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LIFESTYLE Apr 7, 2020, 1:35 PM

A man poured wine into his neighbor's glass from the floor above as they cheered on healthcare workers from their windows

Phillip Kirkland had met Nicole Hudson just minutes before offering to pour wine into her glass. A couple walking by captured it all on video.
DESIGN Mar 31, 2020, 1:22 PM

13 of the most satisfying kitchen gadgets to use

These are 13 of the most useful and visually satisfying kitchen gadgets to use, including an egg separator, a fish skinner, a banana slicer, and more.
LIFESTYLE Apr 7, 2020, 8:17 AM

9 ways you can virtually celebrate Easter and Passover with your loved ones

This year, video conferencing can help bring observers of the holidays together for Easter egg hunts or Passover seders while self-isolating.
FOOD Apr 7, 2020, 10:35 AM

Disney shared an 8-ingredient recipe to help you make its famous churros at home

To make the churros at home, you'll need tools like a saucepan, piping bag, slotted spoon, and a stove top.
STYLE Mar 27, 2020, 8:52 AM

15 ways to make your wardrobe more sustainable

From plant-based clothing to upcycled bags, here are 15 innovative ways brands are incorporating sustainability into wardrobes and everyday items.
HOME Apr 6, 2020, 2:34 PM

'Queer Eye' star Bobby Berk renovated the house his parents have lived in for over 30 years, and the transformation is stunning

Bobby Berk renovated his childhood home, and the open-concept space he created allows his parents to spend more time together.
LIFESTYLE 12 minutes ago

Airbnb has launched Online Experiences so you can meditate with Japanese Buddhist monks and make pasta with Italian nonnas all from home

As well as connecting people, the platform ensures Airbnb hosts retain some income despite not being able to conduct their classes in person.
CULTURE 12 hours ago

This TikTok shows a smarter way to make dalgona coffee while minimizing dishes

If you don't have a hand mixer, try this method from TikTok of whisking your dalgona coffee in the cup, resulting in fewer dishes.
FOOD 13 hours ago

I tried iced black coffee from 4 coffee chains, and there's only one I'd like to buy again

I tasted iced black coffee from Starbucks, Gloria Jean's, Tim Hortons, and Dunkin', and was surprised that the best one also had the most ice.
STYLE 13 hours ago

Lilly Pulitzer used its excess fabric to create 27,500 mask covers for healthcare workers

Lilly Pulitzer's employees and factory teams volunteered their time to make each one from fabric covered in the brand's iconic prints.
CULTURE 13 hours ago

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman took the controversial 'mugshot challenge' trend to another level on TikTok

One of the mugshots Dennis Rodman put on TikTok was from when he got arrested after fighting with Carmen Electra in Miami Beach in 1999.
CULTURE 14 hours ago

The cast of 'Full House' reunited to remake the series' theme song for a quarantine-themed TikTok challenge

In the "Full Quarantine" video, the cast recreates the original theme song, with each actor doing a quarantine-related activity.
TRAVEL 15 hours ago

A London tour guide is adapting to lockdown by taking her Instagram followers on virtual trips to the city's best hidden spots

Nonessential travel has come to a halt, so the travel industry is learning to adapt. One London tour guide is now using Instagram to do her job.
LIFESTYLE 15 hours ago

17 photos of coronavirus-themed street art from around the world that show we are all in this together

Street artists in New Orleans, Madrid, Berlin, and Hong Kong are incorporating images of toilet paper and face masks into their work.
BEAUTY 15 hours ago

From gray strands to dark roots, celebrities are letting their natural hair shine while social distancing

Stars like Ariana Grande, Kylie Jenner, and Kevin Hart have all shared glimpses of what their natural hair looks like.
HEALTH 15 hours ago

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore are staying in the same house with their children 20 years after their high-profile divorce

Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, who split in 2000, posted a sweet photo wearing matching pajamas while isolating with their daughters.
CULTURE 15 hours ago

'Friday' singer Rebecca Black comes out as queer: 'Some days I feel a little more on the gay side'

On the podcast "Dating Straight," Rebecca Black came out as queer, stating that she had recently gone through a breakup.
LIFESTYLE 16 hours ago

Flight attendants gave a woman flying to see her dying mom a free upgrade to first class after she was the only passenger on the plane

Sheryl Pardo had to fly to Boston to say goodbye to her mother. On the way, she formed an instant connection with flight attendants Jessica and Dion.
CELEBRITY 16 hours ago

Channing Tatum and Jessie J have reportedly split after dating on and off for almost 2 years. Here's a timeline of their relationship.

