The author's grandmother is 98 years old.Courtesy of Stephanie MorkAfter watching my 98-year-old grandmother live life to the fullest, I now see aging as a gift.She has lived through several challenges, yet she has always managed to keep a smile on her face.I believe her humility and positive outlook on life are what have kept …
Sonia Holland and Erin O'Brien grew up together in South Africa, and moved to China to teach English in 2024.Sons and Eri.Sonia Holland and Erin O'Brien are childhood friends who grew up in South Africa.They dreamed of traveling the world together, so they became English teachers abroad.They now live in China and say they wouldn't …
Selena Gomez attends the 2026 Golden Globes.Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesThe 83rd annual Golden Globes took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Sunday.Celebrities walked the red carpet in bold gowns and colorful suits.Selena Gomez and Colman Domingo wore some of the best looks of the night.The 2026 Golden Globes are officially upon us.On Sunday, …
Nespresso opened a nearly 14,000 square-foot flagship in Manhattan.Alice TecotzkyI visited Nespresso's nearly 14,000 square-foot NYC store, which offers free coffee and a speakeasy.Between choosing a favorite scent and engraving a cup, the brand seemed to focus on personalization.Despite the impulse to buy, it could function as a free third space — but I likely won't …
Collectible cups, keychains, and tote bags are the new normal at fast food restaurants.Ploy Phutpheng/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesCollectable cups, keychains, and tote bags are the latest fad at fast food restaurants.Many chains are expanding their retail offerings and seeking viral moments with limited merch drops.Analysts told Business Insider the trend plays on consumers' FOMO …
Logo of McKinsey and Company is seen at VivaTech fair in ParisReutersMcKinsey & Company used AI to analyze its most successful hires over the last 20 years.It found that applicants who had recovered from setbacks were more likely to become partners later.McKinsey hires less than 1% of applicants, and receives 1 million applications a year.Landing …
The author chose to spend the holidays alone and really enjoyed it.Courtesy of the authorI chose to spend the holidays alone while my husband and kids visited family.Being alone at home gave me rest, quiet, and perspective I didn't know I needed.Intentional solitude helped me reset mentally and return to my family refreshed.When people asked …
The author's family lives almost 2,000 miles from his mother, but his daughters stay close with her through regular FaceTime calls and reading together through the Readeo app.Courtesy of Brendan KnappMy kids live across the country from their only living grandmother.We've found ways to make the distance feel smaller.They have video calls, regularly set times …
Getty ImagesThis post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.Let's get togetherIn my social circles, I'm the "plan maker and curator." I regularly throw parties, find the best trivia spots in town, and snag reservations at the newest restaurants before seeing who wants to join.January makes …
Courtesy of the authorI joined a mom group seeking support, but I found judgment instead.My parenting style, combined with having five kids, made me an outsider.Leaving the group helped me redefine what community really is.I should have sensed the judgment the minute I arrived at the first playdate with four kids in tow and another …
