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The US military is weird about hands in pockets, and the rules are all over the place

A solider pockets his beret in East Point, Ga., March 7, 2017. Staff Sgt. Ken Scar/US Army Reserve Military branches have different rules when it comes to hands in pockets. Regulations vary, with some...

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The internet can't decide: Is the post-interview thank-you card dead?

Photo illustration of job interview with software developers. vgajic/Getty Imagess A tweet about job interview thank-you notes sparked an online debate. Some users say thank-you notes are outdated due...

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Thousands of older Americans plan to unretire in 2026. A permanent retirement may be harder to achieve.

Recent surveys suggest older Americans plan to unretire in 2026 or fear they may have to down the line. Kittipong Udomsom/Getty Images More older Americans are returning to work due to financial insec...

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A top VC predicts a robotics breakthrough and white-collar revolts over AI

Ethan Choi. Khosla Ventures We asked Khosla Ventures partner Ethan Choi how he sees AI reshaping daily life and work in 2026. Robotics will reach a major breakthrough in capability and have its own &#...

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Americans are living in a 'career industrial complex.' Venture capitalist Bill Gurley explains how to break out and find your dream job.

Bill Gurley said the "career industrial complex" is fueling workplace disengagement. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid Bill Gurley says the "career industrial complex" is fueling workplace dise...

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I am a mom and a longtime writing teacher. My kids' slang shows me how fast language is changing.

The author says slang is very much alive nowadays with kids. Courtesy of the author Slang's role is shifting as digital culture spreads and dilutes new expressions quickly. Social media and AI have ma...

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Gen Z-ers are taking to Pinterest to find their aesthetic and figure out interview fits, an exec for the platform says

A Pinterest executive said Gen Zers use the platform to find their unique aesthetics. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Gen Zers use Pinterest in a very different way from their parents or even older sibl...

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My wife loves to talk nonstop, but I love silence and alone time. We came to an agreement that saved our marriage.

The author and his wife struggled with communication at first. Courtesy of Kimanzi Constable My wife loves chatting and needs to talk out everything, while I'm an introvert and prefer silence. We stru...

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As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest — and the most humbling.

The author says that parenting middle schoolers can be hard. VISION4RY-L4NGU4GE/Getty Images/iStockphoto Parenting middle schoolers can be challenging, but key lessons can make it more manageable. Avo...

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We're raising our kids to speak three languages, and it's not as hard as people think.

The author is raising her kids to speak German, Dutch, and English. Courtesy of the author I grew up fascinated by different cultures and languages. My husband and I raise our children in three langua...

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Seeing Japan's older workers made me wonder how the US could better prepare for an aging economy

Nearly 30% of Japan's population is 65 or older, and many still work. Francesco Riccardo Iacomino/Getty Images Japan has adapted to an aging workforce with government support and job programs. Nearly ...

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I spent a year interviewing America's oldest workers. Here are their 5 tips for staying healthy and active.

Patricia Casey (left), Marilyn Gettinger (middle), and Eileen Hartigan (right) shared their biggest pieces of advice with Business Insider. Courtesy of Patricia Casey/Marilyn Gettinger/Eileen Hartigan...

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Duolingo gives staff 2 weeks off over the holidays — and the CEO says it pays off

Duolingo shuts down for two weeks every winter, and its CEO says the cost is worth it for real rest. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Duolingo gives its staff two weeks off over the holidays, allowing emplo...

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Gen Z's Nostalgia Plush Toy Craze Delays Adulthood

📋 Key Facts ✓ Gen Z is driving a nostalgia-fueled plush toy craze. ✓ The trend links to delaying adulthood. ✓ E...

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I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma — I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.

Barbara Brown, 83, teaches chair yoga classes at nursing homes. Laura Thompson for BI This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Barbara Brown, 83, who works as a yoga instructor in Richmon...

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RTO 5 days a week or quit? How one Paramount manager made his decision.

Ron Telemarque Ron Telemarque Ron Telemarque had 11 days to decide: accept severance or return to the office full time. He shared how he decided whether to stay at Paramount — and whether he reg...

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Starmer Lacks Coherent Social Mobility Plan, Top Adviser Says

📋 Key Facts ✓ Prime Minister Starmer lacks a coherent social mobility plan according to a top government adviser. ✓ The chair of the So...

