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May
20

What Walmart's RTO mandate is really about

Bentonville, Arkansas, the birthplace of Walmart. Gilles Mingasson /Getty Images Walmart said last week it will lay off several hundred workers and relocate others."It's a reversion to what Walmart was known for a few years ago," an expert told BI.But unlike some recent episodes of "quiet firing," there appears to be more at play for Walmart. Walma...

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I supercommute through 4 states to get to work. I love earning a 6-figure NYC salary but living a suburban life in Delaware.

Kyle Rice's commute takes around four hours in total. Courtesy of Kyle Rice Kyle Rice supercommutes from Delaware to New York for his job at an EMS software company.The commute takes about two hours each way and costs $1,510 monthly for Amtrak and PATH trains.Rice says it's worth it because he earns a high salary but enjoys lower living costs in De...

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20

What to know about 'Bridgerton' season 3, part 2 — including its release date

Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton and Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington in "Bridgerton" season three. Liam Daniel/Netflix "Bridgerton" season three, part one is out now on Netflix.Fans who binged the new episodes have to wait a month for the rest of the season.Here's what to know about the release and the potential plot. "Bridgerton" season t...

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May
20

Google Doodle: The history of the iconic temporary search logo illustrations and how to make your own

Kimihiro Hoshino/Getty Images The Google Doodle is a piece of art that temporarily replace the logo on Google's homepage.The first-ever Google Doodle was created as an out-of-office message for Google's founders.Google Doodles are now much more complex, and celebrate both major and obscure events and figures. Throughout Google's 25-year history, th...

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May
20

What to know about the mysterious new 'Bridgerton' character Lord Anderson, who was created just for the show

Daniel Francis as Lord Anderson, Adjoa Andoh as Lady Agatha Danbury on season three, episode four of "Bridgerton." Liam Daniel/Netflix Season three of "Bridgerton" introduces Lady Danbury's brother named Lord Marcus Anderson.But he won't be familiar to fans of the "Bridgerton" book series.Lord Anderson was created for the TV show. Here's what we kn...

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May
20

I didn't change my name after I got married despite being traditional in other ways. It doesn't make me less in love.

The author didn't change her last name after marrying her husband. Courtesy of the author I had initially planned on changing my name, but decided not to after giving it more thought.I still had to contend with family, friends, and strangers' opinions.Although I'm self-conscious about it sometimes, I am still happy in my decision. In some ways, I w...

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May
20

The world's stock markets are so hot that even China's on a rally. Analysts say it's not over yet.

US stock market indices are at record levels. Spencer Platt/Getty Images Global stock markets are hitting record highs, driven by economic optimism and potential rate cuts.China's stock markets are rallying on attractive valuations and government stimulus measures.Investors are shifting funds to China as they seek profits from rising valuations in ...

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May
20

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dies in helicopter crash

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash. Handout/Getty Images Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is dead after a helicopter crash in northwestern Iran.Iran's foreign minister and a provincial governor were also in the helicopter.Iran's vice president, Mohammad Mokhber, will likely take over before a new president is elected. Iranian Pr...

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May
20

Cher says she plans to celebrate her 78th birthday with a pillow over her head and screaming

Cher isn't prepared to turn 78 years old. Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartRadio Cher turns 78 on Monday.She told Entertainment Tonight that she plans to celebrate her birthday by "putting my pillow over my head and screaming."The "Believe" singer previously said she'll continue to wear jeans and have long hair even when she's 80. Cher, who turn...

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May
20

Elon Musk says the match he had with a sumo wrestler was 'a few minutes of glory' that became '8 years of neck pain'

Elon Musk. Apu Gomes via Getty Images Billionaire Elon Musk once fought a sumo wrestler, and says he's still paying the price for it."Had a few minutes of glory and 8 years of neck pain," Musk wrote on Sunday.Musk has challenged Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to fights as well.  Elon Musk is still talking about that sumo...

