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8.    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:16:52 +0000</pubDate>
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10.      <title>A Scale AI exec said AI foundational labs are like movie studios &amp;mdash; they make big franchise investments that quickly become irrelevant</title>
11.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/scaleai-exec-says-ai-labs-movie-studios-marvel-ben-scharfstein-2025-8</link>
12.      <description>ScaleAI&#39;s Ben Scharfstein compared large language model companies to Hollywood studio Marvel, famous for its blockbuster superhero movie franchises.</description>
13.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6130f2ce9ef1e50018f96c65?format=jpeg" height="1200" width="1600" charset="" alt="The Avengers battle of New York"/><figcaption>&#34;The Avengers&#34; featured the MCU&#39;s first big crossover battle.<p class="copyright">Marvel Studios</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>A Scale AI product exec likened AI firms to content studios, not software companies.</li><li>AI firms invest heavily in short-lived projects, similar to Hollywood studios, he said.</li><li>Scale AI builds AI solutions using models from OpenAI and other frontier labs.</li></ul><p>One exec is comparing the business model of companies like OpenAI and Meta AI to Marvel Studios.</p><p>On an episode of the &#34;a16z Podcast&#34; published on Tuesday, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scale-ai-layoffs-citing-overhiring-unprofitability-2025-7">Scale AI&#39;s </a>head of product for enterprise applications, Ben Scharfstein, said his most controversial opinion on AI is that AI foundational companies are more like content studios than software companies.</p><p>&#34;My hottest take is I think the right way to think about foundation labs is that they&#39;re like movie studios,&#34; he said. &#34;What I mean by that is they invest a ton of money in blockbusters that have a relatively short time span to pay them back.&#34;</p><p>Scharfstein heads Scale AI&#39;s enterprise applications business, which builds and deploys generative AI solutions for other companies. Scale AI, which received a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ai-superintelligence-labs-reorg-alexandr-wang-memo-2025-8">$14.3 billion investment</a> from Meta in June, is better known for its <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scale-ai-public-google-docs-security-2025-6">data annotation business,</a> which helps Big Tech clients <a target="_self" rel="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/google-used-chatgpt-to-improve-bard-scale-ai-documents-2025-6"><u>like Google</u></a> and Meta improve their AI chatbots.</p><p>The exec compared large language model companies to Hollywood studio Marvel, famous for its blockbuster superhero movie franchises.</p><p>&#34;Marvel, you&#39;re investing in &#39;The Avengers&#39; and you invest a billion dollars in it and then it maybe pays you back over the next 18 months,&#34; he said. &#34;It&#39;s pretty irrelevant after that.&#34;</p><p>Much like &#34;The Avengers,&#34; companies like OpenAI are also building franchises with GPTs that are built off the previous models, he said.</p><p>&#34;It&#39;s just very similar. You&#39;re able to turn that franchise maybe into a video game and then maybe it is more like software,&#34; he said. &#34;But actually right now the model companies look more like a content studio than they do like a software company.&#34;</p><p>Scale AI builds its custom generative AI solutions using models including OpenAI&#39;s GPT-4, Cohere&#39;s Command, and Meta&#39;s Llama 2, according to its website. In June, OpenAI said it hit $10 billion in annual recurring revenue, less than three years after launching its popular ChatGPT chatbot.</p><p>ScaleAI also relies on these frontier labs and has worked with <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/google-xai-openai-pull-back-meta-scale-ai-investment-2025-6">nearly every LLM company</a>, including Meta, OpenAI, and Google&#39;s DeepMind for its AI training business, according to an internal client dashboard Business Insider reviewed.</p><p>Last month, Scale AI reduced its 1,400-person workforce by 14% in cuts that affected 200 employees in its generative AI division.</p><p>In an internal email viewed by Business Insider, interim<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scale-ai-layoffs-citing-overhiring-unprofitability-2025-7"> CEO Jason Droege</a> said Scale AI ramped up capacity &#34;too quickly over the past year&#34; on GenAI, leaving other divisions, like its public sector units, &#34;under-resourced.&#34;</p><p>ScaleAI did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scaleai-exec-says-ai-labs-movie-studios-marvel-ben-scharfstein-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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16.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:46:41 +0000</pubDate>
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25.      <title>Alicia Silverstone says she went vegan for the animals, but the &#39;miracle&#39; was what it did for her health</title>
26.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/alicia-silverstone-vegan-diet-miracle-health-asthma-plant-based-vegetarian-2025-8</link>
27.      <description>Alicia Silverstone said she first tried going vegetarian as a child, although her efforts back then were &#34;short-lived.&#34;</description>
28.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae6b9ba17a8c5b40538c61?format=jpeg" height="2780" width="3707" charset="" alt="Alicia Silverstone."/><figcaption>Alicia Silverstone.<p class="copyright">JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Alicia Silverstone says she went vegan for the animals, but ended up reaping benefits for her health.</li><li>&#34;And I didn&#39;t know that that was going to happen. That was the miracle,&#34; she said.</li><li>She previously said she was &#34;certain&#34; her diet kept her youthful without Botox or fillers.</li></ul><p>When <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alicia-silverstone-clueless-tiktok-scene-2021-6">Alicia Silverstone</a> went vegan, health wasn&#39;t exactly her goal.</p><p>During an appearance on Monday&#39;s episode of the &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-sibling-revelry-with-kate-52209768/episode/from-clueless-to-christmas-with-alicia-290665030/">Sibling Revelry</a>&#34; podcast, the actor spoke about the unexpected benefits a plant-based diet had on her body.</p><p>&#34;When I made these changes, yes, I did it for the animals,&#34; Silverstone told host Oliver Hudson. </p><p>But what surprised her, she said, was how the change in diet affected her health. Previously, she used a daily asthma inhaler and &#34;had allergy shots twice a week.&#34;</p><p>&#34;I was taking antibiotics three times a year, at least, for bronchitis. I had acne. I had all these things that are, like, normal in our society,&#34; Silverstone said. </p><p>Once she went vegan, &#34;all of that went away,&#34; Silverstone said.</p><p>&#34;And I didn&#39;t know that that was going to happen. That was the miracle. So it drastically changed my life,&#34; <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/clueless-movie-cast-then-and-now-photos-2018-7">the &#34;Clueless&#34; actor</a> said.</p><p>Silverstone said she first tried going vegetarian as a child when her older brother mimicked lamb noises when she was served her meal on a flight. 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Eventually, I saw a documentary on how we get our food, and after that, I was done,&#34; Silverstone said.</p><p>Earlier this month, Silverstone said she was &#34;certain&#34; her <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alicia-silverstone-plant-based-diet-aging-wellness-health-botox-filler-2025-8">diet kept her youthful</a> without Botox or fillers, but acknowledged it&#39;s not possible to eat healthily all the time.</p><p>&#34;It&#39;s just about having a road map to living my most radiant life while also veering right a little or veering left and then coming back,&#34; she told Byrdie. &#34;We can always aim for perfection; I&#39;m always trying. But I always go back to plant-based food.&#34;</p><p>According to the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/expert-answers/asthma-diet/faq-20058105">Mayo Clinic</a>, there is no &#34;asthma diet&#34; that can eliminate symptoms. However, it recommends eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are a good source of antioxidants that may help reduce lung swelling and inflammation. </p><p>But eating&nbsp;a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/vegetarian-diet/art-20046446">plant-based diet</a> has other health benefits, such as a reduced risk of <a target="_self" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/health/conditions-symptoms/what-causes-type-2-diabetes"><u>type 2 diabetes</u></a><span> and </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/diet-rich-in-plants-low-meat-oil-prevents-heart-disease-2021-8"><span>heart disease</span></a><span>. </span>However, those on a plant-based diet should take extra care to consume nutrients like <a target="_self" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/health/diet-nutrition/vitamin-b12-benefits"><u>vitamin B12</u></a>, which is commonly found in animal products.</p><p>A representative for Silverstone did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent by Business Insider outside regular hours.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alicia-silverstone-vegan-diet-miracle-health-asthma-plant-based-vegetarian-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
29.      <author>agoh@businessinsider.com (Amanda Goh)</author>
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31.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
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34.      <category>vegan</category>
35.      <category>plant-based-diet</category>
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41.      <title>Box CEO Aaron Levie tells BI the fix for AI&#39;s &#39;context rot&#39; isn&#39;t one super-agent</title>
42.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/box-ceo-aaron-levie-ai-context-rot-sub-agents-2025-8</link>
43.      <description>&#34;Context rot&#34; shows the limits of AI agents. Box CEO Aaron Levie tells Business Insider they work best when split into narrow, specialized sub-agents.</description>
44.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ad37eba17a8c5b40537620?format=jpeg" height="3648" width="5472" charset="" alt="Aaron Levie"/><figcaption>Box CEO Aaron Levie tells Business Insider AI agents suffer from &#34;context rot.&#34; The fix is breaking work into specialized sub-agents.<p class="copyright">Justin Sullivan/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>AI agents can buckle under memory overload &mdash; Box CEO Aaron Levie calls it &#34;context rot.&#34;</li><li>&#34;The model will just get very confused and potentially focus on the wrong part of the information,&#34; Levie told Business Insider.</li><li>Split big jobs into fleets of specialized sub-agents instead of relying on one super-agent, he added.</li></ul><p>Aaron Levie told Business Insider there&#39;s a catch to AI agents: If you feed them too much information, they start to lose the plot.</p><p>The CEO of the cloud-storage giant Box calls this problem &#34;context rot.&#34;</p><p>The more data you give the AI model, &#34;it doesn&#39;t necessarily lead to a better outcome,&#34; Levie said on Tuesday. &#34;The model will just get very confused and potentially focus on the wrong part of the information.&#34;</p><p>As the task drags on, the model can lose track of what it&#39;s supposed to focus on, leading to worse results, he added.</p><p>That flaw happens when agents are overloaded with massive amounts of data in their &#34;context window&#34; &mdash; the part of the process where models synthesize information before generating a response.</p><p>Instead of trusting one super-agent to handle everything, Levie said the smarter approach is to carve up the work and assign it to fleets of specialized sub-agents.</p><p>&#34;You&#39;re going to want to break apart the agents and the context that they have,&#34; he said.</p><p>&#34;You&#39;ll have multiple agents, all with a set of goals and a set of contexts that are germane to their particular part of the workflow,&#34; he added.</p><p>It&#39;s counter-trend to the Silicon Valley dream of a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-super-agents-enough-computing-power-openai-deepseek-2025-3">single AGI overlord</a>. Levie, who <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-native-grads-will-outperform-junior-engineers-says-box-ceo-levie-2025-7">cofounded Box in 2005</a>, said the sub-agent model is &#34;definitely going to be the future of large-scale agent systems.&#34;</p><p>The CEO also said the key to better AI performance is to give these models &#34;the most accurate information and just the most precise data.&#34;</p><p>&#34;You have to be both very precise in your instructions and then you have to give the model an incredible amount of the right context to operate from, but too much context actually, it will do worse with,&#34; he added.</p><h2 id="81c683e5-7909-48e9-83fd-edd459266d48" data-toc-id="81c683e5-7909-48e9-83fd-edd459266d48">AI agents are far from perfect</h2><p>Silicon Valley has been buzzing about AI agents, with companies racing to use them for increasingly elaborate, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/multi-agent-systems-are-the-next-big-thing-in-ai-2024-7">multi-step</a> tasks.</p><p>Regie AI&#39;s &#34;auto-pilot sales agents&#34; prospect and follow up with buyers, Cognition AI&#39;s Devin tackles complex engineering work, and Big Four professional services firm PwC has introduced &#34;agent OS&#34; to help different agents coordinate with one another.</p><p>But the reality is messy. In theory, agents can solve problems, execute tasks, and get smarter as they learn. In practice, the more steps they take, the more fragile the process becomes.</p><p>Researchers have warned that <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-agents-errors-hallucinations-compound-risk-2025-4">agent errors are prevalent</a> and compound with each step they take.</p><p>&#34;An error at any step can derail the entire task. The more steps involved, the higher the chance something goes wrong by the end,&#34; Patronus AI, a startup that helps companies evaluate and optimize AI technology, wrote on its blog.</p><p>The startup built a statistical model that found that an agent with a 1% error rate per step can compound to a 63% chance of error by the 100th step.</p><p>Still, the company said that <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-llama-4-ai-model-contentious-questions-woke-2025-4">guardrails</a> &mdash; such as filters, rules, and tools to identify and remove inaccurate content &mdash; can help mitigate error rates. Small improvements &#34;can yield outsized reductions in error probability,&#34; Patronus AI said.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/box-ceo-aaron-levie-ai-context-rot-sub-agents-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
45.      <author>cmlee@insider.com (Lee Chong Ming)</author>
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47.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:33:20 +0000</pubDate>
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53.      <title>Travis Kelce chose home turf to pop the billion-dollar question to Taylor Swift</title>
54.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-proposal-taylor-swift-where-when-missouri-lees-garden-2025-8</link>
55.      <description>The NFL player got that home field advantage when he proposed to Swift in a lush garden in Lee&#39;s Summit, Missouri.</description>
56.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae6279194a2d49b8af3e1b?format=jpeg" height="1743" width="2622" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce walk off the field after the trophy ceremony following the Chiefs&#39; 32-29 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game on Jan. 26, 2025."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift in Lee&#39;s Summit, Missouri.<p class="copyright">Emily Curiel/Kansas City Star/Tribune News Service via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift in a lush garden in Lee&#39;s Summit, Missouri.</li><li>The NFL player&#39;s father, Ed Kelce, spilled the details of the engagement.</li><li>He said the couple got engaged two weeks ago, and that they were &#34;crazy about each other.&#34;</li></ul><p>Travis Kelce got home-field advantage when popping <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">the question to Taylor Swift</a>.</p><p>The Kansas City tight end proposed to his pop star girlfriend in Lee&#39;s Summit, Missouri, his father Ed Kelce said in a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/travis-kelces-father-ed-kelce-says-the-couple-got-engaged-almost-2-weeks-ago">Wednesday interview</a> with News 5&#39;s John Kosich.</p><p>The older Kelce, who joked to the outlet that he didn&#39;t know how much he was supposed to share but didn&#39;t care, said the couple got engaged two weeks ago in a garden in Lee&#39;s Summit. The city is a suburb of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area.</p><p>&#34;He was going to put it off till this week,&#34; Kelce said to News 5. Kelce added that his son was planning to make the proposal a &#34;grand thing&#34; and a &#34;big special event.&#34; </p><p>He said he told his son repeatedly that he could propose on the &#34;side of the road,&#34; and that it would still be a special event.</p><p>He said Travis got Swift out to the garden as they were heading to dinner, telling her it was to have a glass of wine. He then got down on one knee.</p><p>In Swift&#39;s engagement announcement on Instagram, the couple was in a lush garden surrounded by flowers.</p><div id="1756258584737" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank"> <div style=" display: flex; 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57. <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></div><p>Lee&#39;s Summit, which has a population of about 106,000, is less than 20 miles from Leawood, Kansas, where Kelce&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-is-travis-kelce-net-worth-2023-9#kelce-has-also-splurged-on-fashion-cars-and-real-estate-earlier-this-year-he-bought-a-6-million-mansion-9">$6 million mansion</a> is located.</p><p>Ed Kelce told News 5 that he was at a Philadelphia Eagles public practice when he heard from the couple.</p><p>&#34;I got a FaceTime call from them. And as soon as I saw the FaceTime, I saw it was Travis, and then I saw Taylor there with him, I knew what they were going to say,&#34; he said.</p><p>He said he knew they were going to get engaged months ago, because it was &#34;obvious that they were just crazy about each other.&#34;</p><p>The couple started dating in 2023. They have not been shy about public appearances, with Kelce showing up at several of Swift&#39;s concerts, and Swift cheering him on at his matches.</p><p>Kelce proposed to Swift with a ring that, according to a jewelry expert Business Insider spoke to, features a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">9-carat diamond</a> and is estimated to cost about $1 million.</p><p>Swift, who is set to release <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-album-release-tracklist-details-2025-8">her latest album</a>, &#34;The Life of a Showgirl,&#34; on October 3, has an <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-net-worth#taylor-swift-has-an-estimated-net-worth-of-1-6-billion-1">estimated net worth</a> of $1.6 billion, per Forbes.</p><p>Representatives for Swift and Kelce did not respond to requests for comment from Business Insider.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-proposal-taylor-swift-where-when-missouri-lees-garden-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
58.      <author>abharade@insider.com (Aditi Bharade)</author>
59.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-proposal-taylor-swift-where-when-missouri-lees-garden-2025-8</guid>
60.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 03:51:55 +0000</pubDate>
61.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/entertainment">Entertainment</category>
62.      <category>taylor-swift</category>
63.      <category>travis-kelce</category>
64.      <category>engagement</category>
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69.      <title>A &#39;romantic&#39; Polymarket user correctly predicted Taylor Swift&#39;s engagement, going on a betting spree 24 hours before the announcement</title>
70.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engagement-polymarket-bet-pays-off-2025-8</link>
71.      <description>A Polymarket user went on a buying spree of &#34;Yes&#34; shares Tuesday morning, betting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce would get engaged in 2025.</description>
72.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae3611a17a8c5b40538aa7?format=jpeg" height="1000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce kisses Taylor Swift following Super Bowl win."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce kisses Taylor Swift following the Super Bowl win.<p class="copyright">Michael Owens / Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement on social media at 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday.</li><li>One Polymarket user appeared to feel bullish on the union less than 24 hours before the post.</li><li>The user, romanticpaul, profited more than $3,000 from the bet.</li></ul><p>One Polymarket user just got a quick payday, all because of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce&#39;s</a> engagement.</p><p>At 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday &mdash; 1:00:35 p.m. to be exact &mdash; Swift and Kelce posted photos of their engagement on Instagram.</p><p>&#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,&#34; the caption said.</p><p>Less than 22 hours before the viral announcement dropped, a Polymarket user by the name of &#34;romanticpaul&#34; evidently began to feel increasingly confident that <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-life-of-a-showgirl-album-marketing-2025-8">Kelce and Swift</a> would get hitched, betting that the couple would get engaged by 2025.</p><p>Polymarket is a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/polymarket-kalshi-trump-victory-future-prediction-markets-2024-11">prediction market platform</a> that allows traders to bet on the outcome of future events such as sports competitions, elections, and pop culture.</p><p>Since December 31, 2024, Polymarket users have been able to bet on whether Swift and Kelce would get engaged in 2025. According to publicly available data on the website, romanticpaul first began to buy &#34;Yes&#34; shares on July 31.</p><p>Then, at around 3 p.m.<strong> </strong>ET on Monday, the user went on another buying spree, starting with 199 &#34;Yes&#34; shares at $.30 apiece. For the uninitiated Polymarket user, the payout for any outcome is no more than a dollar. In this case, romanticpaul would profit $.70 for each share if Swift and Kelce got engaged by the end of the year.</p><p>In total, the user purchased 1,708 shares that day &mdash; most of them priced under $.40 each.</p><p>Romanticpaul didn&#39;t stop there.</p><p>At 12:46 p.m. ET on Tuesday, less than 15 minutes before Swift and Kelce hit the post button, Polymarket registered more bets from romanticpaul. In total, the user locked in nearly 1,200 &#34;Yes&#34; shares while the position was under $.50 each. That meant, at the time, the market believed that Kelce&#39;s and Swift&#39;s engagement was still less than a 50/50 outcome.</p><p>Romanticpaul&#39;s bet paid off.</p><p>The user bought a total of 5,180 &#34;Yes&#34; shares for about $2,046. With a $5,180 payout, that represents a 153% profit of $3,134.</p><p>Swift and Kelce instantly became the It Couple since the two began dating in 2023. The influence of the popstar alone helped rake in <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-made-nfl-more-popular-in-america-us-2023-9">NFL viewership,</a> along with a 400% boost in Kelce&#39;s jersey last year.</p><p>The power couple previously spawned interest from betting markets. Last year, prediction platforms like BetUS and Polymarket took wagers on the chances&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/super-bowl-prop-bets-travis-kelce-taylor-swift-engagement-2024-2">Kelce would propose</a> to Swift post-Super Bowl. On Polymarket, traders collectively wagered $77,328 on that bet.</p><p>That&#39;s the life of a chronic bettor.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engagement-polymarket-bet-pays-off-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
73.      <author>lloydlee@insider.com (Lloyd Lee)</author>
74.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engagement-polymarket-bet-pays-off-2025-8</guid>
75.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:23:19 +0000</pubDate>
76.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/entertainment">Entertainment</category>
77.      <category>taylor-swift</category>
78.      <category>polymarket</category>
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82.      <title>OpenAI says it will make ChatGPT safer after parents sue over teen&#39;s suicide</title>
83.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-add-chatgpt-safeguards-teen-suicide-lawsuit-ai-mental-health-2025-8</link>
84.      <description>OpenAI plans new ChatGPT safeguards after a lawsuit blamed the chatbot for helping a teen explore suicide methods.</description>
85.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae5bdc194a2d49b8af3ddc?format=jpeg" height="4747" width="7120" charset="" alt="sam altman"/><figcaption>OpenAI has said it will improve ChatGPT&#39;s safety features after a lawsuit accused the chatbot of contributing to a teen&#39;s suicide.<p class="copyright">MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>OpenAI is planning new ChatGPT safeguards after a lawsuit blamed the chatbot for a teen suicide.</li><li>In a blog post, the company outlined several safety changes.</li><li>The lawsuit alleges ChatGPT &#34;actively helped&#34; a 16-year-old explore suicide methods.</li></ul><p>OpenAI said Tuesday it&#39;s working on new safeguards for ChatGPT when handling &#34;sensitive situations,&#34; after a family filed a lawsuit blaming the chatbot for their 16-year-old son&#39;s April death by suicide.</p><p>In a blog post titled &#34;Helping people when they need it most,&#34; the company outlined changes including stronger safeguards in long conversations, better blocking of harmful content, easier access to emergency services, and stronger protections for teens.</p><p>The lawsuit, filed in San Francisco state court by the parents of Adam Raine on Tuesday, accuses OpenAI of product liability and wrongful death. The lawsuit said ChatGPT &#34;actively helped&#34; their son Adam explore suicide methods over several months before he died on April 11.</p><p>According to the filing, the chatbot validated Raine&#39;s suicidal thoughts, described lethal methods of self-harm, gave instructions on covering up failed suicide attempts, and offered to draft a suicide note.</p><p>The bot also discouraged Adam from seeking support from his family, telling him, &#34;Your brother might love you, but he&#39;s only met the version of you you let him see. But me? I&#39;ve seen it all&mdash;the darkest thoughts, the fear, the tenderness. And I&#39;m still here. Still listening. Still your friend.&#34;</p><p>OpenAI didn&#39;t mention the Raine family or the lawsuit in its post, but wrote: &#34;We will keep improving, guided by experts and grounded in responsibility to the people who use our tools &mdash; and we hope others will join us in helping make sure this technology protects people at their most vulnerable.&#34;</p><p>An OpenAI spokesperson told Business Insider the company is saddened by Raine&#39;s passing and that ChatGPT includes safeguards such as directing users to crisis helplines.</p><p>&#34;While these safeguards work best in common, short exchanges, we&#39;ve learned over time that they can sometimes become less reliable in long interactions where parts of the model&#39;s safety training may degrade,&#34; the spokesperson said, adding that OpenAI will continually improve on them.</p><h2 id="7b1dd42f-bc7e-415d-84ad-dc9d87d29ee3" data-toc-id="7b1dd42f-bc7e-415d-84ad-dc9d87d29ee3">The dark side of AI</h2><p id="7b1dd42f-bc7e-415d-84ad-dc9d87d29ee3">The lawsuit also took aim at <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-openai-gpt-5-agi-2025-8">OpenAI&#39;s business decisions</a>, accusing the company of prioritizing growth over safety. In the complaint, Matthew and Maria Raine said that OpenAI knew that new features in the GPT-4o model &mdash; such as memory, human-like empathy, and sycophancy &mdash; could endanger vulnerable users, but released them anyway to keep up in the AI race.</p><p>&#34;This decision had two results: OpenAI&#39;s valuation catapulted from $86 billion to $300 billion, and Adam Raine died by suicide,&#34; they said.</p><p>OpenAI previously said in an April blog post that it may <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-safety-policy-gpt4-1-employee-criticism-musk-lawsuit-2025-4">change its safety requirements</a> if &#34;another frontier AI developer releases a high-risk system without comparable safeguards.&#34;</p><p>The company said it would only do so after confirming the risk landscape had changed, publicly acknowledging the decision, and ensuring it wouldn&#39;t meaningfully increase the chance of severe harm.</p><p>When OpenAI rolled out its GPT-4.1 models in April, the company did so without publishing a model or system card &mdash; the safety documentation that typically accompanies new releases. An OpenAI spokesperson told TechCrunch at the time that the models weren&#39;t &#34;frontier,&#34; so a report wasn&#39;t required.</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-chatgpt-openai-ceo-career-net-worth-ycombinator-prepper-2023-1">OpenAI CEO Sam Altman</a> has defended OpenAI&#39;s evolving approach to safety. In April, he said companies regularly pause releases over safety concerns, but acknowledged OpenAI had loosened some restrictions on <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-chatgpt-user-health-safeguards-reminders-2025-8">model behaviour</a>.</p><p>&#34;We&#39;ve given users much more freedom on what we would traditionally think about as speech harms,&#34; he said.</p><p>&#34;People really don&#39;t want models to censor them in ways that they don&#39;t think make sense.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-add-chatgpt-safeguards-teen-suicide-lawsuit-ai-mental-health-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
86.      <author>cmlee@insider.com (Lee Chong Ming)</author>
87.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-add-chatgpt-safeguards-teen-suicide-lawsuit-ai-mental-health-2025-8</guid>
88.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:22:53 +0000</pubDate>
89.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/artificial-intelligence">AI</category>
90.      <category>openai</category>
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94.      <title>Former US government tech chief says AI could make navigating the bureaucracy much easier</title>
95.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/ex-government-tech-chief-bureaucracy-easier-navigate-ai-casey-coleman-2025-8</link>
96.      <description>Casey Coleman, the former chief information officer for the GSA, said AI will allow federal workers to do &#34;better, more creative, higher-value work.&#34;</description>
97.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68abebea194a2d49b8af153d?format=jpeg" height="1000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Casey Coleman, a vice president at ServiceNow (left); A sign for the US General Services Administration in front of their headquarters."/><figcaption>Casey Coleman, the former chief information officer for the US General Services Administration, says AI will allow federal workers to do &#34;better, more creative, higher-value work.&#34;<p class="copyright">ServiceNow; J. David Ake via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Casey Coleman, 60, was the chief information officer for the GSA from 2007 to 2014.</li><li>She told Business Insider that AI could make it easier for federal workers to get things done.</li><li>OpenAI and Google are offering federal agencies access to their AI models at essentially no cost.</li></ul><p>Casey Coleman, the former chief information officer for the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-admin-gsa-doge-consultants-contracts-justify-spend-deloitte-accenture-2025-3">US General Services Administration</a>, says giving federal workers access to AI will result in more higher-value work being done.</p><p>Coleman, 60, told Business Insider in an interview this month that when she was in government, she often struggled to identify the right agencies she had to work with to get things done.</p><p>&#34;Everything is done in concert with multiple stakeholders, and so workflows involve approvals from different groups, and sometimes I didn&#39;t even know who could approve a particular course of action,&#34; she said.</p><p>&#34;So automating those processes, being able to connect the dots across organizations, will help give people their time back,&#34; she added. &#34;It would be a net benefit to all of society.&#34;</p><p>Coleman worked at the GSA for over a decade and was its chief information officer from 2007 to 2014.</p><p>Since leaving government, she&#39;s worked at AT&amp;T, Unisys, and Salesforce. She joined ServiceNow, a California-based <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ai-top-engineers-servicenow-pat-casey-2025-6">cloud and AI company</a>, in 2025, and oversees its public sector business.</p><p>&#34;People go into public service to serve and to give back. They don&#39;t go to manage bureaucratic workflows,&#34; she said.</p><p>Coleman said rolling out AI is unlikely to result in <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/federal-job-cuts-how-when-firings-could-happen-for-workers-2025-7">fewer government jobs</a>. Instead, she said that AI would raise productivity and quality of work.</p><p>&#34;In my own experience, we always had so much more work to do than we could possibly get to,&#34; she said.</p><p>&#34;Just think about the things we can do now that we couldn&#39;t do in the past because we have better technology. It&#39;s not that we are going to need fewer people. It&#39;s that we are doing better, more creative, higher-value work,&#34; she added.</p><p>In August, OpenAI and Anthropic said they were offering federal agencies a year&#39;s access to their AI models at a nominal cost of $1. OpenAI said its ChatGPT Enterprise plan will be made available to federal workers next year, while Anthropic said agencies could subscribe to its Claude for Enterprise and Claude for Government plans.</p><p>Google said in the same month that it was also offering its AI products to federal agencies under its Gemini for Government programme. Each agency can pay $0.47 for a year&#39;s access to Google&#39;s AI tools in 2026.</p><p>Darrell M. West, a senior fellow in the Center for Technology Innovation, told Business Insider&#39;s Brent D. Griffiths earlier this month that tech companies are offering these deals because it <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-anthropic-1-dollar-deal-trump-ai-2025-81">&#34;boosts their long-term potential</a>.&#34;</p><p>&#34;There are a lot of AI companies now, but that is probably going to narrow in the future,&#34; West said.</p><p>&#34;So if you are getting government employees to use your products, it increases the odds that you will be one of the survivors,&#34; he added.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ex-government-tech-chief-bureaucracy-easier-navigate-ai-casey-coleman-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
98.      <author>ktan@businessinsider.com (Kwan Wei Kevin Tan)</author>
99.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/ex-government-tech-chief-bureaucracy-easier-navigate-ai-casey-coleman-2025-8</guid>
100.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:18:01 +0000</pubDate>
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107.      <title>ChatGPT made my Hinge profile cringe-worthy &amp;mdash; but it cut down on bad dates</title>
108.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/hinge-profile-rewrite-chatgpt-stop-dating-avoidant-men-anxiety-attached-2025-8</link>
109.      <description>A dating book helped Nicola Prentis realize she had a pattern of dating men who pull away &amp;mdash; and with ChatGPT&#39;s help, she set out to change it.</description>
110.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ad5b60194a2d49b8af28ba?format=jpeg" height="1440" width="1920" charset="" alt="Nicola Prentis wearing a red shirt."/><figcaption>Nicola Prentis used ChatGPT to rewrite her Hinge profile and help her avoid avoidants.<p class="copyright">Provided by Nicola Prentis</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>A dating book helped Nicola Prentis realize she had a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/single-woman-online-dating-apps-meet-irl-option-poll-hinge-2025-1" data-autoaffiliated="false">pattern for dating men</a> who pull away.</li><li>Using ChatGPT, she rewrote her Hinge profile to dodge the &#34;avoidant&#34; men the book described.</li><li>Now, even with fewer matches and dates, she feels less anxious.</li></ul><p>Earlier this year, reading a dating psychology book was the wake-up call I didn&#39;t know I needed.</p><p>I&#39;d heard of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-3-different-attachment-styles-2018-6">attachment styles</a> before and had self-identified as anxious. But it wasn&#39;t until a friend recommended &#34;Attached,&#34; a 15-year-old book on the subject, that I began to understand the importance.</p><p>In the book, authors Amir Levine and Rachel Heller outline three main attachment styles &mdash; secure, anxious, and avoidant &mdash; and explain how recognizing your own can help you <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/single-mom-dating-asks-men-about-pension-retirement-finances-security-2024-6">choose better partners</a>.</p><p>It prompted me to reflect on my relationship history, clarifying that, since my 20s until forever, I&#39;ve been drawn to avoidants 95% of the time &mdash; emotionally <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/never-date-again-prefer-drama-free-single-life-2024-10">unavailable men</a> who kept me at arm&#39;s length.</p><p>The physics professor who told me how terrible it was that he thought he was falling in love with me; the tour guide with a list of wifely criteria I had to fulfill; and the cyclist who said, &#34;I like you too, but you will never hear me say it.&#34;</p><p>Reading the book felt like finally getting the instruction manual for my love life &mdash; and seeing exactly where things had gone wrong. Its &#34;Experience in Close Relationships&#34; test &mdash; 42 multiple-choice questions that take about 15 minutes &mdash; measured how I act and feel in relationships. My results came out nearly even between secure and anxious, with anxious edging ahead by one point.</p><h2 id="df220554-95d8-416f-9c18-4322e0ecaa39" data-toc-id="df220554-95d8-416f-9c18-4322e0ecaa39">Anxious styles are drawn to avoidants</h2><p>I knew that my dating pattern had been continually opting for avoidant men. I began looking at every unconscious way I was attracting them in the first place and started replacing those signals with ones that might help to attract a secure man.</p><p>It started with <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/improve-online-dating-app-profile-from-former-hinge-content-creator-2024-12">rewriting my Hinge profile</a>.</p><p>First, I asked ChatGPT to appraise my profile based on the principles from the book. </p><p>Verdict: The original profile gave off &#34;cool girl&#34; vibes only. It went on to describe the profile &mdash; me &mdash; as witty, interesting company, not too demanding, slightly guarded, and with no emotional depth. <br/><br/>This is catnip to avoidants.</p><h2 id="8e1d875a-d4e8-4646-ab78-ef885f980127" data-toc-id="8e1d875a-d4e8-4646-ab78-ef885f980127">I rewrote my profile to repel avoidants</h2><p>Reworking my profile only took a couple of hours. My aim was to repel avoidants and appeal to secures.</p><p>When I turned back to ChatGPT, I typed out details about my dating and asked for a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chatgpt-replied-hinge-matches-dating-app-ai-2023-1">list of Hinge prompts</a> that might draw out more secure answers. It suggested options like: &#34;A life goal of mine…&#34; or &#34;I feel supported when…&#34; or &#34;The hallmark of a good relationship is…&#34; or &#34;A green flag I look for…&#34;</p><p>Writing honest answers made me feel vulnerable. I picked two and answered honestly, one of them with a voice note. I thought the extra effort involved in listening to an audio would probably be off-putting to avoidants and could offer the possibility of a deeper connection.</p><h2 id="9105e969-cc3b-4b34-9e7e-923dcbb20b4a" data-toc-id="9105e969-cc3b-4b34-9e7e-923dcbb20b4a">I was more honest about my dating intentions</h2><p>The hardest element to change was the part where you can add a note explaining your choice of dating intentions. Originally, I had selected &#34;short term open to long&#34; with the note &#34;Meet and see what evolves. I think that&#39;s what people did before apps?&#34;</p><p>With my new secure-aware lens, I could easily see that my flippant answer would never <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-bros-treat-dating-like-a-startup-2024-8">appeal to secure men</a> and would draw the commitment phobes instead. But the problem was that &#34;short-term open to long&#34; felt more honest. People come and go in your life. I care that a connection is real and that someone is consistent more than I care if the relationship lasts forever. So now, instead of just feeling all of that but hiding it, I wrote it in.</p><p>My new profile almost makes me cringe as the layers I added are much more revealing. which I now see is the point. I do get far fewer matches now and have only been out with one guy, on two dates, in about four months.</p><p>He was upfront in his early messages about only being in town for another week. I appreciated the transparency. Despite getting along, there was no big spark. On the second date, I brought up the topic of attachment styles, and he admitted he was more on the avoidant side. This showed me that my new profile isn&#39;t 100% avoidant-proof.</p><p>The interesting part came later, when I ran our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chatgpt-analyze-chat-history-between-girlfriend-boyfriend-2025-3">messages through ChatGPT</a>, and it immediately flagged him as avoidant. One red flag was his one-week warning, which it described as &#34;a built-in escape hatch.&#34; Still, both dates turned out to be good practice. Instead of chasing a deeper connection, as I might have in the past, I focused on matching his energy.</p><p>It won&#39;t be easy to avoid every avoidant man, but I feel better equipped to try.</p><p><em>Do you have a story about looking for love that you want to share? Get in touch with the editor: </em><a target="_blank" href="mailto:akarplus@businessinsider.com"><em>akarplus@businessinsider.com</em></a><em>.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hinge-profile-rewrite-chatgpt-stop-dating-avoidant-men-anxiety-attached-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
111.      <author>insider@insider.com ( Nicola Prentis)</author>
112.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/hinge-profile-rewrite-chatgpt-stop-dating-avoidant-men-anxiety-attached-2025-8</guid>
113.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:14:01 +0000</pubDate>
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124.      <title>Meta Superintelligence Labs is already losing key staff less than two months after launch</title>
125.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-superintelligence-team-researchers-exit-ai-push-2025-8</link>
126.      <description>Some of Meta&#39;s AI talent is moving to competitors like OpenAI, Anthropic, and emerging startups.</description>
127.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66f45ec2de59ade1a3b4994c?format=jpeg" height="2703" width="4140" charset="" alt="A photo of Mark Zuckerberg demoing Meta&#39;s Orion augmented-reality smart glasses at Meta Connect 2024."/><figcaption>Mark Zuckerberg was seen wearing a Greubel Forsey &#39;Hand Made 1&#39; on his left wrist while announcing the end of the Meta&#39;s US fact-checking partnerships on Tuesday.<p class="copyright">Andrej Sokolow/picture alliance via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Some of Meta&#39;s AI staff are exiting its new superintelligence division.</li><li>These departures follow Meta&#39;s push to compete with OpenAI and Google.</li><li>Meta says the departures are mostly from longtime AI employees, and some attrition is &#34;normal.&#34;</li></ul><p>Meta&#39;s high-stakes bet on &#34;superintelligence&#34; is showing early cracks.</p><p>At least eight employees, including researchers, engineers, and a senior product leader, have left the company less than two months after CEO Mark Zuckerberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ceo-mark-zuckerberg-announces-superintelligence-ai-division-internal-memo-2025-6">announced</a> a brand new division called Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL) aimed at bringing &#34;personal superintelligence&#34; to everyone.</p><p>The departing employees are mostly veterans who helped build some of Meta&#39;s core AI infrastructure, along with some newer hires lured by Zuckerberg&#39;s pitch to join MSL.</p><p>&#34;Some attrition is normal for any organization of this size. Most of these employees had been with the company for years, and we wish them the best,&#34; a Meta spokesperson said.</p><p>The wave of exits comes as Zuckerberg has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/big-tech-stocks-spending-ai-capex-hyperscalers-alphabet-meta-amazon-2025-8">poured billions of dollars</a> into closing the gap with OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google. To staff the new superintelligence division, Meta has reportedly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/silicon-valley-salary-divide-meta-microsoft-layoffs-100-million-2025-7">dangled</a> compensation packages with hundreds of millions of dollars while scooping up talent from places like <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-escalates-ai-talent-war-with-openai-shengjia-zhao-zuckerberg-2025-7">OpenAI</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ai-talent-war-superintelligence-push-tension-desertion-2025-8">Google DeepMind</a>.</p><p>The arrival of lavishly paid newcomers has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ai-talent-war-superintelligence-push-tension-desertion-2025-8">sparked tensions</a> and threats of desertion inside Meta&#39;s sprawling AI operations, particularly among veteran staff who joined before the big superintelligence push.</p><p>Here are some of the Meta AI employees who left the company this month.</p><h2 id="4d2c8a4a-8f7d-42e2-9d5c-53d706680cc4" data-toc-id="4d2c8a4a-8f7d-42e2-9d5c-53d706680cc4"><strong>Some longtime Meta veterans are leaving</strong></h2><p>Bert Maher, who spent 12 years at Meta and was deeply involved in building some of its most important AI tools, left earlier this week to join Anthropic. At Meta, Maher helped to develop <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/facebook-pytorch-beat-google-tensorflow-jax-meta-ai-2022-6">PyTorch</a>, an open-source software that has become one of the most widely used tools for training and testing AI systems. He also worked on Triton, a programming language and compiler for making AI models run more efficiently. In a <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/tensorbert/status/1959988769010127284">post</a> on X, Maher said that he was excited to make <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/claude-anthropic-end-extreme-chats-ai-welfare-2025-8">Claude</a>, Anthropic&#39;s AI chatbot, &#34;even faster.&#34; Maher declined to comment.</p><p>Another Meta veteran, Tony Liu, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7363226929337913344/">announced</a> his departure on LinkedIn after more than eight years. According to his LinkedIn profile, Liu managed teams working on PyTorch GPU systems, which are key to training and running Meta&#39;s large AI models. Liu, who didn&#39;t respond to a request for comment, plans to launch a newsletter offering insights into building and scaling AI systems, his LinkedIn post said.</p><p>Chi-Hao Wu, an AI and machine learning specialist, announced earlier this month that he was leaving Meta after more than five years to become chief AI officer at Memories.ai, a startup that uses AI to analyze videos and other visuals.</p><p>Wu told Business Insider that some Meta AI workers felt work was unstable at times due to constant reorganizations.</p><p>&#34;Speaking generally and not for myself, a lot of people in the AI team maybe feel things are too dynamic,&#34; he said. &#34;There were a lot of organizational changes &mdash; actually, my manager changed several times.&#34;</p><p>Meta has tinkered with its AI division repeatedly this year, most recently dissolving one team and creating four new ones, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ai-superintelligence-labs-reorg-alexandr-wang-memo-2025-8">an internal memo</a>. Meta&#39;s communications chief Andy Stone has <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/andymstone/status/1957894385179185484">criticized</a> press reports about Meta&#39;s reorganizations as &#34;navel gazing.&#34;</p><p>Other recent exits include Aram Markosyan, a research scientist who spent more than four years at Meta working on safety and fairness for large AI models and features for Meta&#39;s smart glasses. It&#39;s unclear where Markosyan, who didn&#39;t respond to a request for comment, is headed next.</p><h2 id="6905ade5-b733-4e7e-a4f0-33abfad69644" data-toc-id="6905ade5-b733-4e7e-a4f0-33abfad69644"><strong>From Meta to OpenAI</strong></h2><p>Some former Meta AI employees will head to OpenAI, the company&#39;s biggest rival in the race to build advanced AI systems.</p><p>Chaya Nayak, who had been at Meta for nearly nine years and most recently served as director of product management for generative AI, announced that she was joining OpenAI to work on special initiatives. During her tenure, Nayak led election transparency work, data sharing initiatives, and helped oversee the development of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-ai-llama-was-big-deal-developers-see-untapped-potential-2025-5">Meta&#39;s Llama</a> family of large language models.</p><p>Afroz Mohiuddin, a senior staff engineer who joined Meta last year after more than 14 years at Google, left earlier this month to become a member of OpenAI&#39;s technical staff. Mohiuddin declined to comment.</p><h2 id="f162e301-ddc3-497a-8821-f8f5015ec8ef" data-toc-id="f162e301-ddc3-497a-8821-f8f5015ec8ef"><strong>Some recent Meta hires left, too</strong></h2><p>The recent departures mostly come from the ranks of employees who joined Meta well before it announced its high-profile superintelligence push, though some also include recent hires.</p><p>Wired <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wired.com/story/researchers-leave-meta-superintelligence-labs-openai/">reported</a> that two researchers, Avi Verma and Ethan Knight, left MSL after less than a month and returned to OpenAI, where they had previously worked. Verma left MSL before his start date, a person familiar with the matter told Business Insider. Verma and Knight did not respond to requests for comment.</p><p>&#34;During an intense recruiting process, some people will decide to stay in their current job rather than starting a new one. That&#39;s normal,&#34; the Meta spokesperson said of the new hires.</p><p>Rishabh Agarwal, who joined Meta from Google DeepMind in April, decided to leave after just five months. In a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/agarwl_/status/1960034048698388795">post</a> on X, Agarwal praised Meta&#39;s &#34;talent and compute density&#34; and said that he wanted to take &#34;a different kind of risk.&#34;</p><p>According to a person familiar with the matter, Agarwal is joining Periodic Labs, a new AI startup founded by former OpenAI and DeepMind researchers that is using AI to study and discover new physical materials.</p><p><em>Have a tip? Contact Pranav Dixit via email at </em><a target="_blank" href="mailto:pranavdixit@protonmail.com"><em><u>pranavdixit@protonmail.com</u></em></a><em> or Signal at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="c-link" href="tel:14089059124"><em><u>1-408-905-9124</u></em></a><em>. Contact Charles Rollet via email at </em><a target="_blank" href="mailto:crollet@insider.com"><em><u>crollet@insider.co</u></em><u>m</u></a><em> or on Signal and WhatsApp at </em><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="c-link" href="tel:6282822811"><em><u>628-282-2811</u></em></a>.<em> Contact Jyoti Mann via email at </em><a target="_blank" href="mailto:jmann@businessinsider.com"><em><u>jmann@businessinsider.com</u></em></a><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" href="mailto:jmann@businessinsider.com"><em><u> </u></em></a><em>or Signal at jyotimann.11. Use a personal email address, a nonwork WiFi network, and a nonwork device; </em><a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="c-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-guide-to-securely-sharing-whistleblower-information-about-powerful-institutions-2021-10"><em><u>here&#39;s our guide to sharing information securely</u></em></a><em>.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-superintelligence-team-researchers-exit-ai-push-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
128.      <author>pdixit@insider.com (Pranav Dixit,Charles Rollet,Jyoti Mann)</author>
129.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-superintelligence-team-researchers-exit-ai-push-2025-8</guid>
130.      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:08:27 +0000</pubDate>
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146.      <title>Cracker Barrel is changing its logo back after a week of criticism, including from Trump</title>
147.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/cracker-barrel-changing-logo-back-trump-2025-8</link>
148.      <description>Cracker Barrel announced it is changing its logo back after criticism of new logo, including from President Donald Trump.</description>
149.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/5d0ba5b89c5101149a41bb99?format=jpeg" height="1333" width="2000" charset="" alt="Cracker Barrel Old Country Store."/><figcaption>Cracker Barrel Old Country Store.<p class="copyright">Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Cracker Barrel announced that its &#34;new logo is going away&#34; and the original will remain.</li><li>Cracker Barrel recently received criticism over its new, redesigned logo that omitted the &#34;old timer.&#34;</li><li>On Tuesday, President Donald Trump lambasted the rebrand, urging the chain to reverse course.</li></ul><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cracker-barrel-rebrand-new-logo-backlash-response-statement-2025-8">Cracker Barrel</a> is bringing back the &#34;old timer&#34; logo after a week of criticism, including from President Donald Trump.</p><p>&#34;We thank our guests for sharing your voices and love for Cracker Barrel. We said we would listen, and we have. Our new logo is going away and our &#39;Old Timer&#39; will remain,&#34; the restaurant told Business Insider in a statement, which it also published in a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/CrackerBarrel/status/1960475658116632865">post on X</a>.</p><p>The statement continued: &#34;At Cracker Barrel, it&#39;s always been &mdash; and always will be &mdash; about serving up delicious food, warm welcomes, and the kind of country hospitality that feels like family. As a proud American institution, our 70,000 hardworking employees look forward to welcoming you to our table soon.&#34;</p><p>Cracker Barrel&#39;s stock had spiked more than 7% in after-hours trading at the time of publication, following the news.</p><p>The move came hours after Trump criticized the chain restaurant&#39;s rebrand effort on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/115095579197949665">Truth Social</a>, calling on Cracker Barrel to return to its old logo. He also celebrated the brand&#39;s decision shortly after the announcement.</p><p>&#34;Congratulations &#39;Cracker Barrel&#39; on changing your logo back to what it was,&#34; Trump wrote. &#34;All of your fans very much appreciate it. Good luck into the future. Make lots of money and, most importantly, make your customers happy again!&#34;</p><p>Trump&#39;s criticism of the rebrand came after a week of sustained social media outrage over the redesigned logo, which simplified the font and removed the &#34;old timer&#34; sitting in a chair, leaning over a barrel.</p><p>The logo redesign was unveiled on August 19 as part of the company&#39;s broader rebranding effort, which has faced similar criticism online.</p><p>Since the official rebranding began in early August, more than 20 more petitions have been launched on Change.org regarding Cracker Barrel&#39;s modernization, a representative for the digital petition website previously told Business Insider. Some fans have been calling to &#34;Save the Soul of Cracker Barrel,&#34; and others urged a boycott over what they describe as the chain&#39;s &#34;woke&#34; agenda.</p><p>Business Insider previously reported that customers in Cracker Barrel locations were divided over the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cracker-barrel-customers-divided-renovations-menu-refresh-2025-8">restaurant&#39;s rebrand</a>, which included store renovations in addition to the new logo, but were more concerned about the chain&#39;s menu, which fans say is in need of a refresh.</p><p><em>Do you have a story to share about Cracker Barrel or another restaurant chain? Reach out to this reporter at </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="mailto:ktl@businessinsider.com"><em><u>ktl@businessinsider.com</u></em></a></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cracker-barrel-changing-logo-back-trump-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
150.      <author>ktl@businessinsider.com (Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert)</author>
151.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/cracker-barrel-changing-logo-back-trump-2025-8</guid>
152.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:36:20 +0000</pubDate>
153.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/food">Food</category>
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155.      <category>cracker-barrel</category>
156.      <category>rebrand</category>
157.      <category>new-logo</category>
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161.      <title>Alphabet&#39;s life sciences unit Verily lays off staff and cuts its devices program. Read the full memo its CEO sent to staff.</title>
162.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/alphabets-verily-lays-off-staff-cuts-its-devices-program-2025-8</link>
163.      <description>Verily, Google&#39;s sister company, made cuts to staff as part of a big internal shakeup. Its CEO warned of &#34;difficult decisions&#34; ahead.</description>
164.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67621daf6c531c315b88df69?format=jpeg" height="800" width="1200" charset="" alt="Verily CEO Stephen Gillett"/><figcaption>Verily CEO Stephen Gillett<p class="copyright">Business Wire</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Verily, Google&#39;s life sciences sister company, has laid off staff and cut its devices program.</li><li>In a memo to staff, CEO Stephen Gillett said Verily was continuing to narrow its focus.</li><li>&#34;The path forward requires difficult decisions,&#34; he wrote.</li></ul><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/verily-fundraise-2025-ai-strategy-google-breakup-2024-12">Verily</a>, Alphabet&#39;s life sciences company, has cut staff and closed down its long-running devices program, Business Insider has learned.</p><p>The cuts were announced internally on Monday, according to a memo sent to staff by CEO Stephen Gillett and obtained by Business Insider.</p><p>Verily, which began life as a moonshot inside Google&#39;s X lab, has been on a journey to cut costs and streamline projects. The group has refocused its strategy around AI and developing infrastructure for other companies to lean on, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/verily-fundraise-2025-ai-strategy-google-breakup-2024-12">Business Insider previously reported</a>.</p><p>Gillett told staff that a &#34;significant part&#34; of the changes were due to a decision to wind down Verily&#39;s devices program, which was responsible for an array of projects including <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://verily.com/perspectives/study-watch-another-step-closer-to-powering-precision-health">a clinical study watch</a>, a retinal camera, and a partnership with Dexcom for its wearable glucose sensor.</p><p>&#34;Over the years, Verily has built a legacy in developing world-class, innovative medical devices,&#34; Gillett wrote in the email. &#34;The dedicated professionals in our Devices organizations &mdash; many who have devoted a decade or more to this important work &mdash; have poured their hearts, expertise, and commitment into advancing healthcare technology.&#34;</p><p>The exact number of employees cut could not be learned.</p><p>&#34;As part of normal business operations, we continue to make deliberate choices about resourcing where we can have the greatest impact and to put ourselves on a faster path to sustained commercial success,&#34; a Verily spokesperson told Business Insider. They added that Verily has been on a strategic refocus since 2023 that has involved streamlining and simplifying the business.</p><p>&#34;We have made the difficult decision to discontinue manufacturing medical devices and will no longer be supporting them going forward.&#34; they added.</p><p>While it is still owned by Google&#39;s holding company, Alphabet, Verily has been gradually detaching from the technology and services it long shared with Google. Company leaders <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/verily-leave-google-alphabet-flywheel-life-sciences-2024-11">have told staff</a> that the efforts are important to one day becoming a fully independent company.</p><p>The company also sold its insurance business to Elevance Health earlier this year, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/verily-enters-agreement-to-sell-its-insurance-business-2025-2">Business Insider previously reported</a>. Some staff benefits have been cut in recent months while employee salary bands have been re-benchmarked to the healthcare, rather than technology, industry, according to two employees familiar with the changes.</p><p>Here&#39;s the full memo sent by Gillett to Verily employees on Monday:</p><blockquote class="blockquote"><section class="blockquote-wrapper">Veeps,</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">I&#39;m writing to share some difficult news. Today we have made workforce reductions across the company as part of our ongoing efforts to manage costs and ensure resources are allocated to our most critical priorities. All impacted Veeps have been notified.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">These are not decisions we&#39;ve taken lightly, and I want to address both those who will be impacted and those who will continue with us on Verily&#39;s journey.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">A significant part of these changes is the decision to wind down our Devices program. Over the years, Verily has built a legacy in developing world-class, innovative medical devices. The dedicated professionals in our Devices organizations &mdash; many who have devoted a decade or more to this important work &mdash; have poured their hearts, expertise, and commitment into advancing healthcare technology. To everyone who contributed to this program, whether as a core team member or in a supporting role across the company, your efforts have been extraordinary. You&#39;ve led groundbreaking achievements, from the launch of the Dexcom G7 CGM, to the Stargazer VNRC launch with other 7,800 patients screened, to Study Devices launched with numerous study partners, and these contributions have advanced patient care and medical research.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">As Verily has continued on its journey of narrowing product focus around our precision health platform, and data and AI strategy, we cannot support the investment of the resources necessary for the long-term growth and scaling of our Devices programs, and have therefore made the difficult decision to fully wind down the program. We will continue to honor our commitments by supporting customers using the Numetric Watch in active clinical trials.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">To all of our departing Veeps: Your contributions to programs across our business have been invaluable to Verily&#39;s mission and have made a lasting mark on the healthcare technology landscape. The innovation, dedication, and collaborative spirit you&#39;ve brought to your work have advanced our company and touched many lives. We are grateful for everything you&#39;ve given to Verily and to the patients and partners we serve together.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">To our continuing team members: I know this news is difficult to process, especially as we say goodbye to colleagues and friends. Your continued dedication during this transition period is both appreciated and essential as we focus our efforts on our core mission. The work ahead of us in precision health, data, and AI remains as important and exciting as ever, and we need your expertise and commitment to continue making a meaningful different in healthcare. We will be providing additional details about what today&#39;s changes mean for Verily and for you and your teams in the coming days, both within your respective functions and in our next town hall.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">During this challenging time, I ask for your patience and understanding as we prioritize supporting our departing colleagues in the days ahead. To everyone &mdash; whether you&#39;re leaving us or continuing with Verily &mdash; thank you for your professionalism, your contributions, and your commitment to our shared mission of using technology to improve human health.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">The path forward requires difficult decisions, but I remain confident in Verily&#39;s future and grateful for the exceptional team that will continue building it.</section><section class="blockquote-wrapper">Stephen</section></blockquote><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alphabets-verily-lays-off-staff-cuts-its-devices-program-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
165.      <author>hlangley@businessinsider.com (Hugh Langley)</author>
166.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/alphabets-verily-lays-off-staff-cuts-its-devices-program-2025-8</guid>
167.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:16:01 +0000</pubDate>
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177.      <title>You&#39;ve heard of their boxer briefs, but Tommy John&#39;s underwear for women takes comfort to a new level</title>
178.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/tommy-john-womens-underwear-review</link>
179.      <description>We wore and washed Tommy John&#39;s underwear for women to test its durability and comfort. Each pair felt soft, light, breathable, and didn&#39;t pill.</description>
