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In 2023, U.S. TikToker Danny Rayes captivated the online community's attention with a compelling video shedding light on the pervasive phenomenon of "shrinkflation." Rayes showcased a series of striking examples where popular products underwent a reduction in size while maintaining, or sometimes even increasing, their price points. Notable instances included the revelation that ice cream bars like Magnum were no longer filled to capacity with ice cream, Mint Nights had increased the spacing between their chocolate clusters, Girl Scout cookies had noticeably shrunk over time, and Cadbury Chocol...
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Leo Lukenas III, a former Green Beret, passed away last Thursday in New York City from "acute coronary artery thrombus," a condition that results in the buildup of a blood clot inside a cardiac blood vessel. At the time of his death, at just 35 years old, Lukenas was one year into a demanding career in investment banking at Bank of America, where employees report working 100-hour work weeks and feeling depleted. In a bid to raise one million dollars, charity organisation 51 Vets in Honour has since launched a fundraising page. The non-profit organisation described the ex-US Special Forces vete...
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Michael Bodei, a New Jersey homebuilder offering six-figure salaries to workers, says construction is a well-paying career path that doesn't require a college degree, and businesses are eager to hire. In fact, the construction industry offered a quicker path to his desired income more than law school, the other option Bodei considered 31 years ago. His family has been with the construction trade for generations, so Bodei witnessed firsthand the profitability of building luxury homes in wealthy suburbs. By 22, Bodei launched Bodei Contracting, his general and building contracting company, in Mo...
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Rob Holmes, a private investigator who tracks down fake luxury watch brands and ensures they do not hit the store shelves, explained how counterfeit Rolexes work and gets distributed. In an interview, Holmes delved into the creation of counterfeit goods in overseas factories. He exposed not only the production of fakes, but also explained how they're smuggled into the United States, and detailed the rise of "super fakes." Holmes also offered tips on identifying both genuine and counterfeit Rolexes. In a video posted to Business Insider's YouTube channel, Holmes highlighted the massive problem ...
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Lyft, the American ride-sharing company, has started the year 2024 on a high note. The company's stock price has risen by seven per cent to $17.78, and its earnings for the first quarter of 2024 were $1.28 billion. This is a success as experts predicted the figure would be $1.16 billion. In comparison to the same period in 2023, Lyft's earnings in the opening quarter represented a notable increase from $1 billion to $1.28 billion. This year-over-year surge represents a remarkable 27.59 per cent rise. Lyft's gross bookings for the year were valued at $3.7 billion, a 21% increase from the previo...
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The former CEO of American coffeehouse chain Starbucks has provided his take on the company's recent failings on home soil. In a lengthy LinkedIn post, Howard Schultz outlined that Starbucks executives must prioritise coffee itself and their stores. The 70-year-old left his third term as CEO last year after facing fierce criticism for pushing back on unionisation among Starbucks staff. His recommendations come amidst the coffee chain posting poor results for the recent quarter. From January to March of this year, revenue fell by two per cent to $8.56 billion, the first time Starbucks experienc...
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A study by Furniture At Work has revealed that over 2.5 million British employees, a significant portion of the workforce, have admitted to stealing from their workplace. The research, based on interviews with 1,000 working Britons, further disclosed that the stolen items ranged from food and electronics to money found within the office premises. The study was prompted by a surge in demand for secure office storage among office furniture suppliers. The data underscores the ongoing need for secure furniture, with approximately 12 per cent, or one in eight, of employers reporting thefts from the...
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In recent years, governments and regulatory bodies worldwide have recognised the imperative to establish frameworks governing AI development and deployment. From the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union to the Algorithmic Accountability Act in the United States, there's been a surge in regulatory efforts to address AI's ethical, privacy, and safety concerns. These developments reflect a growing recognition of the need to ensure AI technologies align with societal values and norms. However, the impact of these regulations on the AI industry is multifaceted. On one han...
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"The things that I've been through forced me to be stronger," said Lynsi Snyder, the highly private owner and leader of In-N-Out Burger. "When you persevere, you end up developing more strength." The In-N-Out heiress, who has a real-time net worth of $6.7 billion and was first named a billionaire in 2017, sports five Bible verse tattoos. Fans of the fast-food chain may have noticed that the brand's packaging references the Bible. According to a 2022 survey from Market Force Information, of all the burger chains in the US, In-N-Out is considered elite. The survey, which interviewed 5,173 consum...
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Anthony Shore has one of the most unique and distinct jobs today, being a professional namer. His job is to source new names for companies and ensure they stand out amongst their competitors. Over 250 organisations and products can trace their names to Shore's creative talents. These include known companies such as Accenture, Tonal Home Gym, Virgin Voyages, Dreyer's Slow Churned Ice Cream and Yum! Brands. Shore has also delivered services and products from renowned companies, including Adobe Lightroom, FedEx Custom Critical and the Fitbit Ionic. Speaking to Fortune, Shore described his naming ...
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