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I'm an American who moved to China. After 7 years, I run a profitable startup and make friends through badminton.

Joshua Charles Woodard worked at Apple in China before founding a Shenzhen-based manufacturing consultancy.

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Joshua Charles Woodard, now 29, graduated from MIT and moved to China to learn how products get made.He worked at Apple in China before founding a Shenzhen-based manufacturing consultancy.Woodard said despite the US trade war, Shenzen's deeply-rooted supply chain would be hard to move.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Joshua Charles Woodard,...

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Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot goes on an antisemitic rant

Elon Musk's xAI introduced Grok, its conversational AI it claims can match GPT 3.5.

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Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, on Tuesday made several inflammatory remarks related to Jewish people.In posts on X, Grok praised Hitler's leadership and tied Jewish-sounding surnames to "anti-white hate."The chatbot later walked back its remarks, saying its posts were an "epic sarcasm fail."

Grok's "politically incorrect" update took an extreme turn on Tuesday afternoon after the chatbot began...

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Apple scales back the glassiness of its 'Liquid Glass' design in latest test version of the iPhone software

Apple's "Liquid Glass" design language, featured in the upcoming version of iOS, was first shown off at WWDC 2025.

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In the latest iOS 26 beta, Apple frosted over the "Liquid Glass" aesthetic in navigation bars and notifications.The change comes after some critics said that the software's transparent theme muddled the readability of iPhone displays.If made permanent, some designers BI spoke to wondered how different iOS 26 would look...

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If you've ever wanted a Dyson vacuum, this editor-favorite is at its lowest price ever. Here's why we love it

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The Dyson V8 Plus is on sale for under $300 for Amazon Prime Day.

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On the very day of Prime Day, we wouldn't want you to miss out on one fo the most exciting deals of the event: this popular Dyson V8 deal. It's currently at the lowest price we've seen all year, and it's also a Business Insider team favorite (yep, several of our shopping editors love this vacuum).

The Dyson V8 is...

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I stopped telling my kids not to draw on their bodies with markers. Sometimes I even encourage it.

The author's children (not pictured) are allowed to draw on their bodies with markers, as long as they aren't about to leave the house.

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At one time, I discouraged my children from drawing on their bodies with markers.Now, I allow them to do it as a form of creative expression. Washable markers make cleanup easy and the activity fosters independence and imaginative play.

My kids, 3 and 5, sometimes get a little wild with markers. They turn craft time into body art...

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Who is Shaun Maguire, the VC partner facing backlash over his remarks about Zohran Mamdani

Venture capitalist Shaun Maguire has been embroiled in controversy over remarks he made about New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.

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Shaun Maguire, a partner at Sequoia Capital, is facing pushback over comments he made about New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.Maguire is one of Silicon Valley's more outspoken supporters of President Donald Trump.His career in venture capital goes back nearly a decade, and he's led investments in...

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Fliers rejoice: You don't have to take your shoes off at TSA anymore

Travelers go through a TSA security checkpoint at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California

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Travelers no longer have to take off their shoes at US airports.The TSA will begin the new approach at airports nationwide.DHS Secretary Kristi Noem unveiled the change on Tuesday at Ronald Reagan National Airport.

You can finally keep your shoes on at airport security.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Tuesday that travelers at airports...

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Read the open letter circulating in support of the Sequoia partner who called Zohran Mamdani an 'Islamist'

Sequoia Capital is facing backlash after partner Shaun Maguire called Zohran Mamdani an "Islamist."

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An open letter is circulating in support of Sequoia Capital partner Shaun Maguire.The VC has come under fire for his recent comments about Zohran Mamdani, who he called an "Islamist."The letter has over 355 signatures.

An open letter voicing support for a Sequoia Capital partner is circulating online after the VC's remarks about New York mayoral...

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This Prime Day lightning deal is probably your only chance to get a discount on a Hulken until Black Friday

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Hurry, this rare deal on the cult-favorite Hulken bag won't last long.

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My love of the Hulken is well documented. I basically wrote a love letter about how this thing has transformed city schlepping for me.

My biggest hangup about the Hulken is that it's essentially $125 for a big Ikea bag on wheels. I think it's worth the full price, but if you're on the fence, maybe this...

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Trump announces US will resume sending weapons to Ukraine

After conversations with both Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump says the US is going to send more weapons to Ukraine.

