Hello, Insiders. Happy Earth Day! Be sure to check out our One Planet initiative — an optimist's destination for climate action, with reporting on leaders combating the climate crisis as well as tangible steps you can take at home, in the workplace, and in your community. As for today's edition, our big story centers on a real-estate horror story: a desert getaway that appeared to be perfect — before the problems started. What else is on tap: |
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THE BIG STORY Rental from hell |
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When Sonaar Luthra and Sarah Szalavitz signed the lease to rent a home in La Quinta, California, they were surprised to learn that the property was owned by Frank Ferrer — the drummer for Guns N' Roses since 2006. At first, they were relieved. They thought that someone in the public eye would be a reliable landlord. But their desert paradise soon became a rental from hell: A severe crack in the roof led to flooding in the office, doors wouldn't lock, and the dishwasher used dirty water from the garbage disposal — possibly making Szalavitz sick. And that was just the beginning of their woes. The couple now wants Ferrer to apologize for the harm done, replace what was destroyed when the office flooded, and make a sincere effort to let them live in peace at the property. |
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THIS WEEK'S TRENDS Gen Z, Coachella, & more |
- Everyone is posting Coachella photos, but real-life images show the difference between Instagram and reality. It may be one of the most famous music festivals in the world, but photos prove it's not always as glamorous as it appears. View them here.
- More Gen Zers are becoming homeowners. A new report shows that 30% of 25-year-olds owned homes in 2022 — a rate that surpasses millennials and Gen Xers in homeownership when they were the same age. How Gen Z got an edge.
- Traders are betting against Toronto-Dominion Bank. Short bets against TD Bank surged 45% in two weeks to hit $6.1 billion. Read more.
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MORE WEEKEND READS Allbirds, viral cake, & more |
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- The rise and fall of Allbirds. The sustainable-sneaker brand soared to prominence with its iconic wool sneaker. See how the Silicon Valley staple lost its edge.
- A dispute over an $84, sprinkled-covered rainbow birthday cake spiraled into a viral frenzy on TikTok. Read more.
- An Air Canada passenger says he was left furious after being served in business class by a flight attendant who didn't speak French.
- "I took a free, science-backed 'lifespan calculator' and it said I'll live to 96." Health correspondent Hilary Brueck learned that she could live longer if she cut out sugar. More here.
- Ken Griffin's talent advisor says managers make four common recruiting mistakes, including asking hypothetical questions. Read more.
- Single-family rentals were the stars of real estate during the pandemic. But now, falling rents and home prices may ding profits. Inside the sector's biggest challenges yet.
- "I went to Mexico for bariatric surgery and have zero regrets." Kasey Spicer shares her 2021 medical-tourism story. Get the details.
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WATCH THIS Earth-saving inventions |
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From whirlpool turbines to edible cutlery, water blobs, and package-free shampoo, we've compiled a list of 22 inventions that could help us cut back on plastic, reduce garbage in the sea, and make the Earth a better place. |
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This edition was edited by Hallam Bullock, Lisa Ryan, Jensen Rubinstein, and Nathan Rennolds. Get in touch: insidertoday@insider.com. |
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