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The 33 richest people on earth

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The Sunday Times just dropped its highly anticipated Sunday Times Rich List, which ranks the wealthiest people in Britain, as well as the rest of the world.

Data from the list shows that it is actually entrepreneurs and self-made business people who dominate the top spots — not just mainly those with inherited wealth.

While, of course, there are families that keep passing their companies and wealth down in the family, such as the owners of Koch Industries, Walmart, and even the L'Oreal cosmetics empire, there are an increasing amount of self-made billionaires from across the globe. 

Most of these self-made people are in the tech industry, such as China's Jack Ma of Alibaba and Mark Zuckerberg from Facebook.

Check out who are the wealthiest people on earth:

33. Alain & Gerard Wertheimer: Net worth — £18.9 billion ($24.5 billion). The brothers (pictured here with the Queen), own and control the House of Chanel perfume company.



32. Samuel and Donald Newhouse: Net worth — £19.9 billion ($25. 8 billion). The brothers are heirs to Advance Publications, a multimillion-dollar publishing and broadcasting empire which includes The New Yorker and Vogue.



31. Ma Huateng (Pony Ma): Net worth — £20.1 billion ($26.09 billion). The Chinese internet entrepreneur is the founder, president, CEO and executive board member of Tencent. Tencent is a holding company for subsidiaries that provide everything from online advertising, media, entertainment, and payment systems.



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There are 5 major services that let you stream live TV over the internet — here's how they compare

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Everyone in the tech industry wants your eyeballs. More specifically, a growing number of tech companies want to attract the millions who have ditched cable for services that stream live TV channels over the internet.

Hulu's flashy new service is the latest to jump into the fray, while YouTube is just coming off the launch of its YouTube TV platform. Sony, Dish Network, and AT&T, meanwhile, have been fighting it out for months now.

But since this is the TV industry in America, figuring out what's what is complicated. So to help you see which, if any, make sense for you, we've broken down the big five live-TV streaming services you can choose from today: PlayStation Vue, Sling TV, DirecTV Now, YouTube TV, and Hulu with Live TV.

Let's dig into the fine print:

SEE ALSO: Here's how the 'unlimited' plans from Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile compare

But first, a quick note on what these services are not.

As we've notedbefore, none of the existing live-TV services are solving the cord-cutter's conundrum — that is, getting the shows you want, on time, whenever and wherever you want, without paying more than you have to for channels you'll never watch.

In other words, they still look a lot like cable packages; they're just smaller cable packages, delivered over the internet, with slightly lower starting prices.

There are other issues. The on-demand selection is similar in every service, and almost exactly like what you'd get with a cable subscription. In most cases, on-demand and live content still feel stuck in separate silos. They all have gaps in channel selection. (This excellent CNET list has a full breakdown.) And most significantly, they've all had bugs and technical issues.

Today, if you're looking for cable, you should just buy cable. It's reliable.



That said, here's what you do get.

Though all of these services can have their technical hiccups, they're not unusable. All of their interfaces are clean and easy enough to navigate.

And when they work, they have value for those who can't quit the cord. They cover gaps that a hodgepodge of Netflix, Hulu, and insular streaming services can't — most notably with sports, and, well, watching popular shows as they air. Plus, they are more affordable than cable.

As more cords are cut, they should make more sense. And even if they don't take a wrecking ball to the TV industry's current power structure, they should improve. 



Sling TV

1. How much does it cost?

$20 a month for the base Sling Orange package, or $25 a month for a Sling Blue package with more channels.

For $40 a month, you can buy the Orange and Blue packages together, but the two do not totally overlap in terms of channel selection. (Hold that thought.)

From there, you can tack on a bunch of smaller specialized bundles of channels for between $5 and $15 a month per bundle. There are way too many to list here, so you should have a look at Sling’s service page.

2. How many channels does it have?

Sling Orange has 30 channels. Sling Blue has a little more than 40 channels depending on where you live, but its lineup doesn't include everything in Sling Orange.

The add-on bundles can incorporate a few dozen more channels, but those vary wildly in terms of popularity. The likes of MTV, Starz, and Showtime are very much popular; other networks, like the Outdoor Channel, are more niche. 

3. Which major channels are not included?

CBS is absent. ABC is there, but only for some markets; it also costs an extra $5 a month. For the kids, there's no main Nickelodeon channel.

