WHO: 'The worst is yet to come' and the coronavirus pandemic is 'speeding up' because some countries aren't taking it seriously enough
- On Monday, the World Health Organization said "the worst is yet to come" in the fight against the novel coronavirus, and that "the pandemic is actually speeding up."
- There's already a playbook for what works well to stop the virus, but not everyone is using it, the WHO said.
- The multi-pronged strategy includes widespread testing, tracing, and continued vigilance with social distancing when new clusters of cases emerge.
Lululemon is buying Mirror, the startup that sells a $1,500 high-tech mirror for streaming workout classes at home, for $500 million
Lululemon said it agreed to acquire Mirror for $500 million, a move that comes as at-home workouts grow in popularity.
Former high-flying VC Michael Rothenberg now faces criminal charges alleging 'multiple schemes to defraud' his investors
Rothenberg was previously fined $31 million and barred from the VC industry for five years. Now federal prosecutors are charging him with 23 crimes.
We spoke with 3 financial experts who said to make these 4 trades right now to get ahead of surprising gains when earnings season starts next month
The upcoming earnings season will send some stocks soaring as others collapse. Here's where three experts say traders should be putting their money.
Inside the life of Bill Gates' daughter Jennifer, an elite equestrian who stands to inherit 'a minuscule portion' of her father's $108 billion fortune
Bill Gates' eldest daughter Jennifer recently gave an interview discussing growing up enormously wealthy. Take a look inside her amazing life.
YouTube bans white supremacist channels including those of Richard Spencer, David Duke, and Stefan Molyneux
YouTube banned the channels of Richard Spencer and other popular white supremacists on the platform, citing violations of hate speech guidelines.
Real-estate investor Joe Fairless breaks down how he went from 4 single-family rentals to overseeing 7,000 units worth $900 million — and outlines the epiphany that turbocharged his career
The real-estate investor and author exclusively shared his journey from carefully managing his savings to owning multiple apartment buildings.
THE FUTURE OF FITNESS: An inside look at the winners and losers as the industry faces upheaval
Apparel brand Lululemon's acquisition of at-home workout platform Mirror is just one example of how the pandemic is shaking up the fitness industry.
Dollar stores have seen a wave of violent crime even as the discount retailers thrive during coronavirus
"When violence in the communities we serve occurs, it affects everyone — including our stores," a Dollar Tree spokesperson told Business Insider.
New CNN report says Turkish President Recep Erdogan was at one point calling Trump as much as twice a week
President Donald Trump's impulsive decision to withdraw troops from Syria last year allegedly came after a call with Turkish President Recep Erdogan.
German officials were so alarmed by Trump's conversations with Angela Merkel that they took extra steps to make sure they stayed secret, according to a CNN report
Sources told CNN Trump attacked Merkel in a "very aggressive" manner, calling her "stupid" and accusing her of "being in the pocket of the Russians."
India blocks TikTok and dozens of other Chinese apps that the government says pose a security threat
India has banned dozens of Chinese apps, including TikTok, Weibo, and WeChat, over concerns about national security and privacy of user data.
China passes sweeping national security laws for Hong Kong, further crushing the city's autonomy
According to the South China Morning Post, the new legislation is expected to carry a maximum penalty of life in jail.
Top 3 Biggest Smartphone Trends
Business Insider Intelligence lays out the top three biggest smartphone trends for the next 12 months.
Trump's phone calls with foreign leaders are so unhinged that US officials think the president is 'delusional' and a national security threat
Trump reportedly chats with Putin like they're "two guys in a steam bath" and behaves in a "near-sadistic" way with women world leaders, a new report says.
BANKING AND PAYMENTS FOR GEN Z: These digital natives are the next big opportunity — here are the winning strategies
Business Insider Intelligence uses a six-point framework to explain the core attributes that Gen Z values in a banking and payments product.
FINTECH AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION: How low-overhead direct banking models enable banks to profitably serve the US' 33 million underbanked households
Business Insider Intelligence explores the growing opportunity for incumbent banks to tap into the financially underserved.
Arizona governor closes bars, gyms, and movie theaters for a month as coronavirus cases in the state rise
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced new measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus including encouraging people to stay home, and wearing masks.
A new swine flu strain with 'pandemic potential' was just found circulating in Chinese pigs
A new flu strain in Chinese pigs shares genes with the virus that caused the 2009 H1N1 pandemic and several bird flus, scientists found.
Kanye West covers an entire Gap store with a handwritten message celebrating his 10-year partnership with the apparel giant
Gap announced Friday that it was partnering with West's Yeezy brand to create a new line of apparel, which will be released in 2021.
Community-college students are disproportionately struggling right now. As one of their professors, here's my advice for faculty on how to best help them.
Some students have moved into shelters or endured trauma since the pandemic began —?and, unfortunately, that's not unusual.
The Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster exhibits so much power and style that its $210,000 price tag is actually a bargain
The Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster belongs to a select club of two-seat, front-engine cars that combine luxury with track-ready performance cred.
How Under Armour went from hotshot sportswear brand taking on Nike to having a wholly uncertain future
Under Armour just ended one of the largest-ever collegiate apparel deals with UCLA. We traced the rise and fall of the once-dominant brand.