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May
20

Zyn, America's favorite nicotine pouch, is running out of stock in some states

Containers of Zyn's nicotine pouches. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images Zyn shortages have been spotted in New York, New Jersey, and Florida.Philip Morris International's CFO acknowledged supply chain issues on a recent company call.Zyn's popularity has surged among white-collar workers, including on Wall Street. Zyn, a popular brand of nicotine pou...

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20

Here's where you might recognize the 'Bridgerton' season 3 cast from

Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan in "Bridgerton" and on a red carpet. Liam Daniel / Netflix / Elena Di Vincenzo / Archivio Elena Di Vincenzo / Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images The third season of "Bridgerton" has arrived on Netflix.Season three adapts Colin and Penelope's story from the book "Romancing Mr. Bridgerton."Here are the main cast memb...

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A software engineering job got over 3,000 applications. Here's how a recruiter screened out 98% of them before a phone call.

Big Tech seems to be making it harder for smaller companies to hire AI talent. iStock A software engineering role in the US drew 3,367 applicants.Recruiter Lusely Martinez used an application tracking system and manual checks to cut candidates.Those who made the cut were honest and understood the position's needs, Martinez said. It took Lusely Mart...

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The West can't completely isolate Russian banks because it would be disastrous beyond Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin. Getty Images The West has tried for more than two years to cripple Moscow's finances by way of sanctions.But the West hasn't blocked all Russian banks' access to SWIFT due to potential global impact.Russia's economy is in "deep, deep trouble" due to sanctions and finite reserves, an economist said. When Russia firs...

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20

He fell in love with Thailand while traveling in his 20s. Now 40, he's back and has built his dream 'James Bond' luxury villa.

The house as viewed from above. Johnny Ward/onestepforward Johnny Ward, an Irish travel blogger, built a luxury villa in Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2021.He says he spent about 22.5 million Thai baht, or about $600,000, on the entire build.His two-story villa features a pool, a home cinema, and a man-cave. The first time Johnny Ward went to Chiang Mai,...

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May
19

Why data breaches have become ‘normalized’ and 6 things CISOs can do to prevent them

It’s crucial that CISOs and their teams ensure employees are aware of vulnerabilities, and build a system resilient to breaches.Read More

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19

Meet 10 of the world's richest women, worth a combined $500 billion

Alice Walton in Los Angeles in 2022. Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images The top 10 women on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index are worth just over $500 billion combined.Walmart heiress Alice Walton and Fidelity CEO Abigail Johnson are both on the list.Take a closer look at some of the world's richest women. L'Oréal's biggest shareholder, a Walmart heir, an...

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A millennial moved from Australia to Canada for her career. She said the people in Vancouver are welcoming, but the cost of living is high.

Kellsie Bain is a makeup artist. She talked to Business Insider about what she likes about living in Canada after moving there from Australia. Julia Loglisci Photography, courtesy of Kellsie Bain Kellsie Bain is a makeup artist who moved from Australia to Canada.Bain moved for her career and because she wanted to see the world beyond Sydney.While s...

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May
19

I spent a night in Panama's richest neighborhood, often called a 'little Dubai' or the 'Miami of Latin America'

The author in the pool at the JW Marriott Panama. Monica Humphries/Business Insider Punta Pacifica is Panama City's most expensive neighborhood.The neighborhood has man-made islands, private marinas, and penthouses worth $5 million.I stayed at the five-star JW Marriott Panama and experienced the neighborhood's luxury firsthand. Duncan McGowan descr...

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May
19

This 90-year-old grandma has hardly any wrinkles. A dermatologist shared the most important part of her routine.

Sarah Palmyra, 29 (right), and her grandmother, Nevenka, 90. Sarah Palmyra A 90-year-old grandma surprised TikTokers with her youthful skin.She uses a night cream and serums, and stays out of the sun.A dermatologist told Business Insider sunscreen is the most important part of her routine.  When Sarah Palmyra, a beauty influencer, posted a TikTok v...

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