Concern in fashion industry over model sizes creating unrealistic standards

The head of British Vogue says she's concerned that designers are returning to ultra-thin fashion models. She believes it's happening, in part, because of weight loss drugs. A recent report found ...

‘Double Standards and Hypocrisy’: The Dissent at Cisco Over the War in Gaza

Employees at Cisco revealed to WIRED the challenges they’ve encountered while petitioning for the cancellation of contracts with Israel and greater recognition of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Tech - Wired - October 30

Vogue boss 'concerned' by return to skinny models

British Vogue's editor says skinny models are back "in", partly fuelled by weight loss drug Ozempic.

Concerns over 2024 election betting

New data shows more than $100 million has been legally wagered on the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump presidential race. Koleman Strumpf, the Burchfield Presidential Chair of Political Economy at ...

Transgender models become the first to walk in Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Transgender models Valentina Sampaio and Alex Consani strutted down the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York City.

AI groups rush to redesign model testing and create new benchmarks

Rapidly advancing technology is surpassing current methods of evaluating and comparing large language models

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

India to probe e-scooter maker Ola Electric over service, product standards

World - Yahoo News - 15 hours ago

Inter's win over Roma marred by injury concerns

Inter Milan suffered double injury blow as Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Francesco Acerbi limp off on Sunday in the 1-0 win against Roma.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Patagonian tourism numbers sparks concerns over sustainability

A clutch of luxury operators are trying to demonstrate that visiting the region can be managed responsibly

World - Financial Times - October 23

Victims concerned over missing Windrush reform

Yvette Cooper announces funding as part of a "fundamental reset" of the Windrush scandal response.

Costco recalls salmon over listeria concerns

A notice to Costco customers urges them not to consume some packages of salmon over concerns it could be contaminated with listeria.

Concerns over Brianna's mobile use, inquest hears

The murdered teenager's family and school has shown concern but Brianna did not engage with support.

Latest concerns over North Korean troops in Russia

More evidence of North Korean troops traveling to Russia to aid in the war against Ukraine is raising concerns over the growing alliance between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin. CBS News' Charlie ...

'That's democracy' - EU not concerned over Berlin government collapse

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Democrats express concern over Gaetz pick

Democrats in both chambers of Congress have expressed concern over President-elect Trump’s decision to tap Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) to serve as the next attorney general. Trump announced on ...

Politics - The Hill - 22 hours ago

From fashion to the food industry: 11 ways that weight-loss drugs have changed the world

The growing – and sometimes secret – use of drugs containing semaglutide has had a huge impact on how we live … but where will it end?. For a phenomenon that has such visible results, there is huge ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

Health union warns of 'large-scale' industrial action over pay

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt said he would not be able to match pay deals for healthcare staff in other parts of UK.

FDA Freezes COVID-Flu Combo Vaccine Trial Over Safety Concern

Maker Novavax reported a recipient of the combination vaccine experienced symptoms of nerve cell damage.

Business - Inc. - October 16

US ‘deeply concerned’ by intelligence leak over Israel plan to attack Iran

Officials say no further leaks but investigation under way into how documents came to be published on Telegram. US government officials investigating the leak of two classified intelligence ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Legal concerns over billionaire Elon Musk PAC giveaway to support Trump

A campaign tactic by Donald Trump ally Elon Musk is raising new legal concerns. The billionaire is offering a big cash prize to battleground state voters who sign a petition for his Trump super ...

Germany, UK concerned over North Korean support for Russia

World - Yahoo News - October 23

UK amends football regulator bill over concerns of state interference

Changes intended to ‘ensure’ new body will be ‘fully independent’ of government and industry

World - Financial Times - October 23

Alleged Al Fayed victims raise concerns over Harrods settlement process

Four women have decided to discontinue claims through the London department store’s scheme

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Costco's Kirkland Signature smoked salmon recalled over listeria concerns

Salmon sold at Costco is the latest product to be recalled over listeria concerns. Acme Smoked Fish Corp., which supplies the fish to Costco, sent a notice to shoppers this week. It urged them to ...

Teva Fined Around $500 Million Over MS Drug Competition Concerns

The European Union fined Israel’s Teva Pharmaceutical 462.6 million euros, saying it abused its market position in a way that might have delayed competitors from entering the multiple sclerosis ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

GPs and care homes fear impact of National Insurance rise

The NHS is exempt from the rise in employer National Insurance contributions, but private providers are not.

Sweden stops plans for 13 offshore wind farms over security concerns

World - Yahoo News - November 4

Biden meeting with Israeli President Herzog as concerns continue over Gaza aid

President Biden and Israeli President Isaac Herzog are meeting at the White House Tuesday as aid organizations in Gaza say Israel has failed to meet U.S. demands to allow greater humanitarian ...

Some experts raise concerns over Musk and Ramaswamy's government efficiency roles

Donald Trump's announcement that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a newly formed Department of Government Efficiency has alarmed some government ethics experts.

IRS Increases Standard Deductions for 2025

Inflation pushes up the deductions to $15,000 for single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately and $30,000 for couples who file jointly.

Business - Inc. - October 23

The real-estate industry is battling over how homes are listed for sale. Here’s why that matters to buyers and sellers.

The outcome of a real-estate industry dispute could change how the average American finds for-sale home listings.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Trump tariffs loom over retail earnings as Home Depot points to ‘industry-wide impact’

Home Depot Inc.’s third-quarter results this week gave a glimpse into the looming issue of tariffs for major U.S. retailers.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Aitana Bonmati skips Spain friendlies as concerns over schedule congestion plague women's, men's soccer

Spain will play Canada and Italy in friendlies this month

Sports - CBS Sports - October 17

European Central Bank policymakers split on the need for jumbo rate cuts as growth concerns take over

Policymakers at the European Central Bank are split on the need to consider a jumbo half-point interest rate cut in December.

Business - CNBC - October 23

California subsidies for manure-based biogas face rising scrutiny over pollution concerns

Tensions are rising in California's agricultural heartland over state subsidies for manure-based biogas that are meant to help reduce planet-warming emissions but that environmental groups and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Former Clippers trainer suing team, says he was fired for voicing concerns over Kawhi Leonard injuries

A former trainer for the Los Angeles Clippers is suing the team for wrongful termination, claiming he was fired for voicing complaints about treatment Kawhi Leonard received for injuries.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Concerns raised over access to UK Biobank data after ‘race scientists’ claims

Expert says any suggestion of Human Diversity Foundation accessing sensitive data could affect public trust in science. Concerns have been raised about access to a scientific trove containing the ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

1st US case of bird flu in a pig raises concerns over potential human threat

A pig at an Oregon farm was found to have bird flu

Health - ABC News - October 30

Is your air fryer spying on you? Concerns over ‘excessive’ surveillance in smart devices

UK consumer group Which? finds some everyday items including watches and speakers are ‘stuffed with trackers’. Air fryers that gather your personal data and audio speakers “stuffed with trackers” ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

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