After dating for around two years, the "Magic Mike" star and the English singer-songwriter have reportedly called it quits for the second time.
CULTURE 17 hours ago

The 'choose your quarantine house' social media game is letting people choose their isolation dream team, from Beyoncé to Logan Paul

The game has been a small respite from the monotony of life in quarantine and isolation, allowing users to choose their fantasy roommates.
HEALTH 17 hours ago

I'm a mom who contracted the coronavirus in the epicenter of the US outbreak. Here's what I wish I had done differently to prepare.

Lauren Rowello, a New Jersey resident, got bronchitis and pneumonia due to COVID-19. The mother of 2 wants to prevent others from making her mistakes.
HEALTH 17 hours ago

Why am I always tired? The main causes of sleepiness and fatigue

If you always feel tired, it may be due to poor sleep quality, lack of exercise, an unhealthy diet, or an underlying health condition.
CULTURE 17 hours ago

Drake gave a tour of his Toronto mansion and reactions have ranged from 'disgustingly gaudy' to 'speechless'

Drake showed his Toronto mansion for Architectural Digest, and the internet quickly reacted to the lavish decor and complex design of the home.
STYLE 17 hours ago

29 fashion brands giving back in response to the coronavirus pandemic

Brands like SKIMS and Everlane are donating to charities such as Baby2Baby and Feeding America amid the coronavirus pandemic.
LIFESTYLE 17 hours ago

13 addictive app games you can play with your friends

App games you can play on your phone help you pass the time and connect you with friends from a distance.
FOOD 17 hours ago

52 condiments everyone should have on hand

There are lots of condiments out there, but these tried-and-true sweet, savory, and spicy sauces should be in everyone's pantries and fridges.
HEALTH 18 hours ago

Loneliness may weaken the immune system — here's how to feel less lonely during social isolation

Feeling lonely can lead to chronic stress and inflammation, and potentially weaken your immune system. Here's what you need to know.
STYLE 18 hours ago

An Instagram influencer created 12 stunning looks out of a single blanket

Conor McKenzie used a blanket his mom bought him for Christmas to create 12 different outfits that are all fit for the red carpet.
CULTURE 18 hours ago

An Instagram influencer was stranded on the Fyre Festival island as it locked down. She escaped to LA by hitching a private plane ride.

Kinsey Wolanski planned an 8-day trip to the Bahamas that turned into weeks stranded on Exuma, the same isle that hosted the failed Fyre Festival.
LIFESTYLE 18 hours ago

Healthcare workers are taping photos of themselves to their protective gear to help put COVID-19 patients at ease

Healthcare workers have found a clever way to help COVID-19 patients feel less isolated, wearing photos of themselves so patients can see their faces.
LIFESTYLE 18 hours ago

16 things every oldest sibling knows to be true

If you're the oldest in your family, you've probably experienced more than one of these things at least a few times.
TRAVEL 19 hours ago

8 photos show the world's landmarks lit up in blue in support of healthcare workers

Global sites from Walt Disney World's Cinderella Castle to the London Eye have turned blue to pay tribute to the healthcare industry.
HEALTH 19 hours ago

Students from Harvard and MIT are offering free tutoring to children who are now learning from home

GoPeer, a tutoring company, has seen a spike in demand for its services and is offering free lessons with students from the US' top universities.
LIFESTYLE 19 hours ago

Only 700 of Titanic's 2,200 passengers survived. Photos show how they made it to safety before being greeted by thousands of people in New York.

The RMS Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, after it hit an iceberg. A nearby ship, the RMS Carpathia came to its survivors' rescue.
LIFESTYLE 19 hours ago

9 beauty treatments you can do at home without touching your face

You can still maintain your beauty and self-care regime while following expert advice.
TRAVEL 19 hours ago

Disney has a new website filled with free activities that both children and adults can enjoy

On the Magic Moments website, fans can learn how to draw characters, take virtual tours of Disney theme parks, and watch celebrities read stories.
CULTURE 19 hours ago

JK Rowling posted a tribute to the late Severus Snape actor Alan Rickman, and his brother replied

JK Rowling tweeted a tribute to Alan Rickman, the beloved actor who played Severus Snape in 'Harry Potter.'
HEALTH 19 hours ago

JK Rowling shared a video of a doctor's breathing techniques to help with coronavirus symptoms. Experts say it's good advice.

A video being widely shared on social media is accurate and useful, experts say. Deep breathing and lying facedown could help COVID-19 patients.
LIFESTYLE 19 hours ago

One of the richest men in the world died on the Titanic. Here's a look at the life of John Jacob Astor IV.

