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We put our activewear through a lot, so quality and comfort matter just as much as style. lululemon has you covered on all fronts, though such durable pieces can come with a high price tag. Luckily, the current lululemon Summer Scores Event is a rare opportunity to stock up on your favorites for...
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell says tariffs have prevented the rate cuts President Trump badly wants.The Fed remains in wait-and-see mode as it updates its inflation and economic outlook.Markets anticipate two rate cuts this year, but some predict no cuts at all.Fed Chair Jerome Powell effectively told President Trump on Tuesday that he's his own worst enemy in his crusade for rate cuts.
He was speaking specifically about the tariffs Trump has announced and implemented, blaming them for the...
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This post originally appeared in the Business Insider Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Good morning. Elon Musk and Donald Trump aren't done fighting over the president's "Big Beautiful Bill" — and Musk came out swinging last night. Writing on X, Musk said if the "insane spending bill" passes, he'll form a new political party (can you guess what it would be called?).
In response, Trump suggested that DOGE look into slashing...
Adam Sandler (center) and Bad Bunny in "Happy Gilmore 2."
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Netflix originals "The Old Guard 2" and "Happy Gilmore 2" are available in July.Watch classics like "White Chicks" and "The Karate Kid."There are also love stories, "The Notebook" and "A Star Is Born."Get ready for sequels from "The Old Guard" and "Happy Gilmore" on Netflix this month.
Here are 10 of the best movies to watch on the streaming giant in July.
"Captain Phillips" (July 1)Tom Hanks starred in "Captain Phillips."Sony...
We left Bora Bora early and changed our vacation entirely by booking flights to Los Angeles. The beaches were beautiful, but we're probably not the right type of travelers for that kind of place.
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Our family went to a beautiful resort in Bora Bora for a five-day vacation. At first, we adored it.After three days, we felt limited and bored and realized this laid-back type of travel isn't for us.So, we left early and flew to Los Angeles for the rest of our vacation. It was worth the...Bolt founder and CEO Ryan Breslow announced the end of unlimited PTO at the company.
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Bolt's CEO said he's ending unlimited PTO at the company.CEO Ryan Breslow said undefined PTO policies mean "the good ones don't take PTO" and "the bad ones take too much."Instead, Bolt employees will get four mandatory paid weeks off, the CEO said."It sounds progressive, but it's totally broken." That's how Bolt's CEO described unlimited paid time off while saying he had just "killed" the policy at the...
Russia's Su-34 fighter-bombers have been a huge issue for Ukraine because they can carry highly destructive glide bombs.
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Ukrainian drones struck a Russian airbase on Friday, destroying two Su-34 fighter-bomber planes.The airbase is used as a staging point for fighter jets dispersed from more vulnerable locations.Britain's defense ministry said that, despite these efforts, Russian planes are still under threat.Ukrainian forces launched...
The Defense Department is shifting funds to refit a Boeing 747 jet gifted by Qatar to serve as President Trump's Air Force One.
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The US Air Force will use unspent funds from a missile program to refurbish Trump's new jet.The Boeing 747 was gifted by the Qatari government and will be used as part of Air Force One.Critics have said the cost of refitting the aircraft could be as high as $1 billion.The Pentagon is set to shift funds from the US's Sentinel...
Sen. Ted Cruz and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman had both backed the provision, which would discourage states from regulating AI.
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Senators voted on Tuesday to strike a controversial AI provision from the "Big Beautiful Bill."The provision would have discouraged states from regulating AI for 10 years.It was supported by many in the tech industry.Big Tech has one less reason to like President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."
Early Tuesday morning, senators voted 99-1 to...
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Morgan Stanley maintains that the 'Buy America' trade is the best course of action for investors.The bank recommends going overweight US stocks, Treasurys and investment-grade corporate bonds.However, the firm says the fast-depreciating US dollar could have further to fall."Sell America" has emerged as a popular rallying cry for market pundits who are balking at President Donald Trump's tax bill and wide-reaching tariff plan.
