If you dream of location independence, or being able to quit your 9-5 job and create a life of freedom, making money online is a great way to make it happen. However, there are both pros and cons of building your own online business to be aware of before you get started. Running a successful online business has the power to totally transform your life. I currently have a few different online businesses and I can’t even imagine going back to a traditional job. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re willing to put in the work, the rewards can…
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Five Israeli soldiers have been killed in Gaza, the military says, in one of the deadliest incidents of its kind since the war began in October. Israeli media say the troops were killed when they were mistakenly hit by Israeli tank fire on Wednesday. It happened in Jabalia in northern Gaza, where Israeli forces are battling Hamas fighters. Troops went back into the town this week after previously pulling out, saying Hamas had regrouped there. Tens of thousands of civilians have fled Jabalia since Saturday, when the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched an operation with air strikes. Troops re-entered Jabalia…
HSBC Holdings Plc is leaning towards appointing its next chief executive officer from a shortlist of internal candidates as it begins its hunt for a successor to outgoing boss Noel Quinn. Chief Financial Officer Georges Elhedery and Nuno Matos, head of wealth and personal banking, are viewed as the leading replacements for Quinn, who announced his retirement last month, according to people familiar with the matter. The bank has engaged an external recruitment firm to benchmark them against external candidates for the job, some of the people said, asking not to be identified discussing an internal process. The search is…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China for a two-day state visit, as the two countries look to further deepen a relationship that has grown closer since Moscow invaded Ukraine more than two years ago. The visit comes days after Russia launched a new offensive in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, and as it claims advances on the 1,000km (600-mile) long front line where Kyiv’s forces have been hampered by delayed deliveries of weapons and ammunitions from the United States. Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping declared a “no limits” partnership between Russia and China days before Putin sent…
It’s that moment you’ve been waiting for all year: Google I/O keynote day! Google kicked off its developer conference each year with a rapid-fire stream of announcements, including many unveilings of recent things it’s been working on. Brian already kicked us off by sharing what we are expecting. Since you might not have had time to watch the whole two-hour presentation Tuesday, we took that on and delivered quick hits of the biggest news from the keynote as they were announced, all in an easy-to-digest, easy-to-skim list. Privacy concerns over AI voice call scans Google showcased a demo of…
Back in the 90s, Jeff Bezos went on record as hoping his employees would wake up on the wrong side of the bed—for the greater good, or for the customer at the very least. Today marks the anniversary of when the former online bookstore went public in 1997 with an original IPO price of $18 per share, catapulting Bezos into millionaire status almost immediately. Now, Amazon shares are going for $185.99 each as of market close, Bezos is worth more than $200 billion, and the company sells almost everything under the sun (including, but really not limited, to books). A…
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express offers frequent travelers several ways to add elements of luxury to their travel plans. From flight discounts to hotel elite status and a comprehensive airport lounge access benefit, the Amex Business Platinum Card delivers unparalleled travel perks that you can only find with a premium travel rewards card. The card does come with a $695 annual fee (see rates and fees). However, the plethora of travel perks and a generous welcome bonus for new applicants can offset this fee. Let’s dig into one of my favorite benefits of the card — the…
Joe Biden and Donald Trump have agreed to participate in two televised presidential debates in June and September. CNN announced the 27 June event on Tuesday, and said it would take place in the key swing state of Georgia. A second debate on 10 September will be hosted by ABC. The announcement came shortly after President Biden laid out his terms for facing his predecessor in a live forum ahead of November’s election. CNN said there will be no audience at June’s debate in Atlanta, which will be moderated by hosts Jake Tapper and Dana Bash. ABC has yet to…
Swiss-based, New York-listed running shoe business On is on an upward sprint. Its signature cratered shoes have become a favorite of runners worldwide, even though it’s been around for fewer years than some of its peers. The timing couldn’t be better as more people have turned to running as their chosen form of exercise since the COVID-19 pandemic—a trend that On is cashing in on. The company, backed by tennis icon Roger Federer, reported a 29% jump in year-over-year first-quarter sales in constant currency terms worth 508 million Swiss francs ($560 million) on Tuesday, surpassing the half-a-billion mark for the…
Thousands of people have been evacuated as enormous, out-of-control wildfires scorch large swaths of territory in western Canada, with the country grappling with what could be another devastating fire season. This week, residents of the small town of Fort Nelson, in northeastern British Columbia, were forced from their homes as a blaze grew “dramatically” in only a few days and was moving towards the community. In the neighbouring province of Alberta, authorities gave people in parts of Fort McMurray – a town at the heart of the Canadian tar sands region – about two hours to leave due to an…
Microsoft started to preview mouse and keyboard support for Xbox Cloud Gaming in March, and it’s now rolling out to everyone as a beta today. You’ll be able to start streaming and playing Xbox games with a mouse or keyboard in Edge or Chrome over at xbox.com/play. In total, 26 games will be supported at the launch of this beta, including Fortnite, Sea of Thieves, and Halo Infinite. Microsoft is also planning to let PC owners use the Xbox app later this month to select a game that has a mouse and keyboard badge in the cloud gaming section. I tried the mouse…
Posted: 5/13/2024 | May 13th, 2024 Famously known as “the Second City” (meaning second in population to New York), I feel like Chicago is often overlooked by travelers. It sees a fraction of the visitors LA and NYC receive, which is a shame, as it’s one of my favorite cities in the world. Chicago is chock-full of world-class institutions, Michelin-starred restaurants, awe-inducing architecture, and verdant parks. There is a lot to do here and the city has a really rich history. I think more people should visit. Sure, the winters are brutal. But, come spring, Chicago blossoms into a dynamic…