Less than an hour after polls closed, Insider and Decision Desk HQ projected that Californians overwhelmingly voted against recalling Gov. Gavin Newsom. The speedy outcome left many wondering why the effort to recall public officials is so easy, and if it should be reformed.Five attempts to recall Newsom failed before a sixth petition, led by retired sheriff's sergeant Orrin Heatlie and his California Patriot Coalition, collected the required number of signatures and triggered the recall election on July 1.

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Personal Finance Insider writes about products, strategies, and tips to help you make smart decisions with your money. We may receive a small commission from our partners, like American Express, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective.Overdraft fees have the potential to add up quickly. It's helpful to know how much your banking institution charges for overdrawing from your account, and the maximum number of times per day it will fine you. You should also know whether the bank offers cheaper or free overdraft protection.

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Joe Biden believed that then-President Barack Obama was manipulated by his military commanders when they advised him to surge thousands of additional troops to Afghanistan in 2009, according to "Peril," by The Washington Post's Bob Woodward and Robert Costa, an early copy of which was obtained by The Post.Biden, who was vice president at the time, disagreed so strongly with the troop surge that he privately pledged, "The military doesn't fuck around with me," the book says, according to The Post.

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On 26 August, the packed-out Kabul Airport in Afghanistan was hit by a suicide bombing, killing 185 and injuring over 150.ISIS-K - a terrorist group that views the Taliban as their enemy - took responsibility for the attack. Donald Trump said that the attack wouldn't "would not have happened if I were your president" - but repeatedly called the group by the wrong name, calling them "ISIS-X."Speaking to Sean Hannity on Fox News, the former President says: "[The Taliban] have people, as I said, that broke away .

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"How could they not hate you forever?" — My conversation with Afghanistan veterans paints a dark picture of our relationship with the country.

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As the Taliban retake Afghanistan for the first time in 20 years following a blitz-style seizure of the country, which ended in the fall of Kabul on Sunday, vandalized posters of women underscore a deep anxiety many female Afghans have for their future.Images of women outside a Kabul beauty salon were painted over after the Taliban assumed control over the country, and other photographs show posters defaced. Photojournalist Wakil Kohsar captured the scene on Wednesday for Agence France-Presse.During the Taliban's 1996-2001 rule, women were not allowed to work or attend school.

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The stock market went bananas in 2020 and before long it seemed like everyone was investing. But around 45% of Americans are still sitting on the sidelines.Some say it's because they don't have enough money to invest, which could be true for those living paycheck to paycheck. But still, nearly a quarter of Americans (24%) say they're intimidated to invest because they don't want to lose money, according to Insider's Master your Money poll conducted this spring. Another 41% say they know investing is the right thing to do to prepare for the future, but they're nervous.

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Noam Galai/Getty Images AMC Entertainment is considering a tie-up with fellow Reddit favorite GameStop after being quizzed by shareholders about a potential partnership, CEO Adam Aron said on an earnings call Monday."I don't even think I can count the number of times people have asked me if we could partner with GameStop," he said, according to a transcript of the call. "We're certainly willing to do so." Attendees on the conference call asked whether AMC, the world's largest movie-theater operator, would ally with the video-game retailer to run gaming competitions shown on the big screen.

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When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more.LG's long-anticipated rollable OLED 4K TV is now available for order exclusively on the company's website, launching as the Signature OLED R. The 65-inch rollable display costs a whopping $100,000, and LG says it will take about two months for units to ship once ordered.Insider first covered LG's rollable OLED TV at CES 2018, where it looked like a glimpse into the future of premium TV design. Three years later, the technology behind the Signature OLED R's rollable glass panel and storage mechanism remain impressive, but the extravagant price will keep it out of reach to all but the most luxurious of buyers.

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The North Carolina-based donut chain said on Tuesday it had confidentially submitted IPO paperwork to the SEC.

Krispy Kreme recently offered a free doughnut to customers who receive their COVID-19 vaccine.
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Krispy Kreme has confidentially filed for an IPO.
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Blinken said that the Biden administration's position is the US must be able to "engage China from a position of strength."

Antony Blinken, Bidens pick for Secretary of State, during his Senate confirmation hearing. Blinken called China the most significant challenge of any nation state...

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JP Morgan's Alexia S. Quadrani tagged Roblox with an "overweight" rating and an $85 price target in a note to clients on Monday.

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According to one Silicon Valley realtor, it hasn't been a mass migration as much as a shift in which Bay Area regions are popular.

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The Silicon Valley exodus has been overhyped throughout the last year, realtor Mary Pope-Handy says.
Instead, its been a local ...

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The "Among Us" proximity chat mod makes it so you can hear other players talking when they're near you in-game.

The proximity chat mod, CrewLink, in Among Us adds a twist to traditional voice chat.
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Major industry reports reveal common travel themes emerging. We break down the top trends to expect, plus the best US summer vacation ideas for 2021.If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more.

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The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust charges a 2% annual fee and generates $756 million in estimated revenue on its $36 billion in assets under management.

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The crypto boom in bitcoin and ether has helped Grayscale generate as much revenue as Vanguard does from its suite of 82 ...

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"The situation is critical in Brazil. This should further strain the global balance sheet, while the U.S. will have to partly compensate," Agritel said.

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Corn prices hit an eight-year high after ...

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States where supply exceeds demand will now be asked to give their unused vaccines to states where vaccines are more urgently needed, per The Post.

Philadelphia city employees queue to schedule their second COVID-19 vaccine shot after receiving their first at a FEMA community vaccination center on ...

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"I've had it with her. You know, I've lost confidence," McCarthy told Fox during off-air remarks, according to a tape reviewed by Axios.

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Only "qualified" medical point-of-care providers can currently buy Precipio's COVID-19 antibody test on Amazon.

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Precipio shares jumped by more than 400% during a rally that extended for a second day on Tuesday.
The surge came after the companys COVID-19 antibody ...

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Tortillas will be in short supply as increased demand for corn, labor shortages, and droughts make the commodity increasingly valuable.

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Corn tortillas may be difficult to find this summer, as major corn producers struggle to meet demand.
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Running in hot temperatures is a lot more enjoyable and safe if your shorts, hats, and other gear is breathable and protective from the sun.
Quality, sweat-wicking gear is crucial for keeping you dry, comfortable, and safe on summer runs.
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Nicole Sodoma says divorce rates for couples over 50 may be caused by factors like longer life expectancy and financial independence.

Gray divorce, also known as silver splitter or diamond divorce, refers to the increasing trend of late-in-life divorces.
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You can delete apps on an Apple Watch from the app screen on the watch itself, or from the Watch app on your iPhone.

You can easily delete apps on an Apple Watch to declutter.
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While only about 11% of the population in Italy is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, all healthcare workers are required to get the shot.

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Ether's 370% year-to-date rally makes it worth more than Walmart based on Monday's closing prices.

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Ether's 370% rally in 2021 had made the meme-based cryptocurrency worth $400 billion.These are the 12 remaining companies that are still worth more than ether.Sign up here for our daily ...

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If stocks deplete, copper prices could rise above $20,000 a ton, Bank of America research says. Debate about a commodities super-cycle is growing.

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Amazon book rentals are easy to make, extend, and return using the Amazon Rentals website and your Amazon account.

Instead of buying all your textbooks, you can save money by renting them on Amazon.
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Amazon book rentals are easy to make, extend, and return using the Amazon ...

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Gates says wealthier countries should share money and extra resources, and predicts the US may begin donating its COVID-19 vaccines.

Melinda Gates at the No Ceilings: The Full Participation Project in New York in March 2015.
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Melinda Gates told Financial ...

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