Maskot/Getty ImagesThis post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.The future of softwareSoftware stocks had a brutal week, aside from a Friday rally, extending what has been a rough year for the industry. I touched base with our tech columnist, Ali Barr, the best I know …
Mesha Griffith went viral with her decluttering challenge.Courtesy of Mesha GriffithMesha Griffith is a children's book author based in Ohio.She considers herself a minimalist and has challenged herself over the years to ditch the clutter.She posted her yearly challenge online in December 2025.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Mesha Griffith, the author …
The Washington Post's chief executive, Will Lewis, announced his departure on Saturday.Heather Diehl/Getty ImagesThe Washington Post's chief executive, Will Lewis, announced his departure on Saturday.Jeff D'Onofrio will serve as the interim CEO and publisher, effective February 7.Lewis' departure comes days after sweeping layoffs at the legacy publication.Will Lewis, the CEO and publisher of The Washington …
Alexandra Mousavizadeh said banks are all racing to make sure engineers are up to speed on AI.EvidentAlexandra Mousavizadeh, CEO of Evident AI, said banks should focus on their "competitive edge."The measure of success has shifted from use cases to scale, as banks work toward a new "north star."Mousavizadeh said banks need to combine bottom-up and …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
Mark Cuban pushed back on Elon Musk's viral take, saying that money eases stress but won't make unhappy people happy.Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesElon Musk's viral post reignited the debate over whether wealth actually buys happiness.Mark Cuban says money amplifies who you are, easing financial stress without fixing misery.Studies show happiness rises with income but fades for …
"Melania."Amazon MGM StudiosThe Military Religious Freedom Foundation says members of the U.S. military felt "pressured" to see "Melania."The MRFF says it received such reports from service members at eight bases.In an email seen by BI, an active-duty member said their unit commander advised them to see the movie.It was the story of the weekend: "Melania," …
