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• We tested the best women's loafers for the office, travel, and beyond. Here are the 18 most comfortable pairs.

  05-03-2026 23:57 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMy favorite loafers I've worn for years include statement platforms and preppy penny loafers. Pictured above are loafers by M.Gemi, Camper, and Nomasei.Gabrielle Chase, Sally Kaplan/Business InsiderI've tested nearly a hundred pairs of dress shoes over the course of my career as a style editor, but I always come back to loafers. There's something about their tailored polish and easy, flat sole that just
  
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• Best Abercrombie promo codes we've tested in March 2026

  05-03-2026 23:27 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAbercrombie & FitchUpdate: After searching for Abercrombie promo codes and testing various listed options, we've been unable to find any active coupons at the time of writing. We'll continue to hunt for potential coupons and keep this page updated as we find them. In the meantime, you can browse other Abercrombie deals below or return to your cart.Abercrombie remains one of the best places to shop if
  
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• I ditched my basic pill organizer for a compact from Dosey. It changed the way I approach taking medication.

  05-03-2026 22:40 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreDosey is changing the game of medication management. Here's why I love these candy-colored compacts.Kinsley Searles/Business InsiderMy personal philosophy in life: nothing should be boring, and if it can bring you joy, it should. I've never quite been able to apply my philosophy to my medical routine. I take daily medications, and have resorted to a good old-fashioned plastic pill organizer to keep every
  
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• My daughters were secretly tracking my location and I had no idea. I'm actually relieved they care about where I am.

  05-03-2026 22:29 via businessinsider.com
  The author and her daughters all track each otherCourtesy of the authorI didn't have a smartphone when my kids were teens, and they paid their own cell bills.When I finally bought an iPhone, I didn't ask for their locations, but I learned they were tracking me.With my daughters now in their 20s, we all decided to share our whereabouts. "Mom, why r u not at yoga?" texted my 19-year-old Annie."What? How did you know I'd been at yoga?" I wrote back, using my right index finger to whip out a speedy,
  
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• Worries about an oil shock hammer stocks again after Iran says it attacked a crude tanker

  05-03-2026 22:27 via businessinsider.com
  VCG/VCG via Getty ImagesStocks tanked on Thursday as oil prices spiked again.The worst-case fear is that higher oil prices could spike inflation and slow economic growth.The Dow lost and Treasury yields jumped again after a brief dip on Wednesday. Soaring oil prices battered markets again on Thursday after a brief respite in Wednesday's session.The sell-off in US stocks resumed as Iran said it attacked a crude tanker, reigniting fears about an oil-price shock that could send inflation higher.Oil
  
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• Best GlassesUSA coupons and promo codes we've tested in March 2026

  05-03-2026 22:02 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreUse these GlassesUSA coupons to get a free pair.GlassesUSABuying a new pair of glasses can be a tiring and expensive ordeal, but GlassesUSA can help streamline the process and make it a bit more budget-friendly. Whether you're looking to upgrade your prescription lenses or just want a new pair of readers, the online retailer has something for all needs. The site often offers deeply discounted prices, but
  
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• Americans have been told to leave the Middle East immediately. Here's the latest guidance.

  05-03-2026 21:54 via businessinsider.com
  A passenger in Beirut on Saturday, after airspace was closed following the US and Israel's attack on Iran and subsequent retaliation.Houssam Shbaro/Anadolu via Getty ImagesAmericans are being advised to immediately leave the Middle East.The US and Israel struck Iran on Saturday, sparking retaliation in the region.The State Department said late on Wednesday that it's providing charter flights out for US citizens.The US government is advising Americans to leave the Middle East immediately amid the
  
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• The 14 best men's wallets for carrying cards and cash

  05-03-2026 21:53 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBellroy Hide & Seek Low (left) and Leatherology Money Clip Wallet (right).Amir Ismael/Business InsiderWhether you're replacing a worn-out favorite or picking up a thoughtful gift, investing in one of the best wallets for men is a smart move that doesn't have to be expensive.The top options combine easy access to cash and cards with slim, pocket-friendly designs and durable materials that hold up over
  
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• The Iran war is seeing big combat and weapons firsts. Here are the standouts so far.

  05-03-2026 21:44 via businessinsider.com
  The war in Iran has seen some landmark firsts and historic events.US Navy photoThe US war with Iran has had standout first combat uses of drones and aircraft kills.Operation Epic Fury began with a massive joint US-Israel strike on Iran's military and leadership.The expected timeline and cost are being debated by officials.The US and Israel's war in Iran is producing notable combat firsts, from first uses of certain weapons to first-of-their-kind combat engagements.The US launched Operation Epic
  
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• Missiles are flying across the Middle East — and the air defense price tag is getting heavier

  05-03-2026 21:40 via businessinsider.com
  The MIM-104 Patriot system has been a key air defense system in the Middle East.US Army photo by Sgt. David RinconThe Middle East has been locked in a widening air defense battle as Iran continues to fire missiles across the region.Almost every ballistic missile requires a multimillion-dollar interceptor, sometimes more than one.The US and its allies have already intercepted hundreds of Iranian missiles.Iranian missiles and drones are flying across the Middle East, forcing the US, Israel, and th
  
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• 'Trump can fix very little': JPMorgan's former quant chief says the TACO trade won't save the market from the Iran war

  05-03-2026 21:39 via businessinsider.com
  Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesTrump Always Chickens Out has saved Wall Street more than once in the president's second term.The TACO trade describes the market's relief rally after Trump backs off from aggressive policy. Marko Kolanovic, JPMorgan's former quant chief, says TACO isn't in play amid the Iran war. TACO, or Trump Always Chickens Out, has offered relief for Wall Street in times of stress brought on by the president's policies, but it won't stem the sell-off from the Iran war, JPMorgan's f
  
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• The best Roku TVs of 2026

  05-03-2026 21:39 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Roku TVs strike a balance between value, reliability, and picture performance.Ryan Waniata/Business InsiderRoku streaming devices are well known for their no-fuss interface. The home screen is refreshingly simple: no overwhelming rows of content suggestions, just a clean page with big app icons for the services you actually use. The best Roku TVs take that same easygoing experience and build it
  
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• Baz Luhrmann found 65 reels of lost Elvis Presley footage in Kansas salt mines

  05-03-2026 21:30 via businessinsider.com
  Baz Luhrmann.Gareth Cattermole/GettyIf Baz Luhrmann's projects are known for anything, it's their bravado.In the Australian director's hands, an adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" is set in the present day, where the warring gangs of Capulets and Montagues wear leather vests and tropical shirts. A jukebox musical inspired by "La Boheme" becomes a dazzling smash hit featuring songs by everyone from Nirvana to David Bowie. And an "Elvis" biopic gets a change of perspective and a soundt
  
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• OpenAI's 'stunning admission': Maybe people don't want to book stuff inside ChatGPT

  05-03-2026 21:29 via businessinsider.com
  OpenAI CEO Sam AltmanShelby Tauber/ReutersOpenAI wanted to handle bookings and other transactions on ChatGPT. Now, it might not.Shares of online travel agents Booking.com and Expedia surge on the news.TD Cowen analysts call OpenAI's retreat a "stunning admission."Not so long ago, OpenAI would announce a grand expansion, and stocks in the relevant sector would swoon. Now, the opposite is happening.News broke overnight that OpenAI is backing off from handling bookings and other purchases directly
  
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• The 5 best drip coffee makers, tested by a professional barista

  05-03-2026 21:13 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best coffee maker perfectly satisfies your caffeine needs, whether you need a lot of coffee or just a single cup.Molly Allen/Business InsiderWhether your morning doesn't start until you've poured your third cup of coffee or you're good to go on a single serving, the best drip coffee maker should do one thing reliably: brew consistently good coffee day after day. The best models reach precise temperat
  
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• The 5 best no-pull dog harnesses we tested with our dogs

  05-03-2026 21:03 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWe used hands-on, real-world testing to identify the best no-pull harnesses for both large and small dogs.Jackie Brown; Elizabeth Holbrook/Business InsiderDogs that pull can learn to walk on a loose leash with the right equipment. The best no-pull dog harnesses are designed to make walks calmer and more enjoyable for both you and your dog. These harnesses feature a front-clip leash attachment at the ches
  
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• We tested dozens of flats to find the most comfortable pairs

  05-03-2026 20:51 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreGabrielle Chase/Business InsiderMy number one piece of advice as a style editor has always been this: Own at least one pair of comfortable flats. Heels are fun, but when your everyday routine involves real mileage, a dependable pair of flats is essential.With our team's office based in Manhattan's Financial District, I put serious wear on my shoes. For this guide, our style editors focused on flats that
  
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• 'Million Dollar Listing' broker sues Oren Alexander as verdict looms in his criminal case

