World’s Worst Expo is a name that’s attracting crowds in Sacramento.Hundreds gathered at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center for the free event highlighting vintage clothing and other goods.Organizers call it a movement to shop second-hand.What started as two friends bringing local vendors together to sell clothing, shoes and more, has really exploded in the…
Retail traders tell BI they’re capitalizing on market volatility driven by Trump. Increased retail trading activity has led to record inflows and high sentiment scores. Investors are divided, with some cautious due to uncertainty and others seeking opportunities. John Richardson, a 68-year-old retiree from Michigan, feels like there’s a lot of money to be made…
Mel Gibson has said he wants to “fix” the problem of stars leaving Hollywood. “A lot of people have left, and I don’t blame them,” Gibson said in a recent interview. He was recently named one of President Donald Trump’s “special envoys” to Hollywood. Mel Gibson has said he wants to help solve the problem…
Wall Street is bracing for Donald Trump’s first 100 days as he returns to the White House. Some experts are anticipating a slew of executive orders right from the start. Taxes, tariffs, deregulation, and the national deficit are top of mind for money managers. The stock market rejoiced after the November election results as investors…
The Mediterranean diet holds an eight-year streak of being the healthiest diet per doctors and dietitians. Along with similar diets like DASH, it’s rich in whole, plant-based foods like legumes and veggies. Weight loss drugs have shaken up the diet industry, but healthy eating is still key for longevity. The Mediterranean diet has been named…
Hedge fund managers who do best in choppy markets are not convinced by the post-election euphoria. These managers, like $16 billion firm Universa Investments, believe warning signs are flashing. One datapoint that markets are at a peak: Warren Buffett is holding more cash than ever. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a…
80-year-old Sheila Stothard never drives and walks everywhere. She shared her tips for staying active and healthy into older age with Business Insider. These include adding walking into your day and eating healthily. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app By clicking…
HONG KONG/TAIPEI — Chinese artificial intelligence giant SenseTime Group is using “a lot” of domestic chips, including from Huawei Technologies, to train its large language models, as part of efforts to rapidly develop a homegrown AI computing ecosystem, a senior executive told Nikkei Asia. Alvin Zou, vice president of SenseTime’s Asia Pacific operations, said the…
Dropbox has taken a page from Amazon’s book when it comes to meetings. The company uses memos in meetings, which begin with attendees reading them and leaving comments. Amazon’s Jeff Bezos famously banned PowerPoints in exec meetings, instead asking for 6-page memos. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while…
There’s a lot that a healthy lifestyle can do for your longevity. But in old age, a big part of the equation comes down to genetics. A new study suggests only a small percentage of adults will live to 100, barring a big breakthrough. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized…