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• Walmart, Amazon uncertain over India's draft e-commerce law

  02-08-2018 01:06 via warc.com
  NEW DELHI: E-commerce in India could become a point of diplomatic conflict between the US and India as both Amazon and Walmart criticise a Modi administration draft e-commerce policy.Ironically, the draft policy, which seeks to put Indian...
  
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• Dramatic photos show how massive the winter storm is that's pummeling the US

  26-01-2026 01:24 via businessinsider.com
  Men in New York City helped move a car stuck in the snow during the winter storm on Sunday.Andres Kudacki/Getty ImagesA huge winter storm struck the US this weekend, impacting hundreds of millions of people.The storm stretched over 2,000 miles from New Mexico to Maine.Photos show how the storm affected travel and the economy.A major winter storm blanketed the US this weekend with heavy snow and ice, threatening nearly 180 million Americans from the Southwest to New England.The National Weather S
  
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• I moved to Thailand to recover from burnout. Living here has been harder — and better — than I expected.

  26-01-2026 01:14 via businessinsider.com
  Andre Neveling moved to Thailand on a digital nomad visa; he was seeking a reset.Provided by Andre NevelingAndre Neveling moved to Thailand on a digital nomad visa, seeking a reset.Becoming a long-term resident came with challenges he hadn't anticipated.And while Phuket is surrounded by tourists, it's a small price to pay, he says, for living in a real-life paradise.As a frequent traveler, I fell in love with Thailand's diverse landscapes, rich culture, and — best of all — the food.
  
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• The National Basketball Players Association says it stands with Minnesota protesters: 'NBA players can no longer remain silent'

  26-01-2026 00:03 via businessinsider.com
  The National Basketball Association postponed the game between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.Bruce Kluckhohn/APThe National Basketball Players Association said it "stands in solidarity" with protesters in Minneapolis.ICE agents fatally shot a man on Saturday amid ongoing clashes with Minneapolis residents.The NBA postponed a game scheduled for Saturday in Minneapolis to prioritize safety.The National Basketball Players Association says it supports protesters in
  
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• How to watch Rams vs. Seahawks: Live stream the NFC Championship free from anywhere

  25-01-2026 22:31 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Seahawks beat the Rams 38-37 in overtime in December.Steph Chambers/Getty ImagesJust one game away from a visit to San Francisco for Super Bowl LX, we have the information you need on how to watch Rams vs. Seahawks live this Sunday and find out which West Coast franchise will head to Levi's Stadium come February 8.The memories of Rams fans need only go back five years for the last time they played in
  
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• America's largest labor movement calls for ICE to leave Minnesota before 'anyone else is hurt or killed'

  25-01-2026 21:19 via businessinsider.com
  Immigration officers are in Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge.UCG/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesThe AFL-CIO called on ICE to leave Minnesota before "anyone else is hurt or killed."A federal agent shot and killed Alex Pretti, 37, on Saturday in Minneapolis.A local labor union representing Pretti blamed Trump's immigration policies for the death.America's largest network of labor unions has condemned ICE after a federal agent on Saturday shot and killed Alex Pretti, a 37-year
  
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• The CEOs of Minnesota's largest companies call for 'de-escalation' of tensions after second fatal ICE shooting

  25-01-2026 21:02 via businessinsider.com
  Federal agents run towards demonstrators and fire munitions in Minneapolis on Saturday.Tim Evans/ReutersMinnesota business leaders are urging peace after fatal shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis.Tensions are high after the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.Major CEOs are calling for cooperation among officials to restore stability in Minnesota.The CEOs of Minnesota's most prominent businesses are calling for local, state, and federal officials to find a solution as tensions skyrocket
  
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• How business and tech leaders are reacting to the latest fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis

  25-01-2026 20:37 via businessinsider.com
  Tear gas fills the air in Minneapolis after federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti on Saturday morning.Star Tribune via Getty Images/Star Tribune via Getty ImagesFederal immigration officers shot and killed Alex Pretti, 37, in Minneapolis on Saturday.It was the second fatal shooting of a US citizen by ICE in Minneapolis this month.The killing elicited sharp reactions from Americans, including business and tech leaders.Federal immigration agents on Saturday shot and killed a US citizen in Min
  
