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The 27 most important finance books ever written

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"In my whole life, I have known no wise people (over a broad subject matter area) who didn’t read all the time — none," Charlie Munger, the vice chairman at Berkshire Hathaway, once said.

With that in mind, we've highlighted 27 classic works that every Wall Streeter should read.

Many of these books show up time and again in lists of books recommended by the pros themselves.

Topics covered include everything from the most important principles of investing to inside stories of the worst financial crises in modern history.

"The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham

"The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century, Benjamin Graham, taught and inspired people worldwide. Graham's philosophy of "value investing"— which shields investors from substantial error and teaches them to develop long-term strategies — has made The Intelligent Investor the stock market bible ever since its original publication in 1949."

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"Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits" by Philip Fisher

"Widely respected and admired, Philip Fisher is among the most influential investors of all time. His investment philosophies, introduced almost forty years ago, are not only studied and applied by today's financiers and investors, but are also regarded by many as gospel. This book is invaluable reading and has been since it was first published in 1958."

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"The Theory of Investment Value" by John Burr Williams

"This book was first printed in 1938, having been written as a Ph.D. thesis at Harvard in 1937. Our good friend, Peter Bernstein mentioned this book several times in his excellent Capital Ideas which was published in 1992. Why the book is interesting today is that it still is important and the most authoritative work on how to value financial assets. As Peter says: 'Williams combined original theoretical concepts with enlightening and entertaining commentary based on his own experiences in the rough-and-tumble world of investment.'

"Williams' discovery was to project an estimate that offers intrinsic value and it is called the 'Dividend Discount Model' which is still used today by professional investors on the institutional side of markets."

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9 of the strangest prototypes for everyday products

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Comedian Louis C.K once said that "Everything is amazing, and nobody is happy."

Maybe that's because people lack perspective when it comes to the products they use every day.

Perhaps people would be happier with their electronics and home appliances if they knew how much innovation actually went into each item.

In that spirit, here are the humbler beginnings of some of today's everyday products.

SEE ALSO: 12 horribly designed everyday products that need to be reinvented

The earliest variation of a pedaled, two-wheeled bicycle was the penny farthing, developed in the late 19th century. It is hilariously ill-proportioned, but technically rideable.



In 1983, Apple cooked up a (nameless) prototype phone and tablet that would eventually inspire the iPhone. Of course, back in 1983 mobile phones were still in their infancy. Apple had yet to ditch the dreaded cord.



Similar to modern-day models, turn-of-the-century toasters relied on heated electric coils to produce a nice crust. This model from 1915 even features a partial casing, though it's still not enough if you ask us.



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Inside the 'Crypto Castle,' where young Bitcoin entrepreneurs party and plot the future of money

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In the brightly lit kitchen of the Crypto Castle, a three-story home in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood, young tech workers drink from Solo cups and wax poetic about Bitcoin.

"I don't think you can be in this house for two hours without being evangelized," says Jeremy Gardner, a resident and seasoned entrepreneur working on Bitcoin technologies.

His roommate, Viviane Ford, perks up. With eyes wide, she saysshe bought bitcoins within a week of moving in and calls it "the best investment I've ever made."

Bitcoin is a new kind of payment system in which people use digital currency, also called bitcoin, to buy things and send money. There are no banks. Transactions get recorded on a digital ledger called a blockchain, which allows users to stay anonymous.

Some folk buy bitcoins in the hopes that they'll go up in value. On January 2, Bitcoin reached a three-year high after its value passed $1,000, up about 140% from the beginning of 2016. Still, the currency has yet to catch on widely. The software is complicated, the risk of being hacked is great, and it's not popular enough to be practical.

But as I learned on a recent visit to the Crypto Castle, where roughly a dozen cryptocurrency entrepreneurs have called home since the Castle's founding in 2015, it's hard not to get excited about Bitcoin when you're among its biggest fans.

Here's what it's like to eat, sleep, drink, and work at the Crypto Castle.

