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UN Warns That AI Growth Could Affect 4 in 10 Jobs Worldwide
A United Nations Trade and Development agency report warned of the dangers global AI development could change workplaces around the world and heighten inequality.Inc. - 5d -
Why Restoration Hardware’s Stock Sank—and How AI Can Help
Restoration Hardware’s stock plunged 38 percent last week. Here’s what the company could do to recover.Inc. - 2h -
U.S. Added 228,000 Jobs In March Ahead of Trade War, Doubling Estimates
The Labor Department said the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2 percent, though the job market remains resilient.Inc. - 5d -
Survey: Why Non-Tech Workers Don’t Trust AI—and Fear for Their Jobs
A new Pew Research survey shows disparities between AI experts and what the general public thinks. Both groups agree that it will change the workplace.Inc. - 1d -
How Alzheimer's research could be impacted by Trump health agency cuts
As the Trump administration makes cuts to federal health agencies, some Alzheimer's experts are worried about the impact on research and patients with the disease.CBS News - 2d -
Duke men’s basketball player Khaman Maluach could be impacted by State Department ruling on South Sudan passport holders
Duke men’s basketball player Khaman Maluach is among those who could be impacted by the State Department’s ruling around South Sudanese passport holders in the US.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Shopify CEO: No new hires, unless you prove AI can't do the job
"Teams must demonstrate why they cannot get what they want done using AI," Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke wrote in a memo to employees.The Hill - 21h -
UK PM criticises fiscal watchdog for not ‘scoring’ jobs impact of welfare reforms
Sir Keir Starmer’s comments will be seen as warning shot across bows of Office for Budget ResponsibilityFinancial Times - 1d -
DOGE’s AI Monitoring of Federal Workers Is Alarming — but Not Illegal
Employee surveillance isn’t new, but after gutting several agencies, Elon Musk’s team is now using AI to monitor communications, which could involve secure data that could leak.Inc. - 19h -
What Trump's silencing of Voice of America means for listeners worldwide | 60 Minutes
Voice of America is silent after President Trump effectively shut down the broadcaster. VOA journalists are speaking out about what this could mean for an audience of 360 million around the world.CBS News - 2d -
How Fake AI Job Applications Pose Risks for Employers
Industry experts warn the surge in fake applicants is particularly bad for companies offering remote roles. The risk is that you may hire an impostor, who then hacks into your systems.Inc. - 18h -
Aid cuts could have ‘pandemic-like effects’ on maternal deaths, WHO warns
Loss of funding could undo progress in reducing deaths in pregnancy and childbirth, especially in war zones, says UN. More women risk dying in pregnancy and childbirth because of aid cuts by ...The Guardian - 3d -
France could recognise Palestinian state ‘in June’, says Emmanuel Macron – Middle East crisis live
Israeli minister says plan is ‘prize for terror’ as French president says ‘we must move towards recognition’ and process could start at UN conference in June. Turkish and Israeli officials ...The Guardian - 21m -
How poor April for Cincinnati Reds could impact promise of July
If the Cincinnati Reds find themselves in position to add at the trade deadline, how they get to that position matters.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump tariffs could have "devastating impact," small businesses say
Small business owner Emily Ley says new U.S. tariffs on China will devastate her stationery store, calling the added costs "catastrophic."CBS News - 1d -
A Minecraft Movie Sequel Could Happen With This Main Character, Director Says
A Minecraft Movie opened in theaters this past weekend and made more than $300 million worldwide, exceeding expectations and even outperforming The Super Mario Bros. Movie in some ways . ...GameSpot - 1d -
Dr. Oz Pushed for AI Health Care in First Medicare Agency Town Hall
Dr. Oz, who now controls the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and its $1.5 trillion budget, promoted the idea that AI avatars could replace frontline health care workers.Wired - 1d -
Oklahoma Sooners addition among 12 transfers who could shape the College Football Playoff
Oklahoma Sooners high-profile addition could have the biggest impact on the College Football Playoff race.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Nintendo Boss Talks AI Amid Concerns Of Job Cuts: "There Will Always Be A Human Touch"
Artificial intelligence remains one of the biggest talking points in video games and many other industries, and now Nintendo of America's president has weighed in to share his thoughts.. Doug ...GameSpot - 2d -
Shopify CEO says staffers need to prove jobs can't be done by AI before asking for more headcount
Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke told employees in a memo that artificial intelligence is making its way across the company, including when it comes to hiring.CNBC - 2d -
Microsoft terminates jobs of engineers who protested use of AI products by Israel’s military
Microsoft terminated the employment of two software engineers who protested at company events on Friday over the Israeli military’s use of the company’s artificial intelligence products, according ...NBC News - 2d -
Microsoft terminates jobs of engineers who protested use of AI products by Israel's military
At Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration, two engineers interrupted events to protest the use of the company's artificial intelligence by Israel's military.CNBC - 2d -
Lesotho, a Small African Nation, Expects a Big Hit From Trump’s Tariffs
The amount of manufactured goods exported from Africa to the United States is minuscule. But for Lesotho, the impact of a stunning 50 percent tariff is enormous.The New York Times - 4d -
How Will Trump’s China Tariffs Affect Prices? Here’s What Could Get More Expensive.
