Your Landlord Might Be a Baby
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‘I haven’t earned a single rial’: Qatar migrant labourers left stranded and jobless after the World Cup
The Guardian · 5 minMigrant workers from west Africa say they have been left stranded, destitute and jobless in Qatar just 100 days after the end of the World Cup, despite claims that the tournament would leave a legacy of better workers’ rights in the country.
How to select the right lighting for your living room, according to design pros
architecturaldigest.in · 2 minOne can achieve ambient lighting by using various fixtures such as cove, strip or recessed lights, table lamps, wall sconces, and chandeliers. “Ambient lighting is critical to creating a mood, especially in the absence of light automation.
In China, Marriage Rates Are Down and ‘Bride Prices’ Are Up
The New York Times · 6 minThe 30 women sat in wooden chairs, facing each other in a rectangular formation. At the front of the room was the ruling Communist Party’s hammer and sickle logo, with a sign declaring the meeting’s purpose: “Symposium of unmarried young women of the right age.”
Tips for Shopping for Budget- and Eco-Friendly Refurbished Products
The Washington Post · 5 minThe trick to buying something refurbished is to know what you want and from whom you are buying.
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The rise of the TikTok scold
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7 ways you're making your home look cheap, according to a luxury interior designer
insider.com · 6 minRehman, 23, is an interior designer and the owner of the Bilal Rehman Studio based in Houston, Texas. Rehman designs for people of all incomes, but he got his start in luxury decor, specializing in high-end spaces.
Why Your Electrical Stuff Sometimes Stops Working Until You Push the Magic Red Button
Lifehacker · 4 minI was once this close to buying an entirely new refrigerator when ours stopped working. As I remember it, we had a power outage during a storm, and everything except the fridge came back online just fine.
Everything we know about Chinese app Temu. It sells a weird variety of things for cheap — and has some wondering if it's legit.
Business Insider · 7 minIn just a few months, e-commerce app Temu has stormed its way to the top of the download charts and is gaining attention for its bargain prices, which are so low that some shoppers think the website must be a scam.
Bad bets, dysfunction: Inside the collapse of the Skid Row Housing Trust
Los Angeles Times · 15 minIn 2016, hoarding by the tenants of more than two dozen downtown residential buildings had become so pervasive that employees felt it posed a health and safety hazard. The Skid Row Housing Trust, a nonprofit that owned the buildings, hired a specialist — clinical psychologist Danielle Schlichter.
A trust lesson on banking from a CIBC letter to clients about changes to their GICs
The Globe and Mail · 3 minCanadian banks have done nothing to alarm anyone about their health lately, but their customers will still be watching them with hypervigilance because of recent events in global banking.
Window AC units and air purifiers in the US are about to get more energy-efficient
The Verge · 3 minWindow air conditioners and portable air purifiers will need to get more efficient to comply with new federal standards in the US. The new rules are expected to cut consumer electricity bills by $1.
Costly money mistakes you’re making over and over — without even knowing it
Toronto Star · 3 minShining a light on the most common — and often unconscious — money mistakes is usually enough to motivate people to take action with their finances. These are the most pesky and costly ones, with a few tips to set you on the right track. It won’t.
Expert Advice On How To Start A Business With Little Or No Money
Forbes · 3 minStarting a business is a dream for many people, but investing a considerable amount of money can be daunting. However, starting a business with little or no money is possible with the right mindset and approach.
Millennial, Who Bought Home for $1M and Pays No Mortgage, Shares 5 Homebuying Tips
Yahoo · 3 minA couple of weeks ago, we told you about Shayla Mulzac, a 30-year-old Brooklyn native who took to TikTok to share how she pays zero mortgage on her million-dollar home. And we got lots of feedback – from some who were impressed and others who were suspicious.
3 red flags that prove it might be time to quit your job: 'Go out and make your own growth'
CNBC · 4 minIn 2009, Amy Porterfield had a comfortable job as the director of content development at Anthony (Tony) Robbins Companies. She had a regular paycheck, she had paid vacation, she was eligible for promotions but at some point she realized she wanted more.
Medicare Advantage plans seem enticing, but here are 12 things to consider before signing up
Fortune · 3 minIf you’re considering changing your Medicare Advantage plan, or moving over to Traditional Medicare during open enrollment, here’s an essential list of things to do—and not to do—before you make a decision. 1.
You no longer need a college degree to work at these 7 companies
Business Insider · 4 minYou used to need a college degree to work at these companies. Not anymore. After the Great Recession, degree requirements locked out nearly two-thirds of American workers from millions of good-paying jobs that didn't actually call for a four-year college education, according to a 2017 report.
A man woke up unable to walk. It turned out vitamin B12 was inactivated in his body after he took laughing gas.
insider.com · 7 minWhen Vito Oliveri first tried nitrous oxide in his twenties he didn't expect a legal drug that gives a quick high to temporarily paralyze him and his fiancée years later, leaving them unable to walk their four dogs.
Don’t Fall for This Fake Parking Ticket Scam
Lifehacker · 4 minGetting a parking ticket sucks, and the easiest way to put one out of your mind might be to pay it as soon as possible—a fact scammers are taking advantage of using fake tickets that trick you into making payments for violations you weren’t actually cited for.
A Rivian buyer got his dream car after a 3-year wait. Days later, the car was dead and he faced a $2,100 bill.
Business Insider · 5 minWhen Chase Merrill took his first ride in his new Rivian R1S, it was instantly his favorite car he had ever driven. Merrill, 24, put down a deposit on an R1S three years ago at the urging of family members who also own Rivians.
There’s Only One Way Out of My $30,000 Credit Card Debt
Slate · 9 minI am in a bind. My husband and I find ourselves in our mid-30s, our first kid on the way, and $30,000 in credit card debt. I know.
Das: Is A Full-Blown Global Banking Crisis In The Offing?
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How to save America’s public transit systems from a doom spiral
Vox · 17 minDon’t let buses and subways become another casualty of the pandemic. America’s largest public transportation systems are facing their greatest challenge in generations — a crisis with the potential to decimate their service, cripple local economies, and diminish quality of life.