A World Bank report shows that it's more likely for kids from modest backgrounds to move up in the world in most other countries than it is in the US.

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31 countries where the 'American Dream' is more attainable than in the US

31 countries where the 'American Dream' is more attainable than in the US

A World Bank report shows that it's more likely for kids from modest backgrounds to move up in the world in most other countries than it is in the US.

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McDonald's just launched its first new type of restaurant since the drive-thru — here's what it's like to eat there

McDonald's just launched its first new type of restaurant since the drive-thru — here's what it's like to eat there

A new McDonald's in London is designed exclusively for takeout orders, and is completely devoid of tables, chairs, and decor.

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UBS sent its bankers an email listing books like 'Charlotte's Web' to help them deal with change as it reportedly mulls job cuts. Read the internal email here.

UBS sent its bankers an email listing books like 'Charlotte's Web' to help them deal with change as it reportedly mulls job cuts. Read the internal email here.

Sam Kendall sent a list to UBS bankers with books he said would prepare them for change. This comes amid reports the bank is considering job cuts.

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This former Googler says he's so tired of the astronomical housing prices in San Francisco that he bought land in Austin, Texas instead

This former Googler says he's so tired of the astronomical housing prices in San Francisco that he bought land in Austin, Texas instead

"None of my San Francisco or Bay Area friends were surprised," Singer told us of his relocation. "They're like, 'It's totally reasonable to leave.'"

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The best places to buy engagement rings online

The best places to buy engagement rings online

My fiancé and I bought my engagement ring online, so after personally going through tons of stores, here are the best places to shop for your ring.

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Amazon Web Services just shared some mind-boggling statistics on how it dealt with Prime Day, Amazon's biggest shopping event ever

Amazon Web Services just shared some mind-boggling statistics on how it dealt with Prime Day, Amazon's biggest shopping event ever

AWS plans for months for Prime Day. Selling over 175 million items created billions of behind-the-scenes transactions. Here's the rundown.

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Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal 'for the baddest mother-f----- in the game belt' is a bout Dana White wants, but it leaves Conor McGregor in the cold

Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal 'for the baddest mother-f----- in the game belt' is a bout Dana White wants, but it leaves Conor McGregor in the cold

A welterweight ruckus between Floridian fighter Masvidal and Stockton striker Diaz ostracizes the UFC's former posterboy Conor McGregor.

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9 visionary predictions tech execs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs made before 2000 that came true

9 visionary predictions tech execs like Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs made before 2000 that came true

Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Jeff Bezos all made predictions before the turn of millennium that are still coming true today.

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Governments around the world are considering taxing red meat like tobacco in an effort to curb climate change

Governments around the world are considering taxing red meat like tobacco in an effort to curb climate change

A recent study found the measure could prevent almost 6,000 deaths a year and save nearly $850 million in healthcare costs.

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The top 9 shows on Netflix and other streaming services this week

The top 9 shows on Netflix and other streaming services this week

This week's most in-demand streaming shows include Amazon's "The Boys," DC Universe's "Titans," and Netflix's "13 Reasons Why."

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