This company thinks it will be a 'winner' from Trump's tariffs

The administrative entrance at the Whirlpool plant in Clyde, Ohio

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US-based appliance firm Whirlpool says it will be a "net winner" from Trump's tariffs.Whirlpool produces around 80% of its products in the US, it said in a presentation this week."Expect tariff policies to level the playing field for domestic producers," it said.

US-based appliance company Whirlpool says it will be one of the winners of President Donald Trump's global trade battle.

"With 80% domestic production, Whirlpool...

Protesters are taking a victory lap after Tesla's dismal earnings — and taking aim at Musk's other companies

A day after Tesla's earnings release, climate activists protested at a Tesla dealership in San Francisco and demanded that the company fire Elon Musk.

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Anti-Tesla protestors seemed to have gained momentum after the automaker's earnings miss on Tuesday.Tesla Takedown told BI its Bluesky follower count went up 10% to 15% in the 24 hours after the call.The organization said it plans to expand its efforts to target other companies run by Elon Musk.

Anti-Elon Musk and anti-Tesla...

My family of 5 has made lifestyle adjustments to save money. We buy generic grocery brands and cut back on subscription services.

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My husband and I have three kids, and in recent years, things have gotten more expensive.We've figured out ways to make our money stretch further for our family of five. I buy generic brands at the grocery store and we spend time outdoors for entertainment.

As a family of five, we have definitely felt the pinch in recent years. It feels like so many things are getting more expensive, including the cost of...

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United CEO calls Trump's tariffs a 'chess game'

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby.

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The United Airlines CEO called on people to "take a breath" as he compared tariffs to a chess game.Scott Kirby said Trump has "a genuine desire to make things better for middle-class Americans."His comments come as airlines have cut growth plans and warned about reduced travel demand.

United Airlines' CEO has backed Donald Trump's tariff plan despite the uncertainty it is causing the travel sector.

"We should all take a breath," Scott Kirby...

20-year-old Miles Caton was the surprise star of breakout hit "Sinners." Here are 5 things to know about the actor.

Miles Caton is 20-year-old actor and singer.

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Miles Caton is the breakout star of Hollywood's hot new film, "Sinners."The film is Caton's debut in the acting world.Here's what to know about the young actor's singing career and upbringing.

"Sinners" has been the breakout project for 20-year-old singer-turned-actor Miles Caton.

The new film, directed by Ryan Coogler, topped the box office last week. "Sinners" is the only horror film to receive an "A" rating on...

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Google remains committed to investing $75 billion in AI despite macroeconomic uncertainties

Google confirms commitment to invest $75 billion over the course of the year despite possible headwinds.

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Alphabet plans to invest $75 billion despite economic uncertainties and tariffs.A market analyst says the elimination of the de minimis rule could reduce Google's ad revenue.Google faces rising expenses and legal challenges that could force it to divest in key products.

Alphabet, the parent company of Google and YouTube, confirmed its plan to spend $75 billion over...

Melinda French Gates says she ignores attacks from tech bros who criticize women in philanthropy: 'I'm in the arena doing the work'

"I know who I am and I know what I am doing and I know what my values are and why I am giving back," Melinda French Gates said.

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Melinda French Gates said she ignores the criticism she gets from tech bros on her philanthropy."If that's how they want to act? Fine, but it doesn't bother me," French Gates said.Elon Musk has criticized French Gates and MacKenzie Scott, Jeff Bezos' ex-wife, for their work in charity.

Melinda French Gates said she isn't bothered by...

Apple's iPhone stars in the most Gen Z royal portrait ever

Denmark's Princess Isabella posed for her official 18th birthday royal portrait.

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Denmark's Princess Isabella just turned 18, and her birthday portrait was distinctly Gen Z.The royal family posted a candid picture of the princess decked out in regal garb and holding an iPhone.Her official birthday portraits were more formal and smartphone-less.

Apple's iPhone has found its way into the most Gen Z royal portrait ever.

The Danish royal family put out a celebratory Instagram...

Gwyneth Paltrow says she stopped following a strict paleo diet and is eating bread, cheese, and pasta again

Gwyneth Paltrow is getting back to eating sourdough bread, cheese, and pasta after years of following a strict paleo diet.

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Gwyneth Paltrow is abandoning her strict paleo diet because she's "a little sick of it."Now, the Goop founder is eating sourdough bread, cheese, and pasta again.Paltrow previously drew criticism for her restrictive diet, which included bone broth for lunch.

