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• First lady Melania Trump praised NBA star LeBron James and said she is open to visiting his newly opened school, less than a day after President Donald Trump lashed out at him on Twitter.
• A statement from the first lady said James is doing "good things on behalf of our next generation," and compared his work to her childhood welfare initiative, "Be Best."
• James recently announced he opened a school for underprivileged children in his hometown. Читать дальше...

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• The "Manhattan Madam" was reportedly questioned as part of the special counsel Robert Mueller's probe into Russian's interference in the 2016 presidential election.
• Kristin M. Davis, 41, is notoriously known for running a high-end prostitution ring in the 2000s.
• She is also a close friend of Roger Stone, a former Trump campaign adviser who has become a target of Mueller's investigation.
• Davis went to prison for running a prostitution ring and selling drugs... Читать дальше...

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The healthcare industry is facing disruption due to accelerating technological innovation and growing demand for improved delivery of healthcare and lower costs. Tech startups are leading the way by seizing opportunities in the areas of the industry that are most vulnerable to disruption, including genomics, pharmaceuticals, administration, clinical operations, and insurance.

Venture funds and businesses are taking notice of these startups' potential. Читать дальше...

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One of retailers' top priorities is to figure out how to gain an edge over Amazon. To do this, many retailers are attempting to differentiate themselves by creating highly curated experiences that combine the personal feel of in-store shopping with the convenience of online portals. See... Читать дальше...

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The downfall of US brick-and-mortar commerce is overblown — despite sharp gains in e-commerce, which will nearly double between now and 2021, the lion’s share of purchasing continues to take place in-store. And that’s unlikely to change anytime soon, since the online environment can’t... Читать дальше...

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• An Instagram profile belonging to accused Russian spy Maria Butina showed what her life was like while she was allegedly "laying the groundwork" to commit high-level espionage in the US.
• She posted photos of her appearing on TV shows to discuss her work, exercising at the gym, spending time with family, and some of her cooking.
• Butina, 29, was indicted by a grand jury on charges of conspiracy against the United States and being an un-registered foreign agent. Читать дальше...

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• Aside from jaw-dropping costumes, elaborate plotlines, and intriguing characters, "Game of Thrones" offers some amazing travel inspiration.
• To better live out your "Game of Throne's" fantasies, travel to Dubrovnik, Croatia and see where the majority of the show is filmed. 
• Northern Ireland, Spain, and Morocco also offer backdrops for the popular show. 

The following is an adapted excerpt from "100 Things Game of Thrones Fans Should Know... Читать дальше...

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• Costco members can rent cars at discounted prices through Costco Travel.
• The retailer's car rental program allows members to reserve cars from participating Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise locations.
• Members need to be 25 or older to use the program.

A Costco membership comes with a number of benefits beyond access to the retailer's warehouses. Members can also get discounts on cars, auto parts, gasoline, and travel services, including car rentals. Читать дальше...

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• Chase has rolled out cardless transactions to nearly all of its 16,000 ATMs.
• The feature, which it started to deploy in 2016, allows Chase customers to open their mobile wallet, tap their phone, and then enter their PIN to access their account.
• The largest banks in the US have been investing millions in updating the capabilities and physical appearances of their thousands of ATMs as their digital and mobile customer bases balloon.
• It makes life more convenient for customers... Читать дальше...

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• Barclays stock-trading team is the fastest growing on the planet so far in 2018. 
• The bank reported second quarter results Thursday, growing its equities business 37% to $807 million.
• No other major bank's stock-trading unit grew faster in the second quarter.
• It's the second straight quarter of rapid growth for Barclays' stock-trading team, which the bank has been investing in heavily under CEO Jes Staley with 35 new outside hires so far this year. Читать дальше...

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• Bankers in their 20s and 30s are being admitted to the hospital more frequently with cardiac conditions and heart attacks, cardiologists in the UK told Business Insider.
• One doctor estimated he’s seen a 10% rise in bankers under 30 being admitted to the hospital in the last decade.
• One former banker shared her experience with Business Insider in which she suffered a cardiac event in her early-20's after frequently... Читать дальше...

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• Wall Street dealmakers are putting in place new provisions to help protect clients from #MeToo scandals, according to Bloomberg News. 
• The so-called "Weinstein" clauses in some cases require a selling company to compensate a buyer if sexual misconduct scandals by executives come to light. 

