A personal finance TikToker claims unlimited PTO is the 'biggest scam.' Career experts say she has a point.
Unlimited vacation time has been a perk companies have offered to attract talent for a few years, but it has its drawbacks.
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I tried a Formula 1 experience. The race simulator is fun — but it's pricey and over too soon.
I tried the F1 Arcade in London. The food and simulators are good, but die-hard fans will probably be cynical.
The 'Gen Z Boss and a mini' trend is taking off on TikTok. A lawyer says it's a lesson in how not to use social media.
A light-hearted video was hijacked by Andrew Tate and subjected to misogyny. An employment lawyer says companies should take note.
Indian PM Modi steals limelight at lavish Ambani wedding as route to the ceremony lined with posters
Some of the A-list names invited to the Ambani wedding include Kim Kardashian, Mike Tyson, and John Cena.
Heavy rain could put a dampener on the lavish Ambani wedding, with flight delays and flooded roads in Mumbai
Over half the flights arriving in Mumbai on Friday are delayed, and Air India is warning travelers to leave extra time.
Asia's wedding of the year is seriously annoying locals in Mumbai
The Ambani's are hosting a 3-day lavish wedding in Mumbai this weekend, which has resulted in road closures around the wedding venue.
Behind the scenes of billionaire Indian weddings: Hired 'shadows,' phone bans, and a circus master to lead the chaos
High-end Indian wedding planners said the Ambani wedding, which could cost around $60 million, is already setting trends.
MrBeast is prepping us for his presidential run in 2036
YouTube star MrBeast's offhand suggestion that he should run for president shows how much young people are dissatisfied with their current leaders.
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You can now pay $95 to peer out over the UK's most famous royal balcony — but you still can't stand on it
Buckingham Palace has begun offering tours of a never-before-opened part of the building — though you still can't stand on its famous royal balcony.
This $150,000 dog is the new status symbol
Svalinn dogs are trained to be top-of-the-line protection animals for the well-heeled. The cost this new status symbol? $150,000.
Gen Zers don't know how to flirt. Experts say it could make dating better.
Gen Zers have ditched traditional flirting methods, and experts say it could have a positive impact on the dating landscape.
It's official: McDonald's should stick to unhealthy food
The fast food chain's experiment with salads and meatless burgers was a dumb move.
Justin Bieber performed at an Ambani pre-wedding party for family and friends. Here's a look at the exclusive guest list.
Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani, youngest son of Asia's richest man, will marry on July 12. Their lavish celebrations have made global headlines.
The 2 social media apps Gen Z and millennials can agree on
Gen Z uses Snapchat and TikTok more than millennials, who use Facebook more, but they seem to agree on two other platforms, Emarketer data shows.
Parenting influencers in Illinois must now pay their children if they feature in videos. Experts say it's about time.
A new Illinois law went into effect on July 1, meaning parent influencers have to set aside 15% of earnings for their kids.
A box labeled 'broken porcelain' stored for decades in an attic turned out to be Chinese antiques worth $200,000
A box of broken crockery found in an English attic turned out to be centuries-old Chinese porcelain that sold at auction for more than $200,000.
'Hawk Tuah Girl' has our attention. Next, she would like our money.
Haliey Welch went viral for her R-rated "hawk tuah!" Now she wants to cash in on all those "likes." But can she be more than a meme?
MrBeast has his critics, but creator marketing experts explain why he'll always come out on top
MrBeast, YouTube's biggest creator, is constantly dodging criticism. But creator economy experts believe he'll always win.
America's favorite summer pastime is dying
Pools across the country have been closed for years. Lifeguards are becoming an endangered species.
Biden needs the TikTok generation. His awful debate won't help.
A study found that 39% of top TikToks about the debate were negative about just Biden, compared to 9.5% negative solely about Trump.
The long, strange decline of one of America's most influential brands
Chicken Soup for the Soul was almost as big as the Bible. Then it lost its way.
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Elon Musk came up with a perfect audiobook list for anyone who thinks about Rome on a daily basis
Elon Musk is fascinated by warfare and civilization, but the 11 titles he suggests may not make relaxing listening by the pool or beach this summer.
I wondered why Americans pay so much for dumb stuff. So I asked a $200-an-hour psychic.
To set their prices as high as possible, psychics rely on good old supply and demand — plus a few extra marketing tricks, both mystical and mundane.
Why doesn't Facebook just ban AI slop like Shrimp Jesus?
Engagement-bait AI images like Shrimp Jesus are all over Facebook. Why won't Mark Zuckerberg's team just ban them?
How Glossier's perfume saved it from the millennial dustbin
When Glossier's "You" perfume went viral on TikTok, the beauty company reacted very smartly. It's a fascinating resurrection of a brand.
