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How your birth order affects the way you spend money

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Whether or not birth order affects the makeup of personality and behavioral traits is an extensively-researched topic with convincing arguments on both sides.

Regardless of which side you come down on, you can probably identify with at least a few of the stereotypes associated with your birth order.

While most studies have focused on the role that birth order plays in personality, recent research conducted by the Journal of Financial Therapy suggests that your birth order can also affect financial decision making. Here’s what your birth order says about your finances.

Related: Here’s Your Plan of Attack for This Year’s Savings Goals

SEE ALSO: 5 ways your parents' success hurts you more than it helps

The oldest child

The oldest child in the family tends to be mature, confident and, more often than not, a perfectionist. As a result of the responsibilities and expectations placed on them by parents at an early age, older siblings are well organized and generally in control of their lives.

According to clinical psychologist Dr. Mark Harrold in his Irish Times article, firstborn children enjoy more attention from doting parents. Not only do these individuals connect more with their parents, but they also generally earn better grades and pursue more conservative, lucrative careers such as in law, accounting, banking and information technology. 

The personality traits associated with firstborn kids might also translate into good spending habits, as these children tend to be diligent about managing money and more financially stable overall.

“I certainly see different ways in which birth order seems to affect behavior with money,” said Jerry Linebaugh, II, founder and CEO of JLine Financial. Linebaugh went on to add, “Firstborns handle money differently. I see a pattern in a lot of people that I know. They are viciously protective of making sure bills are paid on time and living within their means, which includes building savings and investments.”



The oldest: How to overcome your natural inclination

The innate desire to come first in everything apparently doesn’t end at birth, as many older siblings are achievement oriented and thrive in leadership positions. As the firstborn child of your family, you might find that there are a number of financial priorities pulling you in different directions. 

For example, you might be chasing 20 percent annual returns in your retirement account while simultaneously building a six-month emergency fund and contributing toward college savings accounts for your kids.

Unfortunately, this internal drive for perfection can cause you to set unrealistic goals that can sabotage even the best-laid financial plans. If this sounds like you, remember that pursuing too many financial priorities at once can lead to unnecessary levels of stress. 

Play to your strength in organization and make a list prioritizing both your long- and short-term goals. Use this list as a roadmap and take small steps each month toward achieving objectives.



The middle child

While the oldest child is often given the lion’s share of attention from parents, and the youngest can typically do no wrong, the middle child might feel lost in the shuffle. Experts refer to this condition as “middle child syndrome.”

According to marriage and family therapist Lisa Bahar, “Middle children may fly under the radar screen at times and are more flexible, more apt to be open, take the centered approach, and sometimes (are) more balanced with money.”

Middle children are resigned to the fact that someone is always both ahead of and behind them in terms of familial structure. As a result, they are often found to be naturally gifted problem solvers with excellent negotiation skills. And when it comes to financial habits, the middle child is a born saver, with nearly 65 percent of the group contributing money to their savings accounts each month, according to Business News Daily.



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These small hunting cabins in the most northernmost part of the United States are inhabited by eskimos and withstand freezing -30 degree temperatures

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Barrow, Alaska is the northernmost city in the United States. Located on the shores of the Arctic Ocean, Barrow sits within the North Slope Borough — a 89,000 square-mile stretch of land that begins at the foothills of Alaska's Brooks Range to the coast. It's remote (more than 700 miles away from Anchorage), and in the winter months, it's extremely cold.

While photographer Eirik Johnson was on assignment near Barrow, documenting the clean up process of a shuttered Naval Camp, he heard rumors of a nearby hunting camp from the locals. With long summer days — the sun can set as late at 1am in August — Johnson was left with plenty of time to work on his own personal project.

He began documenting the makeshift hunting cabins, seasonally inhabited by the Iñupiat Eskimos, and decided to return the following winter to document the same cabins in freezing -30 ferinheight temperatures. We talked to Johnson about his experience in Barrow, and the little hunting cabins that are so far north.  

SEE ALSO: Amazing pictures from the coldest inhabited town on Earth

Nearly 7,000 people live within Alaska's North Slope Borough — and a majority of them are Iñupiat Eskimos.



