about her Nigerian name. 'People felt I wasn't South African enough'Chidimma Adetshina at Miss Universe Nigeria boot camp in August. While Adetshina felt like she had a "point to prove" to her online critics, she also realized she had a point to prove to herself.

Persons: Chidimma Adetshina, Adetshina, Instagram, It's, FAWAZ OYEDEJI, Gayton McKenzie, —, McKenzie, BENSON IBEABUCHI, I've, I'm, she'd, Hector Vivas, Nigeria Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, Chidimma, Miss Denmark Victoria Kjaer Theilvig Organizations: Miss, Business, Miss Nigeria, Miss Universe, Getty, Miss South, Miss SA, Africa's Department of Home Affairs, The, of Home Affairs, BBC, Department of Home Affairs, Adetshina, Mexico City, Nigeria Victoria, Miss Denmark Victoria Locations: Nigeria, Africa, Oceania, Mexico City, Miss Universe Nigeria, AFP, Miss South Africa, Soweto, South Africa, African, Western Province, Miss Nigeria, Mexico

☆ I respect my kids' decision not to have children. Now, I need to accept it means I won't be a grandmother.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Dara Brewton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Neither child plans on having any kids of their own. In fact, the older one is so sure about not having kids that she scheduled herself for surgical sterilization. AdvertisementI actually never gave much thought to the idea of being — or not being — a grandmother in the past. As it became clear it was not a phase, that neither of them would be having kids in the future, I still didn't have strong feelings. It sounds like we'll have a lot of free time on our hands to do whatever we want to do.

Persons: I'm, it's, Jonathan Vespa, nope Locations: United States, Japan, France, Italy, South Korea

☆ I'm a lifelong golfer, but how I'm treated as a woman on the course makes me never want to play with strangers
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Zanny Merullo Steffgen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementI've played golf since I was old enough to hold a club, and I love the sport. When teaching my husband to golf, I felt undermined by strangers assuming he was the skilled one. That changed when I started playing golf as part of a couple. It's common to see men teaching their significant others the game, so I understand the assumption, but that doesn't mean it feels good. AdvertisementSometimes I feel like strangers are expecting me to failA photo of me playing golf in high school.

Persons: I've, —, I, It's Organizations: Disney, Professional Golf Association Locations: …

☆ I started a business where I got paid to play 'Dungeons & Dragons' with people. 3 years later, we run 180 games a month at our main studio, and I'm living the nerdworld dream.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Cheryl Teh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Inspired by Critical Role, Najid and his partners opened a studio for paid D&D games in 2021. We began to get more bookings, and the single-room studio space wasn't enough. AdvertisementSetting up a proper studio space, too, has improved the player experience. There's also a community space outside our main studio, where people can hang out before and after their "D&D" games. Right now, I still run games — but I've limited it to a yearlong campaign for a small group of players.

Persons: Farez Najid, Najid, Shou Zi Chew, I'd, Cheryl Teh, Jodie Yeo, Dennet Krishnan, prepped, There's, We've Locations: Singapore

☆ 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' season 2 isn't out until next year — but the drama is already heating up
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementThe cast of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" is stirring drama on social media ahead of season two. "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" season one ended with two cast members potentially quitting the show and rumors of a secret affair involving its most volatile couple. But there will likely be even more drama in season two if the cast's social media feeds are anything to go by. Gibbons didn't initially identify Paul and her ex-husband as the couple until after Paul released a rebuttal TikTok video on Sunday. AdvertisementOn Sunday, Mortensen posted a cryptic TikTok video saying he would start "telling my truth and showing my receipts."

Persons: Taylor Frankie Paul, Paul, Melissa Hobley, MomTok, Makenna Gibbons, Gibbons, Gibbons didn't, Roux, Kenna, Brayden Rowley, Rowley, Whitney Leavitt, Dakota Mortensen, haven't, Mortensen, La Roux, Jessi Ngatikaura Organizations: Hulu, Disney, Business Locations: Salt Lake City

☆ 36-year-old mom: I built a thriving living room Etsy side hustle, quit my job, and now earn $10,000 a month in passive income
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Rachel Jimenez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

I decided to start an Etsy store, selling digital products like business templates and party games. Today, at 36, I have a thriving living room side hustle that regularly brings in $10,000 a month or more in passive income. I took consistent action every dayI took a course about selling digital products on Etsy back in 2019 that jump-started everything. I would try to work six to eight hours a day developing and listing products. After my digital product class ended, I stayed active in our Facebook group.

