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• Grok 3 got a 'politically incorrect' update ahead of Grok 4's launch

  08-07-2025 16:03 via businessinsider.com
  Elon Musk has described Grok as "maximally truth-seeking."Anadolu/GettyGrok 3 shared several inflammatory responses on X, days before the launch of Grok 4.xAI added public system prompts on Sunday to encourage the bot to make "politically incorrect" claims.Grok linked DOGE to Texas flood deaths and appeared to reply as Elon Musk to questions about Jeffrey Epstein.Grok, Elon Musk's self-described "anti-woke" chatbot, has made a string of inflammatory or "glitch" posts days before a major upgrade.
  
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• Amazon's early Black Friday sale features 3D printers, laptops, and DNA tests

  14-11-2025 23:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAmazon/InsiderWhy we love Amazon's early Black Friday saleHere on the Reviews team, Black Friday is our bread and butter. And we're not alone — retailers big and small are dropping everything to celebrate the incoming holiday with some of the best deals I've seen all year. If you're in need of some early gifts, Thanksgiving essentials, or home upgrades, I've rounded up the best Amazon Black Friday
  
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• I've worn cashmere upwards of $400, but Naadam's $98 sweater is still my trusty go-to

  14-11-2025 23:24 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreGabrielle Chase/Business InsiderI've gotten so much use from my Naadam cashmere sweater that the cost-per-wear has been whittled down to the single digits by now. This soft, cozy crewneck keeps me warm, even in the wind-tunnel like streets of New York in the winter. I love to wear it as a base layer because it's naturally insulating, but it also looks smart layered atop a button-down when I'm at the offi
  
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• Trump carves out tariff exemptions on goods like coffee, bananas, and beef in bid to bring down grocery prices

  14-11-2025 23:22 via businessinsider.com
  Trump carves out tariff exemptions on goods like coffee, bananas, and beef in bid to bring down grocery pricesMike Blake/ReutersPresident Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday to exempt a long list of everyday food imports from his tariffs.The move comes as the White House faces growing frustration over high grocery bills, piling onto years of elevated inflation and straining household budgets as SNAP benefits remain in the backlog as the government attempts to recover from a shutdown
  
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• Where to buy affordable, everyday silver jewelry that you can sleep and shower in

  14-11-2025 23:18 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreGabrielle Chase/Business InsiderMy stubborn sister will only wear silver jewelry, so I'm keen to which jewelry brands offer simple, on-trend pieces that suit her narrow taste. She also has sensitive skin (even a microscopic amount of nickel will inflame her ear lobes), so I'm also careful to choose sterling silver over anything made of "rhodium on brass."What's the difference between silver and sterling
  
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• The best Fitbits of 2025

  14-11-2025 23:18 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Fitbits cover a range of health features and budgets.Shannon Ullman/Rachael Schultz/Business InsiderFitbit may no longer be the only name in fitness trackers, but it remains one of the most reliable and approachable brands out there. The best Fitbit devices are an especially good option for anyone looking to move more, sleep better, or monitor their health without the complexity of a full smartw
  
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• The 6 best cat water fountains, tested and reviewed

  14-11-2025 23:14 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreI tested eight cat water fountains with two thirsty felines to find the most dependable options for cats and humans alike.Janelle Leeson/Business InsiderNo matter how unique cats might be, one thing is universal: They all require proper hydration. While wet cat food can provide some hydration, cats also need access to clean drinking water. Veterinarians often recommend cat water fountains to encourage ca
  
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• It's not even Black Friday yet, and these Dyson vacuum deals are some of the best of the year

  14-11-2025 23:09 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMany of our favorite Dyson vacuums are on sale for Black Friday with savings up to 60% off.Dyson/Business InsiderIf you've been holding out for the right time to invest in a Dyson vacuum, this is it. Dyson's best Black Friday Dyson deals are kicking off early, and they already include some of the lowest prices we've ever seen on the brand's most popular cordless, upright, and robot vacuums. Dyson is offe
  
