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IBM's Watson analyzed 'Star Wars' and reached some fascinating conclusions

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One of IBM Watson's many talents is analyzing personality traits by looking at written text.

The supercomputer assesses traits based on the popular Big Five test, which rates subjects for extroversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness to experience. It can also identify different tones such as fear, joy, confidence, and openness. These skills have been used to do everything from assist customer service agents in analyzing how their phone calls went to providing dating tips.

We tested out Watson last week on the "Harry Potter" universe and were wowed by its conclusions.

This week, we worked with IBM researcher Vinith Misra to analyze the "Star Wars" original trilogy screenplays. (Because let's be honest, the rest don't count.) Keep reading to see the findings.

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Jedi are the least neurotic characters.

"If you look at neuroticism you see something really interesting — the Jedi characters are the least neurotic," Misra told Tech Insider. "Yoda is one of the least neurotic characters. Even Vader isn't that neurotic."

That's right, don't forget Vader was a Jedi first before he became a Sith Lord.



Unsurprisingly, the most neurotic character was C-3PO.

We're not surprised at all that Watson picked up that C-3PO was the most neurotic with his endless worrying throughout all of the films. But what is interesting is that Han actually ranked third in neuroticism, right behind Luke.

Han definitely gives off a cool exterior, but considering he's been in quite a few binds (being a carbonite fridge must be stressful) it does make some sense.



Obi-Wan ranks highest for intellect and modesty and last in immoderation and cheerfulness.

"It's Jedi stereotypes that come up here — the zen-like equanimity," Misra explained. "You're gonna be less friendly and open."



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People reveal what it takes for them to have the best day at work

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happy workHow do you have your best day at work?

That's the question "Drive" author Daniel Pink and NPR Hidden Brain podcast host Shankar Vedantam set out to answer on Tuesday during a live chat discussion.

And the Twittersphere had plenty to say on the matter, sharing some valuable insight on morning routines, tackling big tasks and longterm projects, and making the most out a job you don't love.

Here are some of the most compelling insights people had about what it takes to have the best workday:

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An ideal morning routine includes time for yourself.

 



Early morning gratitude can go a long way.

 



You can and should plan to keep your day organized.



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The 50 smartest private high schools in the US

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Top private high schools offer a lot of perks, from the newest classroom technology to pristine athletic fields. But when it comes down to it, nothing is more important than the quality of a school's academics. 

Niche, a company that researches and compiles information on schools, just released its 2016 rankings of the best private high schools in the US, from which it also ranked the schools with the best academics— the smartest private high schools across the country. 

Niche determined the bulk of the ratings by weighing the composite SAT/ACT score, caliber of colleges graduates attend, and percentage of seniors who go on to four-year colleges for more than 8,000 schools. Niche also looked at student-teacher ratio and survey responses from parents and students. You can read the full methodology here

Read on to see the 50 private high schools with the smartest students in the country. 

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50. The Pingry School

Location: Martinsville, New Jersey

Average SAT score: 2060

Four-year matriculation rate: 100%

Popular college choices: Georgetown University, University of Pennsylvania, Vanderbilt University

"The curriculum here is top-notch," one junior said. "Many students go to Ivy Leagues and other prestigious universities. The schedule is awesome and provided like a college schedule. Workload is heavy, but students deal with it."

 



49. Newark Academy

Location: Livingston, New Jersey

Average SAT score: 2080

Four-year matriculation rate: 100%

Popular college choices: University of Pennsylvania, New York University, Columbia University

"Teachers are always happy to provide extra help, and for the most part create fun and engaging classroom environments," one senior said.

Students point out that excellent teachers make the hard work worth it.

"Definitely one of the best schools in the state," another senior noted. "Rigorous academics but the teachers make it possible for everyone to succeed as long as they apply themselves."



48. Noble & Greenough School

Location: Dedham, Massachusetts

Average SAT score: 2080

Four-year matriculation rate: 100%

Popular college choices: Georgetown University, Vanderbilt University, Cornell University

"Noble typically has one of the most impressive matriculation rates in the country and definitely prepares its students for college and the real world," one Niche user shared. "I've been a step ahead of my peers in college and I know many of my fellow classmates can agree to this.

"Students and alumni are all well connected and the school has given me valuable life skills," they added. "I did plenty of internships in high school and the networks that I have been able to create will benefit me later on in the future."



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Step inside a Russian billionaire's son's insane $1 billion wedding

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When newlyweds Said Gutseriev, 28, and Khadija Uzhakhovs, 20, tied the knot in Moscow last weekend, they threw an extravagant celebration that's rumoured to have cost up to £700 million ($1 billion).

The wedding featured celebrity performances from Jennifer Lopez, Sting, and Enrique Iglesias, as well as a custom-made designer dress.

All of it was paid for by the groom's father, the Kazakh-born entrepreneur Mikhail Gutsuriev, according to BuzzFeed. The oligarch, whose oil businesses helped make him rich, has a net worth of £4.3 billion ($6.2 billion) on Forbes.

The bride, Uzhakhovs, is a dentistry student at Moscow University, while Gutseriev was educated at Harrow and Oxford in the UK, The Daily Mail reports. Gutseriev is working as a director for his father's business Russneft, according to an interview in the Russian newspaper Kommersant cited by BuzzFeed.

Take a look at a selection of' photos and videos from the couple's ridiculously expensive wedding below.

The wedding took place at Safisa, an upscale banqueting venue in Moscow. As well as a fountain, the space (and even the ceiling) was covered with flowers and lights.

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The bride's gown was designed by Ellie Saab and imported from Paris. The dress is worth up to £18,000 ($25,925), according to The Telegraph.

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It was so heavily embellished with beads that it weighed nearly 2 stone. The bride also needed help walking around in it.

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Inside London's mega-basements — the subterranean mansions complete with swimming pools, banquet rooms, and catwalks

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It's no secret that London's property market is out of control: The city's super-wealthy are splashing their cash on levels of luxury most of us can only dream of — including £30 million bomb-proof townhouses and ultra-modern mansions on billionaires row

But with land a scarce commodity and restrictions limiting how high you can build, what do the über wealthy do when they run out of room? 

They build downwards

Luxury basements have riled the city's property market for years now. Developers are attaching millions of pounds worth of extra value onto already pricey property by creating underground lairs with swimming pools, cinemas, saunas, and wine cellars. (Although neighbors tend to hate it when they find out the people next door are digging below their foundations.) 

While a single basement level is enough for some, others have multi-level basements that stretch as far as five floors underground. These "iceberg basements" are so-called because such large portions of the house sit underground. 

We decided to take a look inside some luxury bunkers to see what all the fuss is about. All the plans we've included in this article have either been approved or are pending approval for construction from London councils.

This Grade II listed mansion near St. James' Park in Westminster has had plans submitted to add an additional two storeys underground. Properties on this street typically fetch between £5-8 million.



The floor plan for this property's proposed extension shows the sheer scale of these projects. The house already has six bedrooms, a music room, and a formal dining room, spread across seven storeys. But the proposed renovations would see a swimming pool, gymnasium, and office added to the property.



Architecturally, London's luxury basements are spectacular. They can double living space in a city where land is a rare and precious. This basement project, the brainchild of Prestige Exclusive Lifestyle with Rigby & Rigby, will transform the property.

Image via: Prestige Exclusive Lifestyle and Rigby & Rigby



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14 haunting images that show the emptiness of Britain's only desert

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Many people will be surprised to hear that England has a desert. Located on the southeastern coast of Kent, Dungeness is a somewhat desolate landscape that is home to two nuclear power stations and a small estate.

The United Kingdom's national weather service, the Met Office, classified Dungeness as Britain's only desert due to its dryness and lack of surface vegetation. Other than power plant workers, occasional tourists, and the few residents who live in homes on the estate, it's rare to see any signs of human life, and it's unclear just how many people live there.

Photographer Robert Walker first visited Dungeness in 2011 and decided to document what he saw. "I am struck by the emptiness, the exhaustion, and the excess of weather," Walker told Business Insider. "The area feels out of sync, self-contained, and beyond conventions, all of which I find surprisingly liberating." 

Over the course of four years, he visited the desert multiple times to create a series he called "The Fifth Continent". 

Below, see the emptiness of Dungeness, Britain's only desert. 

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Dungeness is about 77 miles southeast of London and covers an area of only 12 square miles.



Dungeness is located on the southeastern coast of England, where the English Channel separates the UK from France and the rest of Europe.



The desert is so isolated that it is only accessible by two roads: one from New Romney to the north, and another from Lydd to the northwest.



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Inside the Los Angeles castle built by a family's DIY empire

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Novogratz castleCourtney and Robert (Bob) Novogratz have transformed dozens of properties all over the world, but they've never felt more at home than in their latest redesign.

The couple and their seven children — who have built their DIY empire over 25 years with books, reality shows, and a do-it-yourself aesthetic —  have officially moved away from New York City and into their California dream home … er, make that their dream castle.

"We sold our house in New York two months ago [Ed note: for a cool $14.5 million] and finished our house here," Bob Novogratz tells Tech Insider. "It was a total gut job — it took 10 months."

