Japan's intense trucker shortage may inspire a drastic solution — a giant conveyer belt between cities
Test runs of the automated cargo transport corridor are expected to begin in 2027 or early 2028.
Putin's allies celebrated as Trump closed in on victory
Kremlin officials and allies welcomed Donald Trump's victory in the US election. But they have reasons to be wary.
Australia announced a sweeping plan to forgive 20% of student debt
The move, which could take effect in June if the current Labor government stays in power, would erase around $10.5 billion worth of debt.
The Kremlin says it hopes an unpronounceably huge fine got Google's attention
China lost 36% of its billionaires to years of economic troubles and crackdowns
China lost 432 billionaires since the high of 1,185 in 2021, according to a list compiled by the Hurun Research Institute.
Hezbollah named its new leader, a long-serving deputy, after Israel killed his predecessor
Naim Qassem, a Hezbollah co-founder, has become its leader following Israel's killing of Hassan Nasrallah, for whom he served as deputy for 32 years.
Republicans are mobilizing expat votes for Trump in Israel, hoping to tip the scale in battleground states
Republicans in Israel are targeting the country's American expat community—the world's fourth-largest—hoping it tips the scale in a close election.
China's muted response to the Russia-North Korea alliance could come at a cost
China's response to reports of North Korea sending soldiers to Russia could undercut its efforts to improve its trading relationships with the EU.
Bhutan is known for prizing happiness. Its people also work longer than any other country.
Despite Bhutan's reputation for putting happiness above GDP, its people work longer than anywhere else — an average of 54.4 hours a week, per the ILO.
North Korea sending troops into Ukraine could supercharge an already-close partnership with Russia
Russia claims it doesn't care who wins the US election. Its state media tells another story.
North Korea is blowing stuff up and making threats, but it's unlikely to go further
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My teenage daughter backpacked alone through Europe. Despite my worry, I'd let her do it again.
My oldest daughter took a gap year between high school and college. I worried every single day for her, but also knew I needed to trust her.
When I was 11, I made a friend who changed the trajectory of my life. She inspired me to go to college and try harder.
I was an average student with few ambitions to enter college. I got the push I needed from a fellow middle-schooler with a go-getting attitude to life
I know keeping some savings in cash doesn't make the most mathematical sense, but it's the only thing that helps me feel safe
I keep part of my savings in cash to heal my relationship with money. Financial planner and coach Natasha Knox helped me understand my saving habits.
Where to watch Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United: Live stream Game 3 of MLS Playoffs anywhere
Inter Miami and Atlanta United will face off for a third and final Round 1 match at the MLS Playoffs, a game that will decide which team will head to the Conference Semifinals.
How to watch Washington vs. Penn State White Out game live stream
Penn State's White Out game is here, and we'll show you how to watch Washington vs. Penn State from anywhere.
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Mark Zuckerberg isn't personally liable for any harm caused to children by Facebook and Instagram, judge says
Over two dozen lawsuits accuse Mark Zuckerberg's platforms of being dangerously addictive to children.
All the top OpenAI figures who have left since the 2023 attempt to oust CEO Sam Altman
From Ilya Sutskever to Mira Murati, OpenAI has seen top talent depart the company over the last year.
ChatGPT denied 250,000 requests to generate deepfake images of candidates in the month before the election
In an effort to fight deepfakes during a contentious election, ChatGPT denied over 250,000 requests to create images of candidates, OpenAI said.
A man who paid $200.57 for a night at a famous NYC hotel and then lived there rent-free for years is unfit to stand trial, court says
Mickey Barreto lived rent-free in the iconic New Yorker Hotel for years before his arrest. Doctors now say he is unfit to stand trial.
Elon Musk's wealth soars past $300 billion as Tesla shares climb on the back of Trump's election win
Tesla's share price has climbed by around 28% since Tuesday's close. The company on Friday hit a trillion-dollar market valuation.
Companies are using sneaky software and legal tricks to make you endlessly pay for stuff you already bought
Companies are using sneaky software, subscription fees, and legal tricks to make you endlessly pay for stuff you already bought.
'Love Is Blind' is hell on earth: Contestants say producers deprived them of food and sleep, preyed on their anxieties, and refused to let them quit
"Love Is Blind" was supposed to be a different kind of dating show. But contestants say being on the series was traumatic: "It literally ruins lives."
A hacker ripped me off for $10,000. The scam turned out to be brilliant — and terrifying.
Verizon, Chase, and the police were all useless when my identity got hacked. Then Psycho Bunny came to the rescue.
Sorry, homebuyers. Houses aren't getting cheaper.