SEE ALSO: This Silicon Valley 'smart drug' startup crashed and burned on 'Shark Tank,' but business is booming

2016 was a pretty great year for the tenants of the Crypto Castle. As the value of Bitcoin rose, they got richer, Gardner explains as he swirls a glass of liquor with his finger.



Not everyone who lives here works in the Bitcoin space, though any one could pitch you on its merits. Some entrepreneurs moved in simply because they needed a place to crash.



Ford, head of operations at self-driving car technology startup Comma, says she "lived in a legitimate closet for two weeks" before discovering the Crypto Castle.



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A closer look at the Toyota concept car that wants to be your best friend

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Toyota unveiled its latest concept car at the Consumer Electronics Show on Wednesday night — and it's designed to be your pal.

The concept car comes with an artificial intelligence assistant named Yui that can learn more about you over time. 

Scroll down for a closer look at Toyota's newest concept car:

SEE ALSO: Toyota exec: 'We are not even close' to fully self-driving cars

Concept-i is Toyota's latest concept car and shows how the company is taking a gradual approach to self-driving vehicles.



While many concept cars are built without a steering wheel to hint at a driverless future, Toyota kept the feature and built the car around the notion of having a human behind the wheel.



The clearest example of that driver focus is Yui, Toyota's artificial intelligence assistant. Toyota says Yui is capable of reading human emotions to learn more about a driver over time.



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7 facts about relationships everyone should know before getting married

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Although fewer young people are getting married today than ever before, research suggests that getting and staying married is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

As the New York Times concluded, "being married makes people happier and more satisfied with their lives than those who remain single — particularly during the most stressful periods, like midlife crises."

Drake Baer contributed to this story.

SEE ALSO: 8 ways to be happier in your relationship this year

A 2014 University of Pennsylvania study found that Americans who cohabitate or get married at age 18 have a 60% divorce rate. 

But people who waited until 23 to make either of those commitments had a divorce rate around 30%.

"All of the literature explained that the reason people who married younger were more likely to divorce was because they were not mature enough to pick appropriate partners," the Atlantic reports.



The honeymoon phase with its "high levels of passionate love" and "intense feelings of attraction and ecstasy, as well as an idealization of one's partner," doesn't last forever. 

According to a 2005 study by the University of Pavia in Italy, it lasts about a year. 



Once you start living together, you realize that you have different priorities and tolerances — like, for instance, what does or doesn't constitute a mess. 

"People have to come to terms with the reality that 'we really are different people,'"says couples therapist Ellyn Bader. "'You are different from who I thought you were or wanted you to be. We have different ideas, different feelings, different interests.'"

It's a stressful — and necessary — evolution



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The crazy life of Rodrigo Duterte — the Filipino President who claims to have thrown an enemy out of a helicopter

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Mayor Rodrigo Duterte inspects the assault rifle of Senior Inspector Ronald Dela Rosa (L) after inspecting a crime scene in the village of Tamugan in Davao city in the southern Philippines. Looking on is Davao Police Chief Isidro Lapena (2nd, R). Picture taken in 1997.

"F--- you.""Son of a b----.""I will fetch you using a helicopter... and I will throw you out."

These aren't phrases you'd usually associate with a head of state. But they are commonplace in the impassioned vitriols of President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte.

Duterte is famed for his extremely violent war on drugs in his home country, which has earned him the nicknames "Duterte Harry" and "The Punisher."Al Jazeera's most recent estimates put the drug war death toll at around 6,000.

Despite the brutality, Duterte's popularity in his home county has soared, with an independent poll taken in October last year reporting that just 11% are "dissatisfied" with his leadership.

Here, we track the foul-mouthed leader's ascent to power, through an illuminating package of Reuters photos. Scroll on to read Duterte's story.

Duterte began his political career in Davao City, located in the south of the Philippines archipelago.



Riding the same staunch, anti-drug rhetoric that has become a hallmark of his presidency, Duterte rose from the rank of Vice Mayor to Mayor — taking over in 1988. Here he is on the right.



