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• Microsoft publishes 37-page 'humanist' code of conduct after AI doom debate: 'This is urgent'

  14-09-2026 16:30 via businessinsider.com
  
  Microsoft AI CEO wrote that the code of conduct was "urgent."Stephen Brashear/Getty ImagesMicrosoft published a code of conduct for its AI models.AI leaders are debating the best way to keep the technology safe (and protect humanity from a possible doom)."Things we have worried about for a long time in theory have become very real," wrote Microsoft AI's CEO.Microsoft sums up its AI code of conduct in five words: "People matter more than AI."As the debate over whether AI could destroy humanity ra
  
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• Best REI coupons and promo codes we've tested in September 2026

  15-09-2026 01:28 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThese REI coupons can help you save on outdoor gear.REIUpdate: Our deal-hunting team has searched the internet for REI coupons and promo codes, but we haven't found any active discount codes at the time of writing. We'll continue searching for offer codes and keep this page updated as we discover them, so keep checking back. In the meantime, if you're still interested in shopping at REI today, you can ex
  
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• The best-dressed celebrities at the 2026 Emmy Awards

  15-09-2026 01:24 via businessinsider.com
  
  Selena Gomez at the 2026 Emmy Awards.Gilbert Flores/Getty ImagesThe stars are showing out for the 2026 Emmys.They're gathering at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles in their red-carpet best.Selena Gomez arrived in one of the night's most fashionable looks.Emmys night is finally here.The 2026 Emmy Awards are taking over the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday, with "Law and Order: SVU" star Mariska Hargitay hosting."The Pitt" is leading the nominations charge with 25, including outstanding d
  
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• I compared shopping for seasonal fall decor at Hobby Lobby and Michaels

  15-09-2026 00:43 via businessinsider.com
  
  I found that Michaels (left) and Hobby Lobby (right) had solid offerings for fall decor.Savannah BornI went shopping for fall decorations at Michaels and Hobby Lobby to see which had better options.Michaels blew me away with its Halloween decorations, elevated crafts, and spooky themes.Hobby Lobby had no Halloween decor, but its Thanksgiving and general autumnal fare was hard to beat.The instant I sense a new season approaching, or even prematurely "smell it in the air," I'm already excited to d
  
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• Disney wants more remote employees back at the office

  15-09-2026 00:36 via businessinsider.com
  
  Disney wants more workers back in the office under CEO Josh D'Amaro.Jesse Grant/Getty Images for DisneyDisney is requiring some remote employees to return to the office.This change puts more staffers in line with Disney's general in-person work policy of four days a week.Many major media companies have called workers back with varying RTO mandates.Disney is asking more employees to return to the office, Business Insider has learned.The Mouse House told some remote product and tech employees on M
  
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• Google finally lets all engineers use Anthropic's Claude

  15-09-2026 00:35 via businessinsider.com
  
  Google CEO Sundar Pichai.Bloomberg/Getty ImagesGoogle is giving all engineers access to Anthropic's Claude for coding.Google is an investor in Anthropic.The change comes as Google tries to catch up with rivals in AI coding.Googlers have some of the best perks in Silicon Valley, but there's one thing many of them have long been denied: access to Anthropic's Claude.That just changed.The company recently made one of Anthropic's strongest coding models available to engineers across the company throu
  
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• Best Mattress Firm coupon and discount codes we've tested in September 2026

  15-09-2026 00:30 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreMattress FirmMattress shopping is expensive enough without leaving a discount on the table. Mattress Firm carries everything from affordable bed-in-a-box options to splurge-worthy picks from brands like Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, Serta, and Purple, so a good promo code can make a very real difference at checkout. We've rounded up the best Mattress Firm coupons, promo codes, and current deals, so you can save m
  
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• The AI doom debate is getting carried away. AI is a product, not a god.