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I review displays for a living and these are the best Prime Day monitor deals I've seen so far

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Gaming displays, like LG's UltraGear OLED model, are among the best Prime Day monitor deals available now.

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Amazon Prime Day has arrived, and the sale is full of excellent discounts on tech products, like monitors. The best Prime Day monitor deals include big savings on some of our favorite models for gaming and general office use.

Right now, Samsung's massive 49-inch Odyssey OLED monitor is down...

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The fashion girl's guide to Prime Day style deals that are on-trend and affordable

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Amazon might not be the first place you think of when you're shopping for trendy style picks, but it's one of the best places to find budget-friendly fashion, especially on Prime Day.

I'm a style editor, which means I'm always tuned into what's trending. So here are a few summer 2025 trends you can look through to find your fancy: butter yellow clothing, raffia purses, country club chic, and...

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I'm a dad and Prime Day is my favorite time to save on baby essentials — here are the best deals from top brands like Graco, Momcozy, and Owlet

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For the first time ever, Prime Day will span four days from July 8-11. While that might mean you'll have more time to shop for deals across the site, you can expect some of the best deals on baby products to sell out quickly. After all, most baby items are essential, whether they go on sale or not.

Whether you're a parent, expecting parent, or shopping for a baby shower or...

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The 10 highest-grossing actors at the global box office

Scarlett Johansson in "Jurassic World Rebirth."

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Stars like Tom Cruise, Robert Downey Jr., and Scarlett Johansson have brought in billions at the global box office.The highest-grossing actors all starred in at least one major franchise.See which actor is No. 1 on the list.

The actors who make the most money at the worldwide box office all have one thing in common: longevity.

Actors like Tom Cruise and Robert Downey Jr. have reinvented themselves over the decades, morphing from...

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The best Prime Day designer bag deals no one's talking about — score discounts on pre-loved Prada, Louis Vuitton, and more

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Most of us know by now that Prime Day is a great opportunity to stock up on beauty deals. But as a style editor, I think most people overlook the treasure trove of Prime Day deals on pre-loved designer goods.

It may seem unlikely, but Amazon is among favorite sources for discounted designer shoes, bags, and clothing. Today through July 11, you can shop select gently-used purses...

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These are the college dorm products you actually need — and they're up to 54% off on Prime Day

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We've scouted out the best Prime Day deals for college dorm essentials, including bedding and bath supplies.

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Even though it feels like summer just began, it's time to start thinking about packing for college. There's no better time to get a head start on buying dorm necessities than Amazon Prime Day. You can find everything you need, from school supplies to bathroom essentials,...

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Red Sea attacks are back. The Houthis are again sinking ships and killing crews.

The commercial vessel Magic Seas after the Houthis captured it.

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The Houthis launched back-to-back attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea over the past few days.One attack caused a ship to sink, while the other killed and injured several crew members.The incidents follow a period of relative calm and risk drawing in US forces again.

The Iran-backed Houthis have restarted their Red Sea attacks after months of relative calm, with two fresh assaults that...

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Best Prime Day phone deals: Up to $750 off our top Samsung and Google picks

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Samsung's Galaxy S25 series smartphones are on sale as part of Amazon's Prime Day event.

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Amazon Prime Day is back and bigger than ever. This year's sale lasts four days, and our tech experts are keeping track of all the best Prime Day phone deals throughout the event. The biggest savings include record-low prices on some of the best phones we've tested.

Right now,...

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The Great Cable TV Garage Sale continues: Now Lifetime, A&E, and the History Channel are on the block

No one watches TV like this anymore, which is one reason people who own cable TV channels are trying to sell them.

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Comcast is getting rid of most of its cable TV channels. So is Warner Bros. Discovery.Now Disney and Hearst, who co-own the A&E cable TV group, are looking to do the same.Cable TV networks are declining, but they still generate profits, for now. The trick is figuring out what to do with them.

Do you watch shows on Lifetime, A&E, or the History...

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Best Prime Day vacuum deals in 2025

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Shark and iRobot are some of most popular vacuum brands, and both are on sale during Prime Day.

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As a home editor, part of my job revolves around getting to test the best vacuums on the market. Needless to say, I have a lot of opinions on what's worth your hard-earned money. Whether you're after a lightweight cordless stick to whisk around for quick clean-ups or hoping to...

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