John Jacob Astor IV, the wealthiest man on the Titanic, had a net worth somewhere between $90 and $150 million when he boarded the fateful ship.
FOOD 20 hours ago

I made banana bread using 4 different celebrity recipes, and the best one was the easiest to make

I followed instructions from Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian, Joanna Gaines, and Chrissy Teigen to see which star could help me make the best dish.
LIFESTYLE 23 hours ago

5 royal couples who could fill Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's roles after 'Megxit'

"Megxit" means there could be opportunity for current working royals — or even non-working royals — to step up.
LIFESTYLE 24 hours ago

These 7 photos show brides before and after getting their wedding day hair done

There's more to it than meets the eye with wedding hair — even the relaxed and "messy" looks take more effort than you'd think.
HEALTH Apr 7, 2020, 4:07 PM

How do vaccines work? The scientific process behind how vaccines are made

Vaccines can work in about four different ways. Here's what you need to know about how they're made and how long it takes to develop.
HEALTH Apr 7, 2020, 3:28 PM

What is a vaccine? Why vaccines are important and how long they last

A vaccine is a part of a virus that is used to build immunity and prevent the spread of disease. Here's five of the most important vaccines ever.
HEALTH Apr 7, 2020, 2:12 PM

Halle Berry defended her son from critics who shamed him for wearing high heels, urging fans to 'have some compassion'

Actress Halle Berry said she and her son, Maceo, were just having fun when they shared the video on Instagram.

Buzzy TV-measurement firm VideoAmp cuts staff and revenue projections due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis

CEO Ross McCray said VideoAmp reduced its expected revenue this year to 30% to 50% year-over-year growth.

REGTECH REVISITED: How the regtech landscape is evolving to address FIs' ever growing compliance needs

A new 2018 report from Business Insider Intelligence provides a brief overview of the current global financial regulatory compliance landscape and the regtech industry's position within it.

SCIENCE 5 hours ago

The coronavirus outbreak in New York mainly originated from travelers from Europe, new studies show

  • The coronavirus outbreak in New York mainly originated from travelers from Europe, not Asia, according to new studies.
  • Researchers also found the coronavirus was circulating in the city as early as mid-February — weeks before a European travel ban was imposed by President Donald Trump on March 11.
  • "People were just oblivious," Dr. Adriana Heguy, a member of the research team from New York University, told The New York Times.

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SCIENCE 12 hours ago

Countries in Asia are facing new waves of coronavirus infections after lockdowns lift. The same could happen in the rest of the world.

Lift lockdown, get a new wave of cases, shut down again: "What happened in Wuhan could happen repeatedly to a city," one epidemiologist said.
NEWS 15 hours ago

A New York nurse laments his coronavirus patient's last words before intubation: 'Who's going to pay for it?'

"I've never seen what I've been seeing lately with the speed, intensity, and spread of the virus itself," Derrick Smith said.
SCIENCE 8 hours ago

Anthony Fauci's vision for battling a second wave of coronavirus in the fall: Be prepared like we should have been in January

"We should never be in a position of getting hit like this and have to scramble to response again," Fauci said.
RETAIL 12 hours ago

Tyler Perry surprised seniors and at-risk shoppers by buying all their groceries at 44 different stores across Atlanta — take a look

The actor surprised shoppers in metro Atlanta by paying for their groceries in full. Here's a look at the surprise.

Navy secretary's flight out to an aircraft carrier to bash its fired captain cost taxpayers $243,000

That trip didn't just cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. It also ultimately cost the acting Navy chief his job.

A triathlete who believes he contracted COVID-19 in early March warns others that a strenuous bike ride he went on after he started feeling better almost landed him in the hospital

David Tucker, who is 58, said he had symptoms after his trip including a cough, fever, and exhaustion. Now he wishes he had waited longer to work out.
RETAIL 17 hours ago

Amazon and Walmart are facing shortages and delays of essentials like toilet paper and cleaning supplies, but you might find them on one of these alternative websites

Essentials may seem sold out everywhere during the pandemic, but you just have to know where to buy them. Here's where to look.
RETAIL 8 hours ago

Amazon employees walk off the job after company informs them of COVID-19 case

Workers started "freaking out" after hearing one of their colleagues had been infected with the coronavirus, an employee told Business Insider.

