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Over 690,100 people left California for other states from 2022 to 2023. Art Wager/Getty ImagesBetween 2022 and 2023, over 690,100 people left California, according to new census data. Movers were motivated by economic and personal reasons, including the cost of living and home ownership. Just over 422,000 people also moved into the Golden State during that same time period, data shows.

Israel launched "precise strikes" on Iran on Saturday. ATTA KENARE/AFP via Getty ImagesIsrael launched "precise strikes" on Iran on Saturday, killing four soldiers. The strikes were a long-awaited retaliation to an Iranian missile attack earlier in October. Here's how Iran may respond. Iran is weighing up its next move after Israel executed a long-awaited retaliation this weekend.

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreCarlos Sainz set a blistering time during qualifying yesterday and will start on pole position in Mexico City. Peter Fox - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty ImagesLando Norris is taking a break from ruining a pole position start today as he starts back in third with Sainz and Verstappen lining up on the front row.

Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BIMy 9-month, 5.1% interest CD just expired. With rates falling and stocks at record highs, I'm conflicted on where to invest now.4 financial experts offered their advice — including a way to capitalize on both rates and stocks. At the start of 2023, I looked at my uninspiring (fine, depressing) savings account and set a goal to bulk it up a bit more.

Women are sharing videos on social media of how they conceal carry while out in the world, using hashtags like #concealcarry and #concealcarrymom. Getty Images; iStock; Natalie Ammari/BIBusiness Insider spoke to 3 moms who conceal-carry guns amid rising female gun ownership in the US. They do so to keep themselves and their families safe, despite the risks of having a gun at home.

iStock; Rebecca Zisser/BIAt 30, I reluctantly bought a smartphone once life with my flip phone became too difficult. Now that I text so much and use social-media apps, I have less to talk to friends about in person. Despite the benefits of having a smartphone, I feel more isolated and like I rely on it too much.