I was a 'cart girl' on a golf course for 2 years. These are the 3 biggest mistakes I saw customers make.
I was a "cart girl" selling food and beverages to golfers while they played. The job had perks, but some common customer mistakes made it worse.
The human life span may have finally plateaued. Here's what you can do to optimize your chances for a long life — and what researchers are working on next.
A new study suggests only a small percentage of adults will live to 100, barring a breakthrough. Here's what you can do about it.
I've been riding trains across the US and UK for 26 years. I wish I'd known a few things before my first trip.
I love traveling by train, and I've been lucky enough to try routes all across the US and UK. I've learned some great tips that I wish I knew before.
Issa Rae's success playbook: authenticity, outsourcing, and watching out for this red flag
Hallways are disappearing from America's homes
Today's homes are smaller and more expensive. Many builders are eliminating hallways and putting the square footage in more-used parts of houses.
5 tasteful fall decorations to add to your home, and 3 tacky ones to skip, according to an interior designer
Interior designer Ashley Childers recommends home decor pieces in natural materials and colors for timeless fall home decor.
Heather Graham's best career decision? Hiring herself.
After breaking through in "Austin Powers," Heather Graham found consistent but not necessarily fulfilling work. Now, she's hiring herself.
Our luxurious vacation cost 1 million credit-card points and $12,000. We spent 14 days in Europe and never flew less than business class.
I used almost a million credit-card points to take my family of four on a two-week trip across Europe. We flew first class and stayed at nice hotels.
My mom moved in with me for the first 30 days of my baby's life. She feeds me homemade food and ensures I can rest.
Hillary Wichlin's mom moved in with her to take care of the 31-year-old after she gave birth. Her mom prepares nourishing food and holds the baby.
George Clooney denied he and Brad Pitt were each paid $35 million for 'Wolfs.' Here's why they had to return some of their pay.
I've spent 50 years in one of the 'best places to live.' I love it, but that doesn't mean moving here is a good idea.
Brands are so scared of culture wars and controversy that it's ripping apart the media business
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Blue-9 Balance Harness review: A professional dog trainer recommends this harness to keep pups from pulling on walks
The Blue-9 Balance Harness stops leash pulling with its effective design. A professional dog trainer explains why it's her favorite no-pull harness.
The 9 best outdoor cat houses to keep felines warm all winter long
The best outdoor cat houses for winter include heated, multi-cat, and DIY cat shelters. Our top picks protect cats from snow, rain, and wind.
The best dog food of 2024, reviewed with nutrition advice from vets
We recommend the best dog food from top brands. Our nutritious picks include wet and dry food for puppies, seniors, sensitive stomachs, and allergies.
The 11 best cat foods in 2024, with nutrition advice from vets
We chose the best cat foods for kittens, indoor cats, sensitive stomachs, and more. Our nutritious dry, wet, and fresh picks are from top brands.
The 5 best flea and tick treatments for cats of 2024, with advice from vets
The best flea and tick treatments for cats and kittens kill and prevent parasites. Our top picks are effective oral and topical flea medicines.
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The 5 best probiotics for dogs to improve digestion and gut health
The best probiotics for dogs support digestive health and can relieve diarrhea and itchy skin. Our top picks include powder and flavored chews.
The 12 best cat litter boxes in 2024, tested and reviewed
The best cat litter boxes control odors and are easy to clean. Our top picks are high-sided, hooded, and automatic boxes for large and multiple cats.
The 5 best no-pull dog harnesses of 2024, tested by dogs and their humans
The best no-pull dog harnesses stop leash pulling on walks. Our top tested picks include padded front-clip harnesses for large and small dogs.
The 6 best flea and tick treatments for dogs in 2024
The best flea and tick treatments for dogs control and prevent parasites. Our top picks include topicals, pills, flea collars, and shampoos.
The 7 best dog beds of 2024, tested by dogs and their humans
We chose the best dog beds for dogs of every size. Our top picks include waterproof and machine-washable bolster, cave, orthopedic, and outdoor beds.
I stayed in a 250-square-foot tiny home for the first time. Here are 10 things that surprised me the most about it.
BI's reporter used to think tiny living was just for minimalists, but the home was covered in unique decorative pieces without looking cluttered.
A millennial couple bought a $175,000 schoolhouse sight unseen. They love it now, but aren't sure they'd do it again.
Three years ago, a couple with two kids bought a 110-year-old school they'd only seen on FaceTime. After a grueling renovation, they finally moved in.
A day in the life of Jeff Bezos, the second richest person in the world
Amazon founder and ex-CEO Jeff Bezos is among the world's richest people. The billionaire's daily routine includes journaling and 'puttering around.'
I found out my 3-year-old daughter would have active shooter drills. I pulled her out of in-person learning because of it.
When my daughter was 3 years old I learned she was going to have active shooter drills. As a sensitive child, I didn't think it'd be good for her.
Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison's incredible real estate portfolio includes properties in Silicon Valley, Japan, Hawaii, and more
Larry Ellison purchased a resort near Palm Beach, Florida. We've rounded up the most notable pieces of his billion-dollar real estate portfolio.
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I went to Burning Man for the first time. Here are 5 things everyone gets wrong about the event.
There's far more to Burning Man than billionaire CEOs and "Sparkle Ponies" who come to snap pictures in six-inch platform boots.
I spent 60 hours on overnight Amtrak trips. I wish I had known 9 things before taking long-haul journeys.
Business Insider's reporter took two 30-hour Amtrak trips in sleeper cars and learned some lessons the hard way about overnight train journeys.
I'm a New Yorker who went to Canada for the first time. Here are 9 things that impressed me so much, I'm already planning a trip back.
BI's reporter traveled to Niagara Falls, Toronto, Québec City, and Montréal in Canada and tried poutine, rode local trains, and explored cities.
Inside Taylor Swift's $17 million Rhode Island mansion where she hosts parties for her A-list friends
In 2013, Taylor Swift bought the 12,000-square-foot home. Since then, she's immortalized it in song and hosted friends, including Blake Lively.
10 US state parks that are just as cool as national parks, according to someone who's been to all 50 states
Although national parks get all the attention, state parks can be just as beautiful. Here are some of my favorites from New York to Hawaii.
The career rise of Susan Wojcicki, former YouTube CEO, who died from cancer at 56
Susan Wojcicki led YouTube for almost 10 years as the company became the web's most popular video service. She died of cancer at age 56.
Target offers 1 year to return items from store brands like Cat & Jack kids' clothes. Here's how the unusually generous policy works.
The children's brand brings in more than $3 billion a year for Target, which guarantees customer satisfaction for a year on its private-label goods.
20 vintage photos of Alaska from before it became a state
Russia sold Alaska to the United States in 1867 for $7.2 million, and 92 years later, it became the 49th state.
14 royals who have competed in the Olympics
Princess Anne was the first member of the British royal family to compete in the Olympics. Her daughter, Zara Tindall, won a silver medal in 2012.
What to do if an airline bumps you from an overbooked flight
If not enough people volunteer to give up their seats on an oversold flight, airlines will involuntarily bump customers and are required to give them compensation.
The 5 best cat dewormers of 2024
The best cat dewormers control tapeworms, roundworms and hookworms. The top medicines include deworming tablets, pills and topical liquid treatments.
Maximizing Value with Amex Offers: A Comprehensive Guide
Unlock the full potential of Amex Offers with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to maximize discounts, cashback, and bonus points through your card.
I tried the classic glazed doughnut from Dunkin' and Krispy Kreme, and the winner came down to texture
Both Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' offer a tasty glazed doughnut, but Krispy Kreme's was lighter and easier to eat for National Donut Day.
I'm a seasoned Amtrak rider who spent 6 hours in business class on a Canadian train for the first time. It was better than any train I've taken in the US.
Business Insider's reporter took Canada's Via Rail from Toronto to Montreal in business class. The train had comfy seats and served meals.
The 11 best dog toys for aggressive chewers: We reviewed the toughest toys
The best dog toys for aggressive chewers are durable and built to last. While no toy is indestructible, our top picks are best for the toughest chewers.
A complete timeline of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's rift with Prince William and Kate Middleton
Reports of tension first emerged when Meghan and Prince Harry announced plans to move out of the Cambridges' Kensington Palace home in November 2018.
Meet Stormy Daniels, whose $130,000 hush-money payment from Trump led to him being convicted on 34 felony counts
A jury found Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a $130,000 hush-money payment to Stormy Daniels in 2016.
Photos show what 15 different mansions, palaces, and parks in 'Bridgerton' look like in real life
The first episodes of "Bridgerton" season 3 are out, and the rest drop June 13. Take a look at how iconic "Bridgerton" locations appear in reality.
Here's how the Trump family spends their billions, from a $11 million beachfront estate in St. Martin to a $15 million fleet of private aircraft
Former President Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, has a net worth of $7.5 billion, according to a May 2024 Forbes estimate.
This brand makes personalized pillows that fit your exact sleeping needs — here's my experience
Though every pillow will feel different, my experience with the Pluto Pillow shows that the company stays true to its word of personalized comfort.
Inside the once-close relationship between Trump and his 'pit bull' lawyer Michael Cohen, who is now a key witness in the ex-president's criminal trial
Michael Cohen was one of Donald Trump's closest associates for years. Here's what you should know about his relationship with Trump.
My family of 4 tried Red Lobster's $30 family 'meal deal.' It was tasty but we wouldn't get it again.
Red Lobster's family taco meal deal comes with the ingredients to make about six tacos, but my family was not impressed.