  15-09-2026 00:25 via businessinsider.com
  
  Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.Don Feria/AP Content Services for AnthropicAI risks are confined mostly to the digital realm, not the real world, some industry leaders say.David Sacks and Lina Khan finally agree on something: AI risk is mostly a product liability issue.AI companies may be seeking new protections if their products go awry.AI is either going to cure cancer or kill us all. That's the polarizing thrust of a panic-infused debate that erupted across the industry in recent days.The truth is
  
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• Best dog nail grinders

  15-09-2026 00:20 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreI tested dog nail grinders with five different pups, including a small mixed breed dog and a Vizsla, before choosing the best ones from Wahl, Casfuy, and Dremel.Jackie Brown/Business InsiderIn high school, I landed my first job working in a veterinary hospital — a dream come true for my animal-loving soul. I spent the next eight years working in vet clinics, where I mastered many skills, including
  
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• Cybersecurity is one corner of the tech market that's getting a boost from AI doomsday fears

  15-09-2026 00:08 via businessinsider.com
  
  Stanislav Kogiku/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesThe AI apocalypse conversation has jolted the market's favorite trade.Dire speculation about an existential crisis for humanity sent AI-linked stocks tumbling.One sector, though, is rising amid fears of AI-enabled hacks: cybersecurity stocks.The AI doomsday conversation has rattled the market, but investors are piling into one corner of tech as worries rise about a future marked by AI-enabled cyberattacks.Wall Street has been jolted by the
  
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• How to watch the Broncos vs. Chiefs: Monday Night Football live streams, venue, odds

  15-09-2026 00:02 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs last met on December 25, 2025.Cooper Neill/Getty ImagesMonday Night Football is back, and a Denver vs. Kansas City showdown will help kick off the season. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch Broncos vs. Chiefs, including global streaming options.If you don't want to scroll any further, we've got you covered. You can live stream the game
  
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• 'Never let a lack of motivation put you on Iranian TV': US airman shares intense Iran survival story after shootdown

  15-09-2026 00:00 via businessinsider.com
  
  A US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle flying over the US Central Command area of responsibility.US Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel AsseltaThe aviator shot down over Iran in April survived a damaged parachute and serious injuries before being rescued.The aviator, called "Bravo," credited the jet's pilot with their fast ejection from the damaged jet.The rescue involved 92 troops on the ground, multiple aircraft, and thousands more troops in support.An Air Force officer who survived behind enemy l
  
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• Best Athleta coupon codes we've tested in September 2026

  14-09-2026 23:56 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreAthleta/Business InsiderAthleta might have made its reputation with its fantastic athletic attire, but the retailer has branched out into dresses, jumpsuits, travel outfits, and stylish pants fit for work. The brand still offers top-tier leggings and workout sets, but there's enough variety that customers can also shop at Athleta when filling out the rest of their closet. Prices can add up quickly, but a
  
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• Forget guardrails, Trump says all the AI industry needs is a smart president

  14-09-2026 23:46 via businessinsider.com
  
  President Donald Trump lashed out at Anthropic.Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump is back to fighting with Anthropic.On Monday, Trump called out Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei by name.Amodei recently said frontier AI labs should "pace" their development of future models.The White House is back to warring with Anthropic.On Monday, President Donald Trump lashed out at Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei after Amodei published an essay urging a slowdown in global frontier AI development
  
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• Best 100-inch TVs of 2026

  14-09-2026 23:33 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTCL makes some of our favorite TVs in the 98 to 100-inch class, including the high-end X11L.Scott Tharler/Business InsiderThe best 100-inch TVs can turn your living room into a genuine home theater, whether you're kicking back for movie night or inviting everyone over for an NFL watch party. Better yet, buying a TV this big no longer means spending a fortune. In 2026, you can find 98- and 100-inch TVs st
  
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• The timing of AI leaders' calls for a slowdown is too convenient to ignore

