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• 3 key charts show just how fragile stocks are right now

  14-08-2017 19:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  The most complacent stock market in history was shocked to attention last week after fiery comments from President Donald Trump about North Korea ratcheted up geopolitical tensions worldwide.
  The S&P 500 dropped 1.5%, the most since May, as investors sought the relative safety of Treasury bonds and gold, clearly shaken by the potential for military escalation.
  The benchmark index bounced back in a big way on Monday, climbing more than 1%, showing that there's still appetite fo
  
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• South Korea's red-hot stock rally still has room to run even after recent turmoil, Goldman Sachs says

  06-07-2026 07:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  AI-driven gains in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix helped make South Korea's KOSPI Asia's best-performing major equity index in the first half of the year.Jung Yeon-je/AFP/Getty ImagesSouth Korea's red-hot stock rally has turned volatile after a blistering first half.But Goldman Sachs still sees more than 20% upside for the Kospi over the next 12 months.The market's next leg higher should extend beyond AI chip giants into overlooked sectors, the bank said.South Korea's blistering stock-market r
  
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• We pitted Base 44's new AI model against Anthropic's to build the same website. One was faster.

  06-07-2026 07:00 via businessinsider.com
  
  Base44 launched its own AI model, Base 1, earlier this week.Base44Base44 just released its own AI model, Base 1, which it hopes will reduce AI-slop design.We put it to the test by pitting it against Anthropic's Opus 4.8, asking both to build the same website.Base 1 was faster and used fewer credits to deliver a competitive product.Base44 launched its own AI model to edge out competitors like Lovable, Replit, and Cursor.Maor Shlomo, the founder and CEO of Base44, told Business Insider that part o
  
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• Groq's founder says his 'terrible' leadership cost his company 3 to 4 years

  06-07-2026 06:44 via businessinsider.com
  
  Groq's founder said that he set his company back three to four years because of leadership mistakes.Bloomberg/Getty ImagesJonathan Ross said his leadership mistake cost Groq several years.The founder said his leadership mistakes included hiring issues and excessive delegation.The turning point for Ross was shifting from talent growth to talent selection.Jonathan Ross, Groq's former CEO, says his steep learning curve as a founder came at a hefty cost."I was a terrible leader. I was one of the wor
  
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• An essential guide to all the Targaryen kids on 'House of the Dragon' and how they're related

  06-07-2026 04:08 via businessinsider.com
  
  Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) with her two eldest sons in "House of the Dragon" season one.Ollie Upton/HBO"House of the Dragon" is a "Game of Thrones" prequel that follows a Targaryen civil war.Some of the Targaryen kids grew from toddlers to young adults in season one.Here's a complete visual guide to the confusing Targaryen family tree.Warning: Spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season three, episode three."House of the Dragon" is back for its third and penultimate season, bringing it
  
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• Daeron Targaryen finally made his debut in 'House of the Dragon.' Here's what to know about Alicent's youngest son.

  06-07-2026 04:00 via businessinsider.com
  
  Olivia Cooke and Ewan Mitchell as Alicent Hightower and Aemond Targaryen in "House of the Dragon."Theo Whitman/HBOIn "House of the Dragon," Daeron Targaryen is the youngest son of Alicent and the late King Viserys.Daeron grew up with the Hightowers in Oldtown, rather than in King's Landing with his siblings.He finally makes his debut in "HOTD" season three. Here's what to know about Daeron in the book.Warning: Spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season three, episode three, and for the book
  
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• After decades in Silicon Valley, a former Apple and Amazon engineer started an AI chip company in his mid-50s

  06-07-2026 02:00 via businessinsider.com
  
  Stephen Huang, Founder and CEO of Tranxform, participated in a demo at the Computex trade show this year.Stephen Huang/TranxformAfter decades in Silicon Valley, Stephen Huang, 55, launched AI chip startup Tranxform.Tranxform is trying to build more efficient AI processors and recruit top talent in Taiwan.Huang says AI hardware favors deep experience over youthful speed.Stephen Huang had spent decades building chips in Silicon Valley when ChatGPT's launch convinced him the market was ready for th
  
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• I left Google and spent a year traveling. 6 months on a Thai island led me to a career I never expected.