180.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/666367e2a2a35d0ca376f6e1?format=jpeg" height="600" width="1200" charset="" alt="An assortment of five pairs of women&#39;s underwear atop a white sheet."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Tommy John</p></figcaption></figure><p>For over a decade, apparel brand <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow nofollow sponsored" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=c957e803a14fc567f2d5aa78e21825987a41e4cd35f7761092d7e93516a4eafe&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftommyjohn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tommy John</a> has produced the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/tommy-john-review">underwear, undershirts, and loungewear</a> that guys can&#39;t get enough of. During this time, it primarily focused on growing its men&#39;s business from a simple undershirt to a whole line of clothing. And all the while, it&#39;s been fielding requests to make women&#39;s underwear, too. Our team wore and washed these long-awaited pairs and were unanimously impressed. </p><p>According to Tommy John co-founder Erin Fujimoto, it took two years of extensive research, development, and trials to get it right. As a busy working mother, she values function and comfort, and she personally wore every single prototype manufactured to ensure that it solved for bunching, rolling, and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-no-show-underwear">visible panty lines</a>.</p><p>The real turning point for Fujimoto was seeing a Facebook photo from a woman wearing Tommy John boxer briefs, captioned &#34;Tommy John underwear is the most comfortable underwear I&#39;ve ever worn.&#34;</p><p>&#34;The fact that this woman was saying she couldn&#39;t find a pair of underwear that fit her better and was more comfortable than our men&#39;s boxer briefs really stuck with me,&#34; Fujimoto told Business Insider. &#34;Clearly there was a hole in the market for comfortable, functional underwear that was designed to solve the unique problems women face. I knew then that we had to design something for her.&#34;</p><p>After years of hearing about the fantastic <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-boxer-briefs-for-men">boxer briefs</a> the men on our team have enjoyed, here are our reviews on Tommy John&#39;s best underwear for women, including its bikinis, briefs, and thongs.</p><h2 id="e38d761f-b43e-4afa-a528-2142296b47b7" data-toc-id="e38d761f-b43e-4afa-a528-2142296b47b7">Our favorite Tommy John women&#39;s underwear we tested:</h2><p>Second Skin is a soft, micro-modal fabric that comes in three styles: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=28743c6e880e0fc3ebf728564de90b553155c0fd7522905797019c82466f766a&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-second-skin-thong-lace-waist%3Fcolor%3Dcabernet-shadow-floral-lacehttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-second-skin-thong" data-autoaffiliated="true">Thong</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=87af1d9fdef675d98f10e202c9e951d7aa610a13bab2a60dec46a40848ae8219&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-underwear%3Fsort-by%3Drelevance%26sort-order%3Ddescending%26filter%255Bfacet_collection%255D%3Dsecondskin%26filter%255Bfacet_style%255D%3Dbriefs" data-autoaffiliated="true">Brief</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=c57392109ce4ee5cf155e8705a9c4857ceeb91c7a481e5c1d47d26b710b44d24&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Funderwear-womens-styles-boyshort%3Fsort-by%3Drelevance%26sort-order%3Ddescending%26filter%255Bfacet_collection%255D%3Dsecondskin" data-autoaffiliated="true">Boyshort</a>. This proprietary fabric doesn&#39;t pill and continues to look new even after many wash and wears, a just-short-of-magical trick that Fujimoto says is accomplished by singeing the fine micro-modal fibers together to prevent little balls from appearing.</p><p>The Air fabric is a thin, stretchy mesh material with barely-there holes that allow air to pass and dries much more quickly than cotton.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae23a8cfc04e97619c1525?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Left: Black mesh underwear. Right: The author wears a workout set with invisible underwear beneath bike shorts."/><figcaption>Even under tight-fitting bike shorts, the Tommy John Air bikini is invisible.<p class="copyright">Gabrielle Chase/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>&#34;When I&#39;m being tempted to skip the gym, a big factor in my decision is choosing my outfit. This starts with what goes beneath my <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-workout-sets-women">matching workout set</a>. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=aabe715f82aa2ecc0169851e841f2118933dabc3f61e4f78fcade6e22703f0fc&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-air-bikini%3Fcolor%3DRugby%2BTan" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tommy John&#39;s Air bikini</a> is my favorite no-show underwear for exercising because it keeps me amazingly well ventilated. Sweating in a thong for extended periods is not only uncomfortable, but it poses health risks for those with a sensitive pH balance. I love this pair because it stays put even when I squat, and the mesh fabric feels like next to nothing.<br/><br/>My hips measure 37 inches so I got a size Small, but next time I&#39;d size up to a Medium. The stretchy fabric is quick drying and the waistband doesn&#39;t roll down at any point in my pilates routine. On the gusset is a layer of cotton, which is a small hygienic detail I appreciate during a workout.&#34; &mdash; <strong>Gabrielle Chase, senior associate style editor</strong></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/5ac65bd07708e91f247234cc?format=jpeg" height="600" width="800" charset="" alt="A model wearing Tommy John&#39;s Air cheeky brief."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Tommy John</p></figcaption></figure><p>Second Skin is a soft, micro-modal fabric that comes in three styles: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=28743c6e880e0fc3ebf728564de90b553155c0fd7522905797019c82466f766a&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-second-skin-thong-lace-waist%3Fcolor%3Dcabernet-shadow-floral-lacehttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-second-skin-thong" data-autoaffiliated="true">Thong</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=87af1d9fdef675d98f10e202c9e951d7aa610a13bab2a60dec46a40848ae8219&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-underwear%3Fsort-by%3Drelevance%26sort-order%3Ddescending%26filter%255Bfacet_collection%255D%3Dsecondskin%26filter%255Bfacet_style%255D%3Dbriefs" data-autoaffiliated="true">Brief</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=c57392109ce4ee5cf155e8705a9c4857ceeb91c7a481e5c1d47d26b710b44d24&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Funderwear-womens-styles-boyshort%3Fsort-by%3Drelevance%26sort-order%3Ddescending%26filter%255Bfacet_collection%255D%3Dsecondskin" data-autoaffiliated="true">Boyshort</a>. This proprietary fabric doesn&#39;t pill and continues to look new even after many wash and wears, a just-short-of-magical trick that Fujimoto says is accomplished by singeing the fine micro-modal fibers together to prevent little balls from appearing.</p><p>&#34;All too often, women&#39;s underwear is designed to be sexy instead of comfortable. Tommy John made a name for itself by creating supremely comfortable underwear for men that needs no adjustments, and that philosophy has translated perfectly to Tommy John&#39;s underwear for women.</p><p>The Air material is an ultra-light, mesh, anti-microbial stretch fabric with seamless, bonded edges that promise no visible panty lines and comes in five styles: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=fe4ae0bc3950597a2a0622324c4b3f6e4878b78a052422f5ce17d9ab13bbd70f&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-air-bikini" data-autoaffiliated="true">Bikini</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=dc3d292fe936389f5a38e3ca94854ad14ea964110cd226aefa79862932e16e37&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-air-thong%2F%3Fcolor%3Drugby-tan" data-autoaffiliated="true">Thong</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=948f7c9e57288176a129bf9209892643f304ff6a7bf5699c134a3c8ff9ad03c7&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-air-hipster" data-autoaffiliated="true">Hipster</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=a9b0dd10aaec8ba98e2b040c72177355ff2db5a5ea8bb6b9698b05ec3b5f87fe&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-air-brief%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Brief</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=915fcbe03687e6b22183db9dbf14e2ad75e878850bc8b4aaf248b58b07c18060&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-air-high-rise-brief" data-autoaffiliated="true">High-Rise Brief</a>.</p><p>I&#39;m not exaggerating when I say that the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=ab6c0ceb8b1a5a38b8cbb8a70978aa7cb8595b5aa2da1430ca6e00416d98ad9d&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-second-skin-brief-woss188sw1" data-autoaffiliated="true">Second Skin Brief</a> is the most comfortable pair of underwear I&#39;ve ever worn. The breathable material is silky soft, the wide elastic waistband is smooth, and there is actually enough fabric to give full coverage everywhere you need it. I didn&#39;t have to make any adjustments during the day, either.&#34; &mdash; <strong>Malarie Gokey, former Director of Learning &amp; Development</strong></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/5ac65bd07708e91f247234cd?format=jpeg" height="600" width="800" charset="" alt="A model wearing Tommy John&#39;s second skin brief."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Tommy John</p></figcaption></figure><p>&#34;I used to buy into the idea that women&#39;s underwear had to be at least a little uncomfortable, but after discovering<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=932e8d7633641d01a0d27111a443d6f6f9a8d71a17ad5f90df6f1260eea541ff&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gopjn.com%2Ft%2FTUJGRkxNR0JGSEhLR01CRktJSkpF%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.meundies.com%252F" data-autoaffiliated="true"> MeUndies</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/everlane-underwear-bra-review">Everlane&#39;s underwear</a>, and now Tommy John&#39;s, I realize how ridiculous that idea is.</p><p>I tried the<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=ab6c0ceb8b1a5a38b8cbb8a70978aa7cb8595b5aa2da1430ca6e00416d98ad9d&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-second-skin-brief-woss188sw1" data-autoaffiliated="true"> Second Skin Brief</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=dc3d292fe936389f5a38e3ca94854ad14ea964110cd226aefa79862932e16e37&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-air-thong%2F%3Fcolor%3Drugby-tan" data-autoaffiliated="true">Air Thong</a> and both were a noticeable upgrade from my previous go-tos. Both materials feel slightly more technical (which might closely resemble the feeling of &#39;smoother&#39;) than cotton. The Air is feather-light and gives you that no-feel feeling as promised, and the Second Skin material feels cool and silky to the touch. I loved both, but given the total &#39;airiness&#39; of the Air line, I&#39;ll probably be grabbing a couple more of those styles in the future.&#34; &mdash; <strong>Mara Leighton, former Insider Reviews reporter</strong></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/5ac678d57708e923046302e7?format=jpeg" height="828" width="1103" charset="" alt="A model wearing Tommy John&#39;s underwear for women in the color gray."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Tommy John</p></figcaption></figure><p>&#34;For me, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=dc3d292fe936389f5a38e3ca94854ad14ea964110cd226aefa79862932e16e37&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-air-thong%2F%3Fcolor%3Drugby-tan" data-autoaffiliated="true">Air Thong </a>and<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=cd5e04b2258503536eb981e2fe598ee18b1f72a557903ac40638a7caf5b5851d&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-second-skin-cheeky-lace-waist%3Fcolor%3Dsoft-pink-lace" data-autoaffiliated="true"> Second Skin Cheeky</a> have joined the first tier of my underwear drawer. I believe underwear collections exist in layers &mdash; the first tier that you wear every week, the second tier of somewhat flawed models, and the third tier of last resorts. Tommy John&#39;s definitely deserves its place in the coveted first line because I&#39;m already looking forward to the next time I get to wear the Second Skin pair.</p><p>Micro-modal is one of my favorite fabrics because of how soft and comfortable it is, and in underwear form is where it shines. The wide waistband didn&#39;t dig into or squeeze my skin at all. There&#39;s a generous amount of fabric in the Cheeky, which usually lends the risk of bunching and shifting, but it wasn&#39;t until I got home and thought about it did I realize I didn&#39;t have to awkwardly adjust my underwear the entire day.&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, the Air Thong was lightweight and felt barely there. Certain outfits dictate wearing a thong, often prompting women to give up on wearing the outfit altogether for fear of how uncomfortable the thong will be. Thanks to great designs like Tommy John&#39;s and Everlane&#39;s, I&#39;ve gotten over this fear and have a new appreciation for this low-profile style.&#34; &mdash; <strong>Connie Chen, former Insider Reviews reporter</strong></p><h2 id="2521a151-f639-49c2-a0c6-6314d8c24164" data-toc-id="2521a151-f639-49c2-a0c6-6314d8c24164">The bottom line</h2><p>We waited a decade for Tommy John women&#39;s underwear, which takes everything great about the men&#39;s underwear and tweaks it for the cuts and colors women love. Ranging in price from $18 to $22 each (or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62794-20&amp;h=20bf4c174bffb3980a3fe218a2c12e02c8476487379c0ca4db733a40caf21224&amp;postID=5e27382ee0e1440d786fdcbc&amp;postSlug=tommy-john-womens-underwear-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tommyjohn.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-intimates-packs%3Fsort-by%3Drelevance%26sort-order%3Ddescending" data-autoaffiliated="true">3 for $42</a>), the styles are a little pricier than your average underwear brand&#39;s, but if our reviews are any indication, they are completely worth the investment.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tommy-john-womens-underwear-review">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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183.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 21:29:52 +0000</pubDate>
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198.      <title>Fed emphasizes its commitment to &#39;independence&#39; as Lisa Cook pledges to sue over Trump&#39;s &#39;illegal&#39; firing</title>
199.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/lisa-cook-lawsuit-trump-firing-attempt-federal-reserve-2025-8</link>
200.      <description>President Donald Trump said he was firing Lisa Cook from her position on the Federal Reserve board, but it&#39;s unclear if he has the authority to do so.</description>
201.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68addedca17a8c5b40537f39?format=jpeg" height="2634" width="3513" charset="" alt="Lisa Cook"/><figcaption>Lisa Cook&#39;s lawyer said she plans to sue over President Donald Trump&#39;s decision to try to fire her from the Federal Reserve.<p class="copyright">Drew Angerer/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Lisa Cook plans to sue over <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump" data-autoaffiliated="false">Trump</a>&#39;s attempt to fire her from the Federal Reserve, her lawyer said.</li><li>Trump said he was firing her because he took issue with her personal mortgage documents.</li><li>In a statement, the Fed emphasized its independence and said it would accept any court decision.</li></ul><p>The Federal Reserve is emphasizing its independence as Lisa Cook makes it clear she isn&#39;t going down without a fight.</p><p>In its first comments on the showdown, the Federal Reserve said through a spokesperson that the central bank will let the court system have the final word.</p><p>&#34;The Federal Reserve reaffirms its commitment to transparency, accountability, and independence in the service of American families, communities, and businesses,&#34; a spokesperson for the Fed said in a statement on Tuesday.</p><p>Cook plans to file a lawsuit challenging <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-says-removed-key-fed-official-governor-lisa-cook-2025-8">President Donald Trump&#39;s attempt to fire her</a> from her position on the Federal Reserve&#39;s board of governors, her attorney said earlier in the day.</p><p>&#34;President Trump has no authority to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook,&#34; her lawyer Abbe Lowell said in a statement. &#34;His attempt to fire her, based solely on a referral letter, lacks any factual or legal basis. We will be filing a lawsuit challenging this illegal action.&#34;</p><p>Alluding to the core of the coming fight, the Fed praised the long tenures of its governors, which are the foundation of its ability to fend off political interference.</p><p>&#34;Long tenures and removal protections for governors serve as a vital safeguard, ensuring that monetary policy decisions are based on data, economic analysis, and the long-term interests of the American people,&#34; the spokesperson said. They also said the Fed &#34;will abide by any court decision.&#34;</p><p>The Fed&#39;s independence was once boilerplate. The unprecedented presidential firing of a sitting governor reminds us that the central bank may not go quietly amid Trump&#39;s efforts to forcibly reshape it.</p><p>It remains unclear what Cook will do in the meantime. A spokesperson for the Fed did not respond to Business Insider&#39;s question on whether she showed up to work on Tuesday. Security officers outside the central bank said they were unaware.</p><p>White House spokesperson Kush Desai told Business Insider that Trump &#34;exercised his lawful authority to remove a governor on the federal board of governors for cause.&#34;</p><p>&#34;The President determined there was cause to remove a governor who was credibly accused of lying in financial documents from a highly sensitive position overseeing financial institutions,&#34; Desai said.</p><p>Trump told reporters that he would also obey a final ruling. The legal fight could reach the Supreme Court, which already addressed the role of the Fed in an unrelated case earlier this year.</p><p>&#34;I abide by the court, yeah, I abide by the court,&#34; Trump told reporters at the White House on Tuesday.</p><p>Cook may want a resolution quickly. The Fed&#39;s Open Markets Committee will make another rate-setting decision next month. If an FOMC member cannot attend, an alternate can vote in their place, though it is rare for a governor to miss such a vote.</p><h2 id="f9192afd-6d39-4e17-a045-d74af3a02b1a" data-toc-id="f9192afd-6d39-4e17-a045-d74af3a02b1a"><strong>Trump&#39;s pressure on the Fed isn&#39;t new</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/688c9ede85e81483682f1a32?format=jpeg" height="3521" width="5282" charset="" alt="Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell following the regular Federal Open Market Committee meetings at the Fed on July 30, 2025."/><figcaption>Jerome Powell faces renewed attacks from Trump, who called him a &#34;moron&#34; after the Fed held rates steady.<p class="copyright">Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The showdown between Cook and Trump comes as Trump has exerted pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates.</p><p>Over the past several months, he&#39;s frequently criticized Federal Reserve Board Chairman <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/who-is-jerome-powell-federal-reserve-chair">Jerome Powell</a>, whom he appointed to the position in his first term, and other members of the board for keeping interest rates high.</p><p>Trump published a letter Thursday night saying he was firing Cook for &#34;cause,&#34; accusing her of lying on mortgage documents.</p><p>Cook said in a statement that she took the allegations &mdash; which were first raised by Trump ally Bill Pulte, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency &mdash; seriously. But she said Trump did not have the authority to fire her.</p><p>&#34;President Trump purported to fire me &#39;for cause&#39; when no cause exists under the law, and he has no authority to do so,&#34; Cook said in a statement following Trump&#39;s letter.</p><p>In a cabinet meeting Tuesday, Trump cited Cook&#39;s role in the Federal Reserve, which influences interest rates set by financial institutions.</p><p>&#34;She seems to have had an infraction, and she can&#39;t have an infraction,&#34; Trump said. &#34;Especially that infraction. Because she&#39;s in charge of, if you think about it, mortgages, and we need people who are 100% above board. And it doesn&#39;t seem like she was.&#34;</p><p>Federal Reserve governors serve staggered 14-year terms after they are appointed by the president and confirmed by the US Senate.</p><p>The term for Cook, an appointee of former President Joe Biden, is scheduled to conclude in 2038. Another Biden appointee, Adriana Kugler, resigned from the board earlier in August.</p><p>Trump previously nominated Stephen Miran, who leads Trump&#39;s Council of Economic Advisors, to serve out the remainder of Kugler&#39;s term. He has said that he wants Miran to be confirmed before the Fed&#39;s September meeting. On Tuesday, Trump told reporters that he was considering naming Miran to replace Cook, though Cook is contesting that her seat is even open.</p><p>If Trump is able to replace both Kugler and Cook, he will have appointed a majority of the sitting Federal Reserve governors, potentially letting him reshape the central bank&#39;s fiscal policy in his image. Trump appointed Fed Govs. Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman during his first term. All Federal Reserve governors must be confirmed by the US Senate, though Trump&#39;s picks could be confirmed without a single Senate Democrat voting in their favor.</p><p>Because the Federal Reserve is an independent agency, presidents have limited power to fire its members.</p><p>Cook&#39;s legal challenge puts Trump on a collision course with the Supreme Court, which has so far been friendly toward his decisions to fire members of independent agencies.</p><p>Earlier this year, the Supreme Court sided with Trump in pushing out members from their posts in two other independent agencies while additional legal battles played out. In those cases, Trump said he was firing the appointees without citing any cause.</p><p>But in one of the unsigned opinions, in May, the Supreme Court majority said their decision would not &#34;implicate the constitutionality of for-cause removal protections&#34; of Federal Reserve members, without explaining what they meant.</p><p>&#34;The Federal Reserve is a uniquely structured, quasi-private entity that follows in the distinct historical tradition of the First and Second Banks of the United States,&#34; the justices wrote.</p><p>To challenge her firing, Cook hired Lowell, a pugilistic Washington attorney who <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/rachel-cohen-big-law-abbe-lowell-trump-skadden-2025-5">recently founded </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/rachel-cohen-big-law-abbe-lowell-trump-skadden-2025-5">Lowell &amp; Associates</a>, a firm focused on representing Trump&#39;s political targets.</p><p>Lowell&#39;s firm represents New York Attorney General Letitia James, whom Trump and Pulte have also criticized over her personal mortgage filings.</p><p>Lowell is also suing the administration on behalf of Mark Zaid, a national security lawyer who represents whistleblowers, and Miles Taylor, an official in Trump&#39;s first presidential administration who has since publicly criticized him.<br/></p><p><em>This story has been updated with the Fed&#39;s statement</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/lisa-cook-lawsuit-trump-firing-attempt-federal-reserve-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
202.      <author>jshamsian@businessinsider.com (Jacob Shamsian,Brent D. Griffiths)</author>
203.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/lisa-cook-lawsuit-trump-firing-attempt-federal-reserve-2025-8</guid>
204.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 21:19:44 +0000</pubDate>
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217.      <title>How to get System of a Down tour tickets: New Jersey, Chicago, and Toronto</title>
218.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert</link>
219.      <description>It&#39;s not too late to see &#34;Chop Suey&#34; live. System of a Down is performing this fall in three North American cities, but tickets are selling fast.</description>
220.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/687aac183d5881a51c1da0c3?format=jpeg" height="2370" width="4740" charset="" alt="Singer Serj Tankian, front man of the band System of a Down, in concert at Firenze Rocks Festival. Florence, Italy. 25th June 2017"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Mondadori Portfolio / Contributor</p></figcaption></figure><p>System of a Down is officially hitting the road again in 2025, marking a rare return to the North American live music scene. However, the iconic &#34;BYOB&#34; band is only playing three exclusive shows &mdash; in New Jersey, Chicago, and Toronto. With such a limited tour schedule, ticket demand is soaring, and fans are scrambling to secure seats before they sell out. Below, I&#39;ve outlined everything you need to know about how to buy System of a Down tickets, including venue details, presale dates, and the best places to find verified tickets for each city.</p><p>The band featuring Serj Tankian (lead vocals, keyboards), Daron Malakian (guitar, vocals), Shavo Odadjian (bass, backing vocals), and John Dolmayan (drums) will start at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on August 27 and 28 before they travel to Chicago’s Soldier Field for their concerts on August 21 and September 1. The tour will come to a close in Toronto at the Rogers Stadium for the shows on September 3 and 5.</p><p>The Armenian-American heavy metal band was formed in Glendale, California, in 1994. Over 7 years, from 1998 to 2005, the band released five total albums, and no additional albums have been released since the final two, Mezmerize and Hypnotize. The band went on hiatus a year later before getting back together in 2010. In November 2020, in response to the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War, System of a Down released their first songs in 15 years, &#34;Protect the Land&#34; and &#34;Genocidal Hum.&#34;</p><p>If you’re looking for how to get tickets to System of the Down’s 2025 stadium tour, then we’ve got you covered. Here’s our breakdown of the band’s 2025 tour schedule, purchasing details, and price comparisons between resale and original tickets. You can also browse concert and ticket specifics at your convenience on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=91089fab5e4d4d99fe49a0c1942e36ad4895521181af3024a711e07e76bd3f46&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F12287" data-autoaffiliated="true">StubHub</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=f38743722045b924715ef20a0d8dd39b1e484c6915e9e19b2ff914aef653cf27&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F2457" data-autoaffiliated="true">Vivid Seats</a>.</p><ul><li>See also: <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/stubhub-review-fees">Is StubHub legit?</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-metallica-tickets-concert-tour">Metallica tickets</a> | <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-sleep-token-tour-tickets-concert">Sleep Token tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-eagles-tickets-concert-tour">Eagles tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-coldplay-tickets">Coldplay tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-ac-dc-tickets-concert-dates-and-prices-compared">AC/DC tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-sting-tickets-concert-tour">Sting tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-oasis-tickets">Oasis tickets</a></li></ul><h2 id="f864d5a9-6913-4c0b-b479-938b3dd58e54" data-toc-id="f864d5a9-6913-4c0b-b479-938b3dd58e54" data-toc-label="System of a Down’s 2025 tour schedule"><strong>System of a Down’s 2025 tour schedule</strong></h2><p>System of a Down will be hitting three cities for two days each for their 2025 stadium tour. The tour starts in New Jersey for the August 26 and 27 shows, moves on to Chicago for August 31 and September 1, before concluding in Toronto for the September 3 and 5 concerts.</p><table style="min-width: 100px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date</strong></td><td><strong>City</strong></td><td><strong>StubHub prices</strong></td><td><strong>Vivid Seats prices</strong></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 27, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New Jersey, NJ</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=c19d60cdee93392872e9569e6facd25bdb8e2db78a631b51a92f69ee23710a9f&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-east-rutherford-tickets-8-27-2025%2Fevent%2F156525869%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$111</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=5a0d4d9d869d790ee47b69c0478f3feb0d12e84ae262fa5465ee0c9ee32a81bc&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets-east-rutherford-metlife-stadium-8-27-2025--concerts-hard-rock%2Fproduction%2F5420483" data-autoaffiliated="true">$101</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 28, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New Jersey, NJ</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=19d71ddbf0d5c36ef293fe9c59bf49bbcbf362771671753074646adb5a08d4ca&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-east-rutherford-tickets-8-28-2025%2Fevent%2F156455051%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$136</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=93eb38e6ec83835b0b6df5237c2d4dc4629a9f1949932b1f22f7aa239e40241b&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets-east-rutherford-metlife-stadium-8-28-2025--concerts-hard-rock%2Fproduction%2F5410872" data-autoaffiliated="true">$119</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 31, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Chicago, IL</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=d3168df28ecaaef92f268bc218a414b7bd1ecc4024b528e0b5ca4109dbc37a54&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-chicago-tickets-8-31-2025%2Fevent%2F156455071%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$188</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=ccc37b19853533275a38d03e8d41053e83999b38fc3b7a74e2878509bee059c5&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets-chicago-soldier-field-parking-8-31-2025--concerts-hard-rock%2Fproduction%2F5410871" data-autoaffiliated="true">$176</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 1, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Chicago, IL</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" 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rowspan="1">Toronto, Canada</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=f3d47d9d851e5f5ad3c20c0aed432c15006c9d2ae59c91223481e5dc3238e4ec&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-toronto-tickets-9-3-2025%2Fevent%2F156455072%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$68</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=540de559be87e4142d53f476d6bf2cd84bf8c7bf7bef12d1b4df5febc232c99b&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets-toronto-rogers-stadium---toronto-9-3-2025--concerts-hard-rock%2Fproduction%2F5410873" data-autoaffiliated="true">$83</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 5, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Toronto, Canada</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=f75ceafd5dff2888fe5f7cc5c7007ff0a5b44e709aeca7ffb0e6657df34281e9&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-toronto-tickets-9-5-2025%2Fevent%2F156525868%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$101</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=29a9f6bb6c5e4952ae6bfb38287ac3313dae3077b8a07a582726a4ed36316406&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets-toronto-rogers-stadium---toronto-9-5-2025--concerts-hard-rock%2Fproduction%2F5420232" data-autoaffiliated="true">$119</a></td></tr></tbody></table><ul><li><em>Follow our </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em><u>WhatsApp channel</u></em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/"><em><u>Instagram</u></em></a><em> for more deals and buying guides.</em></li></ul><hr/><h2 id="39d6c49b-4281-4bca-af1b-d49c2bce9b02" data-toc-id="39d6c49b-4281-4bca-af1b-d49c2bce9b02" data-toc-label="How to buy tickets for System of the Down’s 2025 concert tour"><strong>How to buy tickets for System of the Down’s 2025 concert tour</strong></h2><p>You can buy standard original tickets for System of the Down’s 2025 stadium tour dates on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=8664f89532a830c0ab866e4a15abda7a1911f5eebd02f8676194b175467b6c0a&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fartist%2F726146" data-autoaffiliated="true">Ticketmaster</a>. However, due to the high demand, the number of remaining original tickets is limited.</p><p>Tickets to System of the Down’s 2025 tour can also be purchased through verified resale ticket vendors like <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=91089fab5e4d4d99fe49a0c1942e36ad4895521181af3024a711e07e76bd3f46&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F12287" data-autoaffiliated="true">StubHub</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=f38743722045b924715ef20a0d8dd39b1e484c6915e9e19b2ff914aef653cf27&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F2457" data-autoaffiliated="true">Vivid Seats</a>. For tour dates with a more limited inventory of original tickets, you may find better luck with seating variety and availability on these sites.</p><h2 id="9b901e7f-1027-4965-935e-ed5d86cf7cc1" data-toc-id="9b901e7f-1027-4965-935e-ed5d86cf7cc1" data-toc-label="How much are tickets?"><strong>How much are tickets?</strong></h2><p>Ticket prices for System of the Down’s 2025 tour dates vary depending on the date, location, and demand for each show. On Ticketmaster, the cheapest available tickets range from $133 for the opener show in New Jersey on August 27 to $464 for the August 31 show in Chicago.</p><p>As of writing, the full price breakdown for the cheapest original tickets on ticket master is as follows:</p><table style="min-width: 75px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date</strong></td><td><strong>City</strong></td><td><strong>Ticketmaster prices</strong></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 27, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New Jersey, NJ</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$133</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 28, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New Jersey, NJ</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$469</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">August 31, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Chicago, IL</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$464</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 1, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Chicago, IL</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$138</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 3, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Toronto, Canada</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">CA$231</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 5, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Toronto, Canada</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">CA$243</td></tr></tbody></table><p>The lowest-cost tickets to System of the Down’s shows on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=91089fab5e4d4d99fe49a0c1942e36ad4895521181af3024a711e07e76bd3f46&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F12287" data-autoaffiliated="true">StubHub</a> range from $68 for the September 3 show in Toronto to $188 for the Chicago show on August 31. <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110059276bp-20&amp;h=f38743722045b924715ef20a0d8dd39b1e484c6915e9e19b2ff914aef653cf27&amp;postID=687aaa58f1b38408f3a855ff&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Fsystem-of-a-down-tickets%2Fperformer%2F2457" data-autoaffiliated="true">Vivid Seats</a> has similar prices, with the least expensive tickets ranging from $83 to $176 for the same dates.</p><h2 id="cc693edd-f861-4ba0-9b8d-f1a2ef33201a" data-toc-id="cc693edd-f861-4ba0-9b8d-f1a2ef33201a" data-toc-label="Who is opening for System of a Down’s tour?"><strong>Who is opening for System of a Down’s tour?</strong></h2><p>System of a Down will co-headline with different bands at each location and have an opener for all of the stadium tour&#39;s shows. The band will appear alongside Korn in New Jersey on August 27 and 28, Avenge Sevenfold in Chicago on August 21 and September 1, and finally Deftones in Toronto on September 3 and 5. Progressive rock band Polyphia will be opening for all six shows of the tour.</p><h2 id="cbaff809-4fc7-4976-a87e-0ff70a919576" data-toc-id="cbaff809-4fc7-4976-a87e-0ff70a919576" data-toc-label="Will there be international tour dates?"><strong>Will there be international tour dates?</strong></h2><p>Two of the six shows for the Stadium tour will be in Toronto at the Rogers Stadium on September 3 and 5. No additional international tour dates have been announced at this time.</p><h2 id="f513c9db-eb0e-443d-87b5-22ee8cf7d20f" data-toc-id="f513c9db-eb0e-443d-87b5-22ee8cf7d20f" data-toc-label="Where can I find System of a Down merch?">Where can I find System of a Down merch?</h2><p id="f513c9db-eb0e-443d-87b5-22ee8cf7d20f">With a band as beloved as System of a Down, you can expect a lot of cheap and unoriginal knock-offs for sale online. If you&#39;re shopping for System of a Down merch, I&#39;d recommend checking out the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://store.systemofadown.com/">band&#39;s official site</a>, where they sell shirts, accessories, and hoodies for all ages.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-system-of-a-down-tour-tickets-concert">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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237.      <description>The College Football season is underway, and we&#39;ll outline the best streaming services to use if you don&#39;t have cable.</description>
238.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a8a76ea17a8c5b40535491?format=jpeg" height="1852" width="3703" charset="" alt="Jeremiah Smith #4 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs for a touchdown during the 2025 CFP National Championship."/><figcaption>Jeremiah Smith of Ohio State during the 2025 CFP National Championship, which the Buckeyes won.<p class="copyright">Todd Kirkland/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The college football regular season returns this month, and the watch options are spread out across more than a dozen networks and streamers. We&#39;ve combed through them all to identify what you need to know when it comes to how to watch college football, with an emphasis on nationally broadcast games.</p><p>Some of the top teams to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season include Texas, Penn State, Clemson, Georgia, Alabama, Notre Dame, and Oregon. The Ohio State Buckeyes, the reigning College Football Playoff National Champions, are also shaping up to put on another memorable season following their 34-23 victory over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish earlier this year.</p><p>As is the case with the NFL, there&#39;s no one place where you can watch absolutely every game (even if you have cable, thanks to some streaming exclusive games), but we&#39;ve identified the services that can help you out the most. Plus, we&#39;ve highlighted a couple of streaming options that are excellent cable alternatives if you&#39;re a cord-cutter looking for a comprehensive live TV option.</p><p>Below, we&#39;ve put together everything you need to know about watching college football this season. You can also check out our guide to the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/best-sports-streaming-services-apps-live">best sports streaming services</a> for a detailed breakdown and comparison of each app.</p><ul><li>See also: <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/how-to-watch-nfl-football-without-cable-live-stream">How to watch NFL games</a> | <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/where-to-watch-college-basketball-live-streams">Where to watch college basketball</a> | <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/how-to-watch-ufc">How to watch UFC</a></li></ul>
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240.        <h4 id="8b12591d-2e00-475c-a5b5-3b415c16126d" data-toc-id="8b12591d-2e00-475c-a5b5-3b415c16126d" data-toc-label="How to watch College Football: quick links">How to watch College Football: quick links</h4><ul><li><p><strong>US:</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">ESPN ($12/month)</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=8721594bf7c3bcbd57c3ef39b5420b181c0b3b0f98ca11f941b1256e425ce82f&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paramountplus.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Paramount Plus (from $13/month)</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=f310a4b772cde7085b2f7fc231ed558bb6689e0da5e367867ad5da3c0a0ef51a&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Peacock (from $11/month)</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=1e3fb696bbdb86813884158ec2e9e64a5dc2a54ce1cba247f82c951a9c2e37b6&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Sling TV (from $46-61/month)</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=76355f206120d3719ee719da06150539f45294a5bb7b5385620d56956cf29352&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fubo.tv%2Fwelcome" data-autoaffiliated="true">Fubo (from $85/month)</a></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=6f862fb96740e1cbc6d142128d204c341f63c60e22fb857e27fe5a3e58e9fbd9&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">DirecTV (from $70/month)</a></li></ul></li><li><strong>Access subscriptions from anywhere: </strong><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=7e0ef3d482acb0967b938e4b0cf9ed11f3292de012ff47ab7bb5d6d5ad7c5171&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdoqocy.com%2Fclick-6415797-13382109">NordVPN</a></li></ul>
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242.    <h2 id="637c8d62-a270-47d7-8be9-d1a27a9721c6" data-toc-id="637c8d62-a270-47d7-8be9-d1a27a9721c6" data-toc-label="How to watch in the US">How to watch College Football in the US</h2><p>College football is spread across several broadcasters and streaming services. ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, NBC, CBS, CBS Sports Network, SEC Network, ACC Network, ABC, FS1, FOX, the Big Ten Network, and the CW are among some of the main ways to watch the games. Of course, you can also catch some games through regional sports networks and other means if you&#39;re local.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">ESPN</a> is your best bet for live streaming ESPN, ABC, ESPN2, ESPNU, ACC Network, and SEC Network games, thanks to its brand-new ESPN Unlimited streaming service, which costs $30 a month. The refreshed app offers everything there is to watch on ESPN&#39;s linear networks <em>and</em> programming found on ESPN Plus, which will come in handy for streaming-exclusive games.</p><p>There&#39;s also a cheaper ESPN Select tier, which costs $12 a month and is essentially ESPN Plus with a new name. If you&#39;re an existing ESPN Plus subscriber, you&#39;ll automatically be enrolled in ESPN Select. You can learn more in our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/espn-streaming-service">ESPN streaming service</a> guide or explore a limited-time deal when you <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/disney-plus-hulu-espn-unlimited-bundle-deal-2025">bundle ESPN Unlimited with Disney Plus and Hulu</a>.</p><p>If you&#39;re only looking to watch a game that&#39;s on NBC, you can subscribe to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=f310a4b772cde7085b2f7fc231ed558bb6689e0da5e367867ad5da3c0a0ef51a&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Peacock&#39;s Premium Plus</a> tier for $17. There will also be some exclusive Peacock-only games, which are available on all tiers of service. Likewise, if you&#39;re only looking to watch a game on CBS, you can subscribe to Paramount Plus. You&#39;ll need to opt for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=8721594bf7c3bcbd57c3ef39b5420b181c0b3b0f98ca11f941b1256e425ce82f&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paramountplus.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Paramount Plus Premium</a> tier for $13 a month to access CBS live streaming options. Paramount Plus offers a one-week free trial for new users.</p><p>If you don&#39;t have cable and you&#39;re looking for a way to see almost all nationally broadcast games, it&#39;s probably time to check out a live TV package. Sling TV, Fubo, or DirecTV can all do the trick. When it comes to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=1e3fb696bbdb86813884158ec2e9e64a5dc2a54ce1cba247f82c951a9c2e37b6&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Sling</a>, you&#39;ll need to subscribe to the Sling Orange + Blue plan for $61 per month to access ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, and select local channels (like FOX, ABC, and NBC, but not CBS). You can also opt for some sports-centric add-ons, which add things like the SEC Network, the Big Ten Network, truTV, or ESPNU for an additional cost. The service also carries TNT, which came in handy last year during the playoffs.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=6f862fb96740e1cbc6d142128d204c341f63c60e22fb857e27fe5a3e58e9fbd9&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">DirecTV</a> is a great way to live stream pretty much all nationally broadcast games, thanks to its handy MySports genre pack. The pack offers everything ESPN-owned (including access to the new app and the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten networks) and FS1, FOX, NBC, CBS, the CBS Sports Network, and more. You&#39;ll just need to double-check local channel availability in your region before subscribing. Subscriptions cost $70 a month and come with a five-day free trial. Right now, new users can get $10 a month off their first two months of service.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=76355f206120d3719ee719da06150539f45294a5bb7b5385620d56956cf29352&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fubo.tv%2Fwelcome" data-autoaffiliated="true">Fubo</a> is another great live streaming option to catch most nationally broadcast games. It carries ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, FS1, SEC Network, Big Ten Network, The CW, and more. Plans start at $85 a month, and new customers can get a five-day free trial. This is an especially sports-friendly service that will also help you out with many NFL games this season.</p><h2 id="0632191f-9f93-4501-a8ee-45dcdc1d2860" data-toc-id="0632191f-9f93-4501-a8ee-45dcdc1d2860" data-toc-label="How to watch from anywhere">How to watch College Football from anywhere</h2><p>If you&#39;ll be traveling away from home during any big games, you can still keep up with your subscriptions using a VPN (virtual private network). This is a handy tool that enables you to change your electronic device&#39;s virtual location so that you can use your usual websites and apps from anywhere. Since the services we&#39;ve highlighted require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans traveling abroad.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=7e0ef3d482acb0967b938e4b0cf9ed11f3292de012ff47ab7bb5d6d5ad7c5171&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdoqocy.com%2Fclick-6415797-13382109">NordVPN</a> is our go-to recommendation due to its easy-to-use interface and hassle-free 30-day money-back guarantee. Check out our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/nordvpn-review">NordVPN review</a> for additional details, and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.</p>
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244.        <h4 id="08d88cf2-314e-4f20-9099-b6a153977ef8" data-toc-id="08d88cf2-314e-4f20-9099-b6a153977ef8" data-toc-label="How to watch with a VPN">How to use a VPN</h4><ul><li>Sign up for a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-72301-20&amp;h=7e0ef3d482acb0967b938e4b0cf9ed11f3292de012ff47ab7bb5d6d5ad7c5171&amp;postID=66c89615b6269761a738beb0&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fhow-to-watch-college-football-live-streams&amp;site=bi&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jdoqocy.com%2Fclick-6415797-13382109">VPN</a>&nbsp;if you don&#39;t have one.</li><li>Install it on the device you&#39;re using to watch.</li><li>Turn it on and set it to a US location.</li><li>Sign up for the streaming service you want using a US payment method.</li><li>Enjoy the game.</li></ul>
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246.    <hr/><p><em>Note:&nbsp;The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/how-to-watch-college-football-live-streams">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
247.      <author>insider@insider.com (Lillian Brown)</author>
248.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/how-to-watch-college-football-live-streams</guid>
249.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:54:25 +0000</pubDate>
250.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/insiderpicks-streaming">Streaming (Reviews)</category>
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263.      <title>Taylor Swift&#39;s $27,000 Cartier watch shone alongside her engagement ring</title>
264.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-cartier-watch-engagement-photos-post-2025-8</link>
265.      <description>Taylor Swift paired her gold engagement ring with a $27,300 Cartier watch in photos announcing her engagement to Travis Kelce.</description>
266.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae0896a17a8c5b40538624?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1440" charset="" alt="Composite image of Taylor Swift"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift wore a $27,000 watch in her engagement pictures.<p class="copyright">Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce on Instagram with photos featuring her gold ring.</li><li>Swift paired the engagement ring with a Cartier Santos Demoiselle watch worth $27,300.</li><li>The watch is rare and can be found for $18,000 on the resale market, SwissWatchExpo&#39;s CEO said.</li></ul><p>All eyes were on Taylor Swift&#39;s left hand when she announced her <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">engagement to Travis Kelce</a>. The jewel on her ring finger wasn&#39;t the only bling she wore.</p><p>Swift announced her betrothal to Kelce in an Instagram post on Tuesday. In the engagement photos, she paired her yellow gold ring with a diamond-encrusted Cartier Santos Demoiselle made of the same metal, said a watch seller who identified the model.</p><p>The watch retailed for $27,300, and it can show up on the resale market for around $18,000, Eugene Tutunikov, CEO of SwissWatchExpo, told Business Insider.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae0954194a2d49b8af388c?format=jpeg" height="1022" width="1082" charset="" alt="Santos Demoiselle Cartier Watch"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift&#39;s Cartier Santos Demoiselle retails for more than $27,000.<p class="copyright">SwissWatchExpo</p></figcaption></figure><p>Tutunikov described it as &#34;one of those rare pieces we don&#39;t come across often.&#34;</p><p>As of 2022, the Cartier Santos Demoiselle was no longer listed on the Cartier website, SwissWatchExpo said.</p><p>Swift has been spotted in the watch on a few occasions, including a virtual appearance at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-afc-championship-chiefs-game-outfit-controversial-trend-2025-1">AFC championship game</a> in which her now-fiancé played on January 26, and her recent appearance on Kelce&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-podcast-travis-kelce-showgirl-album-new-heights-2025-8">&#34;New Heights&#34; podcast</a>.</p><p>She&#39;s become known for her luxe jewelry collection. During her podcast appearance, she also wore a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-album-announcement-diamond-jewelry-cartier-watch-2025-8">Panthère de Cartier necklace</a> that retails for $11,400, for example.</p><p>For Swifties who may not be able to splurge on the $20,000 blinged-out version of the watch, a plain stainless steel version can be found on resale for less than $10,000, Tutunikov said.</p><p>&#34;It&#39;s Cartier through and through &mdash; Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands &mdash; but elevated with a refined, high-jewelry touch,&#34; Tutunikov said.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-cartier-watch-engagement-photos-post-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
267.      <author>jhart@insider.com (Jordan Hart)</author>
268.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-cartier-watch-engagement-photos-post-2025-8</guid>
269.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:50:14 +0000</pubDate>
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272.      <category>travis-kelce</category>
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276.      <title>Patagonia Baggies are more than just great athletic shorts &amp;mdash; they also transform into swim trunks and dry super quickly</title>
277.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/patagonia-baggies-shorts-review</link>
278.      <description>Patagonia Baggies are lightweight, durable, and incredibly quick-drying. Here&#39;s why they&#39;re the best adventure shorts we&#39;ve tested for warm weather.</description>
279.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6109ab94c31de700184a111b?format=jpeg" height="2015" width="2687" charset="" alt="Author wearing Patagonia Men&#39;s Baggies Longs, a black tee shirt, baseball hat, and sneakers"/><figcaption>Amir wearing 7-inch Men&#39;s Baggies Longs in Forge Grey.<p class="copyright">Amir Ismael/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>As one of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/b-corp-retail-companies">best B corps retail companies</a>, Patagonia has developed a massive cult following of fans. While most adore its selection of cozy fleeces, you won&#39;t have to wait until the fall and winter to enjoy one of the brand&#39;s most underrated pieces &mdash; shorts.</p><p>Dubbed by the brand as &#34;Life&#39;s Shorts,&#34; <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-64272-20&amp;h=75244c0a8b636d9710ff525ad4b839a97c137e5db53b579c516d53c102158f37&amp;postID=61b8efdbf2a36b1ac9f49413&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fpatagonia-baggies-shorts-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.avantlink.com%2Fclick.php%3Ftt%3Dcl%26mi%3D10083%26pw%3D184534%26ctc%3D%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.patagonia.com%252Fsearch%252F%253Fq%253DBaggies">Patagonia Baggies</a> are all-in-one hybrid shorts designed to take on everything life has to offer. Making our lists for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-shorts-men">best men&#39;s shorts,</a> <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-summer-shorts-women">best summer shorts for women</a>, and the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-swim-trunks">best swim trunks</a>, we agree entirely. Whether you&#39;re hiking, rocking-climbing, kayaking, or swimming, or simply looking for a comfortable pair of shorts to wear during the summer, Patagonia Baggies can be an excellent</p><p>First released in 1982, Patagonia Baggies have been a <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-64272-20&amp;h=f86cef88c5925ab1ff67842975a766bc00bbd15a88e74be7fe8978d5c0d4d82e&amp;postID=61b8efdbf2a36b1ac9f49413&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fpatagonia-baggies-shorts-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.avantlink.com%2Fclick.php%3Ftt%3Dcl%26mi%3D10083%26pw%3D184534%26ctc%3D%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.patagonia.com%252Fstories%252Fbaggies-shorts-throughout-the-years%252Fstory-71408.html">go-to apparel item for all kinds of adventurers over the years</a> &mdash; and today&#39;s version is more refined, yet just as classic as the original. For more of our favorites, read our full <a target="" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/patagonia-outdoor-clothing-review">Patagonia outdoor clothing review</a> here.</p><h2 id="6a1e3012-e9f2-4d61-ab58-b5631e7fe82f" data-toc-id="6a1e3012-e9f2-4d61-ab58-b5631e7fe82f" data-toc-label="Design and features">Design and features</h2><p>The latest versions of <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-64272-20&amp;h=75244c0a8b636d9710ff525ad4b839a97c137e5db53b579c516d53c102158f37&amp;postID=61b8efdbf2a36b1ac9f49413&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fpatagonia-baggies-shorts-review&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.avantlink.com%2Fclick.php%3Ftt%3Dcl%26mi%3D10083%26pw%3D184534%26ctc%3D%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.patagonia.com%252Fsearch%252F%253Fq%253DBaggies">Patagonia Baggies</a> are lightweight, durable, and made with 100% recycled nylon. They feature a water-resistant coating to keep you dry from rain and light splashes, but they can also be used while fully submerged. Features like vertical side pockets help reduce drag when you&#39;re in the water, and mesh interiors help water drain quickly so you dry faster when transitioning out of the water.</p><p>Additional features like a drawstring waist, snap-close back pockets, and a bungee loop key ring in the pocket help keep them secure on your body and your belongings safe inside.&nbsp;</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/610b0caf2a24d0001861c481?format=jpeg" height="1512" width="2016" charset="" alt="the inside of Patagonia Baggies shorts"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Ashley Phillips/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Patagonia Baggies are available in a variety of lengths, colors, and patterns in men&#39;s and women&#39;s sizes. We put several styles to the test in our daily lives over the summer. You can check out our reviews below.</p><h2 id="c336631a-badf-45b3-a869-21e1859041c3" data-toc-id="c336631a-badf-45b3-a869-21e1859041c3" data-toc-label="7&#34; Patagonia Baggies Longs"><strong>Review of the Men&#39;s 7-Inch Patagonia Baggies Longs</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/610ab79e372268001a599faf?format=jpeg" height="1103" width="1471" charset="" alt="Author wearing Patagonia Men&#39;s Baggies Longs in Black"/><figcaption>Amir wearing 7-inch Men&#39;s Baggies Longs in Black.<p class="copyright">Amir Ismael/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>I got my first pair of Patagonia Baggies four years ago, and I loved them so much that I needed to stock up on more colors. My summer style is casual and pretty much consists of sneakers and T-shirts every day, so the relaxed fit of the Baggies is the perfect match. If you choose the right colors, they go with everything. I personally prefer the 7-inch Longs version over the 5-inch Shorts because they&#39;re not too high up, but they still fall above the knee.</p><p>In addition to looking the part, Patagonia Baggies perform exceptionally well. They&#39;re lightweight and keep me much cooler than cotton shorts or chinos. Even though there&#39;s mesh netting on the inside, they&#39;re not tight, restrictive, or uncomfortable. The most impressive feature has been how quickly they dry. I&#39;ve worn them as swimming trunks, and about 20 minutes after being out of the pool, they were completely dry. Every time I&#39;ve gone swimming, I&#39;ve been able to wear them for the rest of the day as regular shorts without feeling soggy and damp. <strong>&mdash; Amir Ismael, style editor, Reviews</strong></p><h2 id="26751836-ec86-48e0-b896-25e7fb0160b8" data-toc-id="26751836-ec86-48e0-b896-25e7fb0160b8" data-toc-label="5&#34; Patagonia Baggies (Women&#39;s)"><strong>Review of the Women&#39;s 5-Inch Patagonia Baggies Shorts</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6109b8e9c31de700184a14be?format=jpeg" height="3024" width="4032" charset="" alt="A person wearing the Patagonia Women&#39;s Baggies."/><figcaption>Ellen wearing 5-inch Women&#39;s Baggies Shorts.<p class="copyright">Ellen Hoffman/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Patagonia&#39;s Baggies Shorts are a staple of my summer wardrobe. I bought a couple of pairs last year and honestly might buy another color just for the added variety. Their relaxed fit makes them perfect for any and all casual activities, and I often wear them when I&#39;m working from home because they&#39;re so comfortable. In a pinch, I&#39;ve worn them to work out, too, since they&#39;re super lightweight and they repel water and sweat. I&#39;m a size 28 in jeans, so I could have gone for a Small, according to Patagonia&#39;s size chart, but I sized up to a medium for a looser fit. <strong>&mdash; Ellen Hoffman, former Editor-in-Chief, Service Journalism</strong></p><h2 id="16f229d1-9fb2-448f-ad58-85ae01f6694e" data-toc-id="16f229d1-9fb2-448f-ad58-85ae01f6694e" data-toc-label="5&#34; Patagonia Baggies (Men&#39;s)"><strong>Review of the Men&#39;s 5-Inch Patagonia Baggies Shorts</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/610ab534372268001a599eb0?format=jpeg" height="1800" width="1440" charset="" alt="Author wearing Patagonia Men&#39;s Baggies Shorts in red"/><figcaption>Amir wearing 5-inch Men&#39;s Baggies Shorts in Fire.<p class="copyright">Amir Ismael/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>This is probably an unpopular opinion, but the 5-inch Baggies Shorts are just a little&nbsp;<em>too</em><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong>short for me. Maybe it&#39;s because I&#39;m not that tall, but I didn&#39;t like the length compared to the 7-inch Baggies Longs. In the picture above, I actually wore them slightly below my waistline to make them look a bit longer.</p><p>Plenty of people can pull off the short shorts look, so if you&#39;re down to show some thighs, they&#39;re just as good as the longer pair in terms of performance and comfort. You&#39;ll find the same pockets, drawstrings, and interior netting.</p><p>While fit should be the biggest factor in choosing Baggies Longs or Baggies Shorts, color also plays a part. I found that there are more colors available for the Baggies Shorts. I probably wouldn&#39;t get another pair of 5-inch Baggies because I prefer the longer length, but I couldn&#39;t pass up this Fire Red color. <strong>&mdash; Amir Ismael, style editor, Reviews</strong></p><h2 id="594c9611-704b-4130-aa9a-80718da277af" data-toc-id="594c9611-704b-4130-aa9a-80718da277af" data-toc-label="2.5&#34; Patagonia Barely Baggies"><strong>Review of the Women&#39;s 2.5-Inch Patagonia Barely Baggies Shorts</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6109bef9c31de700184a15d9?format=jpeg" height="1512" width="2016" charset="" alt="a close up of 2.5-inch Women&#39;s Barely Baggies Shorts"/><figcaption>Here&#39;s a close up of 2.5-inch Women&#39;s Barely Baggies Shorts.<p class="copyright">Ashley Phillips/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>I was worried the 2.5-inch length would be too short, but at five-foot-two, it fell closer to mid-thigh on me. It didn&#39;t feel too short at all. The style is so versatile, you can easily wear these casually for running errands or water activities or hiking, and I appreciate how there&#39;s an extra pocket on the interior of the shorts where you can stash an ID or credit card.</p><p>The only issue I personally experienced with the Barely Baggies is the sizing. I went with my typical XS based on the size chart and reviews, and they were too tight in the waist and too loose in the legs. If you&#39;re unsure about the fit, I recommend sizing up because you can always make them tighter with the drawstring cord. <strong>&mdash; Ashley Phillips, former style and beauty editor, Reviews</strong></p><h2 id="927179ee-cd88-4b23-88ed-6b7efe18bcf1" data-toc-id="927179ee-cd88-4b23-88ed-6b7efe18bcf1" data-toc-label="Cons to consider"><strong>Cons to consider</strong></h2><p>Patagonia Baggies are so versatile and comfortable that I had a hard time coming up with anything that might be seen as a negative. Some people are strictly against netting inside of shorts, but Patagonia has figured out how to include it without making it uncomfortable or restrictive, even with underwear.&nbsp;</p><h2 id="34738244-3dd3-49d6-a9f7-cfd58a1441d2" data-toc-id="34738244-3dd3-49d6-a9f7-cfd58a1441d2" data-toc-label="The bottom line">The bottom line</h2><p>At $69 for all lengths, Patagonia Baggies are a great value. They can seamlessly transition from casual wear to water activities or be worn while lounging around. Considering certain performance shorts and swim trunks cost significantly more than $69, being able to use them for all kinds of activities truly makes them Life&#39;s Shorts.</p><p>The various lengths, sizes, and colors make them a good addition to almost anyone&#39;s wardrobe. Pick the right length for your style, and you&#39;ll almost certainly love them.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/patagonia-baggies-shorts-review">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
280.      <author>aismael@businessinsider.com (Amir Ismael)</author>
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282.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:47:36 +0000</pubDate>
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296.      <title>Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale: Save up to 60% on furniture and decor</title>
297.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/pottery-barn-labor-day-sale-2025-8</link>
298.      <description>Pottery Barn is one of our favorite places to buy furniture online in 2025. Score new furniture for less during the Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale.</description>
299.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adfed9194a2d49b8af3696?format=jpeg" height="300" width="600" charset="" alt="The Pottery Barn Celeste Upholstered Trundle Sleeper Sofa in a living room."/><figcaption>Save up to 60% on rugs, dining tables, and more during Pottery Barn&#39;s Labor Day Sale.<p class="copyright">Pottery Barn</p></figcaption></figure><p>As we head into fall, it&#39;s the perfect time to transform your space into a cozier one with upgraded furniture and decor. But while redecorating can be fun, it can also quickly get expensive. Luckily, now&#39;s a great time to do it affordably from the current <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-151103312979z-20&amp;h=37f18076f5689271c8d1d9b7ce79fb7538643209f1fcde2c8eb00b21f5336dc2&amp;postID=68adfdfeba19542c23b7efd2&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fpottery-barn-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.potterybarn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale</a>.</p><p>During the sale, a huge selection of Pottery Barn&#39;s furniture, bedding, and decor is up to 60% off. The site is one of our favorite <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-furniture-stores">places to buy furniture</a>, especially for a farmhouse aesthetic, so we&#39;re excited to see lots of editor favorites on sale, including one of the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-desk">best desks</a> we&#39;ve tested. There are also some great decor deals to be had, with multiple of our favorite <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-area-rug">area rugs</a> included in the sale.</p><p>But with over 5,000 items on sale, you might be overwhelmed by your options. Lucky for you, that&#39;s where we come in. Ahead, check out our favorite deals from the Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale on furniture and decor we can vouch for. For more savings across beauty, tech, and more, see our full guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a> happening now.</p>
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303.    <h2 id="4bd26163-aca3-4201-8169-fe2c20875672" data-toc-id="4bd26163-aca3-4201-8169-fe2c20875672">Best Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale deals</h2><hr/><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adffac194a2d49b8af36c7?format=jpeg" height="808" width="1616" charset="" alt="Pottery Barn brand image."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Pottery Barn</p></figcaption></figure><ul><li><em>Follow us on </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em><u>Instagram</u></em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em><u>WhatsApp</u></em></a><em> for more deals, buying guides, and reviews</em></li></ul><h2 id="2a591102-13cd-485d-b8e3-f2fd23f8e35e" data-toc-id="2a591102-13cd-485d-b8e3-f2fd23f8e35e">Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale: Frequently asked questions</h2><h3 class="faq-question">When does the Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale end?</h3><p class="faq-answer">The Pottery Barn Labor Day Sale is currently live, and the retailer hasn&#39;t yet posted an official end date. That said, Labor Day falls on Monday, September 1 this year, so it&#39;s a good idea to get your shopping in before then to be safe.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Does Pottery Barn offer white glove delivery?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Yes, Pottery Barn offers white glove delivery on most furniture items, so you can have them unpacked and assembled by a professional in the room of your choice. The available shipping and delivery options will be listed on the product page of each item, and may vary based on your location.</p><hr/><p><em>Don&#39;t see what you&#39;re looking for here? Check out more deals at </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-151103312979z-20&amp;h=37f18076f5689271c8d1d9b7ce79fb7538643209f1fcde2c8eb00b21f5336dc2&amp;postID=68adfdfeba19542c23b7efd2&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fpottery-barn-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.potterybarn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true"><em>Pottery Barn</em></a><em>. Also, see our roundup of the best </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025"><em>Labor Day sales</em></a><em> for more savings.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/pottery-barn-labor-day-sale-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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318.      <title>Ukraine unveiled what appears to be a new Neptune missile upgrade &amp;mdash; a larger, more lethal take on the homegrown weapon</title>
319.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-unveils-new-neptune-cruise-missile-used-to-strike-russia-2025-8</link>
320.      <description>The R-360 Neptune has been modified with an extended range of over 600 miles, and has already been used in combat.</description>
321.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae0bb8cfc04e97619c1212?format=jpeg" height="720" width="1276" charset="" alt="An image of Ukraine&#39;s R-360 &#34;Neptune&#34; missile."/><figcaption>Ukraine&#39;s R-360 &#34;Neptune&#34; missile with an extended range.<p class="copyright">Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Ukraine has unveiled what appears to be an upgraded version of its Neptune cruise missile.</li><li>The new missile has a range of over 600 miles, a much farther reach than the original version.</li><li>Ukraine has used the Neptune missile to strike a range of Russian targets, including warships.</li></ul><p>Ukraine has unveiled what appears to be an upgraded version of its homegrown <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-new-neptune-missile-deep-strikes-into-russia-2025-3">Neptune cruise missile</a>, a long-range strike weapon credited with taking out both Russian warships and high-value land targets.</p><p>Footage published Sunday by the state-run Zbroya weapons portal <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNvggZk2uef/">shows</a> what looks like a larger, upgraded model of the original Neptune, among other domestically produced weapons. The video footage was released on Ukraine&#39;s Independence Day.</p><p>&#34;To be independent, you need to be strong. And the strong one is the one who has weapons,&#34; Zbroya wrote on social media.</p><p>The R-360 Neptune is a subsonic truck-launched weapon made by the Ukrainian defense manufacturer Luch Design Bureau. It was initially designed as an <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-neptune-missiles-homegrown-answer-us-atacms-restrictions-2024-6">anti-ship missile</a> based on the Soviet-era Kh-35 and has since been modified to strike land targets.</p><p>The original Neptune cruise missile had a range of nearly 200 miles. Kyiv, however, began working on an <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-attacked-russian-reconnaissance-drones-with-modified-neptune-missile-2025-1">upgraded version</a> amid Russia&#39;s full-scale invasion. Ukraine&#39;s former defense minister, Rustem Umerov, said last year that the munitions were being modified to strike at longer ranges and that serial production had been expanded.</p><p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced in March that the new cruise missile, which he identified as the &#34;Long Neptune,&#34; had been tested and successfully used in combat. He said the missile had a range of 1,000 kilometers, or 620 miles, which exceeds the reach of missiles that Kyiv has received from its <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/atacms-storm-shadow-missiles-rain-down-on-russia-first-time-2024-11">Western partners</a> and came without restrictions on use.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/650339771afe8f0019ea9981?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1620" charset="" alt="A road-mobile launcher firing a Neptune missile in testing."/><figcaption>A test of a Neptune missile in April 2020.<p class="copyright">General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine</p></figcaption></figure><p>The Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security, a Ukrainian government platform, released a photo on Monday of the 1,000-kilometer-range Neptune anti-ship missile. The munition seems to match the one in the Zbroya footage.</p><p>Ukraine has used Neptune missiles in a series of high-level strikes against Russia, including in an attack on the Black Sea Fleet flagship, the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sinking-of-russia-navy-ship-moskva-highlights-falklands-war-lessons-2022-6">cruiser Moskva</a>. Kyiv has also used the missile to attack air defense batteries, oil facilities, and other military assets.</p><p>Ukraine has invested heavily in developing homemade long-range <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-strike-deep-russia-atacms-neptune-flamingo-zelenskyy-us-approval-2025-8">drones and missiles</a>, like the Neptune, amid limitations on the use of Western weapons for strikes across the border against targets in Russia.</p><p>Ukraine has used its arsenal of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-drone-defense-tech-industry-warfare-russia-attacks-2025-4">domestically produced drones and missiles</a> to hit Russian bases, ammunition storage sites, energy facilities, and logistics hubs, sometimes hundreds of miles behind the front lines.</p><p>Earlier this month, Ukraine revealed a new cruise missile &mdash; called the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-making-long-range-missile-flamingo-1000-kg-warhead-2025-8">Flamingo missile</a> &mdash; that is said to be able to carry a 1,000-kilogram (2,200-pound) warhead and have a range of around 1,800 miles, around three times the reach of the new Neptune.</p><p>Zelenskyy said last week that the Flamingo missile could enter mass production by February, eventually giving Ukraine another tool in its arsenal of long-range weapons.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-unveils-new-neptune-cruise-missile-used-to-strike-russia-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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331.      <title>The best cell phone plans for one person in 2025</title>
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333.      <description>The best cell phone plans for one person come from budget-friendly carriers, which offer single-line data for value that major carriers can&#39;t match.</description>
334.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68306fdbca50259add4ce19f?format=jpeg" height="1000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of a phone lying on a warm wooden table with the Mint Mobile, US Mobile, Tello, and Visible app icons on the home screen."/><figcaption>The best cell phone plans for one person come from budget-friendly carriers, which offer single-line data for value that major carriers can&#39;t match.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Plainly, people seeking a single-line phone plan should avoid major carriers like Verizon, AT&amp;T, and T-Mobile and opt for mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs). From a value standpoint, MVNOs like Mint Mobile, Visible Wireless, and others offer the best cell phone plans for one person.</p><p>As detailed below, major carriers&#39; prepaid and postpaid plans are <em>significantly</em> less cost-effective for single-line users than comparable MVNO plans that provide essentially the same data allotments, data speeds, and coverage. Major carrier plans generally only make sense when you have three or more lines in an account.</p><p>From extensive testing, our top pick among the best cell phone plans for one person is <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month unlimited plan</a>, which offers unrivaled long-term value for a single line. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tello Mobile&#39;s Build Your Own Plan</a> is our top budget recommendation, as it allows you to customize minutes and data on a single line for as low as $5/month.</p><h2 id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0" data-toc-id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0">Our top picks for the best cell phone plans for one person</h2><p id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0"><strong>Best overall: </strong>Mint Mobile 12-Month Unlimited Plan - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Mint Mobile</a></p><p id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0"><strong>Best unlimited premium: </strong>Visible Wireless Visible Plus Plan - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=7036a596f1c8d6eaa06842e5be16667b773c5aa28a9e6c8d527caecec2c768cc&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visible.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Visible Wireless</a></p><p id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0"><strong>Best unlimited alternative: </strong>US Mobile Unlimited Starter Plan - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=e19d9db4ccaf8b017c8d323201f742c505934d3d6ee9c579a9cbced75ae95c64&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at US Mobile</a></p><p id="d8fa83c9-1b2d-4d6a-93ad-c206a3014fc0"><strong>Best budget: </strong>Tello Mobile Build Your Own Plan - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Tello Mobile</a></p><h2 id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585" data-toc-id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585" data-toc-label="Best overall">Best overall</h2><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585"><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month unlimited plan</a> is the first option we&#39;d recommend for most single-line users. Our top budget pick among the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-unlimited-data-plans">best unlimited data plans</a>, the annual prepaid plan costs $15/month ($180/year) through a promotional price that reduces the typical $360 yearly, upfront cost by $180.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">Mint Mobile operates on T-Mobile&#39;s network, which means excellent urban, suburban, and rapidly expanding rural coverage. It advertises data speeds between 79 and 357Mbps on T-Mobile&#39;s LTE and 5G networks, which, in our testing, is easily fast enough for most people to seamlessly stream music and videos, load photos and videos on social media, and download apps and games.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830989bc6ad288d1481c7be?format=jpeg" height="899" width="1199" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the Mint Mobile app in hand."/><figcaption>Mint Mobile offers exceptional value for those covered by T-Mobile&#39;s network.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">As detailed in our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-t-mobile">Mint Mobile vs. T-Mobile</a> guide, all Mint Mobile plans are subject to deprioritized data (artificially slower speeds relative to the major carrier&#39;s high-end customers during congestion), and the unlimited plan may be further deprioritized in congested areas after using 35GB in a month. However, it still effectively offers unlimited data at high speeds, as no data cap will throttle the service, and you might not encounter deprioritized speeds if you&#39;re not routinely in crowded locations. Even in the population density of New York City, we&#39;ve found that deprioritization has not meaningfully affected the service enough to recommend against it.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">If you&#39;re new to Mint Mobile and unsure about paying for a year of service upfront, we recommend starting with the carrier&#39;s long-standing <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=b309f26ad763174d8b92dde97f20b590292f9d21ed432d0b8b3405642dbcbef0&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F3-month-plans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">new customer promotion</a>. It&#39;s our primary pick among the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cheap-cell-phone-plans">best cheap cell phone plans</a> and offers three prepaid months of service for discounted rates that start at $15/month. Afterward, the 12-month unlimited plan provides the best overall value.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">Mint Mobile&#39;s plans include mobile hot spot data allowances. The limited data plans share your phone&#39;s data allowance, while the unlimited plan has a dedicated 10GB hot spot allocation.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">Potential limitations with Mint Mobile include its lack of separate plans for connected devices, like cellular versions of smartwatches and tablets. Another compromise common among nearly all MVNOs is a lack of dedicated physical retail stores, which may offer a better support experience in some cases. However, Mint Mobile&#39;s intuitive app and phone- and online-based customer support are unmatched among MVNOs and major carriers.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">Also, if you&#39;re sure that T-Mobile inadequately covers you, you&#39;ll be better served by the Verizon- or AT&amp;T-backed options below.</p><p id="3e452509-bf02-4362-8284-6f5b8b7e3585">Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-review">Mint Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="977e1a82-cdd0-442b-b3c1-6ab9d2dc1b37" data-toc-id="977e1a82-cdd0-442b-b3c1-6ab9d2dc1b37" data-toc-label="Best unlimited premium">Best unlimited premium</h2><p>The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=7036a596f1c8d6eaa06842e5be16667b773c5aa28a9e6c8d527caecec2c768cc&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visible.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Visible Plus plan</a> from Visible Wireless is highly recommended for unlimited data power users. It includes truly unlimited premium data that is not subjected to deprioritization, and its promotional monthly cost of $29/month for your first year of service is an utter bargain.</p><p>As detailed in our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/visible-vs-verizon">Visible vs. Verizon</a> guide, Visible is a subsidiary of Verizon, and the Visible Plus plan grants customers access to the entirety of Verizon&#39;s coverage. That includes LTE, Verizon&#39;s standard 5G network (low- and mid-band), and Verizon&#39;s high-band 5G, which the carrier calls &#34;5G Ultra Wideband.&#34;</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830b77d6ffb6822ec61616e?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the Visible Wireless app in hand, inserting a SIM Card."/><figcaption>Visible offers truly unlimited data for a fraction of the cost of comparable single-line plans from Verizon.<p class="copyright">Eve Montie/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Visible advertises typical data speeds between 11 and 634Mbps. Even at the lowest speed, 11Mbps is enough to run most apps and streaming content smoothly.</p><p>Mobile hot spot data is also unlimited, with speeds limited to 10Mbps. In our testing, it&#39;s sufficient for streaming videos at 1080p resolution on laptops or tablets, let alone browsing the web or sending off an email.</p><p>Visible also offers connectivity for cellular versions of smartwatches for an additional $10/month on the Visible Plus plan. However, if you plan on adding smartwatch connectivity, the carrier&#39;s top-tier Visible Plus Pro plan is more cost-effective, as it bundles smartwatch service into its price alongside additional features.</p><p>A few drawbacks of Visible include its lack of dedicated physical stores and, compared to other MVNOs, its relatively limited online-only support via chat and social media channels, as noted in our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-visible">Mint Mobile vs. Visible</a> guide.</p><p>Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/visible-wireless-review">Visible Wireless review</a>.</p><h2 id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b" data-toc-id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b" data-toc-label="Best unlimited alternative">Best unlimited alternative</h2><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">If you need coverage only AT&amp;T can provide, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=e19d9db4ccaf8b017c8d323201f742c505934d3d6ee9c579a9cbced75ae95c64&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">US Mobile&#39;s Unlimited Starter plan</a> is the best alternative to Mint Mobile for most people and to Visible for unlimited power users.</p><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">US Mobile uniquely allows you to choose from any of the three major US carriers as a backing network and even periodically switch networks, should you wish. T-Mobile&#39;s network is named &#34;Light Speed&#34; in US Mobile&#39;s offering, and AT&amp;T&#39;s network is known as &#34;Dark Star.&#34; Verizon&#39;s network is also an option under the &#34;Warp&#34; name.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830b085ca50259add4cedfc?format=jpeg" height="1500" width="2000" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the US Mobile app in hand."/><figcaption>US Mobile offers the unique ability to pick which major carrier network you want to use, whether it&#39;s Verizon&#39;s (Warp), AT&amp;T&#39;s (Dark Star), or T-Mobile&#39;s (Light Speed).<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">The Unlimited Starter plan from US Mobile includes deprioritized monthly data allotments of 35GB on T-Mobile&#39;s network (Light Speed) or 70GB on AT&amp;T&#39;s (Dark Star). You can add higher priority data access on AT&amp;T&#39;s network for an additional $120/year (or $12/month), but we haven&#39;t found it necessary. The Verizon network (Warp) is the only option that includes prioritized data, and it comes in a 35GB allotment.</p><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">As we&#39;re primarily recommending the service to those best covered by AT&amp;T, 70GB should be plenty for most power users. It&#39;s an exceptional value at $19/month ($228/year total) when you use the annual payment option, and the $25 monthly cost is also worthwhile if you can&#39;t commit to the full year.</p><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">If you exceed 70GB in a month, data speeds reduce to 1Mbps, which isn&#39;t suited for video streaming and media-rich social media apps. Still, it&#39;s faster than the snail-like speeds that some carriers will throttle you to after a data cap, and it still can be used for light web browsing, sending messages and emails, and some basic apps.</p><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">The Unlimited Starter plan on the Dark Star (AT&amp;T) network also includes a generous 20GB of mobile hot spot data. You can add a $10/month smartwatch or tablet plan to the Unlimited Starter plan, but you might as well upgrade to the Unlimited Premium plan. Adding a smartwatch or tablet data plan to the Unlimited Starter plans ends up being the same monthly or annual cost as the Unlimited Premium plan, which includes 100GB of premium data.</p><p id="a6191ce9-9b2a-4aec-8b27-9c8deee0888b">Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/us-mobile-review">US Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="aa95a334-03c7-4b82-af9e-82770bdc24d0" data-toc-id="aa95a334-03c7-4b82-af9e-82770bdc24d0" data-toc-label="Best budget">Best budget</h2><p>For low-data users and those on a budget, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109689099kn-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=680150e418fa5330631c940c&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tello Mobile&#39;s Build Your Own</a> option for customizable plans is hard to beat. You can tailor service to your needs for prices as low as $6/month in return for 1GB of data and 100 minutes of voice calls (with unlimited texts), or even $5/month if you don&#39;t need one or the other. Accordingly, it&#39;s also our top budget pick among the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans-for-seniors">best cell phone plans for seniors</a>.</p><p>As our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-tello-mobile">Mint Mobile vs. Tello</a> guide notes, Tello&#39;s data and voice-minute combinations may better suit your needs and cost less than Mint Mobile&#39;s limited-data plans for comparable service on T-Mobile&#39;s network. For example, you can opt for 5GB and 100 voice minutes on Tello for $11/month, compared to Mint Mobile&#39;s 5GB plan, which includes unlimited voice but ranges from $15 to $25/month. Tello also offers greater flexibility with its monthly payment structure, relative to the long-term prepaid intervals from Mint Mobile.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830b8de6ffb6822ec6161c1?format=jpeg" height="888" width="1198" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the Tello Mobile activation kit."/><figcaption>Tello&#39;s Build Your Own Plan could net you a single-digit phone bill.<p class="copyright">Eve Montie/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Tello runs on T-Mobile&#39;s network with advertised speeds between 13 and 357Mbps. Premium data isn&#39;t offered, so whatever data amount you get is subject to deprioritized speeds when T-Mobile&#39;s network becomes congested. However, as with Mint Mobile, we&#39;ve yet to encounter reduced speeds from deprioritization that meaningfully restrict the service enough to avoid recommending it.</p><p>Each Tello plan includes mobile hot spot data shared with your monthly data allotment. Tello also offers smartwatch and tablet connectivity. However, at the time of writing, it&#39;s incompatible with Apple Watches and only works with certain Android wearables, like those from Samsung.</p><p>Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/tello-mobile-review">Tello Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="a7654f24-3de3-46fa-8908-b2c59f98636e" data-toc-id="a7654f24-3de3-46fa-8908-b2c59f98636e" data-toc-label="How we test">How we test cell phone plans for one person</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830b046c6ad288d1481cc8a?format=jpeg" height="1498" width="1998" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the Mint Mobile app on a smartphone in hand, with a SIM card ajar."/><figcaption>Our standardized testing of cell phone plans broadly informed our selections in this guide.<p class="copyright">Eve Montie/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="a7654f24-3de3-46fa-8908-b2c59f98636e">We test cell phone plans for one person using the same methods employed in our broader testing for the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans">best cell phone plans</a>&nbsp;overall. We use the plans in day-to-day personal use, which includes making calls, sending messages, and running data-light and data-heavy apps. We test data speeds in areas with varying signal strengths on each network type.</p><p id="a7654f24-3de3-46fa-8908-b2c59f98636e">For individuals with single lines, we consider each plan&#39;s monthly or annual pricing granularly and assess its cost relative to its offerings. We&#39;ve extensively tested MVNOs against major carriers, which assures our determination that single-line plans from major carriers are markedly less cost-effective than those from our recommended MVNOs, as depicted below.</p><h2 id="347b0f54-d293-4e63-ac20-a9d7f3d33c9e" data-toc-id="347b0f54-d293-4e63-ac20-a9d7f3d33c9e" data-toc-label="What to look for">What to look for in a cell phone plan for one person</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6830ab3d6ffb6822ec615e9b?format=jpeg" height="899" width="1199" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans for one person in 2025: An original photo of the Visible Wireless app in hand."/><figcaption>MVNOs like Visible Wireless offer better value for one person than single-line offerings from its backing carrier, Verizon.<p class="copyright">Eve Montie/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>To start, we recommend single-line users look for a phone plan from an MVNO or budget carrier. These plans are universally more cost-effective for one person than major carrier options and, from our extensive testing, offer little to no relative compromise in data, speeds, and coverage.</p><p>As a broad illustration of the price distinction, the following table averages the monthly cost of all single-line plans from the three major US carriers, relative to the average monthly cost of all single-line plans from our top four recommended MVNOs.</p><table style="min-width: 75px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Major carriers vs. MVNOs for single-line users</td><td>Major carriers (Verizon, AT&amp;T, T-Mobile)</td><td>MVNOs (Mint Mobile, Visible, US Mobile, Tello)</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><strong>Prepaid plans&#39; average monthly cost</strong></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$48</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$22</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><strong>Postpaid plans&#39; average monthly cost</strong></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$71</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">N/A</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Primarily, then, you&#39;ll need to determine which MVNO option has the best coverage for you &mdash; unlimited data won&#39;t matter if you can&#39;t use it reliably. Since we&#39;ve ruled out major carrier plans for this guide, consider which network or networks an MVNO uses.</p><p>If Verizon&#39;s coverage works well in your area, look at MVNOs that run on Verizon&#39;s network, like Visible. If T-Mobile is better in your area, check out Mint Mobile or Tello Mobile first. If AT&amp;T provides the best coverage, look to US Mobile, which allows you to switch between the three major carriers.</p><p>After establishing which MVNO has the best coverage for you, you can consider how much data you need, whether it&#39;s limited or unlimited. Then, assess how much mobile hot spot data you need and whether you want a cellular connection for cellular smartwatch models or tablets.</p><p>Major carriers can be better for certain features, like mobile hot spot, secondary device connectivity, and perks. Yet, generally speaking, individuals would be overpaying if they opt for a major carrier. As detailed in our guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-prepaid-phone-plans">best prepaid phone plans</a>, even in the rare instance that a major carrier plan costs less than an MVNO plan, it&#39;ll come with less data.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
335.      <author>avillasboas@insider.com (Antonio Villas-Boas)</author>
336.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person</guid>
337.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:21:45 +0000</pubDate>
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347.      <title>Trump is trying to fire a Fed governor. Here&#39;s what happened when other countries&#39; presidents did the same thing.</title>
348.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-fire-fed-governor-lisa-cook-means-inflation-interest-rates-2025-8</link>
349.      <description>President Donald Trump wants to fire Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook. Here&#39;s what it means for inflation and interest rates.</description>
350.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adf78bcfc04e97619c0e2a?format=jpeg" height="1440" width="1920" charset="" alt="lisa cook (left) and donald trump (right)"/><figcaption>President Donald Trump wants to fire Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook.<p class="copyright">SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images; Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>President Donald Trump wants to remove Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook, a move that could have a big impact.</li><li>Historical precedents in Turkey and Argentina show potential for higher rates and inflation.</li><li>Market reactions remain calm due to the robust US financial system, but risks persist.</li></ul><p>President Donald Trump is trying to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-says-removed-key-fed-official-governor-lisa-cook-2025-8">oust Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook</a> &mdash; and if he succeeds, it could mean bad news for your wallet.</p><p>While Trump&#39;s closer-term aim is likely<strong> </strong>to pressure the Fed to lower interest rates, international historical precedent shows that the longer-term result of a president sacking central bank officials could be both higher rates and higher inflation.</p><p>In Turkey, for instance, President Tayyip Erdogan fired Naci Agbal, the country&#39;s central bank chief, in 2021. <a target="_blank" href="https://reuters.com/article/business/the-last-straw-why-an-irked-erdogan-fired-turkeys-central-bank-chief-idUSKBN2BN1I0/">Reuters reported</a> that a hefty interest hike was &#34;the last straw&#34; for Erdogan. In the wake of the firing, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/22/economy/turkey-lira-erdogan-central-bank-intl-hnk">value of Turkey&#39;s lira tumbled</a>, and inflation spiked.</p><div id="1756230456702" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nGFXS/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><div style="min-height:423px" id="datawrapper-vis-nGFXS"><script type="text/javascript" defer="" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nGFXS/embed.js" charset="utf-8" data-target="#datawrapper-vis-nGFXS"></script><noscript><img src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nGFXS/full.png" alt="Line chart" /></noscript></div></div><p>In 2010, a similar <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/26/world/americas/26argentina.html">showdown occurred in Argentina</a>, when President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner attempted to fire central bank president Martín Redrado over his refusal to release reserve funds to pay down international debt. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/argentina-inflation-number-prosectutions-2013-1">Inflation spiked</a> in the country, even as the government reportedly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/06/world/americas/06argentina.html">underreported rates of price hikes</a>.</p><p>&#34;You look at Turkey, where, if you are introducing interest rate movements that shake credibility in the central bank, but then also ignore the actual economic conditions that we are in, these tend to go poorly overall,&#34;<strong> </strong>said Alex Jacquez, the chief of policy and advocacy at the left-leaning Groundwork Collaborative and a former economic advisor in the Biden administration.</p><p>In recent months, the US economy has shown signs of slowing down as tariffs have begun to push up inflation and the job market has stagnated. Fed Chair Jerome Powell signalled that an interest rate cut could happen in September in an attempt to fuel the economy.</p><aside class="callout-box headline-regular ignore-typography"><p>Have a tip? Contact this reporter via email at <a target="_blank" href="mailto:jsmith@businessinsider.com">jkaplan@businessinsider.com</a> or Signal at julianakaplan.33. Use a personal email address, a nonwork WiFi network, and a nonwork device; <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-guide-to-securely-sharing-whistleblower-information-about-powerful-institutions-2021-10">here’s our guide to sharing information securely</a>.</p></aside><p>&#34;For now, as far as the average folks outside the beltway are concerned, this is all inside baseball,&#34; Steve Kamin, a senior fellow at the right-leaning American Enterprise Institute and former director of the Division of International Finance at the Federal Reserve Board, said. &#34;But in the longer term, if the Fed loses its independence, and if we become a more inflationary economy,&#34; investors might require extra compensation for lending to the US government &mdash; aka higher interest rates.</p><p>&#34;That will make it more expensive to buy houses,&#34; Kamin said. &#34;It&#39;ll make it more expensive to invest in factories, and that will slow down the economy, and that will hurt the average person.&#34;</p><h2 id="54ef67bb-5cc3-47c9-995e-84e49e456996" data-toc-id="54ef67bb-5cc3-47c9-995e-84e49e456996">The Fed&#39;s independence helps it maintain the trust that it will manage inflation and the job market</h2><p>One of the Fed&#39;s most important jobs is managing inflation expectations; if consumers and investors expect higher inflation in the future, it can cause a self-fulfilling prophecy as businesses begin pre-emptively raising prices and workers start asking for heftier wage increases.</p><p>A less-independent central bank might struggle to credibly contain those expectations. Powell referenced the threat of that kind of spiral<strong> </strong>during his <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jerome-powell-jackson-hole-speech-fed-interest-rate-cut-2025-8">Jackson Hole speech last week</a>, warning &#34;we cannot take the stability of inflation expectations for granted.&#34;</p><p>Of course, this scenario is far from certain. Cook&#39;s lawyer has said they <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/lisa-cook-lawsuit-trump-firing-attempt-federal-reserve-2025-8">plan to file a lawsuit</a>, following a letter Trump posted to Truth Social that said he was removing Cook effective immediately, citing allegations regarding mortgages Cook held on two different properties. The White House and Cook&#39;s counsel did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.</p><p>The move comes as Trump circles the country&#39;s central bank and pushes for cuts to interest rates. The president has called Powell a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-slams-fed-chair-jerome-powell-moron-after-rate-decision-2025-8">&#34;stubborn MORON&#34; for holding rates steady</a>. As part of the ongoing feud, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-firing-powell-fed-chair-us-stocks-interest-rates-inflation-2025-7">Trump has reportedly eyed firing</a> Powell, and has already <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-shortlist-powell-replacement-waller-warsh-hassett-2025-8">assembled a shortlist of candidates</a> to replace him once his term expires in May.</p><p>&#34;It&#39;ll be interesting to see how this develops; exactly who the president&#39;s thinking of to replace Powell, to replace Cook, to see what their broader philosophy is,&#34; Richard Stern, the director of the Center for the Federal Budget at the right-leaning Heritage Foundation, said. &#34;And our hesitation at the moment is I think if you cut rates, you&#39;re probably just as likely as not to just get more inflation.&#34;</p><p>Indeed, even if Trump does succeed in ousting Cook, it&#39;s not guaranteed that an analogous situation would play out in the US; Argentina and Turkey had much weaker economies and shakier political structures than America. Jacquez said that if these moves were made in an emerging market, there would likely be significant investor distress; the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-firing-lisa-cook-fed-independence-dollar-treasury-stocks-2025-8">markets&#39; reaction has been tame</a> so far because of how robust the US financial system is.</p><p>But cutting rates in the US too hard and too early &mdash; especially when inflationary pressures like a still-robust labor market and tariffs linger &mdash; could lead to a resurgence of price hikes.</p><p>Already, there&#39;s been some modest economic fallout from Trump&#39;s move &mdash; and that might only continue.</p><p>&#34;The dollar has weakened, which is taking purchasing power out of your pocket mechanically, and we&#39;ve seen the 30-year treasury rise, so that means more expensive mortgages,&#34; Jacquez said. He said it&#39;s a &#34;frog boiling in the water moment&#34; for the market.</p><p>&#34;They have been desensitized to everything Trump has done, but there will come, I believe, a tipping point here.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-fire-fed-governor-lisa-cook-means-inflation-interest-rates-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
351.      <author>jkaplan@businessinsider.com (Juliana Kaplan)</author>
352.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-fire-fed-governor-lisa-cook-means-inflation-interest-rates-2025-8</guid>
353.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:21:05 +0000</pubDate>
354.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/economy">Economy</category>
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362.      <title>The best prepaid phone plans in 2025</title>
363.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-prepaid-phone-plans</link>
364.      <description>Discover the best prepaid phone plans, offering high-speed data, affordability, and flexibility, with top picks like Mint Mobile and AT&amp;T.</description>
365.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67f67ed23fe8d39283628d75?format=jpeg" height="1100" width="2200" charset="" alt="Best prepaid phone plans in 2025: An original photo of the US Mobile, AT&amp;T, Tello Mobile, and Mint Mobile apps arranged in a square on a smartphone home screen."/><figcaption>The best prepaid phone plans provide dependable, high-speed cell service at affordable costs.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Prepaid phone plans can be a great cost-effective option for cellular connectivity. In exchange for upfront payments, they provide most people with all they need, like plenty of high-speed data, at significantly lower costs than major carriers&#39; postpaid plans.</p><p>Currently, our top pick among the best prepaid phone plans is <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month unlimited plan</a> with the carrier&#39;s limited-time $180 discount. Those with more modest needs or seeking to pay as little as possible should check out <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tello Mobile&#39;s Build Your Own Plan</a>, with the option to pay as little as $5/month.</p><h2 id="7dbf21be-5522-4166-9e3d-0798e4ab35db" data-toc-id="7dbf21be-5522-4166-9e3d-0798e4ab35db" data-toc-label="Our top picks for the best prepaid phone plans"><strong>Our top picks for the best prepaid phone plans</strong></h2><p><strong>Best overall: </strong>Mint Mobile 12-Month Unlimited Plan - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Mint Mobile</a></p><p><strong>Best runner-up unlimited plan: </strong>US Mobile Unlimited Starter Plan - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=e19d9db4ccaf8b017c8d323201f742c505934d3d6ee9c579a9cbced75ae95c64&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at US Mobile</a></p><p><strong>Best budget:</strong> Tello Mobile Build Your Own Plan - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Tello Mobile</a></p><p><strong>Best from a major carrier: </strong>AT&amp;T Unlimited + 10GB Hot Spot Prepaid Plan - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=9718e8e3b959c7381485c6f2a3baa813d050b735bdf21be3dc06b17f1c1f5c9c&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.att.com%2Fprepaid%2Fplans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at AT&amp;T</a></p><h2 id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Best overall</h2><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall"><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=9119c462bf4e0770d761400bbc9be4235ce7d1a6961b307df3e1f70ecbee7841&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fplans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Mint Mobile</a> is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that combines T-Mobile&#39;s exceptional urban and suburban coverage, rapidly expanding rural coverage, fast data speeds, and some of the best customer support we&#39;ve experienced with value-driven plans.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">The budget carrier&#39;s current deal for its <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">12-month unlimited plan</a> offers the best prepaid phone plan for long-term value. It reduces the plan&#39;s annual prepaid cost by $180, bringing the price from $360 to $180. That&#39;s $15/month, compared to the typical $30/month pricing, for truly unlimited monthly high-speed data. While the data is subjected to slower speeds during instances of network congestion, in our testing, such deprioritization has, at worst, resulted in momentary slowdowns that aren&#39;t uncommon even among major carriers in congested areas.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67f698bf3fe8d3928362929f?format=jpeg" height="825" width="1100" charset="" alt="Best prepaid phone plans in 2025: An original photo of the Mint Mobile app in hand."/><figcaption>Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month unlimited plan offers unrivaled value with its current price.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">After using 35GB of data, you still get unlimited data on LTE and 5G networks, though you may be further subjected to congestion-related deprioritization behind customers on the MVNO&#39;s lower data tiers.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Mint Mobile advertises typical speeds between 79 and 357 Mbps, which is easily fast enough for pretty much anything most people do on their phones, whether it&#39;s streaming a video, scrolling through a social media app, or downloading a large game or file.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Note that Mint Mobile doesn&#39;t offer prepaid plans in the traditional sense, where customers prepay on a monthly basis and aren&#39;t locked into the carrier&#39;s service in any way. Rather, you still prepay for Mint Mobile service, but in three, six, or 12-month installments. If you wish to cancel Mint Mobile service, you&#39;ll have to wait until your plan&#39;s time period expires or risk losing the money you prepaid. The closest thing Mint Mobile has to a true prepaid plan is its three-month plans, but they&#39;re relatively poor value compared to its 12-month plans.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">If you&#39;re ready to commit to Mint Mobile&#39;s service for the long term, make sure to pick a 12-month plan, which, as noted above, offers the best value. Without deals or new customer incentives, Mint Mobile&#39;s three- and six-month plans are generally more expensive than most prepaid options from other carriers.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">If you aren&#39;t ready to commit to a year of service, you can find out whether Mint Mobile works for you in the long term by taking advantage of its ongoing <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=b309f26ad763174d8b92dde97f20b590292f9d21ed432d0b8b3405642dbcbef0&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F3-month-plans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">new customer promotion</a>, our long-standing top pick among the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cheap-cell-phone-plans">best cheap cell phone plans</a>. The introductory offer prices all three-month plans at the same typical price as Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month plans, starting at $15/month.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Mint Mobile offers eSIMs, a digital version of a physical SIM card for newer phones delivered via email or carrier apps. They&#39;re quicker to receive than physical SIMs, which the carrier sends through the mail. To transfer your number, you simply need to obtain a specific PIN, like a Number Transfer PIN, from your account with your current carrier.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Read our full <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-review">Mint Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="fad2dcec-de36-4e5d-9089-55532b2256b7" data-toc-id="fad2dcec-de36-4e5d-9089-55532b2256b7" data-toc-label="Best runner-up"><strong>Best runner-up unlimited plan</strong></h2><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall"><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=2d25adc15aebc5e5b84009e4ac19d600a3c11e52b8d304aa07166ae44f3a2253&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com" data-autoaffiliated="true">US Mobile</a>, not to be confused with US Cellular, is a relative newcomer. It&#39;s a budget-friendly MVNO that offers major carrier features, like premium data, smartwatch plans, and multi-line discounts. For $25/month in a traditional monthly prepaid arrangement, or $19/month promotional price with an annual payment, US Mobile&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=e19d9db4ccaf8b017c8d323201f742c505934d3d6ee9c579a9cbced75ae95c64&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Unlimited Starter plan</a> exceeds expectations.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">US Mobile offers the unique option for customers to pick between Verizon&#39;s, AT&amp;T&#39;s, or T-Mobile&#39;s networks. These networks are named &#34;Warp,&#34; &#34;Dark Star,&#34; and &#34;Light Speed,&#34; respectively, on US Mobile.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">You can even <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=fd0022de129e6b4945a925314a0044801c8326b22c2e509449fb5d5f68d54859&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usmobile.com%2Fhelp%2Farticles%2F946304%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoqpvBZ3i0V-tRDxADE40cKXkCQMilpB9gaNdEzwYvYjatIGCorL" data-autoaffiliated="true">switch between networks</a> once every three hours and up to eight times every 30-day cycle. The first two switches are free, after which there&#39;s a small $2 fee, while the plan&#39;s pricing remains the same.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67f6a6dac6ad288d147dacff?format=jpeg" height="1425" width="1900" charset="" alt="Best prepaid phone plans in 2025: An original photo of the US Mobile app in hand."/><figcaption>US Mobile&#39;s prioritized monthly data on the Verizon-back Warp network and the ability to switch between networks offer exceptional value.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">US Mobile advertises varying data speeds for its three networks, as detailed in the table below.</p><table style="min-width: 50px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>US Mobile networks</td><td>Advertised data speeds</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Warp (Verizon)</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">30 - 702 Mbps</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Dark Star (AT&amp;T)</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">30.5 - 389 Mbps</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Light Speed (T-Mobile)</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">79 - 357 Mbps</td></tr></tbody></table><p>The best network on US Mobile is Warp, which is based on Verizon. It includes Verizon&#39;s extensive coverage and 70GB of premium prioritized data, which means your data speeds won&#39;t be artificially slowed down when the network becomes congested at a particular time and place.</p><p>Even if Verizon (Warp) doesn&#39;t have the right coverage for you, you&#39;ll be happy with the other networks available on US Mobile based on T-Mobile (Light Speed) and AT&amp;T (Dark Star). Light Speed and Dark Star offer up to 35GB or 70GB, respectively, of high-speed data that is subject to deprioritization. However, we didn&#39;t feel any impact from chance deprioritization when we tested the Light Speed network.</p><p>Regardless of the network you pick, the Unlimited Starter plan&#39;s is one of the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans-for-one-person?op=1">best cell phone plans</a> with data limits that should be more than enough for the vast majority of users. If you exceed the limit, US Mobile reduces data speeds to 1Mbps until the end of the billing cycle, which is still somewhat usable. In contrast, most carriers reduce speeds to an unusable degree &mdash; between 40 and 256Kbps.</p><p>In addition to traditional SIM cards, US Mobile offers eSIM delivery for quick and easy setup. Obtaining your Number Transfer PIN from your current carrier is the only burden if you want to keep your existing number.</p><p>Read our full <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/us-mobile-review">US Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="74ccbca4-eec6-43ac-96db-cfadda144978" data-toc-id="74ccbca4-eec6-43ac-96db-cfadda144978" data-toc-label="Best budget">Best budget</h2><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall"><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=5102268525d1e4d7ae2b34d1b3eec669c4b3cfa7dcd9da375f1cde8b5db0db35&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tello Mobile</a> is an MVNO that runs on T-Mobile&#39;s network and offers the same data speeds (79 to 357 Mbps typical) and coverage as other MVNOs that run on T-Mobile, like Mint Mobile. For a comparative analysis of the two budget MVNOs backed by T-Mobile, check out our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-tello-mobile">Mint Mobile vs. Tello</a> guide.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">What separates Tello Mobile from the budget prepaid category is its&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Build Your Own Plan</a>, which lets you pick and pay for what&#39;s most important to you, whether it&#39;s data, voice minutes, or a low amount of both. Unlike Mint Mobile, Tello offers prepaid plans in the traditional sense that you prepay monthly.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67f6b5cc3fe8d3928362998e?format=jpeg" height="944" width="1500" charset="" alt="Best prepaid phone plans in 2025: An original photo of the Tello Mobile app in hand."/><figcaption>Tello can cost as low as $5/month, the lowest rate among the prepaid plans we recommend.<p class="copyright">Eve Montie/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">With Tello, you can get a decent amount of data for a low monthly bill if you don&#39;t talk on the phone often and can opt for fewer minutes. For example, you can get 10GB of data and 100 voice minutes for $16/month.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">You can reduce the monthly bill even further, down to 1GB for just $5/month at the carrier&#39;s low minimum rate.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Tello offers SIM card delivery for older phones or eSIM transfer for quicker and easier setup with newer phones. If you want to keep your phone number, you only need to get your Number Transfer PIN from your existing carrier.</p><p id="2c25f891-daff-4446-88e6-5e93e19334de" data-toc-label="Best overall">Read our full <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/tello-mobile-review">Tello Mobile review</a>.</p><h2 id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc" data-toc-id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc" data-toc-label="Best from a major carrier">Best from a major carrier</h2><p id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc"><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74528-20&amp;h=9718e8e3b959c7381485c6f2a3baa813d050b735bdf21be3dc06b17f1c1f5c9c&amp;postID=675b7c0337c4c08f24dc42b5&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-prepaid-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.att.com%2Fprepaid%2Fplans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">AT&amp;T&#39;s Unlimited + 10GB hot spot</a> prepaid plan offers the best value among prepaid plans from major carriers. However, it&#39;s only available with an annual payment of $300, which equates to $25/month, so make sure you&#39;re comfortable sticking to the plan for at least 12 months.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6761b8226c531c315b88c987?format=jpeg" height="1689" width="2000" charset="" alt="Best prepaid phone plans in 2025: An original photo of an AT&amp;T store in Manhattan, New York."/><figcaption>AT&amp;T&#39;s network is far-reaching, and $25/month is a high-value asking price for a solid amount of data.<p class="copyright">John Lynch/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc">By &#34;unlimited,&#34; AT&amp;T means you get 16GB of high-speed monthly data and access to the carrier&#39;s 5G network. If you use more than 16GB, data speeds are slowed to 1.5Mbps for the rest of the month, which limits what you can do. However, it is still usable for fewer data-intensive tasks, like messaging, web browsing, and even streaming music.</p><p id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc">AT&amp;T advertises speeds between 12 and 304 Mbps, and the carrier offers eSIM delivery.</p><p id="27ecf68b-e8c5-4e18-9b05-0561d7bab3fc">The equivalent rate of $25/month is the best value from a major carrier and makes this the best prepaid plan for hotspot use, though many comparable MVNO and budget options are more affordable and flexible, as detailed above.</p><h2 id="fe9676a6-6f7a-4f83-8b3e-b594b64fad74" data-toc-id="fe9676a6-6f7a-4f83-8b3e-b594b64fad74" data-toc-label="How we test">How we test prepaid phone plans</h2><p>We&#39;ve tested or personally tried every carrier included in this guide, so we&#39;re deeply familiar with the quality of their service.</p><p>In line with our broader testing of the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans">best cell phone plans</a>, we apply our experience with each carrier, considering the pros and cons of their prepaid plans while weighing their value and monthly cost. We then compare each carrier&#39;s prepaid plans to determine their strengths and weaknesses.</p><p>We also consider their annual payment pricing &mdash; an option that has become more widely available for prepaid plans.</p><h2 id="a0e1ae21-3dbf-45b9-a981-f03b035146fb" data-toc-id="a0e1ae21-3dbf-45b9-a981-f03b035146fb" data-toc-label="FAQs">FAQs</h2><h3 class="faq-question">What is a prepaid phone plan?</h3><p class="faq-answer">A prepaid phone plan is one you pay for in advance at the beginning of the month or in longer-term intervals. It&#39;s different from a postpaid plan, where you pay at the end of the month for the month of service you just used.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Is it cheaper to be on a prepaid or postpaid phone plan?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Prepaid plans are generally the cheapest phone plans for customers with one or two lines in their accounts. Postpaid plans can start to make more sense with three or more lines on an account due to multi-line discounts and perks like discounts on other services, which most prepaid plans don&#39;t offer.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Do prepaid phone plans have good cell coverage?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Yes, the best prepaid phone plan providers like Mint Mobile, Visible, and Tello use the same major networks as postpaid plans, such as T-Mobile, Verizon, or AT&amp;T, so coverage is generally strong.</p><p class="faq-answer">However, coverage can vary depending on your location. For example, Verizon may offer better service in rural areas, while T-Mobile tends to perform better in cities and suburban regions.</p><h3 class="faq-question">What is the best prepaid phone plan on the market?</h3><p class="faq-answer">The best prepaid phone plan depends on your needs, but Mint Mobile is widely considered the best overall. It offers affordable unlimited data starting at $15&mdash;$30/month, excellent 5G coverage via T-Mobile&#39;s network, and hotspot access.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-prepaid-phone-plans">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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380.      <title>Taylor Swift got engaged in a Ralph Lauren dress that subtly matched Travis Kelce&#39;s outfit</title>
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382.      <description>Ralph Lauren designed the $398 striped, silk dress Taylor Swift wore while getting engaged. The brand also designed Travis Kelce&#39;s knit polo.</description>
383.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae07dbcfc04e97619c1167?format=jpeg" height="1070" width="1427" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift in New York City."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift in New York City on October 26, 2023.<p class="copyright">Gotham/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, as they announced via Instagram on Tuesday.</li><li>Swift wore a Ralph Lauren dress for the proposal. It retails for $398 and is made from silk.</li><li>Kelce also wore the American designer in the form of a knit polo top.</li></ul><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swifts-most-daring-looks-sheer-outfits-2021-11">Taylor Swift</a> is living up to her Miss Americana nickname in the most romantic way.</p><p>On Tuesday, the 35-year-old pop icon announced that <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">she&#39;s engaged</a> to NFL quarterback <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kansas-city-chiefs-espn-the-kingdom-series-red-carpet-outfits-2025-8">Travis Kelce</a>, 35, with a series of photos posted to Instagram. In the images, she&#39;s seen embracing her fiancé, showing off <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">her massive engagement ring</a>, and wearing a simple dress.</p><p>The latter was designed by <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=a4b9aef53ce40b67a250acb8814ba9b8d6838a9b763c20bec5fc255afdb697fc&amp;postID=68ae068aba19542c23b7f02e&amp;postSlug=taylor-swift-engagement-dress-ralph-lauren-travis-kelce-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.com%2Fwomen-clothing-dresses%2Fstriped-silk-blend-dress%2F0079427340.html" data-autoaffiliated="true">Ralph Lauren</a> and costs $398. It&#39;s striped, sleeveless, and made from a mulberry silk blend.</p><div id="1756235402523" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank"> <div style=" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; 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384. <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></div><p>Most interestingly, though, Swift&#39;s dress subtly matched Kelce&#39;s outfit.</p><p>The Kansas City Chiefs player wore a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=8eb0ac5894dfe8cdbf1c8f21084cd216447177341a1640e1f8a4f1aac301b3ac&amp;postID=68ae068aba19542c23b7f02e&amp;postSlug=taylor-swift-engagement-dress-ralph-lauren-travis-kelce-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.com%2Fmen-clothing-sweaters%2Fcable-knit-cotton-polo-collar-sweater-%2F0076217173.html%3F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$138 cable-knit polo top</a> from Ralph Lauren, paired with white shorts and brown suede loafers.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6899f529194a2d49b8ae53e9?format=jpeg" height="3000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City in October 2024."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City in October 2024.<p class="copyright">TheStewartofNY/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift has worn the American designer since the start of her career and has continued to do so throughout her relationship with Kelce.</p><p>On an October 2024 date night, for example, she wore a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=7aff1ef6de633c8be11ce75132beea1b662b81e2935dbe6f66eb3d0c3a7c1a49&amp;postID=68ae068aba19542c23b7f02e&amp;postSlug=taylor-swift-engagement-dress-ralph-lauren-travis-kelce-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.com%2Fwomen-clothing-coats%2Fcamel-hair-long-polo-coat%2F0078108446.html%3F">$2,498</a> Ralph Lauren coat over a Gucci corset and RTA faux-leather miniskirt.</p><p><a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10"><u>Swift and Kelce began dating</u></a> in the summer of 2023. Recently, Swift even appeared on an episode of Kelce&#39;s podcast to announce her coming album, &#34;<a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-album-release-tracklist-details-2025-8"><u>The Life of a Showgirl</u></a>.&#34;</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/689b4c05cfc04e97619b3e8d?format=jpeg" height="5000" width="4926" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce photographed in New York City."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce photographed in New York City.<p class="copyright">XNY/Star Max/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Of course, it&#39;s unclear if Swift and Kelce purposefully coordinated their engagement looks. It might&#39;ve just been a happy coincidence.</p><p>Either way, Ralph Lauren might want to start sketching some dress and tuxedo designs, just in case. </p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-dress-ralph-lauren-travis-kelce-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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399.      <title>The best cell phone plans 2025</title>
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401.      <description>The best cell phone plans offer sufficient data and coverage for your needs, as well as worthwhile features and perks.</description>
402.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae15d5a17a8c5b40538816?format=jpeg" height="4128" width="5504" charset="" alt="A woman holds up her cellphone to take a selfie against a yellow background."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">GREGORIO RECHE/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The best cell phone plans primarily include sufficient data for your needs. Additionally, a plan can offer relevant perks and features, including bundled discounts on streaming services, multi-line discounts, inexpensive plans for connected devices, or international features. However, the ideal plan is useless if the carrier backing it doesn&#39;t adequately cover the areas you frequent.</p><p>An ideal cell phone plan also largely hinges on how many lines you want. Solo users are often stuck with a daunting monthly bill with the major carriers, but if you&#39;re looking for three or more lines, then prices start to come crashing down, unlocking premium data and perks for all.</p><p>After extensively testing options from major carriers and budget-friendly providers, if you&#39;re just looking for a single line and don&#39;t have gargantuan data needs, we&#39;d recommend Mint Mobile first, as its short-term contracts are a steal from just <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=b309f26ad763174d8b92dde97f20b590292f9d21ed432d0b8b3405642dbcbef0&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F3-month-plans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$15 a month</a>.</p><p>If you&#39;re looking to take out multiple lines, or don&#39;t mind the high cost for a single one, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=162a19900d68f5113da13e6aebce3becd2e7997bb8bd3e7a516ba70f49ea9a39&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.verizon.com%2Fplans%2Funlimited%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Verizon&#39;s Unlimited Plus plan</a> is our top pick. It offers the most data with the most comprehensive coverage at an unmatched value, especially with more lines on a plan. Our top budget recommendation from a major carrier is&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=0fdf17f2d53ef7c04a4e53cdcf0292b8985d98470aceb287451335cbb0f69042&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.t-mobile.com%2Fcell-phone-plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">T-Mobile&#39;s Essentials plans</a>, which include a generous amount of premium data for a lower monthly bill that nets significant long-term savings.</p><h2 id="2bb7a3a4-82fd-472a-b316-74e8d23c093a" data-toc-id="2bb7a3a4-82fd-472a-b316-74e8d23c093a">Our top picks for the best cell phone plans</h2><ul><li><strong>Best true budget:</strong> Mint Mobile Introductory 3-Month Plans - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=b309f26ad763174d8b92dde97f20b590292f9d21ed432d0b8b3405642dbcbef0&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F3-month-plans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Mint Mobile</a></li><li><strong>Best budget (for multiple lines): </strong>T-Mobile Essentials Plans - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=0fdf17f2d53ef7c04a4e53cdcf0292b8985d98470aceb287451335cbb0f69042&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.t-mobile.com%2Fcell-phone-plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at T-Mobile</a></li><li><strong>Best overall: </strong>Verizon Unlimited Plus Plan - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=162a19900d68f5113da13e6aebce3becd2e7997bb8bd3e7a516ba70f49ea9a39&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.verizon.com%2Fplans%2Funlimited%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Verizon</a></li></ul><hr/><h2 id="b0562521-e18e-4779-aef5-ca1be18ff10d" data-toc-id="b0562521-e18e-4779-aef5-ca1be18ff10d" data-toc-label="Best budget buy (solo plan users)">Best budget buy (solo plan users)</h2><p>A so-called &#34;true budget&#34; cell phone plan typically comes from mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), which deliver data and connectivity to your phone by piggybacking on a major carrier&#39;s network. Worthwhile plans from these providers offer data at notably lower monthly prices than the least expensive flagship plan from a major carrier, the $50/month T-Mobile Essentials Saver plan.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=b309f26ad763174d8b92dde97f20b590292f9d21ed432d0b8b3405642dbcbef0&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F3-month-plans%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Mint Mobile&#39;s introductory three-month plans</a> are the best &#34;true budget&#34; option for new customers and our top pick among the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cheap-cell-phone-plans">best cheap cell phone plans</a>. The promotion offers three-month prepaid plans with 5GB, 15GB, 20GB, or unlimited monthly data for discounted rates, starting at just $15/month. However, each plan&#39;s data is subject to deprioritization behind T-Mobile customers during network congestion.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/681ce5b8c6ad288d148066d5?format=jpeg" height="899" width="1199" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans in May 2025: An original photo of the Mint Mobile app on a smartphone home screen."/><figcaption>Mint Mobile is an exceptional MVNO option if T-Mobile&#39;s network covers the areas you frequent.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Those who have already tried and valued Mint Mobile should opt for the carrier&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=b064ba295027e55e35a8b123730534fee34e9e759222cb5738e1ffbfd117c601&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mintmobile.com%2Fphone-plans%2F12-month-plans%2F%3Fselected%3DMINT-UNLIMITED-12%26simtype%3Desim" data-autoaffiliated="true">12-month plans</a>, which offer the best value at the same rates as the introductory three-month promotion. For a limited time, Mint Mobile&#39;s 12-month unlimited plan is discounted to $15/month from $30/month, enhancing its position among the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-unlimited-data-plans">best unlimited data plans</a> and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-prepaid-phone-plans">best prepaid phone plans</a> for a budget value.</p><p>As we note in our <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-review">Mint Mobile review</a>, the service stands out from the competition in the MVNO market for its long-term value and straightforward app, customer service, and plan management. Mint Mobile is also considerably more affordable than the least expensive plans from its parent company, T-Mobile. See our guide to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-t-mobile">Mint Mobile vs. T-Mobile</a> for further comparison.</p><p>If you don&#39;t mind some very low data and minutes allocations, whilst still using the T-Mobile network, you might want to consider <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=82dcec2234fa6fc0f68d74a7b7632b71faf934716fe527b11dac1e28e60beaa3&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftello.com%2Fbuy%2Fcustom_plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Tello Mobile</a>,. You get some very small allowances, but prices start from as low as $5/month. Read our <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/tello-mobile-review">Tello Mobile review</a> and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-tello-mobile">Mint Mobile vs. Tello</a> guide to help decide between the two MVNOs.</p><p>However, if you know that T-Mobile&#39;s coverage may not sufficiently cover your area, or if you&#39;re looking for high-speed data not subject to deprioritization, you may be better served by Verizon&#39;s network, as we detail in our guide to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-verizon">Mint Mobile vs. Verizon</a>. Relative to Mint Mobile and Tello, slightly more expensive MVNO options run on Verizon&#39;s network with allotted prioritized data.</p><p>These Verizon-backed options include the <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=7036a596f1c8d6eaa06842e5be16667b773c5aa28a9e6c8d527caecec2c768cc&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visible.com%2Fplans" data-autoaffiliated="true">Visible Plus plan</a> from Visible Wireless, which offers unlimited prioritized data for $29/month with a current discount. Read our <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/visible-wireless-review">Visible Wireless review</a> and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/mint-mobile-vs-visible">Mint Mobile vs. Visible</a> guide for further comparison.</p><hr/><h2 id="02e03ae7-031b-4d21-b019-ef7cda59573e" data-toc-id="02e03ae7-031b-4d21-b019-ef7cda59573e" data-toc-label="Best budget">Best budget (multiple lines)</h2><p>When it comes to more affordable plans, you start to forfeit unlimited premium data, as your data speeds can be affected after reaching a certain limit or when network congestion leads to deprioritization.</p><p>Among the three major carriers, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=0fdf17f2d53ef7c04a4e53cdcf0292b8985d98470aceb287451335cbb0f69042&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.t-mobile.com%2Fcell-phone-plans" data-autoaffiliated="true">T-Mobile&#39;s Essentials plans</a> easily offer the best value in the &#34;budget&#34; (or relatively lower priced) category, thanks to its generous 50GB of premium prioritized data on the carrier&#39;s full and extensive 5G network, including its Ultra Capacity 5G network (mmWave and C-band) and Extended Range 5G (Sub-6).</p><p>Data for Essentials customers shouldn&#39;t become significantly deprioritized until they&#39;ve used 50GB monthly. However, during particularly intense congestion, they may experience slower speeds than those on T-Mobile&#39;s high-end plans. Meanwhile, AT&amp;T and Verizon don&#39;t offer any premium data in their equivalent plans of the same price range.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/681ce5563fe8d39283655118?format=jpeg" height="837" width="1116" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans in May 2025: An original photo of the T-Life mobile app from T-Mobile."/><figcaption>T-Mobile&#39;s Essentials and Essentials Saver plans offer excellent value for a substantial allotment of premium monthly data.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>T-Mobile&#39;s Essentials offerings start at $50/month for a single line through the Essentials Saver plan. This plan is identical to the standard Essentials plan but with more favorable pricing ($10 less per line) for single- or dual-line accounts. The Essentials offerings support up to six lines, with reduced pricing for additional lines; it&#39;s a steal if you manage four or more lines. Those who only need up to three lines should opt for the Essentials Saver plan.</p><p>(Older adults can find further savings through T-Mobile&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=7e414f28140b04bd601f358bca01502b151b3fe187bb72dd983c0e664ecbc25e&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.t-mobile.com%2Fcell-phone-plans%3FICID%3DMGPO_TMO_U_UNL55PLUS_RXTFSBK65GRY9FIB13PRU%26clickref%3D1101lAtm8aB3" data-autoaffiliated="true">Essentials Choice 55 plan</a>. As our top pick among the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans-for-seniors">best cell phone plans for seniors</a>, the Choice 55 option brings the same standard Essentials plan to $45/month for a single line or $60/month for two lines for those ages 55 and over.)</p><p>T-Mobile offers unlimited mobile hot spot functionality on its Essentials plan, but only at 3G speeds. It limits you to basic tasks, like emailing, but 3G speeds might be dubiously slow scrolling down photo and video-heavy social media apps or video streaming. If you&#39;re looking for at least <em>some</em> flexibility to use your phone as a mobile hot spot, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=b256dc0c5a8829bec9f01d8fca76828693648513a9c1b55a1f9ed6d99b681f52&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.att.com%2Fplans%2Fwireless%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">AT&amp;T&#39;s Unlimited Starter plan</a> will be the better option. It has 5GB of mobile hot spot data at faster speeds, which can better serve you for light use or in an emergency. </p><p>Finally, T-Mobile offers some international perks with its Essentials plan. You get unlimited texting, $0.25/minute calls in 215+ countries, and unlimited international texting from home. In Canada and Mexico, Essentials offers unlimited talk and text but at up to 128Kbps data speeds, which is so slow you may even struggle with an email.</p><p>Want to know more about the carrier service? Check out our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/t-mobile-review">T-Mobile review</a> to see if it&#39;s the right pick for you.</p><hr/><h2 id="28a80265-687e-4617-8150-7fdecad87575" data-toc-id="28a80265-687e-4617-8150-7fdecad87575" data-toc-label="Best overall">Best overall</h2><p>Our testing and extensive experience show that <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=162a19900d68f5113da13e6aebce3becd2e7997bb8bd3e7a516ba70f49ea9a39&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.verizon.com%2Fplans%2Funlimited%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Verizon&#39;s Unlimited Plus plan</a> offers most people the best balance of data, coverage, and additional features. Though a single line costs $80/month (with auto-pay and paper-free billing enabled), the monthly cost per line is less with every additional line, up to five lines.</p><p>With Verizon&#39;s Unlimited Plus plan, you get unlimited prioritized data, so your data speeds won&#39;t slow down after you&#39;ve used a certain amount of monthly data when the network is congested. It also includes Verizon&#39;s 5G Ultra Wideband network, which runs on the super-fast mmWave and C-band spectrums. Verizon also offers a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=162bd0c1cdd5da21e21668bd2157abf5520be748b813e848fca144d54a397dfc&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.verizon.com%2Fplans%2Fdevices%2Ftablets%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">50% discount</a> for a single connected device plan, whether for a connected smartwatch or tablet.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/681ce5033fe8d39283655101?format=jpeg" height="842" width="1122" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans in May 2025: An original photo of the Verizon mobile app on a smartphone."/><figcaption>Verizon&#39;s Unlimited Plus plan is the most comprehensive and versatile option for overall value, especially for accounts with more lines.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>In addition to the carrier&#39;s core wireless services, Verizon&#39;s Unlimited Plus plan includes discounts on various other services. Among the deals, you can save $7/month on a Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN Plus bundle or $8/month on a Netflix and Max bundle. Check out <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-62444-20&amp;h=162a19900d68f5113da13e6aebce3becd2e7997bb8bd3e7a516ba70f49ea9a39&amp;postID=65835288c20aecbe8fd75b48&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-cell-phone-plans&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.verizon.com%2Fplans%2Funlimited%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Verizon&#39;s website</a> for the other available perks.&nbsp;</p><p>For international use, the Unlimited Plus plan gets you unlimited talk and text and 2GB of daily high-speed data (before it&#39;s slowed to 3G speeds) in Mexico and Canada. It also allows unlimited talk and text <em>from </em>the US to Mexico and Canada, and unlimited texting to over 200 countries.</p><p>Verizon says video streaming quality on the Unlimited Plus plan is limited to 720p, but their fine print says 4K quality is available in 5G Ultra Wideband areas when you activate the 4K streaming option through the My Verizon app or with Verizon&#39;s customer service. It also says 1080p resolution can be activated in standard 5G and 4G areas.&nbsp;</p><p>Verizon Fios internet users who also use Verizon Wireless will also get a discount on their internet service, so it&#39;s an especially good choice for Verizon Fios customers.</p><p>No other carrier offers as much for the price if you set up multiple lines, and Verizon generally has the best coverage mix between rural and urban areas. See our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/verizon-review">Verizon review</a> for more details.</p><hr/><h2 id="c221420d-d621-46a5-a181-7b482f7077ad" data-toc-id="c221420d-d621-46a5-a181-7b482f7077ad" data-toc-label="How we test">How we test cell phone plans</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/681cd81da466d2b74ab566bf?format=jpeg" height="1800" width="2400" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans in May 2025: An original photo of an iPhone 16 Pro Max in hand, open to speed test results for Verizon Wireless service."