  14-09-2026 23:19 via businessinsider.com
  
  OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario AmodeiGetty ImagesTop AI leaders want to slow the development of their top-end models.The coordinated response comes as AI faces lots of headwinds.That doesn't mean their concerns aren't real, but the timing is also self-serving.Imagine a pharmaceutical company spends nearly four years touting a ground-breaking new medicine that will cure all diseases.Early evidence supporting those claims is limited, and massive questions remain, but the company con
  
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• 15 unforgettable Bob Mackie designs, from Cher to Taylor Swift

  14-09-2026 23:14 via businessinsider.com
  
  Bob Mackie and Cher were collaborators and friends for decades.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection/Getty ImagesBob Mackie, the legendary designer, died on Monday. He was 87.Mackie dressed stars from every era, from Mitzi Gaynor to Sabrina Carpenter.His work with Cher, Dolly Parton, and Tina Turner is among his most beloved."We're all born naked, and the rest is Bob Mackie," RuPaul once said of Bob Mackie, one of the most iconic costume and fashion designers of the last 60 years.Mackie, who died o
  
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• How to get a free iPad and Apple Watch with iPhone 18 Pro preorders at Verizon

  14-09-2026 23:08 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreVerizon/Business InsiderApple's latest iPhone generation is officially up for preorder, and the new device looks sweet for fans of the iOS ecosystem. As you might expect, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max aren't cheap, so a good deal goes a long way to making the smartphone accessible. Luckily, new and existing Verizon customers can save now on their new iPhone with these sweet preorder deals.Preorder the ne
  
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• Where to watch the Emmys: Live streams, channel, nominees, presenters, and more

  14-09-2026 23:01 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Emmy Awards return for a 78th ceremony.Frazer Harrison/Getty ImagesTelevision's biggest night is back. We've rounded up everything you need to know about where to watch the Emmys, along with info on the nominees, presenters, and special segments.Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Emmy Awards live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The star-studded ceremony airs on NBC and will live stream on P
  
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• The best dog nail clippers

  14-09-2026 22:57 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreYou can safely and easily trim a dog's nails at home with the best dog nail clippers we tested.Jackie Brown/Business InsiderWhile very active dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors naturally wear down their nails, most still need regular trims with the best dog nail clippers. Keeping nails short prevents them from curling and growing into the paw pads, which can be a painful and potentially serious condi
  
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• I walked a mile in 33 pairs of ballet flats. Here are the 13 most comfortable.

  14-09-2026 22:57 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreGabrielle Chase/Business InsiderMy passion for cute shoes is always odds with my sensitive feet,which is why I'm such a believer in ballet flats. I've worn certain pairs into the ground because no other shoe disappears into my outfit quite like them, yet they're still dressy enough for going out.
  This season, I've witnessed ballet flats taking over New York (not that they ever left). The question of who
  
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• iOS 27 is out now. Here are the biggest changes the update is bringing to your iPhone.

  14-09-2026 22:47 via businessinsider.com
  
  Apple released iOS 27 on Monday.Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesApple finally gave Siri the AI makeover it promised.It can write emails in your tone and rescue badly framed photos, the company says.And yes, Apple has a solution for the Liquid Glass haters.Apple's products are about to get more AI-ish.On Monday, the tech giant is releasing its big annual software update. This year's release is centered on the new AI-powered Siri, Apple's big bet that it can keep pace with rival AI assis
  
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• Trump called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang mid-interview to rip AI doomerism: 'The robots will not be taking over'

  14-09-2026 22:41 via businessinsider.com
  
  President Donald Trump and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesNvidia CEO Jensen Huang said AI doomer predictions aren't grounded in science.At the All-In Summit, Huang also praised AI researcher Jacob Coxon's courage as a whistleblower.President Donald Trump called in during Huang's talk, saying, "The robots will not be taking over."Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang got a call from President Donald Trump in the middle of his interview to swat down AI doomer predictions.On Monday at the All-
  
