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• Best Prime Day Apple Watch deals: Save on the Watch Series 10 and Watch Ultra 2

  08-07-2025 16:13 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Apple Watch Prime Day deals include discounts on the Ultra 2 model.Rick Stella/Business InsiderFor the first time ever, Amazon Prime Day will span four days from July 8 to 11. Our expert deal trackers are keeping tabs on all the best Prime Day Apple Watch deals during the event.Top Prime Day Apple Watch deals right now include a $120 discount on the titanium Apple Watch Series 10 and an all-time
  
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• Michelle Obama says her mother's dying words taught her how to embrace her 60s

  06-11-2025 06:59 via businessinsider.com
  Michelle ObamaNathan Congleton/NBCMichelle Obama says that one of the last conversations she had with her mom gave her a new outlook on growing older.The former first lady added that being in her 60s has made her more "mindful" of how she spends her time."If I'm lucky, I live to 90 and that's 30 good summers," she said.Michelle Obama says that one of the last conversations she had with her mother shaped the way she thinks about growing older.Speaking at an event at People's headquarters in New Y
  
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• What the $400 million Snap-Perplexity deal means for users

  06-11-2025 06:46 via businessinsider.com
  Snap Inc and Perplexity inked a $400 million deal for an AI-powered search engine.Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesSnapchat will soon include an AI search tool.The company inked a $400 million deal with Perplexity to launch an AI-powered search engine in 2026.Snap's stock rose 17% following the announcement and earnings.Snapchat users will soon be able to use the app as an AI search tool.On Wednesday, the social media platform announced a deal to integrate Perplexity AI into Snap's search e
  
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• Nvidia's Jensen Huang turns up the heat on his warnings about the US-China tech race

  06-11-2025 05:21 via businessinsider.com
  Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang name-dropped six startups playing in the AI agent space.picture alliance via Getty ImagesNvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dialed up his warning that the US is falling behind China in AI.He said Beijing's subsidies are supercharging its tech firms while US rules pile up.Washington has banned sales of Nvidia's most advanced AI chips to China.Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has intensified his warnings about the United States falling behind China in the race for artificial intelligence d
  
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• USDA is still working on SNAP payments despite Trump's threat to cut it off

  06-11-2025 04:41 via businessinsider.com
  Earlier this week, Trump said he will withhold food stamps until the government reopens.Oliver Contreras / AFPThe USDA is moving forward with partial SNAP payments for November.In a court filing, the USDA said it followed an earlier court order to tap its contingency fund for SNAP benefits.Earlier this week, Trump said that he would withhold food stamps until the government reopened.The US Department of Agriculture is moving ahead with partial SNAP payments for November, despite President Donald
  
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• John Mulaney attended a Supreme Court hearing on Trump's tariffs to hear lawyer friend argue

  06-11-2025 04:25 via businessinsider.com
  Comedian John Mulaney walks outside the U.S. Supreme Court, as its justices are set to hear oral arguments on U.S. President Donald Trump's bid to preserve sweeping tariffs after lower courts ruled that Trump overstepped his authority, in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 5, 2025.Nathan Howard/ReutersJohn Mulaney attended Wednesday's Supreme Court arguments about Trump's tariffs.He's working on a TV show with Neal Katyal, the lawyer repping companies challenging the tariffs.Mulaney has previously
  
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• Business leaders from Jamie Dimon to Ken Griffin react to Mamdani's NYC mayoral race win

  06-11-2025 03:47 via businessinsider.com
  "I see a lot of people in big jobs, including political jobs. They grow into it," said Jamie Dimon.Bloomberg/ Getty ImagesNew York City elected Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, as its next mayor.Business leaders including Bill Ackman, Ken Griffin, and Andrew Yang congratulated Mamdani on his win.Some high-profile figures, like Elon Musk, came out against Mamdani.Zohran Mamdani is the next mayor of New York City, and the congratulations have started to roll in from some business leaders.Ma
  
