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Texas Roadhouse acknowledged one incorrect order but rejected the suggestion of a pattern. Experts say its response illustrates the risks of publicly challenging a customer’s account. trib.al/bmq7xOZ

For 80 years, Dr. Bronner's ruled castile soap. Inside Clean Cult's $100M bet, paper packaging strategy, and play to undercut the giant. trib.al/A4R3V0g

Boosting the activity of a little-understood gene preserved synapses and memory in aging mice, pointing researchers toward a potential defense against cognitive decline. trib.al/sv4nloV

SheMed’s study of more than 8,000 women found improvements in weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Its founders believe that’s just the start of what GLP-1 research could uncover. trib.al/2utw2MH

Founders are looking for more than just capital to grow—and the venture capital firms, private equity firms, and debt specialists on Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors list know that. View the full list here: www.inc.com/founder-frie...

Anthropic's IPO filing is here. The most interesting part is what the company thinks investors will give up to get in. trib.al/GbEZxHA

Early research suggests that targeting a little-known protein could help the body burn more fat without suppressing appetite. trib.al/tDCAks3

Every entrepreneur I’ve ever backed has said they wouldn’t be where they are were it not for a teacher who challenged them or refused to give up on them. trib.al/Hf90MXf

Does income influence your personality, or does your personality influence your income? A massive study of 130,000 people reveals the surprising truth. trib.al/SVBE3ms

A one-page form, a 30-day clock, and the four ways I watch equity grants go wrong. trib.al/GTRLoL7

A new multi-institution study reveals that consuming sugar while taking antibiotics increases gut microbiome damage and feeds harmful bacteria. trib.al/LktxnNK

Explore the new creativity career trend: why saying 'I work in tech' is no longer the ultimate professional flex in the age of AI. trib.al/PGRsUEg

At its peak, the franchisee had 136 restaurants across two states. Then a major sale fell through. trib.al/v4RuSux

The company will use information you connect with its AI products to personalize ads. trib.al/iBS649N

What leaders can learn from a trauma-informed approach to employee engagement. trib.al/I6NfMER

Brick is betting consumers will pay $129 to build a physical boundary between late-night scrolling and quality sleep. trib.al/gAiaQmQ

The $18.6 million transaction could help Meritage pay overdue royalties. The bankrupt operator still faces a steep financial climb. trib.al/QtkcmHJ

The 14-year study suggests modest daily walking may slow tau buildup and cognitive decline in older adults with elevated amyloid. trib.al/KINSMVt

How resilient companies adjust supply chains, pricing, sales, and decision-making. trib.al/ozPxwym

How did Buffett became arguably the most successful investor in history? Time, and control. trib.al/acI5q09

'That is a great question ...' trib.al/zmARRBk

The philanthropist donated $7.2 billion last year, even outpacing legendary givers like Warren Buffett and Bill Gates. Her charitable contributions since 2019 now total $26 billion—and there's plenty more where that came from. trib.al/rV6q5cY

If you sell in multiple states, you can map your sales tax obligations yourself with the right data. trib.al/UqQBB7v

One of the things Apple has always been remarkably good at is promising it will never do something, right up until the point it decides to do it. Then, trib.al/80Awh9s

The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index snapped an eight-session losing streak and its longest string of declines since October 2008. trib.al/gZmFGzX

AI is a powerful tool, but protecting human judgment through critical review, continuous learning, and curiosity is essential. trib.al/l4xESAk

The proposed circadian subtype is linked to earlier, more severe depression and a poorer response to common antidepressants. trib.al/3Qugc2R

The founder of the fast-casual chicken-finger empire worked as a mentor for the nonprofit in the 1990s. Now he's a key part of its long-term sustainability. trib.al/uhUrfpM

They’re each remarkably simple, but that’s part of what makes them so effective. trib.al/ZHc4pAl

It’s the strongest market signal I’ve seen that 'human skills' have moved from a keynote topic to a line item. trib.al/zLQxivK

An almost 150-year-old paint supplier in Pittsburgh is on a roll thanks to the unique needs data centers have. trib.al/LH93BaM

The grocery-delivery pioneer is reportedly sounding out potential suitors. DoorDash appears interested. Uber has already headed home. trib.al/V3rdBic

Longeye raised $20 million to help investigators analyze digital evidence faster, but experts say its safeguards will determine the real impact. trib.al/9ycENsO

It started with one pitch competition in Hartford, Connecticut and a NYT bestseller over a decade ago. Today it's a global movement with a crucial lesson for women that still holds true. trib.al/KFqR5bK

Oura has targeted many of its rivals with patent infringement lawsuits as it faces competition in the crowded wearables market. trib.al/PQAm4Lv

Developing better managers may be one of the smartest investments you can make. trib.al/WJ2RWN3

Elon Musk’s AI-space-internet service delivered a blowout quarter, lifting all AI companies in the process. But look closer, and trouble lurks. trib.al/BV3sl1N

The number of problems you have that could be easily solved with tiny pieces of software will probably surprise you. trib.al/RON9Rho

With just one downtown Starbucks left, locally-owned cafés are picking up new customers—and some are seeing specialty drink sales jump as much as 35 percent. trib.al/ZKY5ssV

Most managers know these behaviors matter. Far fewer practice them consistently. trib.al/qHp4xwD

Tim Pan put an iPhone Duo through 10,000 folds, but the bigger story is what a shape-shifting phone does to human habits and daily rituals. trib.al/1VXHVuZ

The backlash over Vivek Ramaswamy's new political ad shows the exact point where shock marketing repels customers. Here's what to learn. trib.al/jKx4N71

The job-switching pay premium has nearly vanished. The advantage now belongs to workers who build scarce skills, tackle bigger problems, and leave with proof. trib.al/D5g7P3Q

Swiss shipments are climbing as supply chains recover from tariff disruption. Experts say exports alone don’t reveal how many watches American consumers are buying. trib.al/ZGJwPr1

New research from scientists at the University of Arizona challenges a common assumption about older brains. trib.al/bKZ42y3

Meta's most recent record earnings weren't enough to alleviate investors' concerns about the future. trib.al/P3AgKqB

Cutting costs strengthens a business when the savings are reinvested in better operations, happier customers, and long-term value creation. trib.al/yDXEMwI

The lawsuit alleges Edgewell, Essity, and Johnson & Johnson knowingly made and sold Carefree liners with PFOA. trib.al/Ofp3ECC

Discover the science-backed dual promotion strategy that makes you look competent and likable, helping turn invisible work into a promotion. trib.al/3SF8Y3w

Families practiced check-in, security, boarding, and taxiing without taking a trip, revealing a practical way to turn uncertainty into demand. trib.al/qLbzYPo