A Florida Uber driver who makes $3,000 a month to supplement her healing business said driving is fulfilling but a headache: 'I'm flying by the seat of the algorithm'

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Hiedi Handford drives part-time in the Fort Lauderdale area.

Noah Sheidlower

The solar eclipse is causing a flurry of excitement, and businesses want to cash in. Here are some of the best promotions and tie-ins.

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A California McDonald's franchisee says he's leaving 'no stone unturned' in his quest to save money over the $20 minimum wage

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McDonald's meals are seen at the shopping mall in Krakow, Poland on January 10, 2024.

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Millions of people are traveling to see the total eclipse. Hotels, motels, and skydiving operators are making bank on it.

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A map shows where the moon's shadow will cross the US during the April 8 total solar eclipse.

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The US-China relationship appears to be warming up, but Russia could still be a sticking point

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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen meeting Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Sunday.

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Small businesses like restaurants and cafés are now offering childcare to prevent employee turnover

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US childcare costs are crushing employees.

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Insider Today: Meet the HENRYs

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Your credit card company is looking for new ways to screw you over

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Cred card issuers are very good at getting money out of people. There are all sorts of levers they will use to make up for reduced late fees.

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There is no loneliness epidemic

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Is there really a loneliness epidemic?

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A millennial shared how her family is pursuing their American dream after moving from Scotland to Florida. She's enjoying the beaches and weather but finds Florida can be expensive.

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Amber Peacock and her husband in Key West, Florida.
Amber Peacock and her husband in Key West, Florida.

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