Under Duterte's 22-year reign as mayor, strict laws were imposed banning the sale of alcohol past 1 a.m., while children must return home at 10 p.m. Many residents of the coastal city feel an immense sense of security and gratitude towards their ex-mayor. "Even at night it’s O.K. here, it’s safe," said one of the city's students.

Source: The New York Times.



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The 7 cities with the most green space around the world

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There's a global movement toward growing more trees and planning more parks in cities. But which ones have the most green space today?

To get a clearer picture, MIT partnered with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to create Treepedia, a site with interactive maps that show the density of greenery in 10 major cities around the world. The researchers used information from Google Street View to make what they call the "Green View Index," a rating that quantifies how many trees are on every street. 

The ultimate goal of Treepedia is to make make urban planning more accessible to those outside the field, MIT's Carlo Ratti said in a press release.

Check out which cities ranked highest below.

SEE ALSO: Kimbal Musk — Elon's brother — just opened a shipping container farm compound in New York City

7. Tel Aviv, Israel

Check out the interactive map of Tel Aviv



6. Boston, Massachusetts

Check out the interactive map of Boston



5. Toronto, Canada

Check out the interactive map of Toronto



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12 things you should always have in your carry-on

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•Catching a flight? Make sure you bring along a copy of your passport, travel-size toothpaste, a snack, and a rain poncho. 
•Make a checklist of things to bring along in your carry-on to avoid any mishaps or expensive airport prices. 


Need me to rush out on a last-minute travel assignment? No sweat. I always keep a few hundred bucks in ready money handy, an up-to-date passport with extra visa pages, and a carry-on kit with these essential items I never leave behind. Ever.

Eye Mask and Ear Plugs

I sleep on planes. Or try to. Sometimes, though, I need a little help. In my experience, nothing works better than an old-fashioned eye mask and foam ear plugs. They usually don’t last too long before the elastic wears out, so buy a few cheap sets like these. Optional: Add a shot of Johnny Walker on the rocks just before you’re ready for dreamland.



Extra Ear Buds

Your ear buds are crap. My ear buds are crap. Even the best ear buds, which are crap, last about as long as your average drummer for Spinal Tap. So go to the local dollar store and buy the cheapest set you can find and throw ‘em in your carry-on for future trips. Then, when your current crappy ear buds break, you’ll have an extra set ready to go. They may be crap, but at least they’re there when you need them.



Photocopy of your passport

Never lose your passport, especially in a foreign country. Your world will be turned upside down; it will be the end of any vacation fun you hoped for; and you will feel like throwing up for the next 18 hours. The solution: Don’t lose your passport! However, if you ever lose your passport (advice: don’t), you will vastly improve your chances of getting a quick(ish) replacement from the local U.S. embassy or consulate if you have a color photocopy of the first two pages—the ones with your personal details and photo—and another piece of government-issued ID, like a state driver’s license. (Read the State Department FAQ on the subject here.) One more thing to remember: don’t lose your passport.



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10 items that lose value the more you spend on them

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There's an old adage that says, "You get what you pay for."

But strangely, paying more doesn't always mean you get more.

In many product categories, you're actually better off buying the cheaper version of an item.

Depending on how you measure value, higher-priced items can actually be a big disappointment when compared against their bargain counterparts.

If you want to avoid diminishing returns on your next big purchase, we've rounded up 10 items that rarely provide a lot of added value over a certain price point.

SEE ALSO: My online business earned $67,000 in 5 days, and it was much simpler than you'd think

1. Wine

Multiple studies have found that people can't tell the difference between cheap wine and the "good stuff." The New Yorker even points out that some wines from New Jersey were almost indistinguishable from premium French wines, even though the Jersey wines cost a mere 5% of the expensive French stuff.

There's another danger in overpaying for wine: risk of spoilage. You can even get into trouble when paying a premium price for old vintages. If the wine has been stored improperly, or just happens to be past its prime, then you've shelled out hundreds for a corked bottle that doesn't taste nearly as good as the $9 bottle you could have picked up at the supermarket.



