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Monthly Archives: August 2022
“Lightyear” was the first Pixar movie in two years to make it to theaters. A month and a half later, it finally hits the streaming platform Disney+. Today, August 3, subscribers can watch the “Toy Story” spin-off at home. Of note, this is the first Disney and Pixar animated film on Disney+ with scenes in…
Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. Investing feels more accessible than it’s ever been. Whether you prefer a…
Apple Maps is getting a few new features in iOS 16. BigTunaOnline/Shutterstock A new feature in iOS 16 lets you add multiple stops when getting driving directions in the Maps app on your iPhone. To add multiple stops in Apple Maps, start planning a driving route, and then tap the “Add Stop” button. Once you’ve…
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Joe Manchin Drew Angerer/Getty Images Sen. Chuck Schumer and Joe Manchin agreed to a surprise $369 billion climate package on July 27. The bill could cut energy bills, make EVs affordable, create 1.5 million jobs, and save lives with cleaner air. If the Inflation Reduction Act passes, its…
Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. Investing in real estate doesn’t have to be difficult. If you’re looking…
China began military drills moments after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi touched down in Taiwan. The exercises include live-fire drills in the water and airspace surrounding Taiwan. Beijing sees an official US trip to Taiwan as an endorsement of its independent status. China’s military launched exercises near Taiwan this week shortly after US House Speaker…
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. AMY OSBORNE/AFP via Getty Images Meta is asking banks to explore its options for a bond sale, Bloomberg first reported. The firms include Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Barclay’s. Meta had previously avoided tapping the bond market. Meta is reportedly exploring options for its first ever bond sale,…
Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help make smart decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. If you spend a lot of money on groceries, it makes sense…
Stocks have appreciated five times more in value than real estate since the 1950s. That’s created more wealth for those who own stock — a group that is overwhelmingly white. During the COVID-19 period, wealth concentration in the US reached its highest level since World War II. For many Americans, homeownership represents a path to…