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• Honeylove's early Black Friday sale takes up to 50% off our favorite bras and shapewear

  14-11-2025 23:07 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreHoneylove/InsiderWhy we love Honeylove's early Black Friday saleShopping for new bras always sounds like a good idea in theory, but it can quickly become frustrating in practice. Finding the perfect balance between fit, comfort, style, and support can feel nearly impossible, but Honeylove's internet-famous bras excel in every category. The brand also offers flattering and buttery-soft shapewear and appar
  
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• An exclusive Saatva Black Friday deal for BI readers: Take $400 off orders of $1,000 or more

  14-11-2025 22:54 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreOur exclusive offer as part of Saatva's Black Friday sale includes $400 off orders of $1,000 or more.Saatva/Business InsiderIf you're tired of sleeping on a worn-out, uncomfortable mattress, our Saatva Black Friday deal might be for you. From now through December 2, use our exclusive link to receive $400 off any hybrid, memory foam, or latex mattress purchase of $1,000 at Saatva, making it one of the bes
  
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• The best early Black Friday pillow deals: Save on Coop, Brooklinen, and more of our favorites

  14-11-2025 22:53 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best early Black Friday pillow deals include steep discounts on brands like Coop, Cozy Earth, and Brooklinen.Cozy Earth; Coop Sleep Goods/Business InsiderLuckily for the sleep loving deal hunters among us, the best Black Friday pillow deals are already here. If your old, lumpy pillow has been begging for an upgrade, there's no better time to shop and grab one of the best pillows. I test and review be
  
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• Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway reveals $4.3 billion Alphabet stake in his final weeks as CEO

  14-11-2025 22:48 via businessinsider.com
  Warren Buffett is the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.Nati Harnik/APWarren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway built a $4.3 billion stake in Alphabet last quarter.The billionaire investor's company also pared its Apple and Bank of America bets.Buffett is expected to step down as Berkshire's CEO before the new year.Could it be the start of a new era for Berkshire Hathaway before Warren Buffett even vacates the CEO chair?The famed investor's company purchased 17.8 million shares of Alphabet last quarter, a pos
  
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• It's official. Sonder files for bankruptcy after its Marriott breakup.

  14-11-2025 22:24 via businessinsider.com
  Marriott is asking its affected Sonder guests to ask their credit card companies for refunds.Smith Collection/Gado/Getty ImagesSonder has filed for bankruptcy after Marriott ended its licensing agreement.The short-term rental firm filed for Chapter 7 liquidation proceedings.The Sonder-Marriott fiasco has sparked chaos and confusion for guests.Hospitality company Sonder has officially filed for bankruptcy following the collapse of its partnership with hotel giant Marriott International.The San Fr
  
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• Retired Army soldier shares the moment that changed his life: 'I'm not in heaven. I'm in hell.'

  14-11-2025 22:02 via businessinsider.com
  Ian Ives during his 2019 deployment in Afghanistan.Courtesy of Ian IvesRetired Army soldier Ian Ives shares his life-changing injury in Afghanistan.Ives suffered catastrophic injuries from an improvised explosive device during a 2019 mission.He now mentors future Army officers, finding purpose after his military retirement and recovery.What combat cameraman Ian Ives remembered immediately after the explosion was a strange calm."My first thought was: I'm in heaven" he recently told Business Insid
  
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• REI's Holiday Sale has major deals on Patagonia, Garmin, Vuori, and more

  14-11-2025 21:32 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreREIWhy we love REI's Holiday SaleREI's mission has always been to encourage its shoppers to explore the outdoors with the best gear and apparel. To prove that point, the co-op hasn't participated in a Black Friday sale for the last decade, and instead closes its stores each year to encourage shoppers to opt outside. Luckily, you can still save on new gear ahead of your next adventure with REI's Holiday S
  
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• UPS is hitting customers with late fees and collection threats as they contest tariff bills