Also, while Sling does carry Fox and NBC, they're only included in the Sling Blue package. And again, they aren't available in every market. Check that you're covered before you buy.



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Take a look inside New York City's century-old subway system that more than 6 million riders use a day and that desperately needs an upgrade

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New York City's subway system is one of the oldest metro systems in the world, and it's come a long way since its opening in 1904.

In the past 100+ years, ridership on New York City's subway system has grown to about six million daily riders, and commuters can now get on and off at 472 stations throughout the four boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.

But in one significant way, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's (MTA) subway system has stood frozen in time, and it's causing major headaches for commuters.

The MTA reports that delays have more than doubled over the last five years, and, according to The New York Times, signal problems account for about 13% of all subway delays and are the second most common reason for weekday delays, after overcrowding.

Part of the problem is that the MTA subway system still operates using an antiquated signaling system called block signaling, which only allows MTA employees to see an imprecise location of where a train might be, and much of the technology that operates the trains is more than 100 years old.

While there is a plan in place to upgrade the signal system to a communications-based train control (CBTC) signaling system — a modern, computerized system that would reduce the space in between cars and allow trains to be stopped automatically — the upgrades can't come soon enough for many commuters.

And, unfortunately, due in large part to a lack of funding and the logistical nightmare it will cause to make these upgrades, at the rate things are going, New York City commuters may have to wait half a century to see the entire subway system upgraded, The New York Times reports.

Here's a look inside the outdated system that commuters will have to live with in the meantime:

Graham Rapier contributed to a previous version of this article.

SEE ALSO: 13 pictures reveal what it was like to ride the New York City subways in the 1970s

SEE ALSO: New York's subway system is so old that many of its parts are no longer manufactured

"In our system, it's not just the architecture that’s 100 years old," says Wynton Habersham, vice president and chief officer of subway delivery. "It's a lot of the basic technology as well. The infrastructure is old."

Source: The State of New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority



Here, at the West 4th Street control tower, MTA employees log train movements by hand ...



And use antiquated equipment to announce where they are.

Source: The State of New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority



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We ranked McDonald's All Day Breakfast menu from worst to best — here's the verdict

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When McDonald's rolled out All Day Breakfast, fast-food fans the world over rejoiced. 

And now that we have it, a question emerges: what to order?

It's a fairly stacked menu, ranging from pancakes to sandwiches to health-oriented snacks. But not all of it is worth the effort.

We've rounded up the menu choices and ranked them from best to worst to find out what to order and what to skip.

 

 

SEE ALSO: We went to Costco's food court — it was one of the best fast food experiences we've ever had

ALSO READ: How to order the right way at Chick-fil-A

There's a fair amount to choose from as part of a (maybe not so) healthy All Day Breakfast.

Here's the ranking, starting with the bottom:



12. Sausage McMuffin

I’m really just caught wondering why this is necessary. The McMuffin needs egg. At best it's a fake burger. The harmony of textures that makes the McMuffin great is completely thrown off here — as if Wilson Phillips had no Phillips. 



11. Fruit and maple oatmeal

Sweet, mushy, heavy on fruit chunks. I can’t taste the maple distinctly; there’s just a vague sweetness throughout. The crisp apple cubes add a nice textural contrast to the glop, but this isn’t all that appetizing. It’s not “bad”, but it’s not “good”.

Assuming Goldilocks’ picky palate leans to the boring side, she’d probably choose this one. 



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This $200 ring is so subtle, no one will know you're wearing a fitness tracker

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There are two main problems with modern fitness trackers: they constantly need to be charged, and they look obvious and ugly on your wrist. 

But a new device called the Motiv ring is solving both of those problems. The ring is designed to be worn on your hand 24 hours a day, and its charge lasts for up to five days. When it does need to be charged, it just sits on a small charger you can attach to your keychain. 

The Motiv ring is a heart rate sensor, fitness tracker, and sleep tracker, and it's about the size of a wedding band. Motiv has been working on the ring for the past five years to make it as small and slim as possible while still counting your steps, tracking your runs, and helping you get a sound sleep. 

The ring costs $199 and will begin shipping this summer. Here's how it works. 

