Новости за 07.05.2018

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• Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal wedding is May 19.
• Once she becomes a royal, she'll have to follow etiquette rules like curtsying to higher-ranking royals, holding a teacup properly, and sitting with a "duchess slant."

The royal family is known for doing things differently than the rest of society, preserving traditions that have faded out of style among commoners.

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• Trader Joe's started selling Cauliflower Gnocchi, a gluten-free and low-carb alternative to the traditional Italian pasta dish.
• Cauliflower Gnocchi is made of 75% cauliflower and it is sold in 12-ounce bags for $2.69 each.
• People on the internet have largely positive reactions to Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi.

Cauliflower has helped transform many of our favorite carb-heavy dishes into lighter, healthier, but equally delicious alternatives ... Читать дальше...

• Some drinks provide you with great health benefits but certain ones can cause damage to your teeth.
• A vodka soda is one of the best drink options you can order at a bar since it kills bacteria that are responsible for bad breath.
• Wine and fruit juices are very acidic and can damage the enamel on your teeth.

Whether you’re suffering from tooth sensitivity or just want a whiter smile, certain beverages can help (or hurt) your dental health and appearance immensely. Читать дальше...

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• Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger could retire soon, but that's not a concern to Buffett himself. 
• Buffett thinks Berkshire Hathaway has the assets to grow, and the culture to use those assets effectively. 
• Watch Berkshire Hathaway stock trade in real time here. 

Berkshire Hathaway’s legendary duo Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger could retire soon.

But amid some concerns that the conglomerate will take a hit if that happens... Читать дальше...

The more a film is over-hyped, the more of a chance it has to underwhelm — and nothing underwhelms fans more often than the concept of a Summer blockbuster. These large, loud, and action-packed films are built to raise the energy of their audiences like any roller coaster or high-intensity experience.

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• The Detroit Pistons have fired head coach and president of basketball operations Stan Van Gundy.
• The Pistons face a hazy future, as they're without salary cap space for the next two years, have little young talent on the roster, and don't have a draft pick this year.
• The Pistons may be stuck in place as a low playoff seed or high lottery seed, the worst place to be in the NBA.

The Detroit Pistons fired head coach and president of basketball operations Stan Van Gundy on Monday... Читать дальше...

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• McDonald's announced on Monday that it had completed its rollout of fresh beef in its Quarter Pounders at all US locations.
• Soon after the change was announced in March, Wendy's, long the fresh-beef fast-food king, shot back on Twitter, slamming its fast-food rival.
• We tried McDonald's new fresh-beef burger and Wendy's "fresh, never frozen" classic — and found that Wendy's reigned supreme.

McDonald's and Wendy's have a beef over fresh beef. Читать дальше...

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Summer is the perfect season to experiment with no-heat hairstyles.

Not only do they protect your strands against unnecessary damage from blow dryers and flat irons, these trendy styles are easy to recreate — especially if you're in a rush.

Here are 14 popular looks you should try.

Section your hair in a half-up, half-down style like Kendall Jenner.

Gently sweep the hair away from the face into one bun,... Читать дальше...

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• Following college, Tasha Danielle found herself feeling overwhelmed by the nearly $80,000 worth of debt she had racked up in student loans and credit card bills. 
• Danielle planned on paying off her student loans by moving home after graduation, but her debt-free timeline all changed when she got engaged. 
• After hearing a personal finance expert Michelle Singletary give a talk at her church, Danielle's plan to pay off her debt completely changed. Читать дальше...

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While some optical illusions have gone viral and stumped the internet, others you'll only see when you explore the outdoors.

From an underwater waterfall in the Indian Ocean to a surrealist scene in Namibia, we rounded up 12 naturally occurring illusions and optical phenomena that will make you do a double take.

Take a closer look below and find out how these illusions are created.

This may look like a surrealist painting, but it's actually a photo of Deadvlei in Namibia. Читать дальше...

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It seems like there is a "new diet" in the news every week. And no matter how much research you do on a trendy diet, dietitians told INSIDER that most people still forget to keep a few crucial factors in mind — and that's one of the reasons why their diets fail.

For the best experience, consider these tips before starting a new diet or eating plan.  

Know that extreme dieting can affect your mental health.

People underestimate... Читать дальше...

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• Tightened credit conditions have one Chinese manufacturer with $7 billion in debt begging for help. It won't be the last one to do so.
• Beijing will have to start deciding who lives and who dies in China's corporate sector.
• Investors shouldn't just worry about who gets bailed out, they should also worry about how. In China, healthy companies can easily be conscripted to save sick ones.