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• Google is in early talks to deepen its investment in Anthropic

  06-11-2025 03:36 via businessinsider.com
  Google is in talks to deepen its investment in Anthropic.Illustration by Avishek Das/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesThe talks come as Anthropic and its main rival, OpenAI, are in a multitrillion-dollar race to dominate AI.Big Tech companies are taking sides, with Amazon and Google backing Anthropic and Microsoft and Nvidia investing in OpenAI.Anthropic and Google declined to comment.Google is in early discussions to deepen its investment in Anthropic, Business Insider has learned.The ne
  
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• Photo shows UPS cargo plane at moment of fiery crash; left engine detached before takeoff, NTSB says

  06-11-2025 02:44 via businessinsider.com
  A screenshot of a social media video shows the UPS cargo plane banking left in the moment of the crash.Kentucky Truck Parts & Service via ReutersA UPS cargo plane crashed near a Louisville airport on Tuesday, killing at least 11 people.An official said CCTV footage showed the left engine of the plane detached prior to takeoff.A screenshot image shows the aircraft banking sharply to the left at the moment of the crash.Surveillance footage showed the UPS cargo plane that crashed near a Louisvi
  
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• Trump responds to Mamdani: 'He's off to a bad start'

  06-11-2025 02:18 via businessinsider.com
  Trump slammed New York City's incoming mayor on Wednesday.BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump said New York City's incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is "off to a bad start."Trump had threatened to withhold federal funding if Mamdani was elected.The president had backed former Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo.President Donald Trump slammed incoming New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday.The Democratic socialist addressed the president in his victory speech on Tuesday
  
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• The FAA is cutting 10% of flights in 40 busy markets to ensure safety during the government shutdown

  06-11-2025 01:20 via businessinsider.com
  The FAA said it was reducing flight capacity across 40 busy markets to maintain safety.Kevin Carter/Getty ImagesThe FAA is reducing flights by 10% in 40 busy markets due to safety concerns and staffing shortages.The reduction is a response to a shortage of air traffic controllers during the government shutdown.The FAA said it would work with airlines to determine how to implement the reductions.The Federal Aviation Administration is cutting flights across 40 of its busiest markets to maintain sa
  
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• I worked at Baidu, ByteDance, and Microsoft. Now, I've raised millions to build robotic pets.

  06-11-2025 01:14 via businessinsider.com
  He Jiabin left jobs in Big Tech and is now building AI-powered robotic pets.Provided by He JiabinHe Jiabin, now 35, built smart backpacks in college — a project that launched him into China's Big Tech scene.He worked at Microsoft Research Asia, Baidu, and ByteDance before deciding to leave Big Tech behind.Now, he's the CEO of a robotics startup called Ropet, building AI-powered robotic pets.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with He Jiabin, 35, the CEO of Ropeta, a Beijing-ba
  
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• I was an MD at a big bank, and I retired early. Real happiness came from buying my freedom, not an expensive watch.

  06-11-2025 01:08 via businessinsider.com
  Eric Sim, 55, spent more than 20 years in banking. The former UBS managing director says people should use their money to buy freedom, and not impress others.Eric SimEric Sim, 55, left banking in 2017 after working in the industry for over 20 years.Sim said he was able to retire early because he didn't spend like the average investment banker.Use your money to buy freedom, not to impress others, Sim told Business Insider.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Eric Sim, 55, a forme
  
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• DoorDash's plans to spend big on tech upgrades and delivery robots in 2026 are spooking Wall Street

  06-11-2025 00:29 via businessinsider.com
  DoorDash said its spending on new initiatives in 2026 will be significantly more than this year.Chelsea Guglielmino/Getty ImagesDoorDash plans to spend "several hundred million dollars more" on key initiatives in 2026.The company will develop a global tech platform and invest in delivery robots, CEO Tony Xu said.DoorDash shares fell in after-hours trading after the news.DoorDash is investing heavily in new technology, delivery robots, and other initiatives that it says will drive growth —
  