  06-07-2026 01:48 via businessinsider.com
  
  Sara Wilczynska took a yearlong career break and discovered watercolor while traveling in Thailand, setting her on the path to a new career.Provided by Sara WilczynskaSara Wilczynska grew up in Poland and built her career as a software engineer in offices around the world.She found the pace at Google in the US unsustainable, so she quit and traveled with her partner for a year.A watercolor hobby she picked up on a Thai island turned into a new career, leading her to open an art studio in San Die
  
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• These seniors practice parkour to stay mobile and reduce their risk of falling

  06-07-2026 01:14 via businessinsider.com
  
  Tan Shie Boon, founder of Movement.sg, teaches parkour to older adults in Singapore.Provided by Tan Shie Boon.On a sunny Friday morning, a group of nine people gathered at an exercise corner in one of Singapore's public housing blocks.Clad in workout wear and sneakers, some rolled their shoulders and stretched their calves. Others stood together in small circles, chatting beneath the morning sun.Over the next hour and a half, the conversation continued flowing as they hopped across concrete ledg
  
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• Waymo says some of its robotaxis ran out of power during San Francisco's July 4 gridlock and had to be towed

  05-07-2026 23:38 via businessinsider.com
  
  Some Waymo cars stalled and had to be towed during the July 4th celebrations in San Francisco.Yalonda M. James/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty ImagesSome of Waymo's cars struggled to navigate the chaos of July 4 in San Francisco.Social media posts showed the company's vehicles stalled in traffic, adding to the gridlock.Waymo said "extreme traffic congestion" disrupted its normal operations.Some of Waymo's robotaxis in San Francisco weren't all that autonomous on Independence Day.Several San Fr
  
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• I'm a 75-year-old retiree in Newark. My partner and I spend $150 a week on groceries and save money by skipping meat.

  05-07-2026 23:22 via businessinsider.com
  
  John Goldstein grows tomatoes and herbs to have fresh ingredients to cook with.John GoldsteinJohn Goldstein, a 75-year-old retiree in New Jersey, spends about $150 a week on food for him and his partner.Skipping meat and avoiding restaurants helps him balance his budget against rising healthcare costs.He says frugality doesn't have to be unenjoyable for those willing to learn new ways to cook at home.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with John Goldstein, a 75-year-old retiree in N
  
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• How to watch Mexico vs. England online for free from anywhere

  05-07-2026 23:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreHarry Kane carries the hopes of a nation once again.Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesThe short version: Live stream the game for free on BBC in the UK, SBS in Australia, or Tabii in Turkey. If you're not in those countries, use NordVPN to bypass the online geo-restrictions. The game is also available on FOX in the US.Can Harry Kane help drag England out of the pit of failure once again? As if England didn't ha
  
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• I'm the organizer in my friend group. Someone has to be, or we'd never see each other.

  05-07-2026 21:44 via businessinsider.com
  
  The author is the one organizing friends' hangouts.Courtesy of the authorI've spent years organizing gatherings for my female friends.Friendship requires effort, especially as adults get busier.Being the organizer is less glamorous and more important than people realize.I'm the organizer in my friend group. But I'm not by nature an organizer. I love to separate the laundry into piles and then shove the clothes, unfolded, into drawers. I'm also not a glamorous, girl boss who makes everyone wear c
  
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• The best flea and tick treatments for dogs, with guidance from veterinarians

  05-07-2026 18:27 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best flea and tick treatments for dogs include both prescription and over-the-counter options from brands like Seresto, K9 Advantix, Capstar, and Simparica.Chewy/Business InsiderFleas and ticks are common parasites that can trigger a variety of health issues in dogs, including skin irritation and infections, anemia (particularly in puppies), tapeworms, Lyme disease, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
  
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• Google Home Speaker review: 3 things to know before you buy

  05-07-2026 17:45 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Google Home Speaker is designed for the brand's Gemini AI assistant.Tyler Hayes/Business InsiderGoogle has released its latest smart speaker, and it's the first designed with the brand's new Gemini digital assistant in mind. The Google Home Speaker is now available for $99, and it comes in four colors.At that price, I had high hopes for the Google Home Speaker, but it doesn't quite live up to its ful
  
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• He's making $330,000 secretly juggling 2 jobs. He says it's 'surreal' not having to worry about money.