  14-11-2025 21:16 via businessinsider.com
  UPS is charging some package recipients late fees as they try to fight incorrect tariff bills.Gary Hershorn/Getty ImagesUPS is issuing late fees and threatening collection to some consumers over unpaid tariff bills.The customers are disputing tariff bills with UPS for international packages sent to them.UPS' shipping into the US has gotten chaotic since the end of the de minimis exemption in August.First came the unexpected tariff bill, then came the surprise late fee.Oregon father Evan Scheesse
  
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• Major companies continue to relocate to Texas

  14-11-2025 20:58 via businessinsider.com
  A number of major companies have relocated to Dallas, Houston, or Austin in recent years.joe daniel price/Getty ImagesMajor companies have been relocating their headquarters to Texas.Since 2020, some 200 companies, including Tesla and Coinbase, have moved to Texas.Gov. Greg Abbott has cited a good regulatory environment, drawing firms from states like California.Texas has become a hot spot for the corporate operations of major companies across the US.Since 2020, a growing number of major busines
  
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• The 35 best plus-size clothing brands in 2025, according to actual plus-size people

  14-11-2025 20:55 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMadewell, Cider, DiaAs a plus-size woman, I know the struggle of finding great clothing in extended sizes. Fortunately, where once there were only two or three retailers catering to plus sizes, now there are dozens of dedicated brands making the best plus-size clothing we've seen in years. "We've really made some pretty big leaps and bounds when it comes to plus-size fashion and having a more inclusive s
  
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• Fitbit Charge 6 review: An affordable fitness tracker that absolutely nails the essentials

  14-11-2025 20:53 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Fitbit Charge 6 offers excellent heart rate and sleep tracking, along with some basic smart functions.Rachael Schultz/Business InsiderFitbit's Charge series has long been the Goldilocks of fitness trackers — not quite a smartwatch, but far more capable than a basic step counter. With the Charge 6 (released in 2023), Fitbit packed basic smarts into a just-big-enough package, bringing features li
  
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• Meta is about to start grading workers on their AI skills

  14-11-2025 20:45 via businessinsider.com
  Meta plans to reward employees that use AI to drive impact.Arda Kucukkaya/Anadolu via Getty ImagesMeta will assess employee performance by AI-driven impact starting in 2026.The company is shifting toward an AI-native culture and incentivizing AI adoption through rewards.Meta is also rolling out an AI tool to assist employees in writing performance reviews.Meta will tie employees' performance to their "AI-driven impact" starting next year.The social media giant is making "AI-driven impact" a "cor
  
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• How Walmart's new CEO started out as a store associate and rose to the top of the retail giant

  14-11-2025 20:29 via businessinsider.com
  Walmart US CEO John Furner is set to take over the top job from CEO Doug McMillon.WalmartJohn Furner began working for Walmart in 1993 as a part-time associate in the garden center.His roles with the company have spanned the globe, positioning him to take the helm as CEO next year.Here's a look back at Furner's life and career leading up to this moment.Walmart, the world's biggest retailer, is getting a new CEO, and the job is going to a man who has seen about every corner of the company.On Frid
  
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• The best dog collars we tested for comfort, durability, and adjustability

  14-11-2025 20:23 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWe tested several dog collars before naming the Ruffwear Crag the best of the pack.Liz Coleman; Amy Graves/Business InsiderA properly fitted, comfortable dog collar is an essential pet accessory. When you take your pup out into the world, they should wear a collar with their ID tags attached. The best dog collars for this purpose are easily adjustable, safe, and durable.We tested 16 collars in various st
  
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• Marriott-Sonder guests are scrambling for refunds — expert explains how to get your money back

  14-11-2025 20:21 via businessinsider.com
  Marriott guests said they were left stranded, overcharged, and some ignored after Sonder's sudden collapse.Smith Collection/Gado/Getty ImagesMarriott ended its partnership with Sonder, leaving guests with canceled reservations.Travelers face refund delays and confusion after Sonder's abrupt shutdown and bankruptcy filing.An expert advises filing credit card chargebacks quickly to get refunds. Marriott-Sonder guests are describing chaos, confusion, and out-of-pocket expenses after Sonder —
  
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• MrBeast revealed how much of his $5 billion company he owned in a deposition last year

  14-11-2025 20:10 via businessinsider.com
  MrBeast is YouTube's top creator.FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty ImagesMrBeast said last year he owned just over half of his $5 billion company.The YouTuber operates a variety of business lines, including a content studio and a chocolate brand.Beast Industries has been on a hiring spree, adding four new execs to boost content and brand deals.YouTuber MrBeast said in a deposition last November that he owned "a little over half" of his company, which was valued at roughly $5 billion in its most rece
  
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• The best YouTube TV alternatives: Make sure you can still live stream ESPN and ABC with these services

  14-11-2025 20:05 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe dispute has left YouTube TV missing popular Disney-owned channels like ABC and ESPN.Milan_Jovic/Getty ImagesWe've officially hit two weeks since Disney and YouTube TV failed to reach a new carriage deal, and major networks like ESPN and ABC remain blacked out from the YouTube TV channel lineup. This throws a wrench into some viewers' plans, especially when it comes to sports. Fortunately, there are a
  
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• How cybercrime actually works, according to a former internet fraudster

  14-11-2025 19:41 via businessinsider.com
  Brett Johnson is a reformed internet fraudster who stole more than $1 million through stolen credit cards, counterfeit documents, and phishing schemes.Johnson cofounded ShadowCrew, one of the first major cybercrime forums, where stolen credit card numbers and hacking techniques were traded among criminals. He was placed on the US Secret Service's most-wanted list in 2004. After his arrest in 2005, he served eight and a half years total in prison.Johnson talks to Business Insider about the mechan
  
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• I work full-time in a traveling circus. I've traveled the world, but it's not always glamorous.

  14-11-2025 19:32 via businessinsider.com
  The author lives in a traveling circus.Courtesy of the authorI'm a full-time circus performer and often live on the road. There's very little work-life balance when you essentially sleep at work. I'm planning my wedding for 2026, and I have to do so in between contracts. It's 7 a.m., and I'm woken up to a dull thud-thud-thud above me. My dog's ears prick up, alert, ready to defend our home from whatever is persistently trying to force its way in from above. Another thud, followed by a gurgling s
  
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• I'm prepping my family for holiday flight cancellations even though the government shutdown has ended — here's how

  14-11-2025 19:21 via businessinsider.com
  Education consultant Leticia Barr is utilizing her proximity to three airports to create a backup travel plan.Photo courtesy of Leticia BarrLeticia Barr received a notice that her American Airlines flight home was canceled on November 7.She immediately booked a Southwest flight to one of the other airports near her home.The experience led her to create a backup travel plan for her and her children this holiday season.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Leticia Barr, a 51-year-o
  
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• Every TV show ending in 2025, from 'Stranger Things' to 'Ridiculousness'

  14-11-2025 19:21 via businessinsider.com
  "Stranger Things" takes its final bow this year.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesAs we near the end of the year, more than 100 shows have been canceled or are ending."Stranger Things," "You," and "And Just Like That" have ended or are set to end this year.MTV recently canceled two long-running reality series: "Catfish" and "Ridiculousness."TV continues to be a bloodbath, with at least 100 shows learning about or formally meeting their ends in 2025.One big shocker was the cancellation o
  
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• Why Walmart's retiring CEO swears by collecting shopping carts

  14-11-2025 19:14 via businessinsider.com
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 09: Walmart Inc. President and CEO Doug McMillon delivers a keynote address during CES 2024 at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on January 9, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 12 and features about 4,000 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to more than 130,000 attendees. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)Ethan Miller/Getty ImagesWalmart CEO Doug McMillon has emphasized s
  
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