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• The Pentagon says China has fielded a new long-range missile. Here's why the DF-27 is unusual.

  31-12-2025 21:05 via businessinsider.com
  China rolled out its nuclear-capable missiles on Wednesday, including the DF-5C ICBM.Photo by Sheng Jiapeng/China News Service/VCG via Getty ImagesChina's new intercontinental ballistic missile, the DF-27, has been fielded, the Pentagon reports.The weapon, which has a confirmed nuclear role, can range much of the Pacific and the US.The long-range DF-27 is said to be an option for both land-attack and anti-ship missions.China appears to have fielded a new intercontinental ballistic missile, the D
  
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• How Google, Microsoft, Walmart, and other corporate giants are preparing for an aging workforce

  31-12-2025 19:55 via businessinsider.com
  Thomas Magnuson, 83, works at a Walmart location in Wisconsin.Tim Gruber for BICorporate America is facing a silver tsunami — and some companies are better prepared than others.Walmart is redesigning jobs to keep older workers on the payroll. Microsoft is offering what it calls "wraparound care" to support healthy aging. Google is coaching its employees to prepare for retirement. Some smaller companies have introduced chief longevity officers to help workers navigate health, wellness, and
  
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• TikTok challenger Triller has been delisted from the Nasdaq

  31-12-2025 19:22 via businessinsider.com
  Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for TrillerCreator and marketing company Triller said it's been delisted from the Nasdaq exchange.The company was suspended for failing to file quarterly and annual reports on time.Triller sought to recruit users from TikTok when it looked like it might be banned in the US.Triller, a publicly traded creator and marketing company that vied to take on TikTok in the US, was delisted from the Nasdaq on Tuesday after missing multiple reporting deadlines, the company wrote
  
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• The best Tineco wet-dry vacuums: The top models, compared

  31-12-2025 19:08 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTineco wet-dry vacuums streamline floor cleaning by simultaneously mopping and vacuuming, with smart features such as dirt detection that signals when floors are clean and self-cleaning systems.Alex Temblador/Business InsiderI first tested a Tineco wet-dry vacuum five years ago and was immediately enamored with this machine that could mop and vacuum simultaneously— and even detect hidden dirt. Sinc
  
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• Manus' cofounder shared 2 photos showing he has something in common with Meta's Mark Zuckerberg

  31-12-2025 19:04 via businessinsider.com
  Mark Zuckerberg dropped out of college to focus on Facebook.Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCMeta acquired Manus, a startup that has created a "general-purpose" AI agent to do tasks autonomously.One of Manus' cofounders, Ji Yichao, said he dropped out of college — just like Mark Zuckerberg.Ji shared pictures of younger versions of himself and Zuckerberg working at laptops.Meta was cofounded by a college dropout — and so was its latest acquisition.Ji Yichao, the cofounder and chief scientist of M
  
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• SNAP restrictions on soda, candy, and more are coming in 2026 — here's what's changing by state

  31-12-2025 18:43 via businessinsider.com
  New restrictions on what shoppers can buy with SNAP benefits are coming to some states in 2026.Michael Loccisano/Getty ImagesShoppers who use SNAP benefits will see changes to what they can buy in some states in 2026.Eighteen states plan to make changes to what people who use SNAP can buy.Most of the changes limit purchases of sugary drinks and foods.Big changes are coming to how shoppers can use SNAP food benefits in some states.Starting on January 1, some states are planning to implement new r
  
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• The best electric blankets of 2025, tested for warmth and safety

  31-12-2025 18:39 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWhen choosing the best electric blanket, consider the number of heat settings, size, material, and safety settings.Amazon; Business InsiderCombining the fuzzy comfort of a throw blanket with the direct warmth of a space heater, electric blankets — also known as heated blankets — are an absolute necessity for any chronically cold person. The best electric blankets are cozy and soft, with effic
  
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• We started a website to help foreigners buy cheap homes in Japan. We've bought 6 homes ourselves, but it's not the money-maker you'd expect.

