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Wimbledon has the most glamorous spectators of any sport

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Wimbledon is well underway in London, England, and fans are turning up from all over the world to cheer on their favorite tennis stars.

Bradley Cooper, Irina Shayk, David Beckham, and Pippa Middleton are just a few of the familiar faces in the crowd, as well as a slew of beautiful wives and girlfriends of tennis players competing in the championship.

But whether they're famous or not, this crowd is definitely the best dressed and most glamorous of any sporting event spectators.

Of course, there are a few bad outfits, too.

Pippa Middleton, James Middleton, and Rebel Wilson watched from the "Royal Box" as Novak Djokovic of Serbia played Jamie Ward of Britain.



David Beckham and his sons, Romeo and Cruz, watched the action on the center court.



Irina Shayk only had eyes for Bradley Cooper during day ten of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London.



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7 mistakes most college grads make on their resumes (and how to fix them)

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The first step to landing that dream job is a great resume.

But college grads and young professionals with only a few years experience tend to make some pretty classic mistakes on their resumes, says Volen Vulkov, founder of resume writing startup Enhancv.

To help out, Vulkov came up with a list of the top 7 mistakes he sees repeatedly, along with advice on how to fix them.

Here they are: 

SEE ALSO: Here's what Parker Conrad, the controversial ousted founder of Zenefits, is working on now

This is a typical college grad resume that makes 7 typical mistakes.



Mistake No. 1: Not playing up all of your experience

Many college graduates haven't had much experience in their dream field. Maybe they've done an internship, maybe not.

This can seem like a vicious trap. Employers want experience to hire you, but to get hired you need experience.

The solution is to play up the skills you've learned from your non-work experiences such as school projects, hobbies, and volunteering.

Mention every sort of “experience” you've had, as long as it’s relevant enough to the job you’re applying for. All the small experiences build a bigger picture.



Mistake No. 2: Submitting the same resume for every job opening

Every employer wants to know that you are excited to work for their company in the role you are seeking to fill. 

That's why a custom resume is worth the effort. 

And if it's a job you really want, then you may want to come up with a whole, bigger online marketing campaign for yourself to get noticed. 



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14 ways to redecorate your home on a budget, according to a pro

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The Victorian house in the heart of San Francisco’s sunny Noe Valley neighborhood had been well-loved over the past 100 years—but it had also suffered from an ill-conceived remodeling project or two. So when the new owners of the duplex’s upstairs flat began planning a redesign of their own, their strict budget had to allow for fixing past mistakes and creating a forward-thinking family-friendly design.

 The couple enlisted Katie Martinez, a young San Francisco-based designer known for bright, effortlessly elegant interiors. To meet their budget without compromising on style, Martinez created a few ground rules: Stick to a simple palette of classic finishes, make efficient use of labor and materials, choose affordable fixtures and furnishings when possible, splurge where it really counts, and have patience. “The clients understood that there were significant savings to be had by not rushing the project,” Martinez says.

They began the seven-month construction process by stripping the rooms of their dated wood veneers, dark granite counters, cheap lighting and appliances, multicolored glass backsplash tile, and vinyl flooring. “It’s often easier to get rid of things and start over than to preserve little parts here and there,” Martinez explains, “so in some places we went down to the studs.”

The two-story flat’s top floor had been divided into tiny bedrooms, so they removed the interior walls and a dropped ceiling to create a large family room, then added a broad west-facing window to bring in natural light and views toward Twin Peaks and Sutro Tower. On the main level, they reconfigured the master bedroom, which had only allowed for the bed to be pushed into a corner, and opened up the staircase to help connect the kitchen and dining areas with the family room above. 

To emphasize the new floorplan’s free-flowing vibe while bringing back some of the home’s original character, Martinez composed a restrained palette of Carrara marble counters, white cabinetry, unlacquered brass hardware, porcelain doorknobs and solid walnut finishes. Bright white walls provide a backdrop for the homeowners’ collection of textiles, rugs, and artwork—and she also incorporated a few bursts of bold color and pattern, from the master bedroom’s deep blue wall to the bathroom’s graphic concrete floor tiles.

The reimagined rooms reflect Martinez’s bright and breezy signature style—but more importantly, the original character of the Victorian house and the personalities of its new owners. How did Martinez achieve such a dramatic transformation without breaking the bank? Here, she shares her secrets to this budget-conscious design—and how they can work for you:

1. Spotlight special details

There’s no need for lots of bells and whistles when you allow small, special details to shine. Here, Martinez created a “simple white kitchen” with Shaker-style cabinets, slabs of Carrara marble and a wall clad with subway tile from Heath Ceramics. Against that pristine backdrop, unlacquered brass cabinet pulls from Rejuvenation and an unlacquered brass faucet from Waterworks can make a bold statement.



2. Shelve it

Instead of lining your kitchen’s walls with closed upper cabinets, incorporate some open shelving, which makes a small space feel larger and is typically a less expensive choice. Here, Martinez mounted simple walnut boards atop shelf brackets from Liz's Antique Hardware. “We used brackets rather than concealed steel supports because they felt more old-fashioned and added character,” she explains. Exposed dishes and glassware take the place of art and accessories, adding functional beauty and texture to the space.  



