Life

16 May 2024, 08:00

After 3 years in Thailand, I moved back to New York. It didn't feel like home anymore, so I took off again.

While living in Thailand, Elizabeth Lavis was always craving comfort food from her town in New York. When she got back, she found her tastebuds had changed.

16 May 2024, 02:37

Tesla is going all out to push Elon Musk's $55 billion pay package through — even spending money on ads

Tesla is spending money on ads to promote Elon Musk's $55 billion pay plan.

16 May 2024, 02:10

Frank Lloyd Wright's midcentury modern home designs are back, now in easy-to-assemble kit form

The Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired house kits are inspired by the midcentury modern architect's open-floor plans and integration with nature.

16 May 2024, 00:30

I've stayed in Airbnbs around the world by myself. My top tip for solo travelers is to book for 2 people — even if it costs more.

Business Insider's reporter books Airbnbs for two while traveling solo so hosts don't know she's alone. This practice helps her feel safer.

15 May 2024, 18:38

Americans keep getting arrested on a Caribbean island after forgetting they've left bullets from home in their luggage

Five US tourists have been arrested in Turks and Caicos on suspicion of possessing ammo. One said the bullets were left in his back after a deer hunt.

15 May 2024, 17:35

Boeing broke an agreement over the 737 Max crashes that killed 346 people, and could now be prosecuted, the Justice Department says

The DoJ says Boeing violated the terms of a 2021 agreement reached after two crashes involving the 737 Max, one in Ethiopia, and one in Indonesia.

15 May 2024, 17:33

French people are being told to 'drive like a woman' to reduce traffic deaths

A French road safety group is telling people to "drive like a woman" to cut traffic deaths, pushing back on stereotypes that men are better drivers.

15 May 2024, 16:52

15 cities where retirees are moving — most are in the South

Retirees are moving to warmer cities in Arizona, Texas, and Tennessee, many for lower living costs, while plenty are fleeing New York and Los Angeles.

15 May 2024, 12:32

MrBeast's breakup with his talent manager is a wakeup call that influencers won't always need middlemen

Experts suggest this could signal a trend where influencers seek more control over their brand and audience relationships.

15 May 2024, 04:48

Why are hundreds of Teslas parked outside a dying shopping mall? A local news station solved the mystery.

Tesla has been storing hundreds of its EVs outside a Missouri Mall that's scheduled to shut down in October.

15 May 2024, 00:43

I finally got rid of my kids' play kitchen. They used to love it, but decluttering was the right decision.

My three kids had stopped playing with their play kitchen, but I couldn't let go of it. We decided to declutter and built them an art table instead.

14 May 2024, 23:42

I'm a Gen Zer who moved to London from the US. I wouldn't recommend it if you're used to American salaries and social life.

Gladys Nkengasong loves England but has found it challenging to navigate British drinking culture at work and deal with the UK's lower salaries.

14 May 2024, 22:18

Will a cruise ship wait for me if I'm running late at a port stop? Here's what a captain has to say.

Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas Captain Rob Hempstead told passengers that the ship may wait for latecomers, but only under two circumstances.

14 May 2024, 20:12

Bumble's billboard ads made fun of celibacy as an alternative to dating. It didn't go down well.

Dating app Bumble apologized for its "mistake" in making light of celibacy in its recent ad campaign, following backlash on social media.

14 May 2024, 19:33

Biden announces a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs

The White House has announced it's imposing tariffs on $18 billion of Chinese goods, including a 100% tax on Chinese-made electric cars.

14 May 2024, 19:32

'I want answers from American Airlines,' says mother suing carrier after her 14-year-old son died on a flight

"After Kevin died, I never heard from American Airlines again," said Melissa Arzu. The lawsuit claims that an onboard defibrillator was faulty.

14 May 2024, 18:49

Emirates, the powerhouse Middle Eastern airline, is giving staff a bonus of 20 weeks' pay after a blockbuster year

The Dubai-based airline posted record profits of $4.7 billion, and is set to reward staff in this month's payroll.

14 May 2024, 18:23

A livestream video portal connecting Dublin and New York was meant to bring the cities together — instead, it's devolved into chaos

Some used the portal to flash their body parts, share pornographic videos, and mock 9/11.

14 May 2024, 15:58

Meet the average resident of Paradise Valley, the 'Beverly Hills of Arizona': a 54-year-old homeowner making over $220,000

Paradise Valley, Arizona, which has been attracting the wealthy from California, has a median household income of $221,333.

Major US airlines really, really don't want to show you how much you'll pay in fees upfront

14 May 2024, 13:18

View All Latest