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 #MeToo Turns One
The #MeToo movement has driven not only an increase in litigation, but also meaningful changes in the workplace.
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Morning Docket: 10.15.18
* When you're better known for your love of beer than your love of anything else, here's the TMZ headline you get after feeding those in need: "JUSTICE KAVANAUGH SERVING MEALS TO HOMELESS ... Hold the Beer, Please." [TMZ]
* And in other Kavanaugh news, a group of witches will be holding a ritualistic event to hex the newly confirmed justice. Their goal is "to make Kavanaugh suffer," and they plan to cast a spell and use effigies, coffin nails, and graveyard dirt to get the job done. [USA Toda
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 Here's how Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal baby will fit into the family tree
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Meghan Markle is pregnant, Kensington Palace announced on Monday, and will give birth next year.
Here is how her baby with Prince Harry will fit into the royal family.
Meghan Markle is pregnant and due to give birth in spring 2019, Kensington Palace announced on Monday.
The royal baby will be Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first child, and a great-grandchild to Queen Elizabeth II.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: 3 compelling reasons why
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The number of Google Assistant-enabled devices has exploded in 2018
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Business Insider IntelligenceThe number of Assistant-enabled devices available to consumers worldwide has exploded in 2018, jumping 567% from 1,500 in January to 10,000 in week. That number also represents 100% growth in Assistant-enabled devices sin
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Stephen Hawking warned of future 'superhumans' threatening the end of humanity
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The posthumous writings of Stephen Hawking warn of 'superhumans' threatening the end of humanity.
The world-famous physicist argued that gene-editing technologies could lead to genetic augmentation.
Hawking warned that this genetic augmentation could create a race of 'superhumans' — causing natural humans to die out or become unimportant.
It's been several months since the late Stephen Hawking passed away, but posthumous writings by the g
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11 of the best pop culture podcasts you need to listen to
Gustavo Caballero/Getty ImagesWith the recent explosion of podcasts, it seems like there's something out there for everyone, whether you're interested in true crime or want to learn more about science or the world's religions. But sometimes, you just want to hear more from your favorite celebrities, and if that's what you're into, there are a lot of options out there.
Tons of stars have their own podcasts now, where they interview their famous friends, tell behind-the-scenes stories about the
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Gap is coming straight for Lululemon with $100 workout pants for men (GPS)
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Gap has launched a new men's athletic wear brand called Hill City, which has an average price point of $80.
The company is doubling down on athletic wear to boost sales as it continues to be a bright spot in the apparel industry.
Lululemon is also focusing on men's clothing.
Gap is doubling down on athleisure to boost sales.
On Monday, the retail giant launched Hill City, its new men's clothing brand that is sold online and at 50 Athleta stores.&nb
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These are the deadly US weapons Taiwan really wants to counter China
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As China puts increased pressure on Taiwan, the self-ruled island is pursuing greater defensive capabilities.
At the top of the US weapons wish list are submarine technology, the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter, and the M1A2 Abrams tank.
A senior official Pentagon official’s comments last week that the United States is moving towards a “more normal foreign military sales relationship” with Taiwan could signal that the self-ruled island wi
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Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson reportedly split and no one is surprised
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Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson have called off their engagement and split, according to TMZ and People.
After the news of the reported breakup spread on Sunday, fans took to social media to share their reactions.
Twitter users were not surprised at all, pointing to the fact that the pair weren't together for very long.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson have reportedly split after a
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Top 11 waiver-wire pickups for Week 7 in your fantasy football league
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With six weeks of football now in the books, we have reached the point of the fantasy football season where roster depth becomes a huge factor.
For the next five weeks of the NFL season, at least four teams will be on bye. If your fantasy football roster is likely to be down a player, or two, or three, you'll likely have to make some tough choices with regard to which boom-or-bust receiver to slot in or which backup quarterback you trust to get the job done.
If you're at
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Sears' clearance sales will be full of steep discounts, but one key uncertainty could keep shoppers from biting (SHLD)
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Sears has filed for bankruptcy and said it is closing 142 stores before the end of the year.
GlobalData Retail's Neil Saunders says it is wise for these stores to stay open for the holiday shopping season in order to clear out inventory, but he warns that customers may be turned off of the deals because of the uncertainty around warranties.