3. Cut countertop costs

If you love the look of veined white marble but don’t want to blow your budget on one slab, opt for Carrara rather than rare Calacatta, as Martinez did. “I chose it because I really love the look and simplicity,” the designer explains, “but it is less expensive than Calacatta,” which is considered a luxury stone.



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This school in a garden is like a real-life Narnia

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Starting this September, kids in West Palm Beach, Florida will get to attend a school that's about as close to nature as you can get, short of nailing a chalkboard to a tree.

The Greene School, designed by the Italian firm Carlo Ratti Associati, places kids in pre-K to 4th grade in a so-called "learning garden"— a setting in which lessons take place steps from the outdoors, and every child learns to appreciate both technology and nature.

The school has its own piazza, a "fab lab," and even a secret library in the woods. Take a look inside.

The Greene School was designed based on the theories of Harvard scientist E.O. Wilson, whose "biophilia hypothesis" says humans have a built-in craving for nature.

That doesn't mean the school is a hippie den where kids miss out on math and science. Far from it. The Greene School incorporates STEAM curriculum (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) as well as hands-on, discovery-based learning.

It aims to achieve a balance, so its students come out well-rounded.



To do that, the school is made up of two main shared spaces: the piazza and the garden.

Located where a used car dealership once stood, the campus' design is meant to match the balanced approach found in the lesson plans.

"The idea of the Italian square as a welcoming gathering place has found new energy in the digital age, when each virtual relation is matched by the necessity of an encounter in the space," Carlo Ratti said in a press statement.



There's an almost Narnia-like quality to the school, as evidenced by the library in the woods.

That's not the only quirk of the Greene School, however.

Students can also satisfy their endless curiosities by visiting the makerspace "fab lab," where a suite of technologies, including 3D printers and modeling software, lets kids imagine and create.

There's also an organic garden to help kids learn about plants and the environment.



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Everything Elon Musk wants to accomplish by 2025 (TSLA)

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Elon-Musk-RiskElon Musk's plans for the coming decade are nothing short of ambitious.

Among other things, Tesla's CEO has promised to dramatically increase car production, launch one (or possibly two) completely new cars, and conquer self-driving vehicles by 2020. And that's just Tesla. 

Musk also has big plans for his private rocket company SpaceX. 

Here’s a closer look at what exactly Musk has promised to accomplish by 2025.

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Complete its giant Gigafactory.

Elon Musk’s giant battery factory in Nevada is absolutely key to the company’s future because it will help the company cut the cost of its batteries.

The Gigafactory, which is some 5.5 million square feet, will help the company dramatically cut the cost of its batteries by “using economies of scale, innovative manufacturing, reduction of waste, and the simple optimization of locating most manufacturing process under one roof.”

Tesla estimates the factory will help it reduce the cost of its batteries by as much as 30% once it is fully operational in 2020.

In fact, Tesla said it will create more battery cells at the Gigafactory than all of the lithium-ion battery makers combined in 2013.



Bring the Model 3 into production and possibly a Model Y by 2017.

The batteries created at the Gigafactory will enable the company to produce its first mass market car, the Model 3.

The Model 3 will be priced at about $35,000 and have a range of more than 200 miles per charge, Musk said in March when he revealed the car. 

Tesla plans to begin production of the Model 3 in late 2017, with deliveries beginning in 2018. 

But the company could also reveal another car to follow the Model 3. 

In October, Musk said via Twitter that Tesla would also reveal a Model Y, which is rumored to be a crossover version of the Model 3, but then he deleted the tweet.

So it’s possible Tesla could be pushing out two new vehicles before 2020.



Increase the range of Tesla cars to 1,000 kilometers per charge in three years.

Tesla’s cars already boast the best range on the market, but by 2017 Musk aims to dramatically increase how far Tesla’s cars travel on a single charge.

“The record right now for the Model S is 800 kilometers (497 miles), that is the furthest that anyone has driven a Model S… we are pretty close,” Musk told the Danish news site Borsen in September. “My guess is probably we could break a 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) within a year or two. I’d say 2017 for sure.” 

Musk added that by 2020 Tesla will likely be able to make its cars go as far as 745 miles per charge.

It should be noted that while the record for hypermiling in a Tesla is almost  500 miles, the official range of Tesla’s Model S is about 265 miles per charge, according to ratings by the Environmental Protection Agency.



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How to answer 'How much money do you currently make?' 'Where else are you looking?' and 7 other awkward job interview questions

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There are conventional job interview questions (What are your biggest strengths?), weird ones (Why are manholes round?), tricky ones (How would you describe yourself in one word?), and tough ones (Will you be out to take my job?).

Then, there are just plain awkward ones.

We looked through previous Business Insider articles, as well as James Reed's book "Why You?: 101 Interview Questions You'll Never Fear Again," to find some of the most uncomfortable job interview questions, and advice on how to answer them. 

Here's what we found:

SEE ALSO: 29 brilliant questions to ask at the end of every job interview

'Where else are you interviewing?'

This is a seemingly simple question — one you could easily answer without having to think too hard. But it's actually a lot trickier and more awkward than it seems, and how you answer this question can make or break the interview.

