This $150,000 dog is the new status symbol

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This Svalinn-trained protection dog costs $150,000.

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According to New York Magazine, there's a new status symbol dog for the very rich. It's not a Goldendoodle (or any doodle mix) — or even anything you can fit in a purse.

Gen Zers don't know how to flirt. Experts say it could make dating better.

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Gen Zers are ditching traditional flirting methods, and experts say it could be attributed to the rise in dating apps and social media.

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It's official: McDonald's should stick to unhealthy food

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McDonald's whole thing is that it is not some beacon of health.

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Justin Bieber performed at an Ambani pre-wedding party for family and friends. Here's a look at the exclusive guest list.

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Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on July 5 at their sangeet.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on July 5 at their sangeet.

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The 2 social media apps Gen Z and millennials can agree on

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Gen Z and millennials share some social media preferences.

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Parenting influencers in Illinois must now pay their children if they feature in videos. Experts say it's about time.

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Parenting influencers in Illinois now have to set aside 15% of their earnings for their kids (stock image.)

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A box labeled 'broken porcelain' stored for decades in an attic turned out to be Chinese antiques worth $200,000

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A small pink and white Chinese ceramic bowl that has been broken and glued back together, that sold at auction in June 2024 for $6,300.
This small broken bowl sold for $6,300.

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'Hawk Tuah Girl' has our attention. Next, she would like our money.

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Hailey "Hawk Tuah" Welch has big plans, her management team tells BI.

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Where did all the lifeguards go?

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Lifeguard shortages have devastated America's pools and beaches since 2020. It's not clear when the lifeguards will be back.

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Biden needs the TikTok generation. His awful debate won't help.

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