The Iñupiat's are dependent on the land, the sea, and the animals that inhabit it to remain sustainable.



During the summer months, they hunt for bearded seals and caribou. The bearded seal skin is used to help build umiaq boats, and caribou meat is a valuable resource throughout the year to North Slope communities.



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What it’s like to cook with Gobble, a 10-minute dinner kit that only requires one pan

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Gobble start upAs a cook, I’m pretty lazy. I’ve tried a variety of meal kit delivery services in an effort to improve my kitchen skills, but at the end of the day, I always revert back to Seamless.

So when I heard about Gobble, a new start up that launched last year that claimed I could have a home-cooked meal in 10 minutes, I was intrigued and a little skeptical.

Gobble launched in September 2014 and founder Ooshma Garg told Tech Insider it’s “serving a million meals a year." The average meal is around 500 to 700 calories, according to Gobble, and costs between $11.95 and $13.95 depending on your meal plan. There's no shipping, tax, or gratuity involved.

Garg had the idea for Gobble after struggling to eat well as the CEO of a company. She realized people would pay to have a home-cooked meal they could make themselves, especially if there wasn't a lot of dinner prep involved.

That’s why I liked Gobble. Whereas I had to do all the kitchen prep for Plated, Blue Apron, and Hello Fresh, Gobble has already done that for me. It’s basically a healthier Seamless that I put together myself.

And though it didn’t take me exactly 10 minutes to prepare, it was still incredibly easy.

Keep reading to see what it’s like to use Gobble.

When Gobble arrived at my home, it looked like any other meal kit delivery service in a big refrigerated box with #DinnerSolved on the side.



If you search the hashtag on Instagram, it's filled with people posting about their Gobble orders. I was excited to get started!



Each box comes with either four meals for $13.95 per meal or six (or more) meals for $11.95 per meal.



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13 creepy pictures of the microbes that are living inside of you

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Humans and bacteria have a curious relationship.

On the one hand, some species of bacteria are responsible for some of the most nefarious of human diseases.

On the other hand, many species have peacefully coevolved with humans for hundreds of thousands of years to play essential roles in digestion and in bolstering the immune system.

Your body is constantly teeming with these organisms, which collectively make up the human microbiome.

Neisseria gonorrhoeaeNo two people house the exact same microbial mix, there are a few species that are almost always found in all humans.

Here are 13 microbes that are very likely living on or inside of you at this very moment, and whether or not each can cause illness.

Genus: Staphylococcus

Species commonly found in humans: Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus aureus (potential pathogen).

What it does: This is one of the most common microbes found on the human skin and nose. About 25% of healthy people carry this bacteria, according to the CDC. While your own staph bacteria coexist peacefully on your body, an infection with someone else's staph can cause nasty skin infections, food poisoning, and pneumonia.

Where it lives: Skin, eye, nose, throat, mouth, intestines, urethra, vagina.



Genus: Klebsiella

Species commonly found in humans: Klebsiella pneumoniae, Klebsiella oxytoca, Klebsiella granulomatis (all potential pathogens).

What it does: Klebsiella bacteria are generally found in human intestines, where they generally exist peacefully. However different types of this bacteria can spread and cause infection in sick patients in healthcare settings, including pneumonia, blood infections, skin infections, and meningitis.

Where it lives: Skin, nose, mouth, intestines, vagina.



Genus: Enterococcus

Species commonly found in humans: Enterococcus faecalis (potential pathogen).

What it does: Enterococcus bacteria typically live harmoniously in the human intestines and female genital tract, but are also the leading causes of blood, surgical wound, and urinary tract infections.

Where it lives: Throat, mouth, intestines, urethra, vagina.



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The composer behind some of the most memorable movie scores gives his 4 favorites

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If you enjoyed the music in anything made by Steven Soderbergh or Nicolas Winding Refn, you can thank Cliff Martinez.

The former drummer for bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Beefheart turned to a successful career as a film score composer with Steven Soderbergh’s 1989 debut feature “Sex, Lies, and Videotape.” Since then, his unique eerie electronica sound has found its was into the films of Refn (“Drive,” “Only God Forgives”), Joe Carnahan (“Narc”), and Harmony Korine (“Spring Breakers”).