SEE ALSO: This strange-looking device sticks to your neck to help you de-stress and sleep better

The Motiv ring is meant to be worn all day, every day. It has on-board memory for up to five days, so you don't have to be tethered to your phone in order for the ring to work.



It comes in two colors: Slate gray...



...and rose gold.



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One of the world's best restaurants opened a temporary pop-up in the Mexican jungle — here's what it's like to eat there

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Denmark's renowned restaurant Noma, which owned a top spot on the list of "The World's 50 Best" for years, has opened a temporary outpost in Mexico. 

Head chef René Redzepi is know for his love of foraging. He closed the main Noma restaurant in Copenhagen in February 2017 and announced plans to re-open it as an urban farm later in the year. Noma had earned two stars in the prestigious Michelin guide. 

In the interim, Redzepi has headed out to Tulum, on the Caribbean coast of Mexico, to set up a restaurant for seven weeks.

Here's what it's like to eat there:

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The new Noma location is on the edge of the jungle in Tulum, a resort town overlooking the Caribbean in Mexico.

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It's an outdoor, open-air restaurant.

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Chef René Redzepi describes Mexico as being a very sentimental place for him. "I consider it to be my adopted home, one filled with almost a decade of cherished memories from vacations with my family. The place that I dream about," he said on the Noma website.

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The CDC mapped out where people with cancer live in the US — here's what it found

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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the US, accounting for one in four deaths in Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Over the last few decades, cancer death rates have been falling, with the exception of a few key types of cancer: liver, pancreatic, and endometrial cancer. 

To get a better look at the incidence of cancer and cancer death rates across the US, the CDC mapped out the data on a state-by-state level. Here's what they found.

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This map looks at the rate of new cancer cases by state per 100,000 people. This is specifically looking at 2013, which is the most recent year available. The darker the color, the higher the rate.



The CDC was also able to capture the rates of cancer deaths in the US per 100,000 people. "Cancer counts and rates are essential to measuring progress and targeting action toward this major cause of death among Americans," the CDC said.

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The data shows that Kentucky has the overall highest rate of cancer deaths (199.3 deaths per 100,000 people), while Utah has the lowest rate (127.9 deaths per 100,000 people).

Source: CDC



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Walmart is trying to crush Amazon with better deals — here's who's winning the price war (AMZN, WMT)

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Walmart is going after Amazon in a race to offer the lowest prices.

The brick-and-mortar retail giant has been on a shopping spree over the past year to ramp up its e-commerce business, acquiring Shoebuy, Moosejaw, Modcloth, and, most notably, Jet.com, for which it paid $3 billion last year.

Walmart, along with its subsidiary Jet, is taking direct aim at Amazon's booming e-commerce dominance that's putting many traditional retailers out of business.

All this competition, in theory, should be good news for shoppers.

But which online retailer is cheapest? To find out, we did a price check on 25 matching products on Amazon.com, Jet.com, and Walmart.com.

Amazon was the cheapest overall. The 25 products in total were $423.94 cheaper than on Jet and $161.05 cheaper than on Walmart.

Jet tended to have a price advantage with household products, while Amazon had generally cheaper higher-value items such as electronics. The biggest price difference, which significantly affected the totals, was for an LG smart HD TV.

Prices don't include shipping fees, which vary across the sites. Walmart, Jet, and Amazon all offer free shipping on orders of more than $35.

Jet.com

Here's the price breakdown:

Heinz tomato ketchup squeeze bottle (32 ounces)

Jet: $3.17

Amazon: $2.88

Walmart: $2.88



Tostitos, original restaurant style (13 ounces)

Jet: $4.99

Amazon: $2.99

Walmart: $2.98



Oreo sandwich cookies, chocolate (14.3 ounces)

Jet: $3.13

Amazon: $2.99

Walmart: $2.98



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Learn any of these 16 programming languages and you'll always have a job

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"Software is eating the world," venture capitalist Marc Andreessen famously declared.

Someone has to write that software. Why not you?

There are thousands of programming languages, but some are far more popular than others.

When a company goes out to find new programming talent, they're looking for people familiar with the languages and systems they already use — even as relatively newer languages like Apple Swift or Google Go start to make a splash.

Here are the programming languages you should learn if you always want to have a job, as suggested by the popular TIOBE Index, the Redmonk Programming Language Rankings, and the annual Stack Overflow developer survey.