FINANCE

BI Prime FINANCE 16 hours ago

Buy now, pay later startups are 'having a moment' — here's why retailers like Walmart and Target are betting on installment payments to keep consumers spending

We spoke to execs at Affirm, AfterPay, Klarna, Sezzle, and Splitit about the rise in merchants offering installment plans at checkout.
MARKETS 5 minutes ago

Saudi Arabia plowed $1 billion into Shell and other European oil producers

The kingdom's $300 billion state fund capitalized on the coronavirus sell-off and oil crash to build stakes in four oil companies.
FINANCE 5 hours ago

BLOCKCHAIN IN BANKING: An inside look at four banks' early blockchain successes and failures

This report explores early blockchain successes and failures at four major banks, and lessons for the rest of the financial services industry.
FINANCE 8 hours ago

THE PAYMENTS FORECAST BOOK 2019: 22 forecasts of the global payments industry's most impactful trends — and what's driving them

Business Insider Intelligence forecasts growth in the major sectors of the payments ecosystem worldwide, with a particular look at the US market.
FINANCE 10 hours ago

REGTECH REVISITED: How the regtech landscape is evolving to address FIs' ever growing compliance needs

A new 2018 report from Business Insider Intelligence provides a brief overview of the current global financial regulatory compliance landscape and the regtech industry's position within it.
FINANCE 11 hours ago

Coronavirus is clobbering the real estate industry. From a frenzy of flex-office layoffs to iBuyers pressing pause, here's everything you need to know.

Flex-office and hospitality startups are cutting jobs, while some industry giants are predicting the coronavirus will create a new era of remote work.
BI Prime TECH 11 hours ago

Silicon Valley startups may get to tap into the $350 billion coronavirus small-business loan program after all, thanks to late rule changes by regulators

The Small Business Administration hasn't explicitly said startups can apply for the loans under the aid program, but it loosened some of its rules.
SCIENCE 11 hours ago

The woman who alleged her NASA astronaut ex-wife broke into her bank account from space has been charged with making false statements

If the woman's allegations were true, it would have marked the first time a crime was committed in space.
FINANCE 12 hours ago

These are the winning strategies for AI in banking

Download this FREE report to read Business Insider Intelligence's analysis of effective strategies to capture AI's potential in banking.
FINANCE 12 hours ago

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Business Insider now has a suite of weekly newsletters designed to get the top stories of the week in key industries directly to you, our readers.

TECH

TECH 3 hours ago

10 things in tech you need to know today

Google's Stadia gaming service is now free to anyone who signs up with a Gmail address.
TECH 6 hours ago

THE CONNECTIVITY B2B ECOSYSTEM: How 5G and next-gen networks are transforming the role telecoms play in enterprise partnerships

Business Insider Intelligence unpacks the enterprise telecommunications ecosystem at the cusp of the 5G era.
SCIENCE 9 hours ago

'NOT NOW': US's leading experts on coronavirus shoot down conspiracy theories about inflated death rates

"You will always have conspiracy theories when you have a very challenging public-health crisis," Dr. Fauci said. "They are nothing but distractions."
ENTERPRISE 9 hours ago

Hackers have hit every country on Earth with coronavirus-themed cyberattacks

Microsoft mapped cyberattacks related to COVID-19 and found that hackers have hit 241 countries and territories with phishing and other scams.

Buzzy TV-measurement firm VideoAmp cuts staff and revenue projections due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis

CEO Ross McCray said VideoAmp reduced its expected revenue this year to 30% to 50% year-over-year growth.
BI Prime TECH 10 hours ago

Alphabet's drone service has completed more than 1,000 deliveries during the past two weeks of the coronavirus crisis. One top product: toilet paper

Wing, Alphabet's drone company, is seeing a surge in use due to COVID-19, as more people order essential items to be flown to them.
TECH 10 hours ago

AI IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS: Why carriers could lose out if they don't adopt AI fast — and where they can make the biggest gains

Business Insider Intelligence focuses on the use of AI to enhance the customer experience, which can directly impact revenue for telecom providers.
TECH 11 hours ago

Electricity use in the US has plummeted more over the past 3 weeks than it did during the entire 2008 recession — and economists say that's a more timely picture of this downturn's true impact

The coronavirus crisis has caused the economy to plunge, and traditional metrics like unemployment can't accurately show how bad the future will be.
BI Prime ENTERPRISE 12 hours ago

Box CEO Aaron Levie says the coronavirus is changing businesses in 'completely unparalleled' ways. Here's how he thinks his own employees will work differently even after the crisis ends.

CEO Aaron Levie says the coronavirus crisis will lead to massive technology changes and shifts in how businesses work, including for Box.
ENTERPRISE 12 hours ago

Zoom is making its security features easier to access, as it moves to improve the privacy of its app and stop all the 'Zoombombing'

It's part of Zoom's effort to improve security after facing massive criticism, as it saw a huge wave of new users amid the coronavirus pandemic.
TECH 12 hours ago

The latest Apple Watch Series 5 is $50 off right now — starting from $349

The Apple Watch Series 5 would make a great upgrade for Apple Watch fans with the Series 1 or Series 2. Here's a $50 deal from Best Buy.

