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What smart people are saying about Meta's settlement

Some analysts applauded Meta for executing a shrewd business move that may force its competitors to impose similar restrictions....

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Tennis star Taylor Fritz says playing video games helps keep his brain 'working well' on the court

"It's like playing chess with pieces that are almost moving without your control," Taylor Fritz said....

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Canada could use 2 key exports as leverage against Trump. One premier says that's a bad idea.

Canadian leaders are looking for leverage over the US, from F-35 purchases and coal shipments to cutting off electricity exports....

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The cow comes home: China’s Internet celebrates Z.ai claiming ownership of Ox Alpha

Chinese fans rejoiced at Z.ai claiming ownership of Ox Aloha, lauding the startup's new model and its use of domestic AI chips....

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Nvidia has been in talks to acquire Hugging Face for more than $13 billion

Nvidia has held talks to acquire Hugging Face for more than $13 billion as the chip giant expands its AI dealmaking....

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Tempe turns off its Flock license plate reader system, citing privacy concerns and risk for 'misuse'

The Arizona city ended its relationship with Flock, saying that the "risk of misuse is too great" and that the cameras will be taken down....

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Meta's historic $18 billion settlement may mean little for the plight of teens

The historic settlement may change the future of social media. It may mean little for the teens at the heart of the lawsuit....

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The US Army is betting on nuclear microreactors to keep its bases powered even if the grid goes dark

Five companies will build nuclear microreactors at five bases, with plans to expand the program to additional installations in the future....

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New York wants to win back Canadian tourists with over 100 travel deals amid Trump's trade war: 'Our message is one of love'

Over 100 New York hotels and attractions are offering discounts to Canadian tourists as Trump's proposed tariffs have stoked tensions....

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Dolly Parton loved to cook. Here are her best tricks for fluffier eggs, better cornbread, and more.

Dolly Parton shared many cooking tips with Business Insider over the years. Here are some of our favorites, including her easy trick for fluffy eggs....

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I went to Dollywood for the first time last summer, and I'm still thinking about it. I can't wait to go back.

Dollywood taught me all about Dolly Parton's iconic life and career. Since her passing, I'm longing to return to the Tennessee amusement park....

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Dolly Parton’s letter to Eminem shows how to make a connection that lasts

Dolly Parton's letter to Eminem shows how a thoughtful message with no ask can create a lasting connection....

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Hyundai CEO says your local car dealership could sell you a humanoid robot

Hyundai's robotics company, Boston Dynamics, could sell humanoid and dog-like bots at car dealerships, the CEO said....

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Stanley Druckenmiller's AI writing has split Wall Street down the middle

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller has divided the finance world by revealing he used AI to help write his viral op-ed this week....

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I got the chance to speak to Dolly Parton, and she was full of great life lessons. These are my favorites.

Dolly Parton died on Tuesday at the age of 80. I had the chance to interview the country music icon, and she shared many great life lessons....

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Meta agrees to settle teen addiction lawsuit for up to $18 billion, sets time limits for teens

States brought the suit against the social media giant in 2023. Meta agreed to make changes to its platforms as part of the agreement....

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Sam Altman's longevity startup is upping the dose in an Alzheimer's drug trial after a lackluster first round

The Sam Altman-backed longevity biotech company is upping the dose of its experimental Alzheimer's drug in clinical trials....

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Amazon is shutting down a go-to option for gig workers. It's the latest casualty of AI growth.

Amazon is shutting down its Mechanical Turk platform by September 30, impacting gig workers as AI increasingly handles simple tasks....

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The best thing to do if you left a Wall Street internship without a return offer

Wall Street interns hope to end the summer with a job. Those who don't still have options....

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Dolly Parton and her husband Carl Dean were married nearly 59 years but rarely seen together. Here's a timeline of their relationship.

Dolly Parton's husband of nearly six decades, Carl Dean, supported Parton's country music career from behind the scenes....

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This startup sold Wall Street on AI. Its existential challenge is doing it again.

Hebbia has relaunched its core product, Matrix, to help bankers and investors dig through piles of documents and create client-ready decks and memos....

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I lived with my best friend's family in high school after my parents moved out of state

My parents moved to another state, but let me stay behind to live with my best friend and her family so I could finish high school where I wanted to....

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Every woman who has won the Miss USA pageant since it began in 1952

A new Miss USA will be crowned in Miami, Florida, on August 27. Here's a look back at every Miss USA titleholder since the pageant began in 1952....