Gwyneth Paltrow, 52, is ditching her strict paleo diet.

On the Tuesday...

Intel is joining the hardcore tech bandwagon: 'The best leaders get the most done with the fewest people'

Intel's new CEO is trying to engineer a turnaround.

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Intel's CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, announced layoffs and a stricter RTO mandate in a Thursday memo.The company also reported flat revenue and a significant loss. Its stock was down after hours.Other tech companies are similarly directing employees to focus on efficiency.

Intel's new CEO promised big changes within weeks of taking over the chipmaker. Now, he's laying out steps that echo how Big Tech...

The market may be poised for a 'roaring 2020s' comeback, says a veteran analyst

The stock markets have posted wild swings up and down amid President Donald Trump's second-term trade war.

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Veteran analyst Ed Yardeni said the 'roaring 2020s' could resume after recent market gains.The stock markets have been posting wild swings as volatility surged after "Liberation Day."Market volatility has eased as President Donald Trump softened his stance on tariffs and the Fed.

Veteran analyst Ed Yardeni thinks the "roaring 2020s scenario" could soon be back on...

AI could make apps irrelevant, says Meta's tech chief

Instead of opening a specific app to listen to music, Andrew Bosworth said he'd rather tell an AI what he wants and have it handle the rest.

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AI could become the way people interact with software, said Meta's chief technology officer.That would turn the app model on its head — a nightmare for some companies.Andrew Bosworth said this shift is "net positive."

AI could replace apps as the main way people use technology, said Meta's chief technology officer.

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This Texas mom made $8,000 in 3 weeks training AI at her kitchen table. She says it's 'not easy money.'

Amanda Overcash fits in AI work around parenting and a full-time job.

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Amanda Overcash trains AI from home after clocking out from her full-time real estate job.She made nearly $8,000 in three weeks, working long days and nights.Overcash says the work is flexible but demanding, with strict audits and no long-term guarantees.

Amanda Overcash, a single mom in Texas, spends her days working in real estate. At night, after her daughter has gone to bed, she opens up her laptop at...

A Gen Zer swears by a LinkedIn trick that helped him be among the first to apply for roles. Experts say he's onto something.

Michael Yan said a LinkedIn trick helped him apply to internships soon after they were posted.

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A LinkedIn trick helped a Gen Zer be among the first applicants for tech internships.He was offered internships at Microsoft and Meta, and accepted the latter.Career experts said applying early can give candidates an edge in a competitive labor market.

Being among the first to apply for a job can increase your chances for success. A LinkedIn trick helped a Gen Zer in tech beat the rush of...

Alcohol, anxiety, and abuse: Flight attendants say travelers are more freaked out than ever

 

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On a routine flight from Denver to Houston in early February, a passenger suddenly began pounding the seat in front of him. When flight attendants approached him, he began punching a window, cracking the glass and bloodying his hands. That's according to an FBI affidavit that also said he kept at it until a group of passengers managed to subdue him with shoelaces and zip ties. A month later, on a flight to Washington, DC, from Wichita, Kansas, a passenger shouted violent...

Disney adults are sick and tired of all the reboots

"The Lion King" live-action version grossed over $1.6 billion in 2019. The "Mufasa" spinoff in 2024 brought in less than half that sum.

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Disney has made a fortune creating sequels and reimagining older movies.But some Disney superfans are growing wary of the Mouse House's strategy.Without new hits, the next generation might not share their parents' love for Disney.

Disney's movie executives seem focused on playing the hits, but even some diehard fans of the...

'Mini private equity' is exploding, but there are risks. The biggest dos and don'ts, according to experts

Search funds are having a moment, but there are risks

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Search funds are having a moment, but that doesn't mean they're right for everyone.Half of all search funds fail, so it's important to be sober and clear-minded when jumping in.We list the dos and don'ts of success in the world of entrepreneurship through acquisition.

Judd Lorson became interested in search funds as a pathway to entrepreneurship while at the Yale School of Management and launched a fund...

ChatGPT is crushing Google in the AI race. Unless you look at the data differently.

Alphabet's Sundar Pichai and OpenAI's Sam Altman are going head-to-head in the AI race. Who's winning?

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ChatGPT looks like it's way ahead of Google's Gemini.Google's distribution through Search, Android, and Chromebooks gives it a massive reach advantage.Regulatory challenges may affect Google's bundling strategies, though.

When it comes to measuring the frontrunner in the generative AI race, the answer depends on which data you look at, and how you think about that...