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☆ More wealthy travelers are going on luxury safaris — some for more than $2,500 a day
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-04 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Some luxury travel agencies and tour operators say they've seen an uptick in travelers booking luxury safaris. She's not alone — as of late, a growing number of travelers have been itching to go on a luxurious African safari, too. Micato SafarisLuxury tour operator Abercrombie and Kent's African safaris have always been among its best-selling vacations, the company told BI in an email. AdvertisementSome luxury travel agencies are noticing it, tooLuxury travel agency Indagare told BI in an email that safari bookings are "trending upward. AdvertisementWith such prices, some travelers might consider luxury safaris a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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☆ How to talk like a banker
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-03 | by ( Emmalyse Brownstein | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

A manager might leave a comment on a page telling the junior banker to "kill this," which just means delete it. A manager might also instruct the junior banker to "take another stab" at it, which means doing the presentation over again and sending it back by email. In stock market talk, "trading with the Street" usually means someone is trading along the lines of majority opinion. It's so much a part of the culture that the term is also used by higher-ups to describe their junior bankers professionally. Each time a banker makes changes to client materials pre-meeting — like a deck — it's standard practice for every round of edits or changes to be saved as a new file.

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☆ I'm a Google Cloud director who spent decades in the FBI. If you want a tech job, cybersecurity is the place to be.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-03 | by ( Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

He told BI that cybersecurity roles are in high demand and there's a shortage of talent. Cybersecurity roles are needed across all business verticals and they're here to stay, Palmore said. AdvertisementThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with MK Palmore, a director in Google Cloud's office of the chief information security officer. I'm a director in Google Cloud's office of the chief information security officer. As industry importance continues to rise, the availability of talent continues to be a bit of a challenge across all industries.

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All that aside, let us show you everything you need to know about where to watch a free Brazil F1 live stream wherever you are in the world. Where to watch a free Brazil F1 live streamThis weekend's simplest option for a free Brazil GP live stream is using a VPN to tune into one of the free streams mentioned above. How to watch free Brazil F1 live streams with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch Brazil F1 live stream in the USESPN is covering the remaining Formula 1 races this season, but ESPN+ and ABC also have a few, including this week's Brazil GP. Check price at FuboHow to watch Brazil F1 live stream in the UKWant a free option?

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☆ I skip the Hamptons and head to a coastal town in Connecticut instead. It's less crowded and wonderful year-round.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-02 | by ( Allison Tibaldi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I got fed up and started spending weekends in Madison, a coastal Connecticut town. So, I found my own "dupe" of the Hamptons about 100 miles away in New England: Madison, Connecticut. Related Video All the differences between Starbucks in Italy and the USThe town defines coastal calm, with just about everything the Hamptons has minus the crowds. Madison has plenty thanks to the Sculpture Mile, a free outdoor public art installation of museum-quality sculptures scattered around town. There's often something happening on the town greenMadison's historic town green is its leafy centerpiece.

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No matter who you're rooting for, we'll ensure you know where to watch Oregon vs. Michigan, including live streaming options for those without cable. Oregon and Michigan have played only five times in history, with Michigan winning the first three and Oregon winning the most recent two. Where to watch Oregon vs. Michigan in the USThe Oregon vs. Michigan game will air on CBS in the US. Check price at FuboHow to watch Oregon vs. Michigan from anywhereFootball fans traveling outside of the US during the Oregon vs. Michigan game can still keep up with their streaming options with the help of a VPN. Check price at ExpressVPNHow to watch Oregon vs. Michigan with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one.

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☆ At this McDonald's in Italy, your Big Mac comes with a side of ancient ruins
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-02 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

In 2014, during construction on a McDonald's in Italy, workers found an ancient road. McDonald's Italia supported restoration work on the road before building the restaurant over it. Visitors to the restaurant in Frattocchie can see the road and skeletons among its stones. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . In 2014, workers building the restaurant on the outskirts of Rome stumbled upon an ancient Roman road.

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As the Fed lowers rates, mortgage rates are expected to go down, though next week's cut is already priced in and is unlikely to have an impact. See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowWhat Are Today's Mortgage Refinance Rates? See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's mortgage rates will affect your monthly and long-term payments. Current 30-Year Mortgage RatesAverage 30-year mortgage rates are hovering around 6.50%, according to Zillow data. But now that inflation has decelerated and the Fed has started cutting rates, mortgage rates have trended down.