A broad variety of products made in China, including toys, clothing and electronics, may cost more. Shoppers could also see an impact from other tariffs.The New York Times - 2h -
Fake job seekers are flooding U.S. companies that are hiring for remote positions, tech CEOs say
Companies have long faced external attacks from hackers. Now, thanks to generative AI, another threat has emerged: Employees who aren't who they say they are.CNBC - 2d -
'They just want clarity': Uncertainty over tariff impacts remain
President Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for more than 75 countries, while raising tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%. NBC News' Christine Romans reports on how the decision could affect ...NBC News - 17h -
Trump’s tariffs may be reduced but their impact will be felt in the UK and beyond
We examine potential consequences of US president’s market chaos, which could reach every corner of global finance and economy. Donald Trump may have stepped back from his huge tariff rises on ...The Guardian - 6h -
Five NFC teams that must ace 2025 NFL Draft: Cowboys, Giants under pressure to find instant-impact talent
A look at which clubs could really use an influx of long-term helpCBS Sports - 21h -
Trump tariffs 'will increase the unemployment rate to recessionary levels,' says economist
As a result of the Trump administration's new tariffs, U.S. job losses “could be in the millions,” says Harry Holzer, senior fellow at Brookings.CNBC - 1d -
Trump threatens additional 50 percent tariff on China
President Trump on Monday threatened to impose a 50 percent tariff on imports from China, a massive escalation of a potential trade war between the world's two largest economies. Trump's threat is ...The Hill - 2d -
O’Leary advocating for 400 percent tariffs on China
"Shark Tank" investor Kevin O’Leary said Tuesday that he is an advocate for placing 400 percent tariffs on China as the Trump administration ramps up its import taxes on the country. O’Leary, ...The Hill - 21h -
Stocks Plunge Worldwide, and Trump Faces Mass Protests
Plus, Wayne Gretzky’s record finally falls.The New York Times - 3d -
Bolton: Trump tariffs 'huge opportunity for China worldwide'
Former national security adviser John Bolton suggested Tuesday that he doesn't believe China will cut a deal with President Trump amid the back-and-forth tariff war. Instead, the former Trump ...The Hill - 21h -
70 percent of book challenges come from groups, elected officials: Research
More than 70 percent of book challenges in 2024 came from organized groups and government officials, according to the 2025 State of America’s Libraries Report by the American Library Association ...The Hill - 2d -
White House insists Trump won't budge on 104 percent China tariff
The White House on Tuesday insisted that President Trump won’t back down on his threat to impose a more than 100 percent tariff rate on China, significantly escalating the trade war between the two ...The Hill - 1d -
How PM might tackle impact of Trump tariffs
The BBC understands the PM is considering several options to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on the UK.BBC News - 3d -
Trump's tariffs: How American families, parents will be impacted
The Trump administration's introduction of new tariffs will impact American families and parents as prices rise.ABC News - 2d -
Will pensions and mortgages be impacted by tariffs? Your questions answered
The BBC's Cost of Living Correspondent answers your questions about how the tariffs might impact your moneyBBC News - 1d -
Bengals get a big win in mock draft created by AI
An AI-created mock draft even seems to know what the Bengals need.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump Is Threatening School Funding. Here’s What Families Should Know.
The impact of the upheaval could vary greatly across the country. New York, for example, is not feeling significant effects so far, but district leaders are watching closely.The New York Times - 2d