RETAIL

RETAIL 3 hours ago

THE IN-STORE CHECKOUT REVOLUTION: How payments companies can take advantage of a $21 billion opportunity

Business Insider Intelligence forecasts the expansion of autonomous checkout stores and their payments volume over the next five years.
NEWS 4 hours ago

Passover foods are being sold for for 5 times the retail price as online sellers try to profit off of coronavirus shortages

Price-gouging has become more common during the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected 1.4 million people and killed over 88,500 globally.
TRANSPORTATION 13 hours ago

'Nothing else to do ... might as well build a car': Data shows bored Americans are flooding auto-parts stores amid coronavirus lockdowns

"You can only watch Tiger King so many times," said one hobbyist. That's why he's fixing up an old Volkswagen.
RETAIL 14 hours ago

THE OMNICHANNEL FULFILLMENT REPORT: Why the death of brick-and-mortar has been greatly exaggerated

Business Insider Intelligence examines the current trajectory of BOPIS and BORIS and provides strategies retailers can use to implement them.
RETAIL 14 hours ago

Gap canceled its orders for the next 2 seasons, and experts say it could be the start of a downward spiral for mall brands

Retail experts said to expect mall brands to follow Gap's lead in nixing orders and scaling down business as the coronavirus wages on.
RETAIL 14 hours ago

'This is absolutely shameful': Workers are forced to clean up discarded used gloves and masks as shoppers litter in shopping carts and parking lots across America

"The parking lots are littered with gloves constantly, every day," said an employee of a California Safeway store. "It's maddening."
RETAIL 15 hours ago

Wawa sent a 53-foot refrigerated truck to store bodies of people who died of COVID-19 in New Jersey, as morgues and funeral homes struggle to keep up with the rising death toll

Wawa provided a 53-foot refrigerated truck to the state of New Jersey to store the bodies of people who have died of COVID-19.

Meet the youngest billionaires in the world

This year's youngest billionaires, ranked by Forbes, include makeup mogul Kylie Jenner and Norwegian salmon farming heir Gustav Magnar Witzoe.
TECH 18 hours ago

The largest iPhone maker in China has reopened, and it's taking extreme lengths to stop the spread of coronavirus, like barring workers from facing each other in the cafeteria

Foxconn's cautious return to full production shows the challenges that companies across the globe will face in the wake of coronavirus.

Chanel's factories are making face masks, LVMH is producing sanitizer, and Bulgari is funding coronavirus research. Here's how the luxury retail world is aiding the fight against the global pandemic.

Luxury retail sales have been devastated by the virus, but that hasn't stopped some of the industry's biggest names from donating money and supplies.

STRATEGY

STRATEGY 18 hours ago

9 ways to turn your desk into the ideal workspace

Here's a simple guide to setting up your workspace for optimal health and productivity, according to an ergonomics expert.
STRATEGY 18 hours ago

Here's how to fill out the 2020 Census if you've temporarily moved because of the coronavirus and have no idea what you should list as your home

Americans should self-respond to the Census with where they usually live and who they usually live with as of April 1.
STRATEGY 19 hours ago

Coronavirus basic income: 13 countries around the world experimenting with direct payments to offset COVID financial fallout

South Korea, Malaysia, Australia, the United Kingdom: Governments are getting innovative to keep workers employed or paid during the crisis.
STRATEGY 19 hours ago

4 easy ways to meditate at home during an anxious time like the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Buddhist teacher with over 16 years of experience teaching mindfulness

Social distancing and quarantining can come with its fair share of anxiety and restlessness. Here are a few expert tips to recalibrate your mind.
STRATEGY 12 hours ago

MAKING BIG MONEY: The ultimate guides to breaking into careers with 6-figure salaries

Whether you want to go freelance or land a high-paying, full-time job, experts share how to break into various careers with six-digit incomes.
BI Prime STRATEGY 12 hours ago

Take a look at the pitch deck that a data-security startup used to raise $15 million despite the coronavirus wreaking havoc on VC funding

"Regardless of the impact of coronavirus on the economy ... this is a part of the market that isn't going away," Okera CEO Nick Halsey said.
STRATEGY 12 hours ago

LEADING FROM HOME: Every guide a manager needs to lead their remote team to success

COVID-19 has upended the working world. Business leaders can adopt these new policies to keep employees happy, healthy, and productive while remote.
STRATEGY 13 hours ago

Prison sentences could turn into death sentences amid the coronavirus pandemic, experts say. Mass releases could be the best strategy to save thousands of lives.

Conditions in some US prisons allow for the spread of the coronavirus. Cook County Jail has the most confirmed cases of the coronavirus in a US jail.
STRATEGY 15 hours ago

I'm a working mom in NYC whose family is functioning better than ever during the quarantine — here's how I've partnered with my husband to share the load

"Between the two of us, the laundry gets folded. The dishes get done. We're bonding as a family," writes Melissa Petro.
BI Prime STRATEGY 15 hours ago

15 fast-growing, high-paying jobs where you only need an associate's degree

Many of the fastest-growing jobs in the US don't require an increasingly expensive four-year degree.
BI Prime STRATEGY 20 hours ago

Read the presentation a coding-bootcamp pioneer that's 10% remote uses to train managers on building a productive distributed workforce

General Assembly's webinar outlines how managers can develop and maintain a positive remote company culture.

REVIEWS

REVIEWS Mar 17, 2020, 2:05 PM

Yale's most popular class ever is available free online — and the topic is how to be happier in your daily life

Yale University is offering its most popular course for free on Coursera. I signed up for it — here's what "The Science of Well-Being" is like.
REVIEWS Mar 30, 2020, 2:23 PM

Everlane's first-ever sitewide sale is live right now and everything is 25% off

Everlane is having its first-ever sitewide sale. We've put together a list of our favorite sweaters, jeans and more that are worth stocking up on.
REVIEWS Mar 31, 2020, 1:29 PM

The best free virtual workouts you can do at home

You don't need access to a fitness studio or spendy monthly streaming services to stay fit. Here are the best free virtual at-home workouts services.
HEALTH Mar 31, 2020, 9:15 AM

The best pharmacy delivery services

Many prescription delivery services ship medications right to your door, making it easy to refill prescriptions without commuting to a pharmacy.
BEAUTY Mar 30, 2020, 10:46 AM

33 self-care essentials Insider employees are turning to for comfort and relaxation right now

Here are the creature comforts we swear by for staying relaxed, from adult coloring books to sheet masks and weighted blankets.
REVIEWS Mar 11, 2020, 2:21 PM

The best mattresses

After testing and researching dozens of mattresses, we've it narrowed down to the six best. These are the best mattresses you can buy in 2020.
REVIEWS Mar 31, 2020, 9:28 AM

Founded by MIT grads, Maelove's under-$30 skincare products are better than any luxury brands I've tried

I try a lot of skincare products as a beauty expert on Insider Reviews, and Maelove remains one of my favorite brands. Here's why.
REVIEWS Mar 24, 2020, 9:16 AM

A running list of brands giving back during the coronavirus pandemic

Thinking of shopping online? Why not support one of the brands giving back to those most affected by COVID-19. Here's our running list.
ENTERTAINMENT Mar 23, 2020, 11:14 AM

Disney Plus: Everything you need to know about Disney's ad-free streaming service

Disney Plus is an on-demand, ad-free streaming service for Disney fans. Here's everything you need to know, from price to shows and movies included.
REVIEWS Feb 11, 2020, 2:45 PM

The best espresso machines

An espresso machine is a must-have for any coffee aficionado. We've conducted tests and research to find the best espresso machines you can buy.
REVIEWS 12 hours ago

I've bought the same pair of Soludos espadrilles 5 times — they're normally $99, but they're on final sale for $40 now

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BUSINESS INSIDER INTELLIGENCE

The latest mobile trends to know in 2020 including 5G technologies, privacy regulations, mobile & video advertising

People now spend more time on their phones than TVs - and businesses are taking notice. See the latest mobile trends covering technologies, regulations, advertising and what brands need to know.
SCIENCE 6 hours ago

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TRANSPORTATION 9 hours ago

BIG TECH IN TRANSPORTATION: Strategies legacy players can deploy to limit the threat to their market position

This report examines the moves that Alphabet, Apple, and Amazon are making to gain a larger foothold in the transportation industry.
SCIENCE 13 hours ago

THE DIGITAL THERAPEUTICS EXPLAINER: How digital treatments could be a $9 billion opportunity by 2025

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SCIENCE 19 hours ago

Express Scripts is offering SilverCloud Health's line of mental healthcare tools for free

Express Scripts is offering digital therapeutics provider SilverCloud Health's line of mental healthcare tools to members free of charge.
MEDIA 19 hours ago

How Roku and the CTV space could be impacted by the coronavirus

Roku and other CTV device makers will benefit from the pandemic in both the near and long term due to increased interest in streaming services.
TECH 19 hours ago

Self-driving startups Beep and Navya explore driverless transport for coronavirus lab specimens

Self-driving services Beep and Navya are using driverless shuttles to transport coronavirus tests around the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.