With so many memorable works under his belt, including the second season of Soderbergh’s “The Knick,” now on Cinemax, Business Insider asked Martinez to make the tough decision of telling us his favorite scores he’s created. Here they are, with his words about them:

 

SEE ALSO: The cinematographer behind some of the most beautiful movies of all time gives his three favorites

1. “Solaris” (2002)

The ninth time Martinez teamed with Soderbergh was for this trippy sci-fi drama starring George Clooney investigating the crew at a research station orbiting a bizarre planet. Loosely inspired by the classic 1972 film of the same title, Soderbergh’s version bombed at the box office, but Martinez’s soothing score stands out.

“That was my first entry with a large orchestra,” he said. “And it was my first experience with a large studio. I was terrified.”

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2. “Traffic” (2000)

Two years before “Solaris,” Martinez was in his sweet spot for Soderbergh’s Oscar-winning “Traffic.” He provided a slick electronic feel that was in contrast to the gritty drug war the film profiled.

“That’s one of my favorites of my electronic scores,” Martinez said.

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3. “Contagion” (2011)

2011 was a good year for Martinez, and in it, he showed the diversity in his work. For Soderbergh’s “Contagion,” he delivered a thrilling score to match the terror of a world infected by a mysterious disease (the sound is very similar to what Soderbergh asked Martinez to create for “The Knick”).

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5 tips for sticking to a budget while traveling

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julian_finneyShopping and traveling seem to go hand in hand. In fact, some of the very first travelers set sail on what could technically be called “shopping expeditions”, exploring the world in the hopes of returning home with exotic goods not available locally.

Many of today’s travelers are no different, though usually they’re searching for the perfect souvenir to remind them of their experiences. Whether you’re on the hunt for clothes, art, or home décor, shopping abroad the first time might seem daunting, and it can be expensive if you aren’t careful. Here are a few tips to help you save money and ensure you’ll return home with an affordable memento you’ll treasure for years to come.

SEE ALSO: Travel pro Anthony Bourdain reveals his best tips for eating great when traveling abroad

Find your sales

In some places (particularly in Europe), sales only happen at certain times of the year. For example, in Paris, sales take place twice a year over six weeks, starting at the beginning of January and the end of June.

While you may not want to plan your entire trip around sales, it certainly helps to check out the schedule before you lock in your travel dates; if the sales start or end within a few days of your planned visit, you could shift your dates just slightly.

If there are no big sales going on during your visit, check out the local weekly paper for notices of smaller sales, store closings, and flea markets. And don’t forget vintage shops, which are always selling gently used designer clothes at a discount.



Buy a local specialty

For many of us, buying something that’s particular to the local area — a maté gourd in Uruguay, a bottle of port in Porto — is a no-brainer. More than any other souvenir, this is what will most remind us of the trip once we’re back at home. Plus products made locally, especially if bought direct from the artisan, may be much cheaper without the middlemen, import taxes, and retail markups.

Buying what’s local won’t automatically save you money though; Prada is just as expensive in Italy as it is in the US (maybe more depending on the exchange rate). If you have your heart set on a local big-name brand, check to see if they have an outlet where they sell goods at a discount.



Save a space

It’s disappointing to fall in love with something on a trip and then realize you don’t have the space to get it home. You can often ship it, either from the store (just pay with a credit card that offers protection in case the item never arrives) or the local post office, but that can be costly.

Instead, leave room in your bag for a few souvenirs. I always travel with my rattiest socks and pajamas so I can toss them at the end of the trip and make room for new clothes, and I’ve left many a pair of worn out shoes at my hostel so I can wear my newly purchased boots home. Another option is to pack a small, empty collapsible bag in your suitcase so you’ll always have a second bag you can carry-on or check should you need extra space.



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I tried Apple's new gigantic iPad Pro and was pleasantly surprised — but it's not for everyone (AAPL)

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If you look at the Apple iPad Pro as a laptop replacement, you're going to come away disappointed. 