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Learn moreFollowing a solid victory last week, Inter Miami will attempt to eliminate Atlanta United from the MLS Playoffs this weekend. Below, we've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami, including global watch options. Where to watch Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami in the USAtlanta United vs. Inter Miami is available through the MLS Season Pass in the US, along with the rest of the MLS postseason. Check price at Apple TV+Apple TV Plus MLS Season Pass The MLS pass is now just a single $9.99 cost for the rest of the season and the playoffs. Check price at Apple TV+Where to watch Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami in the UK and elsewhereThe Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United game will be available through Apple TV Plus and/or MLS Season Pass in over 100 other countries.

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☆ The No. 1 move to improve your finances in 5 minutes, according to CFPs
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-01 | by ( Ryan Ermey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

But that doesn't mean there aren't small, concrete steps you can take toward a better financial future that only require a few minutes. We asked financial planners the top piece of advice they'd give to clients who had only five minutes to meaningfully improve their finances . A doctor wouldn't attempt to help you improve your diet or exercise habits without knowing what you're currently doing. Getting to know your spending habits is like checking your financial vitals. To that end, you'll have to spend some time — more than just the initial five minutes — regularly reviewing your monthly spending.

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☆ The Brooklinen Down Comforter has held up for 1,000+ nights. Here's why it's the most comfortable duvet we've tested
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-01 | by ( Mara Leighton | Lisa Sabatini | Senior Digital Culture Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Brooklinen All-Season Down Comforter (Queen) The Brooklinen All-Season Down Comforter is a soft, light, and comfortable choice that's airy and warm but remains breathable so you can use it any time of the year. Check price at Brooklinen Check price at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Light and airy feelCheck mark icon A check mark. Smooth sateen shellCheck mark icon A check mark. The Brooklinen All-Season Down is the best all-year comforter I've found, but it's not magical.

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Learn moreEvery November, we tell ourselves and our loved ones the same thing: it's okay to order your Thanksgiving meal online. And if you just need help with the centerpiece, we curated lists of the best ham and the best turkey you can order online. Or, check out the full feast packages from Harry & David, which will deliver a complete meal right to your door. Plus, we've included some wine bundles that pair perfectly with turkey. AdvertisementHere are the best places to order Thanksgiving dinner onlineGoldbellyHarry & DavidOmaha SteaksBoarderieThe Honey Baked Ham Co.

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The Premier Luxury Hybrid Mattress is Awara's most expensive mattress whose only difference with the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress is two extra inches of plush latex for an extra $430. (For reference, the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress is our best budget organic mattress and will be slightly firmer than the Premier). Awara Premier Luxury Hybrid Mattress The organic Awara Premier Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress excels in comfort for back and stomach sleepers and will regulate the temperature of hot sleepers. So, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that the Awara Premier Luxury Hybrid Mattress has a plush top that's cozy and cloud-like. Overall, I would say that the Awara Premier Luxury Hybrid Mattress does a good — though not great — job of motion isolation.

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I do think that seeing a woman on the ballot will, hopefully, encourage more women to vote, even if they don't vote for Harris. At the time, I thought it was going to be a landslide, like 'We're about to have our first woman president.' I don't think everybody in the U.S. will ever be ready for a woman president, but I don't think everybody in the U.S. was ready for a Black president either. Even if Kamala wins, I don't think everybody in the U.S. is ready for a woman president, just like they weren't ready for a Black president. I think Harris is just bringing a lot of new people into the process who haven't necessarily felt included before.

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☆ I shopped at Anthropologie and Target for fall decor. One store had a wider selection, but the other had more discounts.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

I stopped by Target and Anthropologie a week before Halloween to shop their fall decor sections. I was surprised to find that both stores were already heavily pushing their winter holiday decor. Target had a bigger selection of fall home decor, but Anthropologie offered bigger discounts. AdvertisementThe end of Halloween doesn't have to mean the end of fall decor. AdvertisementHere's how the fall home decor at Target and Anthropologie compared in terms of style and value.

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☆ What a Trump or Harris presidency would mean for your tax bill
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Juliana Kaplan | Bryan Metzger | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Trump's plans could mean tax hikes for lower earners; Harris' proposals would target higher earners. This is the fourth in a five-part series about the impacts either a Trump or a Harris presidency could have on US consumers. Trump has proposed extending his slew of tax cuts from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 — also known as the "Trump tax cut." But another part of Trump's tax policy — his plan to levy universal tariffs on all US imports — could end up undercutting this positive impact. AdvertisementTrump has floated lifting the $10,000 cap on the State and Local Tax deduction, known as SALT, from his 2017 tax bill.