  31-12-2025 18:31 via businessinsider.com
  AkiyaMart founders Joey Stockermans and Take Kurosawa.AkiyaMartTake Kurosawa and Joey Stockermans launched a website to help foreigners find homes in Japan.They've bought six homes themselves all over the country.Home-flipping and Airbnb aren't huge money-makers in Japan, but profit wasn't their main goal.This as-told-to essay is based on conversations with Take Kurosawa, 35, and Joey Stockermans, 37, two North Americans who started AkiyaMart, a website designed to help foreigners buy homes in J
  
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• With silver prices spiking, here's a look at its dark history

  31-12-2025 18:29 via businessinsider.com
  Silver is breaking price records as demand for the critical metal surges. But its supply around the world is dwindling. We went inside Bolivia's Cerro Rico, a 15,000-foot mountain that used to be the world's largest source of silver, to see how miners spend hours searching for silver, tin, and zinc.Read the original article on Business Insider
  
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• Apple's fitness trainers are posing with newspapers to tease something 'big'

  31-12-2025 18:10 via businessinsider.com
  Apple Fitness+ is a subscription-based service.AppleApple teased "big" Apple Fitness+ updates planned for 2026 on Instagram.The service offers instructor-led classes, on-demand videos, and health metrics.Apple Fitness+ launched in 2020 and expanded to 28 new markets in December.Apple is soft-launching big plans for its fitness platform in 2026.On Wednesday, the tech giant teased an update to its Apple Fitness+ service on Instagram coming in the new year. The changes could arrive as soon as Janua
  
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• I'm an interior designer who works with wealthy clients. Here are 10 things I never see in their kitchens.

  31-12-2025 17:58 via businessinsider.com
  If you want your kitchen to feel high-end, you may want to take notes.Getty Images; BII'm an interior designer who works with wealthy clients to design high-end, stylish kitchens.These spaces rarely feature builder-grade hardware and basic lighting options.It's pretty rare to see visible outlets, trash cans, or even refrigerators in high-end kitchens.A luxurious-feeling space doesn't always need to cost a ton of money to create — but as an interior designer, I can often spot a few signs th
  
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• I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. These are the 6 tourist hot spots worth visiting and the 2 you can skip.

  31-12-2025 17:54 via businessinsider.com
  In my opinion, the panhandle beaches are popular Florida tourist spots worth visiting.WanderDrone/Getty ImagesAs a Florida resident of over 25 years, I know which tourist hot spots are actually worth visiting.I recommend going to St. Petersburg, Dry Tortugas National Park, and the panhandle beaches.However, I'd skip places like International Drive in Orlando and South Beach in Miami.World-famous theme parks, stunning beaches, and natural beauty are just a few of the many reasons tourists flock t
  
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• I flew to one of Hawaii's most rural islands. My trip was so beautiful and wild — I'd only suggest it to certain travelers.

  31-12-2025 17:51 via businessinsider.com
  The only way to visit Molokai, one of Hawaii's least-touristy islands, is via a small commuter plane.Ashley ProbstI flew from Maui to Molokai, a Hawaiian island known for being quite rural and not touristy.The commuter plane was small, and the 20-minute flight offered me gorgeous aerial views.I'd only recommend this trip to travelers who can handle turbulence and want an off-grid adventure.I grew up on Maui and have spent much of my adult life living in and exploring Hawaii's many islands.Howeve
  
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• The internet can't decide: Is the post-interview thank-you card dead?