Sears has long been a top seller of appliances in the United States, and many of those items come with warranties.
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Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck met 18 years ago — here's a complete timeline of their relationship
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Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck were married for 10 years and had three children before eventually filing for divorce in 2017.
From the moment they met in 2000 to their official divorce in 2018, below is a complete timeline of the duo's relationship. Summer 2000: Affleck and Garner met on the set of "Pearl Harbor."
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In the summer of 2000, Affleck and Garner met while filming the movie "Pearl Harbor."
Summer 2002: Affleck and Garner were r
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Goldman Sachs cuts Netflix ahead of its earnings report (NFLX)
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Goldman Sachs has cut its Netflix price target to $430 from $470, saying it expects lowered guidance from the company when it reports earnings on Tuesday.
The bank says content spending is expected to pick up in the fourth quarter, which could lead to lower guidance from the company.
Still, Goldman's analyst Heath Terry remains markedly bullish, and is well above Wall Street's average $380 target.
Follow Netflix's stock price in real-time here.
Netflix has been one of
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The 10 best business and leadership books of 2018 so far, according to readers
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Thousands of books about business and leadership are published every year, and while we wish we could read them all, we just don't have the time.
When you want to ensure that you're about to read useful and enlightening content, Goodreads — the community for sharing what you're currently reading and discovering what
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Video shows hilarious moment cops lured an escaped pig back to its pen with a bag of Doritos
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies helped corral a pig that escaped from its pen on Saturday in the town of Highland, California.
Officer Shelly Ponce packed some Doritos for her lunch, and used the chips to lure the pig back to its home.
"We were able to put him back in and secure the gate. It was fun!" Ponce said in a press release.
It seems even pigs like to pig out on Doritos.
Over the weekend, cops lured an escaped pig back
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Tapping could become the new swiping on Instagram
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Tapping through posts could soon become the new swiping, at least on Instagram's Explore tab feed, TechCrunch reports.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderSee Also:Snap's scripted TV shows should excite brandsApple rumor leads busy week in streaming video newsGoogle's Home Hub defines
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Veterinarians saved a tarantula named Spidey that got trapped in duct tape and the internet is falling in love with him
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Veterinarians at Newark Veterinary Hospital in Ohio treated a tarantula named Spidey.
Spidey got tangled in duct tape, and his owner was worried that they would pull off his legs by removing it.
The vets used tape-remover spray to safely detach the tape.
A video of Spidey's rescue is going viral, and even arachnophobes think he's adorable.
When Spidey the tarantula got into a spot of trouble with a piece of duct tape, veterinarians at Newark Veterinar
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 Has the Fed Gone Crazy?
In this age of machines and ETFs, there just aren't slow grinds to the downside. Instead, we get gut-wrenching plunges that push indicators from extremely bullish to extremely bearish in a matter of two or three days. Wealth Daily editor Briton Ryle looks at what crushed the Dow 1,400 points in two days last week.
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Non-Sequiturs: 10.14.18
* Adam Feldman examines the historical record to look at how Justice Brett Kavanaugh's brutal confirmation process could affect his jurisprudence. [Empirical SCOTUS]
* And Joel Cohen looks at how Justice Kavanaugh's confirmation fight might affect his judging of the accused. [Law and Crime]
* Meanwhile, David Oscar Markus argues that criminal defendants in federal court get treated much worse than Justice Kavanaugh. [The Hill]
* Jemele Hill points out the support and sympathy for Justic
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Trump's unusual Fed bashing raises the stakes of a policy blunder that damages the economy
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President Donald Trump is blaming the Federal Reserve for the stock market's sell-off.
While it's unusual for the US president to publicly bash the Fed, many investors agree that fears of higher interest rates are partly responsible for the volatility.
By pitting himself against the Fed, Trump is raising the stakes of a monetary-policy error.
President Donald Trump is not known to mince words. And this week, he offered his sharpest rebuke yet of the
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These are the biggest clothing companies in America
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America's biggest apparel and footwear retailers rake in a massive amount of revenue each year.
Companies such as Nike and TJ Maxx are dominating the US retail landscape.
This list of the top retailers by annual sales is collated using data from Forbes' recent Global 2000 list of the world's largest public companies.
