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Learn moreThe best Cyber Monday iPad deals are outstanding this year, with some of the deepest discounts on these tablets. 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 AmazonCyber Monday iPad FAQsWhat is the best iPad?

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Walmart offers some of the greatest variety when it comes to product selection, so we've gathered all of the best Walmart Cyber Monday deals below to help narrow it down for you. Be sure to check out our roundup of the best Cyber Monday deals and the best Amazon Cyber Monday deals for even more savings. Best Cyber Monday Walmart tech dealsIf you're looking for tech, Walmart has several deals on items from Sony, Samsung, Beats, and more. View at WalmartBest Cyber Monday Walmart TV dealsThe best Walmart Cyber Monday TV deals are available across top brands like Sony, LG, Vizio, and Hisense. View at WalmartBest Cyber Monday Walmart Apple dealsThere are tons of Cyber Monday Apple deals at Walmart, including savings on the Apple Watch 10 and sets of AirTags.

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☆ How dating apps are changing in the wake of swiping fatigue and new startups emerging
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-01 | by ( Sydney Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Business Insider has interviewed several founders of the newest dating startups entering the ring. Dating apps are in for a shake-up. Read: Meet the founders behind 11 dating startupsThe new crop of dating apps is tackling various pain points in the online dating experience. AdvertisementThere's also a wave of IRL-focused startups that forgo the experience of a dating app entirely with in-person events bringing singles together. Read more about new dating startups launching to compete with Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble:

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☆ A complete timeline of Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen's relationship following the couple's engagement announcement
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-01 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementActor Hailee Steinfeld and NFL star Josh Allen have announced their engagement. Hailee Steinfeld and NFL star Josh Allen announced their engagement in an Instagram post shared on Friday. In paparazzi photos published by the New York Post, Allen and Steinfeld were seen out together in New York City. AdvertisementJanuary 2024: Steinfeld evades questions about the NFL star while attending the Golden Globes. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesWhile on the red carpet before the award ceremony, Steinfeld avoided going into detail about her relationship with Allen.

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☆ Gen Zers and millennials are clamoring for their grandmas' bathrooms
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-01 | by ( Dan Latu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Inside a GLB-owned property in Los Angeles with vintage bathroom decor still intact. AdvertisementHomeowners are paying to get the lookA Los Angeles pink-tiled bathroom that cost $25,000 to return to pristine condition. Today, Bramson's company, GLB Properties, manages 30 properties throughout Los Angeles, with rents ranging from $3,250 for a one-bedroom to $11,000 for a four-bedroom. Biba de Sousa pays $4,000 monthly for a Los Angeles apartment from GLB Properties with carefully restored vintage tiles. In 2021, esthetician Biba de Sousa moved into a GLB apartment in LA's Miracle Mile neighborhood.

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☆ Cheap and almost hangover-free — why the teeny, tiny martini is trending
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-01 | by ( Maria Noyen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementAnd once you start noticing them on bar menus, it can quickly start to feel like the tiny martini is everywhere. Related storiesTayēr and Elementary's tiny martini debuted in 2019, but a bar representative told BI: "These days, there is literally no table that wouldn't order them." Teeny, tiny moments of luxuryAnother factor favoring the popularity of the mini martini is a heightened demand for luxury experiences. Tiny martinis might still scratch the itch for a special moment, Flynn added. "What it offers," she said, "is that feeling of a mini luxury moment."

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☆ Why Lululemon Is Thriving in China
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-01 | by ( Maria Noyen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementLululemon has seen sales slide in North America, but it's thriving in China. But in China, changing health habits and a struggling luxury sector are helping to boost sales. China is in its health and wellness era, offering Lululemon a ray of hope as the brand struggles to engage consumers back in the US and Canada, where it was founded. Yet, over in China, Lululemon is on the up and up. Lululemon is resonating with Chinese consumers who are in their health and wellness era.

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SKIP AHEAD Best Black Friday smartwatch deals | Best Black Friday smartwatch accessory deals | More Black Friday smartwatch sales | How I picked the best Black Friday smartwatch deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Black Friday smartwatch dealsI found, vetted and wrote about every deal I recommend below. Best Black Friday smartwatch salesHere are the best Black Friday smartwatch sales to know about. Most of the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating. For this piece, I researched early Black Friday deals across retailers and brands to find notable deals on smartwatches.

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☆ Putin gives more details on Russia's 'Oreshnik' hypersonic missile, saying its destructive elements reach over 7,000 degrees Fahrenheit
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementRussian President Vladimir Putin has provided more details on the "Oreshnik" missile. The hypersonic ballistic missile was first used by Russia in Ukraine in November. Russian President Vladimir Putin shared more details on Russia's "Oreshnik" missile during a state visit to Kazakhstan. Russia first used the Oreshnik missile in Ukraine last week, striking a munitions factory in Dnipro. AdvertisementThe UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) said on Friday that the Oreshnik was likely a variant of the Rubezh RS-26 ballistic missile — a solid-fueled, road-mobile ballistic missile.

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☆ As a personal trainer in my 20s, I ate as little as possible and over-exercised to stay lean. At 34, I'm fitter, healthier, and stronger — but much less strict.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

But now I know that health-promoting behaviors can be pursued independent of body changes, weight, and body composition. I aim for 'body neutrality'A lot of people label me as "body positive" but actually I'm not. I'm not trying to bash body positivity, but it's not for me and it wasn't created for someone like me. I'm grateful that I've learned what I have and can see a more multidimensional meaning behind what I'm doing. That's how I'm trying to live my life.

