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4 things you should never order in front of your boss or coworkers, according to an etiquette expert
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4 things you should never order in front of your boss or coworkers, according to an etiquette expert

Whether you're attending a lunch or happy hour, there are some things an etiquette expert said you should never order at a work event.

Alyshia Hull · 17 Aug, 2026
David Ellison's Paramount wants its WBD merger challengers to put up nearly $1.9 billion
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David Ellison's Paramount wants its WBD merger challengers to put up nearly $1.9 billion

Paramount Skydance wants those suing to stop its WBD deal to post a nearly $1.9 billion bond, saying it will miss out on "significant" cost savings.

James Faris · 17 Aug, 2026
Google is buying Spirit Airlines' old data for $10 million to improve its AI
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Google is buying Spirit Airlines' old data for $10 million to improve its AI

Google bid $10 million for Spirit Airlines' data, beating Mercor's bid. Tech companies are racing to grab as much AI training data as they can.

Charles Rollet · 17 Aug, 2026
I tried Ina Garten's espresso martini and was tipsy after just a few sips
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I tried Ina Garten's espresso martini and was tipsy after just a few sips

Ina Garten puts her own spin on the espresso martini with this recipe, which includes orange-flavored vodka and Kahlúa. It packs a very boozy punch.

Anneta Konstantinides · 17 Aug, 2026
John Gruber calls Claude's AI watermarking 'patently offensive'
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John Gruber calls Claude's AI watermarking 'patently offensive'

Anthropic is adding a watermark to Claude's output. Tech blogger John Gruber says it could prioritize traceability over the quality of the writing.

Ben Shimkus · 17 Aug, 2026
I went to Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. It's not for me, but I get why cruisers love it.
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I went to Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. It's not for me, but I get why cruisers love it.

Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, has beaches and thrilling activities, but I was looking for something else.

Joey Hadden · 17 Aug, 2026
Rugged robotic mules could make dangerous supply missions safer for US soldiers, but there are some things still to work out
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Rugged robotic mules could make dangerous supply missions safer for US soldiers, but there are some things still to work out

Ukraine has seen success in using uncrewed ground vehicles, or UGVs, for logistics runs, keeping soldiers out of direct danger.

Chris Panella · 17 Aug, 2026
I built an AI C-suite to help me run my small business. As a creative, I was hesitant to use AI, but it's helpful for certain things.
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I built an AI C-suite to help me run my small business. As a creative, I was hesitant to use AI, but it's helpful for certain things.

A small business owner in Brooklyn created a C-suite filled with AI agents to help run her business, but she refuses to use AI for creative work.

Agnes Applegate · 17 Aug, 2026
Celebrities and CEOs mixed Disney style with luxury status symbols at the D23 event. Here's what they wore.
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Celebrities and CEOs mixed Disney style with luxury status symbols at the D23 event. Here's what they wore.

D23 is known for Disney announcements and fan cosplay, but A-listers like Anne Hathaway also brought designer fashion to the event.

Amanda Krause · 17 Aug, 2026
I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. Skip the major cities and spend time in these 5 gorgeous state parks instead.
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I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. Skip the major cities and spend time in these 5 gorgeous state parks instead.

I've been a Florida resident for over 25 years. These state parks offer unforgettable experiences away from the usual tourist spots.

Veronica Croes · 17 Aug, 2026
OpenAI president says companies should do 10 things ASAP to defend against AI cyber threats
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OpenAI president says companies should do 10 things ASAP to defend against AI cyber threats

"Time is of the essence," OpenAI cofounder Greg Brockman said while sounding the alarm that companies need to upgrade their cybersecurity efforts.

Brent D. Griffiths · 17 Aug, 2026
The 10 British universities with the most American students, ranked
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The 10 British universities with the most American students, ranked

Some American students are earning degrees across the pond. They're flocking to Scotland and England to attend prestigious schools like Oxford.

Roya Shahidi · 17 Aug, 2026