  05-07-2026 17:38 via businessinsider.com
  
  A Texas healthcare worker is earning about $330,000 this year secretly juggling two full-time jobs.Maskot/Getty ImagesA healthcare worker is making $330,000 secretly juggling two full-time jobs.RTO, layoffs, and employee tracking have forced him to adapt.The extra income has brought financial security, but longer hours have also fueled burnout.Editor's note: In February 2025, Business Insider wrote about a medical professional named "Daniel," who was secretly juggling two full-time remote jobs a
  
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• I visited West Point, the elite military academy dating back to the Revolutionary War. Take a look inside.

  05-07-2026 16:48 via businessinsider.com
  
  Inside the Cadet Chapel at West Point.Talia Lakritz/Business InsiderWest Point is the longest continuously garrisoned military installation in the United States.It also houses the highly selective United States Military Academy at West Point.Public tours include the Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, and views of the campus and academic buildings.I knew I was in the right place when I saw the tank outside the parking lot.Established by George Washington in 1778, West Point is the longest continuously g
  
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• 20 photos show how summer vacation in the US has changed over the last 100 years

  05-07-2026 16:09 via businessinsider.com
  
  We're just not whipping out the banjo like we used to.Reg Speller/Fox Photos/Getty ImagesSummer has officially begun.Summer vacation these days looks quite different from how it did in the 1920s.Kids used to play sports in the streets, explore on bikes, or play on "dangerous" playgrounds. Summer vacation used to mean two months of freedom: pools, playgrounds, and hours spent hanging out with your friends.But for Gen Alpha and the youngest members of Gen Z, summer is starting to look a littl
  
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• I took my toddler and 3-month-old on a work trip. It was exactly as chaotic as you'd imagine — but I'd do it again.

  05-07-2026 15:44 via businessinsider.com
  
  Taking my family (not pictured) with me on a work trip was a bit stressful, but I'm glad I did it.Jordan Siemens/Getty ImagesI brought my baby, toddler, and husband with me on a work trip to Palm Springs.Balancing parental responsibilities with work obligations was challenging, but not impossible.My husband was a huge help, and I'm glad we were able to make new memories as a family.Being a freelance writer and editor means I have the flexibility to work from wherever, whether that's on a hospita
  
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• I travel often with my 2 teens. Here are the 7 tricks that make it enjoyable.

  05-07-2026 14:08 via businessinsider.com
  
  The author shares her seven tips for traveling with teens.Courtesy of the authorI've learned what works — and what doesn't — when traveling with teens.Flexibility matters more than perfect itineraries.A few simple strategies help reduce conflict and increase fun.When they were really little, we used to call vacationing with the kids "babysitting with palm trees." Now that they're teens, maybe it's more like "traveling with jerks."I mean, sometimes they're grateful and engaged. But ju
  
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• Ukraine is paying big to get foreign fighters to the front. Keeping them there is the hard part.

  05-07-2026 13:50 via businessinsider.com
  
  Ukrainian soldiers fire rocket artillery toward Russian positions.Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesUkraine is offering foreign fighters higher pay and longer contracts for dangerous front-line roles.Soldiers told Business Insider that the move could help address a major manpower challenge.However, success will depend on whether Kyiv can not only recruit troops, but also retain them.Ukraine is offering foreign fighters higher pay and longer fixed-term contracts to fill dangerou
  
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• I'm a 25-year-old grad student on a budget. I've struggled to accept financial help from my Boomer and Gen X friends.

  05-07-2026 13:47 via businessinsider.com
  
  The author with her 64-year-old friend at a Manhattan coffee shop.Courtesy of Jacqueline LeKachmanQuitting my full-time job to go to grad school sent me into major money-saving mode.My Gen X and Boomer friends had larger budgets, and I worried when they routinely paid for me.After one of my friends said something wise, I was able to slowly release my anxiety.In August, I quit my steady job as a New York City public high school teacher to start a full-time graduate program in Manhattan. I worried
  
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• I've perfected my chocolate chip cookie over the years, always working from memory. To my sons, they are so much more than a dessert.