SEE ALSO: 33 photos of Google's rise from a Stanford dorm room to world domination

Java: Originally invented in 1991 as a programming language for smart televisions, Oracle's Java is still the most popular language in the world — a position solidified by the fact that Java is crucial to Android app development and lots of business software.

 



C: One of the oldest programming languages still in common use, C was created in the early 1970s. In 1978, the language's legendary and still widely read manual, the 800-page "The C Programming Language," saw print for the first time.



Python: This language traces back to 1989, and is loved by its fans for its highly readable code. Many programmers suggest it's the easiest language to get started with.



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We tried 8 of the best burritos in San Francisco — here's the champion

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San Franciscans obsess about burritos the way New Yorkers fawn over pizza and bagels.

I recently set out to find the best very burrito in the City by the Bay.

For this list, I analyzed noteworthy burrito rankings from Zagat, FiveThirtyEight, Thrillist, Yelp, FourSquare, The Daily Meal, and local blog SFist. A burrito that placed on three or more rankings made my list of establishments to try. I ordered the closest thing to a "regular" burrito at each restaurant (a "super" burrito gets you cheese, sour cream, and guacamole or sliced avocado for a few bucks more) and picked whatever meat option sounded good to me.

This was not a data-driven review, as FiveThirtyEight did masterfully with its nationwide burrito bracket in 2014. But I listened to my gut. Here are the results.

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San Francisco may not have invented the burrito, but it arguably perfected it.

The burrito was born on the farmlands of Mexico in the 19th century, where workers brought their lunches of beans and salsa in corn tortillas. Over the next 100 years, the gut-busting food made its way north to a Latin neighborhood of San Francisco known as the Mission.

Local restaurateurs riffed on the Mexican food staple, adding extra rice and other ingredients. The burrito got bigger. Its low cost caused it to take off.

Today, you can find what's called the Mission-style burrito in dozens of San Francisco taquerias, as well as over 2,000 Chipotle locations worldwide.



After rounding up a list of the best burritos in San Francisco, I headed to the Mission (and South of Market for one special burrito that made the cut) to find the definitive best.

Here are all the taquerias I visited.



Taqueria Pancho Villa – 3071 16th Street, San Francisco, CA



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Here are all your favorite TV shows that are coming back for another season

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13 Reasons WhyIt's about that time when television networks decide which shows have to go and which get another round. The pilot shows are being reviewed, and announcements will trickle in over the next few weeks.

And while the people behind the shows are awaiting the networks' decisions, viewers are also feeling the tension. Will your favorite show head to the TV graveyard or get another year of life?

Exhale. That question has been answered for many of your favorite shows. Business Insider has compiled an exhaustive list of the shows that have already been renewed for another season and will air during the 2017-2018 TV seasons.

The following list includes all the scripted shows that the broadcast networks have ordered for another year and a selection of the most popular scripted offerings on the cable and streaming networks.

Here are your favorite shows getting another season:

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"13 Reasons Why" (Netflix)



"The 100" season five (The CW)



"A Series of Unfortunate Events" season two (Netflix)



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The American Confederacy is still alive in a small Brazilian city called Americana

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When the American Confederacy lost the Civil War in May 1865, 10,000 Southerners fled the US for a small city in Brazil, where they could rebuild their lives and carry on their traditions.

Now, 150 years later, their story has been seemingly erased from the history books.

But deep in the heart of Brazil, descendants of these confederate expats gather annually to celebrate their controversial history and maintain their traditions and culture. In 2015, Vice's Mimi Dwyer attended the festival and revealed what life is like in the city called Americana.

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Each year, the small Brazilian city of Americana throws a huge celebration to commemorate the 10,000 Confederates who fled the American South after their side lost the Civil War.



They settled in Americana in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, which remains a sort of enclave for the long-dead expats' descendants.



The photos can cause discomfort, as they are a reminder of the events that led to the Civil War. But for the 2,000 Brazilians in attendance, the American South is part of their heritage.



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Uber's bad year: The stunning string of blows that continue to upend the world's most valuable startup

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Uber was already off to a bad start in 2017, but the year is getting worse by the day for the $69 billion ride-hailing company.

In January, Uber lost more than 200,000 customers in a single weekend after the #DeleteUber movement led to a fury of account deletions by customers upset about its ties to President Trump.

