Why Venice's mayor is reassuring locals ahead of Jeff Bezos' wedding
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The rise of BYD, the Chinese automaker that outsells Tesla
The Chinese automaker BYD is increasingly a thorn in Tesla's side, selling more EVs in 2024 and recently crossing the $100 billion mark.
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Inside the Ukrainian air unit that fights Russian drones
BI defense reporter Jake Epstein met with an air defense unit on the outskirts of Kyiv.
China is testing experimental 'dogfighting' satellites in space, US general says
China's experimental Shiyan satellite program has long been the source of speculation, especially as the country's rivalry with the US grows.
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How Japan's 800-year-old indigo dyeing process is still standing
Here's how natural indigo is still grown and fermented in Japan, despite the fashion industry's dependence on synthetic dyes.
Ukraine would struggle to defend itself if a cease-fire froze the front lines with Russia
Ukraine is exposed to future Russian attacks if the current front lines are frozen as part of the cease-fire deal Trump is pursuing.
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US allies in Asia are looking to lucrative economic deals to keep US military aid flowing
Trump's transactional nature has US allies in Asia looking for economic levers to ensure the continued flow of US military aid and support.
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Russia could ask for sanction relief as part of a cease-fire, allowing Putin to go on a military tech spree
As Putin weighs up a proposed cease-fire deal with Ukraine, he's likely preparing his own conditions — US sanction relief would be high on the list.
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Musk said he wouldn't withdraw Starlink for Ukraine. Europe is looking for alternatives — but would struggle to replace it.
Europe is looking at options to replace Starlink in Ukraine if Elon Musk pulls access — but the scale of the task is daunting.
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China is seeking to exploit Trump's split with Europe over Ukraine
Trump's relations with European leaders are fraying over Ukraine, and China sees the opportunity to exploit the divisions for its economic advantage.
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North Korea was behind the $1.5B Bybit crypto hack, FBI says
Assets were stolen from Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit earlier this month, in what's believed to be the largest-ever digital heist.
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Satellite images show lavish palace complex as part of Saudi Arabia's $2 trillion Neom megacity project
Satellite images obtained by Business Insider show a lavish Saudi palace with private beaches, extensive gardens, a golf course, and 10 helipads.
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I refused to pay for my daughter's college and instead had her take out student loans. I didn't want to ruin my financial freedom.
Paying for my daughter's college tuition would have ruined my chances of saving for retirement. Instead, I helped pay for her car and housing.
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Jason Isaacs explains what he thinks happened to the Ratliffs after they left the White Lotus
All eyes are on Jason Isaacs after the season finale of "The White Lotus." He previously starred in blockbusters like "Harry Potter" and "Armageddon."
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I took a 3-year career break. I felt guilty about being called 'just a housewife' — but now I'm embracing the detour.
Returning to working life after a three-year career break due to a breast cancer diagnosis taught Shruti Mangawa how to view success differently.
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I took one of the happiest vacations of my life for almost free, and I finally understand why everyone is so into travel rewards cards
I took a trip to New Mexico paid for almost entirely with points from my rewards credit card, and it was a breeze earning the bonus points.
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Why a startup that has raised $9 million is pivoting away from building a social media app
Zeen, formerly Landing, relaunched in March as a tool for content creators wanting to share shoppable collages.
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Google earnings: parent company Alphabet's financial history and revenue
Google's earnings are reported quarterly by its parent company, Alphabet. Learn about the company's financial history and revenue sources.
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My parents turned a 500-square-foot shed on their property into a tiny home. I live there so I can afford to stay in my hometown.
My parents built a tiny home on their property in Santa Barbara, California, out of a shed. I live there rent-free while saving to buy a house.
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I'm a financial planner. When my client launched her small business, we solved 3 problems to strengthen her plan.
I'm a financial planner, and one of my favorite things is helping my clients become successful entrepreneurs.
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Stripe's CEO has customers join manager meetings to share feedback — and Elon Musk says it's a 'good idea'
The Stripe CEO has a unique way to get customers to share direct and "candid" feedback about the payments platform.
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Why this Marine general says it's okay to lose your wargame
A Marine Corps general says everyone should be wargaming. He also says officers and enlisted shouldn't be afraid to fail.
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There's a key difference in how China and the US are integrating their latest AI models into consumer tech
China's biggest tech players are handing their AI models out for free — and rolling them out across everyday tech at breakneck speed.
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Neither of my kids has won the Student of the Month award this year. I shouldn't care, but I do.
My kids haven't won the Student of the Month award this year and I care more than they do. I needed the validation more than they did.
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I used to judge stay-at-home moms until I became one. I was surprised at how much I love it.
Dyana Lederman moved to LA as an aspiring Hollywood sitcom writer. She judged stat-at-home moms and never wanted to be one. Then she got pregnant.