Called "The Castle," the latest Novogratz project is nestled in the Hollywood Hills near the famous Chateau Marmont. Cortney previously told Tech Insider it's her favorite property the pair has done so far. Not only were their seven kids deeply involved, but so were the design clan's fans, since they were continually updating the plans on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, and their website.

Tech Insider spoke to Bob recently about the newly finished home, life in California, and the new Novogratz web series, "The Castle Next Door," which illustrates the painstaking redesign process.

"It feels like home for the first time to us," Bob tells TI.

Keep reading to see life inside The Castle.

Welcome to the Novogratz family's new home, The Castle in Los Angeles, California.



The renovation took 10 months to complete. According to Bob Novogratz, it was a "total gut job." Here's the before picture of the Hollywood Hills home, which was built in the 1920s.



"We wanted to keep the history of the house and update the outside," he tells Tech Insider. "We kind of gutted the inside and made it more modern."



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5 signs you aren't ready for a mortgage

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Buying a home is still cheaper than renting in nearly every major U.S. market. That’s one of a few key trends that have mortgage lenders expecting big things in 2016. Nearly two-thirds of industry professionals think purchase loan volume will rise this year, according to a recent survey from trade group Lenders One.

Bullish outlook aside, there are still plenty of challenges for many would-be buyers, from shaky credit to sputtering incomes and more. To be sure, the right time to pursue a home purchase is when you’re financially and emotionally ready.

Here’s a look at a few signs you’re not quite there.

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1. Bruised and beaten credit

You don’t need top-tier credit to land a home loan. You don’t even necessarily need what’s often considered “good” credit. But consumers with scores below a 620 can have a tougher time securing financing. That’s a common credit score benchmark for government-backed loans (Federal Housing Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Department of Agriculture), while conventional lenders might want more like a 640 or 660 score.

If your score is subpar, it’s important to take charge of your credit profile before you look to buy a home. You can pull your credit reports for free each year from AnnualCreditReport.com, then hunt for and dispute errors and discrepancies.

Different lenders can have different credit score cutoffs. Even if you clear a lender’s baseline, working hard to improve your score may also help you nab a better interest rate. You can monitor your progress by getting your free credit report summary each month on Credit.com.

 



2. Insufficient savings

You don’t need a mountain of money to buy a home. You don’t even necessarily need a down payment – just ask VA and USDA buyers and the thousands of folks who tap into down payment assistance programs in their community. But you’re going to need at least some cash in the bank, in part to possibly cover expenses like a down payment, earnest money deposit, appraisal, inspection, closing costs and more.

Conventional loans typically require a 5% down payment, although some lenders may offer them at just 3% down. FHA loans require a minimum 3.5% down payment. On a typical $250,000 loan, that’s anywhere from $7,500 to $12,500. An appraisal and inspection might set you back another $600 or more.

If a new home means higher housing costs, having a solid nest egg can also help you avoid any “payment shock” when it’s time to make that first mortgage payment.



3. Income instability

Mortgage lenders want to feel like you’re a safe bet. A rocky employment situation can raise red flags. Ideally, you’ve been working the same job for at least the last two years. But that’s certainly not a reality for millions of American workers.

Employment scenarios are always a case-by-case evaluation. Generally, though, you might have a tougher time securing a home loan if:

  • You’ve been on the job less than a year.
  • You’ve been self-employed for less than two years.
  • You’re a commission-based employee without a two-year track record.
  • You’ve recently changed career fields or had a lengthy job gap.

Again, every borrower’s situation is different, and guidelines and policies can vary by lender.



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18 false advertising scandals that cost some brands millions

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In advertising, there's a big difference between pushing the truth and making false claims. 

Many companies have been caught out for peddling mediocre products, using wild claims like "scientifically proven" with "guaranteed results."

For companies that cross the line, it can cost millions and lead to a damaged reputation.

We found 18 examples of false advertising scandals that have rocked big brands — some are still ongoing and not all companies have had to pay up, but each dealt with a fair amount of negative publicity.

Karlee Weinmann and Kim Bhasin contributed to an earlier version of this report.

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VW falsely advertised environmentally friendly diesel cars.

On March 29 this year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit against Volkswagen, which claimed that the car company had deceived customers with the advertising campaign it used to promote its supposedly "Clean Diesel" vehicles, according to a press release.

In 2015, it was exposed that VW had been cheating emissions tests on its diesel cars in the US for the past seven years.

The FTC alleged that "Volkswagen deceived consumers by selling or leasing more than 550,000 diesel cars based on false claims that the cars were low-emission, environmentally friendly."

On top of potential fines for false advertising, the company could have to pay out up to $61 billion for violating the Clean Air Act, according to Wired.



Activia yogurt said it had "special bacterial ingredients."