  05-07-2026 13:21 via businessinsider.com
  
  The author's sons love her chocolate chip cookies so much that her older son asked for a giant chocolate chip cookie instead of a cake for his 11th birthday.Courtesy of Kristina WrightI make chocolate chip cookies from a recipe I've been tweaking for over 25 years.My sons say they're the best cookies ever, and have been asking me to write down the 'real' recipe.The cookies are the taste of their childhood, and I understand why they're so connected to them.According to my two teenage sons, I make
  
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• My 11-year-old son used AI to build his own video game — I see it as a creativity boost, not a threat

  05-07-2026 13:06 via businessinsider.com
  
  Michele Ragon's 11-year-old son, Jacob, is using Copilot to create video games.Courtesy of Michele RagonMichele Ragon first used AI with her 11-year-old son to help with school research.She later found him using Copilot to vibecode his own video game based on a book he read in school.She said she thinks this is a perfect example of AI not taking away from human creativity.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michele Ragon, a 46-year-old employee communications business partner a
  
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• The latest luxury for busy professionals is not worrying about what to wear

  05-07-2026 13:02 via businessinsider.com
  
  Zahra Waliji, a personal stylist, and Anand Gopal, her client.Victor Llorente for BIAnand Gopal had never considered working with a stylist."I always thought personal stylists were for the elite," the 45-year-old award-winning journalist and author told Business Insider.Then, he met Zahra Waliji at a party and saw the outfits she'd put together for his friends. He thought she was talented and enlisted her to style him for a friend's birthday party in January.Gopal, who's based in New York, said
  
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• 10 book recommendations for your summer reading list

  05-07-2026 12:44 via businessinsider.com
  
  Getty ImagesThis post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Beach readsHappy Fourth! Hope everyone enjoyed a good backyard barbecue, a trip to the beach, or simply had the chance to slow down and recharge.With the holiday weekend winding down, that can only mean one thing: summer reading season is in full swing.Personally, I've been reading Joanna Stern's "I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do (Almost) Everything." Joanna i
  
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• What ex-Goldman CEO Lloyd Blankfein had to learn about being rich — and how he's crushing retirement

  05-07-2026 12:18 via businessinsider.com
  
  Lloyd Blankfein is the CEO of Goldman Sachs.Bloomberg/Getty ImagesLloyd Blankfein grew up poor, made it to Harvard, and went on to become CEO of Goldman Sachs.Blankfein's background led to challenges around giving and fitting in, he writes in "Streetwise."The former bank chief is happily retired and enjoys being free to trade, read books, and learn.Lloyd Blankfein went from being a poor kid on a Brooklyn housing project to a Harvard graduate, a corporate tax lawyer, then the CEO of Goldman Sachs
  
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• Uber's insurance and operational fees can vary widely on similar trips

  05-07-2026 11:42 via businessinsider.com
  
  Uber charges fees for insurance and "operational costs" on every trip.Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesUber's insurance and operational fees are among the biggest costs baked into a fare on the app.A recent study found they can vary a lot between very similar ride-hailing trips.Uber says it collects "overall insurance and operational expenses" instead of determining the cost of individual trips.Uber charges riders a fee for insurance and operations — and it's harder to predict than the price you'
  
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• The debate over what's making it harder for college grads to get hired

  05-07-2026 11:42 via businessinsider.com
  
  Early-career workers are having a hard time landing jobs.Bloomberg/Getty ImagesFintech firm Revolut recently said early-career workers will have to be in the office at least 3 days a week.The decision comes as researchers debate whether remote work and AI are curbing entry-level hiring.Regardless of the cause, landing that first job is getting tougher for many grads.If you're just starting your career, your boss might expect to see you in the office more often than your colleagues.UK fintech com
  
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• AI got this lawyer away from his desk: 'Dramatically more efficient'

  05-07-2026 11:37 via businessinsider.com
  
  Corporate attorney Zack Shapiro primarily uses Anthropic's Claude.Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesA corporate attorney says his use of AI at work has made his life so much better.Zack Shapiro founded the AI-native law firm Rains and uses the tech to automate grunt work tasks."It's making me dramatically more efficient," Shapiro told Business Insider.Corporate attorney Zack Shapiro used to spend hours each workday stuck behind his desk drafting legal documents in Microsoft Word.Now, the fo
  
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