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The risks of 'ghost vacationing' over the holidays

Beachgoers enjoys the warm weather Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Marta Lavandier/Associated Press Ghost vacationing — where you secretly take time off work — can b...

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When I was diagnosed with low sperm count, I felt guilty and embarrassed. I want to break the taboo.

Brian Mazza, Chloe Melas, and their sons at Sony's "Karate Kid: Legends" world premiere in New York City in May 2025. Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images Businessman, influencer, and...

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My grandmother wrote me a letter before my wedding. Her marriage advice insulted me at first, but now I get it.

Victor Dyomin/Getty Images I married my husband, Scott, back in April of 2025. My grandmother wrote a letter with controversial advice before the big day. She warned me that married life isn't all &#3...

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The US military is weird about hands in pockets, and the rules are all over the place

The internet can't decide: Is the post-interview thank-you card dead?

Thousands of older Americans plan to unretire in 2026. A permanent retirement may be harder to achieve.

A top VC predicts a robotics breakthrough and white-collar revolts over AI

Americans are living in a 'career industrial complex.' Venture capitalist Bill Gurley explains how to break out and find your dream job.

I am a mom and a longtime writing teacher. My kids' slang shows me how fast language is changing.

Gen Z-ers are taking to Pinterest to find their aesthetic and figure out interview fits, an exec for the platform says

My wife loves to talk nonstop, but I love silence and alone time. We came to an agreement that saved our marriage.

As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest &mdash; and the most humbling.

We're raising our kids to speak three languages, and it's not as hard as people think.

Seeing Japan's older workers made me wonder how the US could better prepare for an aging economy

I spent a year interviewing America's oldest workers. Here are their 5 tips for staying healthy and active.

Duolingo gives staff 2 weeks off over the holidays &mdash; and the CEO says it pays off

Gen Z's Nostalgia Plush Toy Craze Delays Adulthood

I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma &mdash; I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.

RTO 5 days a week or quit? How one Paramount manager made his decision.

Starmer Lacks Coherent Social Mobility Plan, Top Adviser Says

The risks of 'ghost vacationing' over the holidays

When I was diagnosed with low sperm count, I felt guilty and embarrassed. I want to break the taboo.

My grandmother wrote me a letter before my wedding. Her marriage advice insulted me at first, but now I get it.

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The US military is weird about hands in pockets, and the rules are all over the place

The internet can't decide: Is the post-interview thank-you card dead?

Thousands of older Americans plan to unretire in 2026. A permanent retirement may be harder to achieve.

A top VC predicts a robotics breakthrough and white-collar revolts over AI

Americans are living in a 'career industrial complex.' Venture capitalist Bill Gurley explains how to break out and find your dream job.

I am a mom and a longtime writing teacher. My kids' slang shows me how fast language is changing.

Gen Z-ers are taking to Pinterest to find their aesthetic and figure out interview fits, an exec for the platform says

My wife loves to talk nonstop, but I love silence and alone time. We came to an agreement that saved our marriage.

As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest &mdash; and the most humbling.

We're raising our kids to speak three languages, and it's not as hard as people think.

Seeing Japan's older workers made me wonder how the US could better prepare for an aging economy

I spent a year interviewing America's oldest workers. Here are their 5 tips for staying healthy and active.

Duolingo gives staff 2 weeks off over the holidays &mdash; and the CEO says it pays off

Gen Z's Nostalgia Plush Toy Craze Delays Adulthood

I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma &mdash; I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.

RTO 5 days a week or quit? How one Paramount manager made his decision.

Starmer Lacks Coherent Social Mobility Plan, Top Adviser Says

The risks of 'ghost vacationing' over the holidays

When I was diagnosed with low sperm count, I felt guilty and embarrassed. I want to break the taboo.

My grandmother wrote me a letter before my wedding. Her marriage advice insulted me at first, but now I get it.

As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest — and the most humbling.

Duolingo gives staff 2 weeks off over the holidays — and the CEO says it pays off

I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma — I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.

As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest — and the most humbling.

Duolingo gives staff 2 weeks off over the holidays — and the CEO says it pays off

I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma — I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.