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California AG says Paramount's Netflix defense misses the point
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California AG says Paramount's Netflix defense misses the point

Rob Bonta, California's attorney general, said he wants to keep Paramount Skydance from being able to "dictate terms" with movie theaters.

James Faris · 14 Jul, 2026
I visited DC's oldest restaurant, located just steps from the White House. I saw why it has endured for generations.
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I visited DC's oldest restaurant, located just steps from the White House. I saw why it has endured for generations.

Old Ebbitt Grill claims to be the capital's oldest restaurant, with a history dating back to 1856. Take a look inside.

Kristine Villarroel · 14 Jul, 2026
Meta used AI workplace tools to target employees on medical leave, lawsuit alleges
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Meta used AI workplace tools to target employees on medical leave, lawsuit alleges

Meta faces a lawsuit from 26 employees alleging AI systems unfairly targeted them for layoffs for taking medical leave.

Pranav Dixit · 14 Jul, 2026
IBM gets sucked into the AI-powered memory chip vortex
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IBM gets sucked into the AI-powered memory chip vortex

IBM's warning shows how AI infrastructure and cybersecurity spending are reshaping technology budgets.

Alistair Barr · 14 Jul, 2026
What smart people are saying about what IBM's AI warning says about SaaSpocalypse fears
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What smart people are saying about what IBM's AI warning says about SaaSpocalypse fears

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna wrote a letter to shareholders about a revenue miss. It's renewing months-old fears about a SaaSpocalypse.

Ben Shimkus · 14 Jul, 2026
Live Q&A: How vibe coding is transforming tech — and tech jobs
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Live Q&A: How vibe coding is transforming tech — and tech jobs

The CEO of vibe-coding startup Emergent, Mukund Jha, joins BI's Dan DeFrancesco to discuss his company's exponential growth.

Business Insider · 14 Jul, 2026
Smoking is having a cultural comeback. My dad's death will never make cigarettes cool.
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Smoking is having a cultural comeback. My dad's death will never make cigarettes cool.

My father died of lung cancer caused by smoking. Seeing cigarettes become fashionable again feels deeply personal.

Leslie Vooris · 14 Jul, 2026
The most iconic ice cream shop in every state
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The most iconic ice cream shop in every state

From historic soda shops to country creameries, these are the most beloved ice cream shops in every state.

Erin McDowell · 14 Jul, 2026
'Big Short' star Michael Burry says buying a home is rarely a good investment — but may still be worth it
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'Big Short' star Michael Burry says buying a home is rarely a good investment — but may still be worth it

Michael Burry wrote on his Substack that housing has "lagged the S&P 500 badly" over the past 25 years despite prices surging in that period.

Theron Mohamed · 14 Jul, 2026
I moved to Los Angeles after a layoff. Relocating to a high-cost city was risky, but I'm glad I listened to my gut.
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I moved to Los Angeles after a layoff. Relocating to a high-cost city was risky, but I'm glad I listened to my gut.

After getting laid off, I decided I needed a fresh start and moved to Los Angeles on my own. It was a risky financial move, but I'm happy I did it.

Sukhman Rekhi · 14 Jul, 2026
Chefs share their best tricks for making 15 foods that everyone should know how to cook
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Chefs share their best tricks for making 15 foods that everyone should know how to cook

Whether it's mashed potatoes, roast chicken, or omelets, everyone should master making popular basic dishes with these easy tips from chefs.

Cheyenne Elwell · 14 Jul, 2026
I spent 2 nights at Lisa Vanderpump's brand-new Las Vegas hotel. I think she's ready to become the Queen of Sin City.
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I spent 2 nights at Lisa Vanderpump's brand-new Las Vegas hotel. I think she's ready to become the Queen of Sin City.

Lisa Vanderpump's first hotel opened in Las Vegas. The Vanderpump Hotel is both fun and sexy, making it perfect for couples and bachelorette parties.

Anneta Konstantinides · 14 Jul, 2026