Professors and administrators predict what the future of med school might look like post-pandemic, and argue that virtual learning is here to stay
Online classes and simulations may continue to replace hands-on training for med school students in light of continued stay-at-home orders.
Tesla competitor Nikola Motor's electric pickup reservations are now open. Here's how you can reserve the Badger.
Nikola is offering three packages to choose from, and all are 100% refundable until the truck is made.
Postmates has quietly revived its plans to go public amid a surge of food delivery deals during the pandemic
Just Eat Takeaway.com's deal to buy GrubHub earlier this month convinced Postmates that it was the right time to go public, sources said.
Democrats just passed a House bill to bolster Obamacare and lower drug prices as they aim to defeat Trump. Here are the 6 key things you need to know about the bill.
Democrats are using the savings from their drug price negotiation bill to pay for more people to get health insurance.
TELEMENTAL HEALTH REPORT: How telehealth can help US hospitals and health systems manage the $238 billion mental health crisis
This report outlines how the US' mental health crisis falls on health systems, and how they can navigate the costly dilemma with telemental health.
Tech employees are selling referrals online to job candidates for under $50 to help them get hired at Google, Facebook, and other industry giants
Hopeful tech workers have bought 11,000 referrals from current employees at firms like Amazon and Twitter on Rooftop Slushie.
Trump was 'near-sadistic' in phone calls with female world leaders, according to CNN report on classified calls
Trump's conduct over the phone with world leaders posed a "danger to the national security of the United States," according to intel officials.
The shadowy Russian intel unit that allegedly paid Afghan militants to kill US troops is the same one running assassinations in Europe
Unit 29155, part of Russia's military intelligence agency, has been tied to assassination attempts and other nefarious activities across Europe.
As the US Department of Education restructures federal student loan servicing, Nelnet and Great Lakes will no longer process federal loans
Federal student loan borrowers with loans serviced by Nelnet and Great Lakes may be re-assigned in December 2020 due to DOE changes.
THE ONLINE GROCERY REPORT: The coronavirus pandemic is thrusting online grocery into the spotlight in the US — here are the players that will emerge at the top of the market
This report looks at the state of online grocery adoption before the shopping method became vital to many consumers amid the pandemic.
Reddit, YouTube, and Twitch are taking major steps to crack down on hate speech from pro-Trump and far-right groups
The social media platforms' actions come as major advertisers are leaving Facebook en masse over its inaction to moderate hate speech.
AMERICAN RESILIENCE: A look at how New Orleans' world-famous dining scene recovered after Hurricane Katrina, one of the most devastating natural disasters in US history
Roughly 40% of the city's restaurants reopened within nine months of the storm. Some opened in October — before most of the city even had power.
Zuckerberg's net worth dropped nearly $10 billion in just a week as an advertiser boycott sinks Facebook's share price. Here's how the CEO makes and spends his fortune.
Mark Zuckerberg devotes a lot of his wealth to the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, but he also splurges on real estate.
Shaquille O'Neal and Papa John's just released a 'Shaq-a-Roni' pizza that's basically a giant pepperoni pizza without a crust
O'Neal joined Papa John's board of directors in March 2019 after signing an $8.5 million endorsement deal with the pizza chain.
9 facts that show just how wealthy Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg really is
Mark Zuckerberg's net worth, which is largely tied to his Facebook stock, dropped by nearly $10 billion as advertisers boycott his site.
An expert watch consultant on the 5 best vintage watches to invest in
Andrew Hildreth, a watch consultant for Christie's auction house, recommends these vintage watches for beginner investors — if you can snag them.
Dr Disrespect broke his silence about his reported ban from Twitch, saying the platform hasn't given a 'specific reason behind their decision'
Dr Disrespect, who was reportedly banned from Twitch on June 26, claimed on Twitter that that Twitch has not notified him of the exact reasons.
Elon Musk said in a leaked email that Tesla may break even during Q2 despite its US car factory closing for 2 months
"Breaking even is looking super tight," Musk said Monday in an internal email. "Really makes a difference for every car you build and deliver."
TaxSlayer's $0 plan is for anyone with simple taxes and includes free federal and state returns
TaxSlayer is a tax preparation company that offers four plans: Simply Free, Classic, Premium, and Self-Employed. Here's our review.
I lost six figures during this year's stock market drop, but that didn't stop me from investing more cash
He got his start in 2009, so until the COVID-19 pandemic, his long-term investing strategy hadn't been tested by a bear market.
17 hotels and Airbnbs around the world are currently offering virtual classes in lieu of their usual on-site activities and events — almost all of them are free
Hotels are getting creative and turning their usual on-site programming into virtual experiences, from Cornell-approved kids' camps to Instagram cooking classes.
Tesla celebrates its 10th year as a public company today. Here are the most important moments in its history.
These are the moments that defined Tesla.
All the Marvel movies and shows you can stream on Disney Plus — from 'Iron Man' to the new 'Loki'
Disney Plus features a large selection of Marvel movies and shows. The service will also stream new series, like "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier."