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The 44 best gifts for bosses
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The 47 best gifts for bosses
My boss is usually on his fourth cup of Dunkin black coffee by 2 P.M. If your boss is anything like him, give them the upgrade they deserve with a surprisingly affordable French press "The filter does a great job of forming a seal and filtering out coarse coffee grounds," writes freelancer Owen Burke. Read more in our guide to the best French presses. Whether they're curious about their distant surroundings or simply nosy, this handy tool let's them get a closer look.
40 best high school graduation gift ideas for her
Perfect for Swifties and DIY enthusiasts, this bead kit from BaubleBar can be customized with your graduate's name. It also comes with the perfect number of beads to spell her name 10 times. She'll love making bracelets for her old high school friends or her new roommates in college. This versatile and durable bag is not only stylish but also practical for her college years and beyond.
40 best high school graduation gift ideas for her
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen,Kinsley Searles) 40 best high school graduation gift ideas for her : When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Whether their next steps include dorm living and college classes or their own apartment and a brand-new job, graduating high school is an exciting — and scary — time. With this new life stage in mind, the best high school graduation gifts for her are equal parts sentimental and useful.
This $16 rechargeable lighter doesn't require a flame to light your candles, making it safer and more reliable
Continue reading cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Fed up with the waste and lack of reliability of fluid lighters and matches, I sought out a more sustainable and effective way to light my candles. I discovered USB-rechargeable arc lighters, which create an electrical "arc" that's hotter than an open flame and can be used over and over again.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy A sock startup that won over the NBA to become the league's official on-court socks has sold over 50 million pairs to date — here's what makes it so great
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase. Stance is a popular sock brand that has sold over 50 million socks worldwide and was the NBA's official on-court sock for the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 seasons.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Exploding Kittens is the most-backed project on Kickstarter to date — here's how a $20 card game became an internet phenomenon
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Product Embed: Product Name: Exploding Kittens Original Card Game (2-5 players) Card Type: small https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5ee8d5645af6cc62b97e1b27&type=small&live=true Width: 100% Height: 150% The components of a great night in aren't tricky to assemble.
Exploding Kittens is the most-backed project on Kickstarter to date — here's how a $20 card game became an internet phenomenon
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Product Embed: Product Name: Exploding Kittens Original Card Game (2-5 players) Card Type: small https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5ee8d5645af6cc62b97e1b27&type=small&live=true Width: 100% Height: 150% The components of a great night in aren't tricky to assemble.
The evolution of Stitch Fix: from a Harvard student's apartment to a $2 billion company
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more In 2011, Katrina Lake was a student at Harvard Business School who had been inspired by her experience as a retail and restaurant consultant to create a personalized shopping experience driven by data. Out of her Cambridge apartment, she shipped boxes of clothing to friends who needed help shopping for their closets.
I save money on organic groceries with Misfits Market, the subscription that sells ugly produce
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more I actually love grocery shopping in person, but sometimes making a trip to the store during a busy week just isn't possible. That's when online grocery delivery is a game-changer. One of my favorite online grocery services is Misfits Market , a company especially worth trying if you care about buying organic and Earth-friendly groceries from places like Thrive Market .
A running list of stores currently offering curbside pickup for household essentials, groceries, and pet supplies
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Now that social distancing policies and stay-at-home orders are in place for most of the country, online shopping has become even more popular. It's usually a fast, reliable, and contact-free method of getting everything you need, from toilet paper to cleaning supplie s to groceries .
Sanzo is the first sparkling water brand I've seen that features the flavors I grew up with, like calamansi, lychee and Alphonso mango
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Sanzo is making waves in a hard-to-crack industry: sparkling water. Founded by a Filipino-American entrepreneur, the brand focuses on natural, authentic ingredients and Asian flavors like calamansi and lychee.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Amazon's Fire TV Recast is discounted by $100 as an early Prime Day deal — it lets you watch and record live TV at home and on the go
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised advertising and content, advertising and content measurement, audience research and services development. List of partners (vendors) cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more It's not an easy time to be a cable provider.
