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Peloton replaces CEO after 90% stock slide during his tenure, plans more layoffs
Barry McCarthy is stepping down as Peloton’s CEO, the connected-fitness company announced on Thursday morning.MarketWatch - Business -
How Michigan Ended Minority Rule
Though the notion would have been laughable a decade ago, Michigan is one promising national model for how state-level activists can retake power.The New York Times - Top stories -
Friends From the Old Neighborhood Turn Rivals in Big Tech’s A.I. Race
Demis Hassabis and Mustafa Suleyman, who both grew up in London, feared a corporate rush to build artificial intelligence. Now they’re driving that competition at Google and Microsoft.The New York Times - Tech -
In Race to Build A.I., Tech Plans a Big Plumbing Upgrade
The spending that the industry’s giants expect artificial intelligence to require is starting to come into focus — and it is jarringly large.The New York Times - Tech -
Investors Cheer AI Spending Boom in Big Tech---Just Not at Meta
Meta had its worst trading day in 18 months after warning of years of AI investment. Shares of Microsoft and Google parent Alphabet rallied.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Most Companies Lack Tech Needed to Meet Sustainability Reporting Requirements
Almost nine out of 10 tech and sustainability leaders say they need to adopt better technology, according to a Bain & Co. survey.The Wall Street Journal - World -
South Korea Discussing Working With Aukus on Tech, Minister Says
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TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?
For years, federal lawmakers have tried to pass legislation to rein in the tech giants. The TikTok law was their first success.The New York Times - Tech - Tiktok -
The US Government Is Asking Big Tech to Promise Better Cybersecurity
The Biden administration is asking tech companies to sign a pledge, obtained by WIRED, to improve their digital security, including reduced default password use and improved vulnerability disclosures.Wired - Tech -
Tech Powerhouses Reap Gains From AI Cloud Computing Boom
You can't spell AI without Alphabet--or Amazon, or Microsoft, which are all making money off the need for cloud services as businesses adopt AI functions.Inc. - Business -
OpenAI's Sam Altman and Other Tech Leaders to Serve on AI Safety Board
The panel will advise the Department of Homeland Security on deploying artificial intelligence safely within America’s critical infrastructure.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
The Roku Home Screen Is Getting Video Ads
Roku CEO Anthony Wood has revealed the company's plans to introduce video ads to the Roku home screen. This move, discussed during Roku's Q1 2024 earnings call last week, aligns with the broader trend in the streaming industry where ads are ...GameSpot - Tech -
Testimony ends for the day in Trump hush money trial
The prosecution continued to question the ex-publisher of the National Enquirer David Pecker as Donald Trump sat in a New York courtroom Thursday for his criminal hush money trial.CNN - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Alcaraz's Madrid Open title defence ended by Rublev
Russian seventh seed Andrey Rublev ends Carlos Alcaraz's dominance at the Madrid Open with a 4-6 6-3 6-2 win.BBC News - Top stories - US Open -
McConnell says he’s ready for 'chaos' in House to end
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) said Wednesday he’s ready for the “chaos” that has plagued the House for much of 2023 and 2024 to end next week, when a bipartisan group of lawmakers is expected to vote to quash a motion to oust ...The Hill - Politics -
For third year in a row, Kings' season ended by Edmonton
The Edmonton Oilers eliminate the Kings from the playoffs once again, this time beating them in five games.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
At least 55 hurt after a University of Southern California bus and a train collide in L.A.
At least 55 people were hurt, two seriously, when a Metro light rail train and a University of Southern California shuttle bus collided Tuesday along a busy thoroughfare in downtown Los Angeles, officials said.NBC News - Top stories - California -
Top New York prosecutor says 280 people arrested at campus protests; independent review into UCLA violence – live
Alvin Bragg does not confirm reports of “outside agitators” infiltrating student-led protests; University of California orders review of lack of policing. Full report: crackdowns intensify on US campus protestsColumbia faculty ‘horrified’ by mass ...The Guardian - World - New York -
California superintendent fired for allegedly threatening students who didn't clap for her daughter
A California superintendent was terminated from the school district Tuesday through a school board vote following an investigation into her conduct.NBC News - Top stories - California -
US campus protests live: Columbia professors association calls for no-confidence vote against university president
American Association of University Professors criticizes Minouche Shafik’s decision to call police on student protesters this week. Police clear encampment at UCLA and arrest over 100 protestersUS students: share your experience of the campus ...The Guardian - World -
Captain faces 10 years in prison for fiery deaths of 34 people aboard California scuba dive boat
A scuba dive boat captain was scheduled to be sentenced by a federal judge Thursday on a conviction of criminal negligence after 34 people died in a fire aboard the vessel nearly five years ago.NBC News - Top stories - California -
California second-grade teacher becomes rare traveler to visit every country in the world
A schoolteacher in the San Francisco area has joined the elite ranks of humans who have visited every nation on Earth.NBC News - Top stories - California -
Brazil posts strong job figures, signals stronger activity; inflation a concern
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How good is OpenAI’s Sora video model — and will it transform jobs?