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• Sam Altman says he would be ashamed if OpenAI weren't the first company run by an AI CEO

  06-11-2025 00:12 via businessinsider.com
  OpenAI CEO Sam AltmanShelby Tauber/ReutersOpenAI CEO Sam Altman is fully prepared to be replaced by AI.He said he'd be ashamed if his own company isn't the first one led by an AI CEO.And, once he is replaced, he said he would like to be a farmer.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is biding his time until AI replaces him.He said he'd be ashamed if OpenAI isn't the first company run by an AI CEO."Shame on me if OpenAI is not the first big company run by an AI CEO," Altman said on the "Conversations with Tyler"
  
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• ESPN Unlimited and FOX One bundle: Save 20% on sports streaming

  06-11-2025 00:00 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe ESPN Unlimited and FOX One bundle costs $39.99 a month.ESPN; FOX; Business InsiderBundles have become one of the best ways to save on streaming services you were already planning to subscribe to, and ESPN and FOX are now getting in on the action. The ESPN Unlimited and FOX One bundle unlocks comprehensive live streams from ESPN and FOX properties, making it a cord-cutting sports fan's best friend.ESP
  
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• The 23 best gift ideas for 12-year-old boys, from fun tech to items that spark creativity

  05-11-2025 23:48 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBudding engineers and musicians will love these gifts.Amazon/Business InsiderWhen they're little, kids just love receiving gifts. But 12-year-old boys have developed specific interests and are spending their free time doing things they truly enjoy. That's why it's important that any gift you send his way reflects that you've paid attention to him as an individual. Gone are the days when stuffed animals h
  
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• The best early Black Friday mattress deals so far in November

  05-11-2025 23:42 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Leesa Sapira and Nectar Classic Mattress are two of the best mattresses we've tested, and they are on sale ahead of Black Friday.Leesa;Nectar/Business InsiderBlack Friday may officially be a few weeks away, but the deals are no longer reserved to just a weekend. Early Black Friday mattress sales have already started, and many of them are the same deals that you'll see on the day of.We're already eyei
  
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• The best smart TVs of 2025, tested by experts

  05-11-2025 23:21 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best smart TVs include models like Vizio's Quantum Pro and LG's C5 webOS TV.Ryan Waniata/John Higgins/Business InsiderGone are the days of "dumb" TVs. Virtually all new televisions sold in 2025 are smart TV models with streaming support and the ability to integrate with other products. The best smart TVs let you access all your favorite video apps, control your setup with voice commands, and even syn
  
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• The best microwaves of 2025, tested and reviewed

  05-11-2025 22:52 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best countertop microwaves are reliable and efficient, perfect for reheating leftovers or making movie-night popcorn.Lauren Savoie/Business InsiderMicrowaves are the go-to for kitchen convenience. Not only can they pop a late night bag of popcorn or reheat leftovers, they also come in handy for cooking tasks like baking potatoes or melting butter. For some — like college students living in the
  
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• What to buy from Quince: Of the 60 clothing items we tested, about half are worth keeping

  05-11-2025 22:49 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreGabrielle Chase/Business InsiderQuince is a totally different animal compared to the time I first tested its clothing over two years ago. It all began with its viral $50 cashmere sweater, and today offers a random assortment of items such as diamond engagement rings, pickleball paddles, and a literal bar of gold.As this direct-to-consumer brand continuously puts out new products, I've seen some flop and
  
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• The best record players and turntables for beginners and enthusiasts

  05-11-2025 22:48 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best record players include models from brands like U-Turn.Tyler Hayes/Business InsiderStreaming services like Spotify make music more accessible than ever, but there's still something special about the act of playing a record. Pulling an album from its sleeve, setting it on the platter, and hearing that first note creates a physical connection that digital playlists can't match. The best record play
  
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• These charts show who's benefiting from the ESPN blackout on YouTube TV

  05-11-2025 21:49 via businessinsider.com
  The Detroit Lions play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Nic Antaya/Getty ImagesSports fans have turned to Sling TV, DirecTV, and Fubo amid YouTube TV's ESPN blackout.Disney and YouTube TV have been unable to reach an agreement on terms for a new deal.The dispute highlights the rising cost of sports rights and its impact on streaming.Sports fans who have YouTube TV aren't just sitting around and crying over ESPN's removal from the platform. They're finding other ways to get their sports fix.Due to a cont
  
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• Are Trump's tariffs too big for the president to decide alone? The Supreme Court expresses skepticism.