"It can be a slippery slope because you'd like to be honest and demonstrate you're not bluffing about your other opportunities,"Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and author of "Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job," previously told Business Insider. "But don't fall into the trap, as there's more downside risk."

To have an effective response, it's helpful to first consider the interviewer's objectives when asking this question, she said: "They typically want to determine how marketable you currently are; how they stack up against the competition; and how far along you are in other negotiations."

You don't owe this information to a hiring manager, but how you handle it will demonstrate your level of diplomacy and your ability to navigate sensitive questions. And these people skills are valued today more than ever," Taylor added.

So how do you appear cooperative, sincere, and marketable while maintaining your privacy?

Taylor said: "It's a small world in every industry, and you never know if your interviewer may compare notes with another of your interested hiring managers in your mutual network. For example, if you reveal a firm's hiring intentions to a potential competitor, you risk a reputation of not being discreet." So don't lie about other opportunities, but focus on your interest in them.

Try something like: "I'm interviewing at various companies at various stages, but this opportunity is particularly exciting for me because of XYZ."

Read more about how to handle this question here.



'Who are you voting for?'

As we inch toward election day, political banter is likely seeping into your conversations — including job interviews.

Taylor told Business Insider that if a hiring manager starts talking politics and decides to tell you how they feel about the candidates, or who they plan to vote for, you'll need to use your best diplomacy and avoid getting drawn into a potentially heated, no-win debate.

"The hiring manager may appear laid back and open-minded in the beginning of the dreaded conversation, but don't take the bait," she warned. "Take a backseat."

Even if you agree with the hiring manager's politics, going down this path can still be perilous. "The interviewer may continue drilling down to your stance on controversial subjects, evaluating whether you're fully on the same page. It can become a bottomless pit if the interviewer is fervent."

If you're asked point-blank who you'd vote for, you have several good options, all of which will keep you out of hot water, said Taylor. Here are some responses to consider:

"I don't think I'll decide until the last minute, as there are so many issues to consider. Thankfully, we still have some time."

"While I've paid attention to the major headlines, I've been so focused on my work, I haven't made a decision."

"I don't have a favorite yet, but I am always drawn to certain leadership attributes. (Pause) I'll give you an example ... I admire business leaders who do X and Y."

"I'm actually still deciding — but that reminds me of a question I have about the leadership team here ... "

Read more about how to handle this question here.



'Have you ever stolen a pen from work?'

This one is pretty awkward. Of course we've all taken a pen or two ... so if you say you haven't, they might think you're a liar. But if you say you do it all the time and act like it's no big deal, that's a problem too.

James Reed, an author and chairman of Reed, a top job site in the UK and Europe, writes in his book that saying something like, "I have one or twice taken a pen from the office in an emergency but I have always returned it the next day or the day after," is a terrible response. Why? The interviewer knows that pen is still on your desk at home, and might challenge you.

He suggests going with something more realistic, like: "Well, I'd be lying to say I haven't ever absentmindedly slipped a ballpoint into my jacket pocket, but it usually ends up back on my desk the following day, unless I leave it at home. I haven't got a spare room full of paperclips and staplers, though, if that's what you mean."



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Inside the beautiful mountain lodge where the biggest names in tech and media are staying for Allen & Co.'s annual 'summer camp for billionaires'

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Every year in the first week of July, investment bank Allen & Co. holds an exclusive conference in Sun Valley, Idaho.

It's a time for the top executives of America's media, technology, and sports industries to hobnob and make deals. 

This year's attendees include the likes of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. The annual congregation of wealthy businesspeople has earned itself the name "summer camp for billionaires," and it's credited with kindling major mergers like that of Comcast and NBC. 

Let's take an inside look at the massive and beautiful venue that plays host to this star-studded event: the famous Sun Valley Lodge. 

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Sun Valley Lodge's grand entryway is complete with equally elegant wildlife.

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Imagine how many business secrets have been discussed among these wood-paneled walls.

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The hotel's impeccable decor complements its high-profile guests.

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The 50 best places to live in America

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When deciding where to put down roots, many factors are in the eye of the beholder, such as climate, politics, or proximity to extended family.

Other aspects are coveted by nearly everybody: affordable housing, access to well-paying jobs, a low cost of living, good schools, and quality healthcare. In its recently released ranking of the best places to live in America, U.S. News & World Report gathered data on these crucial components for the 100 most populous US cities.

They then categorized the data into five indexes for each city — job market, value, quality of life, desirability, and net migration — to definitively rank these major metro areas. You can read U.S. News' full methodology here.

Scores for "value," a blend of annual household income and cost of living, and "quality of life," which accounts for crime, college readiness, commute, and other factors, are included below on a 10-point scale, as well as the city’s population and median annual salary.

Keep reading to discover the 50 best places to live in America.

