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Iranian regime's 'iron fist': Internet blackout as protests swell to hundreds of thousands

Protests in Iran began days before the new year and have spread nationwide to more than 170 locations in 25 provinces. With increasing discontent over the faltering economy and protesters now chanting...

2dFrance 24PoliticsImpact

Iran's rial reaches new low amid protests and economic crisis

Protests around Iran over its economy have continued on January 6, with demonstrators holding a sit-in at Tehran's Grand Bazaar, later dispersed by security forces. It all comes down to a currency in ...

4dFrance 24economicsImpact

Your guide to gig work, whether it's your side hustle or main source of income

Delivering food or driving passengers for Uber isn't the only type of gig work anymore. PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW/REUTERS Gig work has never been more widespread — and more challenging. Over the pas...

Dec 25Business InsidereconomicsImpact

Proportion of overweight, obese Hongkongers up more than 5% since 2018: study

The proportion of overweight and obese people in Hong Kong increased by more than five per cent over the last seven years, making up nearly half the population, a study has found, as doctors warned ag...

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In South Korea, vouchers to curb county’s falling population draw new residents

A novel approach by South Korea to stop its rural areas from dying by paying people to live there appears to be working. Okcheon in North Chungcheong province saw its population grow by almost 1,000 i...

Dec 26South China Morning Postworld_newsImpact

Iran executions hit 35-year high with 1,500 killed in 2025, rights group says

Iran executed at least 1,500 people last year, the Norway-based Iran Human Rights group said on Thursday, in what it called an “unprecedented” hike in the use of capital punishment. “It is very alarmi...

Jan 1South China Morning Postworld_newsImpact

'Forgotten' French farmers seek justice as they mobilise for fair trade, ecology and local produce

President Emmanuel Macron says France will vote against the European Union's trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur, after farmers rolled into Paris on tractors in a show of anger against the pa...

2dFrance 24PoliticsImpact

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...

Dec 30Business InsiderHealthImpact

I run alcohol-free nightlife events in NYC. Most of my guests aren't sober — they just don't want to drink.

Sam Bail, hosts nightlife events in New York — without alcohol Courtesy of Sam Bail Sam Bail founded Bright Nights Social to host alcohol-free nightlife events in New York City. She hosts cookin...

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My daughters attended Harvard, Yale, and Stanford; they then became the CEOs of YouTube and 23andMe. Letting them fail helped them grow into leaders.

Anne Wojcicki and Susan Wojcicki Andrew Harnik/ Getty Images; Eric Gaillard/ Reuters Esther Wojcicki taught her three daughters that it was OK to fail and try again. She said emphasizing independence ...

Jan 3Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

My parents are paying for my younger sister's college, but I had to take out loans. It's unfair and makes me angry.

The offers and details on this page may have updated or changed since the time of publication. See our article on Business Insider for current information. Jacobs Stock Photography Ltd/Getty Images Fo...

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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...

Jan 1Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

I'm the oldest of 8 kids, including 5 foster siblings. There are pros and cons to my big family.

The author (not pictured) is the oldest of her eight siblings. Florin Prunoiu/Getty Images/Image Source I'm the oldest of eight, including five foster siblings, and our house was always a busy place. ...

Dec 28Business InsidersocietyImpact

My kids are growing up 400 miles from their cousins. It's shown me that family can be whatever you want it to be.

The author's kids (not pictured) don't live near their cousins. Sam Edwards/Getty Images When my family moved in 2017, we moved away from my kids' only cousins. Their childhood looks different from mi...

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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 ...

Dec 28Business InsidereconomicsImpact

Gen Z is 'Zebra Striping' their way out of hangovers

Gen Z is redefining drinking culture to skip hangovers entirely, prioritizing non-alcoholic options and THC drinks over a traditional boozy night out. Annette Riedl/picture alliance via Getty Images G...

Jan 1Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

Reality still matters

The first video I saw of the Minneapolis shooting was bad enough. Shortly after I saw it, I had the terrible realization that there were multiple people in the clip holding their phones up - another a...

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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...

Dec 25Business InsidereconomicsImpact

Helen Mirren, 80, has a blunt message for tech bros chasing eternal youth

Helen Mirren. Christopher Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images Helen Mirren, 80, says she is skeptical about the modern obsession with being young forever. The actor says tech bros who are trying to hac...

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I quit my job at 35 after my husband died. It's been 6 years, and finding a new job has been harder than expected.

Alex Delaney sits at the memorial bench for her late husband. Courtesy of Alex Delaney Alex Delaney describes her career and life changes after her husband's sudden death. She faced challenges returni...

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Iranian regime's 'iron fist': Internet blackout as protests swell to hundreds of thousands

Iran's rial reaches new low amid protests and economic crisis

Your guide to gig work, whether it's your side hustle or main source of income

Proportion of overweight, obese Hongkongers up more than 5% since 2018: study

In South Korea, vouchers to curb county’s falling population draw new residents

Iran executions hit 35-year high with 1,500 killed in 2025, rights group says

'Forgotten' French farmers seek justice as they mobilise for fair trade, ecology and local produce

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

I run alcohol-free nightlife events in NYC. Most of my guests aren't sober &mdash; they just don't want to drink.

My daughters attended Harvard, Yale, and Stanford; they then became the CEOs of YouTube and 23andMe. Letting them fail helped them grow into leaders.

My parents are paying for my younger sister's college, but I had to take out loans. It's unfair and makes me angry.

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

I'm the oldest of 8 kids, including 5 foster siblings. There are pros and cons to my big family.

My kids are growing up 400 miles from their cousins. It's shown me that family can be whatever you want it to be.

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

Gen Z is 'Zebra Striping' their way out of hangovers

Reality still matters

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

Helen Mirren, 80, has a blunt message for tech bros chasing eternal youth

I quit my job at 35 after my husband died. It's been 6 years, and finding a new job has been harder than expected.

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Iranian regime's 'iron fist': Internet blackout as protests swell to hundreds of thousands

Iran's rial reaches new low amid protests and economic crisis

Your guide to gig work, whether it's your side hustle or main source of income

Proportion of overweight, obese Hongkongers up more than 5% since 2018: study

In South Korea, vouchers to curb county’s falling population draw new residents

Iran executions hit 35-year high with 1,500 killed in 2025, rights group says

'Forgotten' French farmers seek justice as they mobilise for fair trade, ecology and local produce

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

I run alcohol-free nightlife events in NYC. Most of my guests aren't sober &mdash; they just don't want to drink.

My daughters attended Harvard, Yale, and Stanford; they then became the CEOs of YouTube and 23andMe. Letting them fail helped them grow into leaders.

My parents are paying for my younger sister's college, but I had to take out loans. It's unfair and makes me angry.

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

I'm the oldest of 8 kids, including 5 foster siblings. There are pros and cons to my big family.

My kids are growing up 400 miles from their cousins. It's shown me that family can be whatever you want it to be.

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

Gen Z is 'Zebra Striping' their way out of hangovers

Reality still matters

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

Helen Mirren, 80, has a blunt message for tech bros chasing eternal youth

I quit my job at 35 after my husband died. It's been 6 years, and finding a new job has been harder than expected.

I run alcohol-free nightlife events in NYC. Most of my guests aren't sober — they just don't want to drink.

I run alcohol-free nightlife events in NYC. Most of my guests aren't sober — they just don't want to drink.