I'm delighted by this car dealership's parody of 'The Office'
A three-person team at an upstate New York Chevy dealer went viral with their parody of "The Office." I loved it, but will it sell cars? I asked.
YouTuber Marques Brownlee breaks down how he makes money — and his response to critics of his negative reviews
YouTuber Marques Brownlee said he doesn't pay attention to how companies feel about his reviews or how they affect the bottom line.
The biggest scandal in gaming right now, explained
Dr Disrepsect, a top game streamer on YouTube, admitted to messaging a minor in 2017.
A day in the life of someone who lives in Montreal — the 'Paris of North America'
I live in Montreal, a Canadian city with a distinctly European feel. Some people even call it the Paris of North America. Here's what a day is like.
Taylor Swift brought a tuxedo-clad Travis Kelce to the stage during London Eras Tour show
Taylor Swift on Sunday during a show in London surprised fans by bringing her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, to the stage.
Art experts and millionaires head to a Swiss town once a year for its annual Art Basel festival. Here's what it's like to visit as a first-timer.
Business Insider's author joined members of the wealthy art community to explore the annual Art Basel festival held in Switzerland.
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It takes a full year to bring one of Art Basel's most popular exhibits to life. Here's how it all comes together.
Giovanni Carmine has spent the past year nailing down every detail of Art Basel's Unlimited exhibition, which features 70 large-scale artworks.
Millennials and Gen Zers are 'quiet quitting' friendships, and it could backfire
Millennials and Gen Zers are embracing "quiet quitting" to end friendships gradually. But experts say it could be a mistake.
Armie Hammer called the sexual abuse allegations against him 'career death.' Here's a timeline of the actor's controversial fall from grace.
Hammer revealed he's now sober after an extended stint in rehab in a recent interview with the "Painful Lessons" podcast.
Surgeon general: Social media should come with a warning label like cigarettes
In an op-ed for The New York Times, Dr. Vivek Murthy said social media was contributing to an "emergency" mental-health crisis for young people.
Some couples think receiving pricey wedding gifts is payback for putting on a ceremony. Others say it's tacky and entitled.
Some couples believe it's part of the deal that their wedding guests should cough up a certain amount for their gifts, but others aren't so sure.
Can the stars predict the stock market? Gen Z thinks so.
Young stock traders are relying on astrology, tarot cards, and lunar cycles to guide their moves.
The professors filmed themselves having sex with porn stars. Their university was not pleased.
Joe Gow and Carmen Wilson pursued porn as a hobby. Now they're fighting a battle over academic freedom.
Martin Shkreli accused of making copies of his one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album before he sold it for $4.75 million
"Pharma bro" Martin Shkreli is accused in a lawsuit of making and sharing copies of a one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album he then sold for $4.75 million.
Gen Zers are starting to tease Gen Alpha tweens, saying they have a 'blue light stare'
Zoomers on social media are mocking the younger generation, saying they have a "blue light stare" from growing up with too many screens.
What you should do if a fellow passenger on a plane insists you switch seats, according to travel experts
There's a heated discussion on social media about when and when not to switch seats with fellow passengers on a plane. Here's what experts say.
Gen Alpha tweens are fueling sales in skincare. It isn't just because they are worried about wrinkles.
Gen Alpha tweens are only 14 and under, but they are already obsessed with expensive skincare they don't need.
No more bus tours for China's rich millennials — they're seeing the world on their own
Younger Chinese consumers are looking for more immersive, meaningful travel experiences that let them escape the hustle culture at home.
YouTuber faces federal charge over a video of women shooting fireworks from a helicopter at a moving Lamborghini
A 24-year-old YouTuber is accused of directing a social media stunt involving two women shooting fireworks from a helicopter at a Lamborghini.
Baby naming is big business, with consultants charging up to $10,000 to find the perfect name
Baby naming consultants who rifle through lists and come up with the right fit for families are turning their curiosity into lucrative careers.
A beloved 1,000-foot waterfall in China is actually fed by water pipes, officials admit
A Chinese waterfall appears to be at least partly fed by pipes, drone footage revealed. Officials said the site benefited from a "small enhancement."
Elon Musk's X has embraced porn. Now what?
X has revamped its adult content policy in support of "sexual expression." But its safety measures aren't nearly robust enough, experts said.
The tattoo industry is facing a reckoning, with customers fed up with bad artists, overpricing, and sexism
There's a discussion on social media about problems in the tattoo industry, with customers becoming far more selective.
The best LGBTQ+ movies to watch this Pride Month on Netflix
Watch these 10 LGBTQ+ movies on Netflix to stay informed and entertained while understanding the community's history and significance.
MrBeast becomes YouTube's most subscribed channel
Jimmy Donaldson, aka MrBeast, posted on X that his channel had reached over 266 million subscribers, passing the popular Indian channel T-Series.