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50. Columbus, Ohio

Population: 1,948,188

Median annual salary: $46,470

Quality of life: 6.1

Overall value: 7.2

The spirit of Columbus is inextricably linked to Ohio State University — and of course its football team — which calls the city home. Residents love to cheer on the Buckeyes year-round, but Columbus isn’t just a college town. Head to the Short North Arts District for shopping and gallery hopping, get outside at one of the many parks surrounding the city, or take in some culture at the Museum of Art or the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

 

 



49. Kansas City, Missouri

Population: 2,040,869

Median annual salary: $46,800

Quality of life: 6.3

Overall value: 7.6

Don’t call it a flyover city. Innovation, creativity, and a celebrated history combine to make Kansas City a hub of activity. In addition to a low cost of living and an abundance of jobs, residents enjoy exploring the city’s thriving art scene, cheering on the Royals during baseball season, and noshing on Kansas City’s signature style of barbecue — slow cooked and topped with a tomato-based sauce.



48. Phoenix, Arizona

Population: 4,337,542

Median annual salary: $45,840

Quality of life: 6.2

Overall value: 6.8

Come for the weather, stay for the city: Phoenix boasts more sunny days per year than any other city in the US, according to a local expert. But it’s the thriving job market, variety of shops and restaurants, and easy access to numerous outdoor activities — think everything from hiking to paddleboarding — that keep residents happy long-term.



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Your LinkedIn profile should reveal these 10 things in 10 seconds

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Some people call LinkedIn the Facebook of the working world.

While the platform definitely draws comparisons, employers don't search it to be updated on your latest party or to play Candy Crush.

They want to learn more about you and your professional experience.

Once an employer reaches your profile, they'll want to know some things right away.

Your profile should answer these ten questions quickly in order to satisfy employers who don't have a lot of free time to spare.

 

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What's your current position?

First, employers need to know what you do. They need to know how you make your living. Make this clear right at the top of your profile, where you can fill in a professional headline. This will catch potential employers' eyes right away.



Which job titles suit you?

Chances are strong you're not a one-trick pony. Your areas of expertise stretch beyond your college major or your current workplace. You may be a software developer who also handles the public relations sector of your business. You could be a lawyer who owns a construction business.

When you meet someone new, you talk about your careers. What would you say to this new person? That's the job title that suits you. If all else fails, you can list a few titles that would fit you perfectly in your summary.



What makes you credible?

There's one major place employers look to when wondering how credible you are: your work experience. Fill it out to the best of your ability. List where you've worked, cite what titles you held and provide a cohesive list of your responsibilities.

One new trend for this section is to quantify your responsibilities. Don't just say "wrote code" or "sold houses." Enhance your credibility by showing off the numbers: For example, perhaps you "wrote X lines of code for Y amount of apps" or "sold X houses in quarter Y." These numeric values will instantly stand out from the rest of your profile.

Another place where employers look for credibility is your recommendations — we'll have more on that later.



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30 beautiful items that you'd never know came from Target

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Whether you're shopping for a new home or looking for a few pieces to liven up your abode, the process is time-consuming (albeit a fun one).

Timeless and trendy items can equally cost a fortune at high-end specialty stores, but fortunately you can find nearly identical products at common retailers like Target. 

We've compiled a list of some of the greatest Target products that will add a stylish, luxurious flair to your home, but at prices that will be easy on your wallet. 

 

Blue Gray Glass Knot

A great dupe to the uber stylish Sklo knot sculptures sold for over $200 a piece, this endlessly twining piece is a simple yet modern decorative number can go anywhere in the home.

Blue gray glass knot, $7.99



Threshold™ Metal Wire Decorative Figurine

The sleek, structured lines of this sculpture make it a perfect urban accent piece to place in an entryway table or bookshelf. 

Threshold metal wire decorative figurine, $11.99



Decorative Wood and Aluminum Bowl

This organically shaped bowl is furnished with solid teak wood and lodges a shallow aluminum bowl. The rustic vibe makes it a stylish display for tea lights or storage space for jewelry. 

Decorative wood and aluminum bowl, $204.79



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Gretchen Carlson's show ratings weren't as 'disappointing' as Roger Ailes claims

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Was Gretchen Carlson tanking in the ratings when she was removed from Fox News Channel? 

It all depends on whose answer you're reading.

Ailes said in a statement that ratings for "The Real Story with Gretchen Carlson" were "disappointing." 

Carlson's attorneys fired back on Thursday morning, saying his statement was false and that she had improved ratings in the hour and that she had the top show in its hour.

Who is right? Business Insider looked into the numbers.

 

 

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Carlson's take:

Carlson dropped a bomb on Wednesday when she claimed in a newly filed lawsuit that she was fired from FNC on June 23 in retaliation for rebuffing sexual advances by its chairman and CEO Roger Ailes and for reporting gender discrimination in the newsroom.

The court papers claim that her contract wasn't renewed, despite good ratings for "The Real Story with Gretchen Carlson."

According to Nielsen ratings data, the show averaged 1.2 million total viewers and 189,000 viewers in the news audience (adults aged 25 to 54 years old) in June. That actually shows an improvement of 22% in total viewers and 28% in the demo audience compared to the same hour in June 2015.

This chart from TVNewser shows that "The Real Story" was indeed the No. 1 show in its time slot during the quarter (March 28 to June 26, 2016).

Verdict? True. Her show's ratings represented a pretty big improvement in the time slot.



Ailes' take:

In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, Ailes said Carlson's lawsuit was filed in retaliation for being fired by FNC for "disappointingly low ratings [that] were dragging down the afternoon lineup."

