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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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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…]

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9 Ways Everyday Life Is Becoming More Expensive 0 (0)

Business Insider has spent years covering the stories behind why certain items, services, and experiences are getting more expensive, and the reasons behind higher price tags aren’t always what you think. Airports have rules to keep prices in check, but our investigation uncovered that mandatory price audits aren’t always accurate. US sports stadiums typically don’t have rules capping concession prices, though some lawmakers are attempting to change that. And subscriptions are everywhere, transforming the economy from one where we own products to one where we can rent just about anything. We dug deep to understand nine aspects of everyday life [See More…]

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The Fight To Make Expensive Stadium Food Illegal 0 (0)

Food and drinks at most US sports stadiums cost significantly more than they cost outside the venue. Exclusive concession contracts, private stadium operations and restrictions on outside food have created a captive market that allows teams and vendors to charge fans more, even though many stadiums were built with taxpayer dollars. We examined some of the proposed laws that could limit concession markups and hold publicly funded stadiums more accountable for high prices. 00:00 – Intro 01:21 – Concessionaire Control 04:05 – Corporate Ownership 06:05 – Concession Prices Today 08:28 – Captive Audience in Stadiums 09:35 – New Bills 13:19 [See More…]

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The Real Reason Beef Prices Are So Expensive 0 (0)

Ground beef just hit a record $6.89 a pound, up 80% since 2019 — and nobody along the supply chain sees relief coming. Ranchers like Eric Gropper point to years of drought that have shrunk cattle herds to their lowest level in decades. Meanwhile, meatpackers have been hammered by labor shortages and plant closures. And restaurants have had no choice but to keep raising prices. But how much of this is the market, and how much is manipulation? Since the late 1970s, just four companies — Tyson, JBS, Cargill, and National Beef — have come to control roughly 80% of [See More…]