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United Airlines is going for global dominance. These are the 10 new international routes it just announced.

United Airlines announced 10 new international routes, eight of which aren't served by other US airlines, and five operated by the Airbus A321XLR....

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Every new Disney trip shows me a different version of my sons. I still enjoy it, but grieve how quickly childhood went.

Our family trips to Disney parks have changed. My sons are now teenagers, and they enjoy it for different reasons. It highlights the passing of time....

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Sam Altman's love of watches is getting memed 'Lord of the Rings' style

Sam Altman found out this week that one does not simply commission seven ultra-rare OpenAI watches without attracting a few "Lord of the Rings" jokes....

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Get better at work today: The simple habit that will help you build a powerful network

The best networkers don't ask for favors; they build genuine connections. Here's how to do just that....

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A couple who quit their 9-to-5s and built a 7-figure net worth say their first step to financial independence had nothing to do with money

For one couple, the first step toward financial independence wasn't investing or cutting expenses. It was creating a shared vision for their life....

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Tesla is raising Cybertruck prices by $5,000 as it settles into a luxury niche

Tesla raised the price of the base model Cybertruck by $5,000. An analyst tells BI it's settling into the luxury segment....

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Rich New Yorkers trying to dodge the new tax on second homes slam into a harsh reality

New York City's wealthiest homeowners are asking lawyers and tax advisors how to avoid Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax. They're not finding many loopholes....

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'Shark Tank' star Daniel Lubetzky shares 3 steps to turn a wild idea into a viable business

Kind Snacks founder and "Shark Tank" star Daniel Lubetzky says the best business ideas often begin by sounding ridiculous....

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Dolly Parton had a hotel, museum, and Broadway musical set to launch in the months ahead

In an interview days before her death, Dolly Parton said she was also working on a new line of dog treats....

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A Canadian premier has 2 ideas about where to hit Trump where it hurts: US fighter jets and coal

British Columbia Premier David Eby wants Canada to target US fighter jets and coal as it looks beyond tariffs in its trade war with Trump....

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Canadian politicians say Trump can rename that lake whatever he likes, but it'll 'always be Lake Ontario'

Canada's leaders heard Trump's threat to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, and they don't really care....

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Deloitte to pay $21.5 million to settle Trump administration's DEI investigation

Deloitte agreed to a $21.5 million settlement to end the Justice Department's investigation into its DEI practices....

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Adam Mosseri said Instagram struggled for years to get teens to use 'Take a Break'

The head of Instagram testified during a high-stakes trial that the company spent years trying to persuade teens to use its well-being feature....

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Dolly Parton, legendary country music superstar, dead at 80

Dolly Parton, the beloved country singer, has died at age 80, her nephew confirmed....

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10 essential Dolly Parton songs

Dolly Parton wrote hits and topped country charts across her decadeslong career. Her best songs include "9 to 5," "Jolene," and more....

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A complete timeline of Dolly Parton's inspiring life and career

Before Dolly Parton was a country megastar, she grew up in a poor family in rural Tennessee....

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Target’s offensive Halloween costume is a stumble at a key moment

The controversy over an offensive Halloween costume at Target risks reigniting public anger at the company's shifting stance on diversity....

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A British Army commander testing war robots says they aren't always the right tool for the job

Uncrewed ground vehicles, or UGVs, can present logistics, power, navigation, and control challenges for soldiers, he said....

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19 things you probably didn't know about music legend Dolly Parton

Here are interesting facts about music legend Dolly Parton, her relationships, upbringing, routines, career, and songwriting that you might not know....

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The 35 wildest state costumes from the 2026 Miss USA pageant

The Miss USA 2026 pageant kicked off on Monday with the costume contest, where contestants wore colorful outfits that paid tribute to their states....

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I've traveled over 4,500 miles on Amtrak trains. My rides have been great and filled with surprises.

After spending many hours on Amtrak trains, I've learned some great tips for train travel. Plus, I've learned some surprising things along the way....

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My retired husband wanted me to join his adventures. Saying no was the best thing for our marriage.

I spent years prioritizing my husband's career. Now that he's retired, I'm finally making room for mine....

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I visited Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop. From the coffee shop to the bathroom, it was a whole Dolly Parton universe.

On my road trip, I visited Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop, complete with a Dolly Parton-themed coffee shop and barbecue joint. Here's why I'd go back....

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