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• Mamdani orders remote learning over snow day for 1 million students and teachers

  25-01-2026 19:56 via businessinsider.com
  A person's car is stuck in the snow in Little Rock, Arkansas.Will Newton/Getty ImagesA huge winter storm has hit the US this weekend, bringing heavy snow and ice to millions.The storm is expected to spread more than 2,000 miles from New Mexico to Maine.Here's where the storm is set to hit hardest.A massive winter storm is battering the US this weekend, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain to millions of Americans.The storm, which is set to stretch over 2,000 miles from New Mexico to Mai
  
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• Lawmakers say veterans are paying the price after Department of Veterans Affairs workforce cuts. The VA is pushing back.

  25-01-2026 19:39 via businessinsider.com
  Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesA Democratic congressional report criticizes the Department of Veterans Affairs for healthcare cuts.The VA saw a decrease of thousands of workers in 2025, impacting mental health and appointment access, the report says.A VA spokesperson called the report "political theater" and rejected its criticisms.A scathing report released this week by Democratic congressional staff sharply criticized the Department of Veterans Affairs, accusing the agen
  
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• After my divorce, my kids move between homes every week. Buying 2 of everything reduced their stress.

  25-01-2026 19:30 via businessinsider.com
  The author buys two of everything so their kids are not stressed living between two homes after divorce.Courtesy of the authorI buy duplicates so my kids don't live out of bags between homes.Small comforts like shampoo and perfume help ease switch-day stress.Making transitions easier helps me cope with being apart from my kids.After my divorce, my kids started living out of bags, going back and forth between my home and their dad's each week.It's been like this for five years, but this school ye
  
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• How to watch Patriots vs. Broncos: Live stream AFC Championship free from anywhere

  25-01-2026 19:01 via businessinsider.com
  When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe New England Patriots will head to Denver to face the Broncos in the AFC Championship.David Butler II-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect (left); Michael Spomer/Cal Sport Media/Sipa USA via Reuters Connect (right)It's the last stop before the Super Bowl, and the AFC Championship is shaping up to be a can't-miss game. We've put together everything you need to know about how to watch Patriots vs. Broncos,
  
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• More flights canceled as huge winter storm grips the US. Here's what to do if your trip is impacted.

  25-01-2026 17:47 via businessinsider.com
  A Southwest flight takes off at Nashville International Airport as snow falls on January 24.Brett Carlsen/Getty ImagesThousands of flights have been canceled this weekend amid a major winter storm.The storm is set to stretch over 2,000 miles from New Mexico to Maine.Airlines must refund canceled flights. Some offer meals or overnight hotel accommodations.US airlines are canceling thousands of flights and expanding travel waivers this weekend as Americans battle a major winter storm.Millions of p
  
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• One fitness supplement can help you build muscle and maybe boost longevity without breaking the bank, according to experts

  25-01-2026 16:48 via businessinsider.com
  Creatine is one of the most researched fitness supplements on the market. it offers a lot of value for its low costs, according to trainers and sports nutritionists.Farion_O/Getty ImagesCreatine may be the best-value fitness supplement you can buy for performance and health.Top trainers and scientists consistently recommend it to build muscle, burn fat, and even protect your brain.While creatine is relatively cheap and safe to use, no supplement can replace a healthy lifestyle.Stop wasting your
  
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• I made Ina Garten's minestrone soup, and it's the best cure for a cold or the winter blues

  25-01-2026 15:44 via businessinsider.com
  Ina Garten's winter minestrone soup is a great meal when you're under the weather.Anneta Konstantinides/Business InsiderI made Ina Garten's winter minestrone soup. Her recipe is packed with veggies, including carrots, celery, butternut squash, and spinach. The colorful soup was hearty and comforting, exactly what you need during the winter. The dropping temperatures, canceled plans, and empty shelves can only mean one thing — winter is definitely here.And nothing helps
  
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• Everything a heart health dietitian eats in a week, including plant-based protein sources and 'joy foods'

