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• How to make a conference call on your iPhone with up to 5 participants

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  It's easy to quickly make conference calls on an iPhone.
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  You can place a conference call on your iPhone with up to five total participants.
  To start a conference call, use the add call button to dial a new participant and tap merge calls.You can drop individual participants by tapping the blue 'i' at the top of the screen.Visit Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories.
  You might not realize it, but your iPhone is capable of making conference calls with up
  
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• The 9 best women's loafers that will become instant classics in your wardrobe

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  Loafers are a classic shoe with endless variations.Below are 9 of our all-time favorite pairs, from brands like Everlane and M.Gemi.
  For other shoe styles, check out our guides to the best flats and best white sneakers.
  Table of Contents: Masthead StickyLoafers, like a great pair of flats, are rare in their sheer versatility and practicality. You can wear t
  
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• PwC chairman Bob Moritz on the importance of being an agile leader

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  Bob Moritz, chairman of professional services firm PwC.
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  PwC Chairman Bob Moritz thinks agility is an important skill for young people to cultivate.
  Young leaders should learn to adapt to new jobs and challenges.
  It's an important leadership skill that many well-known executives have touted.This article is part of a series called "Secrets of Success," which examines specific leadership tips from prominent business leaders.The most important skill Bob Morit
  
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• The 4 best whitening toothpastes of 2021, according to dentists

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  Whitening toothpaste helps remove surface stains from teeth.
  We spoke to 4 dentists on what to look for in a whitening toothpaste that won't hurt your teeth or gums.
  Our top choice, Colgate Total SF, is effective, ADA-approved, and budget-friendly.
  Whether you're a coffee addict, ex-smoker, or just want to polish your smile a little brighter, virtually everyone wants whiter teeth. There are all kinds of intensive options available, from whitening strips to in-o
  
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• A Republican congressman refused to shake hands with a DC police officer beaten by Trump loyalists on Jan. 6, according to 2 House members

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  D.C. Metropolitan Police Department Officer Michael Fanone, addresses the media after a meeting with Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, to urge Republican senators to support a bipartisan commission to investigate the events of January 6th attack on the Capitol, on Thursday, May 27, 2021.
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  Rep. Andrew Clyde refused to shake hands with Michael Fanone, a DC police officer who was assaulted on Jan. 6.Two members of Congress shared Fanone's story on Tuesday via Twitter."Fanone in
  
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• The 10 best bird feeders in 2021

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  There are a variety of bird feeder designs for attracting different species of birds to your yard.
  We consulted experts from the Audubon Society and Project FeederWatch for this guide.
  These are the 10 best bird feeders, including hopper, tube, suet, and hummingbird feeders.
  This article was medically reviewed by Ericka Wade, DVM, a veterinarian at Burke County Animal Hospital,
  
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• I used ResortPass to book affordable poolside day-cations at luxury hotels - here's why I'll be using it all summer

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  The rooftop pool deck at the SLS Beverly Hills.
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  ResortPass allows you to access hotel pools and other amenities without paying a nightly room fee.
  I found it to be a great option for remote work, a special occasion, or a family day at the pool.
  I booked three ResortPass visits at top hotels around LA. Here's what my experience was like.
  ResortPass at a glance:What is ResortPass? ResortPas
  
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• Amazon Prime Day kicks off in less than 5 days. Here's everything we know, plus all the early deals available now including $40 off Echo Buds

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  Planning for and shopping during Amazon Prime Day can be a little overwhelming. We're here to help.
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  Amazon Prime Day 2021 is less than a week away, on June 21-22.
  Prime members can get some of the lowest prices of the year on Amazon devices and services.
  Want more great deals from Insider Reviews? Sign up for our newsletter here.
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• The best early Apple Watch deals for Prime Day 2021 you can get right now

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  If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more.Apple; Alyssa Powell/InsiderTable of Contents: Masthead StickyThe Apple Watch is our favorite smartwatch. It's easy to use, comes with a variety of health tracking features, and has a polished design with plenty of customization options. But it's not cheap, which is why Amazon Prime Day 2021 is a great time to shop for an Apple Watch. Last year on Amazon Prime Day, we saw discounts across Apple's entire Apple Wat
  
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• The best 4K TVs in 2021 for sharp, colorful images and reliable streaming

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  4K TVs are available at many price points and performance levels.
  The best 4K TVs balance picture and smart features for stunning images and reliable streaming.
  With its sharp OLED panel and next-gen gaming support, LG's CX is our pick for best 4K TV overall.
  4K Ultra HD (UHD) TVs have become the norm for any buyer looking to purchase a new display in 2021. However, while all 4K TVs offer a resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels, picture quality and smart connectiv
  
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• CureVac's COVID-19 shot just failed in a large trial, a major setback for the Gates-backed biotech

  16-06-2021 23:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  CureVac's experimental COVID-19 vaccine failed in a pivotal clinical study, the biotech said Wednesday.
  It's the first late-stage study to flop, with CureVac's vaccine showing 47% effectiveness.
  The German biotech saw its stock price drop by more than 50% in post-market trading.See more stories on Insider's business page.
  A COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by the German biotech CureVac failed in a critical late-
  
