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☆ Why ESPN's sports-betting app is falling behind — and how it could make a comeback
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-28 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | Tiara White | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The future of ESPN's sports-betting app is now in question amid mounting losses and an activist investor push at partner Penn Entertainment that has prompted sale rumors. The app, ESPN Bet, made early strides in the first few months, gaining ground through promotions and marketing that leveraged ESPN's popular personalities. As of March, ESPN Bet had captured about 4% of the online-sports-betting market by gross gaming revenue, per Bank of America's analysis, though its share has been higher in states like Pennsylvania. "Testers liked ESPN Bet's UX and minty aesthetic but felt the app lacked depth (particularly more extensive features)," EKG wrote in May. "Product is one thing, and I would say having expertise in how to target users effectively to lower your acquisition costs and your retention costs" is key for the ESPN Bet app to compete, Wasiolek said.

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☆ That job you're applying for might be fake
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

In today's big story, we're looking at how the next job you apply for might be fake . While employment is still relatively low, sitting at only 4% , the job market is also pretty stagnant. ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty ImagesEven if you find a legitimate job posting, it doesn't get much easier. Workers were also spoiled with the 2021 job market, where candidates named their prices . AdvertisementAnd a fake job posting might be a blessing in disguise.

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☆ ‘We are happy he’s buried in Mecca,’ says daughter of man who died in Hajj heat wave
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Heather Chen | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Sentono had registered for the Hajj in 2018 and traveled to Mecca with his 83-year-old wife and neighbors from the Indonesian city of Yogyakarta, Jumartiyah said. Some 241,000 Indonesian pilgrims were scheduled to make the journey to Mecca this year, according to Indonesian officials – the country’s largest ever quota. Mecca, the holy city that is central for Hajj pilgrims, saw temperatures soar to a record 125 degrees Fahrenheit (51 Celsius) on Monday. “Everybody is affected by deadly heat and sadly I am not surprised by (the Hajj) death toll,” he added. “Spending time outdoors in the extreme Mecca heat is risking death … so I am afraid there will be more deadly Hajj pilgrimages in the future.”

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☆ Willie Mays: Chants of ‘Willie! Willie!’ stretched to the heavens at MLB game honoring Negro Leagues and late legend
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-21 | by ( Elizabeth Wolfe | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Willie Mays' son, Michael Mays, addresses the crowd aside baseball greats Ken Griffey Jr., left, and Barry Bonds, right. Approximately 60 Negro League players were in attendance – marking the largest official gathering of the league’s players in nearly 30 years, according to the MLB. A line of Negro League luminaries processed onto Rickwood Field before the game as “When the Saints Go Marching In” swelled through the stadium. Greason, who served as a mentor to teenaged Mays, told Fox Sports reporter Ken Rosenthal that Negro League players took to the field despite racism and segregation. “The overwhelming consensus is that Willie Mays is the greatest all-around player who has ever played,” veteran sportscaster Bob Costas told CNN.

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☆ 'Bridgerton' showrunner Jess Brownell says author Julia Quinn gave her blessing for Francesca's queer romance
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewWarning: Major spoilers ahead for season three, part two of "Bridgerton," and "When He Was Wicked," the sixth Bridgerton book. "In, for example, deciding to tell a queer story with Francesca, I spoke with Julia Quinn, I got her blessing." She finds that partner in John Stirling, the Earl of Kilmartin (Victor Alli). Hannah Dodd as Francesca Bridgerton and Victor Alli as John Stirling on season three, episode six of "Bridgerton." Victor Alli as John Stirling and Masali Baduza as Michaela Baduza in the season three finale of "Bridgerton."

