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Stop waiting to praise people: Catch them doing something right and say so: Catching people in the act of doing something right and naming precisely what they did well delivers a clear and lasting learning signal https://t.co/6HBzoiL1PP

The job market is flashing warning signs even as stocks keep climbing: With the government shut down, Wall Street's own data sources are flashing warning signs for job seekers, even as stocks rocket to new highs https://t.co/yejSo53z6L

The IRS shutters 'most operations' with no end in sight for government shutdown: Much of the agency is going dark until Congress restores federal funding, but it will still be collecting tax revenue

Is the AI boom actually a bubble? Here’s everything you need to know: AI and Big Tech companies are raking in record profits even as trillion-dollar bets outpace adoption. Is this a boom? Or a bubble waiting to burst?  https://t.co/mH8zARxi4Q

Bob Ross painting sales are rare. 30 are about to go up for auction: Sales of Bob Ross' paintings are rarities, but funding cuts spur his estate to release more than two dozen. And yes, they feature happy little trees https://t.co/pQyFY4KCjm

Even Tesla's biggest fan on Wall Street isn't impressed with Elon Musk's cheaper new car: Even Tesla’s biggest bull can’t spin this one: Elon Musk’s “affordable” EVs cost nearly $40,000 — cheaper on paper, not in practice https://t.co/J9Ib5vaVe7

KFC is bringing back a fan favorite — and cutting prices: Fans have been clamoring for the return of Original Honey BBQ for years. They're finally getting their wish https://t.co/FlBCTff8Sa

Airlines are getting snarled. That could be what ends the government shutdown: Air traffic controllers are opting to call out sick rather than work for no pay. It's an action that has ended shutdowns before https://t.co/d2xLTesQ9p

Musk’s xAI raises $20 billion, but won’t call it a raise: The raise uses a special-purpose vehicle to keep debt off Musk's balance sheet and hardware in investors’ hands https://t.co/E6YahkA1IU

China is getting around U.S. chip export rules, lawmakers warn: Foreign chip makers sold to Chinese firms that U.S. firms were banned from supplying, lawmakers said, hindering efforts to curb Beijing’s progress https://t.co/RzfyeNX6lT

The AI data gold rush is over: Publishers are suing. Cloudflare has turned into the internet's bouncer. And AI companies are discovering they may have poisoned their own well

When moving expenses are tax deductible — and when they're not: Moving to a new city can be expensive, but can you write any of it off on your taxes? We break down the current rules, key exceptions, and what else you need to know https://t.co/YJG6nFPmiR

The best small cities in America right now: Smaller cities can offer big advantages, like lower costs, shorter commutes, and strong communities. Here are the 10 best, according to a new ranking https://t.co/NSpqBOKq68

The 7 cheapest home repairs to get done right now: Fixing minor issues now can prevent costly repairs later, so tackle these affordable jobs to keep your home in good condition https://t.co/gKyMF2ShCB

Your premium credit card annual fee just got pricier. Is it still worth the cost?: Premium credit cards are hiking annual fees, leaving many customers to wonder if the benefits and perks are worth the steeper costs https://t.co/8wrvVJ3P5A

The government shutdown might blow past a big deadline soon: More eyes are turning to Oct. 15, the next scheduled date for military service members and civilian contractors get their paychecks

Bitcoin’s record high has investors predicting these key milestones are next: Standard Chartered sees the price pushing to $135,000 in the weeks ahead, with traders betting the rally has further to run this year. https://t.co/eNLl4iTSad

6 Big Deal Day discounts on Amazon devices that are actually worth it: Amazon has steep discounts on its own devices this Big Deal Days, including TVs, smart home devices, and tablets https://t.co/2OCpF1JzuL

Trilogy Metals is the latest in White House investment spree, shares jump 200%: The move comes after Trump administration took holdings in tech giant Intel, rare earth company MP Materials and mining firm Lithium Americas. https://t.co/48qcvHWQys

Why gold's surge has Wall Street worried: Gold tops $4,000 an ounce as 2025 rally nears 50% and Citadel’s Ken Griffin calls it “really concerning” https://t.co/a1Sv1mPhor