That's subjective and based on Ailes' and FNC's expectations. Any network, though, would be happy to see a new show improve on the previous ratings in its hour.

As for dragging down ratings for the afternoon lineup, "The Real Story" is the lowest-rated afternoon show on FNC, which speaks to Ailes' point of view.

At the same time, Carlson's suit alleges that the 2 p.m. hour is a challenging time slot. So if she's beating the other networks at the same time, then Carlson is making the best of a bad situation. For the quarter, "The Real Story" ranked No. 14 against all other cable news shows. Its closest 2 p.m. competition, "CNN Newsroom," is all the way down at No. 26.

Most networks would take the ratings increase over risking the chance on a new show that may not do as well.

So "The Real Story" is actually enjoying higher ratings year-over-year and generally winning the hour against the other news channels. That's pretty good news.

Verdict: True and false, but mostly false. Ailes may be disappointed with Carlson's numbers, but FNC should be quite pleased. 



Winner?

Gretchen Carlson presents the more convincing case here. She had strong ratings for the time slot that had actually improved on the year before.



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10 secret restaurants you should try to get into

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Impenetrable restaurants are nothing new. History tells us that the tougher the table is to reserve, the more mystical its allure. It’s been that way from the 1960s heyday of places like the Colony Club—when Sinatra and Capote vied for the same corner seat—to the latter-day opening of hot new upstarts, booked weeks out before the paper is peeled from the windows. But in recent years, the quest to keep current in the food world has taken a more masochistic turn.

As restaurant-going replaces baseball as America’s favorite pastime, the country’s most ambitious chefs are now breaking away from the classic three-course form. These days some of the nation’s most exciting food is coming out of underground eateries, restaurants-within-restaurants, peripatetic supper clubs, and pop-ups—nomadic upstarts that have made moving targets of the country’s most desirable dinner tables.

From secret chef’s counters to invitation-only omakases, we take a look at under-the-radar dining experiences that are worth tracking down.

Tartine Afterhours (San Francisco, CA)

Address and phone: Tartine, 600 Guerrero St
Website:www.ciaosamin.com

Once a month (or so) Tartine Bakery owners Elisabeth Prueitt and Chad Robertson push the tables in their retail space together and hand over their kitchen to Samin Nosrat for a multi-course, family-style meal.

Nosrat, a food writer and chef who teaches cooking classes in the Bay Area, visits local farms herself to source ingredients for these feasts; the menu varies by design, but past dinners ($35–$60) have featured Lowcountry boils and peach pies, Dungeness crab and chicory salad, and buttermilk chickens and apple tarts.

Getting in: It’s tough to get into these sold-out suppers, but very democratic: Instead of a first-come, first-served model, Nosrat uses a lottery system—she picks names out of a hat. Keep an eye on her blog and Twitter stream (@CiaoSamin) for word of forthcoming events, then fill out the request form to add your name to the lottery.



é by José Andrés (Las Vegas, NV)

Address and phone: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Website:ebyjoseandres.com

Spanish cuisine kingpin Jose Andrés is the mastermind behind this tiny chef’s counter, secreted away in a cubbyhole within his mega-restaurant Jaleo at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. With just eight chairs clustered around an open kitchen and two seatings a night, é may be the most impenetrable table in Vegas.

Guests who score a reservation can expect a set menu of around 20 avant-garde Iberian courses prepared by chef Cody Jeffs, like lobster with citrus and jasmine foam, and an orb of truffle cotton candy served in a molded replica of Andrés’ hand.

Getting in: There’s no phone number and the website is apocryphal by design. Your best bet is to email a request to reserve@ebyjoseandres.com. And hopefully you did well at the Blackjack table: Dinner is $195, while beverage pairings run $65 for nonalcoholic, $135 for Spanish pairing, and $300 for premium pairing.



Chef Pop-Up Series at Harry’s Pizzeria (Miami, FL)

Address and phone: Harry's Pizzeria, 3918 North Miami Ave (786-275-4963)
Website: harryspizzeria.tumblr.com/fun

Chef Michael Schwartz’s south Florida pizzeria is mobbed on a normal night, with Miami gastro-tourists clamoring for a taste of his hand-formed pies. But once a month, when Schwartz invites his food-world cronies to share the kitchen for his chef pop-up series, the place really goes off. The collaborative dinners are designed to showcase the visiting chef’s style, or promote a new project. (In February, April Bloomfield cooked dishes out of her book, A Girl and Her Pig; last April, Jonathon Sawyer of Greenhouse Tavern in Cleveland prepared a dinner to celebrate his new line of housemade vinegars.)

For folks who manage to score seats, it’s a chance to taste the work of bold-faced chefs from around the country: The list of past participants reads like a who’s who of American culinary all-stars, with chefs like Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo (Animal), Marc Vetri (Vetri), Hugh Acheson (Empire State South), and Andrew Carmellini (Locanda Verde) all staging family-style, one-night-only dinners at the Buena Vista restaurant.

Getting in: Forthcoming events—which average $150 including booze (some are less expensive)—are listed on the Harry’s website as they are planned; keep an eye out and act fast. Up next: Chef Benjamin Ford of Ford’s Filling Station in Culver City, CA on October 1, followed by a visit from New Orleans king John Currence on November 12.



