Amtrak has reported a record number of riders on its trains as well as record revenue.Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesAmtrak saw record ridership and revenue in 2025, driven by new investments and rising demand.Many train travelers find it an easier and more pleasant experience than driving or flying.Amtrak has also been investing in newer, faster trains, especially …
A rendering of Walmart's new corporate campus in Bentonville, Arkansas.WalmartWalmart is investing big bucks in its tech workforce as it looks to beef up its e-commerce business.A software engineer can earn a base salary of as much as $286,000, according to company filings.Data shows how much the retail giant pays for roles in software development …
A view of Gustavia harbor in St. Barthelemy, French Antilles.Studio Borlenghi/ALeA/Getty ImagesSt. Barts, also known as St. Barthelemy, is a Caribbean island where billionaires often vacation.The destination offers stunning beaches, luxury shopping, historic sites, and more.A yacht belonging to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was spotted there at the start of 2026.Where is Amazon founder Jeff …
Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated as the mayor of New York on Thursday. His wife, Rama Duwaji, joined him onstage at City Hall.Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesIn his inauguration speech, Mayor Zohran Mamdani reiterated his campaign promises.Mamdani reaffirmed his democratic socialist principles and focus on affordability for all.He pledged to fulfill promises of universal childcare, a rent freeze, …
Getty Images; Rebecca Zisser/BIWe gathered the best productivity habits from top executives featured in our Power Hours series.High achievers protect their mornings, eat protein-rich meals, and optimize their daily walks.Many prioritize exercise and movement in their day, citing the mental health benefits. Since the launch of Power Hours — which takes readers inside the daily …
The author and her children have enjoyed the slower pace of living in a small town≥Courtesy of Kathy LarsonMoving from a big city to a small town brought both challenges and unexpected joys for my familySmall-town life offers more space, a lower cost of living, and a close-knit community feel.Entertainment options differ, but there are …
China rolled out its nuclear-capable missiles on Wednesday, including the DF-5C ICBM.Photo by Sheng Jiapeng/China News Service/VCG via Getty ImagesChina's new intercontinental ballistic missile, the DF-27, has been fielded, the Pentagon reports.The weapon, which has a confirmed conventional role, can range much of the Pacific and the US.The long-range DF-27 is said to be an …
"Sorry, Baby."A24While this wasn't a huge year at the box office, it was a great year in terms of quality.Just because something didn't break records doesn't mean it's not worth your time.We should pay less attention to what the box office tells us.Every December, cinephiles ask: Was this a good year for movies? By the …
Many leaders I spoke with took non-traditional paths to their current jobs.gradyreese/Getty Images/iStockphotoI spoke to around 80 executives in 2025, over 30 of whom worked at Fortune 500 companies.Many top leaders, like the CEOs of Booking Holdings and Brooks Running, had non-traditional starts.Execs I spoke with often demonstrated discipline in their routines and a history …
Tesla is battling to avoid a second consecutive annual sales decline.ODD ANDERSEN/AFP via Getty ImagesTesla published analyst estimates ahead of releasing critical sales figures this week.It was a surprise move for Elon Musk's EV maker, with one former investor calling it "highly unusual."The forecasts suggest Tesla is set to record a sales decline and miss …
