The Middle East, a region that encompasses many countries, including Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, is known for its oil-derived wealth.Business Insider rounded up the richest people in the Middle East based on Forbes' world billionaires ranking and the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.The wealth of many Middle Eastern individuals — particularly heads of state — is unknown, partially because nationals of many countries hide their wealth in tax havens, per Elena Ianchovichina, a World Bank economist.
18 celebrities you probably didn't know were Irish
Updated Ahead of St. Patrick's Day, here are 17 celebrities you might not know have Irish roots. Most associate Gwen Stefani, Barack Obama, or Robert De Niro with ethnicities other than Irish. Each celebrity claims to hail from the land of Guinness, and some even have DNA proof. Amy Daire contributed to a previous version of this post.
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A passenger was whisked through TSA security checkpoints by Clear, but they never signed up or had t
Redeem now Lawmakers have called for TSA to step in to improve Clear's screening processes.Politico on Monday reported two additional Clear security incidents that happened this year.In one case, a person used a ticket found in the trash to be escorted through security by Clear. Clear, the private travel membership program that provides expedited service through airport security lines, has come under scrutiny again this week for two incidents that allowed travelers to get through TSA checkpoints even though they were not part of the program and did not have their identity verified.
I met my husband on Tinder here's what everyone gets wrong about online dating
My husband and I met on the popular dating app Tinder.Many people have misconceptions about online dating, from it being only for the socially inept to there being an extreme stigma around it. Despite the challenges it can present, online dating can be a really rewarding experience that can end in long-term commitment.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Six months ago, I woke up hungover in a queen-sized room at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Salt Lake City.
I'm a travel writer who's visited all 50 states. Here are the 10 I think are the most underrated.
Updated I've visited all 50 states in the US, and some that seem underrated are not to be overlooked. Known for crab cakes and football, Maryland also has lots of history and great sailing. Both Nevada and Washington have amazing natural wonders. As a travel writer, I've visited every state in America at least twice, and many nearly a dozen times. There is plenty of beauty to find in states like Nevada.
Inside the luxury 'dream house' of a YouTube star with 20 million subscribers, featuring miniature L
Brian Awadis, known as FaZe Rug on YouTube, uploaded a video showing his new "dream house." The tour displayed all the luxuries inside the house, including a ping-pong room and swimming pool. Awadis said he didn't post the video to brag but to inspire his fans to work hard. FaZe Rug bought a new house in January. Awadis moved out of a $10 million dollar home. Faze Rug via YouTube Brian Awadis is a California-based YouTuber who is known for being a member of the YouTube collective FaZe Clan.
8 ways to combat your fear of flying, according to experts
There are lots of things that happen during flights that can be anxiety producing.There are things you can do to make the trip a little bit smoother if you still want to try flying.We talked to people who work on planes to get tips on making flights easier. When it comes to phobias, aviophobia, or "fear of flying" counts among the most widely-held. The tight cabin quarters, unpredictable turbulence, and fluctuating temperatures can all contribute to an unpleasant environment, and if you're already prone to anxiety, these factors will only exacerbate the problem.
An Australian model once kissed King Charles for a photo op to make him look 'more accessible'
Redeem now Model Jane Priest kissed King Charles III on an Australian beach in 1979. According to Priest, the kiss was staged by the royal family. The moment was designed to make the then-prince "more accessible." In March 1979, King Charles III was on a trip to Australia on behalf of the royal family.
He would marry Princess Diana two years later, and his affair with Queen Camilla would come to define him in the next decade.
I used Goblin.tools, a free AI tool to make my emails sound more professional. Even as a writer, I f
Redeem now I'm a professional writer, but I still struggle with sending emails sometimes.I've started using a free AI app that helps me tweak the tone of my emails.It helps me edit my emails to sound warmer or more direct depending on the circumstances. I'm a professional journalist. But no matter how many writing courses or public speaking workshops I've taken, I always run into the same problem: I clam up when I have to go off-script.
REVIEW: The Audi S7 is just about the closest thing to luxury sedan perfection that almost $100,000
Redeem now I tested a 2020 Audi S7, a suave fastback luxury sedan that was priced at a well-optioned $89,990, just slightly higher than the already well-optioned base of $83,900. The updated S7 has lost a V8 engine choice, but a 444-horsepower, twin-turbo V6 is a perfectly satisfying alternative. The S7 also has one of the best technology packages in the auto industry. I couldn't find anything to dislike about the Audi S7 — and the car remains a standout in the upscale four-door market.