But that was just a prelude to Uber's no-good, very bad month. During the roughly 30-day period of mid-February to mid-March, the company was pummeled by a seemingly never-ending barrage of bad news, with a new crisis almost every day. And it's barely slowed down since then.

Here's everything that's happened to Uber since things took a turn for the worse in February:

SEE ALSO: Travis Kalanick is Uber's biggest asset, and now its biggest liability

Sunday February 19: The beginning

Susan Fowler starts it all with her reflections on "one very, very strange year at Uber." Fowler, a former engineer at the company, alleged in a blog post that she was sexually harassed at Uber and experienced gender bias during her time at the company. She claimed that one manager propositioned her and asked for sex, but her complaints to HR were dismissed because the manager was a high performer. She said Uber continued to ignore her complaints to HR, and then her manager threatened to fire her for reporting things to HR.

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick immediately pledges to look into Fowler's investigations, and hires former US Attorney General Eric Holder to lead the investigation. Kalanick responded within hours of publication to say Fowler's account was "abhorrent & against everything we believe in." Uber hires Eric Holder, former US attorney general, to lead an independent investigation into it.



Wednesday February 22: Cocaine and groping

The New York Times publishes a bombshell report that suggests Fowler's claims were not isolated. Employees did cocaine during a company retreat and a manager had to be fired after groping multiple women, according to the report. Former employees said they'd notified Uber's leadership, including Kalanick and CTO Thuan Pham, of the workplace harassment.



Thursday February 23: Investor betrayal and accusations of stolen technology

Uber investors, Freada and Mitch Kapor, blasted the company for failing to change. In an open letter to Uber's investors and board, the Kapors said Uber has ignored the behind-the-scenes work that some of its investors have tried to do for years to change the company culture. "We are speaking up now because we are disappointed and frustrated; we feel we have hit a dead end in trying to influence the company quietly from the inside," the Kapors wrote.

Google, another Uber investor, sued the company for intellectual property theft. In an explosive lawsuit, the Google self-driving-car group, now known as Waymo, accused Uber of using stolen technology to advance its own autonomous-car development. The suit, filed in the US District Court in San Francisco, claimed that a team of ex-Google engineers stole the company's design for the lidar laser sensor that allows self-driving cars to map the environment around them.



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9 unexpected factors that impact whether your kid succeeds in school

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Kids are under a lot of pressure to make the most of their education.

And while good teachers and healthy study habits no doubt help kids get better grades, so do a slew of factors out of students' control.

Boosts can come from something as simple, yet vital, as a clean pair of clothes; or instilling in kids a mindset that tilts toward growth instead of rigidity.

Here are some of the more unexpected things that help students succeed.

SEE ALSO: A former Stanford dean reveals the keys to successful parenting

1. How "gritty" they are

We say some people are "mentally tough" or "gritty" as if these were mere personality traits. But UPenn psychologist Angela Duckworth has found that stick-with-it quality to be vitally important in accomplishing goals.

Duckworth's research has found the kids who do the best in life learn how to cultivate this skill of resilience.

In short, they know how to get back up after they fail.



2. Their attitude about themselves

Duckworth's research is grounded in a larger mindset that parents can teach their kids, which comes from noted psychologist Carol Dweck.

Dweck found that high-achievement stemmed from "growth" mindsets, not "fixed" mindsets. Kids who learned to see themselves as capable of change — of growthexcelled far beyond those who saw themselves as inherently incompetent.

In school, this means learning from a bad grade for next time, not taking it as a sign of ominous things to come.



3. If they go to summer camp

Summer camp appears to offer two unique benefits to students at different stages in life, according to research.

The first comes in camp's ability to keep students engaged. Sociologists observe a "summer setback" among kids who spend their off-months at home, but a retention of learned knowledge among kids who stay active.

Other research has found the social lessons taught at sleepaway camps can make college a much easier adjustment later in life.



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11 life-hack gadgets that will make your workspace more comfortable and organized

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b20160926_small_swsIf you're anything like the average American, you're going to spend the majority of your time working or doing related activities.

So having a workspace that makes you feel comfortable, in control, and relaxed is not only an important key to productivity but also to maintaining a high level of happiness.

