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☆ Return fraud is costing retailers billions. A new AI program can spot when scammers send back counterfeits.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Lakshmi Varanasi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Return fraud costs retailers billions, with billions lost globally. Amazon and other retailers face scams exploiting return policies for financial gain. French luxury brand Lacoste is using Vrai, an AI technology developed by Cypheme, a leader in anti-counterfeit artificial intelligence, to catch scammers returning counterfeit items. Some companies have even received boxes full of bricks after customers banked refunds for items like televisions. US retailers lost a little over $100 billion in return fraud, or around $13.70 for every $100 returned, up from $10.40 per $100 in 2022.

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☆ Denzel Washington's 15 best and 15 worst movies, according to critics
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Gabbi Shaw | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

AdvertisementDenzel Washington is one of the most beloved movie stars of all time. He's been nominated for nine Oscars, with rumors of a 10th buzzing after "Gladiator II." If you think about the greatest movie stars of the last five decades, there's no way Denzel Washington doesn't make that list. He was also named People's Sexiest Man Alive in 1996, the first man of color to receive the honor. We used Rotten Tomatoes scores to determine the best and worst movies of Washington's career, according to critics.

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☆ British Airways' new first-class is a major upgrade and shows airlines' luxury arms race is heating up
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Pete Syme | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Since the pandemic, premium cabins have been more profitable as travelers appear to be more willing to pay extra for luxury. Related storiesA new first-classComing in 2026, British Airways' new first class has a large wall featuring the airline's logo. AdvertisementEmirates and British Airways' first-class suites. BA isn't the only airline to recently unveil first-class seats that take on-board luxury to a new level. Among the flurry of new first-classes, British Airways is unique in upgrading those on its Airbus A380s.

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SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday deals | More Black Friday sales | How I found the best Black Friday deals | Why trust NBC Select? 4.6-star average rating from 10,937 reviews on AmazonLowest price everI use these wireless earbuds every day while running, commuting and taking calls. 4.5-star average rating from 10,174 reviews on AmazonUsing this kitchen gadget helps you speed up prep time while cooking. Best Black Friday salesHere are the best Black Friday sales to know about. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews.

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I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Black Friday Apple deals actually worth shopping — deals I would shop myself. SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday Apple deals | Best Black Friday Apple accessory deals | Best Black Friday Beats deals | More Black Friday Apple sales | How I found the best Black Friday Apple deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Black Friday Apple dealsI found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. Best Black Friday Apple salesHere are the best Black Friday Apple sales to know about. For this piece, I researched early Black Friday deals across retailers to find notable deals on Apple products and accessories.

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Black Friday is officially here, and this year you can score furniture deals on everything you need to level up your living space. I combed through discounts to find the best furniture deals actually worth shopping. SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday furniture deals | More Black Friday furniture sales | How I picked the best Black Friday furniture deals | Why trust NBC Select? 4.4-star average rating from 244 reviews on Urban OutfittersFloor pillows are a functional and fun way to decorate your space. Best Black Friday furniture salesHere are the best Black Friday furniture sales to know about.

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I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Black Friday tech deals actually worth shopping — deals I would shop myself. SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday tech deals | More Black Friday tech sales | How I picked the best Black Friday tech deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Black Friday tech dealsI found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. Best Black Friday audio deals4.6-star average rating from 11,361 reviews on AmazonLowest price everIf you own an iPhone, these are some of the best wireless earbuds you can buy. Best Black Friday tech salesHere are the best Black Friday tech sales to know about.

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I frequently cover shopping events as a writer for NBC Select, and I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Black Friday Costco deals actually worth shopping. SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday Costco deals | More Black Friday Costco sales | Best Black Friday sales at other retailers | How I picked the best Black Friday Costco deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Black Friday Costco salesHere are the best Black Friday Costco sales to know about. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating. To round up the best deals from Costco, I found highly rated products at their lowest price ever or their lowest price in three months.

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Black Friday is officially here, and retailers are offering notable clothing deals during the event. I frequently cover shopping events as a reporter for NBC Select, and I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Black Friday clothing deals actually worth shopping. SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday clothing deals | More Black Friday clothing sales | How I picked the best Black Friday clothing deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Black Friday clothing dealsI found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. Best Black Friday clothing salesHere are the best Black Friday clothing sales to know about.

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As NBC Select editors, we scope out thousands of online deals to find the best ones that are worth your money. Below, I compiled the best deals our NBC Select editors are taking advantage of this Black Friday. I’ve had my eye on the Hulken for quite some time as it is a popular product amongst NBC Select staff. NBC Select reporter, Zoe Malin, has let me borrow hers from time to time and it’s was life changing. I’m an editorial intern at NBC Select who frequently covers gift guides, deals posts and product roundups.