It's not all doom and gloom in the retail sector. America's biggest apparel and footwear retailers are continuing to rake
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71 years ago, Chuck Yeager smashed the sound barrier — here's what it was like on the famous flight
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Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier in a Bell X-1 experimental aircraft on October 14, 1947.
Yeager, a World War II fighter pilot, had been working on the project for several years.
He kept flying as a test pilot and eventually retired as a general in 1975.
Chuck Yeager began his career during World War II, flying as a private in the US Army Air Forces.
In late 1942 he entered enlisted-pilot training and eventually became a P-51 fighter pilot. After the war, he held commands aroun
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11 lucrative credit card deals you can get when opening a new card in October — including a 150,000-point bonus
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Earning new member bonuses is the fastest way to earn credit card points and frequent flyer miles.
You can use points from cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card or the Platinum Card® from American Express for vi
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There's a fatal flaw in your 5-year plan
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Five-year plans and punishing morning routines are often perceived as being integral parts of the path to success.
But the obsession over a perfect life can distract us from appreciating our days as they really are.
A variety of experts and writers suggest appreciating the present as it is.
Essayist Charles Chu's former idea of a perfect life was recognizable to anyone who has been 22 and idealistic. Travel the world. Become a millionaire entrepreneur. Un
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Hillary Clinton: My husband's relationship with Monica Lewinsky was not an abuse of power
Hillary Clinton was asked about the Monica Lewinsky scandal during an interview that aired on "CBS Sunday Morning" on October 14.
The former first lady and US Secretary of State said she did not think Bill Clinton's affair with Lewinsky was an abuse of power.
Asked if Bill Clinton should have resigned in the wake of the scandal, she said, "absolutely not."
Hillary Clinton said on CBS that her husband, former President Bill Clinton, should "absolutely not" have resigne
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2 of NATO's biggest militaries are taking a 1,200-mile road trip before massive war games start
2 of NATO's biggest militaries are taking a 1,200-mile road trip before massive war games startNOW WATCH: How Russia's most advanced military equipment stacks up against NATO hardwareSee Also:Your opinion matters. Become a BI Insider today!A look inside the marriage of the richest couple in history, Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos — who met at work, were engaged in 3 months, and own more land than almost anyone else in America2 of NATO's biggest militaries are taking a 1,200-mile road trip before mas...
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The most popular Halloween candy in every US state
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Halloween is almost here.
CandyStore.com, an online candy retailer, recently used 11 years of sales data to determine the favorite candy of every state.
It found that New Yorkers love Sour Patch Kids, Californians love Skittles, and Texans love Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
See which candy is most popular in your state.
New Yorkers love Sour Patch Kids, Californians love Skittles, and Texans love Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
That is, at le
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The creative accounting that reportedly allowed Jared Kushner to dodge paying income taxes for years is totally legal
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A Saturday report from The New York Times found Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser, paid little to no federal income taxes from 2009 to 2016 using legal tax mechanisms.
An IRS policy known as depreciation is a deduction Kushner Cos. used to diminish its taxable income on properties largely bought with borrowed money.
Though not illegal, the filings show how real estate tax codes leave room for profitable maneuvering.
The New York
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The dark side of tourism in Thailand
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Thailand is one of the most desired destination among tourists.
But issues of safety, refugees, and human trafficking remain grave concerns in the country.
Nonetheless, the trip is still worth it — as long as you exercise caution.
When it comes to dream way up there on the list for most travelers — and with good reason. It's flanked by some of the world's most stunning beaches, has miles of untouched jungle, is laced w
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The creation of a space force could lead to weaponization and war — here's what it might look like
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As Trump looks into making a space force the sixth branch of the military, and private companies race to create commercial flights into space, it's clear that space is a major frontier for international competition.
The creation of a space force is one of the first signs of space weaponization.
A space war could take two main forms: direct physical attacks or cyber sabotage, says American astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, in his new book, cowritten with Avis Lang.
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10 powerful skincare ingredients you can find in your kitchen
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Many of us can attest to the experience of strolling down a skincare aisle trying to resist the temptation of products that promise soft, even skin, plump lips, and an all-around dewy glow. The pretty packaging and creative descriptions call your name, until you're standing at the register ready to dole out half of your last paycheck on a gold-infused eye cream that promises you will "literally" wake up sparkling.
