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American Airlines has quietly changed its bag-check policy. If you travel with large luggage, plan accordingly

The move is part of a larger effort to get passengers boarded faster. But travelers with lots of bags may no longer make it to the gate without checking them.

If you’re a frequent flier, chances are you’ve been seized by the fear that your carry-on bag is too big for the overhead compartments.

Lack of AI readiness leads to lackluster results

A recent survey shows the gaps between aspirations and operational realities of implementing AI.

In early 2023, a couple of months after ChatGPT launched and became the fastest-growing consumer application in history, I remember feeling both excited but also a bit overwhelmed by the rapid pace of AI. The barrage of news, product launches, and innovative use cases was relentless.

Commit, learn and love the next shot

Four lessons from golfer Padraig Harrington you can apply to your work

One thing I genuinely love about my job is mentoring young professionals who are just getting started in their careers. Gaining a foothold in the tech industry is tough, especially in the AI age. And today’s new generation of employees are asking compelling questions: How do I focus in complex environments? How do I create a competitive advantage? What happens if I fail?

The next big business metric? Your AI footprint.

Four principles any business can follow to innovate without compromise.

Artificial intelligence is changing everything: how we work, build, create, and grow. It’s unlocking opportunities daily. At Grove Collaborative, we’ve seen it firsthand. AI helps us move faster, make smarter decisions, and, most importantly, serve our customers better.

People do well if they can

With this concept, rethink financial inclusion through access and empathy.

There’s a line I heard recently from Mel Robbins that’s been echoing in my head ever since: “People do well if they can.”

It’s deceptively simple. The kind of phrase you nod at, maybe even repost. But when you sit with it, really sit with it, it starts to challenge a lot of the assumptions we make every day.

Especially when it comes to financial health.

I built an AI notetaker to capture every meeting

Here’s how to do it responsibly.

Last week, I walked into a meeting where AI notetakers outnumbered humans three to one. The irony wasn’t lost on me—I built one of them.

What accessible bathrooms can teach every entrepreneur

Five lessons on how designing with accessibility prevent injuries, but also builds stronger brands.

When most people hear the word luxury, they think of exclusivity: high-end materials, bespoke finishes, and designs tailored for the few. But a quiet revolution is underway. The true measure of luxury today is accessibility: designing environments that are beautiful, functional, safe, and empowering for every body. Nowhere is this more urgent, or more overlooked, than in the bathroom.

Tesla now has cheaper Model Y and 3 cars, but are they still too expensive?

Dan Ives, an analyst at Wedbush, said he was disappointed that the EVs were only about $5,000 cheaper than the next trims of the models.

Tesla rolled out “affordable” versions of its best-selling Model Y SUV and its Model 3 sedan, but the starting prices of $39,990 and $36,990 struck some as too high to attract a new class of buyers to the electric vehicle brand. 

Listeria fears spread to HelloFresh pasta and turkey meals: USDA warning joins list of recent recalls

The agency said Monday that spinach used in the meals was contaminated with the deadly bacteria, and it expects more products to be affected.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert on Monday for FreshRealm’s ready-to-eat meals—shipped directly to consumers by HelloFresh—due to possible contamination from listeria.

The New York Stock Exchange owner wants in on election betting—what that means for the industry

The NYSE’s parent company, Intercontinental Exchange, said Tuesday it will invest up to $2 billion in the popular events-betting platform Polymarket.

The New York Stock Exchange’s parent company, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), said on Tuesday it will invest up to $2 billion into the crypto-based betting platform Polymarket.