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Misuse Of Flock’s Cameras Is Sending Innocent People To Jail | Dispatch 0 (0)

Flock Safety cameras are marketed as a tool to help police solve crimes, but Business Insider found that errors and failures to verify its alerts have put innocent people in harm’s way. We examined the records of one California city where in two years, 71% of 1,427 felony and stolen-vehicle alerts were misreads. Elsewhere, we identified drivers who’d been stopped, injured, or jailed after Flock leads went wrong. Flock says its alerts are investigative leads, not definitive proof. 00:00 – Intro 01:15 – How Flock Cameras Work 02:44 – Roseville, California 05:12 – Toledo, Ohio 07:19 – Maurice Walters’ Arrest [See More…]

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What New Merchant Marine Academy Plebes Go Through On Day Zero | Boot Camp 0 (0)

We got an inside look at what it’s like on the first day for new plebes at the US Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. 287 plebe candidates arrived on campus for the beginning of “indoctrination,” a 16-day period full of intense mental and physical tests. During our visit, we saw plebe candidates getting their heads shaved, learning proper movements and responses, and enduring an event known as “the Grinder,” where their instructional cadre commands and corrects them with loud intensity. After an emotional farewell to their families, the plebe candidates take their first steps toward becoming licensed [See More…]

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Inside The Hospital Kitchen Run By A Michelin-Starred Chef 0 (0)

Hospitals are notorious for bad food. When patients eat poorly, it can increase the price of their stay by 30%, and malnourishment costs the US healthcare system billions each year. But offering good food isn’t easy. Many hospitals operate on negative margins. Some have a budget of as little as $4 per patient meal according to US Foods. Now, one New York City medical network is changing the cliche thanks to an unexpected character: a Michelin-starred chef. We paid a visit to learn how Northwell Health went from getting one-star food reviews to serving up five-star dishes like seared scallops [See More…]

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Inside The Busiest Kitchen On Uber Eats That Makes Indian And Pakistani Food 0 (0)

Aga’s Restaurant is one of the busiest in the country, serving 4,000 customers every day at its main location in Houston. Its Pakistani and Indian menu features more than 100 items, all made fresh daily. It has also transformed into the busiest single-location restaurant on Uber Eats. Pulling that off takes a huge team and nonstop coordination. Here’s how Aga’s keeps up with the staggering demand. 00:00 – Intro 01:52 – Kitchen Prep 07:01 – From Failing Restaurant to Food Factory 09:57 – Teamwork 11:35 – Lunch With a Local Food Blogger 13:18 – How Immigrants are Shaping the Food [See More…]

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How Uber Uses AI To Charge You More 0 (0)

Uber once sold riders on a simple promise: Order a car right from your phone for less than a taxi. One major change happened behind the scenes: up-front pricing. Instead of relying on a predictable rate based largely on time and distance, Uber now uses algorithms and a range of real-time factors to determine what riders pay and what drivers earn. Since then, prices have risen dramatically. From 2018 to 2022, average Uber fares in the US rose 83%, nearly four times the annual rate of inflation. And when Business Insider employees requested the same UberX ride at the same [See More…]

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Breaking Down My $159,000 Salary In Brooklyn, New York | Cost Of Living 0 (0)

Devonte Duncan, 27, lives in Brooklyn, New York, and works as a software engineer at a tech company, earning $159,000 a year. After reaching a six-figure salary, his spending quickly caught up with his income and led him into debt. Now, Devonte takes a much more deliberate approach to his finances, balancing stricter budgeting with a lifestyle that still allows him to enjoy his money. In this episode of Cost of Living, Devonte breaks down exactly how he earns, spends, budgets, and invests while living in one of the most expensive cities in the US. For more from Devonte: http://www.youtube.com/@doseofdevy [See More…]

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We Followed A Drone 1,800 Miles From UK Factory To Ukraine Frontline | Dispatch 0 (0)

Ukraine has become a global leader in drone tech, but it still needs Western weapons and planes in its fight against Russia. Business Insider gained access to one company building high-tech reconnaissance drones in Wales, then took a 1,800-mile journey east to join an army unit in southeastern Ukraine deploying the drones in the hunt for Russian targets. 00:00 – Intro 00:54 – The Factory In Wales 05:16 – The 1,800 Mile Journey To Ukraine 07:36 – With the Black Forest Brigade In Ukraine 11:28 – Credits —————————————————— #ukraine #russiaukrainewar #dronetechnology #dronewarfare #dispatch WATCH MORE: On The Ground Inside Ukraine’s [See More…]

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How Ferrero Makes Millions Of Chocolates In America 0 (0)

We went behind the scenes to see how Ferrero, an Italian company, is building a confectionery empire in the US, from spending billions on buying iconic American brands, to investing in new factories and an R&D lab, and even creating a new Nutella flavor specifically for Americans. Read “Nutella’s empire is making a multibillion-dollar play for America’s snack market”: https://bit.ly/3SCDqSs 00:00 – Intro 01:42 – Inside the Franklin Park Factory 02:01 – Buying American Brands 06:47 – Investing In R&D 09:23 – How Nutella Was Invented 10:18 – Nutella Peanut 11:10 – Ferrero’s Ingredient Sourcing 12:50 – Ferrero’s Bloomington Chocolate [See More…]

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Why Greece’s $1 Billion Feta Industry Could Be At Risk 0 (0)

Greece produces more authentic feta cheese than any other country. The cheese is so valuable, it’s nicknamed “white gold.” But two forces are threatening Greece’s historical grip on feta. A pair of diseases has led to the death of hundreds of thousands of sheep and goats. Meanwhile, other countries, including the US, are challenging Greece’s legal claim to the name “feta” on the global stage. So what does all this mean for generations-old producers? And what does this mean for the global supply of authentic feta? 00:00 – Intro 01:21 – How feta is made 03:27 – Original Greek feta [See More…]

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Meet The Professional Mermaid Inspiring Adults To Play Again 0 (0)

Sponsored by 2026 Toyota RAV4 Redefining Adulthood spotlights people who’ve discovered that making time for the things they love doesn’t distract from adulthood; it enriches it. Whether through a hobby or a career, their passions have led to purpose, community, and a life that’s uniquely their own. In this episode, meet Néa Dune, a professional mermaid, certified free diver, and ocean conservationist who transformed a childhood fascination into an unconventional career. What began with a homemade tail has grown into a life dedicated to teaching aspiring mermaids, advocating for marine ecosystems, and helping others rediscover the power of imagination and [See More…]