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• How marketers can avoid common data mistakes

  29-10-2018 01:00 via warc.com
  Good quality, meaningful and actionable data can serve to make marketers smarter about their business in many ways, but many brands make the same common mistakes, according to two experts from Facebook.Amit Chaubey and Sachin Sharma – senior...
  
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• The best desk lamps of 2026, tested and reviewed for function and style

  15-01-2026 23:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreForm and function: the right desk lamp will look good in your space, reduce eye strain, and provide ample light.Camryn Rabideau; Business InsiderWhen you spend hours at your desk, the right task lighting makes all the difference. The best desk lamp doesn't just brighten your immediate space, it reduces eye strain, sharpens focus, and can help you stay energized well into the evening.We consulted with thr
  
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• How to start a fitness journey you'll actually stick to — without spending a ton

  15-01-2026 23:19 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreWorkout gear like kettlebells and fitness trackers can be helpful tools in a sustainable exercise plan.Amazon/Rachael Schultz/Business InsiderEach January, millions of people decide it's time to get serious about their fitness and health. But, too often, that ambition turns into an all-or-nothing plan that flames out by February.The truth is, starting a fitness routine that sticks isn't about hype or sel
  
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• The best affordable cat food, recommended with advice from vets

  15-01-2026 23:06 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreChewy/Business InsiderWhile expensive cat foods often include premium ingredients like probiotics, extra vitamins, or whole chunks of meat, they can cost nearly twice as much as the best affordable cat food recipes. Cheaper cat foods, however, still meet the essential nutritional requirements without the added extras that drive up the price. In fact, the most important thing for cats is a complete and ba
  
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• A Ford worker heckled Trump. His suspension is a reminder that free speech can get you in trouble at work.

  15-01-2026 22:43 via businessinsider.com
  President Trump visited a Ford pickup truck assembly plant with the company's CEO. But their focus on jobs wasn't the big story. An employee's firing took the limelight.Mandel NGAN / AFP via Getty ImagesFord suspended a worker after he heckled Trump during a factory walk-through.Business Insider spoke with five legal and workplace experts to see if the worker has a free speech defense.The lawyers all gave the same advice: employees should watch their mouth if they want to keep their job.Hours af
  
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• The 22 best crossbody bags for everything from daily errands to travel

  15-01-2026 22:37 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreLeft: Our top overall pick, the Lo & Sons Aoyama crossbody bag. Right: Style editor Gabrielle Chase wears the Polene Numero Dix.Lo & Sons, Gabrielle Chase/Business InsiderLately, I've been swapping my shoulder bag for a crossbody whenever I have a long list of errands to run. When you're carrying groceries, shopping bags, or anything else you pick up along the way, having both hands free makes a
  
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• Away's Weekend Sale: Save on bestselling luggage and accessories starting at $19

  15-01-2026 22:36 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAway/InsiderIf you've had your eye on premium travel luggage and accessories, now is the moment to act: Away's current weekend sale has brought rare markdowns on some of their best‑selling suitcases, carry‑ons, backpacks, and travel essentials. Known for thoughtful design, durable materials, and lifetime‑worthy performance, Away products rarely go on deep discount, making this seasonal
  
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• The 6 best flannel sheet sets, tested and reviewed

  15-01-2026 22:34 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreFlannel is a slightly thick fabric woven from wool or cotton. Its soft and fuzzy feel makes it perfect for cold winter nights.Suzy Hernandez/Business InsiderWhen the days are cold and blustery, there's absolutely nothing better than tucking into a toasty, soft bed at night. If you're looking for a cozy solution to keep the winter chill at bay, the best sheets are flannel sheets. Made with brushed cotton,
  
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• Ulta's Love Your Skin Event has new deals every day: Save now on MAC, Mario Badescu, and more

  15-01-2026 21:47 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreUltaWinter is a great time to bolster your skincare routine with a fresh lineup of nourishing products, and Ulta is the perfect place to stock up on everything you need. The current Ulta skincare sale can even help you score a great price on your haul.The beauty retailer's Love Your Skin Event features up to 30% off a wide selection of skincare essentials on the site, plus a fresh crop of daily deals up
  
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• THEN AND NOW: Vintage photos show how department stores have changed

  15-01-2026 21:01 via businessinsider.com
  Department stores, then and now.Bettmann/Getty Images ; Kamil Krzaczynski/Getty ImagesDepartment stores have changed dramatically over the last 100 years.Department stores once sold necessities. Now, many are struggling to remain in business.While some classic chains cease to exist, other retailers have found ways to increase sales.In the early 1900s, department stores existed to sell necessities, including food, home goods, and apparel.Today, many luxury department stores are struggling to surv
  
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• It was surprisingly easy to get Grok to undress me

  15-01-2026 20:30 via businessinsider.com
  The @Grok account on X can no longer create sexualized images of real people — but it's still possible on the Grok app.VINCENT FEURAY/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty ImagesGrok users can still make sexualized images of real people within the X and Grok apps, just not by tagging the @Grok account.I tried the Grok tool on images of myself. It quickly took off my clothes.Elon Musk's xAI faced backlash after X users created sexualized AI images of women and minors.Grok is still more than willing
  