2. Audio equipment (especially audio cables)

While some people say they can pick up on minute differences in sound quality, many consumers just can't hear the difference between "audiophile"headphones and cheap headphones. Why pay more for a difference that isn't audible to you?

Let's be honest: A $39,000 speaker will give you serious luxury cred, but is it really going to give you as much "bang for your buck" as buying a new car or putting a down payment on a house?

And if speakers and headphones are bad, audio cables are an even worse culprit in the game of diminishing returns. Famous skeptic and TED Talk-giver James Randi famously offered a $1 million prize for anyone who could prove that a pair of $7,250 Pear Anjou audio cables were noticeably better than ordinary audio cables. Needless to say, the makers of those cables never did step up to earn the prize.



3. Medical care

The health care system in the U.S. is complex, and fraught with confusing complications. Unlike almost everything else that Americans buy, health care services don't come with a simple price tag, and paying a higher bill doesn't necessarily mean you're getting a higher level of care.

A recent article in The Dallas Morning News highlighted the fact that freestanding emergency room clinics often cost thousands of dollars to visit, while urgent-care center visits cost much less for the same treatment.



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The most incredible photos of the US Army in 2016

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The US Army, the largest branch of the US armed forces, had a challenging year in 2016.

With forces deployed all over the globe and ever-changing political and battlefield dynamics, the US Army depends on disciplined soldiers at all levels to maintain professionalism and to protect Americans and their interests.

Below are a selection of the best, most inspiring pictures taken by the US Army in 2016. We tried to paint a picture of the diverse, proud reality of Army life.

SEE ALSO: F-35 pilot: It's 'preposterous' to think an upgraded F-18 could do the F-35's job

The US Army consists of a huge variety of specialized commands and forces. Here a Green Beret, the Army's special forces component, surveys a vast, beautiful landscape.



Here's a classic scene: US Army soldiers doing what they do best — taking a door with overwhelming force ...



... And securing a room like nobody's business.



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10 failed TV spin-offs that should've been hits

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After much hype, "Girl Meets World" was recently canceled by Disney Channel.

An updated continuation of the hit '90s sitcom "Boy Meets World," the spin-off had a lot going for it. Not only did it air on the hit-making Disney Channel, it featured the return of several stars from the original show and started the exploration of growing up from a young girl's point of view. But for whatever reason, it didn't come together for viewers.

Though they don't always take off, spin-offs aren't necessarily a bad idea. If a show is doing well, it's logical to networks and studios that a related series would be a draw for viewers.

But despite the research and talent involved, creating a hit isn't always so predictable, to the chagrin of executives.

The TV graveyard is full of failed spin-offs that should've been hits. And for every "Better Call Saul" that's chugging along fine, there are many spin-offs that never capture anything close to the glory of their predecessors.

Here's a look at 10 other failed TV spin-offs that really should've done better:

SEE ALSO: Here's when all your favorite TV shows are coming back this year

DON'T MISS: The 10 best TV shows of 2016, ranked

"Joey" (NBC spin-off of "Friends")

So "Friends" is one of the most-watched shows of all time, and it's coming to an end after 10 seasons. NBC needs to keep the heat going and decides to create a new series featuring Joey (Matt LeBlanc). It would follow him to LA as he worked on his acting career. Sounds like a solid plan, right?

But fans apparently didn't care about Joey without his friends. The show survived its first season, but was canceled midway through its second season with lowered ratings. The remaining episodes would go unaired.



"The Apprentice: Martha Stewart" (NBC spin-off of "The Apprentice")

It was 2005 and Donald Trump's "The Apprentice" was averaging 16 million viewers a week. NBC saw an opportunity in a spin-off with domestic diva Martha Stewart. The show, which was shot while Stewart was on house arrest for white-collar crime, didn't catch on with viewers and was canceled by NBC after its first season.



"Caprica" (Syfy spin-off of "Battlestar Galactica")

The love for "Battlestar Galactica" didn't end when the show did in 2009 (the remake, not the original 1978 series). Sadly, there wasn't as much interest in the prequel spin-off "Caprica" when it aired in 2010. As a result of low ratings, Syfy pulled the show with five episodes yet to air.



