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Defending the Bayh-Dole Act, or why governments shouldn't dictate the cost of drugs
Innovators in the U.S. must maintain their intellectual property rights if they are to provide the returns expected by current and future investors.The Hill - Politics -
Why Nvidia’s stock looks especially juicy in the near term, according to Citi
Even with 78% gains for Nvidia shares so far year, Citi Research analyst Atif Malik sees the potential for further upside in the near term.MarketWatch - Business -
‘Pregnancy is not a disease’: why do so many women die giving birth in Nigeria?
More than 80,000 Nigerian women died from pregnancy-related complications in 2020, a statistic activists say reflects a lack of political will to fix a broken medical system. Despite having the largest economy in Africa, Nigeria also loses more ...The Guardian - World -
Taking Account of Rising Health Care Costs
Have your out-of-network insurance bills skyrocketed? Chris Hamby, an investigative reporter for The Times, may have an explanation.The New York Times - Business -
So, Amazon’s ‘AI-powered’ cashier-free shops use a lot of … humans. Here’s why that shouldn’t surprise you | James Bridle
This is how these bosses get rich: by hiding underpaid, unrecognised human work behind the trappings of technology. In 2021, when Amazon launched its first “just walk out” grocery store in the UK in Ealing, west London, this newspaper reported on ...The Guardian - World -
Hatsune Miku is playing Coachella, but she's not human. Why brands are working with digital avatars
Hatsune Miku has already sold out venues for her concerts and she'll go to her biggest stage yet at Coachella. She looks like a teenage girl but she's not human. She's part of a growing number of digital characters, including Miquela and ...Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Labor crisis: Why is there a shortage of plumbers and electricians?
Over time, fewer skilled workers could mean months-long wait times for services and higher prices.The Hill - Politics -
Why Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says the company is especially suited to win in AI
It’s no surprise that AI got prominent mention in Amazon CEO Andy Jassy’s lengthy annual shareholder letter.MarketWatch - Business -
Roku Says Hackers Gained Access to 576,000 Accounts in Data-Breach Incident
It is the streaming-hardware maker’s second data breach this year, prompting Roku to institute additional security measures.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Roku Says Hackers Gained Access to 576,000 Accounts in Data-Breach Incident
It is the streaming-hardware maker’s second data breach this year, prompting Roku to institute additional security measures.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Who are the millions of Britons not working?
The unemployment rate is relatively low historically, but millions aren't working.BBC News - Top stories -
Why a high-yield savings account is better than these 4 popular alternatives
High-yield savings accounts offer unique benefits that are great for short-term savings.CBS News - Top stories -
Stanford report: AI surpasses humans on several fronts, but costs are soaring
Stanford University's AI Index 2024 report reveals groundbreaking AI advancements, rising costs, concentration of power, and growing public concern in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape.VentureBeat - Tech -
Don't ignore us, road death parents tell government
Bereaved parents come together to campaign for graduated licences for young drivers.BBC News - Top stories -
Why March CPI Is So Important for the Fed
Inflation reports have become the most widely watched economic indicator since prices first surged three years ago. But Wednesday’s consumer-price index for March has taken on outsize importance because Federal Reserve officials appeared willing ...The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Why the March CPI Is Looming So Large for the Fed
Officials appeared willing to look past firm inflation readings earlier this year.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Analysis: Why March CPI Looms So Large for the Fed
Wednesday’s consumer-price index for March has taken on outsize importance because Federal Reserve officials appeared willing to look past firmer-than-anticipated readings for January and February.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Why should we be so afraid of Iran?
A strong president — one more concerned with the best interests of the country and world than his chances of winning Michigan — would by rallying opposition to Iran and squeezing its terrorist government from every conceivable angle.The Hill - Politics -
Why Elections Take So Long in India
The election is a giant undertaking that requires millions of poll workers, voting machines and security forces to cover deserts, mountains, forests and megacities.The New York Times - World - India -
Roku said hackers gained unauthorized access to 576,000 accounts, its second data-breach incident this year.