But if you're looking for a big, beautiful iPad with a great stylus and awesome performance, this may be the tablet for you.

Even then, that's as long as you're willing to swallow the iPad Pro's steep $799 starting price and the fact that it simply can't do everything a laptop can.

After about a day with an iPad Pro and the new Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard accessories, here's what really sticks out and makes this new tablet so special.

SEE ALSO: Reviews of the iPad Pro may be lukewarm, but it's still the future of computing

This is the iPad Pro (with tag-along buddy, the Apple Pencil). It's huge and gorgeous, with a 12.9-inch screen and an incredible high-resolution display.



The iPad Pro doesn't feel much heavier than a normal iPad. And it's about as thick as an iPhone 6S.



When you attach the iPad Pro's optional-but-not-really $169 Smart Keyboard cover, it still just looks like a gigantic iPad.



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8 beautiful ski resorts you've probably never heard of

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Discussions about the most scenic ski resorts rightfully turn to places like Telluride or Lake Louise.

However, plenty of lesser-known spots have just as inspiring views.

Here are 8 under-the-radar ski resorts with views you don't want to miss.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEE ALSO: The snowiest ski resort in (almost) every state

Homewood Mountain Resort

On the west side of Lake Tahoe, Homewood Mountain Resort sits literally across the road from the lake. Several Tahoe resorts offer views of the lake, but Homewood is the only one that is right on the lakeshore. The 2,010-acre California ski area bills itself as “Tahoe’s Most Beautiful Resort.” With unmatched proximity to “Big Blue,” Homewood can make a good case for that claim. View Homewood lift tickets.



June Mountain

If California’s Mammoth Mountain could be described as a glamorous movie star, nearby June Mountain would be her pretty little sister. June Lake and Carson Peak are both visible from June Mountain’s slopes. View June Mountain lift tickets.



Powder Mountain

Powder Mountain’s unusual layout puts the “base area” near the top of the Utah ski area. That means the views from most of the runs are completely unspoiled by any buildings. Factor in Powder Mountain’s expansive acreage and the ski area often looks more like the backcountry. View Powder Mountain lift tickets.



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The best dishes at NYC restaurants that aren’t on the menu

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It’s no secret that some of the best dishes at NYC restaurants aren’t found on the menu. These special-request, unlisted items are created by chefs exclusively for diners in the know.

All you have to do is ask, and you shall receive. But what exactly should you be asking for?

These 15 best off-menu eats that you can score right now -- from badass burgers to over-the-top pizzas to specialties from the sea.

SEE ALSO: What it's like to eat at Argentina's best 'closed-door' restaurants

Parsnip ice cream sundae

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This popular veggie-focused restaurant offers a brand-new weekend brunch service. And now you can cap off your late-morning meal with this secret off-menu sundae: a scoop of refreshing parsnip ice cream topped with tangy raspberry sauce and a crunchy black sesame seed crumble.

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In-house burger

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Marc Forgione's modern steakhouse delivers the ultimate crafted-in-house burger: a prime brisket, short rib, and dry-aged ribeye blended patty covered in bourbon caramelized onions and Brooklyn lager beer cheese, on a sesame seed soft roll. A daily tweet (@AmericanCut) at 4:20pm details how many of these juicy burger bombs (usually no more than 15) will be served at the bar each night.

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Fish & chips

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Michael Chernow proves he can sling more than just great balls at his Montauk-inspired sustainable seafood spot, where you can reel in this off-menu riff on classic fish & chips, featuring crispy Atlantic pollock with Seamore's signature tartar sauce, hot spiked malt vinegar, and smashed Russian fingerling potatoes.

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11 LGBT superheroes that have forever changed comics

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From gay martial arts masters to lesbian detectives, queer superheroes have a long history of kicking butt.

Ramzi Fawaz, a professor of queer studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, says comic books featured LGBT superheroes as early as the 1950s. Although early queer characters didn't explicitly come out, fans knew their heroes had fluid sexualities. 

"When you associate characters with a heroic action, it shows that everyone has the power to make an impact in some way," Fawaz tells Tech Insider. "It trains readers to see our differences as sources of strength and that we can use them to transform the world for the better."