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☆ It might be your fault you can't afford a house, says finance guru Dave Ramsey
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-18 | by ( Theron Mohamed | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewBuying a house has become especially hard, but some people can't afford one because they're mismanaging their money, personal finance guru Dave Ramsey says. "It is mathematically tough right now, it is economically tough. Overspenders can't complainDespite those challenges, the talk show host and author called out people who make bad financial decisions and then complain they can't afford a house. "Well I just told you why you can't afford a house: Your stinking overspending." "When you are broke and in debt, don't have an emergency fund, and sign up for a mortgage payment you can't afford, that is not smart real estate.

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☆ Having an only child means we have more time and resources for her. But it doesn't make her spoiled.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Sara Rowe Mount | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

As the parent of an only child, I often field questions like, "Does she have any siblings?" I considered having more kids before I got pregnantAt one point, I considered having more than one child. Unsurprisingly, my husband was fully on board with never, ever having to go through it all again. Being a mother is still incredibly challenging for meAs an only child my daughter does get more by default. AdvertisementMy daughter's developmental delays and autism mean she needs more of my physical and emotional reserves than a neurotypical child.

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☆ How the season 3 finale of 'Bridgerton' addresses one of the most scandalous storylines from 'Queen Charlotte'
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The season three finale of "Bridgerton" addresses one of the biggest unresolved storylines from the prequel spin-off "Queen Charlotte" involving Lady Agatha Danbury (Adjoa Andoh) and Violet Bridgerton (Ruth Gemmell) — and the result is a heartwarming scene that solidifies their friendship. Here's how the season three finale provides a satisfying resolution for Lady Danbury and Violet. AdvertisementIn 'Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story,' young Lady Danbury has an affair with Violet's dad, Lord LedgerArsema Thomas as young Lady Agatha Danbury and Keir Charles as Lord Ledger in season one, episode five of "Bridgerton." Lady Danbury and Violet Bridgerton acknowledge the affair in the season 3 finale of 'Bridgerton,' but harbor no hostilityAdjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury and Ruth Gemmell as Violet Bridgerton in the season three finale of "Bridgerton." AdvertisementAll episodes of "Bridgerton" season three are streaming on Netflix.

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☆ US Open: Box office Bryson DeChambeau receives mid-round physiotherapy in woods – then muscles into lead
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-15 | by ( Jack Bantock | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —Bryson DeChambeau lay sprawled on his back, gazing up at the towering pine trees as a physiotherapist worked him over. Once maligned by some golf fans, DeChambeau – whose personal YouTube channel continues to amass subscribers – has embraced his new-found role as a crowd-favorite. After his tee shot pulled into a bunker, the American came close to holing out with his mesmerizing subsequent swing. To top it all off, there was a spot of mid-round physiotherapy – permitted by the PGA Tour – in the woods ahead of the 11th hole. “Another frustrating day,” Scheffler told reporters.

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☆ Years of scrutiny for a president’s son culminate in guilty verdict
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-11 | by ( Zachary B. Wolf | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Hunter Biden’s ex-wife, his ex-girlfriend, his brother’s widow – with whom he had an affair – and his daughter all testified. Hunter Biden was administratively discharged, which is standard procedure when an officer fails a drug test. Did Joe Biden profit from his son Hunter’s career? It is a trade-off Hunter Biden has been experiencing for years. When Joe Biden was tapped as Barack Obama’s running mate in 2008, they made a point about not consorting with lobbyists.

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☆ I'm a single mom who rents my backyard to dog owners. I earned $3,000 in 11 months to help me pay bills.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-09 | by ( Alcynna Lloyd | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I'm a single mom living in Antioch, Illinois — between Milwaukee and Chicago — with two teenagers and a hound. It's a good option for dog owners with reactive pets or those who are uncomfortable with traditional dog parks. I'm making a good amount of moneyPiehl's Illnois backyard where she rents out on Sniffspot. AdvertisementA guest's dog playing in Piehl's backyard. He was working with a dog trainer because his dog would bark and lunge at people while walking.