Ads for Dannon's popular Activia brand yogurt landed the company with a class action settlement of $45 million in 2010, according to ABC News. The yogurts were marketed as being "clinically" and "scientifically" proven to boost your immune system and able to help to regulate digestion.

The Activia ad campaign, fronted by actress Jamie Lee Curtis, claimed that the yogurt had special bacterial ingredients. As a result, the yogurt was sold at 30% higher prices than other similar products. However, the Cleveland judge overseeing the case said that these claims were unproven.

The lawsuit against Dannon began in 2008, when consumer Trish Wiener lodged a complaint. On top of the fine of $45 million, Dannon was ordered to remove "clinically" and "scientifically proven" from its labels, according to ABC.

Phrases similar to "clinical studies show" were deemed permissible. Dannon denied any wrongdoing and claimed it settled the lawsuit to "avoid the cost and distraction of litigation."



Red Bull said it could "give you wings."

Energy drinks company Red Bull was sued in 2014 for its slogan "Red Bull gives you wings." The company settled the class action case by agreeing to pay out a maximum of $13 million — including $10 to every US consumer who had bough the drink since 2002.

The tagline, which the company has used for nearly two decades, went alongside marketing claims that that the caffeinated drink could improve a consumer's concentration and reaction speed.

Beganin Caraethers was one of several consumers who brought the case against the Austrian drinks company. He said he was a regular consumer of Red Bull for 10 years, but that he had not developed "wings," or shown any signs of improved intellectual or physical abilities.

Red Bull released this statement following the settlement:

Red Bull settled the lawsuit to avoid the cost and distraction of litigation. However, Red Bull maintains that its marketing and labeling have always been truthful and accurate, and denies any and all wrongdoing or liability.



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The most beautiful houses you can buy in the south west of England right now

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Burton_Beach,_Devon,_looking_westWhether it’s evenings curled up watching Poldark and Doc Martin, or quiet memories of childhood bucket-and-spade holidays, there’s a strong chance that Devon or Cornwall – or both – come high on the list of areas in Britain that are special to you.

It might be a first road trip down the A303, that time the seagull stole your pasty, or alcohol-impaired recollections of a New Year’s Eve party in fancy dress – a very West Country tradition. St Ives is best, by the way.

If you’re lucky, it’ll be memories of food by Rick Stein, Michael Caines, Nathan Outlaw, Mitch Tonks, Ben Tunnicliffe, or any one of the scores of celebrity chefs plying their trade in the region. Fish, we love you. 

One way or another, there’s a bit of the South West in us all. It’s that way for property, too, as Devon and Cornwall remain our most popular counties for holiday homes, spurred on by improved air links from Newquay and Exeter to London, faster roads from the South East and the Midlands, and more train services than before. 

‘We’re seeing a sustained interest in southwest homes, specifically by the water. They’re generally established holiday areas, so have good places to eat and drink with water-based activities for families,’ according to Richard Speedy of Strutt & Parker.

A purchase in the region may pay dividends later – and not just in the form of sunny weekends away. Savills predicts that, by late 2020, house prices in the South West will rise by 19.9 per cent – that’s more than anywhere in Britain, except the Home Counties. Property consultancy JLL says there will be a 21.1 per cent increase over the same period. Not to be left out, Strutt & Parker expects a 15.5 per cent boost by late 2019. The king of all predictions comes from bank BNP Paribas, which forecasts South West property prices will rise a thumping 39.7 per cent by 2021.

In the June, July and August holiday period of 2014, the latest data available, some 512,000 families visited the two counties, many of them hiring holiday cottages and making their owners substantial sums. Cornwall’s south and north coasts and the beautiful South Hams area in Devon are the main destinations, according to tourist chiefs.

But enough of the statistics. You get the picture. Have a look at these homes that we’ve identified – six spots about to get a even hotter.

1. Newlyn

‘This is more than just a Cornish fishing harbour,’says Ben Davies of Savills.

‘There’s an art house cinema opening this year, deli/charcuterie, independent shops and traditional pubs. There’s also the Newlyn Art Gallery showcasing the best contemporary works.’

The nearby southwest Cornwall area has England’s only cape, with vistas taking in the Western Approaches and the Atlantic with the Isles of Scilly on the horizon. And you might recognise the property from a certain art house picture, Summer in February, based on the book of the same name about the bohemian artists’ commune based in the area at the turn of the century. 

On sale: The 13-bedroom Porthledden is a beautiful mansion above Cape Cornwall, recently renovated by Cornish craftsmen. Available through Savills for £3m.