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JPMorgan's complete guide to everything happening in the markets

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2017 promises to be an exciting year for markets, with Donald Trump set to move into the White House in a couple of weeks.

Markets, it seems, expect him to make sweeping changes to policy, but there is considerable doubt whether the euphoria will last long.

A bunch of risks from 2016 carry over into 2017, though, including currency and debt worries in China and lackluster growth in the US and Europe.

JPMorgan provides a guide to make sense of all these and more as we travel through the first quarter of 2017.

Thanks to JPMorgan Asset Management for giving us permission to feature this presentation.







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We bought and sold bitcoin — here's how it works

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A year and a half ago, the idea of buying the virtual currency bitcoin was laughable. After a rapid rise in value in 2013, the cryptocurrency's value more than halved by mid-2015.

At its lowest point, one bitcoin was equal to about $230.

These days, bitcoin has made a comeback— it recently rallied to over $1,000 before fluctuating wildly.

But given the currency's covert nature, the average person still may not understand how buying and selling actually works.

Using the app Coinbase, which lets anyone trade bitcoins for a small fee, we decided to find out.

A brief warning: If you're going to do this, tell your bank you're about to buy bitcoin. More on that later.

SEE ALSO: Bitcoin is trying to make a comeback

This is what the Coinbase app looks like on an iPhone.



When you first open the app, you're presented with the latest price of bitcoin and its change within a certain period. You can see in the chart below how wild the latest moves have been.



I happen to be one of the many who have never traded bitcoin before. There's a certain level of wariness in buying into the cryptocurrency world.



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Here's how much people earn 10 years after attending the 25 best colleges in America

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Business Insider recently released its annual ranking of the 50 best colleges in America, emphasizing metrics like graduation rate, student-life experience, and post-graduation salary. 

Our top 25 schools feature a lot of familiar institutions — Princeton, Harvard, Stanford, and MIT all make the cut. But of the best schools in the country, whose graduates earn the most money after getting established in their careers?

To find out, Business Insider reranked its top 25 colleges by median graduate salary 10 years after enrolling, using data from the Department of Education's College Scorecard.

MIT, the sixth best college in America, grabbed the top spot — its graduates command a median salary of $91,600 a decade after enrolling.

Keep reading to find out how much people earn 10 years after enrolling in the top 25 colleges in America.

SEE ALSO: The 50 best colleges in America

DON'T MISS: Why Princeton is the best college in the US

25. Bowdoin College

Location: Brunswick, Maine

Median salary 10 years after enrolling: $54,800

Ranked 21st best college in America. 

At Bowdoin College, the second-ranked liberal-arts school on our list, first-year students can choose from 35 first-year seminars and are required to take a course in each of five general subject areas. As for postgraduation, Bowdoin's 1,500-member alumni Career Advisory Network helps prepare students for their future careers.



24. University of Michigan at Ann Arbor

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan

Median salary 10 years after enrolling: $57,900

Ranked 12th best college in America. 

Known for a stellar undergraduate business school, the University of Michigan counts business, psychology, and economics as its most popular majors. UM also reports that about half of all students who received a bachelor's degree go on to pursue a master's within four years of graduation. The school's notable alumni include New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Google cofounder Larry Page.



23. University of Virginia

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

Median salary 10 years after enrolling: $58,600

Ranked ninth best college in America. 

The highest-ranked public school on our list, the University of Virginia was founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819. UVA first-year students can choose from four undergraduate schools: arts and sciences, architecture, engineering, or nursing. UVA also has a "work hard, play hard" mentality. The university boasts more than 600 student clubs and 25 varsity sports.



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15 essential terms every budding watch collector should know

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For beginners, the world of watches can be a mysterious and intimidating place.

But before you even start wading through the millions of quality watches for sale today, the first hurdle is knowing what you're talking about. Let us help with that.

We've rounded up 15 of the most common watch-specific terms. If you're looking to build a watch collection, we recommend bookmarking this.