A private Chinese manufacturer, DunAn Group, has sent a... Читать дальше...

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Stocks surrendered half of their gains Monday afternoon following a tweet from President Donald Trump announcing he will unveil his decision on the Iran nuclear deal Tuesday. A series of merger and acquisition announcements had pushed the broader market higher earlier with financials and technology leading as consumer staples lagged. Oil surged past $70 per barrel for the first time since 2014 and the US dollar hit its highest level this year. 

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• Justify won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, entering the race with 3/1 odds and becoming the sixth straight favorite to win the race.
• But months before the race, one brave bettor wagered $500 on Justify when he was still unraced, and it wasn't even a certainty that he would participate in the Derby.
• The bet paid off huge, netting the gambler $150,000 with the win thanks to the help of an insider tip.

Justify beat out a talented... Читать дальше...

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For many of us, reading about celebrity friendships is a huge form of entertainment. Poring over famous strangers' inside jokes or friendly banter gives us some small insight into their private lives that feels both relatable and far-fetched all at the same time.

While it's easy enough to imagine celebrities meeting at an awards show, it's even more fascinating to picture them partnering up in a chemistry lab, backpacks in tow, faces riddled with acne. Читать дальше...

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Despite having one of the largest fintech industries in the world, the US is noticeably behind other regions when it comes to one factor crucial to the future growth of this burgeoning sector — regulation. See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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In a move that could imperil anti-corruption efforts in Guatemala, US Senator Marco Rubio said he has halted funding for the United Nations-backed judicial body, CICIG.

The extraordinary decision by Rubio (R-FL) — who is the Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, and a member of the Appropriations Committee — was dated May 4.See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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• Queen Elizabeth's private collection includes the "Sauterelle" bar, a 6-foot grasshopper complete with brass eyes and an abdomen plated with white Sèvres porcelain.
• There are two compartments hidden inside the body of the grasshopper where the queen can store several bottles of her choice. 
• A second grasshopper bar will be available at the Sotheby's Important Design auction in New York City. 
• The bar is estimated to be worth between $800,000 and $1,200,000. Читать дальше...

• I tried eating according to the Atkins diet for a week.
• It required me to count my daily net carbs and make sure not to eat more than 40 per day.
• It was very difficult to eat according to the diet at first but it got easier as the week went by.
• By the end of the diet I lost three pounds.
• I realized eating according to the diet is not that difficult as long as you plan ahead.

 See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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The warmer weather has many of us thinking about summer vacations. America's beaches, with their charming boardwalks, are perfect for a quick getaway.

From Coney Island in Brooklyn, where you can ride the historic Cyclone roller coaster, to the boardwalk at Maine's Old Orchard Beach, known for hosting big band acts like Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway, there are a plethora of beachfront destinations to choose from. 

Scroll down to read about 17 of the most iconic boardwalks in the US. Читать дальше...

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Google I/O is kicking off on May 8 at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, CA — right on the doorstep of the world-famous Googleplex. We're expect to hear much more about what Google has in store for the next year. 

The event is mostly geared towards Google's message to developers. But we still get lots of hints as to the future of Android phones, Google Home smart speakers, and the Google search engine itself. 

As usual, we expect to hear about upcoming changes coming to Android with the next version... Читать дальше...

If you're a Snapchat user, you've no doubt noticed the subtle quirks and hidden tools that are uniquely Snapchat. 

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• Robert Downey Jr. recently received a special "Avengers"-themed tattoo.
• It shows the letter "A" combined with the number 4. Downey Jr. will be in the fourth "Avengers" movie next summer.
• Downey Jr. may not have been the only Avenger to get the tattoo. 
• Renner hinted multiple actors received the ink. He thanked a tattoo artist for "sharing ink with us all avengers" and marked the image "#bondedforlife" while tagging Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, and Scarlett Johansson. Читать дальше...

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• As of 2018, all three Disney Dining Plans now includes alcoholic drinks, which could save loads of money for guests who would otherwise hit the bars.
• The Deluxe Disney Dining Plan allows for 3 meals per day at a table- or quick-service eateries per person.
• As of 2018, all three Disney Dining Plans now includes alcoholic drinks, which could save loads of money for guests who would otherwise hit the bars.

With Toy Story Land... Читать дальше...