Dear Tim Cook: Please bring back the iPod.
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The plight of the trophy husbands
The data is in: The worst thing a woman can do for her marriage is be the breadwinner.
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Gen Z is desperate for landlines — and creating their own makeshift versions with cellphones
Business Insider talked to three young adults who said creating a physical boundary around their phone improved their screen time and quality of life.
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7 famous couples who signed prenups — and 4 who didn't
From Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban to the world's wealthiest pairs, celebrities often sign detailed prenups to avoid financial drama during a divorce.
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I've got a real love-hate relationship with my Amex Platinum card
The Amex Platinum Card is charging a new $895 annual fee. Despite the benefits at stores and airports, I have some regrets.
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Sora 2 makes me realize the AI future really is here. It's wonderful — and terrifying.
Sora 2 is a breakthrough. It makes AI fun — and the key is the ability to see ourselves and friends. But it comes with a terrifying side.
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America's brides are sick of expensive, sweaty weddings. So they're turning to October.
June used to be the most popular month for weddings. But brides' love for fall vibes means October has taken the crown as the top time for marriage.
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How US neo-Nazism actually works, according to a former white nationalist
Former Neo-Nazi Arno Michaelis talks with Authorized Account host about his former life as a white supremacist.
Why Norland nannies are so expensive
Norland graduates can earn nearly $200,000 as professional nannies after learning self-defense, skidpan driving, and more at the British institution.
I went to an anti-tech rally, where Gen Z dressed as gnomes and smashed iPhones. Here's what I learned.
A growing constellation of groups, mostly led by young people, are advocating for reduced reliance on technology. I went to a rally to learn more.
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K-pop's biggest names are taking over Milan Fashion Week. Check out what they wore.
BTS's Jin, Seventeen's Joshua Hong, and Stray Kids' Bang Chan were some of the stars who attended Milan fashion week.
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Photos show how much grocery shopping has changed since the first supermarkets opened a century ago
The first grocery stores appeared in the 1920s and '30s. Large and full of products, they changed how Americans shopped for groceries.
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The Amex Platinum Card's $200 annual fee increase is steep — but not as divisive as Chase Sapphire Reserve's
The Amex Platinum Card's annual fee increase hasn't stoked the online outrage seen from the Chase Sapphire Reserve's. The new benefits seem worth it.
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Meet Fyre Festival's new owners
LimeWire, a file-sharing service, paid $245,300 for the Fyre Festival's branding rights.
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Let's talk about the seating chart for the Trump royal banquet, shall we?
Donald Trump sat next to Princess Kate at the UK state dinner attended by business leaders like Tim Cook. Let's see what the seating chart says.
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Look inside Institut auf dem Rosenberg, an elite boarding school in Switzerland that costs over $200,000 a year
Institut auf dem Rosenberg, a private, international boarding school in Switzerland, has dorms with hardwood floors and en-suite marble bathrooms.
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14 slang words Gen Zers are using in 2025 — and what they mean
These are 14 terms, from TikTok slang to rising trends, you might hear your Gen Z coworker using in 2025.
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Gen Alpha's 67 and 41 slang has no meaning — and that's the point
Gen Alphas are yelling out numbers like "6-7" and "41." But, why? Does this slang mean anything? Nope. It's a meme. And that's the point.
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This summer's hottest stadium sensation: Fans caught on camera
At stadiums this summer, from concerts to baseball games to the US Open, it's the fans who are providing the most talked-about moments.
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Yondr's CEO, who makes cellphone pouches for schools and concerts, uses only a flip phone — and stays off social media
Yondr makes the zippered pouches for phone-free zones, like schools and concerts. We asked the CEO about social media — and why he uses a flip phone.
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How one of the best ballerinas in America stays on top despite two injuries
As she enters her 21st season with New York City Ballet, Tiler reflects on the setbacks and triumphs that have defined her 16 years as a principal.
The top 10 party schools in the US, ranked
The University of California, Santa Barbara, was crowned the top party school for 2026. Find out which other schools made the list.
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25 photos show what life looked like for Americans 150 years ago
In 1875, people traveled by steamboat and buggy, and communicated via telegrams. The Gilded Age was also afoot, reshaping American society.
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From kiss cams to hat snatching, CEOs keep going viral for the wrong reasons
From a Coldplay concert to the US Open, executives are learning that what happens in the crowd doesn't stay in the crowd.