Persons: Peter Drucker, wouldn't, I've Organizations: Facebook

☆ Guy Fieri says that when his youngest son comes home from college, he 'sets a menu' for what he wants to eat
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Amanda Goh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

AdvertisementGuy Fieri's youngest son, Ryder, gets to choose what the family eats whenever he's back from college. That's because food "just doesn't taste the same as it does at home," Fieri told People, recalling his son's words. Guy Fieri's youngest son, Ryder, is back from college and ready to indulge in his dad's cooking. And I'm like, man, that brings tears to my eyes," Fieri told People. Although his youngest son currently lives in a college dorm, Fieri says he "can't wait" for him to get an apartment.

Persons: Guy Fieri's, Ryder, Fieri, There's, he's, He'll, Hunter, Lori, Cristine Struble Organizations: UCLA, San Diego State University, US Naval Academy, San Diego, Food Network, Food, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Virginia Tech, Business Locations: San Diego State, America

☆ I'm an interior designer who works with high-profile clients. Here are 8 things the rich are putting in their homes right now.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Bri Macdonald | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

AdvertisementI'm an interior designer who's worked with wealthy clients with large budgets. Lately, more clients have been asking me to include expensive conversation pieces in their homes. My wealthy clients also gravitate toward eco-friendly materials and statement stones, like onyx. As an interior designer, I always love working with clients to create spaces that showcase their personalities and values, no matter their budget. Over the past year, I've been working with high-profile clients — from influencers to a CEO — with large budgets.

Persons: who's, I've Locations: influencers

☆ Musicians are increasingly forgoing the major-label system. The problem is that most can't afford to.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementDespite the democratization of music in the streaming era, it's still very expensive to record an album. Although many artists are forgoing record labels, it's nearly impossible to become a superstar without one. When I did my album, I don't even know how much the producers got paid — it just was done," Chinouriri says. Advertisement"I don't know how I'd be able to do all of this and then have to think of the cost," Chinouriri adds. "I don't know how Raye does it, I don't know how Tinashe does it.

Persons: it's, yearn, Raye, Tinashe, Lizzie Widhelm, You've, there's, Donald Passman, everybody's, They'll, Passman, Long, Derek White, who's, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Alexis, Rachel Chinouriri, would've, Chinouriri, I've, she's, I'd, Tinashe's, they've, Solitro Organizations: Music, Spotify, The Recording Academy Muni, Fifth Harmony, Apple, Parlophone, Atlas Artists, Polydor, RCA Locations: Atlanta, London

If the IRS has questions about your tax returns or wants to perform an audit, you'll probably be asked to produce your tax records. But of course, it is absolutely not recommended that you skip tax filing or intentionally commit fraud on your tax return. Employment tax recordsBusinesses should keep employment tax records, or payroll records, for at least four years after the last completed tax filing. Tips for organizing and storing recordsThe IRS clearly outlines the guidelines around how long you should keep your tax records. When you're ready to get rid of financial documents or tax records, shredding is the best method.

Persons: you've, Tom Taulli, filers, you'll, Matthew Jenkins, Tanza, Morgan, Read Organizations: Internal Revenue Service, IRS, CFA, CFP, Noble, Finance, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, Fidelity, BI, Elon University Locations: TheStreet

☆ 37-year-old mom earns $73,000 in an ‘underrated and overlooked’ in-demand job—it can pay $100,000 without a degree
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Jackson, 37, is a wind turbine service technician at Vestas, a wind turbine manufacturer, in Bee County, Texas, and earns $73,000 per year. Wind turbine technicians face one of the highest rates of work-related injuries, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Despite the high demand for wind turbine service technicians, the profession remains "underrated and overlooked," she adds, offering untapped potential for job-seekers who crave adventure and a competitive salary. While you don't need a bachelor's degree to become a wind turbine service technician, some jobs might require you to complete a 2-year technical program or apprenticeship. Before becoming a wind technician, Jackson, who has four children, spent a decade as a stay-at-home mom.

Persons: Jessica Jackson, Jackson, it's, Vanessa Benedetti, Vestas, tinker, Mickey Todiwala, Benedetti, … You'll Organizations: CNBC, U.S . Department of Labor, Blattner, Blattner Energy, University of Arizona, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Global, BloombergNEF's Renewable Energy Investment, Labor Locations: Jackson, Bee County , Texas, U.S, Texas, Vestas

☆ I'm an inexperienced baker who tried making Joanna Gaines' biscuits, and the recipe was surprisingly easy to follow
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

My biscuits were slightly irregular because I didn't press my dough out consistently. I made Joanna Gaines' biscuits that are served at Magnolia Table. I definitely recommend taking your time shaping the dough and cutting your rounds if you try this recipe. That wasn't a problem here, but I could see that being annoying if I wanted to make this recipe for breakfast and woke up hungry. Next time I wanted to have them for breakfast, I would probably let the dough chill overnight, as it would make serving the biscuits for breakfast or brunch nearly stress-free.