PODCAST INDUSTRY REPORT: Podcasting will be a $1 billion industry by 2021 — here's how Spotify, Apple, and others are innovating to make it happen and where brands fit in

This is an in depth look at the podcast industry, focusing specifically on key drivers of its recent boom and the audiences pushing it to new heights.
MEDIA 22 hours ago

The Brand Investment in Esports Report

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TECH 24 hours ago

THE GLOBAL 5G LANDSCAPE: An inside look at how the US, China, South Korea, India, Brazil, and Mexico are initiating the next phase of 5G development

In a new 2020 report, Business Insider Intelligence looks at the Global 5G Landscape across the United States, South Korea, China, India, Mexico, and Brazil.
FINANCE Apr 7, 2020, 11:04 PM

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AUTOMATION: The multitrillion-dollar accounts payable market is finally digitizing — here's how payments providers can grab a piece of it

This report breaks down analog and digital processes at all three stages of an accounts payable transaction, evaluating barriers toward digitization.

The latest mobile trends to know in 2020 including 5G technologies, privacy regulations, mobile & video advertising

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TECH 30 minutes ago

The US Senate reportedly advised members to stop using Zoom

The advice came after Zoom admitted to "mistakenly" routing calls through servers based in China.
RETAIL 1 hour ago

Hundreds of thousands of retail workers are being furloughed or permanently laid off during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's who has been affected.

As retailers extend store closures and see brick-and-mortar sales come to a grinding halt, company executives are looking to cut costs elsewhere.
SCIENCE 1 hour ago

Boris Johnson is 'doing reasonably well' after a 3rd night in intensive care. Here's what we know about the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK

The UK has confirmed 7,097 deaths and 60,733 coronavirus cases as Britain suffers its worst day of the COVID-19 pandemic.
TECH 3 hours ago

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RETAIL 3 hours ago

THE IN-STORE CHECKOUT REVOLUTION: How payments companies can take advantage of a $21 billion opportunity

Business Insider Intelligence forecasts the expansion of autonomous checkout stores and their payments volume over the next five years.
NEWS 4 hours ago

Passover foods are being sold for for 5 times the retail price as online sellers try to profit off of coronavirus shortages

Price-gouging has become more common during the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected 1.4 million people and killed over 88,500 globally.
SCIENCE 4 hours ago

LIVE UPDATES: New York outbreak mainly originated from travelers from Europe, new studies show

Here's the latest news about the coronavirus pandemic outbreak around the world and COVID-19, the disease it causes.
NEWS 4 hours ago

The federal government is reportedly quietly seizing medical supplies from hospitals across the country

A FEMA representative said "high-transmission areas were prioritized, and allocations were based on population, not on quantities requested."
FINANCE 4 hours ago

BLOCKCHAIN IN BANKING: An inside look at four banks' early blockchain successes and failures

This report explores early blockchain successes and failures at four major banks, and lessons for the rest of the financial services industry.
BI Prime MARKETS 12 hours ago

A Wall Street wealth chief breaks down why the coronavirus bear market may be unique in history — and pinpoints the areas where traders should be buying right now

Within a few months, we may know if a fast market recovery from the pandemic is still possible — or if stocks will need a decade to heal.
TRANSPORTATION 14 hours ago

Truck drivers are quietly ruling America's highways as shelter-in-place orders force millions to stay home

Truck drivers are sincerely hoping you'll keep working from home after the coronavirus pandemic is over, because their commutes are better than ever.
TECH 14 hours ago

The 10 most important details we already know about the PlayStation 5, Sony's next-generation video game console set to arrive this year

The PlayStation 5 isn't scheduled to arrive until this holiday, but we already know some of its most important features right now.
TECH 13 hours ago

Charter is offering 60 days of free Spectrum internet for K-12 students — but it's blocking families with unpaid bills from the deal

As classes move online, teachers worry that only some of their students are getting access to new material.
SCIENCE 15 hours ago

New York City will bury bodies on a remote island if they're unclaimed after 6 days because coronavirus deaths are overwhelming morgues

The city typically waits 30 days before interring bodies in mass graves on Hart Island, but the coronavirus' death toll is overwhelming the system.
POLITICS 4 hours ago

The coronavirus pandemic should be the start, not the end, of criminal justice reform, a California lawmaker says

Sydney Kamlager, a state representative in California, says the crisis shows we can detain fewer people while maintaining public safety.
SCIENCE 5 hours ago

THE DIGITAL HEALTH COMPETITIVE EDGE REPORT: How the big four US insurers rank on digital feature awareness — and what it means for customer satisfaction

BI Intelligence ranks Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare on awareness of their digital features among US Tech Early Adopters.
NEWS 6 hours ago

