Activision Blizzard’s head of inclusive design on Pride, joy and acceptance in the industry
Sort by
137 items
Filter
-
The Hill - Politics
Don't trust the lies on diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine
Although many who endorse the DEI movement may be well-intentioned, in medicine, the end results will be disastrous for the patient. -
ESPN - Sports
Southgate defends Bellingham, accepts fine
England midfielder Jude Bellingham has been fined by UEFA for "breaching the basic rules of decent conduct" by motioning to grab his crotch in front of the Slovakia bench during England's Euro 2024 round-of-16 win on Sunday. -
BBC News - Top stories
Sunak apologises after Tory defeat and says he will step down
In a speech outside Number 10, Mr Sunak said he would step down as party leader once arrangements for a successor are in place. -
Wired - Tech
Health Care Should Be Designed for the Extremes of Life
Much of health care is designed with the “comfortable middle” of society in mind, says designer Yves Behar, when it should be tailored to children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
German Industry Continues to Struggle
German industrial production slumped in May as car manufacturing tailed off, after an uptick in the sector at the start of this year faded away.Germany -
Inc. - Business
To Build a Better Company Culture, Accept That People Are Not Expendable Resources
In her new book, writer Samhita Mukhopadhyay breaks down the barriers businesses face to following through on DEI promises. -
ABC News - World
AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
The Hill - Politics
Extreme pride in being an American stays near record low: Gallup
Extreme pride in being an American has stayed near a record low, according to a new Gallup survey. The Gallup survey released shortly before the Fourth of July holiday found 41 percent of Americans polled said they are “extremely proud” of their ... -
ABC News - Entertainment
AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
Wired - Tech
The World’s Most Popular 3D-Printed Gun Was Designed by an Aspiring Terrorist
Growing numbers of insurgents and extremists use the FGC-9. Forensic analysis of online platforms reveals the dark world of the man who created it—a self-described incel who supported the German far right. -
CBS News - Top stories
Meet the designer turning classic Venetian glass into modern art
Venetian glass is perhaps the most famous glass in the world. The island of Murano became the glass-making center of Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries, creating art that was so popular it was sought out by royals well into the 19th century. ... -
ESPN - Sports
Unbeaten no more: Marta gives Pride win vs. KC
Marta scored on a second-half penalty kick to give the Orlando Pride victory over the host Kansas City Current 2-1 on Saturday in a matchup of unbeaten teams. -
Wired - Tech
How Keir Starmer Can Fix the UK’s Tech Industry
The new Labour government could bring about a renaissance in UK tech and bolster the country’s precarious post-Brexit startup pipeline. That’s if politics don’t get in the way. -
-
CBS News - Top stories
Randy Travis advocates for change in the music industry
The career of country music legend Randy Travis was forever transformed when he suffered a stroke in 2013 that left him partially paralyzed, with limited ability to speak. However, the Grammy winner is finding new ways to use his voice, turning ... -
NBC News - Top stories
Biden privately remains torn between defiance and acceptance amid calls to step aside
WASHINGTON — In recent conversations with aides, family members and allies outside the White House, President Joe Biden has vacillated between acceptance and defiance in the face of the seismic shift in his political standing within his own party, ...Joe Biden -
Inc. - Business
Shipping Companies Push Back Against Vessel Speed Rules Designed to Protect Whales
Shipping and commercial fishing companies say these rules, designed to protect whales, pose economic consequences -
NBC News - Top stories
Apple accepts Epic Games Store for the E.U. after facing a public callout from the company
Apple has signed off on the Epic Games Store in the EU after the gaming company publicly complained that the tech giant had repeatedly rejected their application.Apple -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Orlando Pride snap KC Current's NWSL-record unbeaten streak in battle of undefeateds
The battle between the NWSL's top two teams didn't disappoint. -
-
-
VentureBeat - Tech
Exclusive: Speech recognition AI learns industry jargon with aiOla’s novel approach
The company adapted OpenAI's Whisper model using its novel technique and improved its speech recognition accuracy by a significant margin. -
Inc. - Business
A Defense Industry Entrepreneur Who Took a Pay Cut to Hire Top Talent
This founder runs a $25 million business and makes saving money--and living below his means--a priority. -
CBS News - Top stories
Greece allows a 6-day work week for some industries
As countries around the world experiment with shorter work weeks, Greece has taken a step in the opposite direction. -
The New York Times - World
Facing New ‘Greenwashing’ Law, an Oil Industry Website Goes Dark
Oil sands companies pushing a carbon capture project shut down their website after a law banning misleading environmental claims was passed. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Paul Theroux, Author of Almost 60 Books, Has Advice for Aspiring Writers
After 60 years and almost as many books, the novelist and travel writer, 83, will stop when he falls out of his chair. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gas Stoves Head for the Ballot in Washington State
A voter initiative in November would save natural gas energy for homes and business. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gen Z Discovers Costco, Sam's Club and the Joy of Buying Groceries in Bulk
With food prices still high, shoppers look for ways to team up with roommates, neighbors and family. -
The Hill - Politics
Joy Reid says she'd vote for Biden if he was 'in a coma'
MSNBC host Joy Reid said she would “vote for” President Biden even if he was “in a coma” in a Thursday post on TikTok. “By the way, if it’s Biden in a coma, Imma vote for Biden in a coma,” Reid said in the video, underscoring her desire to keep ...Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
Euro 2024 Daily: Penalty joy for England, heartbreak for Swiss
England beat Switzerland in a penalty shootout to deny them a first semifinal at a major tournament. Here's what happened on Saturday at Euro 2024. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Auto Industry Warns of Supply-Chain Upsets, Higher Costs From Cybersecurity Rules
The Commerce Department is investigating how to limit cyber risks in connected cars made with parts from China and other adversaries. -
CNBC - Business
'Early innings' of a U.S. manufacturing boom: Tema ETFs CEO delivers bull case for industrials
Tema's American Reshoring ETF looks to benefit from deglobalization and U.S. job creation. -
VentureBeat - Tech
Is the healthcare industry ready for generative AI? Nurses say no, Kaiser Permanente begs to differ
Are we ready to put our lives in the hands of generative AI? Kaiser Permanente's VP of AI shares how they went all in, at VB Transform. -
BBC News - Top stories
Voters to head to polls for UK general election
Polls will open at 07:00 on Thursday as millions prepare to cast their vote in the general election.United Kingdom -
The New York Times - World
As Beryl Moves On, Ravaged Islands Assess the Devastation
The hurricane caused destruction across the Caribbean, but some were relieved that it hadn’t been worse. -
BBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl heads towards Mexico and the US
The National Hurricane Center forecasts the storm will hit the Yucatan Peninsula before heading towards Texas.Mexico -
Financial Times - World
Live results map: The winners in every seat
Full details of who has won in every constituency -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
All UFL head coaches are free agents
The eight initial UFL franchises will be back in 2025. -
NBC News - Top stories
This is what Hurricane Beryl did to Grenada and now it's headed to Jamaica
Grenada’s prime minister said the island of Carriacou was left in a state of “almost Armageddon” after Hurricane Beryl. The people of Jamaica are prepared for the worst as the storm headed there. -
NBC News - Politics
British PM Rishi Sunak faces likely defeat as voters head to polls
British voters are heading to the polls for the country’s first parliamentary election in five years and are widely expected to usher out over a decade of Conservative Party power. Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing challengers for the ...United Kingdom