If you're trying to save space, money, or move away from unna
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Three untapped opportunities wearables present to health insurers, providers, and employers
After a shaky start, wearables like smartwatches and fitness trackers have gained traction in healthcare, with US consumer use jumping from 9% in 2014 to 33% in 2018.
More than 80% of consumers are willing to wear tech that measures health data — and penetration should continue to climb.
The maturation of the wearable market will put more wearables in the hands of consumers and US businesses.
The US healthcare industry as it exists today is not sustainable. An aging patient
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Is it Time to Panic About Stocks? This Indicator Says No
Rising interest rates triggered a stock sell-off this week. Although in times of uncertainty, selling can seem like the best option. That's not always the case, though. Wealth Daily editor Jason Stutman explains why you shouldn't panic just yet...
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These Instagram-famous chukka boots are ethically made — and they require zero break-in time
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Nisolo is a socially responsible footwear startup that sells high-quality leather goods for prices you can actually afford.
I've been on the lookout for the perfect chukka boots for women for a while now, and after getting Nisolo's Isa Boots to test out, I think the search is over.
The boots are comfortable, s
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The American pastor freed from Turkey has arrived in the US and prayed with Trump in Oval Office
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Freed American pastor Andrew Brunson has arrived back in the United States and prayed with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Saturday.
He prayed that God would provide Trump "supernatural wisdom to accomplish all the plans you have for this country and for him."
Brunson had been confined in Turkey for nearly two years and faced up to 35 years in jail.
He was accused of committing crimes on behalf of Kurdish militants and to aid a Pennsylvan
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A writer named on a Google spreadsheet of media men accused of sexual misconduct is suing the woman who created it
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Writer Stephen Elliott filed a defamation suit on Wednesday against the creator of a crowdsourced list that named him among male media figures accused of sexual misconduct.
Journalist Moira Donegan came forward in January as the author of the "S----y Media Men" list, an online crowdsourced spreadsheet which contained anonymous allegations against Elliott from harassment to rape.
Elliott vehemently denied the allegations in a personal essay, but Donegan sai
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30 men's boots you'd be surprised are available on Amazon Prime — all $300 or less
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Amazon probably isn't the first online retailer that comes to mind for fall boots, but you'd be surprised by the wide selection and accessible pricing.
With a $300 budget, you can find just about any style of boot you can think of on Amazon Prime— from Chelsea boots and chukkas to rugged hiking boots and rain boots.&
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Red velvet hair is the latest color trend you'll be seeing everywhere this fall
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Instagram influencers are all about red velvet hair this fall season.
The rich, auburn color looks great on both light and dark hair colors.
Although the color looks universally stunning on everyone, the process will be different depending on your hair type so be sure to consult your stylist beforehand.
Digging a fork into a thick slice of red velvet cake — with cream cheese icing, thank you very much — is peak dessert joy. The sweet m
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THE AI DISRUPTION BUNDLE: The guide to understanding how artificial intelligence is impacting the world (AMZN, AAPL, GOOGL)
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Artificial intelligence (AI) isn't a part of the future of technology. AI is the future of technology.
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have even publicly debated whether or not that will turn out to be a good thing.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderSee Also:These haunting photos of the retail apocalypse re
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Amazon predicts these will be the 100 hottest toys every kid wants this holiday season
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It's never too early to start thinking about holiday shopping. While the gift-giving season is months away, if you like to get ahead and do your holiday shopping early, Amazon has you covered. Amazon's 2018 Holiday Toy List showcases 100 of their top picks of toys and games for this holiday season.
On the list, you'll find
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22 photos that show how Princess Eugenie's wedding compared to Meghan and Harry's
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Princess Eugenie's wedding to Jack Brooksbank is the second royal wedding of this year, five months after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding in May.
While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding had lots of personal touches to it, including a few that departed from royal tradition, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's wedding was more traditional. But they also brought their own style to the occasion.
Princess Eugenie — Prince Harry and William's first cousin and grandd
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The 4 movies and TV shows coming to Netflix this week that are worth watching
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New titles come and go on Netflix every week, but choosing what to stream can be a daunting task.