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12 things you're doing that make people dislike you immediately

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There are plenty of ways to turn people off. Most of them don't require much effort.

All it takes is one look at your social-media activity or a casual in-person introduction to make someone realize they just don't want to spend time with you.

We've rounded up some of the most common social turn-offs online and in person, and how to avoid them. Read on and see which ones you've been guilty of.

SEE ALSO: 14 habits of the most likable people

1. Sharing too many photos on Facebook.

You might be eager to share snapshots of your honeymoon, cousin's graduation, and dog dressed in a Halloween costume, all in the same day. But research has found that posting too many photos on Facebook can hurt your real-life relationships.

"This is because people, other than very close friends and relatives, don't seem to relate well to those who constantly share photos of themselves," lead study author David Houghton, PhD, said in a release.

Specifically, friends don't like it when you've got too many photos of family, and relatives don't like it when you've got too many photos of friends.

As Ben Marder, PhD, another author on the study, put it: "Be cautious when sharing and think how it will be perceived by all the others who may see it. Although sharing is a great way to better relationships, it can also damage them."



2. Having too many, or too few, Facebook friends.

In one study, researchers asked college students to look at fictional Facebook profiles and decide how much they liked the profiles' owners. The study took place in 2008, and the students had about 300 friends each.

Results showed that the "sweet spot" for likability was about 300 friends. Likability ratings were lowest when a profile owner had only about 100 friends, and almost as low when they had more than 300 friends.

As for why 300-plus friends could be a turn-off, the study authors write, "Individuals with too many friends may appear to be focusing too much on Facebook, friending out of desperation rather than popularity."

On the other hand, the researchers acknowledge that if you look at a population where the most common number of Facebook friends is 1,000, the sweet spot for likability could be 1,000.

Keep in mind, though, that one survey found that the average number of Facebook friends among adult users was 338 in 2014.

Interestingly, the study also found that participants weren't consciously aware that they liked people less when they had too many or too few Facebook friends.



3. Disclosing something extremely personal early on in a relationship.

In general, people like each other more after they've traded confidences. Self-disclosure is one of the best ways to make friends as an adult.

But psychologists say that disclosing something too intimate— say, that your sister is having an extramarital affair — while you're still getting to know someone can make you seem insecure and decrease your likability.

The key is to get personal without getting overly personal. As one study led by Susan Sprecher at Illinois State University suggests, simply sharing details about your hobbies and your favorite childhood memories can make you seem warmer and more likable.



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6 summer entertaining tips from the pros

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Like many of the entrepreneurs we’ve featured on our site, Lara Crystal and Lindsey Andrews met at Wharton before starting their (genius, convenient) alcohol delivery service, Minibar Delivery. In between, Lara and Lindsey worked in marketing at Rent the Runway and Fresh Direct, respectively. “We saw a void in the market when it came to shopping for wine, beer and liquor,” says Lara. “The experience at the store was sub-par, and there was an opportunity to create a better way to shop, where customers could have alcohol delivered in 30 to 60 minutes.” They launched in New York City in early 2014. “We wanted to get it right and make sure there was a product-market fit,” explains Lindsey. “Clearly there was.” They’ve since expanded to 26 cities and counting, most recently launching in Boulder and Indianapolis.

Their team has grown quickly, particularly within the engineering department. “We went into an industry that neither of us had worked in before, but we looked at that outside perspective as a strength,” says Lara. “We surrounded ourselves with people who could complement our own skill sets.” “We’re excited every single day to come to work with people we love,” adds Lindsey. “It’s a fun industry with unique challenges, but we see them as opportunities to figure out new solutions.”

The busy entrepreneurs manage to make time for entertaining, especially in the summer. We had no doubt they’d be full of time-saving party tips, which they kindly shared with us—delicious margarita recipe included.

Choose a signature cocktail

It helps inspire the rest of the details and makes your party much more polished, even if it’s as simple as a Moscow mule. Having one drink that’s pre-served and ready to go helps to move an event along and make it feel like more of a to-do. We love a spicy watermelon margarita for our summer parties.

MINIBAR MONTAUK MARGARITA

Ingredients

2 jalapenos, thinly sliced
1 ½ cup silver tequila
6 cups watermelon juice
1 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup Cointreau
½ cup mint infused simple syrup

Directions
Add all ingredients with ice in glass drink dispenser and stir regularly.
Optional: Rim glass with a lime wedge and celery salt mixed with cayenne pepper.



Embrace on-demand services

Order your alcohol on Minibar, of course. Get flowers from UrbanStems and paper products from Jet.com, and have FreshDirect deliver all your food the day before. You can even treat yourself to a post-party massage from Zeel the next day.



Book a bartender

He or she will take a ton of the pressure off of you when you’re throwing big parties. In select cities, you can book one on Minibar!



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8 powerful life lessons from 93-year-old Norman Lear, one of the most influential people in TV history

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It's hard to overstate Norman Lear's impact on the world of television.

That's why Oscar-nominated directors and producers Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady are exploring the lasting effects of his career in their new documentary "Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You."