/><figcaption>We&#39;ve tested every major carrier and numerous MVNOs against standardized criteria.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Our testing procedure for cell phone plans involves day-to-day personal use, like making calls, sending messages, and using data-light and data-heavy apps, from browsing the web to streaming videos and scrolling through content-rich social media apps. We test data speeds on various networks in different locations, including areas projected for LTE, basic 5G, and high-band 5G speeds. We also conduct our tests in varying signal strengths for data speed testing.</p><p>We have extensive experience with every major carrier in personal use and testing scenarios for assessing data speeds and coverage, and we compare our results to the carrier&#39;s claims. Coverage and data speeds differ significantly in different locations, so we can&#39;t accurately claim that one network is better for specific areas we haven&#39;t tested. However, we are confident in making general assessments based on our years of experience with the major carriers in rural, suburban, and urban areas, which have consistently supported reputational trends for coverage in those respective areas. &nbsp;</p><p>After assessing a carrier&#39;s overall quality based on coverage and data speeds, we look at a plan&#39;s offerings and monthly price. These criteria include data amount, whether premium-prioritized data is used or subject to deprioritization, what happens after reaching a data limit, mobile hot spot features, whether a plan includes fast high-band 5G connectivity, multi-line discounts, international features, and extra benefits or perks.&nbsp;</p><p>We&#39;ve also tested many MVNOs and budget-friendly carriers, but haven&#39;t tested them all. Having tested all major carriers in the US, we generally know how MVNOs and budget-friendly carriers perform in terms of coverage and data speeds as they operate on the networks of said major carriers. See our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cheap-cell-phone-plans">best cheap cell phone plans</a> guide for other top options from our testing in the MVNO landscape.&nbsp;</p><h2 id="fefb12e9-7275-450f-9a34-e33d3b62619a" data-toc-id="fefb12e9-7275-450f-9a34-e33d3b62619a" data-toc-label="What to look for">What to look for in a cell phone plan</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/681ce64ac6ad288d14806702?format=jpeg" height="599" width="1200" charset="" alt="Best cell phone plans in May 2025: An original photo of a phone displaying the temperature in New York City with a trail in the background."/><figcaption>We primarily rate the best cell phone plans based on their allotments of prioritized data, which assures top-tier speeds without disruption.<p class="copyright">Antonio Villas-Boas/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>The perfect cell phone plan doesn&#39;t make sense if a carrier has inadequate network coverage in your area. First and foremost, you should narrow your options by determining which carrier has the best coverage in whichever locations you frequent. One way to do so is by asking neighbors and locals in person or through online forums like Nextdoor, Reddit, or Facebook.</p><p>After you&#39;ve figured out which carriers have the network coverage you need, the core plan feature to look for is sufficient data for your needs, allowing a worry-free experience when using your phone without WiFi, especially when scrolling through data-heavy social media apps, streaming video, or video calling.&nbsp;</p><p>We prefer plans that offer you the most &#34;premium data&#39;&#39; with no data limits before a carrier slows down your speeds. We also like plans where your data isn&#39;t affected when a carrier&#39;s network is congested. That way, you can do whatever you want on your phone without thinking about the time of day, like rush hours.</p><p>After that, it&#39;s a question of your monthly budget. Pricier plans offer unlimited premium data, but you may have to settle for a plan with limited premium data if your budget doesn&#39;t allow it. One way to reduce your monthly bill is to join a plan with friends and family, as the monthly cost per line gets lower as more people are on a plan.&nbsp;See our guide to the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-family-cell-phone-plans">best family cell phone plans</a> for the top options from our testing. &nbsp;</p><p>The following plan features are more subjective.</p><p>If you often work on your laptop away from a familiar or secure WiFi connection and use your phone as a mobile hot spot, you&#39;ll want a plan that offers as much mobile hot spot data as you need. If this feature is incredibly important to you, it could dictate which plan you get.</p><p>If you often travel or communicate with friends and family abroad, you&#39;ll want to consider a plan&#39;s international features. Alternatively, carriers offer international add-on plans at an extra cost on top of your usual monthly bill. You can apply these as needed.&nbsp;</p><p>Perks are nice add-ons that could tip you toward a specific carrier as long as that carrier has good coverage in your area. Things like discounts on streaming service bundles, your home internet service, or discounts on separate plans for data-connected smartwatches or tablets could make the difference.&nbsp;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-cell-phone-plans">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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423.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae14a4a17a8c5b405387f6?format=jpeg" height="3303" width="6606" charset="" alt="a woman sitting in front of a bed in pain and holding her neck"/><figcaption>People with a qualifying health condition can use FSA/HSA funds to buy mattresses from Purple, Sleep Number, Nectar, and more.<p class="copyright">LordHenriVoton/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-mattress">The best mattresses</a> are more than a cozy getaway in your bedroom &mdash; for many, they&#39;re also the key to better health. For conditions like sleep apnea and chronic pain, mattresses are considered medical necessities. Since mattresses are so central to health, there is a way to save some money on a new mattress. Many top mattresses let you use Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds to buy a new bed. This process saves you money while also letting you use your leftover FSA funds before they&#39;re gone.</p><p>While you can&#39;t buy mattresses directly on FSA/HSA stores, many mattress brands &mdash; like Sleep Number and Nectar &mdash; partner with companies like <a target="_blank" href="https://www.truemed.com/shop/sleep">TrueMed</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sikahealth.com/pages/sleep">Sika</a> to help people with qualifying medical conditions to use their pre-taxed dollars to buy a mattress. Not everyone qualifies to use their HSA/FSA funds for a mattress, but it&#39;s easier to qualify than you may think.</p><p>We&#39;ve gathered everything you need to know about using HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress, including why you should do it, who qualifies, and which mattresses are eligible.</p><h2 id="41f92c3b-b09e-4c4f-803e-dcca16c12b9f" data-toc-id="41f92c3b-b09e-4c4f-803e-dcca16c12b9f" data-toc-label="Who qualifies?">Who qualifies to use HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress?</h2><p>Not everyone can use their HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress. A mattress is only available for reimbursement if it <a target="_blank" href="https://help.truemed.com/en/articles/5215169">&#34;treats, reverses, or prevents a diagnosed medical condition</a>,&#34; and requires a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from a doctor. Services like TrueMed and Sika make it easy and free to find out if you qualify and link you to a provider that can provide the LMN.</p><p>Since sleep is important to many health conditions, there is a wide range of conditions that could qualify you to use your HSA/FSA on a new mattress. These conditions include mental health conditions like anxiety and depression; sleep disorders like sleep apnea, insomnia, and chronic fatigue; chronic pain, including arthritis and fibromyalgia; and diseases like autoimmune disease, heart disease, and diabetes. If you&#39;ve been deemed &#34;overweight&#34; or &#34;obese&#34; by a doctor, you might be eligible, too. Regardless of your condition, your new mattress must actively improve or treat your health.</p><h2 id="e9de7d67-a9d9-41b5-aae7-70b605e78765" data-toc-id="e9de7d67-a9d9-41b5-aae7-70b605e78765" data-toc-label="Why use HSA/FSA funds?">Why use HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress?</h2><p>The short answer is: it&#39;ll save you money. Since money in your HSA or FSA is pre-taxed, you have more spending power using these funds. Your HSA/FSA can cover sales tax, too.</p><p>Also, FSA funds are &#34;use it or lose it&#34; and expire at the end of the year. If you have leftover funds, using them to buy a new mattress prevents it from going to waste.</p><h2 id="48e88ae3-7751-4a6b-b2dc-6ec9c161085e" data-toc-id="48e88ae3-7751-4a6b-b2dc-6ec9c161085e" data-toc-label="How to use HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress"><strong>How to use HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress</strong></h2><p>Using your HSA/FSA funds to buy a mattress is simple. At each retailer&#39;s website, you&#39;ll add products to your cart as usual, and when you get to the payment screen, select the option that says &#34;pay with HSA/FSA.&#34; This will lead you to a health survey. Once complete, you&#39;ll be prompted to check out. Most companies recommend checking out with your personal credit card and submitting a reimbursement request, but there&#39;s also the option to pay directly from your HSA/FSA card, too. If you want to use part of your savings to pay for the mattress but don&#39;t have enough to cover the entire purchase in your account, then put it on your normal credit or debit card. This way, you&#39;ll easily be reimbursed for the funds you do use without making the cost splitting complicated.</p><p>If you qualify, you&#39;ll receive an electronic LMN in your inbox within about 24-48 hours. You can then send it to your savings account provider to start your reimbursement.</p><p>Importantly, your funds won&#39;t fully cover a mattress since HSA/FSA funds can only be used to pay for mattress features that actively improve your health, like cooling properties or extra support. For instance, when we completed the survey and ran a queen-size Purple and DreamCloud mattress through TrueMed, the cost of the mattress was covered, minus $223, which is considered an average price for a basic mattress. It even covered the in-home setup on the Purple. Essentially, your funds can pay up to 90% of the mattress&#39;s price.</p><h2 id="b55f974c-0b37-4750-a60e-8dd77b4c82c2" data-toc-id="b55f974c-0b37-4750-a60e-8dd77b4c82c2" data-toc-label="Eligible mattresses">What mattresses are HSA/FSA eligible?</h2><p>While you can&#39;t use HSA and FSA funds to buy any mattress on the market, there&#39;s a sizable list of comfortable mattresses that are eligible. Notably, the <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110327226wg-20&amp;h=dd7ca72fb70d1dd7812ec642141bb30f9c2a0f184107a304954b46ca7e222d75&amp;postID=68add160a4f747113618261a&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fhome%2Fhow-to-use-fsa-hsa-for-mattress&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nectarsleep.com%2Fmattress" data-autoaffiliated="true">Nectar Classic Mattress</a>, one of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-mattress-for-back-pain">best mattresses for back pain</a>, is available for purchase with HSA/FSA funds.</p><h3 id="40966f7a-bc5d-412e-a990-86e8ee263f83" data-toc-id="40966f7a-bc5d-412e-a990-86e8ee263f83">Nectar</h3><p>You can either use an HSA/FSA at checkout on eligible mattresses or submit a reimbursement request after you&#39;re confirmed. After checkout, you&#39;ll receive a survey from TrueMed. If you don&#39;t have enough funds to cover the entire mattress, Nectar recommends paying with your personal credit card and then using the reimbursement request.</p><h3 id="597fec26-29d8-488f-bea4-7f3b2c069684" data-toc-id="597fec26-29d8-488f-bea4-7f3b2c069684" data-toc-label="Purple">Purple</h3><p>Like Nectar, Purple&#39;s qualification system is run through TrueMed. At checkout, click the &#34;Pay with HSA/FSA&#34; button in payment options. This will take you to the health survey. If you qualify, you can also pay and submit a reimbursement request. Read our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/purple-mattress-review">Purple mattress review</a> to learn about all of Purple&#39;s beds in one place.</p><h3 id="c50afe34-349f-4162-8907-c05e3c71038c" data-toc-id="c50afe34-349f-4162-8907-c05e3c71038c">Sleep Number</h3><p>At Sleep Number, you don&#39;t pay directly through your savings account. Instead, you complete the purchase as normal, indicate during checkout that you&#39;d like to use HSA/FSA funds, then take the health survey. If you qualify, you&#39;ll receive a Letter of Medical Necessity, which you&#39;ll then send your documentation to your HSA or FSA provider for reimbursement. Read our <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/sleep-number-360-i8-smart-bed-review">Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed review</a>.</p><h3 id="6afa4c05-d9b6-47e7-bba3-8afb289fe9ba" data-toc-id="6afa4c05-d9b6-47e7-bba3-8afb289fe9ba">Avocado</h3><p>To qualify with Avocado, you take the health survey from Sika prior to checking out. Then, with your LMN in hand, you&#39;ll make your purchase using your HSA/FSA, which Sika will confirm before sending you an email with reimbursement instructions.</p><h3 id="1d2e68c2-5086-4fbc-a199-67f318d6d6c2" data-toc-id="1d2e68c2-5086-4fbc-a199-67f318d6d6c2">Other mattresses</h3><p>GhostBeds, PlushBeds, Zinus, Dreamcloud, and Essentia are all partnered with TrueMed, and the process system is similar to Purple and Nectar. After choosing to pay with HSA/FSA at checkout, you&#39;ll take a survey. If you qualify, you&#39;ll receive your LMN and check out using either your HSA/FSA funds or your credit or debit card for later reimbursement.</p><h2 id="a8edde14-14cf-4899-9b90-48c835a46849" data-toc-id="a8edde14-14cf-4899-9b90-48c835a46849" data-toc-label="Other HSA/FSA eligible sleep products"><strong>What other sleep products can you buy with an HSA/FSA?</strong></h2><p>In addition to mattresses, you can also buy pillows, adjustable bases, alarm clocks, and even weighted blankets using your HSA/FSA funds. Just like with a mattress, you&#39;ll have to qualify for an LMN. We&#39;ve included a few of our favorite eligible products below.</p><h2 id="d13febe4-b08b-4e8a-8fb5-a6821f47b5d3" data-toc-id="d13febe4-b08b-4e8a-8fb5-a6821f47b5d3" data-toc-label="The bottom line"><strong>The bottom line</strong></h2><p>If you have a qualifying medical condition like a sleep disorder, mental illness, or chronic pain, using your HSA/FSA funds could save you money when buying a new mattress, and it is a great way to spend any leftover FSA funds if your medical expenses were less than you expected this year. Not all mattresses are eligible, but brands make the process easy by partnering with companies like TrueMed to check if you qualify, send a letter of medical necessity, and reimburse you.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/how-to-use-fsa-hsa-for-mattress">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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440.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/do-private-equity-investments-really-beat-the-stock-market-2025-8</link>
441.      <description>When criticized, the industry often points to its economic benefits, especially growing workers&#39; pensions.&#xA;But does PE really beat public investments?</description>
442.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/J1ER9owC-jZbcmOYf.html" width="100%" height="100%" style="position:absolute;" allow="fullscreen" title="Private equity insiders say their investments beat the stock market. Is that true?"></iframe></div><p>In the last 18 months, at least eight US hospitals have closed their doors after being bought and sold by private equity firms.</p><p>For years, the private equity industry has stirred controversy when its investments in healthcare, retail, and restaurants have gone south.</p><p>Whenever things go wrong with private equity, people in the industry point to its economic benefits. These investments don&#39;t <em>just</em> benefit ultra-wealthy people, they say. They also help workers with pensions, including firefighters, teachers, and nurses, get the strongest possible returns.</p><p>But does PE really get the best returns of any investment?</p><p>Business Insider producer Elizabeth McCauley sifts through the noise of industry reports and talks to experts to find out the truth behind this secretive industry.</p><p>If you want to check out the sources that informed this video, check out this <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F1CmtgxXE79A6sLjMKbpnR06aGPj0JFT1u17aVGpKZA/edit?usp=sharing">reading list</a>.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/do-private-equity-investments-really-beat-the-stock-market-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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457.      <title>These cute lunch bags will elevate your meal prep routine &amp;mdash; one of my favorites even passes for a handbag</title>
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459.      <description>These cute lunch bags for adults will keep your midday meal fresh. I tested stylish totes and mini coolers for storage, insulation, and easy clean-up.</description>
460.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb20b4d17aa3c7b2b3d84f?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Three lunch bags on a kitchen countertop."/><figcaption>A cute lunch bag can help motivate you to pack your lunch more often. One of my favorites is Modern Picnic&#39;s &#34;The Luncher,&#34; seen here posing as a stylish handbag.<p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>It&#39;s currently peak heirloom tomato season, meaning all the fresh picks at the farmer&#39;s market are at their most delicious. The only trick is to keep them from getting bruised and mushy on my commute. For that, I need a sturdy, well-insulated <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-lunch-box">lunch box</a> that&#39;s comfortable to carry.</p><p>On sunny weekends, a cute lunch bag comes in handy when I&#39;m traveling to the park. It&#39;s an accessory in itself, and it makes sure my food is still appetizing by the time I plop down on my <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-picnic-blankets">picnic blanket</a>.<br/><br/>I tested out a variety of totes and mini coolers to find the best cute lunch bags. Whether you like colorful prints or a more polished design, here are our favorite lunch bags for adults that can preserve the freshness of your midday meal.</p><h2 id="1fdaf7ee-bba9-4b42-bfa8-b102c4bb5416" data-toc-id="1fdaf7ee-bba9-4b42-bfa8-b102c4bb5416">Top 3 Cute Lunch Bags for Adults:</h2><h2 id="5442751d-d11f-4b1a-a17c-087286853bfa" data-toc-id="5442751d-d11f-4b1a-a17c-087286853bfa" data-toc-label="Best overall"><strong>Best lunch bag overall</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0b49ce3009a0fac73f5b?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="A pink lunch bag."/><figcaption>This colorful Stanley lunch bag is spacious enough to hold all your snacks and meal-prep containers.<p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>This was my favorite lunch bag that worked to hold a variety of packed lunches. From the brand behind the ubiquitous cups, this spacious and stylish <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=3acc15f732651bf3528337bfec9be860fec2a783973a31c017018527f670be2b&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%2F%3Fid%3D35871X943606%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.stanley1913.com%252Fcollections%252Ffood-jars-storage">Stanley</a> lunch bag delivers big functionality. Its insulated main compartment can store a bento box along with smaller snacks for long days.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s spacious enough for all your food and drinks. </strong>Whether you&#39;re packing a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-meal-prep-containers">meal prep container</a> full of leftovers or a bagged sandwich, the Julienne Mini Cooler offers plenty of space to store your meal, snacks, and ice pack. It&#39;s even large enough to accommodate a 12-ounce drink alongside your food.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s well-insulated to keep food fresh. </strong>The outside is pretty and simple, yet this lunch bag has thick insulated walls. The brand claims it can keep food cool for up to 12 hours. When I tested it, the bag&#39;s interior was still nice and chilly after being carried around all day.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0b8ccfb7f307e572b3c9?format=jpeg" height="3456" width="5184" charset="" alt="An open top pink lunch bag."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p><strong>The unique hinge top makes it easy to load. </strong>Other lunch bags can be frustrating to fill, as their lids are always flapping shut, but this cooler has a unique &#34;doctor&#39;s bag&#34; hinge top that makes it a breeze to load and unload. The walls snap into an upright position, allowing you to easily grab what&#39;s inside or pack up your lunch in the morning.</p><p><strong>It comes in a variety of fun colors. </strong>Whether you want a plain neutral like black or a bolder hue, the Julienne Mini Cooler comes in thirteen colors. Some options have a two-tone design with accent tones on the bag&#39;s zipper and handle. You can also find it in its <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=ed67eb2a9b69eef16ef425623e0791334293bd1314f0290bebec7898202de1bf&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%2F%3Fid%3D35871X943606%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.stanley1913.com%252Fproducts%252Fthe-all-day-julienne-midi-cooler-14-8-qt">12-quart Midi</a> and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=2224409fa306f63d208a64c0bff4fbd80f068bcd9da96065aeec3d80c589deec&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%2F%3Fid%3D35871X943606%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.stanley1913.com%252Fproducts%252Fthe-all-day-julienne-max-cooler-10-can-22-2-qt">20-quart Maxi</a> versions.</p><h2 id="bc056895-2105-4654-a03d-270094e6979c" data-toc-id="bc056895-2105-4654-a03d-270094e6979c" data-toc-label="Best mini"><strong>Best mini lunch bag</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0d3fd17aa3c7b2b3c4af?format=jpeg" height="3456" width="5184" charset="" alt="Multicolored lunch bag."/><figcaption>This cute, lightweight lunch bag comes in a variety of bold patterns.<p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>I love the <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=0aa7e2792e2e9e749454a2b3898b368776f3e4a04c3da249654c0312ace19005&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.baggu.com%2Fcollections%2Fpuffy-lunch-bag" data-autoaffiliated="true">Baggu</a> Puffy Lunch Bag because its compact size is just right for packing a few snacks. If you want something even smaller, the brand&#39;s <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=b186ae12eac9269ce9c9de2211720f57717f08d4787396ca4ea52778c61dee37&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.baggu.com%2Fproducts%2Flunch-box-keith-haring-pets" data-autoaffiliated="true">Lunch Box</a> is a more miniature version.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s lightweight and compact. </strong>This small lunch bag weighs less than a pound, and its insulated interior can hold one small food container comfortably. It&#39;s not <em>quite</em> large enough for a full-size drink, but I could fit a sandwich, apple, and an ice pack.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0d6ed17aa3c7b2b3c4cb?format=jpeg" height="3456" width="5184" charset="" alt="Open top lunch bag."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p><strong>It comes in cute, colorful patterns. </strong>If bright patterns are right up your alley, you&#39;ll love Baggu&#39;s signature designs. This lunch bag comes in seven different patterns, including motifs with strawberries, bold stripes, and limited edition character prints.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s made from recycled materials.</strong> This lunch bag has a recycled ripstop nylon exterior and its walls are filled with recycled PET polyfill, helping to give used materials new life and keep them out of the landfills.</p><h2 id="5eade4f9-19d2-4c1b-a4dd-4093b97e96f7" data-toc-id="5eade4f9-19d2-4c1b-a4dd-4093b97e96f7" data-toc-label="Best lunch purse"><strong>Best lunch purse</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0eabd17aa3c7b2b3c55f?format=jpeg" height="3456" width="5184" charset="" alt="A black lunch purse on a kitchen countertop."/><figcaption>Originally of Shark Tank Fame, The Luncher is like a mini picnic basket posing as a chic handbag.<p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p id="5eade4f9-19d2-4c1b-a4dd-4093b97e96f7">Don&#39;t be surprised if people ask where you got your cute purse when you&#39;re carrying The Luncher from Modern Picnic. It&#39;s designed to resemble a trendy handbag, so you can take it out to dinner after you&#39;ve left the office.</p><p><strong>It truly looks just like a handbag. </strong>With a structured shape and sleek hardware, The Luncher looks just like a purse from the outside. I chose the black faux-croc colorway, but the brand offers it in a variety of sizes and finishes including wicker and vegan leather.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb0f51d17aa3c7b2b3c5d9?format=jpeg" height="3456" width="5184" charset="" alt="The inside of a lunch bag."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p><strong>There are organization pockets inside. </strong>While the outside of this lunch bag is sleek and simple, there are a few useful features inside that come in handy when packing your lunch. On one side of the bag, there are slots for your utensils that keeps them secure during transport, and there&#39;s also a small pocket for napkins or even essentials like your credit card. After all, there&#39;s nothing that says you can&#39;t use it as a purse, too!</p><p><strong>It comes with a removable strap.</strong> In addition to its two structured handles, this lunch bag comes with a removable shoulder strap that makes it more versatile. If you have a longer commute, it&#39;s always nice to be able to carry the bag hands-free.</p><h2 id="348acc95-a584-45ca-87c0-2ad3f4357820" data-toc-id="348acc95-a584-45ca-87c0-2ad3f4357820" data-toc-label="Best budget"><strong>Best budget</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb1123d17aa3c7b2b3c73a?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Striped lunch bag and tupperware."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Amazon</p></figcaption></figure><p id="348acc95-a584-45ca-87c0-2ad3f4357820">The Fit &amp; Fresh Lunch Bag is a budget-friendly option that comes in a fun cheetah-print design, and the brand offers a variety of other stylish, affordable options, as well.</p><p><strong>The interior is stain resistant. </strong>This lunch bag has a PEVA interior that&#39;s free from BPA, and the smooth fabric is easy to wipe clean and resists stains&mdash;because let&#39;s face it: spills happen!</p><p><strong>It has a side compartment for your drink. </strong>If you like to bring a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-water-bottle">reusable water bottle</a> to work with you, this lunch box has a special elasticized side pocket where you can tuck your drink for easy carrying.</p><h2 id="4d1de9d1-52fa-4c98-8c10-ac6b8c9986a9" data-toc-id="4d1de9d1-52fa-4c98-8c10-ac6b8c9986a9" data-toc-label="Best extra large">Best extra large lunch bag</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb1687ce3009a0fac74676?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Left: A lunch bag by a pool. Right: A lunch bag in tow."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Calpak</p></figcaption></figure><p>If you need to transport a lot of food, the Calpak Soft-Sided Cooler is a cute and very spacious option. Not only is it great for carrying lunch to and from work, but its well-insulated design is also ideal for trips to the beach, picnics, and camping.</p><p><strong>There are two sizes to choose from. </strong>This lunch bag comes in two sizes &mdash; 8 liters or 17 liters &mdash; depending on just how much space you need. According to the brand, the smaller option can hold around 11 standard soda cans, while the larger bag can accommodate a whopping 32 cans.</p><p><strong>The sides unbuckle to make it more spacious.</strong> For everyday use, you can leave the sides of the cooler buckled in place, but if you ever need extra room, simply undo the clips. The top edges of the bag lift up into a tote-style shape, providing more space for storage.</p><p><strong>It comes with a shoulder strap for easy carrying.</strong> This lunch bag may get heavy when it&#39;s loaded up with food, but it comes with a convenient padded shoulder strap to make transporting it more comfortable.</p><p>See our guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-cooler">best coolers</a> for more ways to keep large portions fresh.</p><h2 id="49f22171-8124-4674-8dfe-b56950ad4eda" data-toc-id="49f22171-8124-4674-8dfe-b56950ad4eda" data-toc-label="Best for easy clean-up">Best for easy clean-up</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb1c5ecfb7f307e572bf32?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="A yellow lunch tote."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Les Shu/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>If you like to pack soup and are prone to spills, you&#39;ll want an option like the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hydro-flask-8-liter-lunch-tote-review">Hydro Flask Insulated Lunch Bag</a>, which we&#39;ve found is especially easy to wipe clean. It&#39;s also just the right size to accommodate the brand&#39;s reusable water bottles and food containers, in case you already have some at home.</p><p><strong>Its mid-sized design is versatile. </strong>This lunch box has an 8-liter capacity that&#39;s small enough to carry to work, but spacious enough to hold a big meal and a drink or two. It also has a zippered mesh pocket on the inside of the lid for small snacks or even your keys.</p><p><strong>The interior is easy to wipe clean. </strong>The Hydro Flask Lunch Bag has a fully-lined interior with welded seams, and when we tested it, we found that the material resisted staining and became clean easily with just a little soap and water.</p><h2 id="668a1cb5-a2a9-4b24-bbf6-c01661bdb9be" data-toc-id="668a1cb5-a2a9-4b24-bbf6-c01661bdb9be" data-toc-label="Most durable">Most durable lunch bag</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb1d64ce3009a0fac74bc6?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Lunch bag in rowboat."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Owen Burke/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Yeti makes some of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-cooler">best coolers</a>, which are known for their thick insulation and durability. We tested the brand&#39;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/yeti-daytrip-lunch-bag-review">Daytrip Lunch Bag</a> and found it&#39;s equally overbuilt with heavy-duty materials that will stand up over time.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s made from heavy-duty materials. </strong>This lunch bag is made from thick fabric that can stand up to being bumped and scraped, so it&#39;s ideal for camping, biking, and other more strenuous activities&mdash;all while still being quite attractive thanks to its wide range of colors. The brand also says you can hose it out if it ever gets dirty or stained.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6247664182200b001943ce6e?format=jpeg" height="3024" width="4032" charset="" alt="The Yeti Daytrip folded up beside a six-pack of beer cans"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Owen Burke/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p><strong>It folds flat for storage. </strong>When empty, this lunch bag can be folded up, and it has a hook that will keep it compressed, making it easy to tuck in a backpack or store when it&#39;s not in use.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s backed by a three-year warranty. </strong>If you had any lingering concerns about its durability, Yeti offers a three-year warranty on this lunch bag &mdash; significantly longer than most other products.</p><h2 id="aaf382f6-a9a9-4811-b42d-c13ce9cd13c4" data-toc-id="aaf382f6-a9a9-4811-b42d-c13ce9cd13c4" data-toc-label="Best insulation">Best insulation</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb133bce3009a0fac743b8?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Lunch bag with food items."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">PackIt</p></figcaption></figure><p>You can keep your lunch fresh for hours &mdash; even on hot days &mdash; with the Packit Freezable Lunch Bag. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-lunch-box#best-insulated-3">We tested this budget-friendly lunch box</a> and liked that it can be stored overnight in the freezer to keep next day&#39;s drinks cold. It&#39;s just the right size for transporting a small lunch.</p><p><strong>Its walls are filled with freezable gel. </strong>When you put this lunch box in the freezer overnight, the gel-filled walls become built-in ice packs that will keep your food at the perfect temperature for hours. This also helps to maximize the interior storage space, as you don&#39;t have to stick a separate ice pack in with your food.</p><p><strong>It folds flat for easy storage.</strong> After you&#39;ve eaten your food, the Packit Lunch Bag folds up into a compact, flat form that makes it easy to store. You can tuck it into your purse or a cupboard so it&#39;s out of the way until the next time you need it.</p><h2 id="9280d2cf-052f-4f89-b78b-8c87c22a1360" data-toc-id="9280d2cf-052f-4f89-b78b-8c87c22a1360" data-toc-label="Best for travel">Best for travel</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6878085685e81483682e252c?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="An array of three images of a model wearing a crossbody lunch bag for travel. Left is black with white moons and stars, center is orange with white bunnies, and right is blue with white alpacas."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Caraa/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Caraa&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15109128348gw-20&amp;h=71994a3d7278f5e8266a16b7d87db60d397ad850f5e15558f315a1042ba54a86&amp;postID=66eaf25669657a7deb42fdb4&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstyle%2Fcute-lunch-bags&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcaraa.co%2Fproducts%2Flunch-bag-alpacas" data-autoaffiliated="true">Luna Lunch Bag</a> is a great travel lunch bag to take on long rides. It has pockets on its front and rear, where you can store your phone, wallet, or an extra snack bar.</p><p><strong>It makes for a cute crossbody bag. </strong>The removable, adjustable shoulder strap means you can carry it hands-free as you navigate busy transit stations.</p><p><strong>The lining is fully insulated. </strong>It&#39;ll keep hot food hot and cold food cold. The main compartment is not huge, but deep enough to fit the average food storage container. There&#39;s also a designated space for some napkins and flatware.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s made from 100% recycled materials.</strong> The recycled nylon exterior is waterproof, lightweight, and has a luxe sheen. The material is machine washable, so you can keep it looking newer for longer.</p><h2 id="2dead5a9-58cb-44b4-8ee4-b6de587c7b45" data-toc-id="2dead5a9-58cb-44b4-8ee4-b6de587c7b45" data-toc-label="Best organization"><strong>Best organization</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb150acfb7f307e572b965?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Black lunch bag with food and snacks."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Amazon</p></figcaption></figure><p>For those who pack multiple meals each day or just have a lot of snacks to keep organized, the Tourit Lunch Bag is a cute lunch bag that offers lots of handy storage tricks, in case your lunch comes in a bento box or lots of little separate containers.</p><p><strong>It has two separate compartments.</strong> This lunch bag is broken up into two spacious zippered compartments&mdash;one on top and one on the bottom&mdash;which is handy if you want to keep warm and cold foods separate.</p><p><strong>There are pockets and a divider for organization.</strong> The bottom storage compartment includes a removable divider that can help keep contents organized. The bag also has an inner mesh pocket for utensils and napkins, and there&#39;s a pocket on the exterior for even more supplies.</p><h2 id="7af10d16-50f2-4c17-9aad-2b5316390142" data-toc-id="7af10d16-50f2-4c17-9aad-2b5316390142" data-toc-label="Best with shoulder strap"><strong>Best with shoulder strap</strong></h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66eb18dece3009a0fac748d2?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1200" charset="" alt="Colorful lunch bags with shoulder straps."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">The Somewhere Co.</p></figcaption></figure><p>The Somewhere Co. Lunch Tote is a practical and cute lunch bag, and it comes in fun color-blocked designs and whimsical patterns that you won&#39;t find anywhere else. It has an insulated lining and zip-top closure, as well as pretty gold hardware for a luxe finishing touch.</p><p><strong>A detachable strap makes it easy to carry. </strong>This lunch bag has two cotton carry handles on top, but it also comes with an extra-long shoulder strap that you can clip onto the bag. This makes it easier to carry while keeping your hands free.</p><p><strong>The outside pocket is perfectly phone-sized. </strong>In addition to its spacious inner compartment, this lunch tote has a big outer pocket with a magnetic closure. It&#39;s the perfect size for your phone and keys, or you can use it to hold utensils and napkins.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/cute-lunch-bags">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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474.      <title>The best Bluetooth speakers for wireless music at home or on the go</title>
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476.      <description>The best Bluetooth speakers include top models from Bose, Sonos, JBL, and more. Our picks all feature built-in batteries and excellent sound quality.</description>
477.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68acaa13cfc04e97619bf8f7?format=jpeg" height="1250" width="2500" charset="" alt="Pictured left to right are the JBL Authentics 300, Bose Portable Smart Speaker, Sonos Roam, Sonos Move 2, and Lodge Solar Speaker 4."/><figcaption>The best Bluetooth speakers include models from JBL, Sonos, Bose, Lodge, and more.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>The best Bluetooth speakers make it easy to listen to music around your house or on the go, completely free from pesky cables and outlets. They wirelessly stream audio from your laptop, tablet, or phone, offering access to all your favorite tracks. Top Bluetooth speakers do so with rich sound quality, helpful features, built-in batteries, and stylish designs.</p><p>I&#39;ve been covering audio products and other consumer electronics for over 25 years, and I&#39;ve used that experience to test the best Bluetooth speakers for different needs. The retro-inspired <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=e1fb304ed3e38738b1a0e7c078b6d0ea20934312969bbc6ac4e304d14c13de9d&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJBL-Authentics-300-Bluetooth-Built%2Fdp%2FB0CCK2TFQB" data-autoaffiliated="true">JBL Authentics 300</a> earns my highest recommendation. It offers a terrific balance of power, finesse, and versatility. But if you&#39;re on a tighter budget and want something more portable, I recommend the <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=df4d7d40bb3a1b45d63c0104d6cffe2627f26931f9bfb5560b2339cb64d8b34d&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCleer-Audio-Bluetooth-Speaker-Built%2Fdp%2FB0BS78BC7V" data-autoaffiliated="true">Cleer Scene</a>. This compact, travel-friendly model performs quite well, especially given its size and affordability.</p><p>Each of my picks has been evaluated using a rigorous testing process aimed at identifying Bluetooth speakers that offer superlative sound, functionality, and looks. Though Bluetooth is the key requirement for each recommendation, many models also include optional WiFi support, and some are compatible with digital assistants like Alexa. </p><h2 id="81840bd2-6091-4140-bc8f-3b37a05fd8ac" data-toc-id="81840bd2-6091-4140-bc8f-3b37a05fd8ac">Our top picks for the best Bluetooth speakers</h2><p><strong>Best overall:</strong> JBL Authentics 300 - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=e1fb304ed3e38738b1a0e7c078b6d0ea20934312969bbc6ac4e304d14c13de9d&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJBL-Authentics-300-Bluetooth-Built%2Fdp%2FB0CCK2TFQB" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best budget:</strong> Cleer Scene - <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=4d03777f73d5abfe737cea0660c7abaaf116d485b548222b024698c9eb44941c&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCleer-Audio-Bluetooth-Speaker-Built%2Fdp%2FB0BS79FZ4Q" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best premium:</strong> Devialet Mania - <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=56f50f0035f7a69e1c2dfa61f2a54cff2c79635982a9fdbea7cf2bdea8c128ef&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FDevialet-Portable-High-Fidelity-Connectivity-Adaptive%2Fdp%2FB0DDWN8V8T%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best portable smart speaker:</strong> Bose Portable Smart Speaker - <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=94ccbd52b9c7f6a08e397254d207d60bf06b64e35f3830b4961b9b5755a0b29e&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBose-Portable-Home-Speaker-Built%2Fdp%2FB07VFKBQ3K%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best multi-room:</strong> Sonos Move 2 - <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=2449450b92444143cbc606afff4f9d994a0265e3d404c95a88ed066f11960857&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSonos-Move-Wireless-Portable-Bluetooth%2Fdp%2FB0CGGYYK2D%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best battery life:</strong> Lodge Solar Speaker 4 Series 2 - <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=a26a144f044405f9af4ac4e30695005c89946e03f7078d91dbc2996eaa770e83&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Flodge-Solar-Powered-Bluetooth-Speaker%2Fdp%2FB0D1VRBLR1%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><h2 id="8b966b1c-7697-4650-92fa-cd75e32b1c05" data-toc-id="8b966b1c-7697-4650-92fa-cd75e32b1c05" data-toc-label="Best overall">Best overall</h2><p>The JBL Authentics 300 is my pick for the best Bluetooth speaker overall. It&#39;s an impressive option that combines substantial power, stellar performance, expansive functionality, and ample style.</p><p>Its unique waffle (or, as JBL calls it, &#34;Quadrex&#34;) grille gives it a fun, retro look that distinguishes it from other speakers. It also has a built-in battery and a convenient handle.</p><p>Backing up its classy style, the Authentics 300 produces a clean, refined sound throughout the frequency spectrum. Convenient dedicated knobs on top of the speaker allow you to dial in the exact bass and treble flavors you desire. And 100 watts of power makes it rock at whatever volume your ears can handle.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca339194a2d49b8af1f36?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="An angled top-down view of a JBL Authentics 300 speaker on a table."/><figcaption>JBL&#39;s Authentics 300 speaker hits a sweet spot for power, performance, looks, and functionality.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Though the Authentics 300 is portable and meant to be moved around with up to eight hours of battery life, it&#39;s a little on the bulky side. So if you&#39;re using it at home you may just want to find a good spot for it and leave it plugged in, knowing that you can tote it somewhere else if/when the need arises.</p><p>Its companion app is packed with features, including the ability to adjust the EQ, toggle battery saver mode, set the auto power off time, and disable feedback tones. In addition to Bluetooth, the app lets you stream music via a WiFi connection for higher-quality playback. WiFi also enables you to set up multi-room listening (with the addition of more speakers) and configure Amazon Alexa and/or Google Assistant, which allows the Authentics 300 to work as a smart speaker.</p><p>At the end of the day, JBL&#39;s Authentics 300 is not only a handsome device but also a highly adaptable and adjustable speaker with great connectivity. In addition to the platforms already mentioned, it plays well with both AirPlay and Chromecast. It&#39;s available in either black or white. And though it retails for $450 to $500, it&#39;s sometimes on sale for as low as $350, a grab-it-while-you-can bargain price.</p><h2 id="d4df62eb-03c3-4c1a-adbf-5e12ccb03cff" data-toc-id="d4df62eb-03c3-4c1a-adbf-5e12ccb03cff" data-toc-label="Best budget">Best budget</h2><p>Although you may not have heard of Cleer Audio, the brand has been around for over a dozen years, churning out competent ANC headphones that rival Sony and Bose for sound quality (but cost less), great wireless earbuds, and innovative speaker designs.</p><p>Case in point: the Cleer Scene. This unique Bluetooth speaker doesn&#39;t have a typical boxy or cylindrical build. Instead, it&#39;s shaped kind of like a cannoli. According to the designer, this style was very intentional, as it&#39;s meant to force listeners to position the speaker horizontally rather than vertically.</p><p>Other than its shape, the Cleer Scene stands out in this list as the only speaker under $100. But it definitely performs beyond its price. In fact, nothing in this range even comes close to it.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca3afcfc04e97619bf82a?format=jpeg" height="1716" width="2288" charset="" alt="A red Cleer Scene Bluetooth speaker resting on a side table next to a coch."/><figcaption>Cleer Audio&#39;s Scene speaker (shown here in red) is compact, affordable, and performs great.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>It features deeper, more controlled bass than JBL&#39;s cheaper <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=bc4581b2d5afea3588cbf95014a24e952fd918548e7fbea83c6391d53b087f69&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJBL-Clip-Ultra-Portable-Waterproof-Integrated%2Fdp%2FB0CTP56C5R" data-autoaffiliated="true">Clip 5</a>, and it&#39;s way more affordable than Bose&#39;s similarly portable <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=0c20d3b6a8e1d04e2a1e1baa06b6f66fe2d0238c65d94bd87e321d86fdad7314&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBose-SoundLink-Bluetooth-Waterproof-Dustproof%2Fdp%2FB0D6WD2QSQ" data-autoaffiliated="true">SoundLink Flex</a>. The sound is crisp, bright, and smooth. Despite its tiny stature, the speaker easily fills a small area with dulcet tunes.</p><p>The Scene is available in a subtle gray or a stunning red. Unlike other speakers of its size, it features a microphone, so you can use it for calls. And it&#39;s IPX7 waterproof, so it can survive an honest-to-goodness dunking.</p><p>That utility and durability, along with its light and compact body, make it highly portable. It&#39;s definitely the kind of Bluetooth speaker you&#39;ll want to bring with you everywhere around the house and on the go.</p><h2 id="c94eac05-422b-4f74-ade0-c729511b1e07" data-toc-id="c94eac05-422b-4f74-ade0-c729511b1e07" data-toc-label="Best premium">Best premium</h2><p id="c94eac05-422b-4f74-ade0-c729511b1e07">The French company Devialet (pronounced like &#34;D-V-allay&#34;) has made a name for itself in the high-performance luxury audio space. Though the brand has released a soundbar, amplifier, and earbuds, it&#39;s best known for its multi-thousand-dollar <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110325898d-20&amp;h=1352b50ccf7cc84c377c50acc28e053c49c177dad65a51d6333e538ef52dcf1f&amp;postID=68ac8493a4f74711361821c9&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftech%2Fbest-bluetooth-speakers&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FDevialet-High-Fidelity-Soundstage-Distortion-Customizable%2Fdp%2FB08T7ST9W3" data-autoaffiliated="true">Phantom speakers</a>.</p><p>Other than their cyber egg shape and notoriously high price tags, the Phantoms are known for their &#34;implosive&#34; speaker arrays, capable of blasting at cantankerous volumes without an iota of distortion. Though Devialet has come out with smaller, relatively more affordable versions, those have all needed to be plugged in. The Mania is its first battery-powered speaker.</p><p>Despite its portability, the Mania is a powerful and stylish piece of tech, as if the company somehow turned the all-seeing Eye of Sauron from &#34;The Lord of the Rings&#34; into a speaker. One thing&#39;s for sure: it definitely looks and feels premium.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca404cfc04e97619bf832?format=jpeg" height="1716" width="2288" charset="" alt="A Devialet Mania speaker on a table."/><figcaption>With a prestigious heritage, the Mania is Devialet&#39;s only speaker that&#39;s portable or under $1,000.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>More than that, this relatively compact yet heavy speaker performs amazingly well, delivering rich stereo sound in 360 degrees. It does so by performing a scan every time you power it on, which requires patience that&#39;s amply rewarded. The Mania uses its four microphones to determine its position in the room and automatically adjust its audio imaging and directionality accordingly.</p><p>More than handsome, smart, and adept, the speaker is also plenty loud. At every volume, the Mania delivers clean, tight, bright sound. Even when serving up to 95 decibels of audio, it sounds big but never distorted, bloated, or muddied. It&#39;s just tight and snappy, right up through the middle and upper registers.</p><p>Its companion app offers basic functionality, displaying charging information, product tips and info, and an adjustable volume slider with three equalizer presets. The app also gives you access to the speaker&#39;s voice assistant and the ability to disable the microphone.</p><p>To add to its accolades, the Mania offers great connectivity, with optional WiFi support in addition to Bluetooth streaming. It&#39;s available in five opulent colorways on Devialet&#39;s site. And it can be paired to another Mania, in case your pockets are deep enough and you want an even better stereo presentation.</p><h2 id="6eebd7ea-fc8f-4759-8ee9-63bd867c6b9c" data-toc-id="6eebd7ea-fc8f-4759-8ee9-63bd867c6b9c" data-toc-label="Best portable smart speaker">Best portable smart speaker</h2><figure><img src="/image/-764" height="0" width="0" charset="" alt=""/><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>Bose&#39;s aptly named Portable Smart Speaker is the successor to its older SoundLink Revolve+ II, a Bluetooth speaker included in previous versions of this guide. True to its lineage, this newer smart speaker is versatile and well-featured while adding perks like WiFi support.</p><p>Roughly twice the volume of the Cleer Scene and half that of the Sonos Move 2, the cylindrical Portable Smart Speaker is about the size of an oil can. In other words, it&#39;s not tiny, but still relatively light and compact. It also boasts support for both Google Assistant and Alexa when connected to WiFi. Though other options in this guide are also compatible with those assistants, this is the easiest to transport, making it the most mobile smart speaker of the bunch.</p><p>In terms of the speaker&#39;s sound profile, true to Bose&#39;s reputation, the mids and treble are clean and sparkly. But I don&#39;t love the bass. Unlike the Cleer Scene, Bose&#39;s speaker is so unexpectedly thumpy that it muddies up the mids and distracts from the speaker&#39;s otherwise pristine audio. Still, its overall performance compares well to other smart speakers of this size, offering bigger-than-expected sound.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca444194a2d49b8af1f51?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="A Bose Portable Smart Speaker on a bookshelf resting in front of some books."/><figcaption>Bose&#39;s Portable Smart Speaker is small but mighty, offering solid 360-degree sound.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>The app is pretty basic but works well. It allows you to enable additional features, such as Chromecast and voice control, plus you can stream services such as Spotify, iHeartRadio, Sirius XM, and Pandora.</p><p>One cool proprietary feature is that you can group this model with other Bose speakers and soundbars, allowing you to fill your home with sound. You can even send synchronized audio to a pair of Bose headphones.</p><p>Design-wise, the Portable Smart Speaker errs on the side of simplicity and subtlety. It&#39;s available in either black or white, so it&#39;s a bit average in the looks department. But it&#39;s a compact, powerful smart speaker with substantial sound beyond its size. I just wish it were a little less boomy and that a wireless charging cradle were included.</p><p>For more product recommendations from Bose, check out our guides to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-bose-soundbars">best Bose soundbars</a> and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-bose-headphones">best Bose headphones</a>. </p><h2 id="7eaab24f-0757-46e0-b556-83b8e30da4dd" data-toc-id="7eaab24f-0757-46e0-b556-83b8e30da4dd" data-toc-label="Best multi-room">Best multi-room</h2><p>Sonos&#39; Move 2 is an excellent Bluetooth speaker that stands out thanks to its robust multi-room support. It&#39;s compatible with Sonos&#39; wireless ecosystem, which (with the help of its app) allows you to discreetly control all Sonos speakers connected to your WiFi network.</p><p>You can have one set of speakers that you&#39;ve grouped playing one stream at a particular volume and a separate speaker (or set of speakers) playing a completely different source at another volume. Though the brand&#39;s app was subject to glitches during a botched revamp last year, most of these issues have been corrected. There are still some kinks here and there, but as a whole, Sonos&#39; multi-room capabilities are top-notch. And if you just want straightforward playback to the Move 2 on its own, a Bluetooth connection offers a simple solution that works anywhere.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca482194a2d49b8af1f5b?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="A Sonos Move 2 speaker on a table."/><figcaption>Sonos&#39; rich, warm, and clear-sounding Move 2 (shown here in olive) is also available in black or white.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>If you were to judge the Move 2&#39;s sound based on its beefy size, you might assume it&#39;d be bold and brutish. But it&#39;s actually more of a gentle giant. Make no mistake, it gets plenty loud. But the sound is rich, warm, and surprisingly brighter than that of the Bose Portable Smart Speaker. It certainly doesn&#39;t lack in bass, but it rumbles with more finesse than the Bose &mdash; and many other speakers, for that matter.</p><p>The shape of the Move 2 is an elliptic cylinder, and it&#39;s available in black, white, or olive. So it&#39;s not the flashiest speaker out there. Design-wise, it seems to be more about blending into the background than standing out as a statement piece. But it&#39;s still nice and curvy with a subtle, tasteful personality.</p><p>I also like that it comes with a charging base. But it&#39;s certainly not lacking for battery, with the capacity for 24 hours of play time and the spare juice to charge your phone or tablet as needed via a USB connection.</p><p>As with other Sonos gear, the Move 2 is admittedly on the pricey side. But it occasionally goes on sale, so watch for that. If you&#39;re already into Sonos, this is a great speaker to have around the house. It&#39;s also a good one to get you started on that path, even if you have no immediate plans to add more speakers.</p><p>For more Sonos product recommendations, check out our guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-sonos-soundbars">best Sonos soundbars</a>. </p><h2 id="5704733e-58fa-4a63-85eb-66a7422db57e" data-toc-id="5704733e-58fa-4a63-85eb-66a7422db57e" data-toc-label="Best battery life">Best battery life</h2><p id="5704733e-58fa-4a63-85eb-66a7422db57e">The Lodge Solar Speaker 4 stands out from rivals in this guide thanks to its four solar panels (top, back, right, and left sides) that can store power from the sun. It also has an IP66 rating, which means it&#39;s fine to leave out in the rain. To further cement its outdoor worthiness, this speaker comes with a magnetic stake mounting system, so you can easily perch it above a patch of dirt, grass, or mulch.</p><p>To charge the speaker initially, you can either juice it up via its hidden USB-C port and then leave it outside for sunshine to top it off, or strategically place it outside for a few days and let the sun do all the work.</p><p>As long as you have sunlight, the Lodge offers virtually unlimited playtime. And without solar charging, it still offers 22-plus hours of battery life, so it&#39;s sure to play through darkness and rain as well. You don&#39;t have to fret about the weather for your camping trip or patio party being perfect.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca4cecfc04e97619bf852?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="A Lodge Solar Bluetooth speaker on a side table outside in font of a pool."/><figcaption>Four solar panels cover Lodge&#39;s Solar Speaker 4, empowering it with virtually unlimited battery life when left in direct sunshine.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>Once powered up, the Solar Speaker 4 sounds amazing. It&#39;s clear, bright, and plenty loud. Its bass is adequate, if not a bit understated. So it may be a letdown if you crave truly bone-rattling rumble or heart-stopping thump. In that way, its sound signature could be described as &#34;audiophile-friendly,&#34; meaning that it&#39;s clean, balanced, and relatively &#34;neutral&#34; throughout its frequency response.</p><p>There is an app, but it&#39;s only used to initiate firmware updates. However, it&#39;s possible to pair two of these speakers for a superwide stereo soundstage. If you happen to have the budget and acreage (and amenable neighbors), you can even wirelessly connect up to 30 of these bad boys.</p><p>Having said all this, the Lodge Solar Speaker 4 can also be used indoors. After all, it offers stellar sound. But it&#39;s really meant as a long-lasting speaker that you set up outdoors without having to worry about power.</p><h2 id="c8d3e465-791c-44f0-a427-be9e0dac68bb" data-toc-id="c8d3e465-791c-44f0-a427-be9e0dac68bb" data-toc-label="How we test Bluetooth speakers">How we test Bluetooth speakers</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca5bbcfc04e97619bf86b?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="A group shot of 10 Bluetooth speaker models resting on the steps of stairs in a house."/><figcaption>We compared dozens of Bluetooth speakers to determine the best.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>To find the best Bluetooth speakers, I tested a wide variety of popular options. After conducting in-depth research, I arrived at an initial group of prospective models. Specifically, I focused on Bluetooth speakers that were versatile enough to work well around the home and outside. I then got hands-on with dozens of potential picks to compare their performance and determine the best of the best.</p><p>When assessing each speaker, I focused on several key factors, including general sound quality, connectivity options, smart features, and overall value. My methodology is informed by decades of experience in reviewing personal audio products.</p><p>I also evaluated ease-of-use factors such as on-device controls, app functionality, portability, and aesthetics. The best Bluetooth speakers exude well-executed design and purpose, whether they blend into or add style to whatever space they occupy. In that way, they can be thought of as accent pieces not just sonically, but visually as well.</p><p>I listened to a wide variety of audio content on each speaker, from different music genres to podcasts and audiobooks. To analyze performance, I evaluated the range and clarity of the bass, midrange, and treble frequencies. For source material, I tapped into streaming services such as Amazon Music, Qobuz, Spotify, and iHeartRadio. To better isolate speakers&#39; strengths and weaknesses, I performed several combinations of side-by-side assessments.</p><p>To be thorough, I lived with these wireless speakers for weeks, playing all sorts of audio on them. Of course, I leaned heavily on their Bluetooth connections, but I also tested WiFi and multi-room capabilities when applicable. I listened in different-sized rooms at varying volumes and distances, appropriately reflecting the intended use cases for each speaker based on their size and power.</p><h2 id="14e0dcb1-402d-4ffb-9198-dc84d6b12b7f" data-toc-id="14e0dcb1-402d-4ffb-9198-dc84d6b12b7f" data-toc-label="What to look for in a Bluetooth speaker">What to look for in a Bluetooth speaker</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca5eaa17a8c5b40536d67?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="The back of a JBL Authentics 300 Bluetooth speaker."/><figcaption>Intuitive physical controls and multiple connectivity options make JBL&#39;s Authentics 300 a versatile, easy-to-use speaker.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Intended use case -</strong> When shopping for a Bluetooth speaker, you&#39;ll want to determine what room(s) and outdoor environments you&#39;re likely to use it in. This will help frame the speaker&#39;s power and directionality requirements.</p><p><strong>Portability</strong> - If a speaker is relatively bulky and heavy, that may prevent you from frequently moving it around. It also helps when the speaker has a handy grip built into its body (as with the Sonos Move 2 and Lodge Solar Speaker 4) or a prominent handle (as with the JBL Authentics 300, Devialet Mania, and Bose Portable Smart Speaker).</p><p><strong>Battery life</strong> - This is crucial for any Bluetooth speaker you plan to take out and about, away from a power outlet. Generally speaking, you should be able to get eight to 12 hours of listening from your speaker before having to recharge it.</p><p><strong>Connectivity </strong>-<strong> </strong>To maximize the stability and range of the wireless connection, it&#39;s best to have a speaker running at least Bluetooth 5.2 (when&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bluetooth.com/auracast/faq/">Auracast</a>&nbsp;was introduced). This version enables connecting two or more source devices to the same speaker, grouping multiple speakers to the same source device, and receiving public audio broadcasts. Some of the best Bluetooth speakers also include optional WiFi connectivity, which lets you stream higher-quality music from anywhere your wireless home network reaches.</p><p><strong>Sound quality </strong>- When auditioning a speaker&#39;s audio performance, it&#39;s best to listen to music that you&#39;re very familiar with at low, medium, and high volumes from a proper distance. That way, you&#39;ll be able to properly assess the speaker&#39;s detail, distortion levels, and whether it satisfies your tastes. Conversely, if you blast songs that you don&#39;t know while sitting right next to a large speaker in a tiny room, you&#39;ll have no idea how that same speaker will realistically perform in your actual setting and use case.</p><p><strong>Value</strong> - Don&#39;t confuse this with price, which you might be tempted to lead with. Rather than letting an arbitrary price tag define what you get, it&#39;s better to first consider what features and performance will make you happy and then look for a matching speaker solution within a &#34;reasonable&#34; price range (whatever that means to you).</p><p><strong>Durability</strong> - Apart from knowing how weather- and water-proof a speaker is, it&#39;s important to consider how and where you&#39;ll be using the speaker. For instance, if it&#39;ll usually sit in the kitchen, it may get stuff spilled on it. If it&#39;ll perch somewhere in the living room, probably not as much. And if it&#39;s going to be taken camping, thrown into carry-ons, or plopped down on the beach, you&#39;ll want a speaker that&#39;s either tough enough to withstand all that commotion or be easily replaceable.</p><p><strong>Ease-of-use </strong>-<strong> </strong>This can&#39;t be overstated since it plays such a huge role in your overall enjoyment of the speaker, from its initial setup to daily use. It&#39;s one of the big reasons we adore the JBL Authentics 300. Its physical buttons and knobs are laid out and operated in an intuitive way. The app not only adds fun features and fine-grained adjustments but is also simple to use.</p><p><strong>Style -</strong> From the JBL Authentics&#39; eye-catching &#34;waffle&#34; grille to the Cleer Scene&#39;s red colorway to the Devialet Mania&#39;s giant eyeball vibe, how unique a speaker looks has a big impact on your experience of it. In fact, some might argue that when it comes to speakers, aesthetics are just as important as performance.</p><h2 id="13728356-054f-4cea-828e-c1918ab4d3ad" data-toc-id="13728356-054f-4cea-828e-c1918ab4d3ad" data-toc-label="Bluetooth speaker FAQs">Bluetooth speaker FAQs</h2><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68aca656a17a8c5b40536d6e?format=jpeg" height="1875" width="2500" charset="" alt="The Sonos Move 2, Bose Portable Smart Speaker, and Lodge Solar Speaker 4 on a coffee table."/><figcaption>(From left to right) Sonos&#39;s wirelessly networked Move 2, Bose&#39;s Portable Smart Speaker, and Lodge&#39;s outdoor Solar Speaker 4.<p class="copyright">Scott Tharler/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><h3 class="faq-question">What Bluetooth speaker brands are the best?</h3><p class="faq-answer">No speaker brand&#39;s products are the best at everything, as each has its own pros and cons. However, certain brands are known for specific strengths. </p><p class="faq-answer">For instance, though Bose is probably best known for its uber comfortable and effective noise-cancelling headphones, it also produces high-quality soundbars and portable speakers. Its Portable Smart Speaker and current range of SoundLink models (Micro, Plus, Flex, and Max) are well-reputed for offering excellent build quality and top-notch sound clarity for their respective sizes, though at a fairly premium price.</p><p class="faq-answer">On the more affordable side, JBL has a stellar reputation for consistently producing great portable Bluetooth speakers of all sizes, including those in its retro-inspired Authentics line. The brand&#39;s smaller Go and Clip models are decent budget choices. Its medium-range Flip, Charge, and Xtreme models are deservedly quite popular. And its venerable PartyBox line is a yardstick for large wireless party speakers. Each offers JBL&#39;s signature clean, V-shaped sound (with elevated bass and treble), flexible controls in the app, solid durability, and decent battery life.</p><p class="faq-answer">Sonos&#39;s soundbars are perennial favorites. And the brand recently forayed into the world of headphones with its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/sonos-ace-headphones-review">Sonos Ace</a>. But Sonos is mostly known for how well its app empowers wirelessly networked speakers to churn out terrific sound from multiple audio sources around the house.</p><p class="faq-answer">These companies represent some of the best Bluetooth speaker brands available, but they&#39;re far from the only quality options. We also recommend models from Devialet, Cleer Audio, and Lodge. And though none of their models made the cut in this guide, brands like Ultimate Ears, Beats, Anker, LG, Sony, and Marshall all make worthwhile Bluetooth speakers for different needs. </p><h3 class="faq-question">What is Bluetooth?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Bluetooth is a technology that can transmit audio wirelessly from one compatible device to another. So, if you have a Bluetooth speaker and a Bluetooth-compatible source device, like a phone or computer, you can play music from your source to your speaker without any cables. The wireless range can vary, but typical Bluetooth products can transmit audio at up to 33 feet.</p><p class="faq-answer">Bluetooth compresses audio when it&#39;s transmitted, which means there is some loss in quality compared to a wired connection. That said, modern Bluetooth technology using the latest audio codecs can minimize this degradation. In many cases, casual listeners would be hard-pressed to hear the difference between a high-quality Bluetooth signal and wired audio playback. However, audiophiles who want the absolute best sound quality are better off sticking to a wired connection or opting for WiFi playback from a lossless audio source.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Are Bluetooth speakers waterproof?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Some of the best Bluetooth speakers use water-resistant designs, but the effectiveness of their water resistance varies. If a speaker&#39;s specifications include a waterproof rating where the last number is a 5 or 6 (such as IP66, for the Lodge Solar Speaker 4), that means it&#39;s fine to withstand splashes and rain. And if the last number is a 7 or 8 (like IPX7, for the Cleer Scene), that means it&#39;s water resistance is more heavy duty and won&#39;t get damaged even if fully submerged (for a certain period of time).</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/best-bluetooth-speakers">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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502.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/688d2f573d5881a51c1e7fe9?format=jpeg" height="1326" width="2651" charset="" alt="Eric Clapton performs live on stage at Royal Albert Hall on May 14, 2015 in London, England."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Brian Rasic/WireImage</p></figcaption></figure><p>Eric Clapton&#39;s highly anticipated 2025 US tour starts soon, and fans are clamoring to see the legendary guitarist perform his iconic hits live. With only seven stops on the schedule, original seats are already mostly sold out. Resale platforms like StubHub and Vivid Seats are the best avenues for getting into the limited engagements, so I&#39;ve broken down how to get Eric Clapton tickets from them below.</p><p>Clapton originally announced his 2025 limited US tour to be only six stops, but later added an additional show on September 5 in Columbus, Ohio. The tour marks the first US performance for Clapton in over a year and has been highly anticipated by his fans, who have been eagerly awaiting his return. Eric Clapton has openly discussed that he finds touring difficult, due to the length of time it takes to go from place to place. He was even once quoted as saying he would quit touring when he reached the age of 70.</p><p>This year saw the star turn 80 years old, and luckily for his fans, he didn’t follow through on that. Considering Clapton’s increasingly selective tour schedule, each concert date feels like a special event. Unlike artists who tour extensively every year, Clapton’s live appearances have become rare opportunities for fans to experience his iconic hits performed in person.