But in its newest...
Chi Lewis-Parry at the "28 Years Later" premiere and in an exclusive behind-the-scenes photo from the film.
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Chi Lewis-Parry played the infected Alpha, Samson, in Danny Boyle's "28 Years Later."The actor told BI he impressed Boyle in his audition by sprinting at him from across the room."Every time he tried to move, I would nudge him into place," he said.When director Danny Boyle told the actor Chi Lewis-Parry "terrify me" during his audition for...
I thought the Old Navy top was the best value.
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I tried on button-up tops at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy.The shirts from Gap and Banana Republic were the same price, but were made up of different fabrics.In my opinion, the Old Navy option was comfortable, breathable, and versatile.As someone who has worked remotely for the past five years, my collection of business-appropriate attire has dwindled from my closet.
I spend most days at my desk or in a coffee shop wearing...
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Robinhood stock surged 151% in the first half of 2025.The latest spike came as the popular brokerage rolled out tokenized stock investing in Europe.Bullish retail investors and new offerings for users have propelled gains this year.Retail investing has exploded in popularity since COVID, which has been a major boon for one of the most popular day-trader brokerages: Robinhood.
The company's stock was up 151% in the first half of 2025, a move capped by a 13% surge on...
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Tesla stock sunk as much as 8% after President Donald Trump fired a new shot at Elon Musk.Trump said Musk had government subsidies than "any human being in history" in a post on Truth Social.The pair's feud was reignited by more criticism from Musk over Trump's tax bill.President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are still feuding, much to the chagrin of Tesla investors.
Tesla stock dropped as much as 8% on Tuesday as traders digested a...
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Kristin Lewis designs products at Aura, a digital security company.She was surprised when her 7-year-old managed to make an unauthorized purchase.That led to a more open dialogue and weekly tech check-ins with her kids.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kristin Lewis, senior vice president of product at Aura, a company with a suite of products intended to help people stay safe online. It has been edited for length and clarity.
A lot of my work is about...
An analysis from Mortgage Research Network says that the average US college graduate won't be able to afford a home until 2034.
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Recent college grads face a long wait to be able to afford buying a home, according to an analysis by Mortgage Research Network.High home prices, student loan payments, and low starting salaries make it an uphill battle.Sacrifices like living with parents and cutting expenses are almost necessary to become a homeowner.Recent...
Lauren Gumpert's daughters are nearly 3 (2 years, 9 months) and 14 months old.
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I wasn't prepared for how my husband's deployment would impact my daughters.When her dad isn't around, giving my eldest a sense of control and predictability helps.Other things that have helped her cope are a new daddy doll, Toniebox, and video recordings of him.At first, my husband cringed at the idea of a "daddy doll."
"A pillow with my face on it? That's pretty weird," he said. "Do you...
Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, and Peter Thiel are among those who have reportedly invested in varying levels of doomsday preparations.
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Some of the country's tech leaders have invested in doomsday preparations, like bunkers.Executives at some luxury bunker companies said interest spiked during the Israel-Iran conflict.Here are some of the wealthiest tech leaders who are said to have invested in apocalypse prep.In times of geopolitical chaos, the average person might watch a...
Faber still drives part-time because he can't afford to retire, yet.
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Hank Faber has been a trucker for over 35 years.He turned to trucking after a series of bad weather forced him to sell his farms in the '80s.He still works part-time because he can't afford to retire and regrets selling the farms.Hank Faber grips the handle of his 2009 Volvo with the practiced ease of a trucker who's maybe spent more time on the road than off it. He adjusts the seat, checks the...
Donald Trump and Elon Musk
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Simply saying Tesla stock is down 21% this year doesn't do justice to the wild ride it's been on.Shares were up 28% in February before rebounding 23% in May.Tariffs, slowing vehicle sales, and Musk's political dealings have been primarily responsible for the volatility.2025 has been wild for Tesla shareholders, and it's only halfway over.
The EV-maker's stock has been on a roller-coaster ride, with shares dragged sharply lower on...