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• Amazon is not happy with Saks

  15-01-2026 20:30 via businessinsider.com
  Amazon is putting up a fight over Saks Global's bankruptcy financing plan.Scott Olson/Getty Images; Matthias Balk/picture alliance via Getty ImagesAmazon is pushing back against Saks Global's bankruptcy financing plan.Saks Global filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week.Amazon warned it may seek "more drastic remedies" if Saks doesn't "resolve" its concerns.Amazon's business partnership with luxury retailer Saks Global has hit a sour note.The e-commerce giant invested $475 million of
  
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• 9 of the best and worst looks from the 'Bridgerton' season 4 world premiere

  15-01-2026 20:05 via businessinsider.com
  Yerin Ha and Luke Thompson attend the premire of "Bridgerton" season four in January 2026.Aurore Marechal/Getty ImagesThe "Bridgerton" season four world premiere was held at the Palais Brongniart in Paris on Wednesday.The cast arrived in red-carpet looks to celebrate the new season.Some stars stunned in outfits with subtle regency flair, while others could have stood out more.It's almost time to return to the ton, gentle reader.The first episodes of season four of "Bridgerton" will dro
  
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• The 4 best vacuum sealers of 2026, tested and reviewed

  15-01-2026 20:03 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAfter testing 14 models, we found the best vacuum sealers to keep food fresh.James Brains; Farima Ferguson/Business InsiderIf you're trying to cut back on food waste this year, investing in one of the best vacuum sealers is our favorite way to do it. Vacuum sealers remove air from packaging, which keeps meat, fruits, veggies, and pantry staples fresh five times as long as their typical shelf life —
  
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• Bruno Mars 2026 tour: Dates, cities, and where to buy tickets

  15-01-2026 19:47 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreVariety/Penske Media via Getty ImagesBruno Mars is finally hitting the road in 2026 with The Romantic Tour, his first major global stadium tour in nearly a decade. The trek supports his long‑awaited fourth solo album, The Romantic, scheduled for release on February 27, and kicks off on April 10 in Las Vegas before heading to cities across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom. I
  
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• The 25 best women's work bags we've discovered after countless hours of commuting and schlepping

  15-01-2026 19:07 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreIt's been years of testing, schlepping, and evaluating, but we finally have a list of the best work bags for women.Samantha Crozier/Business InsiderAs a style editor, I know that the best work bag for women looks a little different for everyone. I've busily taken note of all the most popular work bags riding the subway, and what they say about the women holding them.Near our office in the Financial Distr
  
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• Verizon says it'll credit customers $20 after its service outage . Here's how to claim it.

  15-01-2026 19:05 via businessinsider.com
  Verizon was down for tens of thousands of customers for most of the day on January 14, 2026.Paul Squire/Business InsiderOver 170,000 Verizon customers reported a service outage on Wednesday.The outages lasted more than 9 hours.Verizon said it will provide affected customers with a $20 account credit.Verizon is offering an account credit after a service outage affected tens of thousands of customers on Wednesday.A Verizon spokesperson told Business Insider that it "did not meet the standard of ex
  
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• Where to watch Love Island All Stars: Live stream Season 3 free from anywhere

  15-01-2026 19:01 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMaya Jama will return to host Love Island All Stars.Vince Valitutti/PEACOCK/ITV via Getty ImagesAfter a slight delay, the latest season of Love Island All Stars is finally here. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about where to watch Love Island All Stars, including global streaming options.Season 3 of Love Island All Stars was initially scheduled to premiere on Monday, but wildfires in So
  
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• The 10 best states to raise a family

  15-01-2026 18:58 via businessinsider.com
  Maskot/Getty Images/MaskotWalletHub, a personal finance company, released its "Best and Worst States to Raise a Family" list.The company compared all 50 states across five categories, including affordability and childcare.Top states cluster in the Northeast and Midwest; surprisingly, no state in the South made the cut.With the cost of raising a family so high, where you live matters more than ever — and a move isn't something most families can afford to get wrong.WalletHub, a personal fina
  
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• The number of foreign students enrolling in US universities has dropped for the first time in 3 years

  15-01-2026 18:50 via businessinsider.com
  The number of foreign students enrolling in US universities has declinedEduard Figueres/Getty ImagesGraduate international student enrollment in US colleges fell by 5.9% in fall 2025.The drop comes as the Trump administration has clamped down on immigration and restricted visas.School administrators typically welcome foreign students because they often pay the full fees.Graduate international student enrollment at US universities is down after years of steady growth amid the Trump administration
  
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• I married an Irishman and moved to Ireland 10 years ago. My life is far from the fairy tale my friends back home imagine.