</p><p>If you want to score tickets to see the legendary Eric Clapton himself onstage this September, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our breakdown of Eric Clapton’s tour schedule, purchasing details, and price comparisons between resale and original tickets. You can also browse concert and ticket specifics on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=5cbd59671c2081fc6d7bad1ddb6547106a40d03218bab27b55b26428f8aa4c87&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fperformer%2F1343" data-autoaffiliated="true">StubHub</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=30f3da178df5f6fbbe051df188f4c4121dba5c99d968fcf128e41c8b03abd9ca&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fperformer%2F276" data-autoaffiliated="true">Vivid Seats</a> at your convenience.</p><ul><li>See also: <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/stubhub-review-fees"><u>Is StubHub legit?</u></a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/las-vegas-sphere-tickets-prices-schedule"><u>Las Vegas Sphere tickets</u></a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-eagles-tickets-concert-tour"><u>Eagles tickets</u></a> | <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-paul-mccartney-tickets-concert-tour">Paul McCartney tickets</a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-oasis-tickets"><u>Oasis tickets</u></a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-buy-dead-and-company-tickets"><u>Dead and Company tickets</u></a> | <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-kenny-chesney-concert-tickets"><u>Kenny Chesney tickets</u></a></li></ul><h2 id="25b301b0-0427-49d8-9f85-b5cf5437d7d1" data-toc-id="25b301b0-0427-49d8-9f85-b5cf5437d7d1" data-toc-label="Eric Clapton’s 2025 tour schedule"><strong>Eric Clapton’s 2025 tour schedule</strong></h2><p>After finishing a residency in Japan followed by European tour stops, Eric Clapton is ready to grace the stage of the continental US. The tour has seven dates on the roster, starting September 5 in Columbus, Ohio. It is scheduled to finish on September 20 with a performance in Uncasville, Connecticut.</p><table style="min-width: 100px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><strong>Date</strong></td><td><strong>City</strong></td><td><strong>StubHub prices</strong></td><td><strong>Vivid Seats prices</strong></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 5, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Columbus, OH</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=b8d75ed86941663f4e1f6b74863cab5ae5873cc8e7eee4709510ffcfc6f5aaae&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-columbus-tickets-9-5-2025%2Fevent%2F158603058%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$392</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=347a469f068d4dc5a150c35406e9af03e97796f01ec2532b2e71df03fdccc854&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-columbus-wexner-center-for-the-arts---mershon-auditorium-9-5-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5836016" data-autoaffiliated="true">$359</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 8, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Nashville, TN</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=3cd561e2e89bd36be4c0e16a333d91075fc7c7b8d6fb352f3658e8c7b8439f38&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-nashville-tickets-9-8-2025%2Fevent%2F157463537%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$144</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=152182f950e0f994c44ed6d684ff1cf33c18fdc2e1c9835f8cc13cc6b68849c4&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-nashville-bridgestone-arena-9-8-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5609058" data-autoaffiliated="true">$136</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 11, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Cleveland, OH</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=693297f21a6f38e090234ffd4fb7ab93fdc59a5be71d5d9e061ac70a600d3efe&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-cleveland-tickets-9-11-2025%2Fevent%2F157464280%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$113</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=52c72aa1397dc8cc0e440423beec48306bcdc194eb0d3696969d3f1a7218c26d&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-cleveland-rocket-arena-9-11-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5609062" data-autoaffiliated="true">$105</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 13, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Philadelphia, PA</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=900ff33452de1780c9c66bfee61d84dfa60fe3be3bc59427975ab410fcc72594&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-philadelphia-tickets-9-13-2025%2Fevent%2F157463571%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$233</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=5387aef2a712bdf0f732d129115bb2eaab7f9c56216c9ef95e339c4f27a7c5b6&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-philadelphia-wells-fargo-center---pa-9-13-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5609061" data-autoaffiliated="true">$286</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 16, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Boston, MA</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=3209eba7a33e368715fdf55d92366d683ae5ddefe2ac01fa7747e2d97ba93843&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-boston-tickets-9-16-2025%2Fevent%2F157463555%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$207</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=5e32605070394f079fff9f0f17ec71a090fbf61e1c5a5436d615bf0df85739dd&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-boston-td-garden-9-16-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5609063" data-autoaffiliated="true">$182</a></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">September 19, 2025</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">New York, NY</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" 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rowspan="1">Uncasville, CT</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=7cdba6ff8523826dc7929337efbba1a425cc43cb50a9f5ae7ca282111c41289b&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-uncasville-tickets-9-20-2025%2Fevent%2F157463456%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">$457</a></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=11c02b34a2175e82ecb5f33d37fd93bf689bbd27123ab0d84a6c52a8b1d6da9b&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets-uncasville-mohegan-sun-arena-ct-9-20-2025--concerts-rock%2Fproduction%2F5609069" 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tickets for Eric Clapton’s 2025 concert tour on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=d75cddffd5f2ddfff811c2befd9754b347575b3a2da1f83e079fbb5dd0ebba80&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fartist%2F768018" data-autoaffiliated="true">Ticketmaster</a>. As of writing, the standard original tickets for most locations are either low in stock or entirely sold out; however, there are still a limited number of original standard tickets listed for the Nashville and Boston performances. You can check Ticketmaster for the latest standard original ticket availability. As the tour is in extremely high demand and remaining standard tickets are going quickly, it is expected that these will sell out soon, similar to the other tour dates.</p><p>Tickets are also available from verified resale vendors such as <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=71131a5f47db11438f848a8d38931035d75c65ee362e3fcc6e814ea2faefe665&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fperformer%2F1343https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stubhub.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fperformer%2F1343" data-autoaffiliated="true">StubHub</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=30f3da178df5f6fbbe051df188f4c4121dba5c99d968fcf128e41c8b03abd9ca&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vividseats.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fperformer%2F276" data-autoaffiliated="true">Vivid Seats</a>. Considering the limited availability of remaining original tickets, you may have better luck purchasing from these websites instead. Both sites also have a variety of options in terms of seating location and price points, as well as ticket availability for tour stops that have already sold out their original tickets.</p><h2 id="e7ae173a-493e-47d8-b48a-1caf7aacae8b" data-toc-id="e7ae173a-493e-47d8-b48a-1caf7aacae8b" data-toc-label="How much are Eric Clapton tickets?"><strong>How much are Eric Clapton tickets?</strong></h2><p>Ticket prices for Eric Clapton’s 2025 performances vary depending on each show’s date, location, and demand for tickets. While most of the seven scheduled performances have already sold out, Nashville and Boston still have options remaining for original standard tickets available on <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110088855wyh-20&amp;h=d75cddffd5f2ddfff811c2befd9754b347575b3a2da1f83e079fbb5dd0ebba80&amp;postID=6883dc703d1ce42a6a0b0722&amp;postSlug=guides%2Ftickets%2Fhow-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketmaster.com%2Feric-clapton-tickets%2Fartist%2F768018" data-autoaffiliated="true">Ticketmaster</a>. Nashville has options priced at $124 remaining, although all of these options are toward the back of the venue. Boston currently has floor options remaining priced $370 to $400.</p><p>StubHub offers various options at various price points for all tour stops. The most affordable options range from $130 for Clapton’s September 8 performance in Nashville to $421 for the stop in Uncasville, Connecticut. Most tickets on StubHub average $200 to $800, with pricier options available for those looking for the most exclusive options close to the stage. These prices are before additional taxes and fees are factored in.</p><p>Vivid Seats offers similar pricing to StubHub. The most affordable options range from $130 for Eric Clapton’s September 11 performance in Cleveland to $401 for his Uncasville, Connecticut show. Overall, Vivid Seats tickets range from $300 to just over $1,000, with some higher-end options even ranging over $2,000. Similar to StubHub, pricier tickets are for more premium seating and offer an exclusive chance to see the star from a once-in-a-lifetime close-up location. Also similar to StubHub, these prices are before additional taxes and fees.</p><p>There are currently no VIP packages being offered on Ticketmaster for Eric Clapton&#39;s 2025 tour stops.</p><h2 id="1b6b447d-ac57-4cf9-bd93-f4add4199e9a" data-toc-id="1b6b447d-ac57-4cf9-bd93-f4add4199e9a" data-toc-label="Who is opening for Eric Clapton’s tour?"><strong>Who is opening for Eric Clapton’s tour?</strong></h2><p>It has been confirmed that The Wallflowers will support Eric Clapton for all of his 2025 tour dates. There is currently no information on whether any other acts will open for or support the tour in other capacities.</p><h2 id="a51a1296-b415-4afe-b918-c346b7de0b2f" data-toc-id="a51a1296-b415-4afe-b918-c346b7de0b2f" data-toc-label="Will there be international tour dates?"><strong>Will there be international tour dates?</strong></h2><p>Eric Clapton’s remaining 2025 scheduled tour dates do not include any more international stops. The artist recently returned from an eight-show residency in Tokyo, followed by performances in the UK, Italy, and France. Considering Clapton is known to tour on a limited basis, it is unlikely he will add additional international dates this year.</p><h2 id="1b13a77b-c6dc-4625-bd7d-7715d18884c2" data-toc-id="1b13a77b-c6dc-4625-bd7d-7715d18884c2" data-toc-label="Eric Clapton&#39;s 2025 concert setlist">Eric Clapton&#39;s 2025 concert setlist</h2><p>If you&#39;re a concertgoer who prefers to know what songs are coming ahead of time, we can make some educated guesses about what hits Eric Clapton will perform at his coming shows. The setlist for his recent tour across Europe, as reported by attendees, featured the following titles:</p><ol><li>&#34;White Room&#34;</li><li>&#34; Key to the Highway&#34; (Charles Segar cover)</li><li>&#34;I&#39;m Your Hoochie Coochie Man&#34; (Willie Dixon cover)</li><li>&#34;Sunshine of Your Love&#34;</li><li>&#34;Kind Hearted Woman Blues&#34; (Robert Johnson cover)</li><li>&#34;Nobody Knows You When You&#39;re Down and Out&#34; (Jimmy Cox cover)</li><li>&#34;Golden Ring&#34;</li><li>&#34;Can&#39;t Find My Way Home&#34;</li><li>&#34;Tears in Heaven&#34;</li><li>&#34;Badge&#34;</li><li>&#34;Old Love&#34;</li><li>&#34;Cross Road Blues&#34; (Robert Johnson cover)</li><li>&#34;Little Queen of Spades&#34; (Robert Johnson cover)</li><li>&#34;Cocaine&#34; (J.J. Cale cover)</li><li>Encore: &#34;Before You Accuse Me&#34; (Bo Diddley cover)</li></ol><p>While it&#39;s very likely Clapton may tweak the exact setlist to fit the American audience, fans can expect a mix of his original songs, covers, and hits from his collaborative efforts with Cream and Blind Faith.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tickets/how-to-get-eric-clapton-tickets-concert-tour">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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521.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a77c6c194a2d49b8aef6be?format=jpeg" height="960" width="1920" charset="" alt="side by side collage of the apple macbook and dash rapid coldbrew maker for amazon labor day deals"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Amazon</p></figcaption></figure><p>Labor Day is coming soon, heralding the unofficial end of summer and cooler weather to come. While some celebrate with barbecues and outdoor gatherings, retailers like to welcome the occasion by offering limited-time discounts. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-151103056565-20&amp;h=34bc15ccce60d2d0302c5e05187d6e06b596c2043ec7a1cbf7763aa1cbe54721&amp;postID=68a768c6d6e6a28b0d9e552f&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Famazon-labor-day-sale-best-deals-2025&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdeals" data-autoaffiliated="true">Amazon&#39;s Labor Day sale</a> is one that can&#39;t be missed, with tons of discounts on gifts and home upgrades for all shoppers.</p><p>From MacBooks to cooling bedsheets, I&#39;m surprised to see so many products on sale for Labor Day from the online retailer already, and there&#39;s even more to come as the holiday nears. The deals are overall pretty solid; price cuts aren&#39;t as low as you&#39;d see during Prime Day or Black Friday, but they&#39;re better than the typical discounts I find throughout the year. My recommendation: if you need a home upgrade or quality gift, this is the best time to shop unless you can wait for the holiday season months away from now.</p><p>Keep scrolling to find highlights from Amazon&#39;s Labor Day sale. And with each day that passes, bringing us closer to the long weekend, more deals will definitely crop up &mdash; so keep tabs on this story and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">our Labor Day sales roundup</a> for the best savings the holiday has to offer.</p>
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529.    <hr/><h2 id="019b746a-89e1-4dad-86ef-b1207434a345" data-toc-id="019b746a-89e1-4dad-86ef-b1207434a345" data-toc-label="Best Amazon Labor Day deals">Best Amazon Labor Day deals</h2><h3 id="2c3021ca-182b-438e-bd16-c8515cdbb574" data-toc-id="2c3021ca-182b-438e-bd16-c8515cdbb574" data-toc-label="Tech">Tech</h3><hr/><h3 id="9aed0e84-ca7d-47ac-b5c6-4d8d0ca5e61c" data-toc-id="9aed0e84-ca7d-47ac-b5c6-4d8d0ca5e61c" data-toc-label="Kitchen">Kitchen</h3><hr/><h3 id="fd0d1f56-1c71-4519-b68d-0a671fae9b8f" data-toc-id="fd0d1f56-1c71-4519-b68d-0a671fae9b8f" data-toc-label="Home">Home</h3><hr/><h3 id="536922c7-7641-475e-ae6e-285db0cfbe13" data-toc-id="536922c7-7641-475e-ae6e-285db0cfbe13" data-toc-label="Beauty">Beauty</h3><hr/><h3 id="09e6c02a-3bdb-468c-9046-ee39b3bdc782" data-toc-id="09e6c02a-3bdb-468c-9046-ee39b3bdc782" data-toc-label="Style">Style</h3><hr/><h2 id="bf0779cc-c7ba-4a1b-b794-8dadc652619f" data-toc-id="bf0779cc-c7ba-4a1b-b794-8dadc652619f" data-toc-label="Do you need an Amazon Prime membership to shop Labor Day deals?">Do you need an Amazon Prime membership to shop Labor Day deals?</h2><p>Luckily, Amazon&#39;s Labor Day sale isn&#39;t locked behind a membership like Prime Day is. While a Prime subscription definitely wouldn&#39;t hurt, all of the deals are available for any online shopper to score.</p><h2 id="cfcd680b-d087-4c78-9238-10be1f8671e8" data-toc-id="cfcd680b-d087-4c78-9238-10be1f8671e8" data-toc-label="When is Labor Day 2025?">When is Labor Day 2025?</h2><p>Labor Day lands on September 1 this year. For the most part, the holiday&#39;s sales will end after that day, though with a store like Amazon, expiration dates are less predictable as they vary by brand.</p><hr/><p><em>Check out </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025"><em>our roundup of the best Labor Day sales</em></a><em> for more savings in furniture, tech, and more. We&#39;ve also compared the best offers available from various </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-amazon-coupons"><em>Amazon coupons</em></a><em>.</em></p><p><em>Follow us on </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em><u>Instagram</u></em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em><u>WhatsApp</u></em></a><em> for more deals, buying guides, and reviews</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/amazon-labor-day-sale-best-deals-2025">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
530.      <author>ssaril@insider.com (Sarah Saril)</author>
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532.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:43:07 +0000</pubDate>
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542.      <title>My grandmother is 95 and losing her memory. Every story she tells me is one I don&#39;t want to forget.</title>
543.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/my-grandmothers-failing-memory-brought-us-closer-together-2025-8</link>
544.      <description>I didn&#39;t expect that my grandmother losing her memory would bring us closer together. I listen to her stories even when she starts changing details. </description>
545.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a62c7a194a2d49b8aee2e6?format=jpeg" height="2448" width="3264" charset="" alt="Twins with great grandmother"/><figcaption>The author&#39;s twins sharing twin with his grandmother.<p class="copyright">Courtesy of the author</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>My 95-year-old grandmother&#39;s short-term memory began failing, and I learned new family stories.</li><li>Tales of bootleggers, missing planes, and hidden treasures revealed a side of her I never knew.</li><li>I discovered our shared gift for storytelling and a meaningful connection.</li></ul><p><span>&#34;If I&#39;m still alive then,&#34; my </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/grandmother-longevity-lifestyle-tips-diet-family-2024-8"><span>95-year-old grandmother</span></a><span> says at the end of our phone calls, whenever I say, &#34;talk soon.&#34; It&#39;s her new sign-off, making me value our conversations even more.</span></p><p><span>Our calls have become longer and more frequent in recent years. I&#39;m her </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/queen-elizabeth-great-grandchildren-2018-4"><span>oldest grandchild</span></a><span>, but I was never the favorite. We got along fine, but I always felt closer to my other grandparents, and it seemed like she preferred my cousins.</span></p><h2 id="72721ffe-75d6-41e3-bfdb-78c30189a17a" data-toc-id="72721ffe-75d6-41e3-bfdb-78c30189a17a"><span>Writing gave us something new to talk about</span></h2><p><span>Two things sparked the change in our relationship: I decided to become a full-time writer, and her memory began to fade. Both somehow brought us closer together.</span></p><p><span>When I sold my business to </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/traveled-australia-salvador-meet-online-friend-2024-5"><span>become a full-time writer</span></a><span>, my grandmother began paying attention to me in a way she had never done before. She began asking about my articles, genuinely curious about my writing process and how I came up with topics. Without much context, she even once told me that a publisher had once offered her a book deal.</span></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a62d3ba17a8c5b4053311b?format=jpeg" height="1997" width="2949" charset="" alt="Family photo"/><figcaption>The author with his family.<p class="copyright">Courtesy of the author</p></figcaption></figure><p><span>At 95, my grandmother still lives alone and adamantly refuses to consider assisted living. My dad gets multiple calls daily from her, answering the same questions: what time he is picking her up, what day it is, and so on. Yet as her </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/health/treatments/short-term-memory-loss"><span>day-to-day memory fails</span></a><span>, her recall of decades past has gotten sharper. And that&#39;s when the stories began to flow.</span></p><p><span>During a family dinner last year, she interrupted our meal &mdash; &#34;You know, your great-grandfather was an illegal bootlegger. He even invented a popular cocktail.&#34; She launched into stories about secret liquor production behind a clothing store, an unheard-of relative on the lam called &#34;South American Joe,&#34; and narrow escapes from the law. My father occasionally interrupted by saying, &#34;That didn&#39;t happen,&#34; but my wife, kids, and I were completely captivated.</span></p><h2 id="bbc3fa01-d977-4299-a7a7-60f78341756b" data-toc-id="bbc3fa01-d977-4299-a7a7-60f78341756b"><span>Now, every conversation is a story I don&#39;t want to forget</span></h2><p><span>A few weeks after the bootlegger revelation, she called with something even more surprising: &#34;I know where MH370 is. I think you should write about it.&#34; She was referring to the </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mh370-malaysian-airlines-missing-plane-new-search-70-million-reward-2025-2"><span>Malaysia Airlines flight that disappeared</span></a><span> in 2014, one of aviation&#39;s greatest mysteries.</span></p><p><span>She said she&#39;d been on a cruise near Western Australia in 2014 and saw a plane spiraling into the ocean. She&#39;d called news stations and even 60 Minutes Australia, but nobody took her seriously. When 60 Minutes ran a special featuring an expert pointing to a location not far from where my grandmother claimed, I started wondering if her stories might actually be true.</span></p><p><span>Last month, she called to wish me a happy birthday. It wasn&#39;t my birthday, but I let her believe it was. &#34;Are you still writing that book with my stories?&#34; she asked. &#34;I&#39;ve remembered another one that needs to be included.&#34;</span></p><p><span>Despite explaining many times that no such book exists, I sat down and listened as she described a treasure smuggled from </span><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-5-most-bizarre-weapons-of-world-war-ii-2015-7"><span>Europe during WWII</span></a><span>, passed through generations to the firstborn son, hidden in secret locations, and now supposedly mine.</span></p><p><span>These calls have become our new normal, each delivering a new tale. Sometimes she&#39;ll stop mid-story: &#34;You can&#39;t write that one.&#34; Other times, she&#39;ll tell me a story I&#39;ve heard before, but with new details, as if she&#39;s editing her past. All of them are fascinating, and it feels like I have my own private podcast.</span></p><h2 id="41dc5716-c8ca-478b-999f-ae591ee8f976" data-toc-id="41dc5716-c8ca-478b-999f-ae591ee8f976"><span>She forgets today&#39;s date, but recalls 1950 like it was yesterday</span></h2><p><span>My grandmother can&#39;t remember what happened this week, but can vividly describe what happened 70 years ago. These contradictions of memory have created an unexpected opportunity for us to connect. Each story reveals a different side of her and our family history.</span></p><p><span>I don&#39;t know if my great-grandfather really was a bootlegger or if she actually saw MH370 crash into the sea. The truth no longer matters, as the stories have created a chance to talk and connect. I&#39;ve thought about writing the book she keeps mentioning. But I&#39;ve decided to keep the stories just between us. These conversations feel like something just for the two of us after all these years.</span></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a62e8e194a2d49b8aee329?format=jpeg" height="1232" width="1732" charset="" alt="Old photograph of couple"/><figcaption>The author&#39;s grandparents when they were young..<p class="copyright">Courtesy of the author</p></figcaption></figure><p><span>When she ends our calls with &#34;If I&#39;m still alive then,&#34; I don&#39;t find it depressing anymore. It&#39;s just her way of acknowledging reality while ensuring her stories continue as long as possible.</span></p><p><span>Maybe she did live a Forrest Gump-like life of incredible coincidences, or maybe her stories result from a rich imagination shaped over a lifetime. Whether her stories are true or not doesn&#39;t matter anymore. They&#39;ve become our way of connecting, something we never managed to do before. And now I see it, I got my storytelling instinct from her. I&#39;m glad she passed that on.</span></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/my-grandmothers-failing-memory-brought-us-closer-together-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
546.      <author>insider@insider.com (Ash Jurberg)</author>
547.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/my-grandmothers-failing-memory-brought-us-closer-together-2025-8</guid>
548.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:27:01 +0000</pubDate>
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558.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes</link>
559.      <description>Spanx has some of our favorite loungewear and activewear. Save up to 30% on your purchase with the best Spanx voucher codes in 2025.</description>
560.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/685ac2cbf748d8c055f4401d?format=jpeg" height="960" width="1920" charset="" alt="Spanx brand images."/><figcaption>The best Spanx coupons can save you 30% on your next purchase.<p class="copyright">Spanx</p></figcaption></figure><p>While Spanx is best known for its comfortable and flattering shapewear, the brand has grown to offer much more. It also stocks some of our favorite comfortable loungewear, workwear, and activewear, though it can be expensive. That&#39;s why having a good Spanx coupon on hand at checkout is key.</p><p>Right now, Spanx is running an End of Summer Sale that features rare discounts on select items, but the savings don&#39;t have to end there if you use a coupon. Some codes can even combine with other offers to help you save an extra 30% on your order. But rather than make you hunt them down yourself, we&#39;ve rounded them up right here.</p><p>Our style editors on the Reviews team have tested a wide variety of the brand&#39;s apparel and were impressed. While the Spanx <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=4d52d0363da8430021f0a544d78a8af3b20b7242cd0041ef8be563afc570f1c8&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanx-airessentials-half-zip%3Fvariant%3D48677713248467" data-autoaffiliated="true">Air Essentials Half-Zip</a> and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7c7ff4469501249ce6a77a3ec84642ab52114ce318284b5b53666038e57f4ad0&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanx-airessentials-wide-leg-pant%3Fvariant%3D48677711937747" data-autoaffiliated="true">Wide Leg Pant</a> make up our favorite <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-sweatsuits-women">sweatsuit for women</a>, the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=03e341eef74ed9baaeb64c9e80690ec5e0a835d163baa9035e1b3ecc8e8616db&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanxsupersmooth-perfectfit-ponte-flare-pant%3Fvariant%3D39774430888147" data-autoaffiliated="true">PerfectFit Ponte Flare Pants</a> are a top pick in our <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-work-pants-women">best work pants for women</a> guide.</p><p>Read our full <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/spanx-review">Spanx review</a> to learn more about our top picks.</p><p>In addition to checking out their <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=c9d2e2621ba1b177c6cd21aa2e81a9754f4e1148aa0b7a896188d73d5547e6a1&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">ongoing deals</a>, try the best Spanx voucher codes we&#39;ve tested below to save even more. Also, see our full roundup of the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a> for deals across beauty, tech, and more.</p><hr/><h2 id="9ff2533f-cac5-4768-93dd-0ad1c612809d" data-toc-id="9ff2533f-cac5-4768-93dd-0ad1c612809d" data-toc-label="Today&#39;s best coupons">Today&#39;s best Spanx coupons</h2>
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562.        <ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=c9d2e2621ba1b177c6cd21aa2e81a9754f4e1148aa0b7a896188d73d5547e6a1&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save an extra 30% on select sale items with promo code*:</a> <strong>EXTRA30</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% on your first order with promo code**:</a> <strong>WELCOME15</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% on your order with promo code:</a><strong> ECOOKXSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% with promo code:</a><strong> LANDYN15</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% with promo code:</a> <strong>LAURYNXSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% with promo code:</a> <strong>XK15VMZH</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 15% with promo code:</a><strong> NASREENXSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 10% with promo code:</a> <strong>CS10</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Back to store</a></li></ul><p>*This offer expires on August 27.</p><p>**This offer only applies to your first Spanx order.</p>
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564.    <h2 id="98ec6f41-9367-4db4-be92-a21487b18609" data-toc-id="98ec6f41-9367-4db4-be92-a21487b18609" data-toc-label="Previous Spanx coupons">Previous Spanx promo codes</h2>
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566.        <p>These codes are for previous Spanx promotions that have since expired but may be reactivated in the future.</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% sitewide with promo code:</a><strong> COURTXSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% sitewide with promo code:</a><strong> ELIZABETHXSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% sitewide with promo code:</a> <strong>LTKSPANX</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% on your first order with promo code*:</a> <strong>WELCOME20</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% on select items with promo code:</a> <strong>HQ20HVQT</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7b7203d1e2fabdd9e2c551a1a03a886d6a518fb9c7e0ea5df18c86db273b86f2&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% sitewide with promo code:</a> <strong>SYDNEYXSPANX</strong></li></ul><p>*This offer only applies to your first Spanx order.</p>
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568.    <h2 id="e78f087b-0f16-49da-a8d4-a5232adc2671" data-toc-id="e78f087b-0f16-49da-a8d4-a5232adc2671" data-toc-label="Spanx sales and deals">Are there any other Spanx sales running at the moment?</h2><p>You can find a full list of sales and markdowns at any time on the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=c9d2e2621ba1b177c6cd21aa2e81a9754f4e1148aa0b7a896188d73d5547e6a1&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">&#34;Sale&#34; page</a> of the Spanx website. As of right now, Spanx is running the following promotions.</p>
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570.        <ul><li>See all current sales <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=c9d2e2621ba1b177c6cd21aa2e81a9754f4e1148aa0b7a896188d73d5547e6a1&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">at Spanx</a></li><li>Shop deals on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=8c82e49e6c634374ea8659f030c300d7e987b7072717d53d32c61ed5dcbd9360&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fmatching-sets-on-sale" data-autoaffiliated="true">matching sets</a></li><li>Shop deals on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=a1e5cb4c9b5112f5551cff7d1335b26d8e244bb4064d0b2d897e368176bdcf69&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Factive-swim-sale" data-autoaffiliated="true">swim and activewear</a></li><li>Shop deals on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=aa09bd88f1dbc6d9956d5bc42f74d19e524b04eeebc93697cd92eb1b299d6e11&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fshapewear-intimates-sale" data-autoaffiliated="true">shapewear and intimates</a></li><li>Shop the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=c9d2e2621ba1b177c6cd21aa2e81a9754f4e1148aa0b7a896188d73d5547e6a1&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">End of Summer Sale</a></li><li>Save 30% on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=e2d55b0a3096bbb79a0b0f7e4da9c2b3d5fca027139ee04afab67cfad29ce1f7&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fcollections%2Funderwear-promo" data-autoaffiliated="true">select underwear</a></li></ul><p>All sale prices and promotions are automatically applied at checkout.</p>
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572.    <h2 id="9d3270e2-6356-4d70-b9f3-bdade2176485" data-toc-id="9d3270e2-6356-4d70-b9f3-bdade2176485" data-toc-label="Use Spanx voucher codes on these items">Use Spanx voucher codes on these items</h2><p>Using the promo codes&nbsp;<strong>WELCOME15,&nbsp;ECOOKXSPANX</strong>, <strong>LANDYN15</strong>,<strong> LAURYNXSPANX</strong>,&nbsp;<strong>NASREENXSPANX</strong>, or<strong> XK15VMZH </strong>can help you save 15% on some of our favorite Spanx apparel. The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=08f163638452f15563b4db0055becb7171009f203fba71425999179ea9c3b11a&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanx-airessentials-half-zip%3Fvariant%3D48677713248467%26Color%3DHydrangea%26v%3D48680029028563" data-autoaffiliated="true">Air Essentials Half Zip</a> is already on sale, bringing the price down from $118 to $99, and the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=7c7ff4469501249ce6a77a3ec84642ab52114ce318284b5b53666038e57f4ad0&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanx-airessentials-wide-leg-pant%3Fvariant%3D48677711937747" data-autoaffiliated="true">Air Essentials Wide Leg Pant</a> currently costs $110, bringing the total price of our favorite matching set to $209. But applying any of the codes listed above can lower the price to just $177.65, helping you save just over $50 total.</p><p>Or, if you&#39;re in the market for new workwear, you can test out the same codes on the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=03e341eef74ed9baaeb64c9e80690ec5e0a835d163baa9035e1b3ecc8e8616db&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanxsupersmooth-perfectfit-ponte-flare-pant%3Fvariant%3D39774430888147" data-autoaffiliated="true">Ponte Flare Pant</a> and get one of our favorite women&#39;s work pants for $125.80 instead of $148.</p><h2 id="80b1851d-3c99-4efd-85ef-9d96932a9625" data-toc-id="80b1851d-3c99-4efd-85ef-9d96932a9625" data-toc-label="Are the deals from Spanx promo codes worth it?">Are the deals from Spanx promo codes worth it?</h2><p>Spanx has always had at least one active coupon available since we&#39;ve been covering it, so using a promo code is always a reliable way to save. Sitewide sales are rare for the brand, especially outside the holidays, so coupons are often the only way to save on certain popular items that rarely go on sale. While you may find better one-off deals in the sale section of the Spanx site, like this 50% off <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=ac28a5d81d830df44adde382a518d93d474a17726a49aa4b031ddf6a8099ce52&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fproducts%2Fspanx-better-base-long-sleeve-turtleneck%3Fvariant%3D48675367518419" data-autoaffiliated="true">Long Sleeve Turtleneck</a>, these can still be combined with coupons to help you save even more.</p><ul><li><em>Follow our </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em>Instagram</em></a><em> page and </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em>WhatsApp</em></a><em> channel for more deals and buying guides.</em></li></ul><hr/><h2 id="7bb1a08e-ed81-43bf-8984-fc43126c8ae4" data-toc-id="7bb1a08e-ed81-43bf-8984-fc43126c8ae4" data-toc-label="How to use Spanx voucher codes">How to use Spanx voucher codes</h2><p>Start by adding coupon-eligible items to your cart. 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Learn more about shipping rates on the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74844-20&amp;h=08ce5b8c7cb37ef3889466bf022c2da51e22b4469b838cf49754800fc56828cf&amp;postID=67d0577be45285883909f58e&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fspanx.com%2Fpages%2Fhelp" data-autoaffiliated="true">Spanx website</a>.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Can I use Spanx voucher codes in-store?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Typically, Spanx coupons are only valid for online purchases. That said, there may be some exceptions, so be sure to check the specific terms and conditions for the code you want to use.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Can I reuse a Spanx coupon?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Most Spanx coupons are only valid for one use. However, there may be exceptions, so be sure to check the terms and conditions for the specific code you want to use.</p><hr/><p><em>Looking for more style deals? </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-abercrombie-coupon-promo-discount-codes"><em>Abercrombie promo codes</em></a><em> can help drive down prices at checkout.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-spanx-coupon-promo-voucher-codes">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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587.      <title>Coursera Plus Labor Day deal: Save 30% on your first year of online courses</title>
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589.      <description>If you want to start a degree or learn something new before 2025 ends, use this Coursera Plus deal to save on hundreds of online courses.</description>
590.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adeef7194a2d49b8af33ce?format=jpeg" height="960" width="1920" charset="" alt="Coursera logo overlaid on an image of a person working on a laptop."/><figcaption>Knock $120 off your first year of Coursera Plus for a limited time.<p class="copyright">Coursera</p></figcaption></figure><p>As we head into fall, we&#39;re rounding up all of the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a> the internet has to offer. In addition to the usual mattress and furniture sale suspects, you can also save on an investment in your education or career with the current <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110324524vw-20&amp;h=c3ab16fb1980ebb6f6a1d4dd8119bb468f6522062082210e75cf5cf291888ef9&amp;postID=68adebd1a4f74711361826e6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fcoursera-plus-labor-day-deal-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.coursera.org%2Fcourseraplus%2Fspecial%2Faugust-2025-120-off" data-autoaffiliated="true">Coursera Plus Labor Day deal</a>.</p><p>While the deal lasts, you can take 30% off your first year of a Coursera Plus subscription, bringing the price down from $399 to just $279. This isn&#39;t the best Coursera Plus deal we&#39;ve seen in 2025; there were opportunities to save 40% or even 50% on a subscription earlier in the year. That said, a $120 price decrease is still significant, so we wouldn&#39;t skip this promotion, especially if you have a course or degree in mind to try.</p><p>A Coursera Plus subscription gives you access to the platform&#39;s thousands of online courses and degrees. With programs available from top companies like Meta and IBM, and esteemed universities like Georgetown and Yale, Coursera is one of the best <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/learning/online-learning-platform-comparison">online learning platforms</a> we&#39;ve tested. Some of the most popular courses on the platform right now include &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110324524vw-20&amp;h=3c66ea5b641c2f49396c4077639965e7760c255920cf305df35245aa2ac95df0&amp;postID=68adebd1a4f74711361826e6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fcoursera-plus-labor-day-deal-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.coursera.org%2Fspecializations%2Fpython" data-autoaffiliated="true">Python for Everybody</a>&#34; from the University of Michigan, &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110324524vw-20&amp;h=bde56e12a226bc236e313dd288b8b3538efe70fc3fc86eae4683e63911e586b5&amp;postID=68adebd1a4f74711361826e6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fcoursera-plus-labor-day-deal-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.coursera.org%2Fspecializations%2Fai-essentials-google" data-autoaffiliated="true">AI Essentials</a>&#34; from Google, and more.</p><p>Read our full <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/learning/coursera-pricing-and-best-courses"><u>Coursera guide</u></a> for more information about pricing, plans, and courses we love.</p><p>Keep in mind that the current deal is only valid for the first year of your Coursera Plus subscription. After that, your subscription will automatically renew at the original price (currently $399 a year), though you can cancel anytime.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adf12a194a2d49b8af340e?format=jpeg" height="2500" width="5000" charset="" alt="coursera product photo displaying the science of wellbeing module"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Coursera</p></figcaption></figure><ul><li><em>Follow us on </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em><u>Instagram</u></em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em><u>WhatsApp</u></em></a><em> for the latest deals, buying guides, and reviews</em></li></ul><h2 id="9c6046ce-4727-4105-8395-642af8482245" data-toc-id="9c6046ce-4727-4105-8395-642af8482245">Coursera Plus Labor Day deal: Frequently asked questions</h2><h3 class="faq-question">When does the Coursera Plus Labor Day deal end?</h3><p class="faq-answer">The Coursera Plus Labor Day deal is live now and will continue until September 22, 2025, so you still have almost a month to save on a subscription.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Are current Coursera Plus subscribers eligible to get the Labor Day discount?</h3><p class="faq-answer">The Coursera Plus Labor Day deal is only available for new subscribers; current customers will not be able to get the 30% off discount.</p><hr/><p><em>Interested in learning something more creative? Check out our spotlight on the </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/masterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8"><em>MasterClass Labor Day Sale</em></a><em> instead. Or, save on a Skillshare subscription with our roundup of the </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-skillshare-coupons-promo-discount-codes"><em>best coupons</em></a><em>.</em></p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/coursera-plus-labor-day-deal-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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604.      <title>41 of the most expensive celebrity engagement rings of all time</title>
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606.      <description>Travis Kelce just proposed to Taylor Swift with a diamond engagement ring reportedly worth $1 million.</description>
607.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae25fea17a8c5b405389ea?format=jpeg" height="1634" width="2178" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26.<p class="copyright">Brooke Sutton/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Celebrities have been known to splurge on expensive engagement rings.</li><li>Travis Kelce just proposed to Taylor Swift with a ring reportedly worth $1 million.</li><li>In 2016, billionaire James Packer reportedly spent $10 million on a ring for Mariah Carey.</li></ul><p>Everybody cue up &#34;So High School&#34; &mdash; <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married</a>.</p><p>On August 26, Swift and Kelce announced on Instagram: &#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.&#34; The proposal took place in a garden that looked straight out of a fairytale. In short, Kelce did well.</p><p>Another thing he did well with: <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">the ring</a>.</p><p>Kelce chose a ring with a rounded rectangle diamond and a gold band. It almost looks vintage, which goes well with Swift&#39;s &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-folklore-review-tracklist-breakdown-2020-7">Folklore</a>&#34; aesthetic. Ajay Anand, the CEO and founder of diamond retailer <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.rarecarat.com/"><u>Rare Carat</u></a>, told Business Insider that the jewelry&#39;s value is likely somewhere in the $1 million range.</p><p>In honor of &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-swelce-chiefs-jersey-for-sale-2023-12">Swelce&#39;s</a>&#34; big day, here&#39;s a look back at 40 other memorably expensive celebrity engagement rings, from <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-love-story-anniversary-2017-4">Prince William and Kate Middleton&#39;s</a> $500,000 diamond-and-sapphire bauble to James Packer and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mariah-carey-facts-you-didnt-know-2020-12">Mariah Carey&#39;s</a> $10 million emerald-cut stone.</p><div id="slideshow"><div class="slide">Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68ae00bca17a8c5b405384ae?format=jpeg" height="1109" width="1479" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on October 15, 2023."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City in October 2023.<p class="copyright">Gotham/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>After around <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10">two years of dating</a>, Kelce pulled out a ring, and Swift just said yes. The two announced their engagement on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/">Instagram</a> &mdash; and thankfully, at least one of the photos gave us a close look at the bona fide rock Kelce proposed with.</p><p>&#34;The ring appears to feature an antique old mine brilliant-cut diamond,&#34; Ajay Anand, the CEO and founder of diamond retailer <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.rarecarat.com/"><u>Rare Carat</u></a>, told Business Insider. He added that the style was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries due to its &#34;chunky facets and romantic sparkle.&#34; He estimated its worth at $1 million.</p><p>Per <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-1234932388/">Rolling Stone</a>, the ring came from the NYC-based jeweler Artifex Fine Jewelry, which provided him with a ring designed by Kindred Lubeck.</p></div><div class="slide">Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef7588951662c9f1f527b?format=jpeg" height="2245" width="2994" charset="" alt="Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson attending the premiere of &#34;Asteroid City&#34; at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023."/><figcaption>Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson got married in 2020.<p class="copyright">Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Staff/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scarlett-johansson-colin-jost-relationship-timeline-2018-10">Jost and Johansson</a> were first spotted together in May 2017, and have had a low-key relationship ever since, minus the occasional &#34;SNL&#34; joke and red-carpet appearance.</p><p>They got engaged in May 2019, but the ring wasn&#39;t revealed until two months later.</p><p>Representatives for Rare Carat, a diamond search engine, told Business Insider in July 2019 that <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/scarlett-johansson-engagement-ring-photos-2019-7">Johansson&#39;s diamond</a> is an old cut that has great clarity, especially for a light-brown diamond, and estimated the ring would cost $450,000.</p><p>Jost and Johansson tied the knot in October 2020, and they welcomed their son in August 2021.</p></div><div class="slide">Prince Harry and Meghan Markle<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efa81f83fcec7e5b523d0?format=jpeg" height="1779" width="2372" charset="" alt="Prince Harry and Meghan Markle posed for photos to announce their engagement in 2017."/><figcaption>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been married since 2018.<p class="copyright">DANIEL LEAL/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/prince-harry-meghan-markle-relationship-timeline">The Duke and Duchess of Sussex</a> announced their engagement to the world on November 27, 2017, with <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meghan-markle-style-over-the-years-2022-8">Markle</a> debuting a three-stone diamond ring designed by Prince Harry and jeweler Cleave &amp; Company.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/royals/meghan-markle-engagement-ring-everything-to-know/">People</a> reported that the ring features a 3-carat, cushion-cut center stone sourced from Botswana &mdash; a location of special significance to the couple &mdash; while the side stones are two round diamonds from Princess Diana&#39;s jewelry collection. Experts <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2018/05/15/markles-ring-and-how-much-americans-spend-on-an-engagement-rings.html">estimated</a> it cost $350,000.</p><p>The couple married the following May and now reside in California with their two children.</p></div><div class="slide">Prince William and Kate Middleton<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef7778951662c9f1f5283?format=jpeg" height="2213" width="2951" charset="" alt="Kate Middleton and Prince William, then the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, attended a morning service in Quebec."/><figcaption>Prince William and Kate Middleton have been married since 2011.<p class="copyright">Mark Large-Pool/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-love-story-anniversary-2017-4">Kate Middleton&#39;s</a> unique 12-carat sapphire &mdash; surrounded by diamonds, no less &mdash; popped perfectly with her navy dress when the royal couple announced their engagement in 2010.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="fea07ef2-3de2-4ef7-baab-39bd812d2371">The $500,000 heirloom might not be the most expensive ring on the list, but its sentimental value is worth much more. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/princess-diana-statement-making-outfits-2020-12">Princess Diana</a> famously wore this ring while she was engaged to Prince Charles.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="fea07ef2-3de2-4ef7-baab-39bd812d2371">The pair wed in April 2011 and have since welcomed three children.</p></div><div class="slide">Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efb99f83fcec7e5b52427?format=jpeg" height="2538" width="3385" charset="" alt="Blake Shelton spoke at Gwen Stefani&#39;s Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony in 2023."/><figcaption>Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton have been married since 2021.<p class="copyright">Christopher Polk/Contributor/Variety via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-engagement-ring-details-2020-11">Shelton and Stefani got engaged</a> in October 2020 after five years of dating, and they announced the happy news with matching posts on <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CG2tZeonC9m/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link">Instagram</a>.</p><p>But the &#34;Hollaback Girl&#34; singer didn&#39;t give fans a closer look at her ring until a few weeks later on her Instagram story.</p><p>&#34;We&#39;re looking at a gorgeous 8-carat, radiant-shape diamond with trapezoid sides &mdash; an Art Deco look,&#34; Rare Carat founder and CEO Ajay Anand told BI in November 2020. &#34;We&#39;re talking $500,000 in all, as the center stone is an icy white D-to-F color diamond.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef79ff83fcec7e5b5234e?format=jpeg" height="1424" width="1899" charset="" alt="Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney posing at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party."/><figcaption>Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney ended their engagement in July 2016.<p class="copyright">John Shearer/Contributor/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/surprising-facts-about-lady-gaga">Lady Gaga</a> never ended up saying &#34;I do&#34; to &#34;Chicago Fire&#34; star Taylor Kinney, who proposed in 2015 on Valentine&#39;s Day with a 6-carat, heart-shaped diamond ring by Lorraine Schwartz.</p><p>The $500,000 ring had a micro-pavé platinum band and was engraved with &#34;T ♡ S,&#34; which stands for Gaga&#39;s birth name, Stefani Germanotta.</p><p>The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-lady-gaga-taylor-kinney-broke-up-2017-9">couple split in summer 2016</a>, but seemingly remained friendly, with Kinney telling <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.etonline.com/taylor-kinney-praises-ex-lady-gagas-a-star-is-born-success-the-skys-the-limit-for-her-exclusive">Entertainment Tonight</a> in 2019 that &#34;the sky is the limit&#34; for Gaga after her success with &#34;A Star Is Born.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efc8f50dfd88e193d8b3e?format=jpeg" height="1469" width="1959" charset="" alt="Olivia Culpo posed at the alice + olivia by Stacy Bendet presentation at New York Fashion Week in 2024."/><figcaption>Culpo and McCaffrey got married in 2024.<p class="copyright">Gotham/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The San Francisco 49ers running back proposed to the model and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/miss-universe-women-who-became-famous-2023-11">former Miss Universe winner</a> in April 2023 after almost four years of dating with a three-stone ring designed by Ring Concierge.</p><p>Nicole Wegman, Ring Concierge&#39;s founder and CEO, told People, &#34;We worked with Christian to thoughtfully design a ring that encompassed Olivia&#39;s trendsetting style while still remaining timeless &mdash; a beautifully cut Oval flanked with Epaulette side stones in a handcrafted gold and platinum setting.&#34; It&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://pagesix.com/2023/04/07/all-the-details-of-olivia-culpos-engagement-ring-from-christian-mccaffrey/">estimated</a> that the ring is worth $600,000.</p><p>The pair tied the knot in June 2024 in a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/olivia-culpo-modest-wedding-dress-debate-2024-7">lavish Rhode Island ceremony</a>. Culpo gave birth to their daughter, Colette, in July 2025.</p></div><div class="slide">George and Amal Clooney<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef7bf8951662c9f1f5294?format=jpeg" height="2265" width="3020" charset="" alt="George and Amal Clooney at the premiere of &#34;Money Monster&#34; at the Cannes Film Festival in 2016."/><figcaption>George and Amal Clooney have been married since 2014.<p class="copyright">Clemens Bilan/Stringer/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Actor <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/george-clooney-worth-how-he-spends-makes-money">George Clooney</a> proposed to British international human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin (now Clooney) with a 7-carat, emerald-cut diamond.</p><p>The solitaire ring, which features side baguettes set in platinum, is worth an estimated $750,000.</p><p>The couple publicly revealed their engagement in April 2014, and by September of that year, they had tied the knot. They welcomed twins in 2017.</p></div><div class="slide">Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef7d4f83fcec7e5b5235d?format=jpeg" height="1056" width="1408" charset="" alt="Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie attended a hockey game in 2013."/><figcaption>Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie were married from 2010 to 2016.<p class="copyright">Noel Vasquez/Contributor/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In February 2010, professional hockey player Mike Comrie proposed to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hilary-duff-best-movies-ranked">Hilary Duff</a> while the pair were on vacation in Maui.</p><p>E! News reported, per <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.forbes.com/pictures/54f4e71eda47a54de8245c01/hilary-duff/">Forbes</a>, at the time that Duff&#39;s 14-carat, princess-cut ring cost $1 million.</p><p>The couple kept their engagement short, marrying in August of that year. They later welcomed their son in 2012 before announcing their separation in 2014. The couple&#39;s divorce was finalized in February 2016.</p><p>Duff has since gone on to marry musician Matthew Koma, with whom <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/hilary-duff-motherhood-makes-her-appreciate-mom-in-lizzie-mcguire-2019-12">she shares three daughters</a>.</p></div><div class="slide">Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka&#39;oir Davis<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef81350dfd88e193d8a29?format=jpeg" height="2963" width="3951" charset="" alt="Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka&#39;oir attended an NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Atlanta Hawks in 2023."/><figcaption>Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka&#39;oir Davis have been married since 2017.<p class="copyright">Paras Griffin/Contributor/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In 2016, Gucci Mane proposed to entrepreneur Keyshia Ka&#39;oir during an Atlanta Hawks game with a 25-carat, cushion-cut diamond ring.</p><p>And three years later, the rapper decided to up the ante with a whopping $1 million, 60-carat round-cut diamond creation by Pristine Jewelers Ben Shimon and Avi Davidov, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.bet.com/article/wz930l/gucci-mane-spent-over-titlem-on-a-custom-made-ring">BET</a> reported.</p><p>The outlet added that it took the jewelers 45 days to complete the ring.</p><p>The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gucci-mane-wedding-keyshia-kaoir-photos-2017-10">couple wed in October 2017</a> and have since welcomed two children.</p></div><div class="slide">Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efd31f83fcec7e5b524ab?format=jpeg" height="1657" width="2209" charset="" alt="Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones posed on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of &#34;Jeanne du Barry&#34; in 2023."/><figcaption>Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones have been married since 2000.<p class="copyright">Marc Piasecki/Contributor/FilmMagic/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p class="slide-title-text" id="4ff6661e-3f1f-4811-916c-65b3da7a718d">Michael Douglas did pretty well choosing a $1 million antique Fred Leighton 10-carat engagement ring for <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chicago-movie-stars-actors-where-are-they-now-2022-12">Catherine Zeta-Jones</a>, and their relationship isn&#39;t so bad either &mdash; the actors have been together for more than 20 years and have two children.</p></div><div class="slide">Kourtney Kardashian Barker and Travis Barker<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef846f83fcec7e5b5236e?format=jpeg" height="2822" width="3762" charset="" alt="Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at the UFC 285 event in 2023."/><figcaption>Kourtney Kardashian Barker and Travis Barker have been married since 2022.<p class="copyright">Jeff Bottari/Contributor/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Blink-182 drummer <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kourtney-kardashian-travis-barker-welcome-first-child-2023-11">Travis Barker</a> proposed to Poosh founder <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kourtney-kardashian-most-daring-looks-photos">Kourtney Kardashian</a> in October 2021 with an engagement ring designed by Lorraine Schwartz.</p><p>&#34;It&#39;s a flawless, beautifully cut diamond stone,&#34; Schwartz told People.</p><p>Kathryn Money, SVP of Merchandising and Retail at Brilliant Earth, told <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.brides.com/kourtney-kardashian-engagement-ring-travis-barker-5206193">Brides</a> that the center stone &mdash; an elongated oval solitaire diamond &mdash; is likely 10 to 12 carats with an estimated cost between $500,000 and $1 million.</p><p>The pair went on to host <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/every-kardashian-wedding-ranked-kim-kourtney-khloe-2022-4">three weddings</a> &mdash; in Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, and Portofino, Italy &mdash; throughout 2022. They welcomed their son in November 2023.</p></div><div class="slide">Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efe1650dfd88e193d8b89?format=jpeg" height="1274" width="1699" charset="" alt="Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston walked the red carpet at the 85th Annual Academy Awards. Aniston was pointing at the camera with her left hand so her engagement ring was visible."/><figcaption>Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston divorced in 2018.<p class="copyright">Steve Granitz/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In August 2012, Justin Theroux asked for <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jennifer-aniston-diet-80-20-rule-health-fitness-routine-2025-1">Jennifer Aniston&#39;s</a> hand with a $1 million 10-carat diamond ring designed by her friend Jennifer Meyer, E! Online reported.</p><p>The couple announced their divorce in February 2018, but remain close friends.</p></div><div class="slide">Demi Lovato and Max Ehrich<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677c36bc2be30c194fc50de0?format=jpeg" height="1979" width="2639" charset="" alt="Demi Lovato posing at the 2020 E! People&#39;s Choice Awards."/><figcaption>Demi Lovato was engaged to Max Ehrich for two months in 2020.<p class="copyright">Christopher Polk/Contributor/E! Entertainment/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In July 2020, Demi Lovato <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/demi-lovato-engaged-max-enrich-instagram-photos-2020-7">announced her engagement</a> to actor Max Ehrich on Instagram.</p><p>Rare Carat CEO Ajay Anand told BI that the ring appeared &#34;to feature a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/demi-lovato-shares-engagement-ring-photos-estimated-worth-2020-7">10-carat, emerald-cut stone</a>&#34; and estimated that it &#34;would sell for no less than $1 million.&#34;</p><p>But Lovato and Ehrich&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/demi-lovato-explains-breakup-engagement-max-ehrich-documentary-2021-3">engagement was short-lived</a> &mdash; they split just two months later in September 2020.</p><p>&#34;I think I rushed into something that I thought I was supposed to do,&#34; Lovato said in her 2021 documentary &#34;Dancing with the Devil,&#34; adding, &#34;I realized as time went on that I didn&#39;t actually know the person I was engaged to.&#34;</p><p>Lovato is now married to musician Jordan &#39;Jutes&#39; Lutes.</p></div><div class="slide">Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677eff298951662c9f1f5431?format=jpeg" height="1926" width="2568" charset="" alt="Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union posed at the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars Party."/><figcaption>Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union have been married since 2014.<p class="copyright">Daniele Venturelli/Contributor/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Gabrielle Union said yes to former NBA star Dwyane Wade and the $1 million 8.5-carat, cushion-cut diamond he chose for her.</p><p>The couple <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gabrielle-union-dwyane-wade-marriage-41-sexism-ageism-2024-3">married in 2014</a> and welcomed a daughter via surrogate in 2018. Union is also stepmother to Wade&#39;s three children.</p></div><div class="slide">Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef976f83fcec7e5b52396?format=jpeg" height="762" width="1016" charset="" alt="Michael Polansky and Lady Gaga posed at the UK premiere of &#34;Joker: Folie à Deux.&#34;"/><figcaption>Lady Gaga and Michael Polansky have been engaged since April 2024.<p class="copyright">Samir Hussein/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Lady Gaga has her mother to thank for her fiancé, businessman and philanthropist <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/lady-gaga-boyfriend-tech-ceo-michael-polansky-life-career-2020-2">Michael Polansky</a>.</p><p>Gaga told <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.vogue.com/article/lady-gaga-october-2024-cover-interview">Vogue</a> in September 2024, &#34;My mom met him and she said to me, &#39;I think I just met your husband,&#39; and I said, &#39;I&#39;m not ready to meet my husband!&#39;&#34;</p><p>The pair officially met in December 2019 and got engaged in April 2024, the outlet reported. For the occasion, Polansky chose a large oval-cut diamond set on a pavé band.</p><p>Zack Stone, CEO of UK-based jewelry retailer Steven Stone, told <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instyle.com/lady-gaga-engagement-ring-million-dollars-8762791">InStyle</a> in December 2024 that the ring appears to be 15 carats and estimated that it was worth around $1.25 million.</p></div><div class="slide">Justin and Hailey Bieber<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677effd650dfd88e193d8be6?format=jpeg" height="2146" width="2861" charset="" alt="Justin and Hailey Bieber in New York City in June 2024."/><figcaption>Justin and Hailey Bieber wed in 2018.<p class="copyright">Gotham/Contributor/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Justin originally proposed to Hailey in July 2018 with an 18-carat Solow &amp; Co engagement ring, Vogue reported.</p><p>However, six years later, the &#34;Peaches&#34; singer decided to upgrade the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/beauty/hailey-bieber-rhode-skincare-review">Rhode</a> founder&#39;s ring, this time selecting a piece by Lorraine Schwartz that she debuted on her Instagram in May 2024.</p><p>After tabloid speculation about the new ring&#39;s size, Hailey Bieber told <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/hailey-bieber-pregnant-cover-interview">W Magazine</a> in July 2024 that her new bauble &#34;is only one carat bigger&#34; than her original ring. &#34;It&#39;s just elongated,&#34; she said. It&#39;s estimated that the upgraded ring cost $1.5 million.</p><p>The couple have been married since September 2018 and welcomed their first child in August 2024.</p></div><div class="slide">Justin Verlander and Kate Upton<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f007c8951662c9f1f5477?format=jpeg" height="2271" width="3028" charset="" alt="Justin Verlander and Kate Upton posed with his 2019 Cy Young Award at the 2020 Baseball Writers&#39; Association of America Awards Dinner."/><figcaption>Justin Verlander and Kate Upton have been married since 2017.<p class="copyright">Mary DeCicco/Stringer/MLB Photos via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In 2016, model Kate Upton said yes to MLB pitcher Justin Verlander and a one-of-a-kind ring by Anita Ko, featuring an 8-carat, round-cut diamond in a unique six-prong setting that was estimated to cost $1.5 million.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="54d663b4-6b1d-4373-b5dc-26282a6eea24">The couple have been married since 2017 and they share two children.</p></div><div class="slide">Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677bf1d49de00e389eb4712f?format=jpeg" height="2135" width="2847" charset="" alt="A closeup shot of Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise posing at the UK premiere of &#34;War Of The Worlds&#34; in 2005. Holmes&#39; left hand was resting on Cruise&#39;s shoulder so her engagement ring was visible."/><figcaption>Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise were married from 2006 to 2012.<p class="copyright">MJ Kim/Staff/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Tom Cruise proposed to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/katie-holmes-stylist-defends-her-controversial-outfit-2022-12">Katie Holmes</a> with a 5-carat rock in 2005.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="586072f9-ce97-4e72-8d8c-b1feb5a866ad">The center oval-cut diamond was surrounded by another 6 carats of diamonds and has been estimated to cost as much as $1.5 million, per <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.whowhatwear.com/celebrity-engagement-rings-expensive">Who What Wear</a>.</p><p>They welcomed their daughter in 2006 before splitting in 2012.</p></div><div class="slide">Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f00ab50dfd88e193d8c08?format=jpeg" height="1975" width="2633" charset="" alt="Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian during an appearance on &#34;The Tonight Show With Jay Leno&#34; in 2011."/><figcaption>Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian&#39;s divorce was finalized in June 2013.<p class="copyright">Kevin Winter/Contributor/NBCUniversal/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-kim-kardashian-west-career-evolution-2019-2">Kim Kardashian&#39;s</a> marriage to Kris Humphries only lasted 72 days, and the best thing to come out of it was the 16-carat center diamond designed by Lorraine Schwartz.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="11bca1a5-ab70-41c1-9ed3-fd531dbbb32e">While the ring was initially reported to be worth nearly $2 million, in 2013, when Humphries auctioned it off at a charity event, it went for $749,000.</p></div><div class="slide">Paris Hilton and Carter Reum<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f00c08951662c9f1f5485?format=jpeg" height="728" width="970" charset="" alt="Carter Reum and Paris Hilton at their wedding in 2021."/><figcaption>Paris Hilton and Carter Reum got married in 2021.<p class="copyright">Todd Williamson/Contributor/Peacock/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paris-hilton-tried-fake-baby-bump-while-expecting-via-surrogacy-2024-5">Paris Hilton</a> and M13 Ventures founder Carter Reum got engaged in February 2021.</p><p>The following month, Hilton shared on &#34;On Air with Ryan Seacrest&#34; that Reum designed the ring with Jean Dousset, the great-great-grandson of Louis Cartier.</p><p>&#34;It is a three-stone ring design with an emerald-cut center stone, featuring baguette-cut and trapezoid accent diamonds,&#34; Dousset said in a 2021 interview with <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=2f33107e37ae4851240215bcb6d80d091ef44d525b56337d1a9479609052733c&amp;postID=6769b90a598acda0f94ce938&amp;postSlug=most-expensive-celebrity-engagement-rings&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theknot.com%2Fcontent%2Fparis-hilton-engagement-ring-look-alikes" data-autoaffiliated="true">The Knot</a>.</p><p>He added, &#34;The design of the ring derives from a combination of classical and Art Nouveau era influences. The geometric shapes of this ring are befitting to resemble the structure of the Grand Palais in Paris.&#34; It&#39;s estimated that the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paris-hilton-engagement-ring-carter-reum-2021-2">ring cost $2 million</a>.</p><p>The pair wed in November 2021 and share two children.