  05-03-2026 20:49 via businessinsider.com
  Tracy Tutor.: Nicole Weingart/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty ImagesReal estate broker Tracy Tutor has filed a lawsuit against Oren Alexander, alleging sexual assault.Alexander and his two brothers could soon learn their fate in their criminal sex trafficking trial.Tutor starred on Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles" reality TV show."Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles" star Tracy Tutor has sued Oren Alexander, accusing him of sexual assault as the ex-high-end real estate broker and his
  
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• Hidden details in the video of a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship, according to a WWII expert

  05-03-2026 20:38 via businessinsider.com
  A split image showing a US Navy submarine torpedoing an Iranian warship.US Department of DefenseA US Navy submarine sank an enemy vessel for the first time since World War II in combat with Iran.A WWII expert told Business Insider the attack looked "remarkably similar" to a 1945 US submarine engagement.The video suggests that a Virginia-class submarine carried out the attack before dawn.For the first time since World War II, a US Navy submarine has sunk an enemy vessel in combat.Earlier this wee
  
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• Low-rise jeans and exposed midriffs are back. Denim brands are ready to cash in.

  05-03-2026 20:30 via businessinsider.com
  Attention, millennials: Low-rise jeans are back in style.Andrea Cremascoli/GC ImagesLow-rise jeans are making comeback as brands like Lucky Brand launch denim campaigns.American Eagle said it's seeking to push into the low-rise trend amid wider denim market pressure.Celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez have embraced the return of low-rise jeans.The jeans millennials once swore off are strutting back into stores.Low-rise jeans are back and catching on so much so that denim brands are
  
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• 12 stylish sweatsuits that are perfect for travel, errands, and working from home

  05-03-2026 20:13 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTalia Ergas/Business InsiderIt supposedly takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something. If that's true, then you can call me the sweatsuit expert. Six years ago I started working from home full time, and since then I've collected no less than 23 matching sets.The best sweatsuits for women I've found are just as cozy as your favorite sweatshirt and sweatpants, but look far more intentional than a m
  
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• Meta hires the team behind Gizmo, the buzzy vibe-coding app that lets users create their own mini-games

  05-03-2026 20:05 via businessinsider.com
  Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesMeta hired the engineers behind the vibe-coding app Gizmo.The app lets people use AI to create and share interactive content, like mini apps or games.The team from Gizmo's parent company, Atma Sciences Inc., has joined Meta's Superintelligence Labs unit.Meta recently hired the team of engineers behind Gizmo, a buzzy AI startup founded by ex-Snapchat staffers.A spokesperson for Meta confirmed that the team joined Meta earlier this year. The company declined
  
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• Salesforce president says company is 'appropriately adjusting' after Marc Benioff's ICE jokes

  05-03-2026 20:04 via businessinsider.com
  Salesforce CEO Marc BenioffStefani Reynolds—Bloomberg via Getty Images/ReutersLast month, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff made jokes about ICE during an employee event.The comments drew criticism from some Salesforce employees and executives.On Thursday, President Robin Washington told staff the company is "appropriately adjusting."Salesforce leadership addressed the controversy around CEO Marc Benioff's recent jokes about Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to audio of an internal
  
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• Most of the US economy is already in a recession, and GDP is only being propped up by tech, market vet says

  05-03-2026 20:01 via businessinsider.com
  Sean Gallup/Getty ImagesMost of the US economy is in a recession, Jim Paulsen said in a recent post.The veteran strategist explained that "new era" spending is propping up the wider economy.Paulsen compared the bifurcation to the Mag 7 vs. the rest of the stock market. The US economy has proven more resilient than many feared, but one Wall Street veteran says that a recession is only being held back by tech. Jim Paulsen, a markets strategist with more than 40 years of experience on Wall Street,
  
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• These airlines are sending rescue flights to the Middle East, where thousands of travelers remain stuck

  05-03-2026 19:58 via businessinsider.com
  Several airlines are flying select flights to and from the UAE.Flightradar24The UAE has partially opened its skies, allowing airlines to pick up stranded travelers.Most airlines' regular schedules to and from much of the Middle East remain suspended.The State Department encouraged stranded Americans to fill out a monitoring form.It's been a confusing six days since missile attacks across the Middle East stranded travelers and planes in airports across the world.Things are still far from normal a
  
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• Where to watch UFC: Live stream MMA anywhere

  05-03-2026 19:57 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreUFC is now available through Paramount Plus in the US.Stephen R. Sylvanie/IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect2026 has ushered in a new era of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, at least when it comes to US viewing options. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch UFC, including live streaming options for upcoming title fights.ESPN's tenure as the UFC's US broadcast rights holder has
  
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• Salesforce CEO says Block's cuts shouldn't fuel worries of mass layoffs: 'That company has its own unique issues'

  05-03-2026 19:35 via businessinsider.com
  Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff says up to 50% of his company's work is now being performed by AI. Really?Brontë Wittpenn/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty ImagesLast month, Block announced a 40% staff reduction — renewing fears about AI's impact on employment.Marc Benioff, the CEO of Salesforce, said Block "has its own unique issues."Benioff's views contrast other Silicon Valley titans, who predict sweeping employment shifts.AI leaders have said that artificial intelligence could elimina
  
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• Where to watch Indian Wells: Live stream the 2026 BNP Paribas Open anywhere

  05-03-2026 18:45 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreJack Draper returns to defend his title.Jayne Kamin-Oncea/IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectThe BNP Paris Open is underway, marking the first 1000-level ATP and WTA tournament of the year on US soil. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch Indian Wells, including global live streaming options.Indian Wells, or the BNP Paribas Open, brings top talent from the ATP and WTA to Southern C
  
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• A key Paramount ally makes the case for using Middle East money to buy Warner Bros.: 'The world is changing.'

  05-03-2026 18:27 via businessinsider.com
  In the second Trump administration, American businesses and government officialshave been eager to do deals in the Middle East. Paramount's deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery may use financing from a Saudi sovereign wealth fund controlled by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, pictured here next to Elon Musk and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in November, 2025.Win McNamee/Getty ImagesLast year, Paramount said it would use $24 billion in funding from Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar to
  
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• The 9 best slippers for men in 2026

  05-03-2026 18:23 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBombas Saturday Suede Slip-On (left) and Bombas Gripper Slipper (right).Amir Ismael/Business InsiderFew things feel as good as stepping into a pair of slippers, whether it's first thing in the morning or after a long day on your feet. We should know, because we've been testing (and re-testing) men's slippers across the Reviews team for about seven years now. Yep, we've put literal years of research and t
  
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• The best silent alarm clocks, tested and reviewed

  05-03-2026 17:54 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWhether you're hearing-impaired or don't want to disturb a partner or roommate, the best silent alarm clocks use light or vibrations to help you wake up on time.Amazon/Business InsiderEven though they may not use beeps or music, the best silent alarm clocks are just as effective as their traditional, noisy counterparts. Silent alarm clocks are the best alarm clocks for very heavy sleepers, those who don'
  
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• Fears about retail-investor participation in private credit are playing out in real time

  05-03-2026 17:39 via businessinsider.com
  Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesMoody's last year flagged risks it sees from a flood of retail money into private markets. Some of that appears to be playing out as retail-focused private credit funds face redemption requests. Moody's had warned that retail investors might not be prepared for the illiquidity of private markets.A scenario some market pros had warned about in private credit is starting to play out.Analysts at Moody's Investors Service last summer had warned that retail-investor particip
  
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• The best Bose soundbars of 2026

  05-03-2026 17:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Bose soundbars deliver clear and detailed audio.Tyler Hayes/Business InsiderIf you've ever cranked up your TV volume only to realize the dialogue still sounds flat or muffled, you're not alone. I've been reviewing audio gear for more than a decade, and Bose is one of those brands that rarely disappoints. Whether it's headphones or full home theater setups, its products consistently deliver clean
  
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• NBC says Savannah Guthrie plans to return to 'Today' show as the search for her mother drags on

  05-03-2026 17:29 via businessinsider.com
  Savannah Guthrie and her siblings have issued a video plea for their mother's safe return home.NDZ/Star Max/GC ImagesSavannah Guthrie stopped by the Manhattan studio of the "Today" show on Thursday.The morning show co-host has been on hiatus from the NBC program since her mother's disappearance.A "Today" spokesperson said Guthrie has plans to return to the show one day."Today" show host Savannah Guthrie visited the New York City studio of the NBC morning program on Thursday as the search for her
  
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• The 15 most educated states in the US — and the 15 least educated

  05-03-2026 17:25 via businessinsider.com
  Test scores, among 17 other metrics, were used to rank US states in a recent study.Newsday LLC/Newsday via Getty ImagesEducation can look widely different across state lines in the US.A WalletHub study ranked all US states by educational attainment and quality-of-education metrics.Massachusetts ranked highest, while West Virginia ranked lowest.Education in the US is far from a monolith.From long-standing education hubs in the Northeast to improvement efforts in the South, a child's education can
  
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