  15-01-2026 18:38 via businessinsider.com
  captiontkMarci CornettI moved from Kentucky to Ireland after marrying an Irishman I met during my internship in Cork City.My friends imagine I live a fairy-tale life, but the reality is far more challenging … and damp.Although I love my husband and our life, I still feel torn between two countries and homesick.Whenever I tell someone back home in Kentucky that my husband is Irish and we live in Ireland, they get this dreamy look in their eyes.I can imagine what they probably think my life
  
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• My favorite dietitian-approved spritz is just 4 ingredients — and it can be made with or without alcohol

  15-01-2026 18:27 via businessinsider.com
  Place cinnamon sticks inside the spritz for a festive touch.Rachel HosieI make a four-ingredient, Aperol-based drink when I host, and it's a true crowd-pleaser.It's a lighter alternative to heavier cocktails, and you can easily make it nonalcoholic.It's also easy to upgrade with festive garnishes, such as rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks.For many, the Aperol spritz is reserved for daylight-saving time, falling into the same bucket as loose linen shirts and beach days. Once the clock falls bac
  
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• ICE arrested 2 truck drivers heading to a major Meta data center project

  15-01-2026 18:08 via businessinsider.com
  President Donald Trump holds an image showing the scale of Meta's new data center under construction in Louisiana.MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty ImagesICE arrested two drivers on Wednesday near a Meta construction project in Louisiana, officials said.The individuals were detained during a traffic stop inspection of vehicles heading to the site."ICE did not enter the Meta site at any time," the local sheriff's office said.Meta's new mega data center project had a brush with immigration authorities.The
  
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• An oncologist was shocked to learn she had breast cancer. She had no symptoms and thought she was low-risk.

  15-01-2026 18:05 via businessinsider.com
  Dr. Sue Hwang, a radiation oncologist, said her own experience with breast cancer helped her see vulnerability as a strength instead of a weakness.Tim BrownOncologist Sue Hwang was diagnosed with breast cancer at 46, despite having no symptoms.She said treatment was challenging, but it's been even harder finding her new normal as a survivor.Being more open and vulnerable has helped her connect with patients and take care of herself.Dr. Sue Hwang knew something was wrong as soon as she saw her sc
  
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• How ADX Florence actually works, according to a former supermax inmate

  15-01-2026 18:03 via businessinsider.com
  Eric King served almost two years at the federal super-maximum security prison ADX Florence in Colorado. ADX is often described as the US's most restrictive prison, and it houses some of the most notorious prisoners in the world, including Joaquín Guzmán ("El Chapo") and Terry Nichols, the Oklahoma City bomber.King talks to Business Insider about the security measures, like concrete cells, the psychological toll, and the nearly constant isolation. He also breaks down the inner soci
  
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• Europe's biggest airline doesn't want Starlink on its planes. Elon Musk says it will lose customers.

  15-01-2026 18:00 via businessinsider.com
  Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary said he wasn't interested in Elon Musk's Starlink.ELIAS ROM / BELGA MAG / Belga / AFP via Getty Images; BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty ImagesRyanair's CEO said he didn't think his passengers would want Elon Musk's Starlink internet.Elon Musk responded, arguing that Europe's biggest airline would lose passengers.Unlike US budget airlines' pivots to premium, Ryanair continues to succeed with a spartan offering.Europe's biggest airline won't be installing Starlink on i
  
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• David Ellison's Paramount suffers a setback in its legal fight with Warner Bros. Discovery

  15-01-2026 17:54 via businessinsider.com
  David Zaslav is chief of Warner Bros. Discovery, left, which just rejected Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison's latest bid for Warners.JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images; Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty ImagesParamount Skydance has suffered a legal setback in its pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery.CEO David Ellison's company had hoped to force WBD to disclose how it valued its TV networks.A judge ruled that Paramount "was not misled by any omissions" from WBD.David Ellison's Paramount Skydance
  
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• OpenAI freaked out the software industry. Now, it's Anthropic's turn.

  15-01-2026 17:50 via businessinsider.com
  Anthropic CEO Dario AmodeiChance Yeh/Getty Images for HubSpotAnthropic's new AI tools are sparking concern about software business models.RBC said software stocks, such as Salesforce and Workday, fell after Anthropic's announcements.RBC added that AI advances in healthcare and productivity challenge vertical software's strengths.Last fall, OpenAI sent shockwaves through the software industry. Now, Anthropic is doing the same. A new wave of announcements from Anthropic this week revived fears tha
  
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• 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' the newest 'Game of Thrones' prequel, is on the horizon. Here's what to know about it.

  15-01-2026 17:42 via businessinsider.com
  Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell as Dunk and Egg in "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms."Steffan Hill/HBOHBO is expanding the "Game of Thrones" universe with another prequel series."A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" takes place between the main series and "House of the Dragon."It's based on George R. R. Martin's novellas that follow a hedge knight, Dunk, and his squire, Egg."House of the Dragon" season three probably won't air until the summer of 2026, but "Game of Thrones" fans have another preque
  
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• I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

  15-01-2026 17:37 via businessinsider.com
  I don't like organizing parties or events, and planning a trip for more than two people is stressful. So, a birthday solo trip is perfect. Matthew LubinI've celebrated several birthdays abroad and I enjoy traveling on my own to celebrate getting older.On these trips, I get to do what I want when I want to and I usually splurge since it's my birthday.Dining alone can be awkward and it's tough not to split the costs, but I enjoy these solo trips.As I've gotten older, I've found the best way to cel
  
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