Roku said hackers gained unauthorized access to 576,000 accounts, its second data-breach incident this year.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How to Delete Your Google Account—After Downloading All of Your Data First
There are many reasons why you’d want—or need—to nuke a Google account. Thankfully, breaking up with Google is pretty easy.Wired - Tech - Google -
Poland's kids rejoice over new rules against homework. Teachers and parents aren't so sure
Many kids in Poland are rejoicing over strict limits imposed by the government on the amount of homeworkABC News - World -
NextDC Raising $860 Million Amid Record Data-Center Demand
Australian data-center operator NextDC is raising $860.4 million of equity to accelerate several developments as the global shift to cloud computing drives record demand for its services.The Wall Street Journal - World -
UnitedHealth says Change Healthcare cyberattack cost it $872 million
The $872 million most likely excludes any amount UnitedHealth may have paid to hackers in ransom.CBS News - Top stories -
Argentina's government (and a bot) say inflation is easing. Shoppers aren't so sure
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Why you should open a high-yield savings account with inflation increasing again
With inflation rising, savers should explore ways to protect their money. A high-yield savings account can help.CBS News - Top stories -
Congressional minority caucuses call for data on government spending on contractors
The Congressional Tri-Caucus has called on the Small Business Administration (SBA) to publish a complete version of federal contracting spending data broken down by race and ethnicity. Chairs of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus ...The Hill - Politics -
Why is making UK homes more efficient so difficult?
Homeowners need help they can trust to cut their bills and carbon emissionsFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Why it’s so expensive to own a car right now, in 5 charts
The good news for car owners? The price of a new car is finally getting cheaper. The bad news? Just about every other cost of owning a vehicle is getting a lot more expensive.MarketWatch - Business -
Why Italian white wine is so food-friendly | Fiona Beckett on drink
Italians tend to serve fresher, more restrained and lower-abv whites with their food, not least so as not to overpower it. I don’t know how many of you buy wine specifically to drink with food, but the Italians do and we could learn a few lessons ...The Guardian - World -
N.F.L. Teams Know the Best Way to Draft. So Why Aren’t They Doing It?
Only a few franchises are curious enough to think differently, and even fewer are disciplined enough to act differently.The New York Times - Sports -
Here's why so many electric vehicle startups fail
The EV revolution is a tempting proposition for entrepreneurs. But the business is not for the faint of heart. Successes tend to have a few common traits.CNBC - Business -
Government is complicit in college cost confusion. Simple steps can be taken to help
Policymakers should make it easier for students and their families to understand college costs and make more informed decisions.The Hill - Politics -
Google employees protest company's work with Israeli government
Google employees in two different offices protested the company’s work with the Israeli government on Tuesday, objecting to a billion-dollar contract it signed with the U.S. ally in 2021. The protestors organized sit-ins in two locations, one in ...The Hill - Politics - Google -
Why car insurance costs are skyrocketing and leading to higher inflation
On a monthly basis, car insurance prices as part of the consumer price index (CPI) rose by an unadjusted 2.7%, pushing the year-over-year increase to 22.2%.CNBC - Business -
Here’s Why This Bouquet of Red Roses Costs $72 in NYC.
A dozen red roses is timeless. But its price tag is not. At Ditmars Flower Shop in Queens, where costs have soared in recent years, a bouquet is $72, up from $60 in 2019.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Nepo-disasters: why Ewan and Clara McGregor are only the latest onscreen parent-child embarrassment
For every Wall Street or Wild at Heart there are countless cringeworthy examples of Hollywood power players elbowing their own kids into the picture. Adam Sandler alone has made two dozen with his. If the dismal reviews meted out to the new film ...The Guardian - World -
Why Big Tech fines don’t work
Critics argue that penalties are just seen as part of the cost of doing businessFinancial Times - World -
Swiss women win landmark climate case at Europe top human rights court
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Executive Women Are Wearing Sequins to Work. 'I Made the Decision to Be Seen.'
A new power move for professional women? Pairing sequined pieces with more traditional workwear. And high-fashion brands are setting them up to shine without looking like a Rockette.The Wall Street Journal - World