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The world's most powerful passports in 2026, ranked

Singapore passport holders have the most flexibility for travel worldwide. inigolai-Photography/Shutterstock The Henley Passport Index ranks the world's most powerful passports for visa-free travel. S...

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I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

As someone who lived there for a year, I know what to pack for a trip to Ireland. Hannah Kennedy As an American who spent a year living in Ireland , I've created a great packing list for visitors. To ...

Jan 14Business Insiderlifestyle

‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

A jungle temple in Thailand hailed as a “hidden gem” has urged tourists to stop “inappropriate behaviour” after they were spotted doing gymnastics and wearing revealing clothing at the site. The Wat P...

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China ‘dead or alive’ app allows solo users check in daily, alerts contacts if they miss it

A Chinese phone application called “dead or alive” that helps users check in daily has become a top-ranked app, reflecting the trend of solo living among the country’s young people. The Sileme app, or...

Jan 13South China Morning PostTechnology

The world's biggest fast-food chain just landed in NYC. We tried Mixue — and the hype is real.

I visited the Mixue location in Midtown Manhattan's Herald Square. Henry Chandonnet/Business Insider Mixue has opened its first American locations: two in New York, and one in Los Angeles. I visited t...

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The youngest millennials turn 30 this year. We looked at where they live, if they're married, and how much they make.

Alexandria Rucker is turning 30 this year. Courtesy of Alexandria Rucker The youngest millennials turn 30 in 2026, marking a generational milestone in America. This cohort of new adults is more divers...

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I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I don't like organizing parties or events, and planning a trip for more than two people is stressful. So, a birthday solo trip is perfect. Matthew Lubin I've celebrated several birthdays abroad and I ...

Jan 15Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

The author and her husband traveled the world together before eloping. Courtesy of Zoe Ashbridge I met my husband at work, and we decided to quit our jobs together to cycle around the world. We saved ...

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Here's what Barbie looked like the year you were born

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 18: This combination photo shows the he toy doll Barbie in her various incarnations at Leuralla NSW toy and railway museum, as the iconic doll approaches her 50th birthhday May...

Jan 13Business InsiderEntertainment

The 10 best states to raise a family

Maskot/Getty Images/Maskot WalletHub , a personal finance company, released its "Best and Worst States to Raise a Family" list. The company compared all 50 states across five categories, inclu...

Jan 15Business Insidereconomics

James Cameron says he left the US and moved to New Zealand for his 'sanity'

James Cameron said he's wanted to move to New Zealand since his first visit in the 1990s. Gareth Cattermole/Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney James Cameron, 71, says he long dreamed of moving ...

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My husband and I built careers in tech and law. In our 40s, we sold our house, traveled for a year, and left both industries.

My husband and I sold our house and spent a year traveling. Jason Prokowiew After my husband was laid off from his tech job, we decided to sell our house and travel for a year. During our time abroad,...

Jan 14Business Insiderlifestyle

Some flight attendants at ultra-low-cost carriers make more than United crew. Here's how much they earn.

An Allegiant flight attendant. David Becker/AP Flight attendants at ultra-low-cost carriers earn a base pay of between $22 and $68 per hour. Allegiant cabin crew earn higher base pay than those at Uni...

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I'm a designer, and Saks was my biggest customer. Now it owes me six figures, and I'm fighting to keep my business viable.

Fisayo Che, the founder of fashion brand Elisamama, counted on Saks for more than half of her business. The company's bankruptcy has left her questioning a yearslong partnership. Courtesy of Fisayo Ch...

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I spent years traveling nonstop. It took me too long to admit my 'dream life' was actually horrible for my health.

Traveling nonstop sounds incredible, but it can come with some serious drawbacks. Meredith Bethune For years, I happily travelled nonstop for work, ignoring the toll it was taking on my health. When m...

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I quit my job at Microsoft to be a more present mother. I'm not worried about finding a new job — I have a plan.

Kruthika Jayatheertha Kruthika Jayatheertha Kruthika Jayatheertha left her Microsoft job to take an extended career break after maternity leave. She believes being present during her child's early yea...

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Our first visit to Japan was fun — but mistakes like traveling during the wrong month put a damper on the 10-day trip

We spent 10 days exploring Japan. Jenna DeLaurentis My boyfriend and I made a few mistakes on our first trip to Japan , which lasted 10 days. We chose the wrong month to travel in terms of weather and...

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I made over $30,000 from my side hustles this year. The extra money is great, but I felt like I never stopped working.