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Companies are using sneaky software and legal tricks to make you endlessly pay for stuff you already bought
Companies are using sneaky software, subscription fees, and legal tricks to make you endlessly pay for stuff you already bought.
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'Love Is Blind' is hell on earth: Contestants say producers deprived them of food and sleep, preyed on their anxieties, and refused to let them quit
"Love Is Blind" was supposed to be a different kind of dating show. But contestants say being on the series was traumatic: "It literally ruins lives."
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A hacker ripped me off for $10,000. The scam turned out to be brilliant — and terrifying.
Verizon, Chase, and the police were all useless when my identity got hacked. Then Psycho Bunny came to the rescue.
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Sorry, homebuyers. Houses aren't getting cheaper.
Buyers may wince at higher rates. The economy may be wheezing. But there just aren't enough homes for sale to sink prices, Zillow's Skylar Olsen said.
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A Rivian customer waited 3 years for his dream car. It died within days.
Two days after it arrived, Chase Merrill's electric R1S SUV was bricked in the snow. The company said it would cost $2,100 to transport for repairs.
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Google, Amazon, and Meta are making their core products worse — on purpose
Google, Amazon, Meta, and other big tech companies are making their core products worse and ruining everything from apps to the internet.
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CD, Checking, and Savings Rates Today: Maximize Your Returns
Open a new bank account today and earn a top interest rate. Our experts have researched the best rates on checking, savings, and CD accounts to help you maximize your earnings.
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Personal Loan Interest Rates Today | Compare Lowest Rates
If you're looking for a personal loan with the best rate, Business Insider has done the research for you and found the lowest personal loan interest rates.
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Today's Mortgage Rates | Will the Tariff Pause Lead to Lower Rates?
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Mortgage rates remain elevated even after Trump paused some tariffs.
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The consumer tariff tax is here. Coffee shops are starting to raise prices.
The coffee industry is reeling from Trump's tariffs, and some cafes and importers are already starting to bump up their beans' pricetags.
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Helicopter crash in New York City's Hudson River killed 6, including 3 children, mayor says
A Siemens executive, his wife, and their three children were killed along with the pilot when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday.
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Everyone loves Le Labo — so I tried 6 of the brand's popular fragrances and ranked them from worst to best
Le Labo is known for its famous scents like Santal 33. Some of its perfumes are underrated, while others arguably don't deserve the hype they get.
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This Palantir alumni-founded startup uses AI to cut through government red tape. It just raised around $15 million, led by Lux Capital.
Conductor AI leverages AI to streamline complex government compliance processes.
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CEOs are struggling to CEO amid tariff chaos
President Donald Trump's partial pause on most tariffs means many CEOs still feel uncertain. That could lead some to hold off on major decisions.
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From Hollister to UGG, teen fashion is hitting rewind
Piper Sandler's semi-annual teen survey is out, and brands that teens of the past loved are regaining popularity with Gen Alpha and teenage Gen Zers.
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Should I quit my job? An executive coach explains 6 reasons it might be time to look for a new role.
Laura Gassner Otting founded an executive search firm in 2002. She says even the most successful people wonder if there is something better out there.
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The rise of the 'bait-and-switch' job interview
The work-from-home revolution has led to a wave of tricksters faking their way through job interviews — causing chaos for companies and coworkers.
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Travelers are slamming Airbnb chore lists that tell guests to mow the lawn, do the laundry, and take out the trash — on top of paying $125 cleaning fees
"If I'm paying $229 a night to stay somewhere, plus a $125 cleaning fee, I'm not doing any laundry," one traveler said in a viral TikTok.
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Watch your back: Here are the 4 kinds of employees most likely to get laid off in the current downturn
A study of 17,000 recent layoffs reveals who is most at risk of losing their jobs.
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China had a plan to dominate tech and become the world's most powerful country. It's all gone wrong.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had a plan to dominate tech and become the world's most powerful country. It's all gone wrong.
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Remote work is killing Florida as a retirement paradise
Home prices in Florida have soared by 33% — almost twice the national average. The dream of retiring to the Sunshine State is officially over.
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OpenAI says it could rebuild GPT-4 from scratch with just 5 to 10 people, thanks to breakthroughs from its latest model
Sam Altman also said OpenAI is no longer "compute-constrained" on the best models it can produce.
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Meet the 'Technology Brothers' behind tech's hot new daily show
John Coogan and Jordi Hays launched "TBPN," a daily tech show featuring startup founders and VCs that's gaining ground on other tech podcasts.
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How's Apple going to get out of its China jam?
Apple usually ships new iPhone models in the fall. Those are mostly made in China — for now. So what's CEO Tim Cook going to do about tariffs?
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