Lear is the creator of shows like "All in the Family,""Good Times," and "The Jeffersons," programs that not only brought in 120 million viewers a week, but challenged Americans' views on topics like racism, poverty, and abortion.

He's one of the first group of inductees to the Television Hall of Fame and has four Emmys and a Peabody Award, among many other honors.

Today, Lear is 93 years old and as sharp as ever. He spoke with Business Insider last year about his 2014 memoir "Even This I Get to Experience."

Drawing from that interview and his book, we gathered the life lessons that have stuck with Lear after all these years.

SEE ALSO: 15 successful entrepreneurs share the most important lesson they learned in their 30s

Appreciate the absurdity of it all

Lear called his maternal grandmother Bubbe, and he considers her the first person in his life to truly express her love to him. A favorite saying of hers was "Go know," which in Yiddish is geh vays, and is akin to the English phrase "Go figure."

But when his Bubbe said it to him, she didn't mean it as a put-down, but rather a means of "expressing her gratitude for the bounty of the universe, for yet another gift she could not have imagined," Lear wrote.

Whether she was responding with "go know" to the news that the Brooklyn Dodgers won the World Series (she didn't follow baseball) or that Lear's career had taken off, she was expressing her belief that she wasn't going to understand it all, but that was perfectly fine.

"As life has teased and surprised me over the years, I have taken my grandmother's 'go know' with me everywhere," Lear wrote. "When I've been recognized in restaurants and at airline counters, I have often thought, 'Go know.'"



You can sink or you can swim

When Lear was 9 years old, he saw his father arrested and brought to jail for selling fake government bonds.

His mother sent him to live with her brother and then her parents in New Haven, Connecticut, while she lived with his sister in Hartford. He remained there for the three years his dad was in prison and says he barely saw his mom and sister.

Lear says that being confronted with this situation forced him to adopt a level of independence well beyond his years.

He's reminded of Horatio Alger book he read as a boy with a title that, despite being a cliché, really connected with him during this time. It was called "Sink or Swim."

"And that was my option: sink or swim," he says. "I was going to swim. I wasn't going to sink."

Lear says that this difficult period shaped his worldview for the rest of his life.



Recognize that you have influence over people's lives

Lear told us that his celebrity helped him appreciate the power that everyone has over the people they interact with, and that it has nothing to do with fame.

In 1969 in Greenfield, Iowa, he filmed "Cold Turkey," a satire about the influence of tobacco he considers among his best work. He returned to the town for its 30th anniversary with a few of its stars, and he met a woman who had a bit part in the film when she was 6 years old. She told him how important his selection of her for the part was to her, and he found it sweet.

Lear visited Greenfield once again in 2014 during his book tour and again encountered the woman, now 51, who once again mentioned her bit part. She told him — with tears in her eyes — that she identified with him when she read about his lonely childhood in his memoir, and that the moment Lear picked her for that movie role, she finally felt like she was acknowledged, and had something to offer. "And I got it," Lear said. "I got it."



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The best Snapchat tips, tricks, and Easter eggs

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There's a lot to Snapchat.

Besides the fact that the app can be confusing to use if you're over the age of 25, there are a lot of hidden features and Easter eggs to uncover.

Luckily, we've done the hard work for you. Here are the best Snapchat tips and expert tricks to take your snap game to the next level:

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You can stack filters on top of each other to create multiple effects at once. Tap and hold on the screen with one filter enabled and then swipe again with another finger to keep adding.

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Turn on Travel Mode if you're worried about Snapchat using too much of your phone's data plan. You can find it under "Manage" in your settings.



One of Snapchat's many quirks is the list of emojis it puts next to your friends' names. They're called Friend Emojis. Here's what they mean:

Here's what they mean:

  • 💛  Gold Heart: Congrats, you are best friends with this person on Snapchat. You both send the most snaps to each other.
  • ❤️ Red Heart: You both have been each others best friend on Snapchat for at least two weeks.
  • 💕  Pink Hearts: Things are getting serious. You both have been each othersbest friend on Snapchat for at least two months.
  • 😬  Grimace: This one is a little sneaky. It means that you share a best friend with the someone. So their best friend is the same as your best friend.
  • 😊  Smile: This means that the person is one of the people you message on Snapchat most frequently. But they're not your best friend.
  • 😎  Sunglasses: If you see sunglasses next to someone's name, you share a close friend on Snapchat with this person. It usually means that you're running in the same friend group.
  • 😏  Smirk: This indicates a one-way relationship, and you're the taker. This person sends you enough snaps to make you one of their best friends, but you don't send them many snaps back.
  • 🔥  Fire: Ah, the infamous "Snapstreak." This "appears next to the numbers of days that you and a friend have snapped each other," according to Snapchat. "If you AND your friend don't both send a Snap within 24 hours, you will lose your Snapstreaks."
  • ⌛️  Hourglass: This is a warning that you're about to lose a "Snapstreak" with someone.
  • 👶  Baby: Congrats, you just became Snapchat friends with this person.
  • 🎂  Birthday Cake: It's this person's birthday on Snapchat.


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16 photos from the first day of Spain's 'Running of the Bulls' that prove how wild the event is

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running of the bullsEach year, 1000s of runners dash through the cobbled streets of Pamplona, Spain, during the Festival of San Fermin, which is held from July 6 to 14 annually.