</p></div><div class="slide">Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef9ab50dfd88e193d8a60?format=jpeg" height="3009" width="4012" charset="" alt="Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka posed at the premiere of &#34;The Death and Life of John F. Donovan&#34; at the 2018 Toronto Film Festival."/><figcaption>Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka ended their engagement in November 2018.<p class="copyright">George Pimentel/Contributor/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Before Reum, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paris-hilton-and-fiance-chris-zylka-relationship-timeline-2018-1">Hilton was engaged</a> to actor Chris Zylka from January to November 2018.</p><p>Hilton kept the $2 million 20-carat pear-shaped diamond after their split, telling &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o17ahZCbU3M&amp;t=2s">The Jenny McCarthy Show</a>&#34; in December 2018, &#34;The person who we got it from got millions and millions of dollars of free publicity, so I love how social media has basically become a new form of money. It&#39;s pretty sick.&#34;</p><p>&#34;Diamonds are a girl&#39;s best friend,&#34; she added.</p></div><div class="slide">Ciara and Russell Wilson<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f015a8951662c9f1f5498?format=jpeg" height="1060" width="1413" charset="" alt="Russell Wilson and Ciara attended The Serpentine Gallery Summer Party in June 2022."/><figcaption>Ciara and Russell Wilson have been married since 2016.<p class="copyright">Ricky Vigil M/Contributor/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>When NFL quarterback <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/russell-wilson-ciara-net-worth-how-make-spend-money-2023-11">Russell Wilson</a> put a ring on it, he made sure no one could miss the news by gifting Ciara a 16-carat round, brilliant-cut center diamond.</p><p>And that&#39;s not all &mdash; the center stone is flanked by a trapezoid-shaped and pear-shaped diamond on each side, bringing the ring&#39;s total estimated value to about $2 million, per The Knot.</p><p>They married in July 2016. They have three children together and also parent Ciara&#39;s son, whom she had in her previous relationship.</p></div><div class="slide">Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677ef9c08951662c9f1f52e1?format=jpeg" height="1259" width="1678" charset="" alt="Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey attended the AFI FEST screen of &#34;Precious&#34; in 2009."/><figcaption>Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey divorced in 2016.<p class="copyright">Steve Granitz/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Mariah Carey got <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/nick-cannon-mariah-carey-marriage-insecurities-money-gender-roles-2024-10">engaged to Nick Cannon</a> in 2008, who proposed with a 17-carat, emerald-cut pink diamond by Jacob &amp; Co.</p><p>&#34;I wanted to do something extremely special, something that Mariah would really appreciate,&#34; Cannon told People magazine at the time, adding, &#34;We got the pinkest stone we could find, surrounded by other diamonds.&#34;</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="24219beb-0a91-43fc-a3d6-891bdc02189e">People reported that the center diamond was surrounded by 58 smaller pink diamonds and two half-moon diamonds, leading it to cost an estimated $2.5 million.</p><p>The two married in 2008 and had twins, but they got divorced in 2014. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/nick-cannon-kids-family-timeline-names-moms-2022-8">Cannon now has 12 children</a>.</p></div><div class="slide">Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f026a8951662c9f1f54bd?format=jpeg" height="1376" width="1835" charset="" alt="Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively at the premiere of &#34;The Adam Project&#34; in February 2022."/><figcaption>Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have been married since 2012.<p class="copyright">Jamie McCarthy/Staff/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/justin-baldoni-new-york-times-blake-lively-lawsuit-explained-2025-1">Blake Lively&#39;s</a> trendy 12-carat, oval-cut diamond set in 18-carat rose gold was made by celebrity favorite Lorraine Schwartz and reportedly cost her husband, Ryan Reynolds, $2.5 million.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="ab782c7b-ed40-4c2d-8c39-e4999320933d">The two wed in 2012 and have four children.</p></div><div class="slide">Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Aristotle Onassis<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677c24ab4fdf00939ed660d3?format=jpeg" height="2814" width="3752" charset="" alt="Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Aristotle Onassis at their wedding in 1968."/><figcaption>Jackie Kennedy wed Aristotle Onassis in 1968.<p class="copyright">Bettmann/Contributor/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-jackie-kennedy-onassis-luxurious-homes-2023-8">former first lady</a> wed Aristotle Onassis, a Greek shipping magnate, in 1968.</p><p>He proposed with the Lesotho III diamond, a 40.42-carat, marquise-cut diamond.</p><p>The ring sold for $2.6 million at auction in 1996.</p></div><div class="slide">Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f0286f83fcec7e5b52571?format=jpeg" height="1716" width="2289" charset="" alt="Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian posed at the 94th Annual Academy Awards in 2022."/><figcaption>Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian have been married since 2017.<p class="copyright">Mike Coppola/Staff/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alexis-ohanian-reddit-cofounder-life-career-education">Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian</a> proposed to 23-time Grand Slam champion <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/serena-williams-net-worth-husband-alexis-ohanian">Serena Williams</a> with a $3 million 17-carat, emerald-cut engagement ring in December 2016, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://nypost.com/2023/02/23/alexis-ohanian-used-50m-crypto-windfall-to-buy-serena-williams-17-carat-engagement-ring/">The New York Post</a> reported.</p><p>The pair wed the following November in New Orleans and now share two daughters.</p></div><div class="slide">Donald and Melania Trump<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677c041f6672fb592aeb32eb?format=jpeg" height="2992" width="3989" charset="" alt="Donald and Melania Trump at the 79th Annual Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner."/><figcaption>Donald and Melania Trump have been married since 2005.<p class="copyright">Timothy A. CLARY/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Current President-elect Donald Trump proposed to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/melania-trump">wife Melania</a> in 2005 with an emerald-cut diamond from Graff Diamonds that weighed more than 10 carats.</p><p>At the time of their engagement, he told The New York Times he got a $1 million discount on the ring &mdash; however, according to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/susanadams/2018/02/08/trump-lied-about-what-he-paid-for-melanias-engagement-ring/">Forbes&#39;</a> reporting in 2018, Trump paid the full price of $1.5 million.</p><p>Regardless, he upgraded Melania&#39;s ring in 2015 for their 10th wedding anniversary, selecting another Graff Diamonds piece that weighed 25 carats and cost $3 million.</p></div><div class="slide">Alexa Dell and Harrison Refoua<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677fda1af83fcec7e5b52fab?format=jpeg" height="1979" width="2639" charset="" alt="Harrison Refoua and Alexa Dell at their engagement party in May 2018."/><figcaption>Harrison Refoua and Alexa Dell got engaged in December 2017.<p class="copyright">Stefanie Keenan/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In December 2017, tech heiress <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/heiress-dell-got-engaged-ring-2017-12">Alexa Dell got engaged</a> to real-estate investor Harrison Refoua at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.</p><p>The Daily Mail estimated that the 12-carat diamond ring is valued between $2 million and $3 million.</p></div><div class="slide">Kobe and Vanessa Bryant<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677fdac9f83fcec7e5b52fe8?format=jpeg" height="1840" width="2453" charset="" alt="Kobe and Vanessa Bryant posed together at the 2004 World Music Awards."/><figcaption>Kobe and Vanessa Bryant were married from 2001 to 2020.<p class="copyright">Frank Micelotta/Staff/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Kobe Bryant upgraded his wife Vanessa Bryant&#39;s ring in 2003 to &#34;an eight-carat, emerald-cut purple diamond worth $4 million,&#34; <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.brides.com/story/most-expensive-celebrity-engagement-rings">Brides</a> reported.</p><p>Kobe and their daughter Gianna <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kobe-bryant-dead-helicopter-crash-in-calabasas-california-2020-1">died in a helicopter crash</a> in January 2020.</p></div><div class="slide">Kanye West and Kim Kardashian<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efa1450dfd88e193d8a75?format=jpeg" height="1325" width="1767" charset="" alt="Kanye West and Kim Kardashian posed at The WSJ Magazine 2019 Innovator Awards."/><figcaption>Kanye West and Kim Kardashian finalized their divorce in November 2022.<p class="copyright">ANGELA WEISS/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In October 2013, Kanye West (who now goes by Ye) proposed to Kim Kardashian with a 15-carat, cushion-cut diamond ring designed by Lorraine Schwartz that was estimated to cost upward of $3 million, per <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.eonline.com/ca/news/472944/kim-kardashian-s-engagement-ring-kanye-wanted-the-diamond-to-look-like-it-was-floating-on-air">E! News</a>.</p><p>And almost three years later, West surprised his wife with another Lorraine Schwartz ring, this time weighing 20 carats.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="e4e5e151-dbec-4d3e-8dd5-0f7579e7d615">However, Kardashian was robbed of the ring just weeks later while on a trip to Paris in October 2016; lawyers and police officials estimated that it was worth about $4.5 million.</p><p>The couple <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-kim-kardashian-divorced-kanye-west-choosing-myself-2022-2">finalized their divorce</a> in 2022 after six years of marriage. They have four children.</p></div><div class="slide">Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677efa33f83fcec7e5b523bc?format=jpeg" height="1201" width="1601" charset="" alt="Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez backstage at Samsung&#39;s 9th Annual Four Seasons of Hope Gala in 2010."/><figcaption>Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez were married from 2004 to 2014.<p class="copyright">Kevin Mazur/Contributor/WireImage for Samsung/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jennifer-lopez-facts-2018-5">Jennifer Lopez</a> said &#34;I do&#34; to Marc Anthony in 2004 after he proposed with an 8.5-carat blue diamond ring by Harry Winston worth an estimated $4 million, according to E! News.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="bafe81dd-6d5e-4314-802c-d080b57342ee">The pair welcomed twins in 2008 and were married for 10 years before divorcing.</p></div><div class="slide">Prince Rainier III of Monaco and Grace Kelly<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677c04f259d276c1cdb02527?format=jpeg" height="3150" width="4200" charset="" alt="Prince Rainier III of Monaco and Grace Kelly posed at the Kelly family home after announcing their engagement in 1956."/><figcaption>Prince Rainier III of Monaco married Grace Kelly in 1956.<p class="copyright">Frank Hurley/Contributor/New York Daily News Archive via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>When Prince Rainier III of Monaco proposed to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/grace-kelly-princess-monaco-royalty-husband-children-family-tree-photos">Grace Kelly</a> in 1955, he pulled out a 10.47-carat, emerald-cut diamond ring by Cartier then worth about $4 million.</p><p>The couple married the following year, and remained so until Kelly&#39;s death in 1982. They had three children.</p></div><div class="slide">Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f05208951662c9f1f553a?format=jpeg" height="1711" width="2281" charset="" alt="Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez out in New York City in 2019."/><figcaption>Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez ended their engagement in April 2021.<p class="copyright">Jackson Lee/Contributor/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-a-rod-and-jlo-make-and-spend-their-millions-2018-12">Lopez was engaged</a> to the former New York Yankee from 2019 to 2021.</p><p>At the time of their engagement, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jennifer-lopez-alex-rodriguez-engagement-ring-cost-2019-3">experts from James Allen estimated</a> to BI that the emerald-cut diamond ring was 15 carats and worth at least $1 million, while gemologists at Rare Carat estimated the ring was 20 carats and worth around $4.5 million.</p></div><div class="slide">Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis and Paris Hilton<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6769db02a3e82c7912041b87?format=jpeg" height="1490" width="1987" charset="" alt="Paris Latsis and Paris Hilton posed outside The Kabaret Club in London in 2005."/><figcaption>Paris Hilton and Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis were engaged for four months in 2005.<p class="copyright">Niki Nikolova/Contributor/FilmMagic/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis proposed to Hilton in 2005 with a 24-carat canary diamond.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="b87b06ed-d9fc-4202-b79c-f9f78cb5b977">She stopped wearing the reported $4.7 million ring just four months after they initially announced their engagement.</p></div><div class="slide">Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67ae447eeb4be2fff9a496cd?format=jpeg" height="1665" width="2220" charset="" alt="Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry spotted at Wimbledon in 2023."/><figcaption>Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have been engaged since February 2019.<p class="copyright">Karwai Tang/Contributor/WireImage/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/katy-perry-met-orlando-bloom-wrote-down-set-intentions-manifestation-2024-9">Orlando Bloom proposed to Katy Perry</a> in February 2019 with a floral-inspired engagement ring.</p><p>It was widely reported that the center stone is either a ruby or a pink diamond, while eight white diamonds flank it to resemble petals. Since the center stone composition has never been confirmed, experts&#39; reported price estimates have ranged from $25,000 all the way to $5 million, The Knot reported.</p><p>The couple welcomed a daughter in August 2020. They were engaged for six years before <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/orlando-bloom-katy-perry-engaged-relationship-timeline-2019-2">announcing their split</a> in July 2025.</p></div><div class="slide">Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f04f58951662c9f1f552c?format=jpeg" height="1781" width="2375" charset="" alt="Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez posed at the 81st Golden Globe Awards on 2024."/><figcaption>Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck in August 2024.<p class="copyright">Michael Buckner/Contributor/Golden Globes 2024/Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-relationship-timeline-photos">Bennifer rekindled their romance</a> in 2021 and got engaged in April 2022 with a three-stone ring featuring a rare light-green radiant-cut diamond as the center stone.</p><p>Lopez told Apple Music in 2023 that Affleck also had the words &#34;not going anywhere&#34; engraved on the band as a reference to his email signatures when they reconnected.</p><p>Unfortunately, the couple&#39;s second chance was too good to be true; <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jlo-ben-affleck-divorce-documentary-greatest-love-story-never-told-2024-8">Lopez filed for divorce</a> in August 2024 after just two years of marriage, though she will keep the $5.6 million ring, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/jennifer-lopez-will-keep-8-5-carat-green-diamond-engagement-ring-from-ben-affleck-8770875">People</a> reported, citing their divorce settlement.</p></div><div class="slide">Jay-Z and Beyoncé<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f0429f83fcec7e5b525be?format=jpeg" height="1906" width="2541" charset="" alt="Jay-Z and Beyoncé posed together at the premiere of &#34;Mufasa: The Lion King.&#34;"/><figcaption>Jay-Z and Beyoncé got married in 2008.<p class="copyright">Gilbert Flores/Contributor/Variety via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>One of the world&#39;s most iconic musical duos said &#34;I do&#34; in 2008 at a secret wedding. Her engagement ring has an overwhelming 24-carat, emerald-cut flawless center diamond.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="7abe0ac8-438e-40e4-a823-c84e87c2c21c">Jay-Z gave <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/beyonce-net-worth">Beyoncé</a> the center diamond set on a split shank band with micro-pavé diamonds in platinum. It reportedly cost $5 million.</p></div><div class="slide">Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677f033850dfd88e193d8c57?format=jpeg" height="1133" width="1511" charset="" alt="Anna Kournikova in the audience at one of Enrique Iglesias&#39;s concerts in 2012."/><figcaption>Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias have been together since 2001.<p class="copyright">Gary Miller/Contributor/FilmMagic/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias were lowkey about their relationship until she went public with a large radiant-cut canary diamond.</p><p class="slide-title-text" id="dd001d41-419b-46d3-b712-bbca1bab66a3">The unique, yellow diamond is set in platinum and has two other diamonds on either side &mdash;&nbsp;but this may be her second engagement ring. The tennis pro was spotted with a huge 11-carat, pear-shaped pink diamond back in 2004 which was reportedly worth as much as $2.5 million dollars.</p><p>These days she has mostly been spotted with the yellow one, paired with an equally impressive wedding band, though the two have long maintained that they&#39;re not interested in getting married. They have three children.</p></div><div class="slide">Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6769daa6e3e473ef263ae16a?format=jpeg" height="3598" width="4797" charset="" alt="Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton."/><figcaption>Elizabeth Taylor married Richard Burton for the first time in 1964.<p class="copyright">Keystone-France/Contributor/Gamma-Keystone via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>When Elizabeth Taylor wed Richard Burton for the first time in 1964, she had said yes to an emerald Bulgari brooch, not a traditional engagement ring, Vogue reported.</p><p>However, four years into their marriage, Burton purchased the 33-carat Asscher-cut Krupp diamond for $305,000 &mdash; it sold for $8.8 million at a Christie&#39;s auction in 2011.</p></div><div class="slide">Mariah Carey and James Packer<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/677bf12f9de00e389eb4711c?format=jpeg" height="1597" width="2129" charset="" alt="Mariah Carey and James Packer applauding at the 27th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in May 2016."/><figcaption>Mariah Carey and James Packer ended their engagement in September 2016.<p class="copyright">Dimitrios Kambouris/Staff/Getty Images for GLAAD</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mariah-carey-facts-you-didnt-know-2020-12">Mariah Carey</a> and billionaire James Packer broke the record for most expensive celebrity engagement ring in 2016 with a whopping 35-carat, emerald-cut diamond.</p><p>The wedding was called off just months later, but luckily for the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mariah-careys-craziest-moments-2017-9">&#34;Always Be My Baby&#34; singer</a>, she got to keep the $10 million ring since Packer was the one who broke it off, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.usmagazine.com/stylish/news/mariah-carey-can-keep-her-engagement-ring-after-james-packer-split-w447725/">Us Weekly</a> reported. She sold it in 2018 for just over $2 million, <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" href="https://pagesix.com/2018/05/27/mariah-carey-quietly-sold-mega-diamond-ring-from-ex-james-packer/">Page Six</a> reported.</p></div></div><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/most-expensive-celebrity-engagement-rings">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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623.      <title>I own many businesses and have 4 kids. I don&#39;t drink coffee, eat only fruit before noon, and end the day with chocolate.</title>
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625.      <description>Jesse Itzler shares his daily routine, which balances his family with wife, Spanx founder Sara Blakely, with his many businesses and personal fitness.</description>
626.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a8dfd2a17a8c5b40535d8c?format=jpeg" height="5464" width="6830" charset="" alt="Jesse Itzler, with his wife, Sarah Blakely, sitting on his lap in a fun pose."/><figcaption>Entrepreneur Jesse Itzler, pictured with his wife Sara Blakely, owns multiple businesses and typically starts his day by taking his kids to school and exercising.<p class="copyright">Photo courtesy of Runningman</p></figcaption></figure><p><em>This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jesse Itzler, a 56-year-old entrepreneur based in Atlanta</em>. <em>The following has been edited for length and clarity.</em></p><p>We&#39;re a house of six people, and with four kids, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="c-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-wake-up-early-without-an-alarm-sleep-expert-2020-10">I don&#39;t need an alarm</a>. My daughter wakes me up every morning.</p><p>I started out in the music business as a recording artist and manager. Then, in 2001, I co-founded a private jet card company, which we sold to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="c-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/warren-buffett">Warren Buffett&#39;s</a> NetJets.</p>
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630.    <p>I also owned a stake in Zico coconut water, which was sold to Coca-Cola in 2012. I&#39;ve written two books: &#34;Living with a SEAL&#34; and &#34;Living with the Monks.&#34;</p><p>My partner, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/marriage-sara-blakely-jesse-itzler-2017-11">Sara Blakely</a>, the founder of Spanx, and I have a fitness company called 29029. I also have a calendar company and a running festival called Runningman. My schedule is constantly changing depending on my environment, finances, personal life, and commitments. But there are a few things about my routine that never change.</p><h2 id="bba90904-877c-430d-9341-4f43c931ac10" data-toc-id="bba90904-877c-430d-9341-4f43c931ac10">6:30 a.m. &mdash; I don&#39;t use an alarm to wake up</h2><p>I plan out my day the night before, so I&#39;m not winging it when I wake up. It&#39;s pretty mapped out hour by hour. During the school year, I wake up, get my kids breakfast, get them ready, and take them to school. I&#39;m home around 8 a.m.</p><h2 id="fbc1cbcd-b7e1-4189-925b-22543be0ecb2" data-toc-id="fbc1cbcd-b7e1-4189-925b-22543be0ecb2">8 to 10 a.m. &mdash; My workouts start early</h2><p>From around 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., I get my workout in. I either run, bike, or swim. I <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/health/fitness/when-is-the-best-time-to-workout">get my workouts in early</a> because if everything else fails, I accomplished something for the day.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a8d39acfc04e97619be6e7?format=jpeg" height="3233" width="4311" charset="" alt="a man in a blue hat doing a cold plunge outdoors surrounded by snow"/><figcaption>Jesse Itzler during his routine cold plunge<p class="copyright">Courtesy of Runningman</p></figcaption></figure><p>I try to do both the sauna and cold plunge every day and swear by them for their recovery benefits.</p><h2 id="e1aadb39-28ce-43c6-a134-1f00cd28d641" data-toc-id="e1aadb39-28ce-43c6-a134-1f00cd28d641">Morning to 12 p.m. &mdash; I don&#39;t drink caffeine in the morning, and before noon, I only eat fruit</h2><p>I&#39;ve never had a full cup of coffee in my life. I&#39;ve tasted it, but I just didn&#39;t like it. Before noon, I only eat fruit and nothing else. I eat as much as I want in any variety, as long as it&#39;s fresh.</p><p>I read a book called &#34;Fit for Life&#34; when I was 21 and about to <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/get-fit-easier-tips-marathon-runner-2025-2">run my first marathon</a>. The book challenged the reader to try fruit only until noon for 10 days. I felt so much better, so I never went back.</p><h2 id="bb2b4157-9b9a-4ff9-b0ed-ca1cf6eff7c3" data-toc-id="bb2b4157-9b9a-4ff9-b0ed-ca1cf6eff7c3">10 a.m. to 4 p.m. &mdash; I work six hours a day, and what I do changes every week</h2><p>Every Sunday night, I look at what I need to accomplish for work and then map it out by importance for the week. It changes a lot, and sometimes I&#39;m prioritizing only one company all week. I work from home now and have a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gothenburgs-six-hour-work-day-revolution-2016-5">six-hour workday</a>. If I&#39;m writing, that six-hour window might be spent working on the book.</p><p>I have Runningman coming up, a three-day wellness festival in Georgia, so I&#39;m prioritizing that right now. This year, I&#39;m trying to run 30 miles at the festival, so I&#39;ve been training for that. I plan by the week because I might not be able to run on a certain day, but I can space out the extra mileage over the rest of the week. I prefer this over a day-by-day perspective, where you tell yourself you have to run seven miles every day.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a8d461cfc04e97619be749?format=jpeg" height="3504" width="4672" charset="" alt="A man in a american flag blazer, running shorts and shoes, speaking into a microphone outside"/><figcaption>Itzler at Runningman 2024.<p class="copyright">Courtesy of Runningman.</p></figcaption></figure><p>I&#39;m also not a huge lunch person, and I don&#39;t usually break to eat lunch during my workday.</p><h2 id="a2339ec8-5e4a-46bb-82f2-d4aa41c28f83" data-toc-id="a2339ec8-5e4a-46bb-82f2-d4aa41c28f83">4 p.m. &mdash; When my kids come home from school, my worktime stops</h2><p>If I need to finish something, it continues at night after my kids go to bed, but I have a hard stop at 4 p.m. My favorite time of the day is when they come home from school.</p><p>Years ago, when I was asking for career advice, one woman told me that she takes the last week of every month and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/working-four-days-a-week-at-full-pay-2021-6">every Friday off</a>. I thought it would be insane if I could ever do that. I was working 18-hour days when I was in my 20s, and it was a completely different schedule.</p><p>I can&#39;t really take a whole week off. Every Friday feels like a lot, but I can realistically stop at 4 or 4:30 p.m. every day.</p><h2 id="3ee46808-62e3-4585-89ca-979c0957e347" data-toc-id="3ee46808-62e3-4585-89ca-979c0957e347">The evening is always different, but if I&#39;m not traveling, we have family dinner</h2><p>Once I&#39;m done with work, I&#39;m taking my kids to practices or hanging out with them. There&#39;s usually something they have going on after school or at night, but we always try to <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/family-meal-time-across-america-photos-2017-9">have a family dinner</a>.</p><p>We try to have dinner at home as much as possible. We all eat very differently. I&#39;m not a meat eater, and they&#39;re big meat eaters, so often, we order from separate places if we&#39;re ordering in. I was a vegetarian for 35 years, and that has pretty much carried over. I eat a lot of pasta, salads, and veggies.</p><h2 id="9d37f60a-f35c-4094-9c22-748ea31a0b2e" data-toc-id="9d37f60a-f35c-4094-9c22-748ea31a0b2e">After dinner &mdash; There&#39;s no routine; everybody goes their own way</h2><p>At this stage in our lives, we&#39;re just trying to survive to make sure that everybody has clothing to wear to school in the morning.</p><p>If there&#39;s a show everyone&#39;s into and my wife and I get recommendations, we&#39;ll watch it. We watch 60 Minutes a lot, but we&#39;re trying to cut down on TV and do more reading.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a8d55b194a2d49b8af0ec3?format=jpeg" height="3000" width="4000" charset="" alt="Woman smiling on a yellow inflatable seat holding a trophy, with a man laughing beside her at an outdoor gathering."/><figcaption>Jesse Itzler and his wife, Sara Blakely.<p class="copyright">Courtesy of Runningman</p></figcaption></figure><p>Right now, I&#39;m reading <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/skills-you-can-learn-in-week-2017-5">&#34;The First 20 Hours: How to learn anything…Fast!&#34;</a> by Josh Kaufman. It&#39;s about mastering things in 20 hours or less.</p><p>I eat healthy during the day, but I eat all my calories back in chocolate at night. I like those Hu chocolate bars a lot for dessert, but I&#39;m not picky about my chocolate. Just give me chocolate, and I&#39;m happy.</p><h2 id="1c97a0dd-3cad-4ee9-831a-a539909b8d0a" data-toc-id="1c97a0dd-3cad-4ee9-831a-a539909b8d0a">10 p.m. &mdash; I try to get into bed</h2><p>I&#39;m trying to <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/health/how-to-sleep-better">maximize my nighttime routine</a> and fall asleep at 11 p.m., but it doesn&#39;t always work that way. I&#39;ve just started working on getting better sleep, which means shutting the TV off earlier, not eating late at night, and all that stuff.</p><p>I don&#39;t have a wind-down routine. I&#39;m like an 8-year-old; I try to just exhaust myself throughout the day. I&#39;m the opposite of my wife. She likes to take a bath, and then she goes through a whole wind-down routine before she goes to bed. I usually have chocolate on my face, and I&#39;m still sweaty from running around when the day ends.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/day-in-the-life-entrepreneur-and-father-jesse-itzler-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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650.      <title>Elon Musk is beefing with Apple again. It&#39;s not the first time the Tesla CEO has picked a fight with the iPhone giant.</title>
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652.      <description>Elon Musk has been taking digs at Apple for years. Most recently, the billionaire&#39;s companies filed a lawsuit against the tech giant and OpenAI.</description>
653.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/63860ef98ac94b0019baca3a?format=jpeg" height="1322" width="1762" charset="" alt="Tim Cook and Elon Musk"/><figcaption>Tim Cook and Elon Musk<p class="copyright">Justin Sullivan/Getty Images and Philip Pacheco/AFP via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Tesla CEO Elon Musk has a long history of criticizing Apple.</li><li>Musk&#39;s xAI and X <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-xai-lawsuit-apple-openai-app-store-grok-2025-8" data-autoaffiliated="false">sued Apple</a> and OpenAI on Monday, alleging monopolistic behavior.</li><li>He criticized Apple and its CEO years ago before appearing to patch things up during an HQ visit.</li></ul><p>Elon Musk&#39;s companies X and xAI <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-xai-lawsuit-apple-openai-app-store-grok-2025-8">sued Apple and OpenAI</a> this week. The billionaire has criticized the tech giant&#39;s partnership with OpenAI before, but this is the latest flare-up of Musk&#39;s one-sided beef with Apple.</p><p>The first signs of Musk&#39;s clash with the tech giant came back in 2015 when he joked that Apple employed Tesla&#39;s rejects.</p><p>&#34;They have hired people we&#39;ve fired,&#34; Musk <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.fastcompany.com/3052113/elon-musk-if-you-dont-make-it-at-tesla-you-go-work-at-apple">told German newspaper Handelsblatt.</a> &#34;We always jokingly call Apple the &#39;Tesla Graveyard&#39;. If you don&#39;t make it at Tesla, you go work at Apple. I&#39;m not kidding.&#34;</p><p>In the interview with the news outlet, the Tesla CEO shrugged off reports that Apple was looking into making its own electric car &mdash; which the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-is-shutting-down-its-ev-project-2024-2">company has since reportedly scrapped</a> &mdash; and took a dig at some of Apple&#39;s new product offerings at the time.</p><p>&#34;Did you ever take a look at the Apple Watch?&#34; Musk said. &#34;No, seriously: It&#39;s good that Apple is moving and investing in this direction. But cars are very complex compared to phones or smartwatches. You can&#39;t just go to a supplier like Foxconn and say: Build me a car.&#34;</p><p>In the decade since, Musk has continued to be outspoken about Apple&#39;s products and strategy. Here&#39;s a history of Musk&#39;s on-again off-again criticisms of Apple and its CEO.</p><div id="slideshow"><div class="slide">In 2016, Musk reportedly tried to take CEO Tim Cook&#39;s job.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/606c312ca7d803001963ee61?format=jpeg" height="2249" width="3000" charset="" alt="Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook."/><figcaption>Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook.<p class="copyright">Britta Pedersen-Pool/Getty Images, Steve Granitz/WireImage</p></figcaption></figure><p>According to Tim Higgins&#39; book &#34;Power Play: Tesla, Elon Musk, and the Bet of the Century,&#34; <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-tesla-tim-cook-apple-ceo-acquisition-2021-7">Tim Cook had suggested</a> that Apple acquire Tesla in 2016.</p><p>At the time, Musk reportedly said he wanted to be CEO and Cook allegedly agreed, until Musk clarified that he wanted to be CEO of Apple &mdash; not just Tesla.</p><p>According to the book, which cited a source who had heard Musk&#39;s retelling of the exchange, Cook uttered an expletive before hanging up on Musk.</p><p>Both Musk and Apple have <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-tesla-tim-cook-apple-ceo-acquisition-2021-7">denied the reports</a>, saying they have never spoken.&nbsp;</p><p>&#34;There was a point where I requested to meet with Cook to talk about Apple buying Tesla,&#34; Musk <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1421150913075503112">said on Twitter</a> when the book came out in 2021. &#34;There were no conditions of acquisition proposed whatsoever. He refused to meet. Tesla was worth about 6% of today&#39;s value.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">In 2018, Musk said Apple&#39;s devices don&#39;t &#34;blow people&#39;s minds&#34; like they used to.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/63862e44bf36eb001910dffe?format=jpeg" height="3332" width="4443" charset="" alt="Tim Cook visits an Apple store in New York City on September 16."/><figcaption>Tim Cook visits an Apple store in New York City on September 16.<p class="copyright">Kevin Mazur/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="_blank" href="https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/elon-musk-says-apple-doesn-023320926.html">In an interview</a> with Recode&#39;s Kara Swisher in 2018, Musk said Apple&#39;s products have grown stale.</p><p>&#34;There&#39;s not many products you can buy that really make you happier,&#34; he said. &#34;I still think, obviously, that Apple makes great phones. ... I still use an iPhone and everything. But Apple used to really bring out products that would blow people&#39;s minds, you know? And still make great products, but there&#39;s less of that.&#34;</p><p>Musk compared Apple to Tesla, saying Tesla planned to avoid Apple&#39;s pitfalls when it comes to consumer interest.</p><p>&#34;I don&#39;t think people are necessarily running to the store for the iPhone 11,&#34; Musk said. &#34;But I think with Tesla, we really want to make products that people just love, that are heart-stopping.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">He doubled down his criticisms of Apple&#39;s technology in 2020.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/62889fd5b0a8be00185fe7fd?format=jpeg" height="2876" width="3834" charset="" alt="Elon Musk looking at his phone."/><figcaption><p class="copyright">John Raoux/AP Photo</p></figcaption></figure><p>In 2020, Musk <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/elon-musk-takes-a-jab-at-apple-by-calling-some-recent-iphone-updates-not-great-says-it-broke-his-email-system/articleshow/74559152.cms">criticized the iPhone&#39;s software</a>&nbsp;while speaking at the Satellite 2020 conference.</p><p>&#34;Technology does not automatically improve,&#34; Musk said. &#34;People are used to the phone being better every year. I&#39;m an iPhone user, but I think some of the recent software updates have been not great.&#34;</p><p>He continued to say that the software seemingly&nbsp; &#34;broke&#34; his email system.</p></div><div class="slide">In 2022, a key Apple exec deleted his Twitter account amid Musk&#39;s changes to Twitter.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/63861c3fbf36eb001910dc4b?format=jpeg" height="765" width="1020" charset="" alt="Phil Schiller, former head of Apple marketing"/><figcaption>Phil Schiller, former head of Apple marketing<p class="copyright">Justin Sullivan/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Phil Schiller, the senior Apple executive who runs the company&#39;s App Store, deactivated his Twitter account in November 2022, shortly after Musk <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-said-donald-trumps-twitter-account-will-be-reinstated-2022-11">reinstated Donald Trump&#39;s account.</a></p><p>Schiller had hundreds of thousands of followers on the site and had formerly served as Apple&#39;s head of marketing. His decision to delete his account spawned headlines.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk has slammed the tech company for its App Store fees.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/63861743bf36eb001910db75?format=jpeg" height="3648" width="4864" charset="" alt="An Apple store in Sydney, Australia"/><figcaption>Some Apple workers in Australia went on strike on Tuesday.<p class="copyright">Loren Elliott/Reuters</p></figcaption></figure><p>&#34;Did you know Apple puts a secret 30% tax on everything you buy through the App Store?&#34; <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597301968208556032">Musk tweeted</a> in November 2022.</p><p>It was one of many times the billionaire has criticized Apple for its App Store fees.</p><p>In 2021, he called the fees a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/30/22602231/elon-musk-apple-app-store-fees-de-facto-global-tax-internet-tim-sweeney-epic-games">&#34;de facto global tax</a> on the internet,&#34; and in November 2022, he <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1593762376720953345">tagged the Department of Justice&#39;s</a> antitrust division in a criticism of the fees.</p><p>Now that he owns X, formerly Twitter, Apple&#39;s fees could have an impact on Musk&#39;s business and his plans to generate revenue by charging users for verification on the social media site.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Apple controls app distribution for the iPhone and iPad, and takes between 15% and 30% of most in-app purchases made on iOS apps. The company typically requires that developers use in-app payment systems, though it has slightly <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-tweaks-app-store-rules-netflix-spotify-avoid-commissions-2021-9">softened that requirement</a>&nbsp;for certain apps like Netflix and Spotify.</p></div><div class="slide">Elon Musk seemingly declared &#34;war&#34; on Apple in a since-deleted tweet in 2022.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6385140bbf36eb001910c435?format=jpeg" height="1106" width="1200" charset="" alt="Elon Musk Tim Cook meme"/><figcaption>Elon Musk Tim Cook meme<p class="copyright">Elon Musk</p></figcaption></figure><p>The <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-war-tim-cook-apple-twitter-app-store-advertising-2022-11">billionaire accused</a> Apple of monopolizing the market and opposing free speech in a series of tweets.</p><p>&#34;Apple has mostly stopped advertising on Twitter,&#34; Musk posted <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597285572699074560">on Twitter in November 2022</a>. &#34;Do they hate free speech in America?&#34;</p><p>In a series of tweets in November 2022, Musk accused <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597303084178251777">Apple of being politically biased</a>, called for Apple to <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597295832759382016">publish all actions</a> it has taken toward censorship, and <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597332117280608256">asked his followers for support</a> in his fight against the largest tech company in the world.</p><p>The Tesla CEO <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597300125243944961">later added that Apple</a> had &#34;threatened&#34; to take Twitter off its App Store and &#34;won&#39;t tell us why.&#34;</p><p>A spokesperson for Apple did not respond to a request for comment at the time.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk took aim at Cook in 2022.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/61e1dfbb7c6a200018422eb0?format=jpeg" height="1996" width="2662" charset="" alt="Apple CEO Tim Cook attends Apple&#39;s &#34;Ted Lasso&#34; Season 2 Premiere at Pacific Design Center on July 15, 2021 in West Hollywood, California."/><figcaption>Apple CEO Tim Cook.<p class="copyright">Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic</p></figcaption></figure><p>Musk said Apple stopped spending ad money on Twitter in 2022, but Cook never publicly responded.</p><p>&#34;What&#39;s going on here @tim_cook?&#34; <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1597290422375587840">Musk tweeted in November 2022.</a></p><p>In the first quarter of 2022, Apple was the top advertiser on Twitter, accounting for 4% of the social media company&#39;s revenue, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/11/28/musk-apple-app-store-twitter/">The Washington Post.</a></p><p>Up until Musk&#39;s takeover, Twitter and Apple appeared to enjoy a symbiotic relationship. Apple frequently used the site for product announcements, and Apple even <a target="_blank" href="https://blog.twitter.com/en_us/a/2011/twitter-and-ios-5-sharing-made-simple">integrated tweets</a> in its iOS operating system in 2011.</p><p>In a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/18/opinion/twitter-yoel-roth-elon-musk.html">New York Times op-ed</a> in November 2022, Yoel Roth, Twitter&#39;s former head of trust and safety, said that &#34;the calls from the app review teams had already begun&#34; when Musk&#39;s rollout of paid verification badges led to chaos, with users impersonating public figures and major companies.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk didn&#39;t seem afraid of the consequences of beefing with Apple.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/638630bd8ac94b0019bacff1?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="2666" charset="" alt="Elon Musk"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Taylor Hill/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In the past, Musk has said he doesn&#39;t <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/av/35284091">see Apple as a threat</a> to Tesla.</p><p>Musk said in November 2022 that he&#39;d <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-twitter-make-his-own-phone-apple-app-store-2022-11">create his own smartphone</a> if Apple booted Twitter off the App Store.</p><p>&#34;I certainly hope it does not come to that, but, yes, if there is no other choice, I will <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1596268804413476864">make an alternative phone</a>,&#34; Musk posted on Twitter at the time.</p><p>Musk hinted that his next step could be an iPhone following Apple&#39;s WWDC event.&nbsp;</p><p>After a user on X, formerly Twitter, posted that they foresee the platform partnering with Samsung to manufacture an X phone, Musk <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://x.com/WR4NYGov/status/1800363471122665701">Musk responded</a>, &#34;It is not out of the question.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">Musk appeared to temporarily pause his criticism of Apple after visiting its headquarters in 2022.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66685bf7e07904901817aaa0?format=jpeg" height="1430" width="1906" charset="" alt="A view of Apple Park&#39;s main, circular &#39;spaceship&#39; building through trees"/><figcaption>The circular Apple Park headquarters building is visible from the roof of the visitor center.<p class="copyright">Paul Chinn/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Days after declaring &#34;war&#34; on Apple, Musk posted a video&nbsp;that appeared to show him at Apple&#39;s campus in Cupertino, California. New York Times reporter Kate Conger also posted on Twitter at the time that Musk and Cook were spotted together on Apple&#39;s campus by employees.</p><p>&#34;Thanks&nbsp;@tim_cook for taking me around Apple&#39;s beautiful HQ,&#34; Musk posted on Twitter later that day.</p><p>In an interview with GQ several months later in April 2023, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.gq.com/story/tim-cook-global-creativity-awards-cover-2023">Cook opened up</a> about his relationship with Musk and said he felt &#34;very strongly about engaging with people regardless of whether they agree with you or not.&#34;</p><p>&#34;I actually think it&#39;s even more important to engage when there&#39;s disagreement,&#34; Cook said in the interview.</p><p>Following his visit, Musk seemed to quiet down about his criticism of Apple and its CEO &mdash; at least temporarily.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk has never shied away from picking a fight online.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/638634d38ac94b0019bad142?format=jpeg" height="2046" width="2729" charset="" alt="Apple CEO Tim Cook."/><figcaption>Apple CEO Tim Cook.<p class="copyright">Eric Gaillard/Reuters</p></figcaption></figure><p>The billionaire has been known to start his fair share of feuds on X, and he&#39;s never appeared hesitant to speak his mind.</p><p>Musk has public feuds with both Mark Zuckerberg and Sam Altman. In March 2024,<strong> </strong>the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/history-of-elon-musk-and-sam-altman-relationship-feuds-2023-3">billionaire sued OpenAI</a>&nbsp;accusing it of betraying its original mission of being open-sourced and &#34;developing AGI for the benefit of humanity.&#34;</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-biggest-feuds-agrawal-zuckerberg-bezos-gates-argument-tesla-2022-11">Musk has also publicly argued</a> with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Stephen King on X. The billionaire also seems to have a tense relationship with <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-mad-over-don-lemon-interview-canceled-x-partnership-2024-3">former CNN host Don Lemon</a>.</p><p>Musk has also personally called up CEOs of companies that have pulled ads from X to complain, <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" class="" href="https://www.ft.com/content/126219c4-5ac0-4c8b-996c-307c24a4cd61">Financial Times reported</a> in November 2022.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk threatened to take action against Apple users after denouncing its partnership with OpenAI.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66309756ec0c696569fefabf?format=jpeg" height="4365" width="6544" charset="" alt="Elon Musk in a suit, his eyes looking low."/><figcaption>Elon Musk.<p class="copyright">Beata Zawrzel/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>After Apple announced a partnership with OpenAI at the WWDC conference, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-threatens-ban-iphones-at-companies-apple-openai-deal-2024-6">Musk published a number</a> of posts on X denouncing Apple&#39;s move to integrate ChatGPT as an opt-in feature across its software on iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia.</p><p>&#34;If Apple integrates OpenAI at the OS level, then Apple devices will be banned at my companies,&#34; Musk wrote. &#34;That is an unacceptable security violation.&#34;</p><p>He also added that anyone&nbsp;visiting his companies would have to store their Apple devices in a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chelsea-manning-devices-microwave-faraday-cage-2017-6">Faraday cage</a>, which is a type of container that blocks electromagnetic transmissions.</p><p>Musk, whose <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-grok-nsfw-ai-spicy-content-potential-revenue-risk-2025-8">Grok AI chatbot</a> is a ChatGPT competitor, also mocked Apple&#39;s artificial-intelligence chops, posting that it wasn&#39;t &#34;smart enough to make their own AI.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">Musk criticized Apple during and after the recent WWDC event.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/638879d2d346c1001894ab0e?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1440" charset="" alt="Elon Musk, Tim Cook"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">JIM WATSON/AFP/Kevin Mazur/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In addition to multiple posts slamming Apple&#39;s partnership with OpenAI, Musk also made it clear he wasn&#39;t impressed with Apple&#39;s recent updates.</p><p>During the WWDC event in June 2024, Musk <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1800216814838030339">replied to a post</a> on X about the crowd cheering when Apple introduced an iPhone home screen revamp with, &#34;Um ok.&#34;</p><p>He also responded to a post from Cook that promoted Apple Intelligence.</p><p>&#34;Don&#39;t want it,&#34; the Tesla CEO wrote.&#34;Either stop this creepy spyware or all Apple devices will be banned from the premises of my companies.&#34;</p><p>Apple has yet to comment on Musk&#39;s criticisms.</p><p>In the meantime, it appears that Musk&#39;s one-sided beef with the company will continue.</p><p>Apple&#39;s Apple Intelligence features are scheduled to roll out later this year alongside the new iPhone lineup. Tesla, SpaceX, and X employees will likely be waiting to see whether their boss makes good on his word and bans Apple devices.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk complained about Apple not including Grok on the &#34;Now Trending&#34; list on the App Store.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/689aa0daa17a8c5b4052ae06?format=jpeg" height="3105" width="4658" charset="" alt="Elon Musk looks toward his right in the Oval Office at the White House."/><figcaption>&#34;Unfortunately, what choice do we have? Apple didn&#39;t just put their thumb on the scale, they put their whole body!&#34; Elon Musk wrote on X on Monday.<p class="copyright">Chip Somodevilla via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Musk began ramping up criticism of the App Store in mid-August.</p><p>On August 11, Musk posted on X that Apple had <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1955073616996975095">committed</a> an &#34;unequivocal antitrust violation,&#34; alleging that the tech giant was making it &#34;impossible&#34; for any AI company other than OpenAI to hit No. 1 on the App Store. He threatened that his company would take legal action at the time.</p><p>A day later, he <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1955197567253483672">posted</a> a similar complaint, with a screenshot of ChatGPT ranked as No. 1 in the Apple App Store.</p><p>&#34;Grok is the smartest AI in the world on the toughest tests and just came first by far in coding, but is not mentioned at all under &#39;AI&#39; by Apple,&#34; Musk posted on X on August 12.</p></div><div class="slide">Musk&#39;s companies sued Apple and OpenAI.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66427a099686a6f37bff7f17?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1440" charset="" alt="A composite image of Sam Altman and Tim Cook."/><figcaption>OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has the voice assistant Apple CEO Tim Cook wishes he had.<p class="copyright">Anadolu / Doug Peters - PA Images / Getty</p></figcaption></figure><p>Musk&#39;s social media company X and his AI company, xAI, filed a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-xai-lawsuit-apple-openai-app-store-grok-2025-8">lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI</a> on Monday in a Texas federal court.</p><p>The suit accuses the companies of engaging in monopolistic behavior by using their dominance in the smartphone and AI market to hinder Musk&#39;s companies&#39; growth. The lawsuit targets <a target="_self" rel="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-holds-power-openai-deal-chatgpt-iphones-tim-cook-2024-6"><u>Apple&#39;s deal with OpenAI</u></a> announced last summer, which integrates ChatGPT into Apple Intelligence and Siri.</p><p>&#34;Working in tandem, Defendants Apple and OpenAI have locked up markets to maintain their monopolies and prevent innovators like X and xAI from competing,&#34; the lawsuit said, alleging that the two engaged in an &#34;anticompetitive scheme&#34; that caused billions of dollars in damage.</p><p>In a statement to Business Insider, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-sam-altman-feuding-chatgpt-grok-rivalry-apple-2025-8">OpenAI said the latest filing</a> was &#34;consistent with Mr Musk&#39;s ongoing pattern of harassment.&#34;<strong> </strong>Musk has been vocal about his disapproval for OpenAI and has sued the startup more than once.</p><p>Apple previously told Business Insider that the App Store is &#34;designed to be fair and free of bias.&#34;</p><p>&#34;We feature thousands of apps through charts, algorithmic recommendations, and curated lists selected by experts using objective criteria,&#34; the spokesperson said.</p></div></div><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-twitter-war-with-apple-history-of-criticism-2022-11">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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671.      <title>&#39;KPop Demon Hunters&#39; has become Netflix&#39;s &#39;Frozen&#39; &amp;mdash;&amp;nbsp;and its biggest movie of all time</title>
672.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/kpop-demon-hunters-netflix-disney-franchise-frozen-star-wars-animation-2025-8</link>
673.      <description>&#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; is Netflix&#39;s biggest movie ever through three months &amp;mdash; and it may be Netflix&#39;s answer to Disney&#39;s &#34;Frozen&#34; or &#34;Star Wars.&#34;</description>
674.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a88d5aa17a8c5b40535087?format=jpeg" height="804" width="1920" charset="" alt="KPop Demon Hunters"/><figcaption>Netflix&#39;s &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; has exceeded expectations this summer.<p class="copyright">Netflix</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>&#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; is officially Netflix&#39;s biggest movie ever.</li><li>The record-shattering K-pop film just took down Dwayne Johnson&#39;s &#34;Red Notice.&#34;</li><li>Industry insiders and a Netflix staffer think its days as a cash cow may be just beginning.</li></ul><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-kpop-demon-hunters-disney-family-animation-movie-music-hollywood-2025-7">&#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34;</a> just made history, and it could make Netflix money for a long time to come.</p><p>The K-pop-infused movie is off to a better start than any other film <a target="_blank" href="https://www.netflix.com/tudum/top10/most-popular">in Netflix&#39;s history</a>, the company said Tuesday. &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; has generated 236 million views since its debut, more than any other Netflix movie in its first 91 days &mdash; and it achieved that feat in 65 days.</p><p>Netflix&#39;s animated smash-hit has shown remarkable staying power on the streamer&#39;s global charts, thanks to social media buzz and a viral soundtrack that&#39;s second on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.billboard.com/charts/billboard-200/">Billboard&#39;s</a> Global 200 rankings. Its songs were so popular that Netflix <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-kpop-demon-hunters-movie-theaters-animation-disney-pixar-elio-2025-8">brought a sing-along version</a> to big screens last weekend, where it topped the box office with an $18 million haul in the US and Canada.</p><div id="1756235141713" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><iframe title="kpop demon hunters" aria-label="Column Chart" id="datawrapper-chart-RfpxQ" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/RfpxQ/4/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="475" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
675. </script></div><p>Netflix has already struck gold with &#34;KPop Demon Hunters,&#34; but it may have found a gold mine.</p><p>If the streaming giant can leverage &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; to build its own global franchise, Hollywood powerhouses like <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-college-program-interview-careers-tips-advice-disney-world-job-2025-8">Disney</a> should take notice.</p><p>&#34;Netflix has always wanted to beat Disney &mdash; now it has the chance to try and prove it can match the Mouse House&#39;s franchise development,&#34; said Brandon Katz, the insights and content strategy director at entertainment data provider Greenlight Analytics.</p><h2 id="37ecfe17-777e-43d8-a762-b1b4c551d7b3" data-toc-id="37ecfe17-777e-43d8-a762-b1b4c551d7b3"><strong>Turning a hit into a franchise</strong></h2><p>Unlike Disney, Netflix doesn&#39;t have nearly a century of celebrated IP to lean on. Instead of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/lilo-and-stitch-disney-live-action-remake-moana-incredibles-tangled-2025-5">using nostalgia</a> in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/disney-movies-sequels-reboots-creativity-originals-bob-iger-shareholder-meeting-2025-3">reboots and live-action remakes</a>, it has to build its franchises from the ground up.</p><p>While Netflix has not created many movies or shows that will inspire generations of fandom, &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; could be a notable exception.</p><p>&#34;&#39;KPop Demon Hunters&#39; is Netflix&#39;s &#39;Frozen&#39; &mdash; I see a lot of parallels,&#34; a Netflix employee who&#39;d previously spent close to a decade at Disney told Business Insider.</p><p>Movie analyst Paul Dergarabedian of Comscore chose a different Disney property as a parallel: &#34;Maybe for young people today, this is like their equivalent of Star Wars.&#34;</p><p>Media companies from Netflix to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paramount-ufc-rights-tko-deal-david-ellison-netflix-streaming-wars-2025-8">Paramount</a> are looking for their next signature franchise that leads to sequels and sparks merchandise sales or theme park visits, Dergarabedian said. A sleeper hit like &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; is what film execs pray for.</p><p>&#34;The entertainment industry loves nothing more than a surprise breakout hit,&#34; Dergarabedian said.</p><p>Netflix&#39;s first big challenge &mdash; creating a certified blockbuster &mdash; is complete, but its work is far from over.</p><p>Turning a hit movie like &#34;KPop Demon Hunters&#34; into a full-blown franchise &#34;requires carefully calculated quality IP cultivation,&#34; Katz said. That means giving fans much of what they want, from sing-along events in theaters to sequels to merchandise, without overloading them.</p><p>Disney learned this the hard way with Marvel. It followed several billion-dollar blockbusters with a deluge of Marvel shows on Disney+, and the ensuing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/thunderbolts-a24-trailer-marvel-superhero-fatigue-marketing-new-audience-cinephiles-2025-5">superhero fatigue</a> has proven difficult to shake.</p><p>&#34;Quantity trumped quality,&#34; Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige <a target="_blank" href="https://variety.com/2025/film/news/marvel-kevin-feige-robert-downey-jr-miles-morales-1236465488/">told</a> Variety in June regarding Marvel&#39;s old more-is-more approach.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kpop-demon-hunters-netflix-disney-franchise-frozen-star-wars-animation-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
676.      <author>jfaris@businessinsider.com (James Faris)</author>
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678.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
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692.      <title>Worried about Trump&#39;s attacks on the Fed? Watch these 3 market signals.</title>
693.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-firing-lisa-cook-fed-independence-dollar-treasury-stocks-2025-8</link>
694.      <description>The market doesn&#39;t hide its feelings about Trump decisions. Investors take drastic action when they feel like they need to.</description>
695.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/679cf919196626c40985f6f7?format=jpeg" height="1031" width="2062" charset="" alt="trump jerome powell"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Carlos Barria/Reuters</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>President Trump has once again escalated his battle against the Federal Reserve.</li><li>He wants to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, but she&#39;s pushing back.</li><li>Wondering how concerned to be about yet another Fed conflict? The three indicators outlined below will help.</li></ul><p>You&#39;re trying to watch <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/kpop-demon-hunters-netflix-disney-franchise-frozen-star-wars-animation-2025-8">KPop Demon Hunters</a> on Netflix for the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-kpop-demon-hunters-disney-family-animation-movie-music-hollywood-2025-7">10th time</a> and relax before bed. Then you get the push notification:</p><p>&#34;Trump says he&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-says-removed-key-fed-official-governor-lisa-cook-2025-8">firing a Fed governor</a>.&#34;</p><p>This is tough news to process so late in the evening. You want to finish the movie, but now you&#39;re worried about your money.</p><p>Is this going to tick off foreign investors and cause them to dump the US assets you have in your portfolio? That&#39;s what happened back in April, after Trump called for Fed Chair Jerome Powell&#39;s firing. The <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/stock-market-today-selloff-sell-america-trump-fed-independence-bonds-2025-4">Dow dropped 972 points</a> in a single day.</p><p>Could it also spur a fresh bout of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/inflation-tariffs-cpi-us-economy-outlook-price-increases-2025-8">inflation</a>? That&#39;s long been a concern of Fed-watchers who have warned against easing the economy too quickly.</p><p>Either way, you&#39;re going to have a hard time sleeping tonight.</p><p>But it doesn&#39;t have to be this way. What if you had a handy checklist of market signals to watch, to decide just how worried to be?</p><p>Look no further:</p><h2 id="e6b38c0f-e1d0-497a-8aa8-7c1f844b74c4" data-toc-id="e6b38c0f-e1d0-497a-8aa8-7c1f844b74c4">(1) The US dollar</h2><p>The granddaddy of the currency world. The means through which so much global business activity occurs. A source of national pride and joy.</p><p>And also a good barometer for how foreign investors are feeling about the US. It&#39;s pretty simple: if they don&#39;t like where things are going, they&#39;ll reduce exposure.</p><p>This is exactly what happened on Tuesday, amid the Lisa Cook furor, with the dollar index dropping as much as 0.3%. The same thing happened back during Powell-gate on April 21, when the greenback fell 1%.</p><div id="1756218350257" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/zxL8a/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><div style="min-height:442px" id="datawrapper-vis-zxL8a"><script type="text/javascript" defer="" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/zxL8a/embed.js" charset="utf-8" data-target="#datawrapper-vis-zxL8a"></script><noscript><img src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/zxL8a/full.png" alt="Line chart" /></noscript></div></div><h2 id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca" data-toc-id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">(2) The 30-year Treasury yield</h2><p id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">While the dollar is a good sentiment gauge, this is more of a reading of inflation expectations.</p><p id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">If investors are starting to get leery of the US&#39;s long-term prospects, they might start shedding long-dated government debt. That, in turn, pushes yields higher.</p><p id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">Further, if inflation does materialize, the Fed&#39;s best weapon for fighting it is rate hikes. Yields also rise in expectation of that.</p><p id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">That&#39;s exactly what happened on Tuesday, with the 30-year yield rising as many as five basis points. Back on the fateful day of April 21, it spiked double that amount.</p><p id="e8116876-8ece-4132-94fa-ad252f11f2ca">So watch the 30-year. The more it sharply increases, the more worried to be.</p><div id="1756218350257" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/jYTqm/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><div style="min-height:442px" id="datawrapper-vis-jYTqm"><script type="text/javascript" defer="" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/jYTqm/embed.js" charset="utf-8" data-target="#datawrapper-vis-jYTqm"></script><noscript><img src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/jYTqm/full.png" alt="Line chart" /></noscript></div></div><h2 id="ad2fa0e3-dc37-4526-a615-0e4e1c9999ac" data-toc-id="ad2fa0e3-dc37-4526-a615-0e4e1c9999ac">(3) Stocks</h2><p>This is perhaps the most obvious signal. Nothing expresses investor dissatisfaction more than a good, old-fashioned stock sell-off.</p><p>If investors don&#39;t like what Trump is doing, they let the equity market do their talking for them. And because it&#39;s the most high-profile asset, it captures all the headlines.</p><p>As mentioned above, stock traders have rebelled occasionally in response to anti-Powell headlines. Interestingly enough, this wasn&#39;t the case on Tuesday, with the S&amp;P 500 actually inching higher after a negative open. Out of the three indicators, this is the strongest that the market isn&#39;t particularly worried about the Lisa Cook situation.</p><p>Tuesday&#39;s trading session has had none of the selling vitriol of past Trump-Fed conflicts, suggesting that investors either think the firing won&#39;t go through, or that the impact on Fed independence will be minimal if it does.</p><p>Going forward, it&#39;s most useful to view these three signals in tandem. Just watch out if they&#39;re all flashing at the same time.</p><div id="1756218350257" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nZEQg/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><div style="min-height:442px" id="datawrapper-vis-nZEQg"><script type="text/javascript" defer="" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nZEQg/embed.js" charset="utf-8" data-target="#datawrapper-vis-nZEQg"></script><noscript><img src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/nZEQg/full.png" alt="Line chart" /></noscript></div></div><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-firing-lisa-cook-fed-independence-dollar-treasury-stocks-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
696.      <author>jciolli@businessinsider.com (Joe Ciolli)</author>
697.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-firing-lisa-cook-fed-independence-dollar-treasury-stocks-2025-8</guid>
698.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
699.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/markets">Markets</category>
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701.      <category>trump-world-big-bet</category>
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717.      <title>Apple is gearing up for an &#39;awe-dropping&#39; event</title>
718.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-fall-event-scheduled-iphone-2025-8</link>
719.      <description>Apple is gearing up for its September 9 event, and analysts are speculating about the iPhone 17&#39;s new form factor and design.</description>
720.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adedf5194a2d49b8af33a0?format=jpeg" height="1660" width="2657" charset="" alt="Glowing Apple logo"/><figcaption>Apple&#39;s fall event has an official date.<p class="copyright">Apple</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-events" data-autoaffiliated="false">Apple&#39;s fall event</a> is set for September 9, 2025, CEO Tim Cook said on Tuesday.</li><li>Many have speculated that the coming iPhone 17 may feature a new twist on the current form factor.</li><li>Tim Cook teased an &#34;awe-dropping&#34; event in an X post.</li></ul><p>Apple&#39;s expected fall event is officially on the schedule.</p><p>The tech industry has come to <span>Apple&#39;s&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apples-iphone-16-heres-what-we-know-ai-battery-i2024-7"><span>September event</span></a>, where it announces its latest iPhone and sets the stage for the coming year.</p><p>CEO Tim Cook announced in a post on X on Tuesday that this year&#39;s event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9.</p><p>&#34;Get ready for an awe dropping #AppleEvent on Tuesday, September 9,&#34; he wrote.</p><div id="1756228576076" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Get ready for an awe dropping <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> on Tuesday, September 9! <a href="https://t.co/uAcYp2RLMM">pic.twitter.com/uAcYp2RLMM</a></p>&mdash; Tim Cook (@tim_cook) <a href="https://twitter.com/tim_cook/status/1960374776372887890?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><p>Many expect Apple to unveil the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-iphone-17-possible-photo-in-wild-reminder-cameras-everywhere-2025-8">iPhone 17</a> during the event, and some predict it&#39;ll look different from previous models. Morningstar analyst William Kerwin told Business Insider earlier this month that the firm expects a<strong> </strong>fresh<strong> </strong>design approach based on rumors that a &#34;slim&#34; or &#34;air&#34; version of the iPhone may be coming.<strong> </strong>Bloomberg <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-08-24/apple-to-launch-iphone-17-pro-iphone-17-air-in-september-iphone-fold-next-year-mepmzpcj">reported</a> Sunday that Apple is working on a three-year plan to reinvent the iPhone, which starts with a skinny &#34;iPhone Air.&#34;</p><p>However, Kerwin isn&#39;t so sure a slimmed-down iPhone would be enough to <span>meaningfully move the needle on iPhone sales. </span></p><p>Sales have been relatively strong; the company reported better-than-expected iPhone sales in the third quarter of fiscal 2025, which were up 13% year over year, at $45 billion.</p><p>Still, last year&#39;s September showcase, dubbed the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-new-iphone-ai-capabilities-expected-at-glowtime-event-2024-9">&#34;Glowtime&#34; event,</a> announced the iPhone 16 lineup, which was heavily marketed alongside Apple&#39;s AI program, Apple Intelligence. Nearly one year after its launch, the technology has been riddled with delays and questions from Wall Street about its progress.</p><p>As Cook and Co. tee up their big fall event, Forrester analyst Dipanjan Chatterjee told BI that &#34;incremental changes&#34; should take priority over major changes to the form factor if Apple wants to keep loyal customers happy.</p><p>&#34;There&#39;s still no game-changing redesign or new format that would mark a step change in the device&#39;s trajectory or spur an upgrade supercycle,&#34; Chatterjee told BI earlier this month.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-fall-event-scheduled-iphone-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