  25-01-2026 15:22 via businessinsider.com
  Lena Beal, a cardiovascular dietitian, has 'joy meals' like French toast once a week.Lena BealLena Beal, a cardiovascular dietitian, follows a primarily plant-based diet for most of the week.On Sundays, she lets herself have "joy foods" like sweets and alcohol.She said this balance helps her get enough nutrients without feeling too restricted.As a registered dietitian, Lena Beal first learned about nutrition from her own family."My great-grandparents were farmers, so they grew nearly everything
  
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• The US military's drone-defense confusion is leaving its bases vulnerable, Pentagon watchdog finds

  25-01-2026 15:07 via businessinsider.com
  A US Army solider trains with a counter-UAS weapon known as a "Drone Buster," at Fort Irwin, California., Oct. 31, 2024.Sgt. Quincy Adams/US ArmyA new watchdog report says unclear counter-drone policies are leaving some military bases vulnerable.Several at-risk installations handle sensitive aircraft, high-explosive weapons, and nuclear deterrence.Drone incursions onto American bases have grow more frequent over recent years.A Pentagon watchdog report is warning that gaps in Pentagon policy are
  
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• I got laid off from my tech job and retired in France at 69. Starting over is hard, but I love my life here.

  25-01-2026 15:03 via businessinsider.com
  Sandy Adam.Sandy Adam/ Getty Images/ Elena ZolotovaIn 2025, Sandy Adam was laid off from her job and had to reckon with what she wanted from life.Adam decided to retire and move to France, where she believed her money would go much further.Living in France is still expensive, but she said she has a much better quality of life.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Sandy Adam, 69, who moved from Pittsburgh to Chatou, a suburb of Paris, in 2025. The essay, which also incorporates qu
  
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• A look back at 19 of the biggest winter storms to hit the US in the last century

  25-01-2026 14:27 via businessinsider.com
  Over 30 US states are preparing for Winter Storm Fern.New York Daily News Archive/NY Daily News via Getty ImagesHistoric blizzards have caused fatalities, major damage, and lasting infrastructure changes.The Great Appalachian Storm of 1950 killed 383 people and dropped 62 inches of snow in some areas.A staggering 189 inches of snow fell on Mount Shasta, California, in 1959.The US is experiencing a potentially historic winter storm.As Winter Storm Fern sweeps across the country this weekend and i
  
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• US wins against Russian and Chinese air defenses in other countries may risk teaching the wrong lessons

  25-01-2026 13:13 via businessinsider.com
  Stealth fighters and supersonic bombers were among the aircraft involved in the mission.US Air Force PhotoThe US assault on Venezuela saw forces overwhelm Russian- and Chinese-made air defenses.Operator and maintenance issues appear to have played roles in air defense failures.The operation offers some insights into the effectiveness of US tactics, but there are potential risks in reading too much into the wins.US forces that executed a raid in Venezuela to capture its now-former leader walked a
  
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• When my kids went to college, I missed our family dinner nights. Virtual get-togethers give me the connection I crave.

  25-01-2026 13:07 via businessinsider.com
  The author missed family dinners when her sons were in college.Courtesy of Cristine StrubleWhen my sons were growing up, we would have Sunday night family dinners.Now that they're in college, I send pizzas to their dorms, and we all eat together via FaceTime.Although nothing will replace being in person together, this time let's all connect as a family.In my family, Sunday was always family dinner night. Whether the Packers earned another triumphant win, a swim meet went late, or a last-minute h
  
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• What we delivered for you from Davos

  25-01-2026 12:41 via businessinsider.com
  BI's editorial team at Davos. (And yes, that's Claudia Romo Edelman's Sotol Romo brand behind us. In Davos, you can never get too far from business.)BIThis post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Davos (Business Insider version)The global elite of Davos probably isn't what you think of when you think about spunky Business Insider. But we sent a small editorial team to bring you the best of it — BI-style — and I
  
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• How hedge funds are tapping prediction markets and their data for an edge

  25-01-2026 12:04 via businessinsider.com
  Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan said the company has been cleared for a US launch.Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for The New York TimesPrediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have surged in popularity.While some trading firms are actively using the platforms, hedge funds are mostly interested in their data.Dysrupt Labs in Australia, for example, uses prediction markets to monitor "drift" in the consensus.Despite the occasional headline about big payouts from prediction market gamblers, hedge
  
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• The roaring revival of the V8 engine

  25-01-2026 12:00 via businessinsider.com
  US automakers are bringing back their gas-churning V8 engines as federal regulators relax climate rules.Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesCar companies have been re-launching powerful V8 engines that were previously discontinued.Many high-powered trucks were removed from the US market as car companies switched to more fuel-efficient models.American automakers have led the charge on the V8 reboot.The growl of a V8 engine — a deep, throaty roar that swells when a driver stomps the gas pedal — h
  
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• I'm a co-creator of Alexa. Writing a 6-page memo helped me decide to quit Amazon and launch my own AI startup.