Buyers may wince at higher rates. The economy may be wheezing. But there just aren't enough homes for sale to sink prices, Zillow's Skylar Olsen said.
A Rivian customer waited 3 years for his dream car. It died within days.
Two days after it arrived, Chase Merrill's electric R1S SUV was bricked in the snow. The company said it would cost $2,100 to transport for repairs.
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Google, Amazon, and Meta are making their core products worse — on purpose
Google, Amazon, Meta, and other big tech companies are making their core products worse and ruining everything from apps to the internet.
I've been with my partner for 6 years and we don't live together yet. We're not in a rush.
Joanna Dahlseid has been with her partner for 6 years. As a single mom, living apart together has provided the best dynamic for her and her children.
I couldn't afford to move out when my boyfriend and I broke up. We're still roommates a year later because it makes works for us.
The cost of living is too high, so when my boyfriend and I broke up, I couldn't move out. We split the bills, share meals, and have separate bedrooms.
Avoid these 4 mistakes and misconceptions when receiving an inheritance, according to financial planners
An inheritance can be life-changing — if you handle it wisely. Here's how you can avoid these 4 common inheritance pitfalls.
Trump's election win fuels hope of a peace deal between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf
Golf star Rory McIlroy suggested that Trump and Elon Musk could help accelerate a deal between the two tours.
Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps
Australia announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media in an effort to curb addiction and protect mental health.
I dated a man 15 years older, and everyone criticized me. Some said I was a gold digger and had daddy issues, but I loved him.
My friends criticized me for being in an age-gap relationship. They asked if I was in it for the money and if I wanted to care for an elderly person.
I spent $170 on 4 failed tours to see the northern lights and then finally saw them while waiting at a bus stop
Not all northern-lights tours are a bad deal, but be careful which you choose and when you book them — or try free methods for seeing northern lights.
My dad's Greek meatballs are the perfect quick dinner — and so easy to make
My dad's Greek meatballs have always been part of my family's weekly dinner rotation. They're easy to make and go well with fries, pasta, or potatoes.
What the crypto market actually wants from a Trump presidency
The crypto industry helped put Donald Trump back in the White House. Now, it hopes his presidency will boost the asset class to new highs.
I was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer at 36. Ten years later, I'm still learning to be confident in my body.
Melissa Eppard was diagnosed with an aggressive breast cancer when she was 36. She removed her implants and got tattoos over her scars.
The rise of the 'bait-and-switch' job interview
The work-from-home revolution has led to a wave of tricksters faking their way through job interviews — causing chaos for companies and coworkers.
Travelers are slamming Airbnb chore lists that tell guests to mow the lawn, do the laundry, and take out the trash — on top of paying $125 cleaning fees
"If I'm paying $229 a night to stay somewhere, plus a $125 cleaning fee, I'm not doing any laundry," one traveler said in a viral TikTok.
Watch your back: Here are the 4 kinds of employees most likely to get laid off in the current downturn
A study of 17,000 recent layoffs reveals who is most at risk of losing their jobs.
China had a plan to dominate tech and become the world's most powerful country. It's all gone wrong.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had a plan to dominate tech and become the world's most powerful country. It's all gone wrong.
Remote work is killing Florida as a retirement paradise
Home prices in Florida have soared by 33% — almost twice the national average. The dream of retiring to the Sunshine State is officially over.
I tried the same chicken sandwich at McDonald's and Chick-fil-A, and I preferred the cheaper sandwich
McDonald's crispy chicken sandwich and Chick-fil-A's classic sandwich were similar, but the cheaper version from McDonald's came out on top.
Betting markets nailed Trump's decisive win — and it's a good reminder they can be more accurate than polls
"This is the dawn of a new era for prediction markets," Kalshi's founder said. Betting markets called Trump's win weeks before the election.
I'm a dietitian who used to work at Trader Joe's — here are 8 things I'd absolutely get at the store right now
As a former employee, here are the things I would buy at Trader Joe's — from whole-grain waffles to chocolate-almond biscotti.
How a former data analyst turned his 14-year career at Riot Games into 'Arcane,' a beautiful, expensive Netflix hit
"Arcane" was created by two Riot Games vets. Christian Linke, an early "League of Legends" player, spoke to BI about his career and making the show.
Insider Today: Rethinking supplements
In this Saturday edition of Insider Today, we're talking about rethinking supplements and a controversial vacation-homes tax.
Fed rate cuts aren't stopping high-yield checking account from offering rates as high as 8% APY — for now
The Federal Reserve cut rates twice in a row, bringing bank account rates down. See how high-yield checking account rates are still as high as 8% APY.