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• Chappell Roan leaves Casey Wasserman's talent agency after he appeared in the Epstein files

  10-02-2026 06:15 via businessinsider.com
  Chappell Roan said she was leaving her talent agency after the CEO appeared in the Epstein files.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesChappell Roan is leaving the talent agency Wasserman Music after its CEO appeared in the Epstein files."I hold my teams to the highest standards and have a duty to protect them as well," Roan said.Casey Wasserman apologized after past emails between him and Ghislaine Maxwell emerged.Chappell Roan is leaving talent agency Wasserman Music. Last month, the agency's CEO
  
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• Elon Musk said he'll congratulate Blue Origin if they land on the moon before SpaceX — he's focused on something else

  10-02-2026 06:04 via businessinsider.com
  Tesla CEO Elon Musk admitted he has sometimes made mistakes in his approach to hiring.Alex Brandon/APElon Musk says he would congratulate Blue Origin if it reaches the moon before SpaceX.SpaceX is focused on a more ambitious goal of building a "self-growing city" on the moon, Musk said.He added that SpaceX is "more the tortoise than the hare," a reference to Jeff Bezos' tortoise post.Elon Musk says he's happy to lose one lunar milestone if it helps him win the bigger prize.The SpaceX chief said
  
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• I've traveled to over 40 countries. These 5 bucket-list destinations left me disappointed.

  10-02-2026 06:03 via businessinsider.com
  Andre Neveling says Bali seemed to be an island straining under mass tourism.Andre NevelingAs a seasoned traveler, Andre Neveling learned that some places are better left as fantasies.A layover in Cairo revealed how modern chaos can overshadow even the most majestic ancient wonders.For Neveling, Bali felt more like a commercial cult, and he was shocked by how rude people were in Paris.My obsession with travel began early. While other kids plastered their walls with posters of pop stars, I pinned
  
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• Drones on Ukraine's frontline perform so unpredictably in frigid weather that it's like 'Russian roulette': commander

  10-02-2026 06:02 via businessinsider.com
  Andrieiev, pictured here, is a deputy drone commander fighting in the Kharkiv direction.Ukrainian 3rd Army CorpsA Ukrainian commander shares how extreme cold can significantly degrade an FPV drone's performance.The senior lieutenant said anything from the drone's camera lens to its battery can be disrupted.Ukraine just endured one of its coldest weeks of the war, with temperatures dropping to -6°F.Extreme winter temperatures can pose an onslaught of technical challenges for drone operators o
  
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• A16z partner says that the theory that we'll vibe code everything is 'flat wrong'

  10-02-2026 06:01 via businessinsider.com
  The A16z GP said that software stocks have been completely oversold.Harry Murphy/Sportsfile for Collision via Getty ImagesAnish Acharya says it is not worth it to use AI-assisted coding for all business functions.AI should focus on core business development, not rebuilding enterprise software.The A16z partner added that software stocks that took a beating last week were oversold.Vibe coding everything is just not worth it, says an Andressen Horowitz partner.On an episode of the "20VC" podcast re
  
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• Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, 41, says she has a tibia fracture and no regrets

  10-02-2026 04:56 via businessinsider.com
  Lindsey Vonn.Kevin Voigt/Getty ImagesLindsey Vonn, 41, says she has a complex tibia fracture that will require multiple surgeries to fix.The US alpine skier had to be airlifted off the slopes after crashing during Sunday's race at the Milan Olympics.Vonn's father said that he would prefer she retire from the sport.Lindsey Vonn, 41, says she has "no regrets" about her Olympics comeback despite her crash during the women's alpine downhill competition on Sunday.The US alpine skier was about 13 seco
  
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• This performance underwear made from wool regulates body temperature and wicks moisture better than technical fabrics — it's pricey at $45 a pair, but well worth the investment

  10-02-2026 03:24 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase.
  Smartwool's InstagramFounded in the Colorado Rockies, Smartwool has been making premium outdoor gear using imported merino wool for nearly 25 years. One of its best-selling products is the Merino 150 Boxer Briefs.
  By only using the wool of merin
  
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• These cleverly designed women's work pants use your own body heat to smooth wrinkles – and they're worth the $145

  10-02-2026 03:18 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase.
  Ministry of SupplyMinistry of Supply's Skinny Kinetic Pants ($145) fix their own wrinkles by redirecting your body heat, and they stretch without losing shape.
  I tested them out, and they hold up to their promises: wrinkle-free and flexible with
  
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• Salesforce quietly laid off workers in a new round of cuts

  10-02-2026 03:13 via businessinsider.com
  Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff.Halil Sagirkaya/Anadolu via Getty ImagesSalesforce cut part of its workforce earlier this month.Staff in teams across marketing, product, and data were let go.The cut involved fewer than 1,000 roles, according to a person familiar with the matter.Salesforce made cuts to its workforce at the beginning of this month.The cut involved fewer than 1,000 roles, according to a person familiar with the matter.At least nine employees posted on LinkedIn that their roles had been
  
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• Salesforce appoints 6 new leaders in an executive shake-up after 5 high-profile departures

  10-02-2026 02:30 via businessinsider.com
  co-founders of Airkit: Adam Evans and Stephen EhikianAirkitSalesforce has appointed new leaders in an executive shake-up.Six new hires and promoted executives will lead businesses like Agentforce and Slack.The executives replace five high-profile leaders who have announced departures since December.Salesforce has hired or promoted six new leaders, replacing five high-profile leaders who have announced departures from the company since December, according to a person familiar with the changes.Iai
  
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• Trump threatens to block the opening of a bridge between Ontario and Michigan in ongoing spat with Canada

  10-02-2026 01:20 via businessinsider.com
  Trump threatens to block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, which connects Ontario to Michigan.Business Wire/APPresident Donald Trump threatens to block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, which connects Ontario to Michigan.Tensions rose as Trump demanded that the US own half of the new Canada-US bridge.Trump has been threatening to hike tariffs on Canadian goods and aircraft.President Donald Trump is threatening to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a long-awaited
  
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• Tommy John underwear and briefs are 30% off with our exclusive coupon

  10-02-2026 00:46 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTommy JohnWhy we love this Tommy John saleUnderwear is one of those essentials you only notice when it's not doing its job. If your basics are itchy, digging in, or constantly shifting, it might be time for an upgrade. Brands like Tommy John focus on breathable, cooling, moisture-wicking underwear that stays put and feels comfortable all day. Known for elevated basics that actually perform, Tommy John un
  
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• Tesla loses another sales executive

  10-02-2026 00:42 via businessinsider.com
  Elon Musk at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in 2026.Harun Ozalp/Anadolu via Getty ImagesTesla vice president Raj Jegannathan announced he had left the carmaker after 13 years.Jegannathan had been tasked with leading Tesla's sales and service departments in North America.Tesla delivery numbers have slumped over the past year.Raj Jegannathan, who was once tasked with managing Tesla's sales and service team in North America, announced his departure from the company on Monday.Jegann
  
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• How to get free diamonds with your Valentine's Day jewelry order from Brilliant Earth

  10-02-2026 00:07 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBrilliant EarthBuying fine jewelry online can feel intimidating — especially when you're spending real money on diamonds. Brilliant Earth is one of the more established options in the space, founded in 2005 and known for engagement rings, wedding bands, and everyday fine jewelry featuring both natural and lab-grown diamonds. If you're shopping for Valentine's Day gifts, the brand typically leans in
  
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