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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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☆ 10 affordable and thoughtful gifts under $50, recommended by Make It staff: 'I'd buy it again in a heartbeat'
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Mike Winters | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Gifts under $50 can strike a balance between thoughtfulness and practicality, making them ideal for family, friends or even a secret Santa exchange during the holiday season. With that in mind, here are 10 unique, fun and practical gifts for everyone on your shopping list, curated by CNBC Make It staff members. But fortunately for my oral health and fragile ego, my people-pleasing tendencies won out — and the product changed my life. Packing cubesPrice: $21.59 I'm not going to lie — I was influenced by TikTok to buy these Bagsmart compressible packing cubes. I've used it to label everything from my the tabs in my recipe binder to different sizes of knitting needles.

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Learn moreBeauty fans everywhere, our editors included, are shopping Glossier's Black Friday sale. It's only $15.40 during Glossier's Black Friday sale right now. View at GlossierGlossier Black Friday Sale FAQsWhen does the sale start and end? The Glossier sale is on now and runs through December 2. Glossier is rarely on sale, so Black Friday is the ideal time to stock up on products you can use daily and their newest additions.

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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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View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at iRobotThe best Black Friday Shark robot vacuum dealsShark Ion Robot Vacuum (AV753) $149.99 $229.99 Save 35% The Shark Ion is the best vacuum under $300 we've tested. View at WalmartLowest Price Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro Robot Vacuum $699.99 $1,199.99 Save 42% The PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro (AV2800ZE) is Shark's latest and most advanced robot vacuum. View at AmazonBest Black Friday robot vacuum deals from other brandsLowest Price Dreame L40 Ultra Robot Vacuum $1,049.99 $1,499.99 Save 30% The Dreame L40 Ultra is the best splurge robot vacuum we've tested. View at AmazonBlack Friday robot vacuum deal FAQsWhat is the best robot vacuum to buy?

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Learn moreThe best Black Friday monitor deals include big savings on displays for everyday use, office work, and gaming. Right now, this 27-inch Dell 4K monitor is on sale for just $250, which is a great price for such a versatile midrange display. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonThe best Black Friday gaming monitor dealsGamers have a wealth of Black Friday monitor deals to shop, including discounts on several high-end OLED monitors. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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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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Learn moreBlack Friday is almost here, and if you're in the market for a new winter coat this season, now's definitely the time to shop. The best Black Friday women's winter coat dealsHalfdays Wheeler Parka $277.00 $395.00 Save 30% This winter parka is as technical as it is stylish. View at HalfdaysFrank and Oak The Hygge Puffer Coat $268.99 $449.00 Save 40% Wrap yourself in warmth with this sustainably made coat. View at Saks Fifth AvenueBlack 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.

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Learn moreThe Black Friday Meta Quest 3 deals and Quest 3S bundles are live, and we're shocked and delighted to see the new 3S get such a good one already despite only being released in October. Meta Quest 3S Black Friday dealsIt's too soon to get a discount on the new Meta Quest 3S hardware, but the discounts on bundled extras are excellent today. Best Value Meta Quest 3S (128GB) $299.00 $448.00 Save 33% The Quest 3S is Meta's most affordable VR headset. View at AmazonMeta Quest 3 Black Friday dealsThe full-sized Meta Quest 3 is an odd duck right now. Check out our full Meta Quest 3S review.

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Right now, the digital-edition PS5 Slim console is on sale for $374, which is $75 off and the lowest price we've seen. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at AmazonBlack Friday PS5 FAQsHow does the PS5 Digital Edition compare to the standard PS5? The PS5 Digital Edition is the same console as the standard PS5, just without a disc drive. Sony also sells a PS5 disc drive add-on for $80, which lets you attach a disc drive to the slim version of the PS5 Digital Edition.

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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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The KitchenAid 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer is the best best KitchenAid stand mixer overall and has the ideal power and capacity for home bakers. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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☆ Baby-boomer homeowners got rich from skyrocketing house prices. Now they can't find retirement housing.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementBaby-boomer homeowners have benefited from skyrocketing housing prices amid a home shortage. Baby boomers have been the big winners in the US housing market, but as the generation retires, its members are facing a new challenge in finding accessible housing. Those who oppose building are disproportionately older homeowners. AdvertisementMany older homeowners — particularly the growing number who still have mortgages — are struggling with rising insurance premiums. Molinsky's report found older Black homeowners had less than half the home equity of older white homeowners.

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