SEE ALSO: Why every guy should absolutely wear a watch every single day

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Anthony Bourdain reveals his favorite places to eat in New York City

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AUSTIN - MARCH 14, 2016: TV personality, writer, and entrepreneur Anthony Bourdain talks at a SXSW event in Austin, Texas.There are a lot of people we'd take a restaurant recommendation from, but Anthony Bourdain tops the list.

Not only has the man traveled around the world enjoying meals in some of the best restaurants, but he's also got a great habit of finding the downright delicious in unexpected spots.

Bourdain shared his favorite New York City restaurants with The Daily Beast, and his top five are a mix of casual city institutions and high-end eateries that deserve a coveted spot on your “must-eat” list.

Shake Shack

Danny Meyer's first restaurant endeavor has captured the hearts of burger fans around the world—Bourdain included. In the interview with The Daily Beast, he shares the extent of his admiration.

“Chances are, the first thing I’m doing when I get back if I’ve been away for 12 days—I’m exhausted, I’ve flown from Japan or South America and I arrive at my apartment and I’m just destroyed—I’m calling Seamless to get me some Shake Shack.”



Russ & Daughters

Bourdain's order at this New York City hotspot is a true dream: bialys, smoked salmon, chopped liver, cream cheese, fish eggs, and sturgeon. Yum.

 



Mission Chinese Food

Bourdain heads to this Sichuan restaurant for one thing, and one thing only: fun.

“At Mission Chinese I drink cocktails with food,“ he said. “My judgment is destroyed by the time the appetizers arrive there. They do these lethal drinks that you would never in your right mind drink in any other circumstance. Mai Tais, really? Why not?"

 



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26 photos that show how Selena Gomez's style has evolved through the years

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This coming May, it'll be 10 years since Selena Gomez made her first red carpet debut. The star of "Wizards of Waverly Place" made her rounds as a future Disney Channel star, which meant her style was mostly restricted to cute and kiddish fashions.

Fast forward 10 years and you'd never guess that the same pre-teen wearing sneakers and cropped vests would have earned a spot on Vogue's prestigious 2016 MET Gala: Best Dressed list.

After taking some time to herself in 2016, Gomez came back better (and better dressed) than ever. As a beloved celebrity with some of the most-liked photos on Instagram, she decided that there'd be no better time to revamp her style. She hired Hollywood's number one stylist, Kate Young, and the rest is history.

Here are 26 photos that show just how far she's come: 

Here's Selena Gomez at one of her first-ever red carpet events: the 2007 World Magic Awards.



The self-proclaimed "scene" teen often wore jeans and kicks both on and off the carpet. Even for big premieres like Walt Disney's "Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End."



The Disney Channel star kept true to the company's look with modest coverage and low heels at the premiere of Disney Channel's "High School Musical 2."



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12 books to read this year if you want to get rich

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The wealthiest, most successful people bury themselves in books. They commit to self-education long after they've finished school.

To help make 2017 a prosperous year, we've highlighted 12 of our favorite personal-finance books — one for each month — from century-old classics to hot new releases.

No guarantees you'll get rich, but it can't hurt to kick off the new year with one of these gems.

Kathleen Elkins contributed to a previous version of this article.

SEE ALSO: The 2 biggest money mistakes 30-somethings make

DON'T MISS: Here's how much you should be investing by your 30s, according to former Wall Street executive Sallie Krawcheck

'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill

Prompted by legendary businessman Andrew Carnegie, who turned a few nickels and dimes into a fortune, journalist Napoleon Hill researched more than 500 self-made millionaires over 20 years before releasing his 1937 best-seller "Think and Grow Rich."

He boils down the "secret" to building wealth into 13 principles and reveals "major causes of failure" that hold many of us back from getting rich.

There is no mention of "money,""wealth,""finances," or "stocks" within Hill's text. He takes a different approach, focusing on breaking down the psychological barriers that prevent many of us from attaining our own fortunes.

