There's really only one way to get a new job these days
Networking to stand out in your job search is more important than ever, workplace observers told Business Insider.Joe Raedle/Getty ImagesNetworking is becoming more important for many job seekers.Desk...
View ArticleFinnish soldiers are going old school with paper maps so they're ready if an...
Finnish conscripts hide in the forest during Lively Sabre.Jake Epstein/Business InsiderFinnish soldiers are getting back to the basics — paper maps — to train for scenarios where GPS isn't an option.A...
View ArticleIt's official: Trump's tariffs are damaging the economy
The OECD cited Trump's tariffs as a key driver slowing US economic growth.Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesThe OECD cut its forecast for US economic growth in 2025 from 2.8% to 1.6%.It cited President...
View ArticleI went to a NYC Tech Week kickoff event and heard there's one crucial thing...
Attendees at the Tech Week kickoff power walk posed for a photo.Alice TecotzkyI talked to founders at a Tech Week event in New York and most of them were working in AI.Despite their excitement about...
View ArticleWhy AI acts so creepy when faced with being shut down
AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI have displayed some unsettling behaviors in recent safety tests.Artur Widak/NurPhotoAnthropic's Claude Opus 4 and OpenAI's advanced models have shown deceptive...
View ArticleMy doctor said I didn't need to screen for prostate cancer until my 50s. I...
Eric Morrow in military uniform.Courtesy of Eric MorrowEric Morrow was diagnosed with severe prostate cancer at age 49.He had no symptoms aside from a slightly enlarged prostate that showed up during a...
View ArticleI spent almost $7,000 on a 1-week retreat in the woods. It was worth every...
Courtesy of Judy KoutskyI was not sleeping well, overweight, overeating, and generally not physically or mentally well.I told my family I needed time away. I chose a wellness retreat for a week in the...
View ArticleTransatlantic passengers heading for Miami had a 4-hour flight to nowhere,...
A Swiss International Airlines Airbus A340.Robert Smith/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesA Swiss International Airlines flight to Miami landed back in Zurich after a four-hour journey.The Airbus A340...
View ArticleI'm a New Yorker who went to Seattle for the first time. Here are 9 things...
Business Insider's travel reporter took her first trip to Seattle, and it was full of surprises.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI visited Seattle for the first time in May after years of dreaming about...
View ArticleTikTok's clampdown on freebies is part of a bigger cost-cutting pivot
CFOTO via Reuters Connect.This post originally appeared in the Business Insider Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Good morning! It might only be two letters,...
View ArticleMorgan Stanley thinks the dollar has further to fall
The US dollar has been under pressure this year. Chuck Savage/Getty ImagesMorgan Stanley predicts the US Dollar Index will fall by 9% over the next 12 months.The bank's strategists cite factors such as...
View ArticleI've traveled around the world, but this lively city in Mexico stole my heart
My favorite Mexican city to visit is Puerto Vallarta.Chloe CaldwellI've traveled to over 20 countries, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is one city that stole my heart.From pristine beaches to a busy...
View ArticleI'm 43 and a mom of toddlers. They motivate me to stay active.
 Getty ImagesI waited until later to have kids, and I thought it would mean slowing down.Instead, I feel more active as an older mom than before having kids.We're always moving our bodies and it makes...
View ArticleCiroos is building AI teammates that fix tech issues faster. Here's the pitch...
Ciroos co-founders Amit Patel, CTO and VP of engineering; Ronak Desai, CEO; and Ananda Rajagopal, chief product officer.CiroosCiroos builds AI agents that act as site reliability teammates to find and...
View ArticleHow Lattice is preparing for a world where humans and AI agents work together
Sarah Franklin, the CEO of Lattice, believes AI can free up employees' time to focus on strategic thinking.Harry Murphy/Sportsfile for Web Summit via Getty ImagesHR software company Lattice is...
View Article6 shoe trends that are in this summer, and 4 that are out, according to stylists
Stylists think woven shoes will be popular this summer.Moritz Scholz/Getty ImagesWe spoke with stylists about which shoe trends are in and out this summer.According to the pros, backless shoes like...
View ArticleI tried 4 brands of buttery spread from the store, and there's only one I'd...
These products from Country Crock, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter, Earth Balance, and Smart Balance are made to taste like butter and spread easily.Paige BennettI tried four different brands of...