Experts say aggressive lockdown measures have slowed the 'first wave' of the coronavirus, but they shouldn't be lifted until a vaccine is found

According to a new study led by researchers at Hong Kong University, there is still a "substantial risk" of a "second wave" of infections.
TECH 6 hours ago

THE CONNECTIVITY B2B ECOSYSTEM: How 5G and next-gen networks are transforming the role telecoms play in enterprise partnerships

Business Insider Intelligence unpacks the enterprise telecommunications ecosystem at the cusp of the 5G era.
SCIENCE 7 hours ago

A super-spreader believed to be at the center of Chicago's coronavirus outbreak shows the importance of social distancing

A case study traced the cases from one infected individual after they attended a funeral and birthday party, infecting 16 people and killing three.
FINANCE 7 hours ago

THE PAYMENTS FORECAST BOOK 2019: 22 forecasts of the global payments industry's most impactful trends — and what's driving them

Business Insider Intelligence forecasts growth in the major sectors of the payments ecosystem worldwide, with a particular look at the US market.
TRANSPORTATION 8 hours ago

Australian authorities seized the Ruby Princess' black box after a coronavirus outbreak was linked to the cruise ship

Police in Australia are also questioning the 1,040 crew members still onboard the Ruby Princess in the Port of Kembla.
NEWS 8 hours ago

A reporter asked Trump if he'd pardon Joe Exotic from 'Tiger King' and Trump said he'd look into it

"Are you on his side? Are you recommending a pardon?" President Donald Trump asked reporters during a press conference.
POLITICS 8 hours ago

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis is optimistic his state may be able to get back to work at the end of April despite experts' warnings about a coronavirus resurgence

Polis argued that if his constituents abide by his stay home order, some might be able to go back to work next month, while taking some precautions.
TRANSPORTATION 8 hours ago

BIG TECH IN TRANSPORTATION: Strategies legacy players can deploy to limit the threat to their market position

This report examines the moves that Alphabet, Apple, and Amazon are making to gain a larger foothold in the transportation industry.
STRATEGY 18 hours ago

9 ways to turn your desk into the ideal workspace

Here's a simple guide to setting up your workspace for optimal health and productivity, according to an ergonomics expert.
TRANSPORTATION 13 hours ago

I've driven all kinds of weird, oddball vehicles — here's a rundown of my favorites, including a Ferrari, a snowplow, and an electric trike.

Since 2014, I've been fortunate to sample lots and lots of cars, trucks, and SUVs — but also some rather offbeat rides, as well.
RETAIL 14 hours ago

Gap canceled its orders for the next 2 seasons, and experts say it could be the start of a downward spiral for mall brands

Retail experts said to expect mall brands to follow Gap's lead in nixing orders and scaling down business as the coronavirus wages on.
TECH 16 hours ago

Netflix now allows you to lock your profile. Here's how to add a pin number to prevent people from accessing your shows and movies.

Netflix rolled out a new privacy feature that allows you to lock your own profile, to prevent others from messing up your preferences.
POLITICS 16 hours ago

Bernie Sanders influenced US politics more than any other failed presidential candidate in the country's history

Sanders' push for universal health care and tuition-free college, among other policies, has set the tone for the future of the Democratic party.
SCIENCE 9 hours ago

'NOT NOW': US's leading experts on coronavirus shoot down conspiracy theories about inflated death rates

"You will always have conspiracy theories when you have a very challenging public-health crisis," Dr. Fauci said. "They are nothing but distractions."
NEWS 9 hours ago

Nearly 60% of the passengers on an Antarctic cruise ship have tested positive for the coronavirus

Six people who tested positive needed additional medical attention and were transported to a facility in Montevideo, Uruguay, according to CNN.
ENTERPRISE 9 hours ago

Hackers have hit every country on Earth with coronavirus-themed cyberattacks

Microsoft mapped cyberattacks related to COVID-19 and found that hackers have hit 241 countries and territories with phishing and other scams.
SCIENCE 9 hours ago

Singapore's coronavirus response, marked by digital surveillance and quarantines in hospitals, was initially successful. But it's reaching a tipping point.

Singapore closed its borders early, used careful contact tracing, and made strict penalties for noncompliance. But it's facing a second wave of cases.

Buzzy TV-measurement firm VideoAmp cuts staff and revenue projections due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis

CEO Ross McCray said VideoAmp reduced its expected revenue this year to 30% to 50% year-over-year growth.
FINANCE 9 hours ago

REGTECH REVISITED: How the regtech landscape is evolving to address FIs' ever growing compliance needs

A new 2018 report from Business Insider Intelligence provides a brief overview of the current global financial regulatory compliance landscape and the regtech industry's position within it.
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