Thrill seekers take part in the festival's "Encierro," or Running of the Bulls, in which bulls are let loose when the clock strikes 8 a.m. The purpose of this exercises is one born out of necessity — to get the bulls from their corral into the bullring, which is 2,706 feet away.

While the event is usually over in a few minutes, it attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to the tiny town each year.

Check out the wild images below for a look into this deep-rooted tradition, which is said to have originated in the early 14th century.

The Festival of San Fermin honors the patron saint of the city, San Fermin. His statue is paraded through the streets each day during it.



“Running of the bulls” translates to “encierro” in Spanish. This portion of the festival is the most famous, as well as the most popular.



While it dates back to medieval times, it was made popular by Ernest Hemingway’s 1926 novel "The Sun Also Rises." The book follows British and American expats who travel to Pamplona for the run.



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The ultimate guide of what to eat when you're on Nantucket

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Nantucket is believed to mean “far away island” in the language of the Wampanoag Native Americans and that is just what it is to most – a unique and beautiful vacation destination. While the island is, indeed, revered for it’s breathtaking beach vistas and rich American history, Nantucket is also home to a number of notable eateries and bars.

Rather recently, the culinary scene there has evolved to be a prominent piece of the package, with more restaurants focusing their energies on both local and taste bud-friendly endeavors. These days, vacationers may even find the scallops and cocktails they enjoy at a local venue to be just as memorable as a day out on the fishing boat with friends.

With this in mind, here are our top choices for dining and drinking on the island.

Cru Oyster Bar

Cru is the premier oyster bar on the island, offering casually elegant cuisine in a visually stunning waterfront setting on Nantucket harbor. Lunch items include crispy Calamari with Pickled Sweet & Hot Peppers & Harissa Aioli, fresh Nantucket Lobster Cocktail and Lobster Roll, Steamed Cape Cod Mussels, Soft Shell Crab Sliders and a wonderful Fried Chicken Sandwich. The dinner menu includes many of the same items plus some more robust fare, including Butter Poached Lobster, Grilled Atlantic Swordfish and Steak Frites. And of course, an assortment of east and west coast Oysters can be found on all three of their menus (brunch, lunch and dinner).

 1 Straight Wharf
Nantucket, MA 02554

(508) 228-9278



Straight Wharf

At sustainability award-winning Straight Wharf, chefs Gabriel Frasca and Amanda Lydon use Nantucket-grown produce and local New England seafood to create brilliant, seasonal entrees that are mouth-watering, healthy and green. Enjoy views of the harbor and the restaurant’s own waterfront garden while enjoying local day boat scallops with baby artichokes, fennel puree and green garlic salsa verde. The broiled Nantucket fluke with favas ramps asparagus, morels and sauce gribiche is also a savory creation. Not a seafood fan? Their duck leg confit is the best on the island and maybe the state.

6 Harbor Square
Nantucket, MA 02554

(508) 228-4499



Dune

Dune, new to Nantucket in 2009, is a creation of Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons restaurants. The décor is a blend of sophisticated elegance and minimalist comfort. In addition to the three dining rooms, the quartzite bar and are patio great places to try their selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines and beers. The ever changing menu showcases an innovative selection of seasonal local produce, fish and meats from regional farms and select purveyors.

20 Broad St

Nantucket, MA 02554

(508) 228-5550

 



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Here are all 18 live-action remakes Disney has planned right now

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Disney is bringing animated classics back to life.

The company has announced (at least) 17 live-action remakes for the future. Some of the movies are complete remakes of their animated counterparts, while others are based on origin stories or sequels to existing live-action adaptations. 

Here are all 17 of the planned live-action remakes and sequels Disney has planned:

"Pete's Dragon" will fly into theaters August 12, 2016. The remake of the 1977 live-action/animated film of the same name stars Oakes Fegley as Pete, a little boy who grew up in the woods with a dragon named Elliot.



Starring Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as the Beast, "Beauty and the Beast" is scheduled for a March 17, 2017 release. The film also features Luke Evans, Emma Thompson, Ewan McGregor, Ian McKellen, and Stanley Tucci as characters in the Disney classic.



Tim Burton is going to direct Disney's "Dumbo," a remake of the 1941 movie about a young elephant bullied because of his big ears.

Source: The Hollywood Reporter



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The best 'Grand Theft Auto' is actually a Western, and it's coming to Xbox One — here's what it's like

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Back in 2010, the company behind "Grand Theft Auto" put out the best game it's ever made. Oddly enough, it wasn't a "Grand Theft Auto" game.

That game was "Red Dead Redemption." 

If you never got around to playing "Red Dead Redemption" when it first debuted six years ago, there's great news: The game will be backwards compatible on Xbox One starting Friday, July 8. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect if you buy it on Xbox One, which you definitely should:

In "Red Dead Redemption," you play as John Marston, a former outlaw who left that life behind to start a family. Unfortunately, the government is holding your wife and son hostage until you take down your former partner.



Your journey to get your family back will take you through a huge open world, set in a fictional version of Texas. You'll go through forests...



...rocky desert plateaus...



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