View ArticleThe UK is going heavy on attack submarines, with plans to build 12 new ones
One of the Royal Navy's seven Astute-class nuclear-powered attack submarines off the coast of Scotland.Andrew Milligan - PA Images/PA Images via Getty ImagesThe Royal Navy is building 12 new SSN-AUKUS...
View ArticleTrump pauses plan to cut thousands of student-loan borrowers' Social Security...
Trump's administration paused Social Security garnishment for defaulted student-loan borrowers.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesThe Education Department confirmed to BI that it's pausing Social Security...
View ArticleInternational schools to Harvard students: Come here, life's a beach
The Trump administration said on May 22 that it was banning Harvard from enrolling international students. A federal judge issued and extended a temporary injunction to block Trump's move.Craig F....
View ArticleI was a middle manager for 30 years, and I still think companies are right to...
Munevar Jr. occasionally questioned the value he brought as a middle manager.Jeannine LaneAlvaro Munevar Jr. leveraged middle management jobs to help him retire early from his tech career.Now, Big Tech...
View ArticleThe trailer for Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' shows Oscar Isaac making...
Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo Del Toro's "Frankenstein."NetflixNetflix's "Frankenstein" movie features Oscar Isaac as the titular mad scientist."Saltburn" and "Euphoria" star Jacob...
View ArticleTo avoid product shortages, big retailers are scrapping reactive methods for AI
 Alvarez/Getty ImagesRetailers like Target and Walmart use AI to prevent stockouts and manage inventory.AI systems can predict demand to help improve inventory accuracy and availability.This article is...
View ArticleHollywood's new obsession is a twist on soap operas featuring werewolves,...
Attendees at a screening for ReelShort's "Wings Of Fire."Tiffany Rose/Getty Images for ReelShortMini-drama apps have grabbed Hollywood's attention as they've gained popularity in the US.The apps offer...
View ArticleThe best and healthiest dry cat food, with veterinarian advice
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTop brands such as Iams, Natural Balance, Nutro, Purina, Wellness, and Hill's make the best and healthiest...
View ArticleThe Ukraine war is showing Polish paratroopers that light infantry skills...
Poland's 6th Airborne Brigade is learning from Ukraine that light infantry skills are critical in war.US Army photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan BakerNATO militaries are watching the Ukraine war and using the...
View ArticleFirst time flying first class? Here are etiquette tips to avoid being the...
First class is about indulgence, and business class is about sleeping and working comfortably, travel expert Gilbert Ott says.Christian Charisius/picture alliance via Getty ImagesFirst-time flight...
View ArticleBank of America says to bet on this neglected part of the Trump trade
Jason Kozlowski / EyeEmEnergy stocks have lost their appeal among fund managers despite Trump's push for more drilling.Large investors have reduced energy exposure following poor sector performance in...
View ArticleDanny Boyle confirms Cillian Murphy will appear in the '28 Years Later' sequel
Cillian Murphy as Jim in "28 Days Later."Fox Searchlight PicturesDanny Boyle confirmed to BI that Cillian Murphy will return in "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple."Murphy starred in the original "28 Days...
View ArticleNvidia has soared 45% in 2 months. These forces are reviving the hype for...
I-HWA CHENG/AFP via Getty ImagesNvidia shares are up 20% in a month, reflecting a major rebound for the chipmaker.Shares were down as much as 31% year-to-date through April as tariffs rocked...
View ArticleI tried 6 budget-friendly frozen pizzas from Aldi, and found some real...
Frozen pizza can be an affordable meal, and Aldi has great options under its Mama Cozzi's label.Meredith SchneiderI tried a few pies from Aldi's Mama Cozzi's label to see which frozen pizzas are the...
View ArticleGrand staircases, state-shaped pools, and a bowling alley in the basement:...
The governor's mansion in Albany, New York.Daniel Barry/Getty ImagesForty-five of the 50 states have official mansions, which governors can live in rent-free.Some governors' mansions are open to the...
View ArticleElon Musk left the White House. Don't be surprised to see him in campaign ads...
"He doesn't get to just go away," a Democratic strategist told BI. "He's indelibly tied to everything that happens in the Trump administration."Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesElon Musk's time at the White...
View ArticleTina Knowles told Meghan Markle she realized she was 'enough' without a...