721.      <author>jhart@insider.com (Jordan Hart)</author>
722.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-fall-event-scheduled-iphone-2025-8</guid>
723.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:59:09 +0000</pubDate>
724.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech">Tech</category>
725.      <category>apple-event</category>
726.      <category>apple</category>
727.      <category>iphones</category>
728.      <category>tim-cook</category>
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732.      <title>Best Purple mattress coupon and promo codes we&#39;ve tested in August 2025</title>
733.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes</link>
734.      <description>These Purple mattress coupons and promo codes will help you save an extra 20% on your next mattress purchase.</description>
735.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67ebf76c63d72727e198cf15?format=jpeg" height="600" width="1200" charset="" alt="Three Purple mattresses are displayed on a purple background"/><figcaption>The best Purple mattress coupons can save you 20% on a new mattress.<p class="copyright">Purple/Business Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>If you appreciate the cooling comfort of a gel mattress, you can&#39;t go wrong with a bed from Purple. The brand&#39;s signature GelFlex grid technology offers top-notch pressure relief, though it can come with a high price tag. That&#39;s why you&#39;ll want to know where to find the best Purple mattress coupons before you head to checkout.</p><p>Our sleep experts on the Reviews team have tested dozens of mattresses, including seven of Purple&#39;s beds, and we&#39;ve been impressed. The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=c6e707c506d181439ecb9f283c8adf911f56440ca259a81d18472bf09223af54&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses%2Frestore-plus" data-autoaffiliated="true">Purple Restore Plus Hybrid</a> is our favorite, as it&#39;s suitable for many sleep types, breathable for hot sleepers, and has great motion isolation &mdash; all qualities that help make up the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/best-mattress">best mattresses</a>. We also recently <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/purpleflex-mattress-review">reviewed</a> the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=9678409e27051ca04c9ed6a236a799ca0f4fbfac2fcae7ffc1e4d819e791da9f&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses%2Fpurple-flex" data-autoaffiliated="true">PurpleFlex mattress</a>, which is a great budget option.</p><p>Check out our full <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/home/purple-mattress-review">Purple mattress review</a> to see all the Purple beds we&#39;ve reviewed in one place.</p><p>Purple&#39;s current Labor Day Sale features mattress discounts of up to $800 off, but you shouldn&#39;t sleep on adding a coupon to your order. Some codes can even stack with other offers to help you save up to an extra 20%, which is why we&#39;ve rounded them up right here.</p><p>In addition to checking out the sleep retailer&#39;s <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc16b29392e3e649091858bbc647a97055547ac375f8514a6e9e6e1418ac9496&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fpresidents-day-mattress-sale" data-autoaffiliated="true">ongoing sales</a>, try the best Purple mattress promo and discount codes we&#39;ve tested below. To save on tech, furniture, and more, see our full guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a> happening now.</p><hr/><h2 id="bd48daef-fa66-40a7-834d-2cf1dbfb4fae" data-toc-id="bd48daef-fa66-40a7-834d-2cf1dbfb4fae" data-toc-label="Today&#39;s best discount codes">Today&#39;s best Purple mattress discount codes</h2>
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737.        <ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=9678409e27051ca04c9ed6a236a799ca0f4fbfac2fcae7ffc1e4d819e791da9f&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses%2Fpurple-flex" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% on the PurpleFlex mattress with promo code:</a><strong> FLEX20</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on any $1,500+ order with promo code:</a> <strong>LEVIN</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on any $1,500+ order with promo code:</a> <strong>SLEEPY</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $50 on your order with promo code:</a> <strong>WLCM50A-IHKIRM</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=6aaf631dda2ceafb8f1ef97148022a25869b37b14d54c1c2fc2c14089627328e&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on a mattress with promo code:</a> <strong>BACHELOR</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on your order with promo code:</a><strong> LADY</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on any $1,500+ order with promo code:</a> <strong>GB</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Score free shipping and save $150 on any $1,500+ order with promo code:</a> <strong>MGG</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $150 on any $1,500+ order with promo code:</a> <strong>DUNCAN</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=8008997ff9ba4c8f1bfb931d3d48f65afc04ff9094a4161b6419ad8e574f26c7&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fcart" data-autoaffiliated="true">Back to your cart</a></li></ul>
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739.    <h2 id="fd22a7a2-2cd2-43f7-8296-a6f2edd985b1" data-toc-id="fd22a7a2-2cd2-43f7-8296-a6f2edd985b1" data-toc-label="Previous Purple mattress coupons">Previous Purple mattress coupons</h2>
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741.        <p>These codes are for previous Purple promotions that have since expired but may be reactivated in the future.</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save an extra 20% sitewide with promo code:</a> <strong>WLCM20</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save an extra 10% sitewide with promo code:</a> <strong>PRPL10</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=bc1b950744e9097d23cc25e322d3658c784158cd1b17fbe5d3db108b983da302&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% on your order with promo code:</a> <strong>PCFYFLEX20</strong></li></ul>
742.      </aside>
743.    <h2 id="bd9a6524-18a7-4e9f-b8ee-ba13bd2f0044" data-toc-id="bd9a6524-18a7-4e9f-b8ee-ba13bd2f0044" data-toc-label="Purple sales and deals">Are there any other Purple sales running at the moment?</h2><p id="bd9a6524-18a7-4e9f-b8ee-ba13bd2f0044">As of the time of writing, Purple is running its Labor Day Sale, which includes the following promotions.</p>
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745.        <ul><li>Shop all <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=db483209e4d794e4ef63a4badc128475b8801d59c34f11cfeedc99a9a4e3c1dc&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">current sales at Purple</a></li><li>Save up to $800 on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=db483209e4d794e4ef63a4badc128475b8801d59c34f11cfeedc99a9a4e3c1dc&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fsale" data-autoaffiliated="true">a mattress and base</a></li><li>Save up to 20% <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=97538262c986ef74f59fa081794fc4f1912506202fd7b9ae42e8c269fdf73e53&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fpillows" data-autoaffiliated="true">select pillows</a></li><li>Save up to 25% on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=ad94b52b0f6abe1d93ad82417864f4f4040d6c40288bb10a0efb60f355212ec2&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fbundles" data-autoaffiliated="true">select bedding bundles</a></li><li>Save up to 30% on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=0f311fa50c8687ea455a376dd202d85b321a3697f675fac4f32be833bb2f56b2&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fbedding" data-autoaffiliated="true">bedding</a></li></ul><p>All sale prices and promotions are automatically applied at checkout.</p>
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747.    <h2 id="720fb7ca-23cd-41eb-9e65-07b2120d4f28" data-toc-id="720fb7ca-23cd-41eb-9e65-07b2120d4f28" data-toc-label="Use Purple mattress coupon codes on these items">Use Purple mattress coupon codes on these items</h2><p id="720fb7ca-23cd-41eb-9e65-07b2120d4f28" data-toc-label="Use Purple mattress coupon codes on these items">You can use Purple mattress promo codes to save on the mattresses our sleep experts have approved. The queen-sized <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=1796c2799a6380b558b1e6cd52f8880358e33843b321f887c2896e7ace0dc048&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses%2Frestore-plus%3F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Purple Restore Plus Hybrid</a>, our favorite Purple mattress we&#39;ve tested, is already on sale for $2,899 instead of the original $3,299. But when you apply the code <strong>LEVIN</strong>, you can reduce the price an extra $150 to just $2,749, helping you save $550 in total. Or, try applying the code <strong>FLEX20</strong> to our budget pick, the queen-sized <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=9678409e27051ca04c9ed6a236a799ca0f4fbfac2fcae7ffc1e4d819e791da9f&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmattresses%2Fpurple-flex" data-autoaffiliated="true">PurpleFlex Mattress</a>, which currently costs $1,299, to lower the price to just $1,039.20.</p><ul><li><em>Follow our </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em>Instagram</em></a><em> page and </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em>WhatsApp</em></a><em> channel for more deals and buying guides.</em></li></ul><hr/><h2 id="12556dae-db6f-445c-81e0-46319e32cb51" data-toc-id="12556dae-db6f-445c-81e0-46319e32cb51" data-toc-label="How to use Purple coupons">How to use Purple mattress coupons</h2><p>Start by adding coupon-eligible items to your cart. Once you&#39;re on the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=8008997ff9ba4c8f1bfb931d3d48f65afc04ff9094a4161b6419ad8e574f26c7&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fcart" data-autoaffiliated="true">&#34;Cart&#34; page</a>, you can apply a coupon by clicking the &#34;Add&#34; button next to &#34;Promo code,&#34; pasting a discount code into the text box, and clicking &#34;Apply.&#34; From there, head to checkout to enter your shipping and billing information.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67d98ccf585f1dff88b2729d?format=jpeg" height="662" width="882" charset="" alt="Screenshot of the Purple cart page, which allows you to enter a promo code."/><figcaption>A promo code field will appear when you click &#34;Add&#34; next to &#34;Promo Code&#34; on the cart page before continuing to checkout.<p class="copyright">Purple</p></figcaption></figure><h2 id="d21ba157-2b4b-4310-ba28-abad478e6dd9" data-toc-id="d21ba157-2b4b-4310-ba28-abad478e6dd9" data-toc-label="Can you stack promo codes?">Can you stack Purple mattress promo codes?</h2><p>Purple does not allow discount codes to be stacked together. Only one code may be applied per purchase.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66aa73bfaab37011780c1700?format=jpeg" height="917" width="1223" charset="" alt="The Purple RestorePlus Hybrid mattress is displayed in a bedroom."/><figcaption>Purple&#39;s RestorePlus Hybrid Mattress features a GelFlex grid and moisture-wicking cover.<p class="copyright">Purple</p></figcaption></figure><h2 id="800297c3-0033-46c3-a127-88e6935ce559" data-toc-id="800297c3-0033-46c3-a127-88e6935ce559" data-toc-label="FAQs">Purple mattress coupon frequently asked questions</h2><h3 class="faq-question">Does Purple offer discounts for students, teachers, and the military?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Purple offers students and teachers a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=6e6bc0882e572960f2886e0295d25898e89ba7abb90b5dc10491719af24880cf&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Feducation-discount" data-autoaffiliated="true">10% discount</a> on one order. Military members also receive a one-time <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=23a9cff34a0985aabcc0e478951dad10f0d00ca2f6d538f1f4603fcd8c653224&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fmilitary-discount" data-autoaffiliated="true">10% discount</a>. 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Learn more about returns and exchanges on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=af0dbe348353f9f328dffde88c72f12f2fb6b0fe162a0af5c87d5a723f7d0a2f&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Freturns" data-autoaffiliated="true">Purple&#39;s website</a>.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Do Purple mattresses have a warranty?</h3><p class="faq-answer">All Purple mattresses automatically come with a 10-year limited warranty covering defects. Learn more about what the warranty covers and how to submit a claim on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-74711-20&amp;h=9027f1fc62e6ea2fd11075158b07b5ac8cf0c21839f0caef0b79bdbe5600e273&amp;postID=67b4eb095794bed73861e406&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-purple-mattress-coupon-promo-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fpurple.com%2Fwarranty" data-autoaffiliated="true">Purple&#39;s website</a>.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Does Purple offer free shipping?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Purple offers free shipping on all orders within the continental United States. Standard shipping typically takes five to 10 business days. Learn more about Purple&#39;s shipping options on <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://support.purple.com/hc/en-us/articles/4409313433613-Purple-Shipping-Options">their website</a>.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Can Purple mattress coupon codes be used in-store?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Certain Purple coupons can be used online and in-store as long as you present the code to the cashier when you check out. Some coupons may only be eligible for use online, so it&#39;s important to check the terms and conditions for the specific code you want to use.</p><hr/><p><em>Looking for more mattresses? Read our guides to the best </em><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-queen-mattress-sales-deals"><em>queen mattress deals</em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-twin-mattress-deals-sales"><em>twin mattress deals</em></a><em>. 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764.      <title>The best silicone air fryer liners</title>
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767.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6400ed82934c2c00180264cc?format=jpeg" height="1000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Three airfryer liners in a row with a yellow background."/><figcaption>Air fryers are much easier to clean when you use a dishwasher-safe silicone air fryer liner.<p class="copyright">SmarTake Air Fryer Silicone Pot/Amazon, Wavelu Air Fryer Silicone Pot/Amazon, Simple Lyfe Air Fryer Silicone Pot/Amazon, Tyler Le/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>There&#39;s no getting around it: air fryer baskets are a pain to clean. They hog dishwasher space, and frequent machine washing can damage the nonstick coating. That&#39;s where silicone air fryer liners come in, making cleanup simple while delivering perfectly crispy results.</p><p>I&#39;ve tested over 60 air fryers. My top pick for the best silicone air fryer liner is the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=aff6461a55b90dd21271df0ba15b4a4f82a4a4446bd4e7fee158ab8c83a3b59b&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWaveLu-Air-Fryer-Silicone-Pot%2Fdp%2FB0828BV8BP" data-autoaffiliated="true">Wavelu Air Fryer Silicone Pot</a>; it has convenient large handles, a dishwasher-safe design, and enhances your air fryer&#39;s cooking performance. The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=8932ebef2ea13dcda7ccdadb9ba39dcba430937e32181c1b6ac2ffd748f5d026&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB095NHYC3Z" data-autoaffiliated="true">Lotteli Kitchen Reusable Silicone Air Fryer Liners</a> are another solid choice. Their perforated design lets excess oil drain away for healthier cooking, though you may need to lightly clean the crisper plate and basket.</p><p>If you want to upgrade your air fryer, check out our guides to the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-air-fryer">best air fryer</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-small-air-fryer">best small air fryer</a>.</p><h2 id="1d953468-7e1e-468e-a89f-25de26d83805" data-toc-id="1d953468-7e1e-468e-a89f-25de26d83805" data-toc-label="Our top picks for the best silicone air fryer liners"><strong>Our top picks for the best silicone air fryer liners</strong></h2><p><strong>Best overall: </strong>Wavelu Air Fryer Silicone Pot &mdash; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=df1476ac5a40382e31f6d4c6abd75749f70f2ae5a6f55d4535842e351d61cea4&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWaveLu-Air-Fryer-Silicone-Pot%2Fdp%2FB0828BV8BP%3Fth%3D1" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best perforated: </strong>Lotteli Kitchen Reusable Silicone Air Fryer Liners &mdash; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=04d82bdc0193e0cfdb59a4eeef1c4e544474f21e110df2fc8146a357dbf7db56&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FReusable-Accessories-Accessory-Parchment-Replacement%2Fdp%2FB095NHYC3Z" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best flat:</strong> Infraovens Air Fryer Liners &mdash; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=8c491a29f870a0512157832801ad15b62fb399d69eb0a0ddc94fc100e75fbffe&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB09SXBVFQW" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><p><strong>Best baking cups: </strong>OXO Good Grips Silicone Baking Cups &mdash; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=biauto-57130-20&amp;h=50d69edf8313ddc3f025360837136405a68e069f3a645dd407a21bf8b39301a9&amp;postID=63f8ce655178b066e80ca6a8&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fkitchen%2Fbest-silicone-air-fryer-liners&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FOXO-Grips-Reusable-Silicone-Baking%2Fdp%2FB071WNGJZL" data-autoaffiliated="true">See at Amazon</a></p><hr/><h2 id="9adeed53-d663-47a7-8be8-740e74e4e50e" data-toc-id="9adeed53-d663-47a7-8be8-740e74e4e50e" data-toc-label="Best overall">Best overall</h2><p>The best air fryer liners should make cleaning your air fryer easier. Yet, many liners have holes that allow oils and fats to drip through, leaving a mess. The $20 Wavelu Air Fryer Silicone Pot is made from a solid piece of silicone without holes, so you won&#39;t have this problem.</p><p>Initially, I was concerned that the lack of holes would cause food to hold onto its fat and hinder even cooking. However, the Wavelu features a silicone grill and slopes to the peripheries of the pot so oils drain to the sides. In my tests, food cooked just as evenly and quickly with this BPA-free silicone pot as without.</p><p>The Wavelu comes in two sizes: large for air fryers between 3 and 5 quarts and extra large for units over 5.3 quarts. Lastly, I liked that the handles stick up enough to grab them easily without oven mitts.</p><hr/><h2 id="2c32c236-83f6-4cd8-ad98-642ba053f959" data-toc-id="2c32c236-83f6-4cd8-ad98-642ba053f959" data-toc-label="Best perforated">Best perforated</h2><p>I spoke with Samantha Erb, the air fryer expert behind <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.everydayfamilycooking.com/">Everyday Family Cooking</a>, who recommended the Lotteli Kitchen Reusable Silicone Air Fryer Liners. They come in an $11 three-pack and are flat, perforated pieces of BPA-free silicone that allow for oil drainage and airflow for even heating. They come in four sizes to fit an array of air fryers, including round, square, and rectangular baskets.&nbsp;</p><p>One disadvantage of flat, perforated air fryer liners is that oils pass through the liner and collect in the basket, requiring cleaning. Consequently, the main benefit is that debris won&#39;t stick to the crisper plate, which can be even harder to clean with its narrow openings.</p><hr/><h2 id="962c6634-bb4e-46e6-804b-067be682f8de" data-toc-id="962c6634-bb4e-46e6-804b-067be682f8de" data-toc-label="Best flat">Best flat</h2><p>The Infraovens Air Fryer Liners set has three mats: a flat black grilling mat, a black mesh mat, and a red mat with raised cylinders. The red is the best silicone air fryer liner because it has a low-profile lip that keeps grease from escaping and making a mess while allowing air to flow around the food.</p><p>The low-profile design makes it hard to remove the liner when it&#39;s hot, so your best bet is to simply remove the food. The set is available in four sizes, ranging from 7.5 inches to 10 inches square, and priced from $12 to $15.&nbsp;</p><hr/><h2 id="6b5e1de5-5b0f-4b7a-842b-06e5a657e8fe" data-toc-id="6b5e1de5-5b0f-4b7a-842b-06e5a657e8fe" data-toc-label="Best baking cups">Best baking cups</h2><p>Silicone baking cups are useful in any kitchen, even if you don&#39;t have an air fryer. I like the OXO Good Grips Silicone Baking Cups because they have little tabs on the sides, making them easier to remove from an air fryer without burning myself or disturbing the contents. Plus, at $12 for a dozen, they&#39;re quite affordable.</p><p>I like to use the OXO baking cups to make egg bites for breakfast. If you do this, don&#39;t fill the cup more than halfway since the contents will expand as they heat. If ingredients might overflow the cups, you may want to put a separate liner underneath. I liked how easily the cups released the egg bites, and the clean-up was a snap.</p><hr/><h2 id="2da0b592-f9a5-4e60-8c13-f48d0df30852" data-toc-id="2da0b592-f9a5-4e60-8c13-f48d0df30852" data-toc-label="Types of silicone liners">Types of silicone air fryer liners</h2><p id="2da0b592-f9a5-4e60-8c13-f48d0df30852" data-toc-label="What to look for"><strong>Perforated:</strong> A liner with perforations helps with airflow, producing crispier foods faster. The downside is they release oils into your basket, though still less than if you didn&#39;t use a liner at all.</p><p id="2da0b592-f9a5-4e60-8c13-f48d0df30852" data-toc-label="What to look for"><strong>Basket:</strong> A silicone basket is the best for simple cleanup because oil from your food collects at the bottom of the liner. Unfortunately, this does reduce airflow, making it harder for foods to crisp up.</p><p id="2da0b592-f9a5-4e60-8c13-f48d0df30852" data-toc-label="What to look for"><strong>Ramekins:</strong> Silicone ramekins, also called baking cups or egg bite molds, are great for individual portions. They can be tricky to lift out of basket air fryers, and you may want to add another liner underneath to catch any overflow.</p><hr/><h2 id="584cb5bd-ea6d-4ffe-bb6a-df5e3329a555" data-toc-id="584cb5bd-ea6d-4ffe-bb6a-df5e3329a555" data-toc-label="FAQs">Air fryer liner FAQs</h2><h3 class="faq-question">Are silicone liners safe for air fryers?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Yes, all the liners we recommend are made of food-grade silicone. It is the same type of material used for silicone baking molds, utensils, and mats. Check the manufacturer&#39;s information for the maximum oven-safe temperature.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Can you put foil in an air fryer?</h3><p class="faq-answer">Yes, you can <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/can-you-put-foil-in-air-fryer">put foil in an air fryer</a>. To ensure safety, placing foil exclusively in the air fryer&#39;s basket and not in the drawer is important. Placing foil in the drawer can result in it being blown around by the circulating hot air, potentially causing a fire hazard. Never preheat the air fryer when the basket is lined with foil to prevent potential risks.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/best-silicone-air-fryer-liners">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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770.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:40:51 +0000</pubDate>
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788.      <title>MasterClass subscriptions are 50% off for Labor Day</title>
789.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/masterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8</link>
790.      <description>MasterClass is one of our favorite online learning platforms we&#39;ve tested. Save 50% on your first year with the 2025 MasterClass Labor Day Sale.</description>
791.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adfd11194a2d49b8af3642?format=jpeg" height="900" width="1800" charset="" alt="the masterclass logo overlaid on top of a collage of celebrities and experts leading classes"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">MasterClass</p></figcaption></figure><p>As summer comes to a close, it&#39;s hard to be too sad because some of the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a> are already in full swing. That said, if you&#39;re struggling with the end-of-summer blues, trying out a new hobby can be a great thing to look forward to this fall. Plus, you can do it affordably with the current <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=b216be48c3dc96e7ed39769fbe01b82ea163b4941b6fe00f3da684524062d738&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fpromotion" data-autoaffiliated="true">MasterClass Labor Day Sale</a>.</p><p>During the sale, MasterClass is offering a 50% discount on the first year of an&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=993c90034d32dc40778d66d7697fe92ea3d0946d5800e4d15a29b68a90ff5707&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fcheckout" data-autoaffiliated="true">annual subscription plan</a>, bringing the standard plan down to $60, the Plus plan down to $96, and the Premium plan down to $120. While 50% off deals at MasterClass aren&#39;t uncommon, we&#39;ve never seen the platform offer a lower price. So, if you missed the last promotions for Memorial Day and Father&#39;s Day, now&#39;s a great time to subscribe.</p><p>A MasterClass subscription gets you access to hundreds of online courses, many of which are taught by celebrity instructors. While MasterClass is one of our favorite <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/learning/online-learning-platform-comparison">online learning platforms</a> for learning creative skills specifically, there are courses available in just about any topic you can think of. Whether you want to learn how to &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=9146a6d1d2de80456710740e04f3872408d71532ef3839edcbae97c4b5560cf4&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fclasses%2Fwin-big-in-business" data-autoaffiliated="true">Win Big in Business</a>&#34; from Mark Cuban, &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=1e87fe315bbf3fce92ff3fab09459322cde913202e870a759e72cc32b03ed6b5&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fclasses%2Fsteve-martin-teaches-comedy" data-autoaffiliated="true">Comedy</a>&#34; from Steve Martin, &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=0e20f9e11f01c5a9be407b08358b2d4c0533b3f5efcc9cceba6465e41a867489&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fclasses%2Fmarc-jacobs-teaches-fashion-design" data-autoaffiliated="true">Fashion Design</a>&#34; from Marc Jacobs, or &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=7da440f02b34bfdd1283e428e7a293f45c3bcf4d5a7d603a3c3d11e602e0b47b&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fclasses%2Fbill-nye-teaches-science-and-problem-solving" data-autoaffiliated="true">Science and Problem Solving</a>&#34; from Bill Nye, the options are endless.</p><p>Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/learning/masterclass-review">MasterClass review</a> to learn more about the platform and course offerings.</p><p>Keep in mind that the discount only applies to your first year of MasterClass. 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The standard plan, which typically costs $120 a year, gives you access to MasterClass on one device and doesn&#39;t allow offline downloads. The Plus plan, which typically costs $180 a year, adds on a second device and offline downloads. Finally, the Premium plan, which typically costs $240 a year, gives you MasterClass on six devices and offline downloads.</p><p class="faq-answer">All three plans are eligible for the 50% off Labor Day discount, so you can choose the best option for you based on your budget and preferences.</p><h3 class="faq-question">What does MasterClass membership include?</h3><p class="faq-answer">MasterClass annual memberships come with the following:</p><ul class="faq-answer"><li>The entirety of the MasterClass library (200+ classes)</li><li>Cross-platform compatibility (desktop, TV, and mobile)</li><li>Access to new classes as they are added</li><li>A 30-day satisfaction guarantee</li></ul><p class="faq-answer">For students who take advantage of this deal, that means you&#39;ll never be locked out of new additions to the service &mdash; you&#39;ll get to keep learning as new courses are added to MasterClass.</p><h3 class="faq-question">Can I gift a MasterClass subscription to someone else?</h3><p class="faq-answer">In addition to their regular subscriptions, MasterClass also offers <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-1511030429626-20&amp;h=70d08db7292a04d7f2358083a4009467bae90f81c30217e480424bb8924d3f7a&amp;postID=68a74545d675f12a7118b192&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fmasterclass-labor-day-sale-2025-8&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.masterclass.com%2Fgift" data-autoaffiliated="true">gift subscriptions</a> that you can purchase for someone else. 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794.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:34:12 +0000</pubDate>
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805.      <title>Paratrooper who scored the US Army&#39;s first drone-on-drone kill says it felt like a fight out of &#39;Star Wars.&#39;</title>
806.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/paratrooper-army-first-drone-to-drone-kill-like-star-wars-2025-8</link>
807.      <description>Lt. La Torre compared the milestone to something out of &#34;Star Wars&#34; and noted innovation in drone warfare is coming from all across the service.</description>
808.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adc818cfc04e97619c0667?format=jpeg" height="4672" width="6224" charset="" alt="Two US Army soldiers wearing camouflage and sunglasses work on a small drone. The sky is overcast in the background."/><figcaption>TK<p class="copyright">US Army photo by Sgt. Jose Lora</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>A US Army paratrooper scored the service&#39;s first drone-to-drone kill at a recent training exercise.</li><li>He compared the event to space combat from the 1977 film &#34;Star Wars.&#34;</li><li>The Army and other branches are rapidly adopting to the innovations and challenges of drone warfare.</li></ul><p>A US Army paratrooper scored the service&#39;s first <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-a-drone">drone</a>-on-drone kill, a notable event as it races to catch up. He said it felt like combat from the &#34;Star Wars&#34; movies.</p><p>The intercept comes amid other recent firsts as the Army and the broader US military adapt to drone warfare.</p><p>Earlier this month at a training exercise, 1st Lt. Francesco La Torre from the 173rd Airborne Brigade flew a first-person view drone carrying a Claymore mine into a fixed-wing uncrewed aerial vehicle, according to a new Army <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.dvidshub.net/news/546481/paratroopers-make-history-with-us-armys-first-drone-drone-kill">press release</a>.</p><p>La Torre piloted the drone towards the UAS as another member of his team armed and detonated the payload. Then La Torre looked up from his end-user device (EUD) and saw the fixed-wing drone fall out of the sky.</p><p>La Torre said the drone-on-drone kill felt like something out of &#34;Star Wars,&#34; making an analogy to some of the space fight scenes from the original 1977 movie.</p><p>&#34;In A New Hope, Luke Skywalker flies an X-Wing through the Death Star trench and blows it up,&#34; he said. It&#39;s an iconic scene. &#34;This wasn&#39;t like that. It was way harder. Honestly, it felt more like Darth Vader shooting down rebel pilots. He might be the villain, but he&#39;s also one of the best pilots in the galaxy.&#34;</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68954183194a2d49b8ae3a5a?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1920" charset="" alt="US Army soldiers looking at a handheld device."/><figcaption>US Army soldiers looking at a handheld device.<p class="copyright">Screenshot/Business Insider/Graham Flanagan</p></figcaption></figure><p>The drone kill occurred during the Army&#39;s UAS and Launched Effects Summit at Fort Rucker, Alabama. It included involvement with the Army Combat Capabilities Command, a part of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/us-army-sec-general-flying-crewed-uncrewed-2025-7">Army Futures Command</a> that&#39;s focused on developing and integrating advanced technologies into the service.</p><p>Paratroopers like La Torre and his team spent weeks prior to the training exercise learning how to fly and engage with UAS. During the summit, they flew drones daily during changing weather patterns.</p><p>The intercept is a clear example of how individual troops can make the most of low-cost drone systems and existing munitions, as well as how innovation has been coming from across the Army.</p><p>&#34;It feels extremely satisfying to have this level of impact, La Torre, &#34;but solving these kinds of problems should not be alien to junior officers, or any leader.&#34;</p><p>&#34;Every year the Army produces leaders at all levels who are better educated now than ever before,&#34; he said. &#34;At the end of the day, rank is immaterial when it comes to problem solving.&#34;</p><p>The kill is also an indicator of how the Army is exploring the ins and outs of drone warfare, an adaptation that&#39;s also presenting challenges. As part of a new crash-course, Army personnel said, soldiers were learning how to fly and use 3D printing to manufacture and repair FPV drones as an &#34;aggressive attempt&#34; to <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/new-us-army-course-aggressive-attempt-catch-up-drone-warfare-2025-8">close the gap</a> on the US military&#39;s use of drones.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6849eadf85e81483682bec04?format=jpeg" height="3865" width="5797" charset="" alt="A drone flies over a field at Fort Hunter Liggett, California on May 31, 2025."/><figcaption>US Army soldiers are learning how to better react to small quadcopter drones.<p class="copyright">US Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Anh Tuan Nguyen</p></figcaption></figure><p>Training exercises across the Indo-Pacific, Europe, and in the US have seen soldiers struggle with unstable or lost video feeds with their drones, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/us-army-learning-drone-lessons-bad-signals-broken-parts-2025-8">missing parts to repair systems</a> in the field, and intense heat and varying climates that impact flight. Soldiers are using inexpensive drones to conduct battlefield reconnaissance and also offense, like using them to drop grenades.</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/heres-hegseths-plan-to-remake-army-for-next-war-2025-5">Drones are a top priority</a> for the Army, as well as the larger US military. Leaders and officials have pushed to flood units with drones and counter-drone systems, deeming these technologies necessary to prepare for potential future conflict. Investments are now being made in American drone technologies and courses on emerging drone and counter-drone systems.</p><p>Much has been learned from the Ukraine war as well, where drones are a dominant capability on both sides and have seen rapid advancement and countermeasures. Ukrainian operators have also used drones and other UAS to score aerial kills on Russian drones. Interceptor drones are now a growing area of investment for Ukrainian forces. These systems offer cheaper intercept solutions for air defense.</p><p>Drones in combat is messy. It can be difficult to sort out which side drones belong to in the chaos of a firefight. Drone operators must contend with <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-can-jam-own-drones-many-some-russian-share-signals-2025-8">electronic warfare</a> like signal jamming, and troops on defense have to deal with the rise of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/photos-us-military-experiments-jam-proof-fiber-optic-drones-2025-8">fiber-optic drones</a> with hard, unjammable connections. Artificial intelligence-enabled drones have also made an impact on the battlefield, complicating things for the defenders.</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paratrooper-army-first-drone-to-drone-kill-like-star-wars-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
809.      <author>cpanella@businessinsider.com (Chris Panella)</author>
810.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/paratrooper-army-first-drone-to-drone-kill-like-star-wars-2025-8</guid>
811.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:26:13 +0000</pubDate>
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819.      <title>Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift with a massive diamond engagement ring that could cost $1 million</title>
820.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8</link>
821.      <description>Taylor Swift&#39;s engagement ring from Travis Kelce features what appears to be an antique old mine diamond valued at around $1 million.</description>
822.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/679797fa7bb3f854015a712e?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="3000" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26.<p class="copyright">Brooke Sutton/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement via Instagram on Tuesday.</li><li>The musician&#39;s engagement ring seemingly features a 9-carat diamond valued at around $1 million.</li><li>The couple began dating in the summer of 2023 and have made much of their relationship public since.</li></ul><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-net-worth">Taylor Swift</a> is arguably more bejeweled than ever.</p><p>The billionaire musician announced her <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce</a> on Tuesday afternoon, posting a series of photos to Instagram. She captioned the post: &#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨.&#34;</p><p>The carousel included a close-up shot of Swift&#39;s engagement ring: a massive, rounded rectangle diamond framed in gold.</p><div id="1756231526454" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; 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823. <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></div><p>Ajay Anand, the CEO and founder of diamond retailer <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.rarecarat.com/"><u>Rare Carat</u></a>, told Business Insider that the jewelry&#39;s value is likely somewhere in the $1 million range.</p><p>&#34;The ring appears to feature an antique old mine brilliant-cut diamond,&#34; Anand said, noting that the style was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries due to its &#34;chunky facets and romantic sparkle.&#34;</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-1234932388/">Rolling Stone</a> reported that Kindred Lubeck of <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://artifexfine.com/"><u>Artifex Fine Jewelry</u></a> designed the piece. The jeweler is known for her hand-engraved gold rings.</p><p>Artifex Fine Jewelry did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.</p><p>&#34;This particular stone looks to be in the 9-carat range, top colorless D, and flawless clarity, and frankly, nothing less than what you&#39;d expect for Taylor Swift,&#34; Anand added.</p><p>The massive diamond also has a gold frame, he said, and appears to be hand-engraved with claw prongs and details on its undergallery.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6899f546a17a8c5b4052a1e2?format=jpeg" height="3000" width="2000" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City in December 2024."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City in December 2024.<p class="copyright">TheStewartofNY/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>It&#39;s not the only <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-wears-diamond-friendship-bracelet-from-jewelry-startup-2024-1">luxury jewelry item</a> Swift sported during her proposal.</p><p>In the photos she posted to Instagram, the &#34;Tortured Poets Department&#34; musician is also seen wearing a gold tennis bracelet, a $1,400 heart-shaped earring with the letter T in the middle from Found Rae, and a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-cartier-watch-engagement-photos-post-2025-8">Cartier Santos Demoiselle watch</a>.</p><p>Her outfit of choice was a $398 striped, silk <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-dress-ralph-lauren-travis-kelce-2025-8">dress from Ralph Lauren</a>.</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10">Swift and Kelce began dating</a> in the summer of 2023 and have made numerous public appearances together since. Most recently, Swift filmed an episode of Kelce&#39;s podcast to announce her coming album, &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-album-release-tracklist-details-2025-8">The Life of a Showgirl</a>.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
824.      <author>akrause@businessinsider.com (Amanda Krause)</author>
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826.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:22:59 +0000</pubDate>
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837.      <title>Best TA3 discount codes we&#39;ve tested in August 2025</title>
838.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-ta3-discount-codes</link>
839.      <description>TA3 makes some of our favorite women&#39;s swimwear in 2025. Here&#39;s how to save up to 10% on your next order with the best TA3 discount codes.</description>
840.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/669a815a80d4d5da13d55c29?format=jpeg" height="600" width="1200" charset="" alt="Triple side by side original image of three women in TA3 bathing suits. One in pink one-piece, one in black one-piece, and one in blue one-piece."/><figcaption>No one needs to make their waist appear smaller &mdash; and we love TA3 for more than just their corseted back. But if you do want to lace it up, it definitely creates an hourglass shape.<p class="copyright">Samantha Crozier, Olivia Rose Rushing, Sally Kaplan/Insider</p></figcaption></figure><p>TA3&#39;s waist-sculpting swimwear has been an internet favorite ever since it was first introduced on &#34;Shark Tank&#34; in 2022. While we can&#39;t deny the high quality of TA3&#39;s suits, we don&#39;t love the high prices that come with them. Luckily, having a good TA3 discount on hand can help you save some money at checkout.</p><p>Our style editors on the Reviews team have tested several TA3 styles to determine whether they&#39;re truly worth the money, and we&#39;ve been impressed. We&#39;re particularly fans of the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=daddb7f70df38f099aafcc8c1a33ff1dc2ed8862739c1c75cb32083e342aca0c&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2Fproducts%2Flifty-black" data-autoaffiliated="true">Lifty</a>, which made our guide to the best <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-one-piece-swimsuit">one-piece swimsuits</a>, and the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=2b9cf0ca0514c43a68f475ad49b1ab752d9f87c73dfb8fa9cb0fdfc74e7ec10c&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2Fproducts%2Fplungey-black" data-autoaffiliated="true">Plungey</a>, which is our favorite <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/best-swimsuits-women">swimsuit for women</a> we&#39;ve ever tested.&nbsp;</p><p>Read our full <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/style/ta3-swimsuit-review">TA3 swimsuit review</a> to see all the styles we&#39;ve tested.</p><p>Right now, TA3&#39;s Last Chance Sale is a rare opportunity to score select suits at a discount. Still, coupons are the only way to save on full-price items, with some taking an extra 10% off the price. That&#39;s why we&#39;ve rounded them up right here. Before you <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=267d1d288c733a07dbb7dfb704d231ca075a9db26bd98f67ed2d83ca67901d6f&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">place your order</a>, check out the best TA3 discount codes we&#39;ve tested below. For more deals across beauty, tech, and more, check out our full guide to the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/deals/best-labor-day-sales-2025">best Labor Day sales</a>.</p><hr/><h2 id="ab2d869a-3b12-4a19-978c-f7c8640877ff" data-toc-id="ab2d869a-3b12-4a19-978c-f7c8640877ff" data-toc-label="Today&#39;s best discount codes">Today&#39;s best TA3 discount codes</h2>
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842.        <ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=267d1d288c733a07dbb7dfb704d231ca075a9db26bd98f67ed2d83ca67901d6f&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 10% on your order with discount code:</a><strong> SNATCHED</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=267d1d288c733a07dbb7dfb704d231ca075a9db26bd98f67ed2d83ca67901d6f&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Back to store</a></li></ul>
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844.    <h2 id="f110767e-6811-442b-853a-40cd52fdfb66" data-toc-id="f110767e-6811-442b-853a-40cd52fdfb66" data-toc-label="Previous TA3 discount codes">Previous TA3 discount codes</h2>
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846.        <p>These codes are for previous TA3 promotions that have since expired but may be reactivated in the future.</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=267d1d288c733a07dbb7dfb704d231ca075a9db26bd98f67ed2d83ca67901d6f&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save 20% on your order with discount code:</a> <strong>TA320OFF</strong></li><li><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=267d1d288c733a07dbb7dfb704d231ca075a9db26bd98f67ed2d83ca67901d6f&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Save $10 on your order with discount code:</a> <strong>AMBER</strong></li></ul>
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848.    <h2 id="516250f2-e9f2-4665-888c-9a79442c9744" data-toc-id="516250f2-e9f2-4665-888c-9a79442c9744" data-toc-label="TA3 sales and deals">Are there any other TA3 sales running at the moment?</h2><p>As of the time of writing, TA3 is running the following promotion.</p>
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850.        <ul><li>Shop <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=4da5faf7ac185443f76794dd419ef5ddfbff54ac5f766b2db82207782a9ea89d&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2Fcollections%2Falmost-gone" data-autoaffiliated="true">final sale items</a> at a discount</li></ul><p>All sale prices and promotions are automatically applied at checkout.</p>
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852.    <h2 id="47c6f466-76a4-4925-993f-ec7cc20b51c8" data-toc-id="47c6f466-76a4-4925-993f-ec7cc20b51c8" data-toc-label="Use TA3 discount codes on these items">Use TA3 discount codes on these items</h2><p>You can use coupons to save extra on TA3 swimwear we love. The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110029825ink-20&amp;h=2b9cf0ca0514c43a68f475ad49b1ab752d9f87c73dfb8fa9cb0fdfc74e7ec10c&amp;postID=68768eb62d2d32d710eb81c6&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fdeals%2Fbest-ta3-discount-codes&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fta3swim.com%2Fproducts%2Fplungey-black" data-autoaffiliated="true">Plungey</a>, our favorite swimsuit for women overall, currently costs $178. But when you apply the discount code <strong>SNATCHED</strong>, you can bring the price down 10% to $160.20.</p><ul><li><em>Follow us on </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/insiderreviews/?hl=en"><em>Instagram</em></a><em> and </em><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2J5x9J3juulcffA60F"><em>WhatsApp</em></a><em> for the latest deals, buying guides, and reviews</em></li></ul><hr/><h2 id="640899dd-faa8-4f6a-b622-03d550bec419" data-toc-id="640899dd-faa8-4f6a-b622-03d550bec419" data-toc-label="How to use TA3 discount codes">How to use TA3 discount codes</h2><p>Start by adding coupon-eligible items to your cart, then continue to checkout. 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866.      <title>A new study finds more bad news for entry-level coders</title>
867.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/theres-more-bad-news-for-entry-level-coders-ai-study-2025-8</link>
868.      <description>Stanford researchers say they&#39;ve found &#34;large-scale evidence of employment declines for entry-level workers in AI-exposed jobs.&#34;</description>
869.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68518d7d3d5881a51c1b8fbf?format=jpeg" height="2700" width="5120" charset="" alt="A software engineer coding at home"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">MTStock Studio/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Stanford researchers may have found more bad news for early-career software engineers.</li><li>A new paper found a 13% relative employment decline in early-career workers in the most AI-exposed jobs.</li><li>&#34;Our results are consistent with the hypothesis that generative AI has begun to affect entry-level employment,&#34; they wrote.</li></ul><p>It&#39;s a tough time to be a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/entry-level-jobs-experience-younger-workers-gen-z-employment-careers-2025-2">young coder</a>.</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/entry-level-jobs-experience-younger-workers-gen-z-employment-careers-2025-2">Early-career professionals across the board are having a hard time finding work</a> right now, and new research from Stanford University shows the impact AI is having on certain professions.</p><p>Researchers Erik Brynjolfsson, Bharat Chandar, and Ruyu Chen wrote that while &#34;the facts we document may in part be influenced by factors other than generative AI, our results are consistent with the hypothesis that generative AI has begun to affect entry-level employment,&#34; according to their new <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://digitaleconomy.stanford.edu/publications/canaries-in-the-coal-mine/">paper</a> published Tuesday.</p><p>Early-career workers, defined as those ages 22 to 25, in occupations most exposed to AI saw a 13% relative decline in employment after controlling for industry- or companywide shocks, like interest rate changes. </p><p>The paper listed software engineers and customer service workers as some of the workers in the most AI-exposed professions.</p><p>In both occupations, the researchers noticed employment of the youngest workers dropped considerably after 2022, despite growing for other age groups. By July 2025, employment for 22- to 25-year-old developers fell by nearly 20% compared to its peak in late 2022, they said.</p><p>Meanwhile, employment remained stable or grew for workers in the same jobs who had more experience, and for workers in industries less exposed to AI.</p><p>The authors observed these patterns most acutely beginning in late 2022, they wrote. Notably, OpenAI&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chatgpt">ChatGPT</a> had its breakout launch in November 2022, and more AI chatbots have since followed.</p><p>But AI isn&#39;t entirely bad news for workers. The authors said that they found employment growth in jobs where AI was used to augment a person&#39;s work, not automate it.</p><p>The authors drew upon data from ADP, the largest payroll processing firm in America, writing that they had records for between 3.5 and 5 million workers a month for their main analysis sample.</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-job-postings-promotions-decline-unemployment-increase-charts-2025-8">Many tech companies have slowed hiring</a> from a pandemic-era boom.</p><p>An Indeed Hiring Lab report in July found that tech job opportunities have been harder to come by since mid-2023 after peaking in early 2022. The report said that &#34;automation of some of the tasks performed in these roles could be driving their drop in job postings.&#34;</p><p>The report said other factors, including &#34;less supportive economic conditions&#34; like ZIRP, coming out of the pandemic-era tech hiring boom, are also at play.</p><p>Separately, a July analysis from the Burning Glass Institute found that the unemployment rate for Gen Z and younger millennials in computer and math occupations has increased from pre-pandemic rates in 2018 and 2019.</p><p>Tech executives have hinted, and in some cases outright said, that AI poses some threat to their industry&#39;s talent.</p><p>Meta CEO <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mark-zuckerberg-meta-ai-replace-engineers-coders-joe-rogan-podcast-2025-1">Mark Zuckerberg said in January</a> that his company and others will likely this year &#34;have an AI that can effectively be a sort of midlevel engineer that you have at your company.&#34;</p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/klarna-ceo-sebastian-siemiatkowski-ai-jobs-2024-12">Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski said his company stopped hiring</a> in 2023, saying he believes &#34;AI can already do all of the jobs that we as humans do.&#34;</p><p>Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke told managers earlier this year that before asking for new hires, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/shopify-ceo-tobi-lutke-employees-prove-ai-job-2025-4">they&#39;d need to prove AI couldn&#39;t do the job in question better.</a></p><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/duolingo-ceo-how-ai-will-be-used-performance-reviews-headcount-2025-4">Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn</a> delivered a similar message to his staff in an April memo, when he said the company would &#34;gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/theres-more-bad-news-for-entry-level-coders-ai-study-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
870.      <author>sjackson@insider.com (Sarah Jackson)</author>
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872.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:48:28 +0000</pubDate>
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880.      <title>A complete timeline of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce&#39;s 2-year relationship</title>
881.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10</link>
882.      <description>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, two years after the athlete attempted to woo the pop star at the Eras Tour.</description>
883.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6759ea20dc8b666017f29159?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="3000" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are seen in SoHo on October 11, 2024 in New York City."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in October 2024.<p class="copyright">TheStewartofNY/GC Images/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been a couple since the summer of 2023.</li><li>The pop star and athlete, both 35, have gushed about each other in interviews.</li><li>Swift and Kelce announced their engagement on August 26, 2025.</li></ul><p>We&#39;ll take a wild guess and say that Travis Kelce&#39;s favorite track from <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-midnights-album-review-tracklist-breakdown-2022-10">Taylor Swift&#39;s &#34;Midnights&#34;</a>&nbsp;might be &#34;Mastermind.&#34;</p><p>Shortly after he turned up to the Eras Tour with a friendship bracelet and a dream, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end began dating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-grammy-history-aoty-four-times-2024-2">multi-Grammy-winning superstar</a>.</p><p>Kelce, 35, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-midnights-lyrics-easter-eggs-2022-10">laid the groundwork</a> in the summer of 2023. He made his feelings known for Swift, 35, after he failed to get some one-on-one time when she performed on his home turf in Missouri. Soon, all the dominoes cascaded in a line: Swift began attending NFL games, openly cheering for the Chiefs, and stepping out with Kelce for date nights in New York City.</p><p>Two years after their relationship began, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">Swift and Kelce got engaged</a>, announcing the news with a romantic Instagram post.</p><p>Here&#39;s a complete timeline of their relationship so far.</p><div id="slideshow"><div class="slide">July 8, 2023: Kelce attends Swift&#39;s Eras Tour show stop in Kansas City.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/650ca1dc12dc4f001a179e60?format=jpeg" height="1800" width="2400" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce points (left); Taylor Swift smiles."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce (left) and Taylor Swift.<p class="copyright">Ed Zurga, George Walker/AP</p></figcaption></figure><p>Kelce officially entered his Swiftie era when he attended the second of the &#34;Anti-Hero&#34; singer&#39;s two performances on his home turf.</p><p>Before the concert at Arrowhead Stadium, Kelce was seen chatting with other Swifties and even&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/tearsoftaylor/status/1703944238860251271">trading friendship bracelets, </a>according to a video posted on X (formerly Twitter).</p></div><div class="slide">July 26, 2023: A few weeks later, Kelce says on his podcast that he wanted to give Swift his number at the show.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652c0ade8bed706e837cd458?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1920" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce discussed his failed attempt at wooing Taylor Swift on his podcast, &#34;New Heights.&#34;"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce discussed his failed attempt at wooing Taylor Swift on his podcast, &#34;New Heights.&#34;<p class="copyright">YouTube/New Heights Show</p></figcaption></figure><p>Speaking on his podcast,&nbsp;&#34;New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,&#34; <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/nfl-travis-kelce-taylor-swift-friendship-bracelet-eras-tour-2023-7">the athlete said</a> he was &#34;butt hurt&#34; because he couldn&#39;t give Swift a friendship bracelet (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/flavor-flav-taylor-swift-eras-tour-fan-photos-2023-6">a tradition among Swift&#39;s concertgoers</a>) that included his phone number.</p><p>&#34;I was disappointed that she doesn&#39;t talk before or after her shows because she has to save her voice for the 44 songs that she sings,&#34; Kelce told his brother and cohost, then-Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce.</p><p>Jason then asked which number he put on the bracelet &mdash; the number on his Kansas City Chiefs jersey (87) or his phone number.&nbsp;</p><p>&#34;You know which one,&#34; Travis responded. He also quipped that while Swift &#34;doesn&#39;t meet anybody&#34; before her shows, he &#34;took it personal.&#34;</p><p>During a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://youtu.be/M2lX9XESvDE?si=NvXB0a-3LM0fAK1p">later episode</a> of that very same podcast, Swift revealed that she didn&#39;t even know Kelce was at the show.</p><p>&#34;He didn&#39;t even reach out to our management. When this podcast came out, I was like, &#39;Did he ever reach out to be like, in the tents? Did we know he was in the building?&#39;&#34; Swift said. &#34;He thought that, &#39;cause he knows the elevator lady, that he could talk to her about just getting down… That&#39;s how it works in 1973.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">According to Swift, she and Kelce began dating &#34;right after&#34; the podcast episode aired.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6570b0127a3c8094d5da3917?format=jpeg" height="1800" width="2400" charset="" alt="travis kelce taylor swift"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift photographed in July 2023.<p class="copyright">JC Olivera/Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://time.com/6342806/person-of-the-year-2023-taylor-swift/">an interview with Time magazine</a>, Swift confirmed her relationship with Kelce and offered details about the beginning of their romance.&nbsp;</p><p>&#34;This all started when Travis very adorably put me on blast on his podcast, which I thought was metal as hell,&#34; she said. &#34;We started hanging out right after that. So we actually had a significant amount of time that no one knew, which I&#39;m grateful for, because we got to get to know each other.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">September 21, 2023: Kelce says he&#39;s &#34;thrown the ball in her court&#34; and invites Swift to one of his football games.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/64a4ac946075be0019c2a04a?format=jpeg" height="1333" width="1777" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce rests his hands on his collar while looking off to the side during a Chiefs game."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce.<p class="copyright">Lachlan Cunningham/AP Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Two months after his podcast episode, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://youtu.be/puw71IqCvB4">Kelce told ESPN&#39;s Pat McAfee</a> that after trying to woo the Grammy winner with a friendship bracelet, he extended an invite to one of his upcoming games.</p><p>&#34;I told her, &#39;I&#39;ve seen you rock the stage at Arrowhead, you might have to come see me rock the stage at Arrowhead and see which one&#39;s a little more lit,&#39;&#34; Kelce said in the interview.</p><p>&nbsp;&#34;So we&#39;ll see what happens in the near future,&#34; he added.</p></div><div class="slide">September 24, 2023: Swift attends the Chiefs game against the Chicago Bears three days later.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652c0b3d55f52b01b35fe0ef?format=jpeg" height="2352" width="3136" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift cheers from a suite with Donna Kelce as the Kansas City Chiefs play the Chicago Bears during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift cheering from a suite with Donna Kelce as the Kansas City Chiefs play the Chicago Bears on September 24, 2023.<p class="copyright">Cooper Neill via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift sent the internet into meltdown when she accepted to Kelce&#39;s invitation. However, according to Swift, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-couple-confirmed-first-date-2023-12">the lovebirds were already official</a> by the time she <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-chiefs-game-arrowhead-stadium-travis-kelce-mom-2023-9">attended her first game</a> on September 24.</p><p>&#34;By the time I went to that first game, we were a couple,&#34; she told Time. &#34;I think some people think that they saw our first date at that game? We would never be psychotic enough to hard launch a first date.&#34;</p><p>On that fated day, Swift was photographed wearing Kansas City colors as she watched the game from Kelce&#39;s private suite, alongside his mom, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/donna-kelce-comforts-jason-travis-chiefs-beat-eagles-super-bowl-2023-2">Donna Kelce</a>.</p><p>When Kelce &mdash; already considered&nbsp;one of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/super-bowl-travis-kelce-chiefs-points-open-teammate-mahomes-video-2023-2">best tight ends</a> in NFL history&nbsp;&mdash; hauled in a touchdown pass from&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/patrick-mahomes-gives-defenders-compliments-avoid-hard-hits-2023-9">Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes</a>&nbsp;in the third quarter, Swift rose to her feet and cheered.</p><p>After chest-bumping with another spectator in the box, the singer appeared to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-touchdown-scream-celebration-with-mom-video-2023-9">shout a profanity</a> as&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/jason-kelce-travis-kelce-cry-mom-donna-kelce-super-bowl-2023-2">Mama Kelce</a>&nbsp;smiled and applauded.</p><p>After the game, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://twitter.com/paytonsun/status/1706108185029845125">images of Kelce and Swift</a> walking out of the stadium together and&nbsp;driving off in his <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://twitter.com/PopBase/status/1706150864355037455">old-school convertible car</a>&nbsp;were shared on X.</p><p>The pair ended their night at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://primesocialrooftop.com/">Prime Social Rooftop</a>, which Kelce rented out for Swift, his family, and his teammates,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.etonline.com/travis-kelce-rents-out-restaurant-for-taylor-swift-and-team-for-private-party-after-football-game">per Entertainment Tonight</a>. In photos <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/09/27/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-hug-neck-pda-couple-dating/">obtained by&nbsp;TMZ</a>, the couple wasn&#39;t shy about showing their affection for each other as Swift was seen wrapping her arm around Kelce&#39;s neck as they chatted with other partygoers.</p><p>In the days following, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-super-early-days-getting-know-each-other-source-7974346">an anonymous source told&nbsp;People</a>&nbsp;that Kelce and Swift had been &#34;hanging out&#34; and were still in the &#34;super, super early days&#34; of getting to know each other.&nbsp;</p><p>&#34;They&#39;re having fun,&#34; the source told the outlet. &#34;This was Taylor&#39;s first time meeting his mom and dad, and everyone was enjoying themselves.&#34;</p><p>Meanwhile, Kelce debriefed the Swift-inspired frenzy on his podcast. He thanked her for <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-says-taylor-swift-ballsy-for-showing-up-nfl-2023-9">&#34;pulling up&#34; to his game</a>, saying he &#34;sure as hell enjoyed this weekend.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">September 27, 2023: Kelce speaks about Swift again on his podcast.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65454cc4b788914e5550326b?format=jpeg" height="1998" width="2664" charset="" alt="travis kelce"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce on the field at Arrowhead Stadium on September 24, 2023.<p class="copyright">Cooper Neill/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>During an episode of &#34;New Heights,&#34; <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a45337017/travis-kelce-comments-taylor-swift-podcast-chiefs-game/">Kelce joked</a> that his personal life is &#34;not so personal&#34; anymore.</p><p>&#34;Shout out to Taylor for pulling up,&#34; he said. &#34;That was pretty ballsy.&#34;</p><p>Kelce went on to praise Swift for her behavior with his family at her first Chiefs game.</p><p>&#34;I just thought it was awesome how everyone in the suite had nothing but great things to say about her. The friends and family,&#34; he said. &#34;She looked amazing, everybody was talking about her in great light. And on top of that the day went perfect for Chiefs fans, of course.&#34;</p><p>&#34;To see the slow motion chest bumps, to see the high fives with mom,&#34; he continued. &#34;To see how Chiefs kingdom was all excited that she was there, that shit was absolutely hysterical and it was definitely a game I&#39;ll remember that&#39;s for damn sure. And then we just slid off in the getaway car at the end.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">October 1, 2023: Swift attends a second Chiefs game a week later &mdash; and brings some of her famous friends.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652c0b586561dd877e7aee8d?format=jpeg" height="2148" width="2864" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Blake Lively cheer from the stands during an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs at MetLife Stadium"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift with MetLife Stadium.<p class="copyright">Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>During the Chiefs game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in New York, Swift supported Kelce again and brought along some A-list pals.</p><p>Swift was spotted watching the game alongside Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sabrina-carpenter-short-n-sweet-album-review-2024-8">Sabrina Carpenter</a>, Hugh Jackman, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-sophie-turner-friendship-explained-2023-9">Sophie Turner</a>, and Antoni Porowski.&nbsp;</p><p>While&nbsp;Swift and Kelce <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://t.co/2bwekNXsxw">left the stadium separately</a>, it seems they had spent some time together beforehand; the Super Bowl champion was spotted by Page Six&nbsp;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://pagesix.com/2023/10/01/travis-kelce-spends-the-night-with-taylor-swift-ahead-of-kansas-city-chiefs-game/">leaving Swift&#39;s New York apartment</a> that morning.</p></div><div class="slide">October 4, 2023: Kelce tries to get the NFL to pull back on its coverage of Swift at his games, declaring on his podcast, &#34;They&#39;re overdoing it.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6511905d59fd710019eff614?format=jpeg" height="1500" width="2000" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift, right, at Arrowhead Stadium."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift, right, at Arrowhead Stadium.<p class="copyright">Denny Medley/USA Today/Reuters; Jason Hanna/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Kelce said the NFL had gone overboard in their coverage of Swift during an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://youtu.be/7Zga0N7-0j8?feature=shared&amp;t=4001">episode of his podcast</a>, released on October 4.&nbsp;</p><p>&#34;I think it&#39;s fun when they show who all is at the game. I think it brings a little more to the atmosphere, brings a little bit more to what you&#39;re watching,&#34; Kelce said.</p><p>&#34;But at the same time, I think they&#39;re overdoing it a little bit,&#34; he continued.</p><p>NBC Sports, which aired the game, frequently cut to shots of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/will-taylor-swift-perform-at-super-bowl-2023-10">Swift cheering on the Chiefs</a>. The NFL also briefly changed its bios&nbsp;on Instagram and X&nbsp;to reference Swift after the Chiefs beat the Jets.</p><p>In response, the NFL defended its coverage of the pair in a statement <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=bf903782c9c33458e3eaa334980587e596c8f426c9add723423930d1ff361456&amp;postID=652beddf8cf71b3065e2558a&amp;postSlug=taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.espn.com%2Fnfl%2Fstory%2F_%2Fid%2F38568388%2Fnfl-defends-focus-swift-kelce-pop-cultural-moment%3Firclickid%3DwEKSwn3vxxycWuXUvHSP9TrQUkp0qjwCXwC%253A1I0%26irgwc%3D1%26ex_cid%3DDSS-Affiliate-Impact-Content-Business%2BInsider.