FIND IT HERE »



'Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers' by Timothy Ferriss

Author Tim Ferriss of "The 4-Hour Workweek" fame is back with "Tools of Titans," a new book packed full of the secrets to success he's gleaned from experts and applied to his own life. 

The book distills Ferriss' favorite lessons from more than 200 interviews he's conducted with a wide range of highly successful people, ranging from Navy SEALs to billionaire entrepreneurs. 

What better way to get rich than to study and replicate the habits of those who have already done it

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'The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness' by Dave Ramsey

If you're looking for a true financial tune-up, financial guru Dave Ramsey's best-seller will do the trick. Ramsey doesn't shower his readers with quick fixes in "The Total Money Makeover." He provides a bold approach to finance matters and gets to the bottom of money problems: you.

Along the way, he debunks many money myths and attacks the idea of the American Dream.

Several success stories back up Ramsey's simple, no-nonsense approach, including a couple who paid off $110,000 of debt in two years and a family that got into $109,000 of credit-card debt while earning six figures ... and then paid it off in four years.

FIND IT HERE »



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12 new books to help you build wealth and get more done in 2017

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If your New Year's resolutions include building wealth, becoming more productive, or making the most of your career (or side hustle), there are hundreds of books willing to guide you, many of which debuted just last year.

Business Insider asked Chris Schluep, a senior Amazon Books editor, to compile a list of the best money books of 2016. Schluep's picks are packed with advice from experts, ranging from a billionaire's memoir to the story of the entertainment industry's most powerful agency. 

Whether you're aiming to grow richer or develop better money habits, get a head start on your 2017 goals with 12 of best money and productivity books from the past year. 

SEE ALSO: 12 books to read this year if you want to get rich

DON'T MISS: The 9 most interesting words I learned in 2016

'Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike' by Phil Knight

Release date: April 26, 2016

Schluep says: Phil Knight borrowed fifty dollars from his father after business school and launched an empire. But there's much more than just a business story in this surprisingly candid memoir.

Amazon says: In this candid and riveting memoir, for the first time ever, Nike founder and board chairman Phil Knight shares the inside story of the company's early days as an intrepid start-up and its evolution into one of the world's most iconic, game-changing, and profitable brands.



'Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance' by Angela Duckworth

Release date: May 3, 2016

Schluep says: We all want to have it. Angela Duckworth has been studying it for decades, and lays out how so much of success is a product of passion and perseverance.

Amazon says: In this instant New York Times bestseller, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed — be it parents, students, educators, athletes, or business people — that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls "grit."



'Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived Joyful Life' by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans

Release date: September 20, 2016

Schluep says: Teachers of one of the most popular courses at Stanford (the course has the same name as the book), Burnett and Evans illustrate how you can use the same thinking that has gone into some of your favorite products to design a better life for yourself.

Amazon says: In this book, Bill Burnett and Dave Evans show us how design thinking can help us create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling, regardless of who or where we are, what we do or have done for a living, or how young or old we are. The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life, a life of fulfillment and joy, constantly creative and productive, one that always holds the possibility of surprise.



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29 eerie photos that show just how polluted China's air has become

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People ride during heavy smog in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province.

Although no one knows the exact amount of carbon that China emits each year, it's a well-known fact that the country has some of the most polluted air in the world. This Wednesday, Beijing went under a "red alert" for smog — the highest of four tiers — and a "yellow alert" for fog. 

In December, pollution so bad that some called it the "airpocalypse" caused a halt of everyday life in Beijing. Cars couldn't be driven, planes were grounded, and schools had to be temporarily closed.  

But Beijing isn't the only city affected. The cold winter months often cause air pollution levels to rise throughout much of China, as more homes are burning coal for heat.

Below, see 29 photos that show China among the smog.

Jack Sommer and Cyrus Engineer contributed reporting to a previous version of this article.

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An aerial photo taken during a polluted day in Shenyang, Liaoning province.



Two people ride during heavy smog in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province.



A tree sits between two buildings that tower through the thick smog in Jinan, Shandong province.



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