A number of superheroes have more recently come out of the closet. Last year, Marvel confirmed that Iceman is gay, and this year, DC Comics clarified that Catwoman is bisexual. Soon, Ryan Reynolds will play Deadpool in the 2016 Marvel film, the first pansexual superhero.

Here are 11 superheroes who are diversifying comics.

Deadpool.

Powers: regenerative healing, martial arts, teleportation.

Weapons of choice: swords, pistols.

Secret identity: Wade Winston Wilson.

The hypersexualized character first appeared in 1991 and is known to break the fourth wall. "Deadpool is whatever sexual inclination his brain tells him he is in that moment. And then the moment passes," The antihero's co-creator, Fabian Nicieza,said. "He is NO sex and ALL sexes. He is yours and everyone else’s. So not dismissive, but rather the epitome of inclusive."



Iceman.

Powers: cyrokenesis, ability to freeze anything, thermal vision.

Weapon of choice: shards of ice.

Secret identity: Bobby Drake.

Iceman been skating like a pro and speaking fluent Spanish since his first appearance in 1963. Jean Gray, a telepathic friend, outed his alter ego, Bobby Drake, as gay in 2014.



Catwoman.

Powers: acrobatics, stealth, disguise, thievery.

Weapon of choice: hand-to-hand combat.

Secret identity: Selina Kyle.

This DC antiheroine has the senses and speed of a cat. Introduced in 1940, fans have long speculated that Catwoman is bisexual. Thankfully, writer Genevieve Valentine confirmed it earlier this year.



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Twin brothers who turned a single house into nearly $8 million of property share 9 tips for aspiring real estate investors

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When brothers Kelly and Chris Edwards bought their first house in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 2002, they didn't know much about real estate investing.

The twins, who were in their late 20s at the time, had both been working in commercial banking and noticed a trend among the tax returns they analyzed: The people with the highest net worth owned real estate.

Looking at one portfolio in particular, Chris remembers seeing that the client owned a handful of single family properties. "There was a house for sale two doors down from the one he owned," Chris remembers. "We were like, 'We might not be the smartest guys in the world, but we can figure it out.'"

After getting the client's opinion on the sale, the brothers bought the house for $88,000 and started renovating it, doing much of the work themselves. In the next two years, they bought another four or five properties, getting to know contractors and developing a system along the way.

Today, The Edwards Companies owns nearly $8 million in assets, and works with private investors through its investing arm, Edwards Capital Partners.

"I remember one night, at probably 1 a.m., our buddy came by the house after leaving the bars," Chris says of their early days. "Kelly and I were painting. He was in banking, and we were the guys people were scratching their heads about and thinking we looked like the dumbest guys in the room. Now, we look like the smartest guys in the room. It's amazing what 10 years of good hard work will do."

Here, over a decade later, they've shared nine of their best tips for people who want to get into real estate investing.

SEE ALSO: A 24-year-old college dropout explains how he went from $10,000 in savings to $4 million in real estate

Recognize that your investments are a business, and plan for it.

"If you're going to get into real estate, whether you like or not, it's going to be a business," Kelly explains. "If you buy even one property, it will take up part of your life, so you have to take it seriously and plan for the future."

In 2001, before buying their first place, the brothers decided that despite the fact that they didn't know much about the industry, they'd make a plan of action for the next few years, Kelly says. "We sat down with a spreadsheet and planned out the number of properties we wanted to buy in the timeframe. It was funny: Five or six years later, Chris found a printout of the spreadsheet in a real estate book in his office he'd been reading, and we were almost on the exact number of the properties we had planned to buy."



Find someone who knows more than you do.

When the brothers first started investing, they went to a local meeting in Raleigh to meet, and hopefully speak to, a local residential real estate investor who now owns over 2,000 units in the area. They invited him to dinner, and he accepted.

"Ultimately we went to work for him for two years and saw everything there is to know for what our area of real estate, from fires to new construction to tear downs," Chris says. "One of our favorite books is 'Rich Dad Poor Dad,' and he's that guy to us: the rich dad, if you will. If there's a problem, we still call him. That definitely has been the most important thing contributing to our success."



