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- Not a single place in the U.S. made the cut for top retirement destinations—but experts warn to weigh these 3 factors before moving abroad
For those seeking sunshine, safety, and affordability, retiring abroad is more appealing than ever. But you should do your homework first.
- Gen Z is so frugal they’re doctoring ‘heavy sodas’ at gas station fountains throughout the country to make one drink last all day
The heavy soda hack is being celebrated on TikTok, with users showcasing their creativity and thrift as points of pride.
- TikTok Deal Tracker: Trump Expected To Sign Deal Today—As Oracle Among Main Investors (Updating)
The White House has said a deal is expected to be signed with China “in the coming days,” as multiple Trump-supporting billionaires—Larry Ellison, Marc Andreessen, Lachlan Murdoch—may be involved.
- ‘The frustration is overwhelming’: Soybean farmers feel betrayed as Argentina blows a hole in rural America’s $47 billion soybean bonanza
China will reportedly buy at least 10 cargoes of Argentine soybeans, further jeopardizing the U.S. export market, even as Argentina gobbles up Trump support.
- Rethink Loyalty: A Challenge To Retailers From Harvard-Backed Startup
The founders of Lisia have ambitions to shift the dial from points to a purpose-driven, lifestyle app.
Technology
- Study: Planned budget cuts would hurt drug development badly
Drug patents frequently cite research that the NIH wouldn't be able to fund.
- Experts urge caution about using ChatGPT to pick stocks
AI-selected portfolios might perform well in a growing market, but experts warn of downturn risks.
- Amazon blamed AI for layoffs, then hired cheap H1-B workers, senators allege
Tech firms pressed to explain if H-1B workers are paid less than US workers.
- Shoplifters could soon be chased down by drones
Flock Safety, whose drones were once reserved for police departments, is now offering them for private-sector security, the company announced today, with potential customers including including businesses intent on curbing shoplifting. Companies in the US can now place Flock’s drone docking stations on their premises. If the company has a waiver from the Federal Aviation…
- Apple iPhone 17 review: Sometimes boring is best
The least exciting iPhone this year is also the best value for the money.
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