  31-12-2025 17:44 via businessinsider.com
  Photo illustration of job interview with software developers.vgajic/Getty ImagessA tweet about job interview thank-you notes sparked an online debate.Some users say thank-you notes are outdated due to changing norms.Others said etiquette has shifted since the pandemic.The internet is getting riled up over interview etiquette.On Tuesday, Alex Lieberman, an entrepreneur who cofounded Morning Brew, Tenex, and Storyarb, wrote on X that he is "floored" that the majority of job candidates he interview
  
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• A $258,750 salary and rent-free mansion: The perks Zohran Mamdani is set to get as NYC mayor

  31-12-2025 17:37 via businessinsider.com
  Zohran Mamdani, currently a state assemblyman, is set to get a massive raise when he takes office as mayor of New York City.Angelina Katsanis / AFP via Getty ImagesZohran Mamdani will earn an annual salary of $258,750 as New York City mayor.That's a big jump from the $142,000 annual salary he earned as a state assemblyman.He will also live rent-free in a mansion overlooking the East River.Zohran Mamdani is about to get a massive raise — and some swanky new accommodations.After he's sworn i
  
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• I've been in over 125 weddings. Here are 5 things guests actually care about — and 5 that are a waste of money.

  31-12-2025 17:26 via businessinsider.com
  A lot of guests judge the quality of a wedding on a few key things — but some details aren't worth wasting money on.Rawpixel.com/ShutterstockI've worked as a bridesmaid for hire for nearly a decade, attending over 125 weddings.At weddings, I think it's worth splurging on good food and a range of beverage options for guests.However, save money on intricate floral arrangements and wedding favors — guests rarely notice them.For years, I spent most of my weekends working for strangers at
  
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• The Trump phone that was originally supposed to be 'made in the USA' and released this year? It's been delayed

  31-12-2025 17:08 via businessinsider.com
  An image of the T1 phone from Trump MobileTrumpMobile.comThe Trump phone was announced in June and originally set to be released in August.Now, the company's customer service says the phone won't be shipped until the end of January.They also said the delay is partly related to the recent government shutdown.You won't be able to record any New Year's Eve festivities on a Trump phone.Though Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump — the president's two oldest sons — initially said that the gold
  
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• The best snow blowers to tackle winter weather in 2025

  31-12-2025 17:06 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best snow blowers use powerful augers to remove and launch accumulated snow to quickly and easily clear sidewalks, driveways, and patios.Ace Hardware;Amazon/Business InsiderWinter snow is gorgeous, but it's a complete hassle to clean up. While you can always rely on the best snow shovel and the best ice melt to keep your driveway and sidewalk clear, it's best to rely on a snow blower for heavy duty j
  
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• We bought America's ugliest home. After renovating it, we sold it for more than $600,000.

  31-12-2025 17:04 via businessinsider.com
  Real estate investing team Tanice and Paul Myers.Courtesy of Tanice MyersEach year, HomeVestors, the company behind We Buy Ugly Houses, hosts an ugly home contest.The contest showcases dramatic home makeovers from We Buy Ugly Houses franchise owners across the nation.This year's winner is a Boise bungalow once marked by smoke-stained walls and ceiling holes.Homes come in all shapes and sizes, and some homes are, frankly, ugly.Before undergoing a more than $100,000 renovation, a once-run-down fou
  
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• Michael Burry is talking smack about Tesla, but he's not shorting it

  31-12-2025 16:47 via businessinsider.com
  Michael Burry, investor of "The Big Short" fame.Astrid Stawiarz/Getty ImagesMichael Burry isn't betting against Tesla, despite recent criticism of the company.The 'Big Short' investor has described it as overvalued but says he has no short position.Burry isn't the only famed short seller who is choosing not to bet against Tesla right now.Michael Burry isn't shorting Tesla stock… at least not yet.The famed investor — best known for his prescient bet against the US housing market in 2
  
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• Kevin O'Leary says he came up with his vampire speech in 'Marty Supreme' — and almost wore actual fangs

  31-12-2025 16:46 via businessinsider.com
  Kevin O'Leary in "Marty Supreme."A24Kevin O'Leary's character Milton Rockwell in "Marty Supreme" was almost literally a vampire.O'Leary said he got his teeth molded for fangs while director Josh Safdie considered the idea.Ultimately, the fangs were scrapped, but the vampire line in his speech stayed in.Josh Safdie's ping-pong odyssey "Marty Supreme" has plenty of bizarre moments — including one where Mr. Wonderful from "Shark Tank" spanks Timothée Chalamet with a ping-pong paddle. B
  
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• The first Times Square ball was just 5 feet in diameter. See how it's evolved over the last 118 years.