Persons: Joanna Gaines, Samantha Grindell

☆ I worked on cruises for 3 years and now frequently sail as a passenger. Here are the 10 things I do on every trip.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Tammy Barr | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I spent three years working on cruise ships. Here are the 10 things I always do while cruising to have the best trip possible. Depending on what time I get on the ship, my cabin and luggage may not be available for several hours. Frequent walks on the promenade deck are often a highlight of my tripYou can see some wonderful views from a cruise ship. Lastly, I always lean into themed parties and eventsMany cruise ships have themed events or nights, and I love looking them up in advance so I can prepare my outfits.

Persons: I've, You'll, I'd, It's, we're, we'll, Tammy Barr Locations: Paris, Berlin, Rome, Civitavecchia

☆ A nutrition researcher shares 5 habits he follows to eat healthy and build muscle during the holidays
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementA nutrition and longevity researcher said he uses science to make his holidays fun and healthy. He focuses on building muscle to take advantage of big meals for better gains. He also leans into high-protein and veggie-rich holiday meals, followed by a rich dessert. From making seasonal foods more nutritious to using holidays treats to build muscle, here's his approach to the season. AdvertisementUse big meals to fuel muscle-buildingThe holidays often focus on eating, and treating yourself can be a great opportunity to build muscle, according to Rhodes.

Persons: Chris Rhodes, Rhodes, it's Locations: what's, Brussels

☆ NFL star Rob Gronkowski wanted to 'go big' with his first investment at age 25: Now his Apple stock is worth more than $600,000
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-27 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Rob Gronkowski has four Super Bowl rings to his name, but one of his biggest wins came off the field. urged him to invest in Apple, Gronkowski decided to give it a shot. At that point, Gronkowski cashed out his initial $69,000 investment and left the rest to grow. While his Apple investment paid off handsomely — the company's stock is up more than 1,000% since 2014 — Gronkowski didn't need the financial assist. The Super Bowl champion famously refused to spend his NFL paychecks, choosing instead to live off of his endorsement money.

Persons: Rob Gronkowski, Gronkowski, I'd, Pro Bowler, paychecks Organizations: Fortune, Patriots, Apple, NFL, Bowl, CNBC Locations: Foxborough, New England

☆ AI Customer Service Chatbots Are Making People Miserable and Annoyed
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Emily Stewart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

By corporate America's (sometimes dubious) telling, AI is basically the answer to everything, including customer service. A recent Gartner survey found that nearly two-thirds of customers prefer that companies don't use AI for customer service. Related storiesEven setting aside the cost savings for companies, there are clear reasons that AI should be a good fit for customer service. "We know that there are certain aspects of customer service that AI is doing well. What's more, if every company has a mediocre AI experience, the bar might just be lowered across the board.

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☆ I'm glad Google convinced Apple to use its browser, says Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailI'm glad Google convinced Apple to use its browser, says Jim Cramer'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at recent movements in the mega cap stocks and what's behind them.

Persons: Jim Cramer Organizations: Google, Apple

☆ I made stuffing using 4 recipes from celebrity chefs — the best used a boxed mix and beat Ina Garten's
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Paige Bennett | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

AdvertisementTo find the best stuffing recipe, I turned to Ina Garten, Paula Deen, Ree Drummond, Sunny Anderson. In search of the best stuffing recipe, I turned to celebrity chefs Ina Garten, Paula Deen, Ree Drummond, and Sunny Anderson. Related Video We got a local and a British tourist to find Philadelphia's best cheesesteakGarten's herb-and-apple stuffing features plenty of fresh ingredientsThe ingredients for Ina Garten's stuffing recipe. AdvertisementDrummond's stuffing recipe requires 3 kinds of breadThe ingredients for Ree Drummond's stuffing recipe. Anderson's stuffing recipe has 4 flavor combinations to choose fromThe ingredients for Sunny Anderson's stuffing recipe.

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☆ I had a baby a month before turning 50. I'll be nearly 70 when he graduates high school, but we live in the moment.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-26 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Our son, Huck, was born healthy. AdvertisementSpeace, 56, with her son, Huck, 6. Courtesy of Jamey WoodI was tired, but I don't think I got more tired than younger moms did. It's helped me deal with the reality that I'll be almost 70 when Huck graduates high school. I'll put my son back in his bed and he'll say, "Mommy, you're all wet."

Persons: Amy Speace, Jamey, Huck, Jamey Wood, It's, I'd, I've Organizations: Business Locations: Nashville

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