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☆ Putin says it's 'obvious' that Trump's conviction is the result of 'an internal political struggle' in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-06 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewFormer President Donald Trump's conviction in his Manhattan hush money criminal trial was due to his rivals' political machinations, Russian leader Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. "They are burning themselves from the inside, their state, their political system," he said. On the contrary, they believe that these decisions were made for political reasons," Putin said on Wednesday, referencing the surge in donations to Trump's campaign, per the state-run Russian news agency TASS. AdvertisementIn February, Putin told Russian state media that Biden was his preferred candidate because he's "more experienced, more predictable." He wants Biden because he's going to be given everything he wants, including Ukraine," Trump said at a rally in South Carolina in February.

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Learn moreThe complicated history behind the LA Clippers is finally getting the miniseries treatment with a new FX on Hulu series. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about where to watch Clipped. Clipped tells the scandalous story of former Clippers owner Donald Sterling's (Ed O'Neill) reign. Keep reading to learn all of the details on Clipped, including what time new installments drop and how many episodes are expected this season. How to watch Clipped in the USNew episodes of Clipped are available to stream on Tuesdays at 12 a.m.

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☆ Mexico election: What to know about a historic presidential race
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-01 | by ( Aditi Sangal | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Here’s who is running for president:Claudia SheinbaumThe 61-year-old Sheinbaum is a former Mexico City mayor and climate scientist. A longtime political ally of incumbent President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, she was the Mexico City environment secretary from 2000-2006 when he was mayor. Her close alignment with López Obrador has been both a blessing and a curse politically. (López Obrador has repeatedly dismissed whispers that he favors a candidate that he could influence, telling press in February that he would “retire completely” after his term.) For a relative newcomer, Galvez’s entry into the presidential race has gained impressive momentum, experts say.

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But in closing arguments, one of Mr. Bragg’s prosecutors said that Mr. Cohen had told his lies for Mr. Trump. After the election, Mr. Pecker testified, Mr. Trump summoned him to Trump Tower. The ShowdownEven that did not prove that Mr. Trump had falsified records to disguise his reimbursement of Mr. Cohen. Mr. Trump washed his hands of Mr. Cohen, who turned on the man he had once idolized. Mr. Blanche also argued that Mr. Cohen had profited from his hatred for Mr. Trump with two books and a lucrative podcast deal.

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☆ Why replacing alcohol with weed is a growing trend in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-30 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

The use of weed to replace alcohol is a growing trend in the United States. “We know that moderate alcohol consumption has health risks, and risk increases as alcohol consumption increases,” Boyd said in an email. “Cannabis smoke contains toxins, carcinogens, and particulate matter that have been linked to cancer, lung damage, and cardiovascular disease,” Cohen said in an email. Research on edibles, such as baked goods, candies and beverages, and other methods of using cannabis is in its infancy. “In and of itself, it’s not good that more people are using cannabis,” Grinspoon said.

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☆ My adult kids live at home. Space is tighter and costs are higher, but it might be the best way for them to save enough money to buy a house.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-30 | by ( Jordan Pandy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

We've got three adult children, and two of them have boomeranged after college. I also look at the low interest rates from the pandemic, trying to prop up the economy. Interest rates — people don't want to move out of their homes when they have good interest rates. They don't sell because they know they're going to get into a new mortgage with higher interest rates. We feel like we're blessed that our adult kids want to spend some time with us.

Persons: —, Alex Gonzalez, Gonzalez, We've, it's, They're Organizations: Service, Business, Utilities Locations: Bloomington , Minnesota, Minneapolis

☆ Election Updates: Biden and Harris renew push for support of Black voters.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-29 | by ( Maya King | Nicholas Nehamas | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +4 min

He also once opposed hard-line immigration policies, and the Texas Republican Party censured him — but he has since shifted toward them. But House Republican leaders stuck by Mr. Gonzales, and their support may have in part rescued Mr. Gonzales in a race that hung by a knife’s edge into early Wednesday morning. In a four-person primary, Mr. Furman won about 45 percent of the vote and Mr. Garza won 27 percent to advance to the runoff. Texas House District 21The speaker of the Texas House, Dade Phelan, edged out his Trump-backed opponent in the Republican primary for his seat, winning by fewer than 400 votes. In Tuesday’s runoff, Mr. Phelan took 50.7 percent of the vote.