That's why, every week, Business Insider rounds up which of the newly arrived or leaving movies and TV shows on Netflix are actually worth watching.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: How actors fake fight in moviesSee Also:The ugliest building in every US state, according to people who live thereAT&T will jump into the streaming bloodbath by launching a Netflix com
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13 places to visit in December for every type of traveler
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To find the best places to visit in December 2018, Business Insider looked at climate data, cultural calendars, and peak travel times.
December offers all kinds of travel experiences, from unforgettable Christmas and New Year's celebrations to relaxing getaways on tropical islands.
The best places to visit in December include the "Hamptons of South America," a European capital filled to the brim with Christmas markets, and the rugged wilderness of Aus
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All the best hats from Princess Eugenie's royal wedding
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When Princess Eugenie married Jacks Brooksbank in an elegant royal wedding ceremony, all eyes were on the bride's wedding dress and emerald tiara.
But before the couple exchanged their vows, female wedding attendees turned heads with bold statement hats and lavish fascinators.
Here's a roundup of the best ones seen throughout the wedding. Kate Middleton wore an eye-catching fuchsia design by Philip Treacy.
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Predicting hurricanes isn't an easy science — here are the challenges meteorologists face
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Hurricanes can cause immense damage and chaos to the general population.
With the cost of the monetary damage from disasters going up, it is more imperative to get accurate forecasts out to the public.
However, determining the severity of a hurricane in the near future is notoriously challenging.
Hurricane Michael, an unprecedented Category 4 hurricane, has made landfall in the panhandle region of Florida.
Hurricanes can cause immense damage due
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Why we are bad at dealing with change — and 5 ways you can improve
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Change affects every aspect of our lives.
But many of us probably aren't as well equipped to deal with changes as we think.
Even positive changes can stimulate our stress response.
So you may be subconsciously stressing even if you feel relatively ok.
Here are 5 tips for helping you through the changes in your life.
Whatever happens in your life, you can be sure of this: things are going to change.
As life goes on, you are faced with almost infinite changes. Some of t
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Here's how Google's new $800 Pixel 3 compares to the $750 iPhone XR (GOOG, GOOGL, AAPL)
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If you're in the market for a new phone right now, you have a tough choice to make: Apple's iPhone XR, or the Google Pixel 3?
The two phones have a lot in common. They both come in fun colors, have standout cameras, pack a ton of impressive features in a somewhat affordable package (or, at least, more affordable than some other options), and start shipping this month.
In fact, the devices are so similar, the biggest question for most people will be not about th
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These photos show women fighters from around the world in frontline combat jobs
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Almost three years have passed since the US military announced it would open combat roles to women.
In September, Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis said the jury is still out when it comes to women's performance in these newly integrated units.
Despite women's roles in combat support units that often placed them in the line of fire, the US is one of the last western nations to open positions in infantry, artillery, and special operations to women.
In 2015, th
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The cofounder of Refinery29 explains how she built a global media brand that reaches 425 million people a year
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Christene Barberich is the cofounder and editor in chief of Refinery29.
Refinery29 is a lifestyle and news media company primarily for young women.
Across all of its global sites, social media accounts, and events, Refinery said it will reach 425 million people this year.
Barberich said her greatest lessons as a leader have been around learning when to pass on responsibilities and finding what keeps her the most engaged.
Christene Barberich is the cofounder and CEO of Refin
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Mexico's state-owned oil giant just announced a major discovery that could transform the country's struggling industry
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Mexico's state-owned oil producer, Pemex, announced Tuesday that it had discovered roughly 180 million barrels of oil in the Gulf of Mexico.
The so-called proven, probable, and possible, or 3P, reserves could support Mexico's oil output, which has been in decline since 2004.
Mexico would need $7 billion to $10 billion in capital, including investments in oil rigs and pipelines, to develop the newly announced discovery and other nearby sources, Reuters said.
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THE REPUBLICAN PLANS TO STEAL THE ELECTION ARE FULLY OPERATIONAL: The GOP doesn't need help from Moscow to steal the election -- they've already hacked the courts.
THEY'RE COMING FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: We all know what the play is here.
IN BIGLAW NEWS: Kirkland is picking up some sweet lateral partners.