  05-11-2025 21:46 via businessinsider.com
  WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 02: U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a chart while speaking during a "Make America Wealthy Again" trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025 in Washington, DC. Touting the event as "Liberation Day", Trump is expected to announce additional tariffs targeting goods imported to the U.S.Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesThe Supreme Court heard arguments over Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffsA majority of justices expressed skepticism that an
  
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• Amazon is selling the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 for almost $100 off, its lowest price yet

  05-11-2025 21:46 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe new Apple Watch Ultra 3 is on sale at Amazon for the first time ever.Amazon/Business InsiderWhy we love this Apple Watch dealThe Apple Watch Ultra 3 is the latest version of Apple's wearables geared toward outdoor enthusiasts. It boasts many upgrades over the previous generation, including an improved battery life, larger display, 5G connectivity, and more. But as the shiny new toy in Apple's collect
  
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• A ruling striking down Trump's tariffs would be like rocket fuel for stocks

  05-11-2025 21:29 via businessinsider.com
  CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty ImagesThe Supreme Court's skepticism of Trump's tariffs gave stocks a boost on Wednesday.Investors and strategists say a reversal would be a highly bullish development for the market.Tariff-exposed consumer shares and automakers jumped in Wednesday trading.What's the opposite of "Liberation Day"? The market might soon find out.About seven months after the worst market meltdown since the pandemic brought on by the unveiling of Donald Trump's tariffs, investors are eye
  
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• Las Vegas Sphere tickets: Eagles, Backstreet Boys, No Doubt, and more

  05-11-2025 21:06 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreChristopher Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images; Debra L Rothenberg/Getty ImagesThe Las Vegas Sphere at the Venetian Resort has quickly become one of 2025's most iconic and buzzed-about venues, drawing global attention for its cutting-edge entertainment experience. Known for its immersive technology, the Sphere features a jaw-dropping 16K interior LED display, 4D effects, and a fully wraparound visual env
  
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• The 15 most comfortable walking shoes for women, tested over 50 miles of pavement and rough terrain

  05-11-2025 20:59 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreRachael Schultz/Business InsiderA comfortable pair of walking shoes, whether worn on a scenic stroll or speed-walk to the corner store, can do wonders for the body. From the ground up, we are constantly absorbing impact with each step. That's why it's important to own a solid pair of sneakers that support your specific foot structure so you can protect your foot tendons from damage and prevent achy joint
  
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• Why one of Asia's poorest countries grows Japan's cash

  05-11-2025 20:54 via businessinsider.com
  Japan has long harvested a shrub called mitsumata for its money supply. But when mitsumata started dying out, Japan frantically searched for alternatives to make yen.It found a lifeline in the foothills of the Himalayas. A low-value crop called argeli grew abundantly and served as a perfect replacement for mitsumata.Argeli was worth very little, often the only option for farmers who'd lost their crops to wild animals. When the Japanese arrived, they turned the once low-value argeli into a cash c
  
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• Best Abercrombie promo codes we've tested in November 2025

  05-11-2025 20:54 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThese Abercrombie promo codes can help you save on your next order.AbercrombieUpdate: We scoured the internet for coupons and found no active Abercrombie promo codes at this time. We'll add more to this page as they come up, so check back soon. In the meantime, check out Abercrombie's ongoing deals below or head back to your cart.If you're searching for stylish, high-quality pieces built to last, Abercro
  
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