After years of testing sheets, these are the sets we actually sleep on
Updated Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link If you're on the hunt for new sheets for your spring bedding refresh, you've come to the right place. We've spent years searching for the best sheets, sleeping on dozens of sets to test for comfort, breathability, durability, and fit. After night after night of testing, only a select few sets have earned a spot on our beds and in the list of our favorite sheets.
The 50 best Shark Tank gifts in 2026
Shop Plufl Human Dog Bed on Amazon For the person who always wants to be cozy, Plufl can help your giftee channel the vibes of a dog snuggled up in their dog bed. Made of comfortable memory foam, the Plufl Human Dog Bed is perfect for a midday nap or an evening with a good book. Read our Plufl review. Shop The Woobles Crochet Kits on Amazon Whether they're a crochet newbie or pro, a Woobles Crochet Kit is an excellent gift for any crafty person.
The best alcohol delivery services for spirits, wine, and beer
If you ever want to make someone in your life — be it a partner, relative, or business contact — feel special, ReserveBar is the alcohol delivery service to use for the best boozy gift. ReserveBar is an online delivery platform offering everything from bottom- and middle-shelf wine and spirits to the very tippy-top, like Armand de Brignac Blanc de Blancs and Remy Martin Louis XIII. You'll also find custom engravings, fancy crystal and barware sets, and gift baskets.
The best cheap vacuum cleaners under $200
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen,James Brains) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more While we've tested all kinds of the best vacuums , including premium splurge models that retail for nearly $2,000, we've found that a modest threshold of $200 can get you a solid and reliable vacuum. Suction power and ease of use are the most important factors for any vacuum.
The best garden hoses for every yard, tested for durability and ease of use
cchen@insider.com (Connie Chen,Alex Rennie) When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Gardening season is officially upon us, and if your old hose is looking sad and tired after the long winter, it's the perfect time to upgrade. The best garden hoses are lightweight and flexible, with durable designs that stand up to wear and tear for all of your outdoor needs, whether you're caring for your plants or watering your lawn.
A preclinical randomised controlled dose optimization of megadose sodium ascorbate for reversal of gram-negative sepsis-induced cardiovascular, brain and kidney dysfunction | Critical Care | Springer Nature Link
The main finding of this study is that in ovine Gram-negative sepsis, only the highest megadose of intravenous sodium ascorbate (3.0 g/kg) effectively enabled withdrawal of vasopressor support, improved renal function, and restored animals to a normal, healthy clinical state. This dose achieved a plasma ascorbate concentration of ~ 10 mmol/L, which is substantially higher than the levels reported in preclinical and clinical studies of vitamin C in sepsis.
We rounded up 52 stocking stuffers that are delightful, useful, or a little bit of both.
Pinot Parrot Wine Opener, $20 on Amazon This delightful parrot wine opener is both highly functional and a whimsical conversation piece. It's also incredibly satisfying to watch the bird spread its wings as the cork pops out. Bombas socks, starting at $10 a pair at Bombas Socks make excellent stocking stuffers, and Bombas socks are the best we've ever worn — they use a honeycomb weave for extra arch support and come in an array of fun colors.
The best meat delivery services of 2026, tested and reviewed
The holidays are quickly approaching, and with that comes the fun (and stress) of holiday meals. The best meat delivery services are our recommendation when you're looking for a cut of meat that will wow guests — plus, they offer the convenient bonus of delivery to your door.
I've tested over 50 pairs of sheets, from crisp percale to cozy flannel. These are the sets that earned a spot on my bed.
What do you get for the boss who has everything? Here's what to gift your team's fearless leader, from gourmet sweets to cozy socks
'Hello, Sharks!' — 46 products featured on 'Shark Tank' that also make great gifts
Shop Plufl Human Dog Bed on Amazon For the person who always wants to be cozy, Plufl can help your giftee channel the vibes of a dog snuggled up in their dog bed. Made of comfortable memory foam, the Plufl Human Dog Bed is perfect for a midday nap or an evening with a good book. Read our Plufl review.
