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The perks of being a fair-weather football fan

Icon Sportswire/ Getty ImagesThis post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Rooting responsiblyBeing the ultimate sports fan doesn't come with a warning label, but maybe it should. Cheering on your favorite team can cause severe mood swings, violent outbursts, and even, at times, tightness in your …

Details you missed in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony

The opening ceremony at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan.Matthias Hangst/Getty ImagesThe 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially began with the opening ceremony on Friday.The performances highlighted Italy's legacy of music, fashion, arts, and culture.Team USA's opening ceremony outfits, designed by Ralph Lauren, featured patriotic touches.Athletes and spectators filled Milan's San Siro Stadium to kick …

Taylor Swift’s latest business move is another attempt to hack the charts — and it’ll probably work

Taylor Swift in a press photo for "Opalite."TAS Rights ManagementTaylor Swift released the music video for her latest single, "Opalite," on Friday.The video premiered on Spotify and Apple Music. It's being temporarily withheld from YouTube.The move is likely due to YouTube views no longer being counted toward Billboard charts.Taylor Swift is the biggest-selling artist in …

I traveled for a year and hiked in every European country I visited. There are 4 trails I’d revisit, and 3 I wouldn’t.

captionTK Fairy GlenSierra NewellI spent a year hiking in 11 countries, visiting some of the world's most beautiful natural regions.My favorite trails, including the Lago di Sorapis in Italy, had stunning views and less traffic.Although I enjoyed every hike, there were some trails that I wouldn't revisit because of the crowds.Exploring the mountains is my …

Inside the overnight scramble to prep an NFL stadium

Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta has hosted everything from Super Bowl weekend to concerts by Beyoncé and Taylor Swift. It's also set to host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On its busiest weekends, the stadium holds major events on back-to-back days. When that happens, more than 1,000 employees work through the night to flip …