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Why Taylor Swift's engagement proves she's become an economy of her own
Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce proves that she's transformed herself from a celebrity into an economy of her own.
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Law enforcement is investigating a homicide at Burning Man
The local sheriff's office said an adult man died in what appears to be "a singular crime."
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Here's what TV shows CEOs and tech execs say they are watching these days
While some C-Suite executives read books or enjoy an evening cigar, others turn on the TV and dive into some of pop culture's most beloved series.
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Swifties Fan Army issues upbeat forecast after Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce merger proposal
The Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce merger creates synergies for a strong Q4 2025 growth outlook. Swifties Fan Army Inc. congratulates the couple.
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Matilda Djerf, the Scandi influencer-turned-designer, says she's never spent a week fully unplugged
"If you run a business for Gen Z, you have to be online," Matilda Djerf, founder of Djerf Avenue, said.
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Labubus are a billion-dollar bubble ready to burst
Labubus could rack up a billion dollars in sales this year. I don't have to tell you they're all the rage. But trends are fickle. Will the bubble pop?
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I dove headfirst into the unhinged Morning Routine Industrial Complex
A survey of America's 250-year, unhinged quest for the perfect morning routine, from Benjamin Franklin to Bryan Johnson.
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Inside a matcha rave, where Gen Zers go wild for ice-cold brews, sober partying, and getting home at a reasonable hour
I attended a matcha rave in Singapore at a nightclub in the middle of the afternoon, expecting it to be lame. I stood corrected.
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'Quiet cracking' is the latest buzzword to hit the workplace
In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about the latest threat to worker wellbeing.
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60 British slang words that will confuse anybody who didn't grow up in the UK
These British slang words will leave anyone outside the UK scratching their heads. Learn quirky British phrases and how to use them like a local.
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How Frank's RedHot became America's most popular hot sauce company
Frank's RedHot is the best-selling hot sauce in America, beating out hundreds of competitors. But how did the company build such a diehard following?
AT&T CEO laid out a new vision for the company's culture. Business Insider broke down the aftermath.
In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about AT&T CEO's bombshell memo and what it means for workplace loyalty.
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Men are ditching suits for loose pants, pricey tees, and tailored shorts in the return-to-office era
As workers return to the office, they're taking with them some of the comforts gained during the work-from-home days.
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Welcome to brain rot summer
No breakout song, no runaway blockbuster: Summer 2025's biggest vibe is the lack of actual vibes
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The Hugo Spritz and the Spaghett battle it out for cocktail of the summer
In this Sunday edition of Business Insider Today, we're breaking down the debate over whether the Hugo Spritz or the Spaghett is this summer's drink.
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An apology to Gen X
Gen Xers know you pay more attention to Gen Zers, millennials, and boomers. They don't care.
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Millennial hustle culture defined my early career. My daughter made me realize I needed to shift my priorities.
When my young daughter told her dolls she was too busy with a work call to talk, I knew I had to shift my priorities.
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AI can make a video of your 'manifested' dream life. I say: Don't do it!
People have been using ChatGPT and other AI tools to "manifest" their ideal lives. Now they're creating videos, too. I wasn't sure if I wanted to try.
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My 17-year-old isn't excited about being able to drive. I get his hesitation.
Services like Uber make having a driver's license as a teen less of a necessity. My son doesn't have the same desire to drive that I did in the 90s.
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Living with my children's grandparents has taught me to stand my ground as a working mom
Generational differences have made living with my husband's family difficult at times. I'm glad I parent my own way.
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I'm a step-parenting coach and I see families make the same 5 mistakes. Here's how to avoid them.
Most new stepparents are optimistic about their future as a blended family, but strong relationships can take time and need extra care to develop.
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The Coldplay 'kiss cam' situation underlines a lesson I learned as a 15-year-old cheerleader
The former Astronomer CEO just learned a tough lesson about social media and life. Like a lot of Gen Zers, I knew this already. I learned it at 15.
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Take a look inside the only remaining German submarine captured by the US during World War II
Visitors can walk through the U-505's control room and bunks that held space for its crew of 59 men.
The results are in from BI's 'Gen Z stare' reader survey — here's what people said
In an informal survey of 241 Business Insider readers, 59.3% of respondents said they had experienced the "Gen Z stare." See what readers had to say.
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My kids stopped being appreciative of gifts. Now I make them write thank-you notes before they can use them.
My children began to resist writing thank-you notes as they got older. Now I make sure they show gratitude before enjoying their gifts.
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