Tina Knowles was on an episode of Meghan Markle's podcast.Kaitlyn Morris/Getty ImagesTina Knowles appeared on Meghan Markle's podcast "Confessions of a Female Founder."Knowles said she is happy being...
View ArticleWhen I was laid off, I used it as an opportunity to finally pursue my dream...
The author applied to graduate school after getting laid off.Fiordaliso/Getty ImagesI was laid off from my job, so I figured it was time to finally pursue my dream career. I had to apply to graduate...
View ArticleAlphabet stock could tumble 25% in a 'black swan' scenario that forces it to...
Illustration by Thomas Trutschel/Photothek via Getty ImagesThere's a big risk hanging over Alphabet stock, Barclays says.The bank said Alphabet being forced to sell Chrome is a black swan scenario that...
View ArticleAirlines and planemakers warn that credit card legislation could end...
Unions for pilots and flight attendants have also signed Monday's letter.Megan Varner/REUTERSSeveral airlines and planemakers have written to senators opposing credit-card legislation.They say a...
View ArticleDollar General's sales are climbing as higher-income shoppers opt for cheaper...
One way Dollar General has managed to hold that line on the $1 price point is by partnering with suppliers to offer smaller package sizes.Insider/Brittany ChangDollar General's quarterly sales beat...
View Article6 Wall Street veterans share the best trades they've ever made
Brendan McDermid/ReutersWall Street money managers shared the highlights of their investing careers with BI.Their stories highlight the role of both skill and luck in making successful investment...
View ArticleMy father's death showed me how hard it is for men to open up. I started a...
Jonathan Jacobs with his men's group, Men Walking, Men Talking, in Los Angeles.Courtesy of Jonathan JacobsJonathan Jacobs, 35, moved to Los Angeles from New York during the pandemic.He wanted more...
View ArticleI've been to 20 Caribbean islands. Here are 7 mistakes first-time visitors...
After visiting 20 Caribbean islands, I've observed some common mistakes from first-time visitors.Mariette WilliamsI've been to 20 Caribbean islands and have observed some common mistakes first-time...
View ArticleBillionaire venture capitalist Marc Andreessen's Bay Area mansion just got a...
Marc Andreessen and his wife, Laura, have put their Atherton mansion, measuring more than 12,000 square feet, up for sale.BERNARD ANDRE/CompassVeteran venture capitalist Marc Andreessen and his wife,...
View ArticleBest Squarespace promo codes in June 2025: Save 10% on a new plan
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Squarespace coupons can save you 10% on a new website plan.Squarespace; grinvalds/Getty...
View ArticleVoyager wants to ride the defense tech wave to a $1.6 billion IPO
GettyVoyager Technologies plans to raise $319 million in an initial public offering.Calls to modernize defense and space exploration may fuel further investment.Voyager's listing comes amid a stagnant...
View ArticleElon Musk rips Trump's 'big beautiful bill' as a 'disgusting abomination'
"Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong," Musk said. "You know it."Allison Robbert / AFP via Getty ImagesElon Musk is unloading on Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" like never before.He...
View ArticleWe went to an exclusive NYC Tech Week happy hour. Here's a peek inside the...
We made it into a rooftop cocktail hour to kick off NYC Tech Week.Alice TecotzkyWe spent the evening at a rooftop happy hour during NYC's Tech Week.Between chats about AI and landing a job, a guest...
View ArticleWhy Diddy prosecutors think the Cassie hotel video is the key to his conviction
A hotel video is a key piece of evidence in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial. Jane Rosenberg/REUTERSA widely seen hotel surveillance video plays an important role in Sean Combs' trial.Prosecutors say the...
View ArticleAmazon is in talks to roll out AI coding assistant Cursor internally as...
Amazon CEO Andy JassyNoah Berger/Getty Images for Amazon Web ServicesAmazon is in talks to adopt the AI coding tool Cursor for its employees.Amazon typically advises employees to be cautious using...
View ArticleBest FTD coupon and discount codes we've tested in June 2025
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best FTD coupons can save you 30% on your order.FTDFlowers make the perfect gift for any occasion,...
View ArticleBest Eyebuydirect coupon and promo codes we've tested in June 2025
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Eyebuydirect coupons can save you 65% on new glasses.EyeBuyDirectIf you're frustrated by the...
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