The FT asked workers in animation, advertising and real estate to test rival AI systems that create short clipsFinancial Times - Business -
'Like a job interview in front of 10,000 - I hate fighting'
Briton Stuart Austin "hates fighting" but says he's the "best he's ever been".BBC News - Top stories -
'I quit my job to search for my missing dog'
Jo Bean says the hunt for her five-year-old lurcher Rosie has taken over her life.BBC News - Top stories -
Job openings in the U.S. fall to the lowest level in three years
The number of job openings in the U.S. fell to 8.5 million in March and touched the lowest level in more than three years, suggesting the demand for labor is slowly waning.MarketWatch - Business -
Labour set to unveil weakened package of workers’ rights
Shadow ministers have been discussing how to tone down some of pledges in ‘New Deal’ to ease employer misgivingsFinancial Times - Business -
New York police storm Columbia and arrest pro-Palestinian protesters
Hundreds of officers in riot gear detain students who occupied campus building for nearly 24 hoursFinancial Times - Business - New York -
Antony Blinken tells Israel and Hamas that ‘time is now’ for a deal
Secretary of state says militant group must accept latest proposal but reiterates US opposition to Rafah offensiveFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
Narcan-Maker Emergent BioSolutions to Cut 300 Jobs, Close Facilities
Emergent BioSolutions is closing several manufacturing facilities and cutting hundreds of jobs as part of a restructuring as the company narrows its focus on products, including Narcan nasal spray.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Narcan-Maker Emergent BioSolutions to Cut 300 Jobs, Close Facilities
Emergent BioSolutions is closing several manufacturing facilities and cutting hundreds of jobs as part of a restructuring as the company narrows its focus on products, including Narcan nasal spray.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
How to get a job: Six expert tips for finding work
More than 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.BBC News - Top stories -
Peloton cutting about 400 jobs worldwide; CEO McCarthy stepping down
Peloton is cutting about 400 jobs worldwide as part of a restructuring effort and its CEO Barry McCarthy is stepping down after two years as the company continues to work on turning around its businessABC News - Top stories -
April jobs report expected to show 240,000 gain in U.S. hiring
Scattered signs of a slowdown in hiring suggest the April employment report could be a softer one, but Wall Street isn’t betting on it. Economists predict another large increase.MarketWatch - Business -
Home prices soar even higher in February, despite higher mortgage rates, says S&P Case-Shiller
It marked another increase after the prior month's annual gain of 6%, and the fastest rate of price growth since November 2022.CNBC - Business -
GOP Rep. Armstrong supports Speaker Johnson despite policy disagreements because ‘I’m a grown-up’
Rep. Kelly Armstrong (R-N.D.) explains why he supports Speaker Johnson despite opposing the Ukraine aid bill. He joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the division within the House Republican conference.NBC News - Politics -
Houston moving forward with blue alternate jerseys despite threats of legal action from NFL
The NFL threatened Houston with legal action for wearing jerseys reminiscent of the old Oilers threadsCBS Sports - Sports -
Phillies strike out 18 times, but beat Angels 2-1 on Schwarber's 2-run single
Kyle Schwarber had a two-run single in the second inning, Alec Bohm extended his hitting streak to 15 games and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Los Angeles Angels 2-1ABC News - Sports - MLB -
Oil giant Shell beats first-quarter profit estimates, launches $3.5 billion share buyback
British oil giant Shell on Thursday reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter profit, boosted by higher refining margins and robust oil trading.CNBC - Business