Below are 11 things that will make your space more comfortable. Some of them are items we've already covered and love, like a tiny humidifier, YETI mug, portable Anker charger, Status Audio headphones, and the Moleskine innovative smart writing set, and others are notable for rave reviews from other users.

If you're looking for a way to make your time at work more enjoyable or at the very least comfortable, you might be interested in introducing one of the following into your workspace.

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A plant that won't take over your desk

There's ample research to suggest that nature makes us happier and even contributes to positive physical benefits. So any plant in your viewpoint for about eight hours of your day will likely contribute to a happier you. 

These mini planter pots are made out of ceramic materials and won't look either childish or overwhelming sitting on your desk. Succulents are a good choice for the workplace because they require little effort (ie. are unlikely to die over a long weekend), and don't have long climbing vines that will wind up bothering your neighbor.

It's nice to have some life to look at when you're indoors for the lion's share of your day, but you don't want to create extra work for yourself, either.

T4U 2.5 Inch Ceramic Flowing Glazed Succulent Plant Pot, $6.93

 



A tiny and silent humidifier

This little guy has over 13,500 reviews on Amazon and a strong 4.6-star rating for a reason. Though it's pretty tiny, which is good for a crowded desk, this humidifier is exceptionally effective and versatile. It'll add moisture to the air and keep your skin from drying out and colds from developing.

If you don't want to decide what the whole office will smell like, you can use it as just a humidifier, and there's an easy measuring cup to use for refills so you don't have to unplug and uproot every time like other humidifiers. And in case you like as little noise as possible in order to concentrate, there's a whisper-quiet function that won't emit any noise.

If you'd like to know more, you can read our review here.

URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser and Humidifier, $17.95



A coffee mug that will keep your drinks hot or cold for hours at a time

There's nothing that can improve your mood quite like a consistently, dependably hot cup of coffee when you're working hard. Whether it's used for your commute to the office or at your desk, this coffee tumbler is made out of stainless steel and was engineered to survive the wild — which makes it perfect for the rougher mornings. I received one as a gift from a friend, and I use it religiously

YETI Rambler 20 oz Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler, $29.99 on Amazon and YETI 



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There are only 3 McDonald's locations in the US that serve pizza — here's what it's like to visit (MCD)

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The McPizza holds a legendary place in McDonald's lore.

Though pizza was a national menu item at the fast food chain in the 1980s and '90s, most locations of the fast-food chain have stopped serving it since. 

But at three fast-food locations in the US, the mythical McDonald's pizza is not just a memory. Instead, it's a real menu item that you can still order today. 

A McDonald's franchisee has stayed strong and kept pizza on the menu at two locations in Ohio and West Virginia, reports Canada.com. And, one McDonald's in Florida actually added pizza to the menu in 2016. 

If you don't feel up to a road trip to taste test modern takes on the fabled McPizza, here's what it's like to visit one of the few McDonald's locations that still has pizza on the menu. 

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The McDonald's in Pomeroy, Ohio has it all: burger and fries, 24-hour drive thru service, and, of course, pizza.

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The location serves both personal and family-sized pies.

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The Tesla Model 3 and the Chevy Bolt have completely different designs (GM, TSLA)

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The Tesla Model 3 and the Chevy Bolt are both long-range, all-electric cars for the people — each is about $35,000 to $37,000 before tax credits — but they embody very different design philosophies.

The Model 3, expected to launch later this year, is the handiwork of Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen. When it was unveiled in March 2016, it set a slightly new direction for the carmaker. The front fascia, for example, lacked any conventional automotive cues, such as a grille — an unnecessary element, of course, because Teslas don't need to inhale air to burn gasoline.

The Tesla Model S and Model X would adopt this new language. In any case, the Model 3 continued Tesla's tradition of making its cars look sleek, fast, and sexy. The Model 3 might be for the mass market, but it evokes the luxury EVs that Tesla is selling.

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The Bolt is something else altogether: an electric car that aims for practicality over sex appeal, while still serving up some tasty performance. (You can read our review here.) Designer Stuart Norris and the South Korea-based studio made sure the Bolt was roomy inside and provided good cargo capacity.

The Bolt looks much more like an everyday five-door hatchback. In this sense, it's a throwback to some earlier ideas about alternative-fuel vehicles. Think of the Toyota Prius when it arrived — nobody would have called it beautiful. Its appearance advertised its virtue.

