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FDA approves new 'spiral' tampon shape
The Guardian - 15 Aug 2023 13:00
For the first time in decades, the products could get a significant update, which makers say better absorbs fluid It's been over 90 years since Tampax created the first modern tampons, and the product's design remains mo...
Elon Musk studied Napoleon's leadership style, author Walter Isaacson says
New York Post - 15 Aug 2023 17:51
Musk reportedly "likes military history" and "believes there are lessons that apply to corporate life," Walter Isaacson says.
L.A. doesn't love N.Y. over 'We're No. 1' seaport claims
L.A. Times - 15 Aug 2023 12:00
The East Coast's busiest port complex has periodically proclaimed itself the nation's largest for container cargo. The myth could cost California foreign trade jobs.
We converted a $12,000 shuttle bus into a tiny house on wheels. Here's what it's like living in it full time and how we did it.
Business Insider - 15 Aug 2023 11:37Mark Zuckerberg dismisses Elon Musk's latest attempt to egg him into a backyard fight: 'Mark takes this sport seriously and isn't going to fight someone who randomly shows up at his door'
Business Insider - 15 Aug 2023 02:29Warren Buffett betting on big homebuilders while cutting GM stake
New York Post - 15 Aug 2023 01:15
The investments were disclosed in a regulatory filing that detailed Berkshire's US-listed stock holdings, which comprise most of its $353.4 billion equity portfolio, as of June 30.
Nestlé Recalls Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough After Wood Chips Found
Forbes - 15 Aug 2023 04:39
Nestlé USA is recalling batches of their 16.5 ounce Nestlé Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough "break and bake" Bar products.
The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Picking a Medicare Plan
Wall Street Journal - 15 Aug 2023 16:00
Medicare can be confusing--so many choices, so much jargon. But it pays to do a little homework and pick the plan that's right for you.
Understanding Creator And Labor Marketplaces As A Founder
Forbes - 15 Aug 2023 13:15
Startup leaders can consider engaging in work marketplaces for expert- or task-related projects that don't require a full-time budget.
Peter Morici: Strict limits on AI would harm unionized actors and writers
Market Watch - 15 Aug 2023 19:28
Actors and writers who allow more liberal use of their likenesses and creative work would thrive
Opioid Settlement Money Is Being Spent on Police Cars and Overtime
The New York Times - 15 Aug 2023 02:03
As states and counties spend the first wave of billions of dollars from the pharmaceutical industry, public health groups are challenging how some funds are being used.
Sam Bankman-Fried Accused Of Using $100 Million In Stolen Funds On Political Donations
Forbes - 15 Aug 2023 00:46
A new indictment Monday marked the latest chapter in Sam Bankman-Fried's legal troubles following the collapse of FTX.
Amazon Pay Adds BNPL Option for Prime Visa and Amazon Visa Cardholders
Retail Touch Points - 15 Aug 2023 22:08
Prime Visa and Amazon Visa cardmembers can now make equal monthly payments for items they purchase on tens of thousands of participating online retail sites when they use Amazon Pay. Consumers will be able to split payme...
PayPal Names Intuit Exec as New President/CEO
Retail Touch Points - 15 Aug 2023 17:40
PayPal Holdings has named long-time Intuit executive Alex Chriss as its new President and CEO, effective Sept. 27, 2023. The appointment follows a search process conducted over the past several months with the mandate to...
Jury awards $612 million to Fannie and Freddie shareholders
American Banker - 15 Aug 2023 17:25
The verdict ends a decade-long lawsuit over the Federal Housing Finance Agency's amendment to a stock repurchase agreement in 2012.
: China's youth job market is a nightmare. It's changing the face of the country.
Market Watch - 15 Aug 2023 17:01
A new generation of unemployed, frustrated young people is now refusing marriage and parenthood, and its means to contribute to the country's tepid consumer market are modest at best.
Dialpad launches generative AI trained on 5 years of proprietary conversational data
Venture Beat - 15 Aug 2023 16:39
In the latest example of smaller, domain-specific LLMs trained on proprietary data, today Dialpad announced the launch of DialpadGPT.
Economic Report: U.S. retail sales post biggest gain in six months. Amazon Prime Day delivers.
Market Watch - 15 Aug 2023 16:21
Sales at U.S. retailers rose 0.7% in July and posted the biggest increase in six months, helped by strong Internet sales on Amazon Prime Day.
Phishing scams targeting small business on social media including Meta are a 'gold mine' for criminals
CNBC - 15 Aug 2023 16:04
Small business owners say social media giants including Meta aren't doing enough to prevent them from becoming hacking victims.
DeSantis calls on Disney to drop lawsuit against him, warns company is 'going to lose'
New York Post - 15 Aug 2023 15:54
Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is re-upping his call for Disney to drop its lawsuit against him and other state officials, warning the company it is "going to lose."
First Mover Americas: Europe's First Spot Bitcoin ETF Opens in Holland
Coin Desk - 15 Aug 2023 14:39
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for August 15, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk's daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.