2. Topsham

Just east of Exeter sits this town with clusters of 18th-Century, Dutch-gabled traders’ houses lining the banks of the Exe estuary. It has its own sailing, rugby and football clubs, is a few minutes from the M5, has half-hourly trains to Exeter and boasts fine dining restaurants, including The Salutation Inn, plus its very own vineyard. Houses range from £400,000 to £3m, with a premium for estuary views and parking.

On sale: Six-bedroom, three-bathroom house with 5,260 sq/ft of space, dramatic estuary views and – get this – its own dry dock. Available through Strutt & Parker for £3m.



3. Bampton

On the edge of Exmoor National Park, this is an area that’s steeped in hunting, fishing, shooting, ramblers and trekkers. It’s also not a honeypot town – there are relatively few visitors during the summer and there’s a permanent community.

If you need a London fix, Tiverton is close by and two hours by train to the capital. House prices are super-reasonable for such a beautiful place – £250,000 to £1m.

On sale: A four-bedroom Georgian home including large gardens, a one-bedroom annexe and panoramic views across Bampton. Available through Seddons for £650,000.

 



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PRESENTING: Wall Street's brightest minds reveal the most important charts in the world (SPY, SPX, DJI, IXIC, IWIM, QQQ, USD, DXY, TLT, TLO, WTI, OIL, VDE, BNO)

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Presenting: the most important charts in the world.

We last brought you this feature in October, before the Federal Reserve raised rates and while stocks were rebounding from their longest correction in four years.

Obviously, a lot has changed since then.

Stocks have stormed all the way back from the worst start to a year ever.

Meanwhile, some are still debating whether the US economy is on the brink of recession, and the Fed is no longer as hawkish about its rate-hike plans.

Once again, we asked some of the sharpest strategists and reporters on Wall Street for one chart that's at the top of their mind right now.

Here they are:

Jack Bogle, Vanguard Group



Gary Shilling, A. Gary Shilling & Co.



Dave Rosenberg, Gluskin Sheff



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9 small lifestyle changes you can make to get smarter

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Most people make a conscious effort to improve their physical health, yet few think about what they can do to help boost the health of their brain.

Just as you can eat healthily and exercise to stay fit, there are a number of simple changes you could be making every day to get your brain working faster, sharpen concentration, strengthen memory, and become more intelligent. 

Business Insider spoke to the nutritional therapist Naomi Mead, who was trained and accredited at London's Institute of Optimum Nutrition, to find out the most effective ways to improve your brain power.

Here are her top 9 ways to keep your neurological health in check.

Learn a foreign language

Learning another language can improve brain health and have a positive effect on intelligence, according to a study published in the journal Annals of Neurology in June 2014

"It challenges your brain to recognise, negotiate meaning, and communicate in different languages, and by doing this increases brain functionality," Mead said. "Learning a foreign language can also increase the size of your hippocampus — the part of the brain responsible for forming, storing, and retrieving memories."



Drink more water

Water isn't just good for your physical health; it's essential for keeping your brain sharp.

"Your brain comprises a massive 80% water, so to stay alert with good mental clarity, you should be sipping water steadily throughout the day," Mead said. "Dehydration is one of the leading causes of fatigue, and water is a hugely underestimated brain booster."

As well as drinking plenty of water, Mead recommends eating more "juicy" foods that are full of water like tomatoes, watermelon, lettuce, spinach, and cucumber.



Engage your brain with games and puzzles

"Your brain is like a muscle; you need to work it regularly to keep it fit," Mead said. "Games and puzzles such as Sudoku, crosswords, maths puzzles and board games give your brain some exercise, and help to keep it sharp."

Games and puzzles help stimulate brain activity, thinking, and memory, Mead explained. They're also known to improve cognitive function in older people.



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RANKED: The 25 richest countries

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Small countries continue to dominate the list of the world's richest countries, while the top three are unchanged from 2015, according to an analysis by Global Finance Magazine.

Based on data from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, the magazine ranked the world's countries according to their gross domestic product based on purchasing-power-parity per capita.

The PPP takes into account the relative cost of living and the inflation rates of the countries to compare living standards among the different nations.

Twelve of the 25 richest countries are in Europe, while the US and Canada also made the cut. The UK did not make the top 25, ranking at No. 27 with a GDP per capita of $39,224 (£27,241).

Some small countries, such as Liechtenstein, Nauru, Vatican City, Monaco, San Marino, and Andorra were not included in the study.

The GDP per capita listed represents the amount of wealth produced in 2015 and is expressed in international dollars.

Here are the top 25 (and here's the full study):

25. France — GDP per capita: $41,396 (£28,749)



24. Belgium — GDP per capita: $42,923 (£29,810)

 

 



23. Iceland — GDP per capita: $44,575 (£30,957)



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These DIY micro-homes on wheels start at $7,000 — take a look inside

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If you're a nomad looking to scale down, 84 Lumber's tiny wooden cabin on wheels may be your dream home.