The author has a corporate job but also freelances as a writer and teaches mahjong. Courtesy of the author Freelance writing for various media outlets and teaching mahjong helped me generate over $30,...

Jan 15Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

In this job market, career security is often a solo project

Job seeker Ike Sobel waits to speak to a recruiter during a job fair in Dallas, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. LM Otero/Associated Press Given the tight labor market, building skills and networking can hel...

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I moved to Spain over a decade ago and visit the Bay Area yearly. After a few weeks in California, I remember why I stay abroad.

The author left San Francisco over a decade ago. Courtesy of the author I crave going home to the Bay Area, but long visits remind me why Spain feels right. The Bay Area feels car-bound, expensive, ru...

Jan 14Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

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The world's most powerful passports in 2026, ranked

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list &mdash; and thanked me later.

‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

China ‘dead or alive’ app allows solo users check in daily, alerts contacts if they miss it

The world's biggest fast-food chain just landed in NYC. We tried Mixue &mdash; and the hype is real.

The youngest millennials turn 30 this year. We looked at where they live, if they're married, and how much they make.

I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

Here's what Barbie looked like the year you were born

The 10 best states to raise a family

James Cameron says he left the US and moved to New Zealand for his 'sanity'

My husband and I built careers in tech and law. In our 40s, we sold our house, traveled for a year, and left both industries.

Some flight attendants at ultra-low-cost carriers make more than United crew. Here's how much they earn.

I'm a designer, and Saks was my biggest customer. Now it owes me six figures, and I'm fighting to keep my business viable.

I spent years traveling nonstop. It took me too long to admit my 'dream life' was actually horrible for my health.

I quit my job at Microsoft to be a more present mother. I'm not worried about finding a new job &mdash; I have a plan.

Our first visit to Japan was fun &mdash; but mistakes like traveling during the wrong month put a damper on the 10-day trip

I made over $30,000 from my side hustles this year. The extra money is great, but I felt like I never stopped working.

In this job market, career security is often a solo project

I moved to Spain over a decade ago and visit the Bay Area yearly. After a few weeks in California, I remember why I stay abroad.

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The world's most powerful passports in 2026, ranked

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list &mdash; and thanked me later.

‘Not a gym’: Thai temple warns tourists not to do yoga, climb ancient rocks at place of worship

China ‘dead or alive’ app allows solo users check in daily, alerts contacts if they miss it

The world's biggest fast-food chain just landed in NYC. We tried Mixue &mdash; and the hype is real.

The youngest millennials turn 30 this year. We looked at where they live, if they're married, and how much they make.

I started taking solo trips for my birthday years ago. Now that I'm in my 40s, it's my favorite way to celebrate.

I met my husband at work, and then we quit our jobs to travel the world together. On that 18-month-long trip, we eloped.

Here's what Barbie looked like the year you were born

The 10 best states to raise a family

James Cameron says he left the US and moved to New Zealand for his 'sanity'

My husband and I built careers in tech and law. In our 40s, we sold our house, traveled for a year, and left both industries.

Some flight attendants at ultra-low-cost carriers make more than United crew. Here's how much they earn.

I'm a designer, and Saks was my biggest customer. Now it owes me six figures, and I'm fighting to keep my business viable.

I spent years traveling nonstop. It took me too long to admit my 'dream life' was actually horrible for my health.

I quit my job at Microsoft to be a more present mother. I'm not worried about finding a new job &mdash; I have a plan.

Our first visit to Japan was fun &mdash; but mistakes like traveling during the wrong month put a damper on the 10-day trip

I made over $30,000 from my side hustles this year. The extra money is great, but I felt like I never stopped working.

In this job market, career security is often a solo project

I moved to Spain over a decade ago and visit the Bay Area yearly. After a few weeks in California, I remember why I stay abroad.

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

The world's biggest fast-food chain just landed in NYC. We tried Mixue — and the hype is real.

I quit my job at Microsoft to be a more present mother. I'm not worried about finding a new job — I have a plan.

Our first visit to Japan was fun — but mistakes like traveling during the wrong month put a damper on the 10-day trip

I'm an American who lived in Ireland for a year. Everyone who visited me used this packing list — and thanked me later.

The world's biggest fast-food chain just landed in NYC. We tried Mixue — and the hype is real.

I quit my job at Microsoft to be a more present mother. I'm not worried about finding a new job — I have a plan.

Our first visit to Japan was fun — but mistakes like traveling during the wrong month put a damper on the 10-day trip