Trump's Pentagon pick walked back his outspoken opposition to women in combat
Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth signaled he wouldn't ban women from combat roles, a backtrack that may have been necessary to get enough votes.
Drake sues Universal Music Group, his own label, amid Kendrick Lamar diss track feud
Drake filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group, his own label, alleging defamation.
We asked 5 teens about the TikTok ban. Most said they'll just move on.
Teens open up about the looming TikTok ban. Some will migrate to other apps, like Instagram. They also hope for more offline connections.
https://www.businessinsider.com/tiktok-ban-teens-share-feelings-opinions-2025-1
I spent 2 nights in a 2 story, 100-square-foot tiny home in Germany that was smaller than any I've seen in the US
This cylindrical hotel in Germany comprises stand-alone tiny homes. It's the tiniest home I've ever stayed in, and it was full of space-saving hacks.
https://www.businessinsider.com/tiny-home-hotel-in-europe-photos-tour-inside-2023-2
Small businesses are suffering, with some being forced to shutter due to Los Angeles fires
Businesses that operate with slim margins, like restaurants, are suffering — with some being forced to close since the Los Angeles fires broke out.
https://www.businessinsider.com/small-businesses-closing-los-angeles-fires-2025-1
Trump flip-flopped on crypto, but his PAC has raked in millions of dollars of crypto donations since June
The former president has positioned himself as the pro-crypto candidate this election cycle. But he hasn't always had nice things to say about crypto.
https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-pac-raised-millions-crypto-donations-since-june-2024-10
A US missile-defense system, hailed as the world's best, is headed to Israel to counter Iran
The THAAD, or Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, could help Israel bolster its air defenses as tension in the Middle East escalate.
British billionaire slashes the price of his London mansion by $13 million, saying the rich are fleeing the UK. See inside the storied property.
The house has previously hosted celebrities like Amy Winehouse and Kate Moss. It is on the market for £65 million (about $85 million).
The 10 most comfortable flats of 2024, tested by women who walk a lot
We tested the best flats by walking in them for miles over concrete. According to style editors, the most comfortable pair is the Everlane Day Glove.
SpaceX launches 4 people, including a billionaire, on the most ambitious private human spaceflight yet
SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission lifted off with plans to attempt the first commercial spacewalk, in a key step toward Elon Musk's Mars city ambitions.
https://www.businessinsider.com/spacex-polaris-dawn-mission-launch-2024-8
RFK Jr. will fight getting kicked off NY ballot by claiming it's unconstitutional to make him say where he lives
The Independent candidate on Wednesday previewed his appeal of being kicked off NY's ballot for using a "sham" address.
https://www.businessinsider.com/rfk-jr-claims-unconstitutional-to-make-him-say-where-lives-2024-8
Columbia University president resigns in the wake of Israel-Hamas campus tumult
Columbia University President Nemat Shafik resigned on Wednesday following months of campus unrest stemming from protests over the Israel-Hamas war.
https://www.businessinsider.com/columbia-university-nemat-shafik-president-resigns-2024-8
This Blue Zone resident turns 100 today — living proof that taking it easy on yourself is great for longevity
Blue Zone resident Ester van den Hoven credits her long life to a few key factors, and her mindset is a big one.
The world's biggest steelmaker warns of a looming industry crisis that will outpace 2008's downturn
Baowu, the largest steelmaker, has warned that a "harsh winter" was coming for the industry that could be worse than the 2008 crisis.
I've flown on the world's only 2 all-business-class airlines. It's like flying on a private jet but less expensive.
I think all-business-class carriers Beond and La Compagnie are splurge-worthy for people looking for a bougie but still affordable travel experience.
Elon Musk's latest AI chatbot is happy to spit out the kinds of images its rivals refuse to. That could give it an edge — and go very wrong
People are already testing the limits of Elon Musk's Grok 2 image generator with AI depictions of politicians doing drugs.
https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-grok-2-ai-images-trump-harris-obama-biden-2024-8
Every 'Alien' movie ranked from worst to best, including 'Alien: Romulus'
"Alien: Romulus" is a monstrous delight. Here's how it ranks against the other movies in the "Alien" franchise.
https://www.businessinsider.com/every-alien-movie-ranked-best-worst
More rich countries worried about the dollar want to buy gold
A World Gold Council survey found a record share of central banks from advanced economies plan to load up on gold over the next 12 months.
Tim Cook's views on one of Apple's most controversial products might come as a surprise
Tim Cook discussed the Magic Mouse and other famous Apple gadgets in an interview with tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee, also known as MKBHD.
https://www.businessinsider.com/tim-cook-favorite-apple-products-surprise-magic-mouse-2024-6
Jack Dorsey gave $10 million to an anonymous founder with a deep devotion to a fascist 'guru'
Twitter's cofounder Jack Dorsey personally gave $245,000 in crypto to a developer who's a follower and student of a well-known Brazilian fascist.
https://www.businessinsider.com/jack-dorsey-fiatjaf-nostr-donation-2024-6