Invest for cash flow.

Before anything else, the Edwardses make sure the numbers work out.

"No matter what you read on the internet, our mentor told us one thing: Buy where the numbers work," Kelly explains. "You buy property for cash flow, not speculating 'This will appreciate 6% over the next 10 years.'"

When the market tanked in 2008, the brothers' friends from banking would come by, asking if they were OK. "We told them as long as our cash flow is working, we could care less what the market is doing," Kelly says. "Over the long, long term we'll see that appreciation. If you're flipping homes, that's great, but to be a property manager you have to buy where the numbers work."



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These are the high-tech ways you should be hunting for your dream job

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Job hunting is one of life's most stressful activities — and simply sending out your resume to employers can feel like you are throwing paper into a black hole.

But luckily there are now more ways than ever to snag a job in non-traditional ways. There are apps and online services that will help you get a free lunch with employers, show your personality, and turn your work history into a beautiful infographic.

There's even a way to snag a four-hour freelance job for fast cash, or a project-based internship that doesn't require getting coffee.

Here are 13 high-tech tools to help you land your next job:

ResumUp turns your resume into a beautiful infographic.

ResumUp gives you an easy template to turn your resume into a compelling infographic. Though this is probably more useful as a second page of your resume than as a replacement, it can be particularly useful in helping those who haven't had a straight career path express their work history.

Price: Free, with premium options (Web)



Speedlancer gets you a remote job you can complete in four hours.

Speedlancer is all about getting you a small freelance job, now, that you get done in four hours. It's perfect if you need some quick cash and includes things like design, writing, and data entry.

It doesn't require any haggling or interviewing, so you can just do the job and get paid. And all of it is remote.

Price: Free (Web)



Lunchcruit gets you a free lunch with a potential employer.

Lunchcruit lets you grab a “zero-commitment” lunch with a company you might be interested in working at. You fill out a short application form and then schedule a time to drop by for a free lunch and chat session. Right now, it’s mostly centered around the San Francisco tech industry.

Price: Free (Web)



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QUIZ: Are you smart enough to be a NASA astronaut?

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Some of the glorified careers we hear about as kids include firefighters who save lives, doctors who cure illnesses, and astronauts who venture into space.

If you grew up in the US, then NASA's astronaut program is the one with which you're probably most familiar, but just how much do you know about the selection process?

Between 4,000 and 8,000 people apply during each round of NASA applications, but only eight to 35 are selected. And the next round is opening soon.

Do you have what it takes to be a NASA astronaut? Take this quick quiz to see what you know.

SEE ALSO: The incredible scientist who defied all odds and launched a nuclear age

DON'T MISS: QUIZ: Are these pictures of Mars or Earth?

1. How many NASA astronauts have there been throughout history?

A. 167

B. 339

C. 47

D. 588



Answer: B. 339

The first NASA astronaut candidates were selected in 1959 for Project Mercury.

Since then, tens of thousands have applied for NASA's intense astronaut training program, but only 339 people have been selected. The newest members of the team were announced last July:

1. US Navy Lt. Cmdr. Josh Cassada
2. US Navy Lt. Cmdr. Victor Glover
3. US Air Force Lt. Col. Tyler "Nick" Hague
4. Christina Hammock
5. US Marine Corps Maj. Nicole Mann
6. US Army Maj. Anne McClain
7. Jessica Meir
8. US Army Maj. Andrew Morgan



2. True or false: All applicants must have a bachelor's degree to qualify.

A. True

B. False



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7 incredible acts of human decency seen after the Paris attacks

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Despite all of the horror, fear, and loss in the aftermath of the terror attacks in Paris, people have responded with bravery.

The attacks on November 13 killed 127 people and injured 200 more (99 of those are serious injuries).

We've found the tweets, images, and stories that document some of the amazing responses to the tragedy.

Parisians opened up their doors.

Soon after news about Friday's attacks throughout Paris reached the internet, people began tweeting with the hashtag #PorteOuverte, which means open door.

The hashtag was intended to link people who are stranded in Paris with a safe place to wait out the ongoing threats in Paris.

