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President Donald Trump spoke to members of the US military on Thanksgiving and said that since he became president, the US military is "really winning." Trump cited progress about ISIS and the Coast Guard's response to several hurricanes this year. Trump bragged about the F-35 stealth fighter jet and cautioned that US allies can turn on America. PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump thanked U.S. troops for their service on Thursday, assuring them "we're really winning" against America's... Читать дальше...

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• The fastest way to become a better leader is to get feedback from your employees.
• Many leaders don't ask for or receive good feedback because their egos get in the way, and employees are scared to give honest replies.
• If you're open to feedback, ask for it and listen carefully.
• Create a safe zone for people to share, and devise a plan to improve.

Improving as a leader has enormous... Читать дальше...

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• People did some remarkable and inspiring things in 2017. 
• Some donated their time and money, while others spread compassion. 
• These acts of kindness and inclusivity will make you appreciate 2017, and inspire your goals for next year. 

A new year brings a chance to start fresh and make big, bold changes. Although 2017 had some low points, various acts of kindness, inclusivity, and inspiration made the year better overall.

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Big or small, decisions aren't as easy as they may seem.

Psychologists have found decision-making is fraught with hidden influences, tricky nuances, and the ability to make us happy in the short-term but unhappy in the long-term.

Some of my greatest insights into this aspect of human behavior have come from TED talks, which break down research findings into their most digestible form.

Here are the talks that have changed how I make decisions.

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• After a terror attack in New York City on Halloween, the NYPD took every per caution to make sure the Thanksgiving Day parade was safe.
• This included bomb-resistant sand-fil eld trucks and police sharpshooters.

NEW YORK (AP) — Sand-filled sanitation trucks and police sharpshooters will mix with glittering floats and giant balloons at a Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade that comes in a year of terrible mass shootings and not even a month after a deadly truck attack in lower Manhattan.

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The digital ad space is murky, and it's becoming increasingly clear that users aren't seeing as many ads thanks to ad-blocking technology.

And even when they do see ads, more than 60% of users say they find them annoying and intrusive.

Furthermore, people have been shifting to mobile as their primary media consumption device in the last three years, while ad spend lagged. In short, the industry is reactive rather than proactive. As a result, U.S. digital ad revenue has become Google and Facebook... Читать дальше...

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• Business Insider asked some of the biggest tech firms in the US about the FCC's plans to kill net neutrality.
• Netflix, Facebook, Google and more are all speaking out in support of net neutrality, and against the FCC's plans.

The FCC is planning to kill net neutrality — and some tech companies are starting to speak out.

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• Honey is a browser extension that automatically scans for coupon codes on thousands of websites.
• It allows you to shop online as normal, but once you get to the checkout page, it finds applicable coupons.
• The extension automatically applies the codes at the click of a button.
• It only finds existing codes, but users can earn money through Honey Gold.
• Honey also matches prices for exact items in your Amazon shopping cart. Читать дальше...

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Stephen Curry will set an NBA record by making $34.7 million for the 2017-18 season, but that doesn't mean he'll get to deposit anything close to that amount into his bank account.

Curry, a two-time MVP for the Golden State Warriors, made history when he inked a five-year, $201 million contract over the summer, briefly setting the mark for the biggest contract in league history. While that figure was eclipsed by James Harden's $228 million extension with the Houston Rockets in July... Читать дальше...

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When it comes to offering cutting-edge mobile banking features that consumers most value, Wells Fargo tops the list, according to BI Intelligence’s Mobile Banking Competitive Edge study. Banks are increasingly putting mobile first to keep up with consumers' growing reliance on digital channels, as a strong suite of mobile offerings can now give them a major edge in attracting customers.

To help banks understand how to differentiate and win customers on mobile, we... Читать дальше...

• There are tons of amazing and unusual cocktails that most people don't know.
• Instead of once again going for the eggnog this holiday season, try one of the fun, relatively unknown mixed drinks we selected.