41 Clever Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Everyone in the Family
Pinot Parrot Wine Opener, $20 on Amazon This delightful parrot wine opener is both highly functional and a whimsical conversation piece. It's also incredibly satisfying to watch the bird spread its wings as the cork pops out. HAAKUN National Park Playing Cards, $10 on Amazon This is the perfect set to break out when you want to play Spades while hanging out around the campfire.
60 thoughtful last-minute gifts for when you need a present in a pinch
Updated Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link We've all been there, waiting until the last second to secure the perfect gift. Whether it's a birthday present, thank you sentiment or just because, there's always time to find a last-minute gift, and it can still feel thoughtful and intentional.
The 50 best Shark Tank gifts in 2026
Shop Plufl Human Dog Bed on Amazon For the person who always wants to be cozy, Plufl can help your giftee channel the vibes of a dog snuggled up in their dog bed. Made of comfortable memory foam, the Plufl Human Dog Bed is perfect for a midday nap or an evening with a good book. Read our Plufl review. Shop The Woobles Crochet Kits on Amazon Whether they're a crochet newbie or pro, a Woobles Crochet Kit is an excellent gift for any crafty person.
Plain language summary of a systematic review of palbociclib treatment for advanced/ metastatic breast cancer in older patients
Plain Language Summary What is this summary about? This plain language summary is about a systematic review of articles that reported on palbociclib treatment in older patients with breast cancer who were diagnosed with a type of advanced or metastatic breast cancer called hormone receptor-positive/ human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HR+/HER2−). The patients were treated with the oral anticancer medicine, palbociclib, in combination with endocrine therapy.
We're obsessed with Gantri's funky, 3D lighting — here's how these sustainably made lamps look in our homes
Gantri's lamps are statement pieces for your living room, office, and bedroom. Designed by independent artists, you can't even tell that they're 3D-printed. Gantri Gantri Updated 2025-08-27T21:01:01Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? .
We asked 2 women to test out Birchbox's beauty subscription service — here's what was in each box, and what the service is really like to use
Updated 2021-04-05T18:02:30Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Every month for $13-$15, Birchbox sends high-quality skincare and hair care products to you. We tried Birchbox and appreciated it as a low-risk, low-effort way to try new beauty products.
Yes, great sheets do make a difference — here are the best ones we've tried
Our picks of the best sheet sets have held up to many, many nights of sleep and multiple wash cycles. Connie Chen/Business Insider Updated 2025-07-14T19:04:12Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . One of my favorite little luxuries is a good set of sheets.
13 best bathrobes for women that make every day feel like a spa day Original
Connie Chen, Samantha Crozier, Gabrielle Chase/Business Insider Updated 2025-05-06T18:19:50Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . The best robes for women are essential for those everyday moments when comfort is a must.
The 11 Most Comfortable Flats of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
Written by Connie Chen , Sally Kaplan , and Gabrielle Chase edited by Amir Ismael When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Just because flats are, well — flat, doesn't mean they can't support your feet. Sally Kaplan/Business Insider Updated 2025-07-01T18:03:32Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.
What's the Difference?
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Percale and sateen are two popular weaves for cotton bedding, but they have different properties in terms of feel and breathability that may make one a better option for you over the other. L.L.Bean;Target Updated 2025-06-23T20:27:51Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt.
I get produce delivered through Imperfect Foods, which sells the 'ugly' fruits and veggies that supermarkets won't take — and it's way cheaper than shopping at the store
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Updated 2022-03-22T17:52:19Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Imperfect Foods delivers seasonal, cosmetically imperfect, surplus produce at affordable prices.
I save money on organic groceries with Misfits Market, the subscription that sells 'ugly' produce
Written by Connie Chen edited by Lily Alig When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Misfits Market has raised more than $525M in funding. It announced plans Wednesday to buy Imperfect Foods. Misfits Market Updated 2023-04-10T19:58:25Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.