Wall Street dealmakers are putting new provisions in place to help protect clients in light of the rise of #MeToo movement. 

The so-called "Weinstein... Читать дальше...

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Based on Ninja's performance while he's playing "Fortnite," you know for a fact that whatever he's doing is working.

I can't guarantee it'll turn you into a "Fortnite" legend, but if you want to try something that clearly works for one of the biggest "Fortnite" streamers in the world, a good place to start is with the game's settings more than anything else — apart from being Ninja himself. 

Fortnite has preset options for graphics and controls, but a little... Читать дальше...

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• To become wealthy, there are a few things you have to do with your money. 
• Thomas C. Corley studied and interviewed 233 wealthy individuals over the course of four years and found three common ways they build their fortunes.
• "Saver-investors" focused on having no debt, lived well below their means, and invested and saved for many years. 
• "Virtuosos" were the best of the best in their careers, and worked for companies that gave stock... Читать дальше...

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• Amazon labels some items "Amazon's Choice," a moniker that has appeared on an increasing number of products recently. 
• Amazon recently revealed the parameters that guide how items are selected for the label. "Amazon's Choice" products have a low return rate and high ratings, and they're more popular than other items.
• It's a sought-after distinction for makers and sellers, as the label tends to catch the buyer's eye. 

Amazon has... Читать дальше...

• Craft beer can elevate your taste buds to a new level when paired with the right foods.
• According to a Nielsen CGA survey, 80% of craft beer drinkers typically drink craft beer on food-led occasions.
• Craft beer expert Julia Herz shared her best food pairings for more than a week's worth of craft beers, from BBQ short ribs to mint watermelon salad.

Summer is officially here, and with it, craft beer season.

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• Barack Obama's net worth is estimated to be $40 million.
• Aside from the six-figure pension he receives as a former president, Obama has made millions from speaking engagements and his best-selling books.
• While Obama spends his money in various ways, he loves to donate to charity and take vacations with his wife, Michelle. 

Former President Barack Obama is a busy guy.

From speaking at events around the world to writing a memoir and... Читать дальше...

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• A trust fund is simply a fund that holds assets, like cash or investments, typically set up by a parent.
• Trust-fund babies, the recipients of that windfall, are often stereotyped as over-privileged, spoiled twenty-somethings with no responsibilities.
• While trust-fund babies may have the security of reliable income, some do not live lavishly or have the sense of superiority society assumes.

Trust-fund babies — a group of over-privileged... Читать дальше...

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• Truck drivers' salaries are on the rise, thanks in part to a shortage of drivers.
• The shortage has been brewing for decades, but the recently passed ELD mandate has exacerbated trucking's tight labor market.
• Under ELD, truckers can drive no more than 11 hours a day.
• Drivers' salaries are still as much as 50% lower than they were in the 1970s when adjusted for inflation.

Jay Sidor quit his job hauling produce from Canada to Los Angeles. Читать дальше...

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• The McDonald's menu has tons of options for customers.
• And McDonald's crew members themselves have their own frequent picks — as well as orders they tend to avoid.
• Business Insider spoke with numerous current and former McDonald's employees about the menu items they were not crazy about and why.

The McDonald's menu has plenty of offerings for fast-food fans and casual customers alike.

But, when it comes to consuming McDonald's food... Читать дальше...

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• Panera Bread employees know all about how things are run at the popular fast-food chain.
• A number of current and former employees have posted about their experiences on social media.
• Here are some insider facts, tips, and hacks that Panera Bread employees have shared online.

Panera Bread store employees know all about what it takes to run the popular casual chain of restaurants.

According to the company's website, Panera... Читать дальше...

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• Alexander Hamilton was the first Treasury Secretary of the US.
• He also spearheaded promoting the US Constitution and founded the national's financial system, the US Coast Guard, and The New York Post.
• Take a look at some of the habits and strategies that helped Hamilton remain productive throughout his career.

Alexander Hamilton was a pretty busy guy.

Heck, the whole song "Non-Stop" in Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash Broadway... Читать дальше...

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• It's time to challenge yourself and improve your life.
• In order to make a positive change, you'll likely need to overcome obstacles and bad habits.
• Check out these life-changing tweaks that might seem hard to adopt at first, but will ultimately pay off.

Challenge yourself to lead a better life.

Making a change for the better isn't always easy, but it's worth the effort all the same.

So... Читать дальше...