  31-12-2025 16:33 via businessinsider.com
  Rita Ora and Ryan Seacrest at the Times Square Ball on December 30, 2025 in New York City.Kristina Bumphrey/Penske Media via Getty ImagesThe tradition of watching the ball drop in Times Square on New Year's Eve started in 1907.At the time, the ball was made of iron and wood.After multiple redesigns, today's ball weighs 12,350 pounds and features 5,280 crystal panels.2025 is coming to a close. So, as we reflect on all this year had to offer — the Coldplay '"Kiss Cam" video, Taylor and Travi
  
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• Russia is keeping its helicopters away from Ukraine's naval drones, a special forces commander says. They were becoming 'easy targets.'

  31-12-2025 16:33 via businessinsider.com
  Ukraine's naval drones, like the Magura V7, are equipped with missiles that have taken down Russian aircraft.AP Photo/Efrem LukatskyRussia is keeping helicopters away from Ukraine's naval drones, a commander said.He said they are "easy targets" for missile-armed drones.Ukraine has strengthened its naval drones with weapons like missiles that have hit Russian aircraft.Russian helicopters are now steering clear of Ukraine's naval drones because they are vulnerable to the surface-to-air missiles so
  
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• I'm a dietitian on the Mediterranean diet who loves Costco. Here are the 10 best things I bought there this year.

  31-12-2025 16:08 via businessinsider.com
  Costco is known for having some great deals.Mario Tama/Getty ImagesI'm a dietitian, and some of the best Mediterranean-diet staples I got this year came from Costco.Kirkland Signature blueberries and PuraVida fire-roasted root veggies were freezer staples for me. My favorite Costco buys this year included the Ithaca x Graza hummus and Safe Catch yellowfin tuna.As a dietitian and devoted follower of the Mediterranean diet, my love for Costco runs deep.An eating pattern rooted in fresh, whole food
  
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• See astronauts' most awe-inspiring photos taken from the International Space Station in 2025

  31-12-2025 16:01 via businessinsider.com
  NASA astronaut Jonny Kim poses for a photo inside the International Space Station's "window to the world."NASA2025 marked 25 years of nonstop human presence on the International Space Station.Photos shared by NASA show what life looked like 250 miles above Earth this year.Astronauts photographed the northern lights, hurricanes, lightning, rivers, and city streets.In the 25 years since the first permanent crew docked at the International Space Station, fewer than 300 people have experienced what
  
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• Wall Street's most outspoken tech bull says these are his 5 top AI stocks for 2026

  31-12-2025 16:00 via businessinsider.com
  Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives$ORBS)Dan Ives, Wall Street's most outspoken tech bull, recently gave his top five AI stocks for 2026.Surprisingly, Nvidia is not one of them, despite Ives' breathless praise throughout 2025.Microsoft is leading the pack as Wedbush's favorite large-cap tech name to own next year.Wall Street's loudest tech bull has given his five top AI stock picks fornext year, and Nvidia isn't one of them.That's a bit of a surprise for Dan Ives, the Wedbush Securities analyst
  
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• I spent 77 hours traveling from California to DC by train. It was worth it, but there are things everyone should know before any long ride.

  31-12-2025 15:55 via businessinsider.com
  I spend days riding two Amtrak trains to get from California to Washington, DC.Diana KruzmanI took Amtrak trains from California to Washington, DC, which took me 77 hours over four days.Consider bringing your own snacks, and know you can request hot water for instant meals and tea.Be careful booking tight layovers, and make sure to bring blankets and a coat so you can bundle up. A few years ago, when flight prices were awfully expensive, I saw an Amtrak ticket from California to Washington, DC,
  
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• I made my mom's slow-cooker pot roast recipe. The 5-ingredient recipe is the perfect easy meal for after the holidays.

