Puzzle toys engage a dog’s natural instinct to hunt and forage for food, prevent boredom, and feel more relaxed overall. We asked a professional dog trainer to pick the best dog puzzles, from boards to balls to snuffle mats. Puzzle toys are one of the best and most convenient ways to work a dog’s brain. While they come in a […]

For the first time in years, retailers plan to open more stores than they close. From Ulta Beauty and Sephora, to Dick's Sporting Goods, Five Below and TJ Maxx, businesses are rebounding from the Covid pandemic and looking to expand. Many businesses see an opportunity to sign shorter leases, which can allow them to experiment with different formats. Year-to-date, retailers […]

All signs point to the fact that COVID-19 has had a worse impact on women in the United States compared to men. With most schools operating through remote learning since early 2020, women, who are often the primary caretaker, have predominantly been the ones forced to attempt to balance their jobs and caring for their children full time. As a […]

A growing number of employers are giving their workers money to buy health coverage on their own. The strategy, made available by Trump, is saving some employers big. One expects to save $7.2 million. But critics worry employers will abuse the strategy, and Biden’s plans for HRAs are unclear. See more stories on Insider’s business page. Mark Mixer, CEO of […]

New York (CNN)Virgin Group founder Richard Branson is calling for a permanent end to capital punishment around the globe, and he wants more business leaders to get on board. The 70-year-old British billionaire announced a new campaign to build support for abolishing the death penalty at a virtual South By Southwest event Thursday. “I have always thought the death penalty […]

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine is safe, the European medicines regulator said Thursday. The European Medicines Agency’s statement followed an investigation of blood clots in vaccinated people. Eighteen countries that had paused use of the shot could now lift their suspensions. See more stories on Insider’s business page. AstraZeneca and Oxford University’s COVID-19 vaccine is safe and its benefits clearly outweigh its […]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.— More than 40,000 homes and businesses were left without power in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi after waves of tornadoes moved through the Deep South on Wednesday.  Meanwhile, large hail, wind damage and a tornado threat were expected Thursday mid-morning as far as Virginia and Florida, said the National Weather Service. That had forecasters advising residents in potential danger to keep monitoring […]

"Above the mask" makeup, like eyeliner, mascara and brow products did well during the pandemic, Ulta CEO Mary Dillon told CNBC. Other categories that fared well includes skin care, clean beauty, hair care and fragrance, she said. Dillon will step down as CEO in June and will be replaced by President Dave Kimbell. Spending more time indoors hasn't stopped people […]