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Elon Musk Starts to Foreclose on Home Once Owned by Actor Gene Wilder

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is starting to foreclose on a Bel-Air home purchased by filmmaker Jordan Walker-Pearlman and his wife, screenwriter Elizabeth Hunter. The house once belonged to Walker-Pearlman’s uncle, the late actor Gene Wilder. One of Musk’s trusts bought…

Boomers Moving From US to Retire in Boquete, Panama for Better Living

Stepping inside TapOut Sports Zone Bar and Grill in Boquete, Panama, is like stepping inside suburban America. The menu features American staples like cheeseburgers, barbecue chicken sandwiches, and Philly cheesesteaks. Flat-screen TVs sit above the bar, airing the latest game….

Hedge-Fund Investors Are Pushing Back on Talent, Blank Check Fees

Hedge fund investors big and small are once again hyperfocused on the industry’s most contentious topic: fees. In the decade or so leading up to the pandemic, the average hedge fund fees slowly declined, but this year was the first…

Live Stream Du Plessis Vs. Adesanya

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The Ultimate Fighting Championship heads to Perth, Australia, for UFC 305, which will pit defending middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis against Israel Adesanya. If you…

Disney Cruise Line Is Expanding With New Ships, Private Destination

If you had a genie, what would your three wishes be? If one includes going on a Disney cruise, you’re in luck — you’ll have more opportunities to do so soon. The most magical cruise line on Earth plans to…

Harris Juggles Silicon Valley, Progressives on the Issue of Lina Khan

At a moment when the Democratic Party is trying to project unity, disagreements about corporate power and regulation are threatening to expose cracks in the solid exterior. Vice President Kamala Harris faces opposing pressures from opposite wings of her party…

World’s Largest Steelmaker Warns of a Industry Crisis Worse Than 2008

A “harsh winter” is looming over China’s steel sector, industry leader Baowu said. The firm expects the crisis to be worse than 2008 and 2015 downturns. Chinese producers are turning to foreign markets to unwind their steel supply. Thanks for…

Deals From Target, Reebok, and More

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Though it feels like summer just started, it’s true: it’s the fall is coming. That means returning to class, and for eager shoppers, there are…

Billionaires and Business Leaders Backing Kamala Harris

She has already received a wave of influential political endorsements, including the support of President Joe Biden. Within 24 hours of Biden dropping his reelection bid, Harris had secured enough delegates for the nomination. Money has also been pouring into…

Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoffs and Other Projects: a Guide

Since pivoting away from acting, Sheridan has become one of the most prolific screenwriters in Hollywood and helped redefine the Western genre with his hit series “Yellowstone.” And that number could be set to increase as his slate of “Yellowstone”…

Russia’s Economic Growth Slowed in Q2 Amid Concerns of “Overheating”

Russia’s economic growth slowed to 4% in the second quarter of 2024, down from 5.4% in Q1, AFP reported, citing official data released on Friday. While the Russian economy continues to expand, it marked the lowest quarterly GDP growth result…

Meet Colin Huang, Billionaire Founder of Pinduoduo and Temu

Colin Huang isn’t a household name outside China, but he’s one of the world’s richest people. Huang, aged 44, is China’s richest person. He’s the founder and former CEO of Pinduoduo, a gamified online marketplace connecting buyers and sellers. It’s…

Audio: Trump Once Praised Walz for Riot Response He and MAGA Criticize

However, recently unearthed audio shows that Trump complimented Walz at the time. He can be heard praising Walz for his response, expressing full agreement with his actions, and even describing Walz, now Kamala Harris’ running mate, as an “excellent guy.”…

53-Year-Old Medical Student Finally Pursuing Dream of Becoming Doctor

When my friend pitched me the idea of auditioning for a game show to make some money, I thought she was kidding. I never expected that two weeks later, I’d be flying home from a game show victory in Los…

Over-spending isn’t your problem

Over-spending probably isn’t your problem. Debt probably isn’t your problem. The issue almost always lies in our hearts. The truth is, there’s more than enough money in the world to meet our needs… but even if we had it all, “the…

Meta Needs Product Managers. Here’s What You Can Do to Land the Job.

If you are a product manager trying to get a job at Meta, you’re in luck: The company published a thorough guide on what to expect in an interview and how to succeed. The guide says the first phase of…

Starbucks Free Refill Hack | Money Bulldog

Starbucks Free Refill Hack LINKS MARKED * ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. We were driving in our car today when my son turned to me and said ‘Dad, you’re not going to believe this but you can get unlimited free refills at…

5 Effective Strategies for Generous Giving

A Christian’s Guide to Effective Giving: Maximizing Your Impact for God’s Kingdom As followers of Christ, we are called to be good stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The Bible teaches us that giving is an essential…

Some of the World’s Biggest Brand Are Struggling in China

Some of the world’s biggest brand names are struggling to crack one market this year: China. Retailers, including luxury giant LVMH, L’Oreal, and Starbucks are all seeing lower sales in the world’s second-largest economy, compared with past years. Chinese customers…

3 Different Ways to Invest in Whisky

LINKS MARKED * ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. If you have friends who are whisky lovers then you have doubtless heard many stories about the massive returns on offer by investing in whisky!  Perhaps your friends have even made a few quid…

Asia’s Governments Have Their Birth Rate Boosting Tactics All Wrong

“I want to be very hands-on. I want to be able to give my child whatever they want,” said Lee, who got married last year. These expectations, however, have steered Lee and her husband away from starting a family in…

What is a NatWest Airbnb-friendly Mortgage?

LINKS MARKED * ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. There is a lot of noise on the mortgage front today as NatWest updated its mortgage terms to make them more Airbnb-friendly. But what does this mean exactly and why was it necessary in…

Inflation-Spiking Eras Tour Didn’t Hit France Like Neighbors: Analysts

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has made it to five European countries so far. The sold-out shows have boosted accommodation prices everywhere except one country: France. Among the four countries Swift toured in May, three saw an increase in month-on-month hotel…

General Mills Turns up the Flavor to Attract Price-Conscious Shoppers

The snack and cereal maker said it will improve the taste of some of its biggest products to boost sales as inflation continues to hit consumers. “In tough economic times, consumers can’t afford to waste, so they’re looking for great-tasting…