  31-12-2025 15:44 via businessinsider.com
  This family recipe for slow-cooker pot roast requires only five ingredients.Erin McDowell/InsiderOne of my favorite comfort foods to make in a slow cooker is pot roast.However, my family's recipe for slow-cooked pot roast is a little different from others. It only requires five ingredients: chuck roast, gingersnaps, chili sauce, carrots, and water.When the post-holiday haze sets in, and cooking feels like the last thing you want to think about, this slow-cooker pot roast is the kind of cozy
  
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• There's a key difference between how investors are behaving now and during the dot-com bubble, Goldman Sachs exec says

  31-12-2025 15:33 via businessinsider.com
  Goldman Sachs' logoMichael M. Santiago/Getty ImagesAI hype has seized the stock market and been compared with the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s.Investors are acting differently this time, Goldman exec Ben Snider said in a Bloomberg podcast.They are focused on tangible, near-term earnings rather than speculative long-term potential, he said. Twenty-five years after the dot-com bubble saw internet hype grip markets — and then spectacularly unravel — AI is once again fueling market f
  
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• I am a mom and a longtime writing teacher. My kids' slang shows me how fast language is changing.

  31-12-2025 15:29 via businessinsider.com
  The author says slang is very much alive nowadays with kids.Courtesy of the authorSlang's role is shifting as digital culture spreads and dilutes new expressions quickly.Social media and AI have made slang more mainstream, reducing its power to signal belonging.Inventing personal slang at home fosters creativity and connection amid online language trends."What's slanging?" I ask my kids, hoping for a tutorial on the latest lingo. "Our teacher threatened yellow slips if anyone reacts again to six
  
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• New research reveals the top 10 US cities for social-media creators

  31-12-2025 15:17 via businessinsider.com
  Tyler Toney of Dude Perfect at an event in College Station, Texas.Alex Slitz/Getty ImagesNew research reveals where social-media stars are putting down stakes.Miami punches above its weight as the No. 3 city for top creators after Los Angeles and New York.Other big creator communities include Seattle, Atlanta, and Las Vegas.Hollywood remains the world's entertainment nexus, but many next-gen creators have decided they don't need a Los Angeles address to make it big.Miami, Las Vegas, and Seattle
  
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• The best dog dental chews and treats, with advice from vets

  31-12-2025 15:15 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best dental chews and treats effectively remove plaque and tartar from your dog's teeth.Chewy; Amazon/Business Insider
  Like people, dogs need regular dental care to help prevent bad breath, gum disease, and tooth loss. While regular professional cleanings at a veterinarian's office are essential for maintaining your dog's oral health, daily home care is also important. In addition to brushing your do
  
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• We've traveled with our kids since they were 6 weeks old. Now, they're confident, independent adults ready for anything.

  31-12-2025 15:12 via businessinsider.com
  Traveling with our kids since they were young has helped them become resilient, confident adults.VaNessa DuplessieMy husband and I decided early on that we still wanted to travel after having children.Over the years, our kids have visited 20 states and five countries, from Massachusetts to Mexico.Traveling has helped foster their resilience, confidence, and independence as they've grown up.Before having kids, my husband and I were avid travelers, and we knew we didn't want to stop after our son
  
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• Take a look at the abandoned New York City subway station where Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as mayor

  31-12-2025 15:01 via businessinsider.com
  The old City Hall station.Felix Lipov/ShutterstockMayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in on January 1 at the Old City Hall subway station.The now-abandoned station, which opened in 1904, is only accessible by guided tour.The station features tiled arches and ornate ceilings designed by Rafael Guastavino.An abandoned New York City subway station will briefly return to public life when mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani holds his private swearing-in ceremony beneath its tiled arches on January 1.The
  
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• I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.