This affordable wine club learns my tastes the more I use it, plus it helps me discover new favorites and teaches me about wine
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Connie Chen/Business Insider Updated 2022-05-04T16:36:08Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Every month, wine club Winc sends you a box of wines (starting at $13 per bottle) personalized to your tastes.
12 places to buy wine online to try something new or stock up on favorites — from Wine Insiders to FreshDirect
Written by Mara Leighton and Connie Chen When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Updated 2022-07-15T17:19:14Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Online wine stores are a convenient place to shop for vino without leaving your home.
Baked by Melissa's delicious mini cupcakes are perfect for Valentine's Day — we've bought them for ourselves and as gifts
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Baked by Melissa/Facebook Updated 2022-01-27T18:58:52Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? .
What it's like to use Flaviar, a boozy subscription service that lets me try small bottles of expensive liquor before I invest in a bigger size
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more I tested Flaviar's Tasting Box, which contains one full-size bottle and a few sample vials of a variety of spirits. Connie Chen/Business Insider Updated 2021-12-10T18:06:45Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.
I tried Graza, the high-quality olive oil startup that's taking on popular brands like Brightland, and it's absolutely worth the hype
Written by Connie Chen edited by Lauren Savoie When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more 2022-07-08T19:09:23Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Traditionally, olive oil has been intimidating, non transparent, and expensive.
Sanzo is the first sparkling water brand I've seen that features the flavors I grew up with, like calamansi, lychee and Alphonso mango
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more 2020-07-02T18:57:00Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Sanzo is making waves in a hard-to-crack industry: sparkling water.
These celebrity-loved shoes used to cost hundreds more when they were sold in luxury stores — but a new strategy has made them much more affordable
Written by Connie Chen edited by Sally Kaplan When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more 2020-06-11T20:26:00Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Sarah Flint's heels and flats are a celebrity favorite. They're also an Insider Reviews favorite.
11 pet startups that are taking on traditional brands with more innovative products
Written by Connie Chen edited by Sally Kaplan When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Updated 2019-07-30T14:11:00Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? .
I tried Bright Cellars, the wine club all over your social media ads — out of the dozen wine clubs I've tested, it's one of the best
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more 2021-09-10T21:06:09Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Wine club Bright Cellars delivers on-point wine recs along with helpful educational resources.
We tried the beautifully bottled Brightland olive oil you've seen everywhere, and now we want to put it on everything
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Updated 2021-10-22T16:12:11Z Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Brightland is a relatively new startup for high-quality, California-made olive oils.
Disney Plus no longer offers a free trial period for new subscribers
Updated Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link Disney Plus is an on-demand, ad-free streaming service that features movies and TV series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and 20th Century Fox. Though the platform originally offered a free seven-day trial for new subscribers, this promotion is no longer available. A Disney Plus subscription costs $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year. You can also bundle the service with Hulu and ESPN+ for $12.99 a month.
Overall Survival With Palbociclib and Aromatase Inhibitor Versus Aromatase Inhibitor Alone in Older Patients With HR+/HER2− Metastatic Breast Cancer
1 Introduction Incidence rates of invasive breast cancer (BC) in the United States have increased since the mid-2000s, and BC is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in women [1].
I've tested dozens of luxury bedding brands, and these $20 Amazon sheets completely surprised me
A white circle with a black border surrounding a chevron pointing up. It indicates 'click here to go back to the top of the page.' Written by Connie Chen; edited by Sally Kaplan Updated 2025-03-19T19:11:53Z Read in app These $20 microfiber sheets from Amazon come in a variety of colors and patterns. Amazon When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission.
Why work is (still) not working for women
(CNN) — Unpaid work. Sexual harassment. Violence. Low wages. The “motherhood penalty.” These are just some of the issues that millions of women continue to face at work in 2025. Despite progress made towards global gender equality, men continue to hold the highest paid positions in industries worldwide, while many women still typically handle grunt work across companies and supply chains.
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