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☆ Inside Realtors' Fight for Control of America's for-Sale Home Listings
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( James Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

Agents might be emboldened to share listings among private networks of in-the-know brokers rather than market them to everyone. And if the goal is a transparent market that prioritizes consumers, the clear-cooperation policy is a flawed tool. Redfin estimated that in the second quarter of 2019, about 1.7% of listings, or some 18,000 homes, were likely pocketed. In a hot market, it's easier for brokers to market a home off the databases and still get it sold. What has changed since the rule went into effect is brokerages' eagerness to control access to home listings.

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☆ I'm an American who's lived in South Korea for 10 years. Here are 9 things I don't miss about the US.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Krissi Driver | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

I moved from the US to South Korea in 2013, and there are some things I don't miss about America. Here are nine things I don't miss about living in the US. There's a large US military presence in South Korea, and many Americans have brought their tipping habits with them overseas. For example, in South Korea, I've seen candidates ride around in the bed of a truck blasting their campaign theme song. When I travel outside South Korea, I'm often stunned by the slow internet speeds and spotty public WiFi.

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☆ Comcast says it's thinking of getting out of the cable TV business
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Peter Kafka | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Cable TV networks look like they're in permanent decline. AdvertisementThe future of cable TV channels is not looking good, at all. And basic cable TV networks are bearing the brunt of the collapse. Programming from the cable networks, for instance, is part of the pitch behind its Peacock streamer. question — if Comcast doesn't want these assets contaminating its core business, why would anyone else want to own it?

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☆ Big Tech's vanishing perks have left employees to face a stark new reality
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, Big Tech is pulling back on the freebies for its employees . The perks help recruit and retain talent and keep employees working at the office. Some Amazon employees aren't buying it. It's not all bad news for Amazon employees, though. Some Amazon employees support Jeff Bezos' controversial WaPo decision.

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☆ Funding 'John Wick' kick-started Eva Longoria's investing career. Now, it's her day job.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Jason Guerrasio | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

Eva Longoria stepped in at the last minute with a $6 million investment that saved "John Wick." AdvertisementTen years ago, Eva Longoria became the unlikely savior of "John Wick." I love David saying, "They went to people with bankroll." What have you made off that $6 million investment? AdvertisementLooking back, how significant was the "John Wick" investment in your investing career today?

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☆ How to charge your new electric car at home — and how much you might pay
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Benjamin Zhang | Tim Levin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

To get the most out of your electric car, you'll want to charge it at home, and likely overnight. This article is part of "Getting Ready for Electric," a series of guides and practical advice for buying your next EV. Going electric introduces a whole new element of car ownership: charging. "Home charging is what makes it easy and efficient to own an EV," Newman said. When it comes to choosing a charger, Sapp says it's a "safe bet" to go with a model recommended by your car's manufacturer.

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☆ Designer bags are expensive. So some people are buying luxe hand soap instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Designer hand soaps from brands like Aesop and Diptyque have become gateways into luxury shopping. AdvertisementIt's been said that once you wash your hands with Aesop's Resurrection hand soap, you'll never turn back. Consumers began buying designer soap for their homes more widely in the late 2010s, and in 2018, the global market for bath soap was valued at $19.5 billion. A 2024 report by Expert Market Research said the global soap market could reach over $36 billion in revenue by 2032, and luxury soap products are partially to thank. AdvertisementSo yes, buying luxury soap might seem to some like you're washing money down the drain.

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I found what I was looking for in the Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty, an air purifier designed for medium-to-large rooms. Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty Air Purifier If you need a powerful, energy-efficient air purifier for medium to large rooms, the Airmega AP-1521HH Mighty is your best option. AdvertisementOur review of the Coway Airmega AP-1521HH MightyThe Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty prefilter captures large particles like pet fur. Air quality sensor: Open the air quality sensor cover every two months (or sooner in dusty environments) and clean it with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Heidi Borst/Business InsiderConsider the Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty if you're seeking an effective and user-friendly air purifier for a medium-to-large environment.

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See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowWhat Are Today's Refinance Rates? See more mortgage rates on Zillow Real Estate on ZillowMortgage CalculatorUse our free mortgage calculator to see how today's interest rates will affect your monthly payments. Current 30-Year Mortgage RatesAverage 30-year mortgage rates are around 6.50%, according to Zillow data. Mortgage rates are determined by a variety of different factors, including larger economic trends, Federal Reserve policy, your state's current mortgage rates, the type of loan you're getting, and your personal financial profile. Now that the Fed has cut rates, mortgage rates may not drop much in October.

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