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• Instagram wants you to pay for its AI photo-editing filters

  14-09-2026 22:31 via businessinsider.com
  
  Meta is making Instagram users (like me) pay for more access to its AI photo-editing tools.Screenshots/Instagram/BII've got to admit something. Meta's AI tools for editing photos are … pretty good.But! Meta will soon make you pay if you want to edit tons of your photos with AI.The Meta One monthly subscription will unlock additional AI usage and unique perks for its apps.I was having some unfettered fun playing with Instagram's new filters.Then I got hit with a paywall."Upgrade to Meta On
  
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• Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light review: Our top pick for sunrise alarm clocks

  14-09-2026 22:30 via businessinsider.com
  
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreSuzy Hernandez/Business InsiderThe Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light's wind-down mode mimics a fading sunset to ease you to sleep. Its round design and invigorating orange and yellow hues create a pleasant wake-up experience. The SmartSleep Wake-Up Light is a great alternative to app-enabled alarms like the Hatch Restore 3.Waking up to a blaring smartphone alarm in a pitch-black room doesn't jus
  
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• I didn't know what TikTok was. My student took my phone, made an account, and changed my career.

  14-09-2026 22:16 via businessinsider.com
  
  Phillip Cook's student opened his TikTok account and changed his career.Courtesy of Phillip CookPhillip Cook teaches chemistry to high schoolers in New York City.He also has nearly four million followers on TikTok, where he teaches all ages.He says he wants to inspire curiosity about the world around us, for learners of every age.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Phillip Cook. It has been edited for length and clarity.A physicist or a mathematician might argue with me, but I
  
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• Sydney Sweeney's nearly nude ad is drawing backlash — but she might have the last laugh

  14-09-2026 21:59 via businessinsider.com
  
  Sydney Sweeney has a history of provocative work.Chris Delmas / AFP via Getty ImagesSydney Sweeney is at the center of controversy again after appearing in another head-turning ad campaign.Sports prediction app Novig has gotten buzz and backlash for Sweeney's nearly naked appearance.Peak Metrics found the campaign had generated more positive than negative posts online.Sydney Sweeney's nearly nude ad campaign has been met with backlash — but the stunt could pay off for sports prediction app
  
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• 9 of the best outfits and 8 that missed the mark at the 2026 Venice Film Festival

  14-09-2026 21:21 via businessinsider.com
  
  Pamela Anderson at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival.Dominique Charriau/Getty ImagesYou couldn't miss the fashion at the Venice International Film Festival.The Clooneys, for example, hit the red carpet in matching formal wear.A few other stars, like Jewel, unfortunately missed the mark.It was lights, camera, fashion at the Venice International Film Festival.New films were screened, and the cinema was celebrated at the annual festival. It was held on the island of Venice Lido from Septe
  
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• I've been the CEO of my children's lives for nearly two decades. It's time to focus on my own.

  14-09-2026 21:18 via businessinsider.com
  
  The author said she has always been heavily involved in her kids' lives. Now that they're teens, she's taking a step back.Courtesy of Nicolle Sloane.I gave up my career to become a stay-at-home mom and turned into the CEO of my children's lives.I chose their schools and extracurriculars, and made sure their lives went smoothly.I recently realized it was probably time to resign as their CEO and just be a mom on the sidelines.A few weeks ago, my 18-year-old daughter was planning a weekend beach tr
  
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• I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These are the 6 I always tell people to visit in the fall.

  14-09-2026 20:55 via businessinsider.com
  
  In my opinion, Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the best parks to visit in the fall.Emily HartAfter visiting all 63 major US national parks, I think some are best experienced in the fall.In many of the parks, the fall months bring fewer crowds and cooler weather.In my opinion, the fall is the best time to visit parks like Acadia and Cuyahoga Valley.Summer is winding down, but that doesn't mean national park adventures have to end. In fact, many of the 63 major US national parks are at thei
  
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