It's sexy versus sensible, then, when you put the Bolt and the Model 3 side by side. (By the way, we're talking about the preproduction version of the Model 3. The real deal won't enter our field of vision for a few more months.)

Here's an annotated examination of both vehicles.

SEE ALSO: GM has created an all-electric masterpiece with the Chevy Bolt





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Meet Emmanuel Macron, the 39-year-old former investment banker who will be the next French president

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Emmanuel MacronEmmanuel Macron will be the next French president after winning the election in a landslide on Sunday, May 7. 

Macron, a 39-year-old pro-business centrist, defeated Marine Le Pen, a far-right nationalist who called for France to exit the European Union, by a margin of 65.1 % to 34.9%, according to the French Interior Ministry.

A former investment banker, Macron served for two years under President François Hollande as Minister of Economy, Industry, and Digital Data, but had never held elected office. He only truly entered the public discourse when he rebelled against Hollande's socialist party and ran as an independent presidential candidate for his En Marche! (Onwards!) movement.

Now, he will become the youngest president in France's history. Here's what you need to know:

The beginning

Emmanuel Macron was born on December 21, 1977, in Amiens, a city in northern France. He is the eldest child of Jean-Michel Macron and Françoise Macron-Nogues and only family member not to have pursued a career in medicine.

His dad was a neurologist at the University Hospital of Amiens, while his mother was a paediatrician. His younger brother and sister also kept to the family tradition to become a cardiologist and nephrologist, respectively.

Macron, on the other hand, has had a fairly non-linear career path. In high school, Macron studied sciences, before going on to take philosophy at Nanterre university. The apprentice philosopher then left Nanterre to head to the Institute of Political Science (Sciences Po), before studying at the "École nationale d'administration (ENA)," two of the most prestigious French schools.

After studying, he became a financial investment banker at Rotschild & Cie., which he left in 2012, before becoming deputy secretary-general at the Elysée. He then served in François Hollande's cabinet as economy minister.



An unconventional romance

In 2007, Macron married his former high-school French teacher Brigitte Trogneux, who is 24 years his senior. They met at the private, catholic school La Providence in Amiens. At the time, he was 15 years old. 

Brigitte Trogneux was, according to the IB Times, charmed by young Macron's intelligence and once stated: "Emmanuel's skills are totally above average. You can say I say this because we're married, but this is the teacher speaking."

During a speech at their wedding, Macron thanked family and friends for "accepting" and "supporting" the couple throughout the years. 

 



The start of a political career

Macron was asked by Hollande to replace Arnaud Montebourg as Minister of Economy, Industry, and Digital Data in 2014.

Macron's predecessor was considered a protectionist, and his most famous campaign was probably "Made in France," where he pushed individuals to buy French products over foreign goods. 

Macron on the other hand, is pro-businesses, pro-EU, and even urged American scientists, academics, and entrepreneurs, who feel uneasy about President Donald Trump's administration, to move to France. 

Montebourg was essentially sacked because he was outspoken about government cuts. A threat the Hollande government averted by ousting Montebourg from his position.  



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The best and worst looks from the 2017 MTV Movie and TV Awards

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The 26th annual MTV Movie and TV Awards are taking place place Sunday night at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.

This year, the awards show has changed its award categories so that they are non non-gendered. 

Some of the stars skipped the red carpet probably to avoid a little rain and hail that fell down unexpectedly.

Keep reading to see the best and worst looks of the night. We'll be adding to this story as the night continues.

BEST: Emma Watson accepted the award for best actor in a shimmering black and silver gown.



WORST: "Baywatch" actress Alexandria Daddario looked lost in too much eyeliner.



BEST: Taraji P. Henson was sleek in gold.



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The 15 best photos from the MTV Movie and TV Awards

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The MTV Movie and TV Awards took place Sunday night in Los Angeles, and while you may have caught some of the highlights on air, some of the most memorable moments of the night took place off stage.

Keep reading to see the best photos from the "MTV Movie and TV Awards."

Host Adam Devine opened the show with an elaborate "Beauty and the Beast" parody.



Rebel Wilson joined him onstage as a giant Mrs. Potts.



"Luke Cage" actor Mike Colter did his best Wolverine impression during the show's opening.



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