The company, known for selling building materials, designed micro-homes that owners can build themselves.

Some fully furnished home packages come ready to move in, and others can be completely customized.

Take a look inside one of the four models, which start at less than $7,000 and give owners the freedom to live anywhere.

 

All of 84 Lumber's tiny homes measure under 200 square feet, Becky Mancuso, the company's VP of marketing, tells Tech Insider. The one below, called The Roving, is a mere 154 square feet.



The walls are made from cedar and the roof from aluminum. The homes are completely insulated and can withstand the harshest of winters, Mancuso says.



The kitchen comes with an electric cooktop, a stainless steel sink, an energy-efficient mini-fridge, and a fold-up table.



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Here's what the maximum amount of caffeine you should be drinking in a day looks like

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And you thought Red Bull was bad.

Turns out that while a can of the vilified energy drink has 80 mg of caffeine (less than a quarter of the amount you should have each day, according to the Mayo Clinic), one small cup of Starbucks drip coffee has nearly 5 times that amount.

Regardless of how you get your caffeine, it's important to keep in mind that it's a stimulant with some positive and negative effects.

And the amount of caffeine that's in various drinks — or even the same drink from a different chain — can vary drastically. Here's how much caffeine is in everything from a can of Coke to a plain coffee from McDonald's:

NEXT, CHECK OUT: What caffeine does to your body and brain

READ MORE: See how much caffeine is in the drinks from your favorite chains

One and a half cups of Starbucks coffee

According to the Mayo Clinic, most healthy adults can safely consume up to 400 mg of caffeine each day. But while most 12-ounce cups of coffee contain somewhere between 90 and 120 mg of caffeine, one 12-ounce "tall" or small cup of Starbucks is far stronger, with about 260 mg of caffeine per cup.



About two bottles of 5-Hour Energy

These tiny bottles, or "shots," contain nearly the same amount of caffeine as a cup of Starbucks, which in reality is closer to 4 cups of regular coffee. Each 2-ounce shot has about 215 mg of caffeine.

 



About four McDonald's coffees

Unlike Starbucks coffee, McDonald's drip contains roughly the same amount of caffeine as a "standard" cup of Joe. Each 12-ounce cup has about 109 mg of caffeine.



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17 annoying things job candidates do that make hiring managers not like them

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friends selfie funWhen you go in for a job interview, it's imperative that you make a stellar first (and lasting) impression.

But you can't rely solely on your impressive answers to get the job. You need to behave professionally, too.

As it turns out, there are tons of small mistakes you can make that could end up costing you the job.

To help you figure out what you should and shouldn't do during the job interview, we looked at responses to the question, “Employers of Reddit, what is a prejudice you hold against the people you interview?" which was recently posted on Reddit by okmann98.

Here's what respondents came up with:

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1. Guilt tripping the employer into giving you a job

"Telling me about how badly you need this job because of all the problems you have will get your application thrown in the trash," says Reddit user pinkiepieisbestponybecause candidates who have a lot of "baggage" usually turn out to be problem employees. 

Fellow commenter WhizmoAlke agrees and says they had someone actually cry during an interview. While it made them feel awkward, they say they were no more inclined to give them the job.

SoundBearier put it more bluntly: "This is a business, not the Red Cross." 

 



2. Graduating late with no work experience on your résumé

Reddit user creaoiumm — a lawyer — says they are tired of seeing applications from law school students who are over 26 years old and have no job experience (not even babysitting!).

Instead, he says their résumés tend to be filled with different hobbies or trips they took during the summer. "As someone who started working at age 16, I'll admit I think less of someone in their late 20s who has never held any kind of job, however small."



3. Having your parents inquire about jobs on your behalf

ScarinasVault — a middleman between candidates and HR — says they've seen a marked increase in the number of parents asking for jobs on behalf of their kids or even asking for help with their child's résumé. 

While these actions may come from a good place, the commenter says, "if you can't bother to show up to ask then we can't be bothered to take you seriously." 



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The 10 most underrated burgers in New York City

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oxcart tavernBurger lists make me crazy — except, of course, when they are mine. Most are maddening because they claim to direct the unsuspecting and hungry to the very "best" patties in the city. And as readers of these lists might suspect, a mention of one (whether it's deserving or not) inevitably leads to a mention on the next, creating a yawn-inducing echo chamber. Yes, we all love Shake Shack, and Umami Burger has its own rabid fan base, but don't other establishments deserve to share some of that limelight?

What perplexes me is how some of the great burgers this city has to offer are not featured in these "definitive" round-ups — burgers that are created by chefs who pour their souls (and bank accounts) into their creations; burgers that I return to often, and wonder why they are not celebrated as they should be.

As a new burger joint seems to open here once every three weeks on average, the field expands, and so do the dining options. In a city exploding with bun-and-patty establishments, it's not entirely surprising that a few of the noteworthy burgers slip through the cracks. But NYC is also an endlessly diverse place, and these lists should reflect that. Every regional method found throughout the country can be discovered here, from the green-chile cheeseburger of New Mexico, to the smashed patties of the Midwest. The oversight is not only a disservice to NYC's ravenous burgerhounds, but it also undermines what makes burger culture in NYC vibrant in the first place.

Maybe you've been to a few of places on this list, and one may even be your go-to. But here I present to you a collection of under-appreciated burgers that must battle it out in an ultra-competitive field. In light of the burger's humble roots, the best way we can honor its form is to root for the underdogs. Now, go get 'em.

Sliders at Mark

Address and phone: 33 St Marks Pl (212-677-3132)

Neighborhood: East Village

Website:stmarksburger.com

Price: $2.75

Why it's underrated: If you've been to Mark, you get it. The St. Marks joint consistently cranks out the burgers of your dreams in the form of tiny sliders. But I'll take a leap of faith and assume that most indulging in them are unaware of their historical context. The sliver of a restaurant serves near-perfect facsimiles of what I consider to be America’s original burger. They are not mini-burgers, but rather the result of a method employed by just about every diner at the dawn of the hamburger. Small balls of fresh beef are smashed flat on a griddle and covered with a handful of thin-sliced onion. American cheese is applied on the flip, and the burger is served on a warmed Martin’s Potato slider roll. The result is a burger that looks as if it was scraped off the floor, but is primordially seductive. The old-school method was celebrated this past February when Miami's Jersey Dawg entered a classic slider into competition at the Burger Bash — and won! That's the equivalent of a Golden Retriever winning Best In Show at Westminster. It's the kind of validation that made me well up with pride.



Super Duper Stack at Genuine Superette

Address and phone: 191 Grand St (646-726-4633)

Neighborhood: Little Italy

Website:eatgenuine.com

Price: $10.56

Why it's underrated: When Michelin-starred chefs embark on a quest to create great low-brow versions of the American classic, I usually cringe. Most have an inability to erase all they've learned in cooking school and just make a fucking burger. Brad Farmerie is an exception to the rule. The Super Duper Double Stack marries two perfectly griddled patties, American cheese, and pickles to a simple white squishy bun. There's a secret sauce in there that ties the whole thing together. It's exactly what you’ve been craving.

 



Cheeseburger at Joe Jr.

Address and phone: 167 3rd Ave (212-473-5150)

Neighborhood: Gramercy

Website: N/A

Price: $6 (without fries)

Why it's underrated: Joe Jr. doesn't give a crap about burger lists. All they care about is making sure their loyal customer base is fed. I've been going to Joe Jr. for years but realized I hadn't been in a while. So I paid a visit the other day to find that absolutely nothing has changed — and that's the way it should be. It's still a ridiculously simple formula — fresh-ground beef, served with a slice of American cheese melted onto each bun half. The patty itself is supple and loaded with copious  juices, no matter what temperature you request. (And that's all you should ever ask of your local diner.) Places like Joe Jr. exist throughout the five boroughs — you just need to turn off your artisanal-gourmet-celebrity-chef radar and get back to basics. 



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How the 'Rich Kids of Instagram' spent their spring break

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The "Rich Kids of Instagram," wealthy young adults whose extravagant lifestyles are curated on the three-year-old Tumblr and Instagram account of the same name, may have outdone themselves over spring break this year.

The anonymously run account has been keeping track of all of their spring-break activities, from ice hotels in northern Sweden to pool parties in Miami.

Ahead, see how their lavish spring breaks compared with yours.

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The weather was great, but Champagne showers were raining down all month.

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And of course, there were yachts ...

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Athletes and celebrities are crazy about this $18 charity bracelet that has water from Mount Everest and mud from the Dead Sea

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The latest celebrity-approved accessory is a silicon bracelet called the Lokai.

Like the iconic yellow Livestrong bands of years past, this one promises to distribute a portion of its profits to charity — 10%, in this case. Like the Livestrong, you can wear it 24/7 without worrying about it tarnishing or falling off.

But unlike the cheap Livestrong bracelets — which you can buy for $4.99 each — the Lokai is $18 a pop. And instead of sending money to cancer research, you get to choose the charity you want to support.

"It's a very millennial take on how to change the world and how to give back," Lokai's 25-year-old founder Steven Izen told Business Insider. 

Though Lokai has declined to share how many bracelets it has sold, the company has raised over $4 million for charities since the brand's launch in 2013, thanks in part to some serious celebrity support and a strong social media following.

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The idea for Lokai came from a bittersweet moment in Izen's life: while enjoying a vacation with his family, he received news that his grandfather had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.



His desire to find balance in the midst of the "highest highs" and "lowest lows" turned into the distinctive Lokai design.

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Each bracelet has one white bead encasing water from Mount Everest, and one black bead filled with mud from the Dead Sea — the highest and lowest points on earth, respectively. Izen even found a team of sherpas who could get him the Everest water.

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The 15 richest self-made women on earth

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richest self made women on earthThe top tier of wealth in the world is a veritable boys' club, with only four women breaking the top 50. But that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of women who have earned huge fortunes for themselves as well.

With data from Wealth-X, a company that conducts research on the super wealthy, Business Insider has taken a look at the richest self-made women in the world. These women have built companies, pioneered new technologies, and made huge advances in their respective fields. They're worth a combined $53.1 billion — larger than the combined gross domestic product of Honduras, Iceland, and Cambodia.

The list includes household names like media mogul Oprah Winfrey as well as influential but lesser-known personalities such as Gap founder Doris Fisher.

Keep reading to see how these 15 women made their fortunes.

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14. TIE: Lynda Resnick

Net worth: $2.4 billion

Country: US

Age: 72

Industry: Agriculture

Source of wealth: The Wonderful Company

At 19, Resnick, a former child actress and daughter of a Hollywood movie producer, dropped out of college to found an advertising company called Lynda Limited. In 1973, Resnick married her second husband, Stewart Resnick, who was managing a private security business, and the two combined their assets.

The Resnicks made a succession of company acquisitions and sales throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Their first forays into agriculture included the purchase of a 12,000-acre pistachio and almond farm in California for $30 million.

The company today generates $4 billion in sales from best-selling brands like Wonderful pistachios, Pom Wonderful pomegranate juice, Wonderful Halos (formerly Cuties California clementines), Fiji Water, Justin Vineyards, and the Teleflora flower-delivery service. Last summer, Roll Global was renamed The Wonderful Company, where Resnick serves as vice chairman.

The Resnicks are no strangers to controversy. The Federal Trade Commission successfully sued them for deceptively marketing and inflating the health benefits of their pomegranate juice (the Resnicks are appealing to the Supreme Court). They have also taken heat for their access to and use of water during California's drought.  



14. TIE: Marian Ilitch

Net worth: $2.4 billion

Country: US

Age: 83

Industry: Diversified

Source of wealth: Little Caesars

Ilitch has been in the food industrysince she was a little girl. Starting at age 10, she worked at her father's restaurant in Dearborn, Michigan, where she filled the salt and pepper shakers. In 1959, Ilitch and her husband, Mike, opened the first Little Caesars pizza store, the moniker stemming from Marian's nickname for Mike. In 1962, the couple sold their first franchise for $5,000. Today Little Caesars has more than 4,000 fast-serve pizza restaurants.

Though the Ilitches command one of the largest takeout pizza chains in the US, their overall empire is even larger. Ilitch Holdings consists of 10 companies that specialize in food, sports, and entertainment, including the MLB's Detroit Tigers, the NHL's Detroit Red Wings, and the MotorCity Casino in Detroit. They bought the Red Wings for $8 million in 1982; the franchise is worth $600 million today.

The Ilitches will both be inducted into the International Franchise Association's Hall of Fame this year.



11. TIE: Johnelle Hunt

Net worth: $2.5 billion

Country: US

Age: 84

Industry: Logistics

Source of wealth: J.B. Hunt Transport Services

When the J.B. Hunt Company opened in 1962, founded by Hunt's husband, Johnnie, who died in 2006, she started out as a part-time employee, helping get the business off the ground. Hunt quickly became an integral part of the company, moving up to full-time employee and then cofounding the logistics company J.B. Hunt Transport alongside her husband in 1969 with only five tractors and seven trailers.

Thanks to Hunt's entrepreneurial vision, the transportation company grew, eventually integrating J.B. Hunt proper into it. The company went public in 1983, and by 2004 it commanded more than 11,000 trucks and more than 16,000 employees. Today the company is worth $9.5 billion.

In 2001, Hunt cofounded Hunt Ventures, an office and retail development company, where she still serves as chairman. The company tackles large-scale real-estate projects, such as Pinnacle Hills, a 700-acre development that will feature more than 2.5 million square feet of restaurants, retail space, and offices.



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