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☆ I was rejected from my first promotion at Google. Here's how I took control of my career and landed 3 promotions.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-29 | by ( Ella Hopkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Then I could go back to my manager and say: "Here's the problem, and here's what I did to solve it." I applied for another promotion a year after being turned down for the last oneI applied for another promotion. AdvertisementGetting rejected the first time was a blessing in disguise because I learned so much by getting rejected. I was tasked with being the tech lead of a number of critical projects for the Google Fiber TV ads team. Learning that I had to take control of my own career was vital to all the promotions I've had in my career since.

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Enter the Epson FastFoto (FF-680W), the only home scanner on the market that can batch-process up to 35 photos at a time, with scanning speeds up to 80 photos per minute. Epson FastFoto (FF-680W) The FastFoto is one of the best photo scanners on the market, allowing you to batch-scan images at speeds of up to two photos per second. While the OfficeJet has can scan images, it is much slower and more manual process than with the FastFoto. The same photo, as scanned by a cellphone app and the Epson FastFoto. AdvertisementThe bottom lineThe Epson FastFoto is the easiest and fastest solution I've found for digitizing old photos.

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☆ My son was diagnosed with autism at age 5. I spent decades hoping he'd change — but now I accept him as he is.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-28 | by ( Maribeth Smillar | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

He was diagnosed with autism at the age of 5. But I haven't spent my life hoping that Evan will be accepted. I've spent my life hoping that he will change. At times, I know I have failed them, but Evan is the one I have let down the most. In that pure and still place, I started to let go of what I had hoped would be and began to accept what was.

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☆ Dallas Mavericks one win away from NBA Finals as they go up 3-0 on the Minnesota Timberwolves
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-27 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals on Sunday, 116-107, to move to 3-0 in the series and knock on the door of their first NBA Finals appearance in 13 years. As a duo, Dončić and Irving scored or assisted 26 of the Mavericks’ 29 fourth quarter points. Dončić called Irving’s late-game performance “unbelievable.”“That’s why some people call him Mr. Fourth Quarter, right?” Dončić told reporters. Irving (right) scored 14 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter against the Timberwolves. I felt like in that fourth quarter, we had a good run going.

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☆ My adult son now has the traditional family I couldn't provide. I'm happy for him, but it's hard to accept.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-26 | by ( Melissa Drake | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Unfortunately, when my marriage ended, so did my hopes and dreams of creating that traditional family experience for my son. Now, my son is engaged to the woman of his dreams, and they're creating the family I never could give him. I was overwhelmed by the love and sheer "normality" of a traditional family — something I couldn't provide for my son. We'd come a long way from Iowa and my family experience growing up. AdvertisementOf course, the blessing of a traditional family came in a way that was different from what I expected.

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☆ I changed my name to Kricket. I didn't feel like Ashley represented me, and it's a nod to my maiden name.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-25 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kricket Bushnell. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. But I didn't want to be Kricket Krick. So, I applied to legally change my name Kricket Bushnell — Bushnell was my future husband's last name — a few weeks before our wedding. AdvertisementDo you have an interesting story about your name that you'd like to share with Business Insider?

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☆ My husband doesn't wear a wedding ring. I don't mind, but I wish we hadn't spent money on one.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Kelly Burch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

My husband only wore his ring during our honeymoonAt first, my husband tried to wear his ring. Related storiesTwelve years later, I can't remember the last time my husband wore his ring, and that doesn't bother me at all. Just like it doesn't bother me that he doesn't wear a bracelet, I didn't care when his ring came off. He lost his wedding ring after removing it to get stitches. Over more than a decade, we've been able to move beyond what society expects from us with wedding rings and define what truly works for us.

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