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• The 10 best astrology books, according to professional astrologers

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  Astrology is about so much more than your Sun sign.
  Understanding your birth chart, for example, can help you make career or relationship decisions.
  We rounded up 10 great astrology books recommended by astrologers.
  Throughout centuries, astrology has been used to help us understand ourselves better. By looking towards the planets and cosmos, astrologers can gain key insights about a person, including personality traits, interests, and even hardships based on their birth chart (a map of what wa
  
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• 10 Democrats and 11 Republicans sign onto bipartisan infrastructure deal, but nobody knows what's in it

  16-06-2021 23:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President Joe Biden unveils part of his infrastructure plan in Pittsburgh on March 31.
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  Eleven Republican senators and ten Democrats issued a statement saying they support a bipartisan infrastructure package.
  That figure of Republicans could be enough for the skinny plan to clear the chamber, but some Democrats are already against it.
  Details on the bipartisan framework have been scarce.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  A group of eleven Republican and ten
  
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• 4 unhealthy aspects of the current US economy, according to Janet Yellen

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  Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen discussed "destructive forces" in the economy in Senate Finance testimony.
  They include wage inequality, racial inequality, the climate crisis, and the labor force participation rate.
  All of those factors existed before the pandemic, but many have been exacerbated.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  The coronavirus pandemic has thrown into relief some of the hidden realities of the American economy, from low wages to income inequ
  
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• The 31 best thriller books to read this summer

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  Thriller books are naturally enticing, fast-paced fiction reads with notorious plot twists.
  The best thrillers offer plenty of suspense and mystery throughout the novel.
  This list has a wide variety of popular books, including crime and psychological thrillers.
  Known for their shocking twists and turns, thrillers have taken the book industry by storm over the last several years for o
  
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• The DOJ has closed its criminal investigation into Trump's former national security advisor John Bolton over his explosive book

  16-06-2021 22:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  The DOJ has closed its criminal probe into John Bolton's book, NYT reported.
  The DOJ under Trump sued Bolton to block the release of the book, alleging a breach of contract.
  It also claimed the book contained classified information and could hurt national security.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  The Justice Department has shuttered its criminal investigation into whether former national security advisor John Bolton revealed classified infor
  
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• 5 easy ways to protect yourself from being hacked, according to a former NSA hacker

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  President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin met Wednesday at the Geneva summit where they discussed cybersecurity issues between Russia and the US.
  In a time where companies, celebrities, and even governments are coming under cyber-attacks, getting hacked might seem inevitable.
  According to former NSA hacker David Kennedy, there are steps you can take to prevent it from happening to you.
  Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.
  Following is a transcript of the video.Davi
  
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• The Manhattan DA reportedly hasn't flipped the would-be star witness in its Trump investigation. Allen Weisselberg may be holding out for the best deal possible.

  16-06-2021 22:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Donald Trump, Allen Weisselberg, and Donald Trump Jr. in 2017.
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  Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg reportedly still isn't cooperating with prosecutors.
  Legal experts say as a prospective key witness, he may be holding out for the best possible deal.
  Weisselberg also may never cooperate with the Manhattan DA's inquiry into the Trump Organization.
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  The Manhattan District Attorney's Office is still tr
  
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• Gov. Abbott says Texas will spend $250 million to build its own border wall where the Trump administration was trying to build one

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  Gov. Abbott said Texas was spending $250 million to start funding a wall at its border with Mexico.
  On Wednesday, the state opened a website where Texans could donate to help fund the wall.
  Abbott also demanded Biden return land taken by the Trump administration for its border wall.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas said the state was funding a $250 million down payment to help pay for its own wall at the Texas-Mexico border."That's a quarter of a billi
  
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• Top progressives come out swinging against possible gas tax in bipartisan infrastructure plan since it would hurt lower-income Americans

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  Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont).
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  Progressives are assailing the idea of indexing the gas tax to inflation, which forms part of the infrastructure blueprint.
  "Indexing the gas tax is just a way to raise taxes on working people next year instead of this year," a top Democrat said Wednesday.
  The possible bump to the gas tax could generate only $35 billion over a decade.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Some key progressives are swinging at one particular provisio
  
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• Biden apologized for losing his temper when a CNN reporter pressed him on Putin, saying he 'shouldn't have been such a wise guy'

  16-06-2021 22:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President Joe Biden speaking with reporters before boarding Air Force One in Geneva on Wednesday.
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  President Joe Biden apologized for losing his temper with a CNN reporter on Wednesday.
  "I shouldn't have been such a wise guy," he told reporters.
  CNN's Kaitlan Collins had pressed Biden on his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  President Joe Biden on Wednesday expressed regret over losing his temper when the CNN Whi
  
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• 'Cash is king': Buyers who can liquidate high-yield assets are boxing first-time homeowners out of the hectic real estate market, real estate agents say

  16-06-2021 22:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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  Waiving appraisal contingencies has become a popular tactic for winning a bidding war.
  That means if an appraisal falls short, the buyer is on the hook for coming up with the extra cash.
  This is making it more challenging for first-time homebuyers to find a house, realtors say.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  If you want to nab a home in today's wild real estate market, you better have tons of cash, realtors say. Prices have risen, inventory is low
  