  25-01-2026 11:57 via businessinsider.com
  William Tunstall-Pedoe is the founder and CEO of UnlikelyAI.Courtesy of William Tunstall-PedoeWilliam Tunstall-Pedoe founded True Knowledge, later Evi, which Amazon acquired to build Alexa.He left Amazon in 2016 after almost four years at the tech giant to re-enter the startup world.He used a six-page memo to decide whether he should leave Amazon.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with William Tunstall-Pedoe, 56, a founder and CEO. Amazon's acquisition of his startup and his role a
  
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• Warren Buffett warned debt can ruin your life — and praised his dad's parenting when he was 'behaving like a jerk'

  25-01-2026 11:54 via businessinsider.com
  Warren Buffett built his fortune through long-term investing at his firm, Berkshire Hathaway.Johannes EISELE / AFP via Getty ImagesWarren Buffett warned about the dangers of debt in his last TV interview as Berkshire Hathaway CEO.He also gave advice about parenting, making mistakes, picking a job, and lifelong learning.Buffett said his dad was "very forgiving" when he misbehaved, but told him, "You can do better."Warren Buffett warned about the perils of personal debt in a rare interview last Ma
  
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• 4 tips for shopping on eBay, from vintage clothing buyers who shop the marketplace daily

  25-01-2026 11:50 via businessinsider.com
  Jessamine Black (left) has been using eBay for about two years.Jessamine Black; Sydney FrostSydney Frost and Jessamine Black use eBay to find unique secondhand fashion items.The online resale market is growing fast as more shoppers seek out vintage clothes.Black and Frost use strategies such as targeted searches and wishlists to find deals.Sydney Frost and Jessamine Black spend their days painstakingly combing through eBay's virtual racks for the perfect clothing finds.They've been shopping on t
  
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• EY exec says he has a 'high sensitivity' for detecting AI. Here's what gives it away.

  25-01-2026 11:45 via businessinsider.com
  Joe Depa is the global chief innovation officer at EY.EYEY's global chief innovation officer Joe Depa said he has a "high sensitivity" for detecting AI.He leads the firm's AI strategy but said if people use it "too much," it may be less effective.Corporate-sounding writing or hedging suggestions is usually a sign of AI, he said.AI is getting better every day — but EY's global chief innovation officer told Business Insider there are still signs that reveal an AI-generated response.Depa lead
  
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• At 80, I won't retire from my family's 150-year-old grocery business anytime soon. I'll run it for as long as l can.

  25-01-2026 11:37 via businessinsider.com
  Greengrocer Robin Blair with his waresCourtesy of Alyson WilliamsonRobin Blair runs his family's greengrocer business, founded in 1875.The octogenarian gets up at 4.30 a.m. and can work as late as 10 p.m., 6 days a week.He says he'll never retire from the trade, and it's given him the best life he could hope for.
  This interview is based on a conversation with greengrocer Robin Blair, 80, the owner of JJ Blair & Sons in Darlington, in the North-East of England. It has been edited for length a
  
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• Don't make this one big mistake when dealing with a difficult boss, a career coach says

  25-01-2026 11:32 via businessinsider.com
  Elliott advised being careful who you vent to when you have a difficult boss.Courtesy of Kyle ElliottKyle Elliott, a career coach to tech employees, often helps clients who have difficult bosses.Clients venting to their bosses is one of the biggest mistakes he sees.Venting to a career coach instead of a friend can also be a misuse of time, he said.Kyle Elliott, who's been a full-time career coach since 2017, spends his days helping tech employees solve their most challenging work issues.He's not
  
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