A Porte Ouverte website that was apparently created last night as well to help people offer and find shelter.

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World landmarks showed their solidarity.

The world's most famous monuments are lit in blue, white, and red in solidarity with France >



Evacuees sang the national anthem.

Two explosions happened around halftime during an exhibition soccer match between France and Germany at the Stade de France stadium. The game continued until the end, but as people evacuating after they began hearing about the terror attacks, and spontaneously started singing the French national anthem "La Marseillaise" on their way out of the stadium.

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Over 60 original 'Star Wars' costumes are on display in NYC — here's what you'll see

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The new "Star Wars" movie, "The Force Awakens," isn't in theaters for another month, but if you're in New York City you can get a closeup look at characters from all of the Star Wars films.

Starting November 14, Discovery Time Square is hosting a huge exhibit of 60 costumes from the first six movies showcasing original pieces from Chewbacca's suit to Emperor Palpatine.

The exhibit even has a few costumes from the new movie, in theaters December 18.

If you can't make it any time soon, don't worry. The "Star Wars: and the Power of Costume" exhibit will be featured through September 2016.

Tech Insider stopped by the exhibit, which was put together by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in partnership with the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and Lucasfilm.

For any "Star Wars" fan it's definitely worth the admission (Adults: $27.50/Children 3-11: $20).

Scroll to check out some of the costumes on display.

After watching a quick introductory video, you're filed through a side door into a galaxy far, far away.



A total of 67 costumes are on display from now until September 5, 2016.



There aren't any replicas here. Every piece in the exhibit is an actual costume worn in one of the "Star Wars" movies.



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The BMW M2 sports car has finally arrived

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For more than three decades, BMW's Motorsports division has been turning the company's passenger cars into road-going speed machines. Last month, BMW unleashed its latest M car, the M2, upon the world. 

The introduction of the M2 finally gives BMW's 2-Series its own representative in the company's M lineup. Since it landed on US shores a couple of years ago, the 2-Series has been one BMW's most highly praised models. Consumer Reports gave the M235i a score of 98 out of 100 on its road test. That makes it the third-highest-rated car in the world and the highest-rated car not made by Tesla, according to Consumer Reports.

We also liked the 2-Series quite a lot.

Have a closer look at the new BMW M2.

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In 1985, BMW's Motorsports engineers worked their magic on the company's compact 3-Series coupe. The resulting first-generation M3 (known as the E30) was a revelation for buyers of sports cars.



The M division followed a simple but highly effective formula. The M3 paired a powerful inline-four-cylinder engine with ...



... a world-class driving experience and ...



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7 incredible acts of human decency seen after the Paris attacks

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Despite all of the horror, fear, and loss in the aftermath of the terror attacks in Paris, people have responded with bravery.

The attacks on November 13 killed 127 people and injured 200 more (99 of those are serious injuries).

We've found the tweets, images, and stories that document some of the amazing responses to the tragedy.

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Parisians opened up their doors.

Soon after news about Friday's attacks throughout Paris reached the internet, people began tweeting with the hashtag #PorteOuverte, which means open door.

The hashtag was intended to link people who are stranded in Paris with a safe place to wait out the ongoing threats in Paris.

A Porte Ouverte website that was apparently created last night as well to help people offer and find shelter.

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World landmarks showed their solidarity.

The world's most famous monuments are lit in blue, white, and red in solidarity with France >



Evacuees sang the national anthem.

Two explosions happened around halftime during an exhibition soccer match between France and Germany at the Stade de France stadium. The game continued until the end, but as people evacuating after they began hearing about the terror attacks, and spontaneously started singing the French national anthem "Le Marsailles" on their way out of the stadium.

The video was uploaded to Facebook by Karl Olive:

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The 20 college majors that lead to the most satisfying careers

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For some, the best jobs are the ones that make the world a better place, and choosing the right college major can help get you there.

PayScale recently filtered its salary data from this year's College Salary Report based on the percentage of respondents who said their careers have high meaning.

"The majority of workers with a bachelor's degree who tell PayScale their job makes the world a better place are in healthcare and related programs," says Gina Bremer, PayScale's lead data analyst and data-visualization specialist. "But finding meaningful work and big paychecks doesn't necessarily go hand in hand as many of these healthcare professions don't take home top pay."

Here are 20 college majors that may not lead to the greatest salary growth but can still offer some of the most satisfying careers:

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20. Early-childhood education

Most common jobs: Daycare teacher, preschool teacher (excluding special education), elementary-school teacher

People who find their job meaningful: 77%

Starting median pay: $30,300

Mid-career median pay: $38,000



19. Health administration

Most common jobs: Administrative assistant, practice manager, office manager

People who find their job meaningful: 77%

Starting median pay: $34,600

Mid-career median pay: $56,100



18. Human services

Most common jobs: Medical case manager, social worker, administrative assistant

People who find their job meaningful: 78%

Starting median pay: $34,100

Mid-career median pay: $43,400



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The best nicknames the internet has given ‘Game of Thrones’ characters

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Many "Game of Thrones" characters were given medieval-sounding nicknames by George R.R. Martin. Jaime Lannister is known as "Kingslayer" while Tyrion is derisively called "The Imp." Some historical figures have titles like "Ser Duncan the Tall" or "Bran the Builder." 

But fans of the series have taken it upon themselves to dub other characters with a little more pizzazz. 

The many languages of Westeros are tough to understand phonetically, and with a long list of side characters — many of whom are promptly killed off — it's tough to keep track. That's where these easy-to-remember titles come in.

Scroll down to see our favorite nicknames given to characters by Redditors.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for "Game of Thrones."  

Daenerys Targaryen = Kelly C

Daenerys Targaryen is better known on the show by her formal title: Khaleesi. In Dothraki, "khaleesi" means queen, so most of the time anyone is speaking to Daenerys, they refer to her as "Khaleesi." This is an unfamiliar term, so many first-time watchers think "Khaleesi" is simply her name. Others have resorted to just calling her "Kelly C" online. Close enough.



Khal Drogo = Karl Drogo

Kelly C's husband in season one wasn't Khal Drogo, it was Karl Drogo. Everyone knows this. The slight misspelling of "Khal" makes this fierce warrior a little more relatable. It may have started as a pun on a character named Carl from the Adult Swim "Aqua Teen Hunger Force" cartoon. But the fandom has kept it going. Long live Karl Drogo.



Stannis Baratheon = Stannis the Mannis

Stannis Baratheon was a favorite contender for the Iron Throne. Among many Redditors, he was the true hero in their eyes. Over time, his name began cropping up as "Stannis the Mannis"— a play on the popular nickname "Stan the Man." Every once and awhile, you'll see him referred to simply as "The Mannis.



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Check out the $1 million Jaguar villain car from James Bond's 'Spectre'

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In "Spectre"— James Bond's 24th adventure, which opened last week — the car driven by the villain got as much attention as, if not more than, 007's iconic Aston Martin (a DB10, this time around). In the film, a villainous henchman, called "Mr. Hinx," driving an orange Jaguar C-X75, engages in a high-speed chase with Bond's bespoke Aston through the streets of Rome.

Although Bond's Q-prepared Aston Martin is an absolute work of art, one can't help but be impressed by the sexy, or possibly terrifying, Jaguar.

"The C-X75 programme represents the pinnacle of Jaguar's engineering and design expertise," Jaguar global brand director Adrian Hallmark said in a statement. "It is arguably the world's fastest test-bed for the world's most advanced technologies, combining as it does a remarkable hybrid powertrain with awe-inspiring performance."

For most people, the Jaguar C-X75 is a stunning movie prop. But the reality is that the car has lived a short, but eventful, life filled with stunning achievement and untapped potential.

Here's a closer look at the sleek super car.

"Spectre" is playing in US theaters. 

SEE ALSO: Check out James Bond's greatest cars

Last year, Jaguar rolled out its "Good to be Bad" advertising campaign with a glorious Super Bowl Commercial.



But with the latest Bond flick, Jag has taken it to another level.



Not only is Jaguar providing the main villain car — its Land Rover sister brand will provide a Defender and Range Rover Sport SVR for evil transportation, as well.



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