BUT YOU CAN ALSO PROMOTE FROM WITHIN: White
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The Trump administration is reportedly considering a new family separation policy for immigrants
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The Trump administration is reportedly considering a new family separation policy for immigrants who cross the US-Mexico border with their children.
Instead of forcibly splitting up immigrant families at the border, as authorities did under the "zero tolerance" immigration policy, the parents would face a "binary choice" to be held as a family in detention or have their children released without them.
The renewed family separations push is being spearheaded by Tru
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Ford's sales in China collapsed 43% in September amid Trump's trade war and an economic slowdown (F)
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Ford sales in China tanked 43% in September year-over-year.
The drop is attributed to a confluence of factors, from Ford's makeover of the company to the Chinese economic slowdown.
The growing trade war between the US and China also most likely played a role.
Ford has been dealing with a series of maladies from President Donald Trump's various tariffs.
Ford's sales in China nosedived in September as a slew of factors, including President Donald Trump's trade war and a s
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Hackers stole millions of Facebook users' personal data — here's why you should be worried (FB)
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Some 30 million Facebook users were victims of the hacking attack it revealed recently.
That attack exposed the personal information of many users, including their names, phone numbers, birth dates, and more.
That kind of information could be used for identity theft and to compromise users' financial and other accounts, security and privacy experts say.
The exposure of that data can also pose particular and obvious dangers to people who are trying to keep a low profi
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a trailblazer for women's rights even before she was on the Supreme Court
Before Ruth Bader Ginsburg became a Supreme Court justice, she was widely acknowledged as a trailblazer in establishing women's rights.
As a lawyer who played a prominent role in several Supreme Court cases, Ginsburg's work against sex discrimination helped to change the way we all think about women.
In 1971, Ginsburg wrote a brief that persuaded a unanimous court to invalidate the state's preference for males.
In one case involving a widower, Ginsburg reasoned that rigi
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12 of the most cat-friendly dog breeds, according to experts and owners
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Cat owners who want to bring a dog into their home ― or dog owners looking to adopt a cat ― need to be strategic, since not all of our furry friends play well with others.
To compile a list of the most cat-friendly dog breeds, INSIDER consulted sources such as the American Kennel Club, PetHelpful, and Vetstreet, as well as pet forums on Quora.
Keep reading to learn about 12 dogs that get along well with cats, from beagles to bichon frisés.Beagles are friendly, with an...
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Lonzo Ball forced to cover up tattoo due to NBA rules
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Lakers guard Lonzo Ball played with a bandage on his right arm through the team's preseason game against the Warriors on Wednesday.
Ball wasn't injured, but instead was covering up his Big Baller Brand tattoo due to NBA rules about players promoting brands on the court.
Ball isn't the first player to have an issue with branded tattoos this year, with J.R. Smith raising a similar issue earlier this month.
When the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Gol
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5 new Amazon devices are now available to buy — including the $130 Echo Sub and $25 Amazon Smart Plug
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Amazon announced 12 new devices during its September 2018 Devices event in Seattle. It was the largest number of devices and features that Amazon ever launched in a single day.
After a few weeks' wait, five out of the 12 devices announced are now available to buy.
You can currently purchase update
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How hyperrealistic masks are made for Hollywood
See Also:Disney is selling Jack Skellington cotton candy that's equal parts sweet and spooky15 genius Halloween costumes you can make using just a pair of black leggingsHow one woman went from blogging to launching a makeup line
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12 times Princess Charlotte and Prince George stole the show at Princess Eugenie's wedding
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Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tied the knot in St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on Friday.
The couple's royal wedding was full of touching highlights including Eugenie's decision to show off the scar from her corrective scoliosis surgery, Brooksbank's heart-melting words when he saw his soon-to-be wife walking down the aisle, and Prince William and Kate Middleton's rare display of public affection.
As usual, throughout the day, William and Middl
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The 12 actors behind terrifying movie villains
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There's something terrifying about a villain that's no longer recognizable as a human. From Pennywise the Clown in "It" to Leatherface in "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" series, the following characters are so scary looking it makes you forget there's a real actor portraying them.
Here are 12 actors you didn't know played your favorite, or least favorite, movie villains. Behind the makeup, "The Exorcist's" demon Pazuzu was really
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