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• Dow tumbles 264 points as the Fed says it's likely to raise interest rates sooner than expected

  16-06-2021 22:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  Jerome Powell holds a news conference in Washington
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  US stocks fell after the Federal Reserve's projections suggested that the central bank will raise its benchmark interest rate two times in 2023.
  As expected, the FOMC also elected to hold rates near zero and make no changes to its asset purchase program.
  The 10-year Treasury yield rose and gold fell 1.3%.
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  US stocks fell and bond yields rose after Federal Reserve
  
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• Palantir's CEO says his company's stock is a retail favorite because they respect the intelligence of the day-trading community

  16-06-2021 21:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Alexander Karp, chief executive officer and co-founder of Palantir Technologies Inc., attends the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference on July 7, 2015 in Sun Valley, Idaho. Scott Olson/Getty Images
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  Palantir's CEO said the company is a retail-trader favorite because it makes bold, clear statements.
  The data-mining company has "many of the best individual investors," CEO Alex Karp said.
  Palantir has become a Reddit favorite since going public via direct listing last
  
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• Amazon's Prime Day Show features performances by Billie Eilish, Kid Cudi, and H.E.R. - here's how to watch for free on June 17

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  The Prime Day Show features musical performances from Billie Eilish, H.E.R. and Kid Cudi.
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  Amazon's Prime Day Show will stream special musical performances ahead of Prime Day 2021.
  Episodes will include Billie Eilish, H.E.R., and Kid Cudi.
  The show will be available to anyone with an Amazon account starting June 17.
  Before Prime Day 2021 kicks off with a massive selection of deals on June 21, Amazo
  
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• Bank stocks surge as Fed signals 2 interest-rate hikes before the end of 2023

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  Bank stocks jumped after new economic projections from the FOMC suggested that the central bank will raise its benchmark interest rate two times in 2023.
  The KBW Bank index spiked as much as 1.2%, with JPMorgan jumping 1.6% at intraday highs.Higher rates boost the interest income for banks, which will directly increase firms' profitability.
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  Bank stocks ticked higher after new economic projections from the
  
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• Biden gifts Putin a crystal sculpture of an American bison and custom aviators during their first face-to-face meeting at Geneva summit

  16-06-2021 21:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Joe Biden in Geneva, Switzerland.
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  Biden gave Putin a crystal sculpture of an American bison during their meeting on Wednesday.
  The president also gifted Putin a custom pair of Aviator sunglasses.
  Gift-giving is a routine practice between world leaders.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  President Joe Biden on Wednesday gifted Russian President Vladimir Putin a crystal sculpture of an American bison and a pair
  
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• The SEC charged 6 people operating a Silicon Valley insider trading ring that made nearly $2 million

  16-06-2021 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
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  The SEC charged six people with insider trading, busting a $1.7 million Silicon Valley ring.
  A revenue officer for San Jose-based Infinera allegedly passed insider information to his best friend.
  "Insider trading is part of my investment strategy," one defendant boasted on an internet message board.
  Sign up here for our daily newsletter, 10 Things Before the Opening Bell.The SEC charged six people with insider trading this week, busting a Silicon Valley ring that had gener
  
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• Putin savored the global spotlight after his direct but largely fruitless meeting with Biden

  16-06-2021 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva.
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  Biden and Putin's meeting on Wednesday ended up pretty much as expected.
  In typical Putin fashion, the Russian leader held a long, rambling press conference.
  Biden sounded cautiously optimistic about improving relations but made clear that challenges remain.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Russian President Vladimir Putin held a long, rambling press conference after his historic meeti
  
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• America's 50 richest families saw their wealth increase 10 times faster than the average US family during the pandemic

  16-06-2021 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Walton family is America's richest family.
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  Dynastic wealth is growing at 10 times the rate of the average American family's wealth, per a new IPS report.
  The 50 richest US families - many of them richer than before the pandemic - are worth $1.2 trillion.
  The 65 million families in the bottom half of US households share a combined wealth of $2.5 trillion.
  See more stories on Insider's business page.
  Dynastic wealth is growing - and it's growing faster than the av
  
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• Best Early Amazon Prime Day Fitbit Deals 2021

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  If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more.Fitbit; Alyssa Powell/Business InsiderFitbit is one of the most reputable names in fitness wearables and rightly so - the brand offers a huge variety of fitness and health trackers and smartwatches at different price points for different people's needs. Whether you're a serious runner who wants to track their mileage or someone who just wants to improve their health and set a few fitness goals, you won't have to
  
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• The best cookware sets in 2021

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  Cookware sets are an efficient way to equip your kitchen with all the basics.
  We evaluated the pros and cons of each set so you can find one that suits your needs and budget.
  The best cookware set overall is the Tramontina Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Set because its pieces are practical and durable.
  Purchasing a cookware set can be overwhelming, no matter how confident you are in the kitchen. The variety of materials and different combinations of pots and pans can
  
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