  31-12-2025 14:38 via businessinsider.com
  Business Insider's reporter spent three hours in Delta's first class cabin while flying from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI flew first class with Delta for the first time from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida.My $500 ticket included Sky Priority service, two checked bags, breakfast, and a stellar seat.I felt like a VIP for the three-hour flight, but the trip wasn't long enough to justify the upgrade.One of the perks of flying first class is getting off the plane as
  
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• 3 successful job seekers share how they used LinkedIn to stand out and land new roles

  31-12-2025 14:01 via businessinsider.com
  LinkedIn can feel overcrowded, but these job seekers used specific strategies to stand out and land new roles.Photos courtesy of Lauren Young/Sophie Rose/Dhyey MavaniLinkedIn offers numerous job postings, but many users find it difficult to stand out and land roles.Business Insider spoke with three successful job seekers about the strategies they used on LinkedIn.A specific filter, a targeted cold outreach, and curated posting helped them cut through the crowd.Finding a job on LinkedIn can feel
  
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• 4 key ways AI changed the Big Four in 2025

  31-12-2025 13:28 via businessinsider.com
  Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, and EY make up the Big Four professional services firms.Emanuele Cremaschi//Getty Images, Craig T Fruchtman/Getty Images, Joan Cros/NurPhoto,, Joan Cros/NurPhoto via Getty Images.AI took hold in the professional services industry in 2025.From who they hire to what they do, the industry is in a moment of transition.This is what Business Insider learned this year about how the Big Four are embracing AI.The Big Four professional services firms are grappling with AI on two front
  
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• Tesla just made an 'unusual' move, and it could mean a rough end to the year

  31-12-2025 12:19 via businessinsider.com
  Tesla is battling to avoid a second consecutive annual sales decline.ODD ANDERSEN/AFP via Getty ImagesTesla published analyst estimates ahead of releasing critical sales figures this week.It was a surprise move for Elon Musk's EV maker, with one former investor calling it "highly unusual."The forecasts suggest Tesla is set to record a sales decline and miss out on a return to growth this year.Tesla had a surprise Christmas present for investors this year: more bad news about its EV business.Elon
  
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• I interviewed 80 executives in 2025. Here are 3 takeaways I learned from the people at the top.

  31-12-2025 11:54 via businessinsider.com
  Many leaders I spoke with took non-traditional paths to their current jobs.gradyreese/Getty Images/iStockphotoI spoke to around 80 executives in 2025, over 30 of whom worked at Fortune 500 companies.Many top leaders, like the CEOs of Booking Holdings and Brooks Running, had non-traditional starts.Execs I spoke with often demonstrated discipline in their routines and a history of bold behavior.Sadly, there's no secret formula for success — but after speaking with dozens of leaders this year
  
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• This New Year's Eve, the Champagne market is looking for hope

  31-12-2025 11:52 via businessinsider.com
  The Champagne market appears to be stabilizing — even amid tariffs and shifts in consumer preferences.Robert Michael/picture alliance via Getty ImagesThe Champagne industry has endured a variety of shocks in 2025, from tariffs to declining alcohol consumption.After a disastrous 2024, the market seems to have stabilized, according to early volume metrics.Champagne merchants Business Insider spoke to were feeling hopeful for the industry's future.Pour one out for your local Champagne se
  
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• Citi's stock-pick list has beaten the market 2 years running. Here are its 11 new selections for 2026.

  31-12-2025 11:50 via businessinsider.com
  Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesCiti compiles an annual large-cap stock list filled with buy-rated names.The group has beaten the S&P 500 over the last couple of years.Listed below are the 11 new additions to the stock basket for 2026.Look no further for investing ideas in the new year.A team of equity strategists at Citi said the bank just updated its Large Cap Recommended list — a group of 20 stocks compiled by the firm that has outperformed the S&P 500 over the last couple of years.Th
  
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• I cover side hustles and started my own in 2025. Here's the best business advice I heard all year.

  31-12-2025 11:45 via businessinsider.com
  After years of writing about side hustles, the author (right) started her own.Courtesy of Peak PickleballIn 2025, I interviewed dozens of entrepreneurs, who inspired me to start my own side hustle.Among the many nuggets of advice I reported on throughout the year, I picked my top three.One of my favorites: Surround yourself with smarter, more experienced people.There's an overwhelming amount of business advice out there.I hear a lot of it, by nature of my reporting and asking successful entrepre
  
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• Where billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg's yachts have been spotted ahead of New Year's Eve

  31-12-2025 11:44 via businessinsider.com
  Billionaires like Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, are flocking toward warm Caribbean waters for New Year's Eve.BG041/Bauer-Griffin/GC ImagesBillionaires appear to be flocking to warm Caribbean waters for New Year's Eve — at least that's what their yachts suggest.St. Barts is a hot spot this year, with yachts belonging to Jeff Bezos and Miriam Adelson in the vicinity.Here's where the ultrawealthy will ring in 2026, according to MarineTraffic data.As the year winds down
  
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• Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more are offering extended returns for holiday purchases — but exceptions and fees could apply

  31-12-2025 11:41 via businessinsider.com
  An Amazon return center inside a Kohl's department store.Kohl'sMany retailers are extending their typical returns period for items bought during the holiday season.Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more are accepting returns as late as January 31.Here are the major retailers' policies, and what exceptions and fees to watch out for.With the holiday gifting season in largely the rearview, the time for giving-it-back is in full-swing.Retailers surveyed by the National Retail Federation and UPS subsidiar
  
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• I'm 91 and the oldest working female comedian. Here's what I learned from starting a new career late in life.

  31-12-2025 11:40 via businessinsider.com
  D'yan Forest is the Guinness World Record holder for oldest working female comedian.Lanna Apisukh for BIThis as-told-to interview is based on a conversation with D'yan Forest, 91, who is the Guinness World Record holder for oldest working female comedian, a title she has held since she was 87. Forest said she works to stay active physically and mentally, keeping her mind sharp and her life fulfilling. The following has been edited for length and clarity.I was born in 1934. When I was five years
  
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• From tech panics to record runs, these are the 10 wildest moments that defined markets this year

  31-12-2025 11:35 via businessinsider.com
  Spencer Platt/Getty Images2025 was a volatile year for stocks, crypto, and other asset classes.The S&P 500 nearly fell into a bear market in the first half of the year before recovering to record highs.Detailed below are the 10 wildest moments that defined 2025 for investors.2025 was a wild year for markets of all kinds.Everything from stocks to crypto to commodities experienced a rollercoaster ride that amounted to what felt like an especially volatile year.Some of the key events feel like
  
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• The Silicon Valley leaders who have experimented with psychedelics

  31-12-2025 11:33 via businessinsider.com
  Steve Jobs, Sam Altman, and Bill Gates spoke publicly about using psychedelic drugs. Google cofounder Sergey Brin has reportedly eaten magic mushrooms.Justin Sullivan/Kevork Djansezian/Justin Sullivan/GettySilicon Valley has a long history with psychedelics.Apple cofounder Steve Jobs and OpenAI's Sam Altman have talked publicly about their experiences.Bryan Johnson recently tried magic mushrooms on a livestream on social media.Some of the biggest names in Silicon Valley have dabbled in psychedel
  
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• More than 500 stores are set to open across the US in 2026. See our list.

  31-12-2025 11:30 via businessinsider.com
  Barnes & Noble is among the retailers reportedly opening more stores in 2026.Al Drago/Getty ImagesRetailers such as Dollar General and Nordstrom Rack plan major store expansions in the US in 2026.Store openings are outpacing closures so far, with nearly 300 closures announced for 2026.From Uniqlo to L.L. Bean, see what retailers have said about plans to open new stores next year.While some retailers are scaling back in 2026, others are expanding their footprints across the US.The success of
  
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• Social Security payment calendar 2026: See when beneficiaries will receive monthly checks

  31-12-2025 11:28 via businessinsider.com
  Social Security payment days vary depending on each beneficiaries' birth date.iStock; Getty Images; Tyler Le/BISocial Security beneficiaries will receive monthly checks based on their birth dates in the new year.Checks will be distributed on Wednesdays, unchanged from 2025.Beneficiaries will also see a cost-of-living raise and potential tax breaks.Each month, 74 million Americans receive their Social Security checks.The payments — which are typically between $800 and $3,000 a month —
  
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