It's the holiday season. You're at a party. And you go for the eggnog. Again.

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• The Meta 2 headset provides an augmented reality in the workplace and intends to replace desktop computers.
• The virtual tabs and apps would constantly freeze after a couple minutes.
• The constant hand gestures and the Meta 2's weight were tiring after awhile.
• While the product shows a step towards augmented reality, it will be awhile until seamless AR is on the market.

For the past few days I've augmented my reality at work... Читать дальше...

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• The Trump Organization will end its contract with the real estate investment firm that owns the Trump SoHo hotel in New York, effectively ending Trump's relationship with the troubled hotel.
• In walking away early from the deal, the Trump Organization will also distance itself from the controversial firm it worked with nearly a decade ago to develop the troubled hotel: Bayrock.
• Bayrock and its cofounder, Felix Sater, are now under scrutiny by special counsel Robert Mueller... Читать дальше...

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In the NFL, lots of players sign big contracts. But unlike other sports, NFL deals are rarely guaranteed and few players see all of the money in those large deals.

But a select few have gone on to make big money in their careers as there are now 26 players who have made at least $100 million.

The list of the 25 players with the most career earnings includes 17 active players, 17 quarterbacks, 1 Tom Brady, and 2 Mannings.

Using contract data obtained by Spotrac.com... Читать дальше...

Macy's

Around 3.5 million people attend the Macy's Thanksgiving parade in New York City every year. Fifty million more tune in to watch it from home.

Before it became the national spectacle it is today, the first parade in 1924 was a relatively modest assembly of Macy's workers, elephants, monkeys, camels, Broadway performers, and small floats.

Take a look at archive photos of Macy's first parade.

On Thanksgiving morning in 1924, Macy's procession launched as the Christmas Parade. Читать дальше...

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• Russia's military, mainly its air force, has been bombing in Syria in support of Bashar Assad's government since late 2015.
• Russia has been trying to round up the heads of all political and military sides for peace talks in Syria lately.
• Russia plans to significantly reduce its troop levels in Syria by the year's end.

SOCHI, Russia (Reuters) - The size of Russia's military force in Syria is likely to be significantly reduced... Читать дальше...

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• No matter how festive the occasion, the holiday office party is still about business.
• Drink in moderation to avoid embarrassing yourself in front of your boss.
• Dress appropriately because it is still an office setting, and you've worked hard to create a professional image.
• Make sure to check if significant others are allowed to attend office parties before you bring one.

Your company's holiday gathering is just around the... Читать дальше...

It seems like Argentina's missing submarine may have exploded. The navy heard a "short, violent" explosion that would make some sense as the fate of the missing submarine. The sub had 44 on board and has been missing since last week.

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In an increasingly digital economy, banks are becoming more dependent on efficient data processing to improve customer service and products, and ensure regulatory compliance. But legacy core software systems, implemented decades ago, are letting banks down, and replacing old systems, or "overhauls," is becoming increasingly necessary. Читать дальше...

The burger with the most calories in the world can be found at the Heart Attack Grill in Las Vegas, which has made national headlines for killing its customers with its over-the-top, gluttonous fare.

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Between decorations, holiday feasts, gifts for your family and friends, and Secret Santa exchanges at the office, it's easy to blow through your paycheck during the holiday season.

It doesn't help that most supermarkets and department stores trick you into spending more. But you can play that game, too. 

To help keep more cash in your wallet this holiday season, we rounded up 11 simple strategies to help you spend less and save more.

Master the '10-second' rule. Читать дальше...

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• The happiest retirees live life to the fullest by traveling, dining out, and spending money on things they've always wanted.
• Relationship happiness has the biggest impact on retirement contentment.
• A third of retirees say that health problems are their biggest interference.

"Happiness," it's been said, "is like a butterfly. The more you chase it, the more it will evade you." In other words, by actively pursuing a happy state, you reduce your chances of achieving it. Читать дальше...