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☆ The US military's fight with the Houthis is locked in a dangerous stalemate
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Jake Epstein | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In the year since, the rebels have menaced key Middle East shipping routes with missiles and drones, disrupting maritime trade. However, the ongoing Houthi attacks have caused a notable decline in activity along that critical route, forcing ships to make longer and more expensive trips around Africa. Over the past year, the Navy has fired off hundreds of munitions in its Middle East operations, costing over $1.8 billion and draining the Pentagon of key missiles that are expensive to procure. Officials stress that Washington will continue to act against the Houthis to stop their attacks. Even as some warships left the Middle East earlier this month, other vessels have already moved in to take their place.

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☆ 3 things you can do before the end of the year to level up your career
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Tim Paradis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementWorkers can start taking steps now to help boost their careers into next year. People should enhance their AI skills to stay competitive, one executive told BI. Volunteering and side hustles can boost skills, empowerment, and career opportunities. One way to improve your AI skills is simply to use it. Saad told BI that many nonprofits lack the resources to meet all of their operational needs.

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☆ 9 charts show how buying a home has gotten harder for the average American
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-30 | by ( Alcynna Lloyd | Madison Hoff | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Advertisement"A challenge for first-time homebuyers is higher mortgage rates, especially over the last year," Snowden said. "We see that a large share of homebuyers, especially first-time buyers, rely on gifts or loans from family and friends," Snowden said. The share of first-time homebuyers dropped to just 24% in 2024, down from 32% in 2023 and a record 50% in 2010. AdvertisementIn 2024, the median age of first-time buyers was 38, nine years older than in 1981. AdvertisementSince NAR started collecting data, single women homebuyers have outpaced single men homebuyers, but the gap has grown.

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All Apple iPad Black Friday deals are expected to last until midnight on November 29. 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. It's compatible with Apple Intelligence AI features and supports the Apple Pencil Pro and the Apple Pencil (USB-C).

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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 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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☆ From flavor drops to new shapes, how Kraft Mac and Cheese is trying to maintain its dominance
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Jordan Valinsky | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

New York CNN —With Kraft Mac & Cheese’s latest product, the 87-year-old brand is taking a page from hip streetwear companies. Available Friday exclusively on Walmart’s website, Kraft is selling just 15,000 boxes of its limited-edition everything bagel flavor. For the past three decades, Kraft Mac & Cheese has been sold in more than 40 licensed designs, ranging from “Rugrats” to “Spongebob Squarepants,” targeting families with younger children. Now that these kids have grown up with the brand, Kraft is gradually adding designs to attract young adults. Kraft Mac & Cheese released new shapes targeted at young adults.

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☆ Walmart Black Friday 2024: Our deal expert found the 34 best rollbacks, including discounts on Dyson, PS5, and Apple
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Lillian Brown | Brendan Griffiths | Associate Editor Of Streaming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Learn moreBlack Friday has arrived, and the best Walmart Black Friday deals include major discounts on top items. For even more deals, make sure to bookmark our guide to the best Black Friday deals, which span multiple retailers. Best Black Friday Walmart tech dealsIf you're looking for tech beyond Apple, Walmart has several deals on items from Sony, Samsung, Beats, and more. View at WalmartBest Black Friday Walmart TV dealsThe best Walmart Black Friday deals can be seen across top brands like Sony, LG, Vizio, and Hisense. View at WalmartBest Black Friday Walmart Apple dealsThere are tons of Black Friday Apple deals at Walmart, including savings on the Apple Watch 10 and sets of AirTags.

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Learn moreTracking down the actual best Black Friday deals isn't for the faint-hearted or inexperienced. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark. View at Nugget What we like Check mark icon A check mark. Play couch comes in 20 colors and ottoman is available in 10Check mark icon A check mark. View at Amazon What we like Check mark icon A check mark.

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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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☆ The social media world is splintering, and it'll pave the way for a new breed of influencer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Lindsay Dodgson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A splintered social media world is on the horizon — and it's paving the way for a new, more authentic breed of influencer. "People are just trying to find authentic communities," Eric Wittman, CEO of photo-editing app VSCO, told Business Insider. Smoothy said she sees things changing, with different "tiers" of content creators emerging from the industry's oversaturation. New social media horizonsLucy Edgerley, the head of influence at the global social media agency Born Social, told BI that Gen Zers, in particular, are craving creativity, entertainment, and inspiration. Young people who have grown up with social media are learning the lessons about the dark side of it — the mental health toll, the bullying, and the over-consumerism — the hard way, he said.

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Learn more2024's Black Friday sale is finally here, and our tech experts are tracking the best Black Friday laptop deals throughout the event. We're finding record-low prices for all sorts of laptops, from budget to high-end models and even the Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. View at Best BuyThe best Black Friday MacBook dealsThe 2022 MacBook Air M2 with 16GB RAM for $749 is an especially tempting deal. The 2024 MacBook Pro M4 is 13% off, which is a great deal on a model released this year. The updated base standard for RAM means the 2024 MacBook Pro is an excellent model to upgrade to.

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☆ Tired of Chicago winters, this Gen Xer retired at 46 and moved to Bangkok. It cut his monthly spending by half.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-29 | by ( Erin Liam | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

AdvertisementIn 2018, at 46, Chris retired and left Chicago for Bangkok. He enjoys the affordability of living in Bangkok and how easy it is to make friends. As he soaked in the pool of his Airbnb in Bangkok, Chris wondered, "How can I make this my home permanently?" Describing his lifestyle as "semi-luxury," Chris said he'd increased his budget year after year to adjust to his changing circumstances. ChrisFor Chris, being able to live any type of lifestyle is his favorite part of living in the city.

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