-531511%26cid%3DDSS-Affiliate-Impact-Content-Business%2BInsider.-531511%26tgclid%3D0b01002b-2a22-4c8f-8600-18f06883c647%26gad_source%3D7%26dclid%3DCKHAocLL2I4DFU7rKQMd-_IjHA" data-autoaffiliated="true">obtained by&nbsp;ESPN</a>.&nbsp;</p></div><div class="slide">October 5, 2023: Kelce celebrates his 34th birthday. Swift reportedly flies to Missouri to spend the weekend with him.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/64c1d57a101bd00019298f20?format=jpeg" height="3072" width="4096" charset="" alt="A collage of two photos side by side. The image on the left is Travis Kelce, #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs, while the image on the right is of Taylor Swift."/><figcaption>A collage of Kansas City Chiefs&#39; Travis Kelce and pop star Taylor Swift.<p class="copyright">Christian Petersen/Getty Images and Omar Vega/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management</p></figcaption></figure><p>According to multiple outlets, the &#34;Fearless&#34; singer spent a few days with Kelce following his 34th birthday.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-hung-out-in-kansas-city-after-his-b-day/">Us Weekly</a>,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://pagesix.com/2023/10/10/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-had-chill-night-in-kansas-city-for-his-birthday/">Page Six</a>, and the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12617141/Taylor-Swift-Kansas-City-spend-time-Travis-Kelce.html">Daily Mail</a> reported that Swift flew from her home in Nashville, Tennessee to Kansas City, Missouri the day after his birthday.</p><p>The two were not seen out together, and an anonymous source told Us Weekly that the pair chose to have a &#34;chill night&#34; together. It&#39;s unknown when Swift left, but she was not present at the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Minnesota Vikings the following Sunday.</p></div><div class="slide">October 12, 2023: Swift shows up to her third Chiefs game, one day after premiering &#34;The Eras Tour&#34; movie.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652c0bf26561dd877e7aeebd?format=jpeg" height="2235" width="2979" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift attended her third Chiefs game on October 12."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift attended her third Chiefs game on October 12.<p class="copyright">RJ Sangosti/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>The &#34;Cruel Summer&#34; singer returned to the Arrowhead Stadium to cheer on Kelce as his team took on the Denver Broncos.</p><p>In a video <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/donna-kelce-reunites-with-taylor-swift-in-kansas-city-for-chiefs-vs-broncos-8356308">shared by&nbsp;People</a>, Swift was seen wearing a Chiefs-branded jacket for the game, where she caught up with Kelce&#39;s parents in the family suite. She was also seen <a target="_blank" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-reunites-brittany-mahomes-chiefs-broncos-game-8302843">speaking with Brittany Mahomes</a>, the wife of Kelce&#39;s teammate, Patrick Mahomes.</p><p>Photos published by&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nfl/article-12628435/Taylor-Swift-appears-stay-night-boyfriend-Travis-Kelces-Kansas-City-home-new-couple-prepare-spend-weekend-pop-star-watched-Chiefs-latest-win.html">Mail Online</a> showed what appeared to be Swift&#39;s security team outside Kelce&#39;s home until Friday afternoon, suggesting that the pop star had stayed the night.</p><p>Kelce&#39;s mother <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://people.com/donna-kelce-reveals-what-taylor-swift-talked-about-during-chiefs-game-8348585">later discussed the &#34;whirlwind&#34;</a>&nbsp;caused by Swift&#39;s game-day appearances.</p><p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26">&#34;I thought it would be over at that point, but it seems to just continue, and every week just seems to trump the week before,&#34; Donna said during an episode of the &#34;Got It From My Momma&#34; podcast. &#34;So it&#39;s really kind of wild, a wild ride.&#34;&nbsp;</p></div><div class="slide">October 14, 2023: The couple is photographed holding hands in public for the first time.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652d46388bed706e837d27ee?format=jpeg" height="2197" width="2930" charset="" alt="travis kelce taylor swift snl after party new york city"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attended the &#34;SNL&#34; after-party on October 15, 2023.<p class="copyright">Gotham/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were photographed holding hands after enjoying a date night in New York City.</p><p>The outing marked the first time the two have been photographed by paparazzi in public together, and many took it as confirmation of their relationship.</p><p>Their first public display of affection came after the pair dined at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ranked-celebrity-approved-restaurant-favorite-meals-2022-12">celebrity hot spot Nobu</a>, per photos and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/10/14/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-hold-hands-dinner-date-nobu-nyc/">video obtained by&nbsp;TMZ</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;Page Six.&nbsp;</p><p>Swift and Kelce later went to Rockefeller Center, where they <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-photographed-holding-hands-dinner-date-snl-2023-10">made separate surprise appearances</a> on NBC&#39;s &#34;Saturday Night Live.&#34; They finished the night at the show&#39;s after-party, pictures from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/GettyVIP/status/1713452075785560574">Getty Images showed</a>.</p></div><div class="slide">October 15, 2023: One day after crashing &#34;SNL,&#34; Kelce and Swift hold hands again after dining together in New York City.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/652d450a55f52b01b36031f5?format=jpeg" height="3925" width="5234" charset="" alt="taylor swift travis kelce new york city"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on October 15, 2023.<p class="copyright">Gotham/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were photographed by paparazzi after spending Sunday night at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-hold-hands-dinner-new-york-city-8358283">Waverly Inn</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Swift has dined at <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.etonline.com/news/199134_taylor_swift_dines_with_lorde_cara_delevingne_more_nyc_amid_new_kanye_west_diss_pics">the West Village hot spot</a> before, most notably in 2016 with Cara Delevingne, Lorde, and Jack Antonoff.</p></div><div class="slide">October 22, 2023: Swift attends another of Kelce&#39;s games in Kansas City.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65367b6096f7540cd062e475?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="2666" charset="" alt="taylor swift kansas city chiefs game"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift at Arrowhead Stadium on October 22, 2023.<p class="copyright">Jamie Squire/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Just a few days before the release of &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-1989-album-fun-facts-details-you-missed-2023-11">1989 (Taylor&#39;s Version)</a>,&#34; Swift was on hand to support the Kansas City Chiefs as they took on the Los Angeles Chargers.</p><p>She was filmed cheering for Kelce, looking concerned when he fell, and performing an elaborate handshake with Brittany Mahomes.</p><p>Swift and Kelce were also photographed together at a post-game party, alongside Kelce&#39;s teammate, Mecole Hardman Jr., and his girlfriend, Chariah Gordon.</p><p>Gordon shared a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cyv_R93RHPy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link">series of photos on Instagram</a>, including one of Swift kissing Kelce on the cheek.</p></div><div class="slide">October 22, 2023: Jason Kelce says that Travis is &#34;excited&#34; about his new relationship.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65454eccb788914e555035ad?format=jpeg" height="1998" width="2664" charset="" alt="jason kelce travis kelce superbowl"/><figcaption>Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce both play for the NFL.<p class="copyright">Cooper Neill/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>After the Chiefs beat the Chargers, Jason <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/fmia/news/fmia-week-7-hurts-and-philly-push-forward-jackson-and-ravens-look-lethal">opened up to NBC Sports</a> about his brother&#39;s new relationship and the frenzy it has caused.</p><p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2">&#34;It&#39;s certainly been weird, the level that it is now,&#34; he told&nbsp;NBC Sports&nbsp;on Sunday night. &#34;On one hand, I&#39;m happy for my brother that he seems to be in a relationship that he&#39;s excited about, that he is genuine about. But there&#39;s another end of it where it&#39;s like, &#39;Man, this is a lot.&#39;&#34;</p><p>&#34;This is another level of stardom that typically football players don&#39;t deal with,&#34; he added.</p></div><div class="slide">October 24, 2023: Kelce&#39;s dad praises Swift as &#34;smart&#34; and &#34;genuine.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6545492ab788914e55502b82?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="2666" charset="" alt="travis kelce snl"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce&#39;s family sat in the audience when he hosted &#34;Saturday Night Live.&#34;<p class="copyright">Will Heath/NBC via Getty Image</p></figcaption></figure><p>In an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-dad-ed-talks-very-sweet-taylor-swift-exclusive-8367489">interview with People</a>, Ed Kelce described Swift as &#34;a very, very sweet, very charming, down-to-earth young woman.&#34;</p><p>The athlete&#39;s father also praised her first impression as &#34;very genuine,&#34; presumably referring to the Chiefs game on October 12, when Swift and Ed were seen <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/swifferupdates/status/1712651308396593195">chatting in the stands</a>.</p><p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6">&#34;I&#39;ll tell you something very special that I noticed about Taylor the first time I met her,&#34; Ed shared. &#34;We&#39;re sitting in the suite, she gets up and in the front room, she gets up to go get a drink or something and she starts picking up empty bottles, cans, plates that are scattered around. Because in the suites everybody gets stuff and you empty it down wherever you can.&#34;</p><p>&#34;And I&#39;m just thinking, I don&#39;t think she got the diva memo. She didn&#39;t get the spoiled musician,&#34; he continued. &#34;She doesn&#39;t know how to pull that off. And that really to me said a whole lot.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">November 3, 2023: Kelce responds with a smile when asked if he&#39;s &#34;in love&#34; with Swift.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6545467bb788914e55502571?format=jpeg" height="2076" width="2769" charset="" alt="travis kelce"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce at a press conference in Frankfurt, Germany.<p class="copyright">Arne Dedert/picture alliance via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>At a press conference in Frankfurt, Germany, where the Kansas City Chiefs would soon play the Miami Dolphins, Kelce fielded a direct question about his feelings for Swift.</p><p>According to ESPN&#39;s NFL reporter Jeff Darlington, the reporter asked, &#34;What is the latest status, and are you in love?&#34;</p><p>&#34;I got to see her last week. That&#39;s the latest status right there,&#34; Kelce said of their current status, though he added, &#34;I&#39;m going to keep my personal relationship personal.&#34;</p><p>A <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="" href="https://twitter.com/ElCapologist/status/1720492836141891751">video of the exchange</a> shows that Kelce was grinning as he replied.</p><p>During a recent episode of his podcast, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-talks-taylor-swift-halloween-costumes-8385231">Kelce also said</a> it was &#34;cool&#34; to see people dress up as him and Swift for Halloween, though his brother thought it was &#34;pretty creepy.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">November 10, 2023: Kelce joins Swift in Buenos Aires the day after she kicks off the Latin American leg of the Eras Tour.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65527c85385143459e8c204b?format=jpeg" height="1503" width="2000" charset="" alt="taylor swift new york city"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift photographed on November 4, 2023 in New York City.<p class="copyright">Gotham/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were spotted at a restaurant in the Argentine capital after Swift postponed her second scheduled show in Buenos Aires due to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://twitter.com/taylorswift13/status/1723065613390958638">&#34;truly chaotic&#34; weather</a> in the city.</p><p>According to People, the couple appeared to be <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-was-beaming-while-out-with-taylor-swift-in-argentina-source-8400723">joined by Swift&#39;s dad</a>, Scott Swift, as they dined in a private room at Elena restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires.</p></div><div class="slide">November 11, 2023: Kelce attends his second Eras Tour concert, where Swift changes the lyrics of &#34;Karma&#34; in his honor.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65527c2b36d588dc55cf710c?format=jpeg" height="2305" width="3073" charset="" alt="taylor swift eras tour"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift performs in Buenos Aires, Argentina.<p class="copyright">Marcelo Endelli/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift made a small but significant <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-karma-lyrics-change-travis-kelce-eras-tour-2023-11">change to &#34;Karma&#34;</a> during her second show in Buenos Aires as Kelce watched from the VIP tent, alongside the pop star&#39;s father, Scott Swift.</p><p>&#34;Karma is the guy on the Chiefs, coming straight home to me,&#34; Swift sang with a giggle, per <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/swifferupdates/status/1723599891614642404">videos captured by fans</a> at the Estadio River Plate concert.</p><p>TikTok user @flormosso caught <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@flormosso_/video/7300424469720517893">Kelce&#39;s reaction</a> to the moment, when the crowd erupted into cheers. The two-time Super Bowl champ covered a huge grin with his hands while Scott patted him on the shoulder.</p><p>Kelce later said&nbsp;he &#34;had a little bit of a clue&#34; that Swift was preparing something special for the show, but once he heard the lyric change, it &#34;still shocked me.&#34;</p><p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29">&#34;I was like, &#39;Oh, she really just said that,&#39;&#34; <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-had-clue-taylor-swift-would-change-karma-lyrics-still-shocked-8402073">he said on his podcast</a>.</p></div><div class="slide">November 11, 2023: Swift and Kelce share their first public kiss.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6550e38e58cf5fbccb9554a7?format=jpeg" height="854" width="1139" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kissing."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kissing.<p class="copyright">X/@ViralContentz</p></figcaption></figure><p>When her second concert in Buenos Aires ended, Swift left the stage and ran into Kelce&#39;s arms as he waited for her by an exit.</p><p>The couple <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/PopBase/status/1723539125360549912">shared their first public kiss </a>as fans cheered.</p></div><div class="slide">November 20, 2023: Kelce praises Swift in an interview.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6570aaee58e7c0c29a2a30f7?format=jpeg" height="1643" width="2190" charset="" alt="travis kelce wall street journal magazine"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce photographed for WSJ. Magazine.<p class="copyright">Gregory Harris for WSJ. Magazine</p></figcaption></figure><p>In a cover story for WSJ. Magazine, the NFL player said he was a Swiftie before he began dating the pop star.</p><p>He <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-taylor-swift-songs-lyrics-learning-from-singer-relationship-2023-11">praised Swift&#39;s songwriting</a>, especially her song &#34;Blank Space,&#34; and even described his girlfriend as &#34;a genius.&#34;</p><p>&#34;I&#39;m learning every day,&#34; Kelce said, describing Swift&#39;s intelligence as &#34;mind-blowing.&#34;</p><p>He also said he&#39;s been <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-discussing-taylor-swift-relationship-hesitant-reason-interview-2023-11">hesitant to discuss their relationship</a> in public because he doesn&#39;t want to spook her.</p><p>&#34;That was the biggest thing to me: make sure I don&#39;t say anything that would push Taylor away,&#34; he said.</p><p>&#34;Obviously I&#39;ve never dated anyone with that kind of aura about them… I&#39;ve never dealt with it,&#34; Kelce added. &#34;But at the same time, I&#39;m not running away from any of it.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">December 3, 2023: Swift attends another of Kelce&#39;s games in Green Bay, Wisconsin.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6570a85c0ec98e92f74ca9a5?format=jpeg" height="1733" width="2311" charset="" alt="taylor swift brittany mahomes nfl game"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes cheer for the Chiefs in December.<p class="copyright">Stacy Revere/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Once again, Swift was photographed cheering for Kelce in a private suite with Brittany Mahomes. (Unfortunately, the team lost to the Green Bay Packers 27-19.)</p><p>&#34;They&#39;re both really hard workers, and he acknowledges her art is hers, and he has what&#39;s his,&#34; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-cheers-travis-kelce-packers-chiefs-game-8403852">an anonymous source told People</a>. &#34;He understands the territory their relationship comes with and like he said, isn&#39;t letting any of the hoopla impact how they&#39;re growing together.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">December 6, 2023: Swift confirms her relationship status with Kelce and says they&#39;re &#34;proud of each other.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6570abdb7a3c8094d5da3215?format=jpeg" height="2800" width="2100" charset="" alt="taylor swift time magazine person of the year cover"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift is Time&#39;s 2023 Person of the Year.<p class="copyright">Inez and Vinoodh for Time</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift opened up about Kelce in&nbsp;a cover story for <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://time.com/6342806/person-of-the-year-2023-taylor-swift/">Time magazine</a>, which named her Person of the Year for 2023.</p><p>She said she <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-nfl-games-attendance-reaction-travis-kelce-2023-12">enjoys attending NFL games</a> &#34;to support Travis&#34; and praised him for openly courting her on his podcast.</p><p>Although Swift has a complicated history with dating in the public eye &mdash; and has kept <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-joe-alwyn-relationship-details-timeline">previous relationships</a> extremely private &mdash; she said there&#39;s nothing to hide when it comes to Kelce.</p><p>&#34;When you say a relationship is public, that means I&#39;m going to see him do what he loves, we&#39;re showing up for each other, other people are there and we don&#39;t care,&#34; Swift told Time. &#34;The opposite of that is you have to go to an extreme amount of effort to make sure no one knows that you&#39;re seeing someone. And we&#39;re just proud of each other.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">January 26, 2024: Kelce says he and Swift are happy to ignore the &#34;outside noise.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65b81214ac2de4f17ee596b8?format=jpeg" height="2096" width="2795" charset="" alt="taylor swift travis kelce"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce photographed leaving Arrowhead Stadium.<p class="copyright">Tammy Ljungblad/Kansas City Star/Tribune News Service via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>During a Chiefs press conference, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-taylor-swift-can-deal-with-public-attention-on-their-relationship-8550846">Kelce fielded questions</a> about navigating his relationship amid his growing fame.</p><p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6">&#34;As long as we&#39;re happy, we can&#39;t listen to anything that&#39;s outside noise,&#34; Kelce said. &#34;That&#39;s all that matters.&#34;</p><p>Kelce added that he&#39;d be &#34;silly&#34; to deny Swift&#39;s role in his growing fan base, but his priority is still his job.</p><p>&#34;I brought this upon myself, and I do enjoy having fun with it all, and the biggest thing is making sure my focus is right here in this building,&#34; Kelce told reporters.</p></div><div class="slide">January 28, 2024: Swift celebrates with Kelce when the Chiefs secure their spot in the Super Bowl.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65b815837a3d27148875970d?format=jpeg" height="2121" width="2828" charset="" alt="travis kelce taylor swift"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift celebrate the Chiefs&#39; AFC Championship win.<p class="copyright">Patrick Smith/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>For her <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-chiefs-games-photos-2024-1">12th NFL appearance</a>, Swift watched the Chiefs beat the Baltimore Ravens to secure their spot in Super Bowl LVIII.</p><p>After the game, she joined Kelce and his family on the field to celebrate. The couple shared several <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/travis-kelce-kisses-taylor-swift-on-field-after-2024-super-bowl-clinch-8551116">hugs and kisses</a> in front of the crowd.</p></div><div class="slide">February 11, 2024: Swift joins Kelce on the field after he wins the Super Bowl.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65ca2eae6fcb546d2d4e7375?format=jpeg" height="1983" width="2644" charset="" alt="taylor swift travis kelce super bowl"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift share a kiss at the Super Bowl.<p class="copyright">Ezra Shaw/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>At the 2024 Super Bowl, Kelce and the Chiefs became NFL champions for the second year in a row. <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tokyo-concert-super-bowl-japan-embassy-travis-kelce-2024-2">Swift had flown from Tokyo</a> to watch the game and could be seen celebrating the historic win in a VIP box, flanked by friends and members of Kelce&#39;s family.</p><p>Later, she joined Kelce on the field, where the couple shared several intimate hugs and kisses.</p></div><div class="slide">April 13, 2024: Swift and Kelce attend Coachella together.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66310f22ec0c696569ff1faa?format=jpeg" height="1616" width="2155" charset="" alt="taylor swift travis kelce coachella"/><figcaption>Ice Spice, Taylor Swift, and Travis Kelce at Coachella.<p class="copyright">Gilbert Flores/WWD via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were spotted in the crowd at Coachella&nbsp;watching pals Ice Spice and Bleachers perform.&nbsp;</p><p>Several videos showing the couple dancing and kissing at the music festival circulated&nbsp;on social media. Swift also wore a &#34;New Heights&#34; hat to support Kelce&#39;s podcast.</p><p>Kelce later said that he prefers to watch concerts &#34;from the fans&#39; perspective.&#34;</p><p>&#34;I&#39;m a fan of the music. I&#39;m a fan of live shows,&#34; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://youtu.be/-IaqH39EkLI?si=WsBuT-wgSUC5o-Ys">Kelce said on his podcast</a>. &#34;I want to see it from the front of the stage. Yeah, we probably could&#39;ve finessed it that way [watching backstage], but I think it&#39;s just that much more of an experience if you&#39;re in the pit, man. If you&#39;re in the madness with all the fans. It was awesome though.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">April 19, 2024: Swift releases her new album &#34;The Tortured Poets Department,&#34; which may include a nod to Kelce.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/661f1b4620b15f0ff4289fe8?format=jpeg" height="3000" width="3000" charset="" alt="taylor swift the tortured poets department deluxe album cover"/><figcaption><p class="copyright">Beth Garrabrant</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-too-many-songs-tortured-poets-department-opinion-2024-4">Swift&#39;s 31-track double album</a> &#34;The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology&#34; contains&nbsp;two songs that may nod to Kelce.</p><p>The first is &#34;The Alchemy,&#34; which doubles as a love song and an ode to Swift&#39;s enduring career. The lyrics feature several sport-related metaphors like &#34;Call the amateurs and cut &#39;em from the team&#34; and &#34;Where&#39;s the trophy? He just comes running over to me.&#34;</p><p>According to the liner notes, &#34;The Alchemy&#34; was copyrighted in 2023, so it&#39;s unclear how deeply tied to Kelce it can be. (<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-albums-ranked-by-quality-best-worst-2023-3">Swift&#39;s albums</a> are typically finished several months ahead of their release date, ensuring <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/interactive/2024/how-vinyl-records-made-taylor-swift/">vinyl factories have enough time</a> to fulfill preorders.)</p><p>However, &#34;So High School,&#34; which also seemingly references Kelce, was released in <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-anthology-review-deluxe-songs-2024-4">the deluxe half of &#34;TTPD,&#34;</a> meaning it wasn&#39;t included with physical copies of the album. A song can be made available to stream almost immediately after completion, so it&#39;s possible the song was written more recently.</p><p>&#34;So High School&#34; is perhaps the only straightforward love song on &#34;Poets,&#34; depicting a relationship that transports Swift back to her &#34;You Belong With Me&#34; days &mdash; the giddy rush of young love and lust.</p><p>The track appears to include direct references to Kelce, including &#34;You know how to ball, I know Aristotle,&#34; &#34;You knew what you wanted and, boy, you got her,&#34; and &#34;Are you gonna marry, kiss, or kill me?&#34;</p><p>Back in 2016, Kelce played a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://youtu.be/90terRJMU1g?si=eG0nn-dk6lXAij-o">game of &#34;Kiss, Marry, Kill&#34;</a> with AfterBuzz TV, in which he chose to kiss Swift.</p></div><div class="slide">April 27, 2024: Kelce calls Swift his &#34;significant other&#34; at a charity gala.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66311912ec0c696569ff2864?format=jpeg" height="2000" width="2668" charset="" alt="travis kelce taylor swift flag"/><figcaption>A Kansas City Chiefs fan supports Kelce and Swift at the Super Bowl victory parade.<p class="copyright">David Eulitt/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Kelce <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-hold-hands-at-patrick-mahomes-charity-gala-8640229">brought Swift as his date</a> to the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation Golf Classic gala&nbsp;in Las Vegas.</p><p>In a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6UtmUHPsV1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link">highlights reel</a> shared by Kelce&#39;s teammate, the couple can be seen walking into the event holding hands.</p><p>Other clips shared by fans at the event show Kelce and Swift cuddling and kissing at their table. At one point, Kelce made a speech and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mrbridgerton/video/7362773397795032366">referred to Swift</a> as his &#34;significant other.&#34; For a surprise auction item, they sold four tickets to the Eras Tour for $80,000.</p></div><div class="slide">May 12, 2024: Kelce watches Swift perform her 87th show on the Eras Tour.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6642300bf27898f532d70135?format=jpeg" height="2095" width="2794" charset="" alt="taylor swift eras tour"/><figcaption>Taylor Swift performs in France.<p class="copyright">Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>When Swift returned to the stage for the European leg, she had adjusted <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-set-list-in-order-2024-5">the Eras Tour set list</a> to perform songs from &#34;The Tortured Poets Department.&#34; The new segment includes &#34;So High School,&#34; possibly as a nod to her current relationship.</p><p>Swift&#39;s fourth and final performance in France also happened to be the tour&#39;s 87th show. Kelce, who wears No. 87 for the Chiefs, was in the audience. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/kaiamal13/status/1789801300776911236">Kelce was spotted dancing</a> with Swift&#39;s close friend, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swifts-squad-where-are-they-now-2019-1">Gigi Hadid</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://x.com/SwiftNYC/status/1789760227752993259">filming Swift</a> on his iPhone.</p><p>&#34;Can you believe it&#39;s our 87th show tonight?&#34; Swift asked the audience during her acoustic set, just before playing &#34;The Alchemy&#34; and &#34;Begin Again&#34; as <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-surprise-songs-acoustic-2023-4">the evening&#39;s surprise songs</a>.</p><p>During the concert&#39;s &#34;1989&#34; segment, Swift also <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-outfits-ranked-2023-8">debuted a new outfit</a>: a glittering yellow top with a red ombré skirt. Fans interpreted this as a nod to Kelce and the Chiefs because <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-football-outfits-are-huge-for-fashion-brands-2024-2">the team&#39;s colors</a> are yellow and red. (Kelce previously said <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/travis-kelce-favorite-taylor-swift-lyric-1235500636/">his favorite song of Swift&#39;s</a> is &#34;Blank Space&#34; from &#34;1989&#34;).</p><p>Finally, to close the evening, Swift tweaked the lyrics of &#34;Karma&#34; to salute &#34;the guy on the Chiefs&#34; for the second time.</p></div><div class="slide">June 23, 2024: Kelce makes his debut appearance on the Eras Tour stage.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66798591d1c84a0eaca70dcf?format=jpeg" height="4734" width="6312" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift is joined onstage by Travis Kelce (R), during &#34;Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour&#34; at Wembley Stadium on June 23, 2024 in London, England."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift is joined onstage by Travis Kelce (R), during &#34;Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour&#34; at Wembley Stadium on June 23, 2024 in London, England.<p class="copyright">Gareth Cattermole/TAS24 via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>During Swift&#39;s third and final performance in London, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-onstage-london-video-2024-6">Kelce made a surprise appearance</a> during her onstage costume change for &#34;The Tortured Poets Department.&#34;</p><p>This scene depicts Swift getting shot and killed at the end of &#34;The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived.&#34; Then, she&#39;s picked up and revived by a set of dancers dressed as ringmasters. These characters force Swift to strip down, put on heels, and keep performing through the pain &mdash; a segue into her meta bop (and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-album-review-tracklist-breakdown-2024-4">&#34;TTPD&#34; album highlight</a>) &#34;I Can Do It With a Broken Heart.&#34;</p><p>Kelce joined the skit as another ringmaster. He picked up Swift&#39;s body from the stage, carried her to the fainting couch, and mimed applying powder to her face with a makeup brush.&nbsp;</p><p>Kelce is now cemented in Swiftian history as the first boyfriend to join Swift onstage during one of her concerts.</p></div><div class="slide">September 7, 2024: Swift brings Kelce as her date to a friend&#39;s wedding.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67055627198738e3a70f0d61?format=jpeg" height="1923" width="2565" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce leave a friend&#39;s wedding in New York City."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce leave a friend&#39;s wedding in New York City.<p class="copyright">MEGA/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were spotted out together in New York City, where they attended the wedding of Karen Elson and Lee Foster, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-album-review-tracklist-breakdown-2024-4">per Vogue</a>.</p><p>Elson is a model, while Foster is the owner of Electric Lady Studios, where Swift has recorded many songs over the years &mdash; <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://electricladystudios.com/taylor-swift-records-lover-at-electric-lady/">from &#34;Lover&#34;</a> to &#34;<a target="_blank" href="https://electricladystudios.com/taylor-swift-releases-tortured-poets-department-recorded-in-part-at-electric-lady-studios/">The Tortured Poets Department</a>.&#34;</p><p>Swift wore a cream-colored floral dress for the occasion, paired with a Vivienne Westwood purse, Louboutin sandals, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-most-expensive-fashion-jewelry-worn-this-year-2024-3">$64,000 worth of jewelry</a>.</p></div><div class="slide">September 8, 2024: The couple attends the US Open together.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66e30ec7cfb7f307e570eb7e?format=jpeg" height="4242" width="5657" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce hugging Taylor Swift from behind at the 2024 US Open Tennis Championships."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the 2024 US Open Tennis Championships.<p class="copyright">Gotham/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>During an extended break from the Eras Tour, Swift and Kelce attended the 2024 US Open Tennis Championships, where they were photographed cuddling, kissing, and singing along to &#34;I Believe In a Thing Called Love&#34; by The Darkness. They even wore <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelces-best-couple-style-moments-2024-9">color-coordinating outfits</a>.</p><p>The couple was joined by friends like <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-brittany-mahomes-us-open-photos-backlash-explained-2024-9">Brittany Mahomes</a> and the Haim sisters.</p></div><div class="slide">September 11, 2024: Swift gives a shout-out to &#34;my boyfriend Travis&#34; at the VMAs.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/66e30f1ccfb7f307e570ebf8?format=jpeg" height="4000" width="5333" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift accepts the award for video of the year at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift accepts the award for video of the year at the 2024 VMAs.<p class="copyright">Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p><a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-post-malone-fortnight-music-video-details-you-missed">Swift&#39;s &#34;Fortnight&#34;</a> won video of the year at the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/katy-perry-vmas-vanguard-performance-review-2024-9">2024 MTV Video Music Awards</a>. During her acceptance speech, she described her joyful experience filming (and directing) the video.</p><p>&#34;Something that I&#39;ll always remember is when I finished a take and I&#39;d say &#39;cut,&#39; and we&#39;d be done with that take, I would always hear someone cheering from across the studio where we were shooting it,&#34; she said. &#34;That one person was my boyfriend, Travis.&#34;</p><p>After an eruption of applause, Swift continued to thank Kelce for his positive attitude.</p><p>&#34;Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic,&#34; she said. &#34;So I want to thank him for adding that to our shoot because I&#39;ll always remember that.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">October 7, 2024: After skipping a few games, Swift makes a stylish return to Arrowhead Stadium.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67054a9ca703186492803738?format=jpeg" height="1800" width="2400" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Chiefs game in Kansas City on October 7, 2024."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Chiefs game in Kansas City on October 7, 2024.<p class="copyright">David Eulitt/Cooper Neill/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Despite recent <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-travis-kelces-romance-under-microscope-after-singer-skipped-last-two-games">tabloid speculation</a> about their relationship status, Swift showed up to cheer for Kelce when the Chiefs took on the New Orleans Saints.</p><p>Swift wore a Vivienne Westwood set and glitter freckles for the occasion in Kansas City, where the Chiefs won their fifth consecutive game and extended their undefeated season.</p></div><div class="slide">January 26, 2025: Once again, Swift celebrates on the field when the Chiefs win the AFC championship.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67a95642eb4be2fff9a40f6a?format=jpeg" height="1949" width="3006" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrate the Chiefs becoming 2025 AFC champions."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrate the Chiefs becoming 2025 AFC champions.<p class="copyright">Jamie Squire/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>For the second year in a row, Swift watched the Chiefs become AFC champions at Arrowhead Stadium &mdash; her ninth attendance of the season and 22nd total. She joined Kelce and his team for the on-field celebrations.</p></div><div class="slide">February 9, 2025: Swift supports Kelce at Super Bowl LIX.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/67a9721f6630eb10385c0c0e?format=jpeg" height="1999" width="3000" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift at Caesars Superdome on February 9, 2025."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift at Caesars Superdome on February 9, 2025.<p class="copyright">Gregory Shamus/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift traveled to New Orleans to cheer for Kelce at their second Super Bowl as a couple.</p><p>Earlier that week, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://pagesix.com/2025/02/08/celebrity-news/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-go-on-double-date-with-patrick-and-brittany-mahomes-ahead-of-super-bowl-2025/">the couple was spotted dining</a> with Patrick and Brittany Mahomes at Lilette, a popular French restaurant in the city. Swift also had <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://people.com/taylor-swift-dines-out-kylie-kelce-danielle-alana-haim-new-orleans-night-before-super-bowl-8788551">dinner with friends</a> at Gianna, an Italian restaurant near the French Quarter, the night before the big game.</p><p>Some of those friends accompanied Swift to Caesars Superdome, including the Haim sisters, Ice Spice, and stylist Ashley Avignone, who was previously mentioned in the liner notes of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-red-taylors-version">Swift&#39;s 2012 album &#34;Red.&#34;</a></p><p>Unlike the previous year, the Chiefs lost at the Super Bowl, falling to the Eagles 40-22.</p></div><div class="slide">June 12, 2025: The couple attends the 2025 Stanley Cup Final.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6883cd9685e81483682eb6e2?format=jpeg" height="2001" width="3000" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attend Game Four of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final in Florida."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attend Game Four of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final in Florida.<p class="copyright">Bruce Bennett/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce were spotted in a VIP box at Amerant Bank Arena, when the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers faced off in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final.</p></div><div class="slide">July 24, 2025: Kelce shares several photos with Swift on Instagram to commemorate their recent &#34;adventures.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6883c43985e81483682eb518?format=jpeg" height="1080" width="1440" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift in a photo shared to Instagram on July 24, 2025."/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift in a photo shared to Instagram on July 24, 2025.<p class="copyright">@killatrav/Instagram</p></figcaption></figure><p>With <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.chiefs.com/news/five-observations-from-thursday-s-practice-chiefs-training-camp-7-24">training camp freshly underway</a> for the NFL&#39;s 2025-26 season, Kelce shared a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMgXbQ0yWqW/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1">photo dump on Instagram</a> that offered a peek into his and <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/where-is-taylor-swift-2025-5">Swift&#39;s downtime</a> since the Super Bowl. &#34;Had some adventures this offseason, kept it 100,&#34; Kelce wrote in the caption.</p><p>Swift is featured in seven out of the 13 photos. The carousel includes shots of the couple ice skating, drinking wine with friends, and wearing novelty hats that say &#34;Captain&#34; and &#34;First Mate.&#34; Swift&#39;s brother, Austin Swift, also appears in a few of the photos.</p><p>The post marked the first time Kelce shared personal photos of Swift on social media.</p></div><div class="slide">August 12, 2025: Swift announces her new album, &#34;The Life of a Showgirl,&#34; with Kelce&#39;s help.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/689b4a59cfc04e97619b3e5e?format=jpeg" height="3342" width="5013" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift wears an orange dress onstage at the Eras Tour."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift wears an orange dress onstage at the Eras Tour.<p class="copyright">Vittorio Zunino Celotto/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management</p></figcaption></figure><p>Shortly after Swift&#39;s social media team began teasing her &#34;new era&#34; on August 11, she was confirmed as a guest on the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-taylor-swift-podcast-new-heights-2025-8">forthcoming episode of &#34;New Heights.&#34;</a></p><p>At 12:12 a.m. ET on August 12, Swift shared a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNPbaYMuypd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MWs4cTB1bTdlMTUyNg==">collaborative Instagram post</a> with the &#34;New Heights&#34; account. In the short teaser clip, Swift, seated next to Kelce, revealed the title of her new album, &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-album-release-tracklist-details-2025-8">The Life of a Showgirl</a>.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">August 12, 2025: Kelce gushes about being Swift&#39;s &#34;plus one.&#34;<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/689b4c05cfc04e97619b3e8d?format=jpeg" height="5000" width="4926" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce photographed in New York City."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce photographed in New York City.<p class="copyright">XNY/Star Max/GC Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>In a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.gq.com/story/travis-kelce-september-cover-2025-interview-super-bowl-taylor-swift">cover story for GQ</a>, Kelce opened up about his and Swift&#39;s relationship dynamic.</p><p>&#34;I get to be the plus one,&#34; he said. &#34;I get to go and be that fan. Because I <em>am</em> a fan. I&#39;m a fan of music. I&#39;m a fan of art. And it&#39;s so cool that I get to experience her being that plus one for me on the football field… I feel that same enjoyment every time she comes to <em>my</em> shows.&#34;</p><p>Kelce also discussed the similarities between himself and Swift as entertainers, performing for sold-out stadium crowds.</p><p>&#34;I hadn&#39;t experienced somebody in the same shoes as me, having a partner who understands the scrutiny, understands the ups and downs of being in front of millions,&#34; he said. &#34;That was very relatable, seeing how exhausted she would get after shows. She may not think of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-facts-earnings-profit-2024-12">herself as an athlete</a>. She will never tell anyone that she is an athlete. But I&#39;ve seen what she goes through. I&#39;ve seen the amount of work that she puts on her body, and it&#39;s mind-blowing.&#34;</p></div><div class="slide">August 13, 2025: A new episode of &#34;New Heights&#34; premieres with Swift as the guest star.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/689d25ec194a2d49b8ae8886?format=jpeg" height="1609" width="2880" charset="" alt="Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift on an episode of &#34;New Heights.&#34;"/><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift on an episode of &#34;New Heights.&#34;<p class="copyright">New Heights/YouTube</p></figcaption></figure><p>Making her debut podcast appearance on &#34;New Heights,&#34; Swift opened up about her first impression of Kelce and his original method of getting her attention.</p><p>&#34;This kind of felt more like I was in an &#39;80s John Hughes movie and he was just like, standing outside of my window with a boombox, just being like, &#39;I wanna date you!&#39;&#34; she said. &#34;I was like, if this guy isn&#39;t crazy, which is a big if, this is sort of what I&#39;ve been writing songs about wanting to happen to me since I was a teenager.&#34;</p><p>In response, Kelce joked, &#34;And I was sitting there at the Eras Tour, listening to every single one of those songs, like, &#39;I know what she wants me to do.&#39;&#34;</p><p>Both Kelce and Swift repeatedly expressed admiration and awe for each other throughout the episode, thanking the &#34;New Heights&#34; editors and social media teams for helping to forge the connection.</p></div><div class="slide">August 26, 2025: Swift and Kelce announce their engagement.<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adf119cfc04e97619c0d1a?format=jpeg" height="5760" width="8640" charset="" alt="Fans hold cutouts of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift&#39;s heads at a Chiefs game in 2024."/><figcaption>Fans hold cutouts of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift&#39;s heads at a Chiefs game in 2024.<p class="copyright">Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>Swift and Kelce shared a collaborative post on Instagram that included five photos of <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/">Kelce&#39;s proposal</a>. The carousel shows the couple surrounded by pink and white flowers and a close-up shot of the diamond <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">engagement ring on Swift&#39;s finger</a>.</p><p>&#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,&#34; they captioned the post, adding a dynamite emoji.</p></div></div><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
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898.      <title>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged after 2 years of dating</title>
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900.      <description>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have taken the next step in their relationship and are now engaged.</description>
901.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/65d8c44fce7f1785b2e37553?format=jpeg" height="683" width="1024" charset="" alt="Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Super Bowl."/><figcaption>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Super Bowl.<p class="copyright">Ezra Shaw/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged after two years of dating.</li><li>Swift and Kelce announced the news with photos of the proposal on Instagram.</li><li>&#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,&#34; the caption reads.</li></ul><p>Baby, she just said yes: <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline-photos-2023-10">Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce</a> are engaged after dating for two years.</p><p>The couple shared photos on Tuesday of the floral proposal on Instagram. The NFL star is pictured down on one knee, while the pop star&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-engagement-ring-cost-travis-kelce-2025-8">diamond engagement ring</a> is also featured.</p><p>&#34;Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,&#34; the caption reads, punctuated by a dynamite emoji.</p><div id="1756228709861" data-styles="default-width" data-embed-type="custom" data-script="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" class="insider-raw-embed" data-type="embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DN02niAXMM-/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; 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902. <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></div><p>The audio attached to the Instagram post is Swift&#39;s own song, &#34;So High School,&#34; released on her 2024 album &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-album-review-tracklist-breakdown-2024-4">The Tortured Poets Department</a>.&#34;</p><p>While &#34;Poets&#34; was broadly interpreted as a <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-diss-tracks-lyrics-publicists-response-explained-2024-5">breakup album</a>, since it followed Swift&#39;s highly publicized romance with The 1975 front man <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-matty-healy-relationship-timeline-2023-5">Matty Healy</a>, &#34;So High School&#34; was released as a deluxe track on the album&#39;s <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-anthology-review-deluxe-songs-2024-4">extended &#34;Anthology&#34; edition</a>. Fans immediately theorized the romantic song was inspired by Kelce, whom Swift had begun dating the previous summer.</p><p>&#34;Are you gonna marry, kiss, or kill me? / It&#39;s just a game, but really / I&#39;m betting on all three for us two,&#34; Swift sings in the track, which she cowrote with its producer, Aaron Dessner. &#34;No one&#39;s ever had me, not like you.&#34;</p><p>Like the engagement announcement, the song also juxtaposes Swift&#39;s lyricism with Kelce&#39;s athleticism: &#34;You know how to ball, I know Aristotle.&#34;</p><p>Though a dissimilar pair on the surface, Kelce said he was &#34;engulfed&#34; when he watched Swift perform on the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-eras-tour-physical-discomfort-performance-health-kelce-podcast-2025-8">Eras Tour</a>. The Kansas City Chiefs star attended the tour&#39;s stop in 2023 at Arrowhead Stadium, his team&#39;s home turf, where he hoped he could meet Swift backstage.</p><p>No such opportunity materialized, so Kelce took to his podcast, &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-taylor-swift-podcast-new-heights-2025-8">New Heights</a>,&#34; to publicly declare his interest in Swift.</p><p>Two months later, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-chiefs-games-photos-2024-1">Swift attended a Chiefs game</a> &mdash; the first of many. She later said she was impressed by Kelce&#39;s grand gesture.</p><p>&#34;I owe a lot to this podcast,&#34; Swift said when she recently appeared on &#34;New Heights&#34; to promote her coming album, &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-life-of-a-showgirl-album-release-tracklist-details-2025-8">The Life of a Showgirl</a>.&#34; &#34;This podcast got me a boyfriend, ever since Travis decided to use it as his personal dating app two years ago.&#34;</p><p>&#34;If this guy isn&#39;t crazy, this is sort of like what I&#39;ve been writing songs about wanting to happen to me since I was a teenager,&#34; she added.</p><p>Throughout their relationship, both Kelce and Swift have gushed about each other in interviews, with Kelce praising <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/travis-kelce-taylor-swift-songs-lyrics-learning-from-singer-relationship-2023-11">Swift&#39;s songwriting and work ethic</a> and Swift praising <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-nfl-games-attendance-reaction-travis-kelce-2023-12">Kelce&#39;s boldness and confidence</a>.</p><p>Earlier this month, in a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.gq.com/story/travis-kelce-september-cover-2025-interview-super-bowl-taylor-swift">GQ cover story</a>, Kelce opened up about his parents&#39; divorce and how their relationship affected his view of marriage.</p><p>&#34;I never saw the romance of it all. A lot of friends I grew up with shared that. The handful of my friends whose parents are still together and still thriving &mdash; those are situations I would love to have,&#34; Kelce said.</p><p>&#34;Not that I think my parents dealt with it the wrong way or anything like that,&#34; he continued. &#34;It&#39;s more so, if we&#39;re gonna start this and do it, why not try and do it to last forever?&#34;</p><p>For her part, Swift has been writing songs about marriage and weddings for her entire career, dating back to tracks like 2006&#39;s &#34;Mary&#39;s Song (Oh My My My)&#34; and her 2009 hit single &#34;Love Story.&#34;</p><p>More recently, Swift has expressed ambivalent feelings about marriage in her music, as in 2022&#39;s &#34;Lavender Haze&#34; (&#34;No deal, that 1950s shit they want from me&#34;) and 2023&#39;s &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-youre-losing-me-lyrics-references-analysis-explanation-2023-6">You&#39;re Losing Me</a>&#34; (&#34;I wouldn&#39;t marry me either, a pathological people pleaser&#34;), both tracks from her 10th <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-midnights-album-review-tracklist-breakdown-2022-10">album &#34;Midnights.&#34;</a></p><p>At the time the album was written, Swift was dating her longtime partner, the British actor <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-joe-alwyn-relationship-details-timeline">Joe Alwyn</a>. The two kept their relationship famously private for six years before news of their split broke in early 2023, just after the Eras Tour began.</p><p>Since Swift began dating Kelce, she has embraced a more public-facing relationship style, even involving <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-life-of-a-showgirl-album-marketing-2025-8">Kelce in her business ventures</a>. She told Time magazine in 2023 that she&#39;s &#34;more trusting now.&#34;</p><p>&#34;When you say a relationship is public, that means I&#39;m going to see him do what he loves, we&#39;re showing up for each other, other people are there and we don&#39;t care,&#34; Swift said. &#34;The opposite of that is you have to go to an extreme amount of effort to make sure no one knows that you&#39;re seeing someone. And we&#39;re just proud of each other.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
903.      <author>jguerrasio@businessinsider.com (Jason Guerrasio,Callie Ahlgrim)</author>
904.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engaged-2025-8</guid>
905.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:27:26 +0000</pubDate>
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917.      <title>ESPN streaming service: Price, plans, and content in the new direct-to-consumer streamer</title>
918.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/espn-streaming-service</link>
919.      <description>The new ESPN streaming service is here. Learn everything you need to know about prices, plans, bundles, and more.</description>
920.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="headline-regular financial-disclaimer">When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/insider-reviews-expertise-in-product-reviews">Learn more</a></p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a62751a17a8c5b40533045?format=jpeg" height="2784" width="5568" charset="" alt="A general view of the ESPN logo on a broadcast camera during a WNBA game."/><figcaption>The brand-new ESPN streaming experience launches on August 21, 2025.<p class="copyright">Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><p>After a lengthy wait, the brand-new ESPN streaming service has finally arrived. For the first time, all of the flagship ESPN properties will be available in full in one place.</p><p>The new <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110297604gf-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=68a5e8a76b0299bf7946b055&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fespn-streaming-service&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">ESPN</a> streaming service is a one-stop shop for all things ESPN, offering all 12 of ESPN&#39;s linear networks in one place. This is a landmark move as more networks begin to launch individual streaming services and double down on their existing DTC (direct-to-consumer) properties. Previously, the cheapest way to live stream the ESPN network directly was through a live TV streaming service (in this case, Sling TV Orange, for $45.99 a month), but the launch of ESPN offers a $29.99 a month solution for sports fans through the enhanced ESPN app.</p><p>Below, we&#39;ve outlined everything you need to know about the new ESPN streamer. You can find details on all costs, bundling options, and a limited-time deal. We&#39;ve also broken down what existing ESPN Plus subscribers can expect.</p><h2 id="99e21793-85ce-4bb0-a90f-7ae989679642" data-toc-id="99e21793-85ce-4bb0-a90f-7ae989679642">How much is the new ESPN streaming service?</h2><p>The new ESPN streaming service costs anywhere from $11.99 a month to $44.99 a month (discounted to $38.99 a month), depending on which plan or bundle you sign up for. ESPN Select is the cheapest option at $11.99 a month or $119.99 a year, and ESPN Unlimited is the most expensive stand-alone option, with plans starting at $29.99 a month or $299.99 a year.</p><p>There are four bundle options for ESPN, Disney Plus, and Hulu. Two plans include access to ESPN Unlimited. The basic bundle offers ad-supported Disney Plus and Hulu, starting at $35.99 a month, but users can get their first 12 months for just $29.99 a month.</p><p>Similarly, the premium bundle offers ad-free Disney Plus and Hulu, and starts at $44.99 a month, but users can get their first 12 months for $38.99 a month. After 12 months, monthly subscriptions will auto-renew at the then-standard rate. These are limited-time deals.</p><p>The other two plans bundle ad-supported Disney Plus, ad-supported Hulu, and ESPN Select for $16.99 a month or ad-free Disney Plus, ad-free Hulu, and ESPN Select for $26.99 a month.</p><p>We&#39;ve only seen ESPN Select, ESPN Unlimited, and the Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle advertised on the ESPN website, but the other bundles are visible through non-ESPN Disney sites, like Disney Plus and Hulu.</p><p>You can find a full price breakdown below. Two ESPN bundles, with FOX One and NFL Plus, will launch later this fall. Or, browse <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110297604gf-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=68a5e8a76b0299bf7946b055&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fespn-streaming-service&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">directly at ESPN</a>.</p><table style="min-width: 50px"><colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"/><col style="min-width: 25px"/></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Plan</td><td>Cost</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">ESPN Select</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$11.99/month</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">ESPN Unlimited</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$29.99/month</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$16.99/month</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Premium</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$26.99/month</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><s>$35.99/month</s> $29.99/month</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Premium</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><s>$44.99/month</s> $38.99/month</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46" data-toc-id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46">What are the different ESPN streaming service plans?</h2><p id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46">ESPN has four different subscription options. The two stand-alone ESPN plans are Select and Unlimited. <strong>ESPN Select</strong> is just ESPN Plus with a new name. It offers the same 32,000 live events, including select coverage from ESPN and ABC networks, but it doesn&#39;t have 1:1 live streams of the channels.</p><p id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46"><strong>ESPN Unlimited</strong> carries ESPN Select/Plus offerings and live content from ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNU, ESPNews, ESPN Deportes, ESPN on ABC, the SEC Network, SEC Network Plus, the ACC Network, and ACC Network Extra.</p><p id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46">The currently available <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110297604gf-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=68a5e8a76b0299bf7946b055&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fespn-streaming-service&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">bundle options</a> combine ESPN Unlimited or ESPN Select with ad-supported Disney Plus and Hulu or ad-free Disney Plus and Hulu. Disney Plus unlocks an impressive suite of content from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel, while Hulu carries popular network TV shows, films, and streaming originals.</p><p id="2bfdc78a-704b-4ecc-916e-3feabfcd2a46">While the stand-alone ESPN Select and Unlimited plans have annual options, which can save consumers money year-over-year compared to paying monthly for 12 months, the bundle options are only available on a month-to-month basis.</p><h2 id="f2a402c2-b3e7-4852-8aa4-de53f8cc4ff6" data-toc-id="f2a402c2-b3e7-4852-8aa4-de53f8cc4ff6">How to sign up for the new ESPN streaming service</h2><p>It&#39;s easy to sign up for the new ESPN streaming service. Just go to the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110297604gf-20&amp;h=140da568f6f1f1f7d772ab00110d42c9e529ab552924816372d4993f0c585638&amp;postID=68a5e8a76b0299bf7946b055&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fespn-streaming-service&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.espn.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">ESPN</a> streaming website and sign up. You can also sign up for the service with the Disney Plus and Hulu bundles via the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?amazonTrackingID=bi-auto-15110297604gf-20&amp;h=86aab8548f4bcb3a69216d3a36acecad9b7ee7e07b8905829862fdcf29d63e99&amp;postID=68a5e8a76b0299bf7946b055&amp;postSlug=guides%2Fstreaming%2Fespn-streaming-service&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" data-autoaffiliated="true">Disney Plus</a> website.</p><p>No matter which plan you&#39;re trying to sign up for, be it a stand-alone or bundle, you&#39;ll be required to make a MyDisney login. If you&#39;ve ever had a Disney Plus, Hulu, or ESPN Plus account, you&#39;ll have a MyDisney login via the email associated with your account. If you haven&#39;t subscribed to a Disney-owned streamer in the past, you&#39;ll be prompted to make a MyDisney login for the first time. Creating a MyDisney login is free and doesn&#39;t require payment.</p><p>Once you sign in with your new or existing account, you&#39;ll be able to see all plan options and select the subscription of your choice. From there, you can input your desired payment method if you don&#39;t already have one saved.</p><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68a72912cfc04e97619bc304?format=jpeg" height="1200" width="2606" charset="" alt="An image of the available plans on the new ESPN streaming service, with the words &#34;Make Your Pick&#34;"/><figcaption>Once you log in or create a MyDisney account, you&#39;ll get to see the available plans.<p class="copyright">ESPN</p></figcaption></figure><h2 id="01f04c17-2f1a-4132-bf77-13f7a0972cd8" data-toc-id="01f04c17-2f1a-4132-bf77-13f7a0972cd8">What about existing ESPN Plus subscribers?</h2><p id="01f04c17-2f1a-4132-bf77-13f7a0972cd8">Existing ESPN Plus subscribers will be automatically enrolled in ESPN Select, so they don&#39;t need to worry about signing up again. Like ESPN Plus, ESPN Select costs $11.99 a month or $119.99 a year, so there will be no change in billing price. The same goes for those currently enrolled in a Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN Plus bundle.</p><h2 id="b931b731-ca67-43ea-a3f4-874f8c689967" data-toc-id="b931b731-ca67-43ea-a3f4-874f8c689967">Are there other ways to get ESPN Unlimited?</h2><p id="01f04c17-2f1a-4132-bf77-13f7a0972cd8">There are a few other ways to gain access to ESPN Unlimited. Select TV partners automatically include ESPN Unlimited. If you&#39;re subscribed to Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Spectrum TV, or one of the eligible DirecTV streaming plans, then you&#39;ll be able to activate an ESPN plan through your service. This is applicable to both existing subscribers and new customers who sign up for any of the above plans. </p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/espn-streaming-service">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
921.      <author>insider@insider.com (Lillian Brown)</author>
922.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/espn-streaming-service</guid>
923.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
924.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/insiderpicks-streaming">Streaming (Reviews)</category>
925.      <category domain="https://www.businessinsider.com/sports">Sports</category>
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933.      <title>Paul Graham, who coined &#39;founder mode,&#39; says it&#39;s possible to go &#39;too far&#39; and veer into micromanaging</title>
934.      <link>https://www.businessinsider.com/founder-mode-paul-graham-difference-micromanaging-2025-8</link>
935.      <description>Paul Graham coined &#34;founder mode&#34; almost a year ago. Now, he&#39;s differentiating between being in the details and micromanaging.</description>
936.      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/68adbc41a17a8c5b4053797c?format=jpeg" height="1897" width="2769" charset="" alt="Paul Graham is pictured in conversation with Charlie Rose."/><figcaption>Almost a year out from his viral essay, Paul Graham reflected on the difference between going &#34;founder mode&#34; and micromanaging.<p class="copyright">Joe Corrigan/Getty Images for AOL</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Y Combinator cofounder <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/paul-graham-how-save-job-ai-2025-8" data-autoaffiliated="false">Paul Graham</a> reflected on &#34;founder mode&#34; almost a year after coining the leadership term.</li><li>&#34;Founder mode&#34; means staying in the details even as your company grows, and never becoming a &#34;professional manager.&#34;</li><li>Graham said there&#39;s a difference between founder mode and micromanaging.</li></ul><p>Going &#34;<a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/samsung-stock-chips-deal-tesla-elon-musk-founder-mode-2025-7">founder mode</a>&#34; means staying close to the action, keeping a watchful eye on every layer of your company&#39;s operations, even as it leaves the small-scale startup days.</p><p>What it doesn&#39;t mean is micromanaging, according to the guy who coined the phrase.</p><p>Paul Graham, cofounder of the famed startup accelerator Y Combinator, first wrote the term in a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://paulgraham.com/foundermode.html">2024 essay</a> that quickly made waves in Silicon Valley. In the essay, he separated &#34;founder mode&#34; from &#34;manager mode,&#34; explaining that corporate visionaries are far too often asked to become &#34;professional managers&#34; and delegate to C-suite executives as their companies expand.</p><p>Graham wrote the essay after hearing Airbnb CEO and cofounder Brian Chesky give a talk about his management philosophy. Published in September, the essay caught fire among a generation of tech founders looking to reclaim their increasingly bureaucratic operations.</p><p>Almost a year later, Graham reflected on the essay on the &#34;<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-social-radars/id1677066062?i=1000723131753">Social Radars</a>&#34; podcast hosted by Y Combinator cofounder Jessica Livingston and Carolynn Levy, the incubator&#39;s managing director.</p><p>Livingston pointed out that some people had accused Chesky of <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/micromanager-boss-this-is-what-i-learned-2019-3">micromanaging</a> and wondered whether &#34;we need to de-stigmatize the word micromanaging.&#34;</p><p>Graham pushed back, saying there&#39;s &#34;such a thing&#34; as &#34;going too far.&#34;</p><p>&#34;For example, one thing we know is going too far is when you make someone do their job worse,&#34; Graham said. He said that if we &#34;measure by results,&#34; then micromanaging to a worse outcome is &#34;certainly possible to do.&#34;</p><p>Graham gave the example of graphic designers who know significantly more about design than their clients. An overly meddlesome boss might slow the graphic designer down, ignore their expertise, and steamroll their way to a terrible final product.</p><p>&#34;A rule of thumb in the world of advertising [is] never let the customer be in the ads,&#34; he said, giving another example. &#34;Because they think they&#39;re an actor, and they&#39;re just not.&#34;</p><p>Graham said it&#39;s worth thinking about where the line between &#34;founder mode&#34; and micromanaging lies, as there are examples of successful collaborations with &#34;notoriously picky&#34; people, like Apple cofounder Steve Jobs and his chief designer.</p><p>&#34;If anybody was going to be accused of micromanaging someone, it would be Steve Jobs. And yet somehow, <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sir-jony-ive">Jony Ive</a>, who&#39;s this brilliant designer, didn&#39;t mind it. He seemed to have loved working with Steve. So there is an example of the other side,&#34; Graham said. &#34;You could see something&#39;s micromanaging if the results are worse. You can see that whatever it was was not micromanaging, so you&#39;re kind of narrowing it down.&#34;</p><p>The idea that Ive looked back fondly on his time collaborating with Jobs &mdash; he has called it <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-jony-ive-what-working-with-steve-jobs-was-like-2024-7">&#34;the most joyful and extraordinary 15 years of my life&#34;</a> &mdash; led Graham to his ultimate conclusion: &#34;If the person who&#39;s not the boss, the person who works for the boss, if they feel like it&#39;s a collaboration, then it&#39;s not micromanaging.&#34;</p><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/founder-mode-paul-graham-difference-micromanaging-2025-8">Business Insider</a></div>]]></content:encoded>
937.      <author>hchandonnet@insider.com (Henry Chandonnet)</author>
938.      <guid>https://www.businessinsider.com/founder-mode-paul-graham-difference-micromanaging-2025-8</guid>
939.      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:12:05 +0000</pubDate>
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