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Civil Rights Activists and Entrepreneurs Split on Target Boycott After DEI Decision
Some believe in boycoting the company of over its DEI policy change while others say this hurts minority businesses.Inc. - 12h -
Smiths Group announces break-up after activist pressure
Shares in London-listed conglomerate jump after it announced plans to sell or demerge two of its four core divisionsFinancial Times - 4h -
Patti Smith collapses on stage in Brazil after suffering days-long migraine
The poet, author and musician fell during a performance with Soundwalk Collective, who later posted ‘she is being cared for by the best doctors’. Patti Smith collapsed during a performance in ...The Guardian - 1d -
DOJ's LGBTQ employee group shuts down after three decades
The board of DOJ Pride, founded in 1994, told members that the decision was made “in the interest and for the protection of all members.”NBC News - 1d -
Trump amps up pressure on companies to roll back DEI
Nearly five years after major companies declared their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion following the police killing of George Floyd, some are publicly pulling away from those ...The Hill - 2d -
After a minor break and some dog sledding, Nelly Korda begins follow-up to historic season
After an epic 2024, Nelly Korda begins a new season with a lot of perspective and a little bit of rest.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Guitarist Steuart Smith retiring from the Eagles after Parkinsonism diagnosis
Steuart Smith, the guitarist who has played with the Eagles since 2001, says he has to 'bow out' of the band after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
The Trump-Musk bromance is breaking up and could break America
President Trump and Elon Musk, two powerful figures, were initially united for the cameras and the "greater good," but their marriage made in heaven has now officially ended due to their ...The Hill - 3d -
Chiefs return to Super Bowl after breaking Bills’ hearts in another thriller
Buffalo Bills 29–32 Kansas City Chiefs Kansas City will face Philadelphia in Super Bowl Them again. The “three-peat” is alive for the Kansas City Chiefs after they narrowly overcame the ...The Guardian - 4d -
'Vanderpump Rules' stars Ally Lewber and James Kennedy break up after his arrest
“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy and girlfriend Ally Lewber have broken up following his arrest and an investigation into a suspected domestic violence incident.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
Pressure is on Allen to hold up his end of bargain in Mahomes rivalry
For Allen vs. Mahomes to be like Brady vs. Manning, the Bills QB needs some playoff wins over KC. Otherwise, he might be the Philip Rivers' of Mahomes' story.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 22 -
Trump announces up to $500 billion investment to build AI infrastructure
President Trump on Tuesday announced the creation of a new project to invest up to $500 billion in building the infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence (AI) development over his second ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Trump to announce up to $500 billion in private sector AI infrastructure investment
President Trump is announcing billions in private sector investment by OpenAI, Softbank and Oracle to build AI infrastructure in the U.S.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith comes up clutch late in national title win as freshman sensation climbs TD lists
Smith capped off an incredible freshman season with a highlight-reel performance on the biggest stageCBS Sports - Jan. 21 -
Murphy to face Wilson in Masters final after making 147 break
Shaun Murphy compiles only the sixth 147 maximum break in the history of the Masters, in his semi-final against Mark Allen.BBC News - Jan. 18 -
Oilfield services group SLB resists rising pressure to exit Russia
US company’s chief executive tells investors its operations do not breach Biden administration’s sweeping new sanctionsFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
Medicare announces weight-loss drugs, including Ozempic, will be up for price negotiations
The Biden administration on Friday released its next round of prescription drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations, which includes Ozempic.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
SpaceX's Starship rocket breaks up after launch, flights divert after FAA debris warning
SpaceX launched the seventh test flight of its Starship rocket on Thursday.CNBC - Jan. 17 -
2 dead, 2 injured after man attacks group of people with a stick
Two people are dead, and two others have been injured after a man allegedly attacked a group of homeless people with a stick, police said.ABC News - Jan. 17 -
Gaza ceasefire announced after 15 months of war
Palestinians and Israelis celebrate as truce is unveiled by mediatorsFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Bonfire Studios announces debut game Arkheron after 8 years — exclusive
Bonfire Studios, an indie game developer started in 2016, is finally coming out of stealth mode with details on its debut game Arkheron.VentureBeat - Jan. 15 -
US oil group under pressure to exit Russia after Biden widens sanctions
Lawmakers tell SLB, better known as Schlumberger, to quit country or risk penaltyFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Jack Smith resigns as special counsel after submitting Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith, who led two criminal cases against Donald Trump, has resigned. His resignation comes as Trump’s team tries to block the release of Smith’s final report about election ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
Trump announces environmental advisory group led by his former consultant
President-elect Trump said he will create an environmental advisory group lead by his former environmental consultant. “I am pleased to announce that Ed Russo, an Environmental Expert, will lead ...The Hill - Jan. 11 -
Drafting Chase Brown, picking up Jonnu Smith among best moves of 2024
No matter how well your team did, there's at least one decision that you're proud of. Our staff recounts theirs.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Fund managers to warn FCA over US activist’s plans to shake up UK trusts
Saba Capital has taken stakes in seven trusts and called on investors to vote for changes to their boardsFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Lloyds Banking Group’s branch shake-up fuels concern over closures and job cuts
Company’s customers across Halifax, Bank of Scotland and flagship brand to be allowed to use others’ premisesFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
House passes Laken Riley Act to amp up border enforcement and put pressure on Democrats
The Republican-led House passed its first bill, the Laken Riley Act, a strict border measure named for the 22-year-old Georgia nursing school student who was murdered.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
McDonald’s Abandons Some DEI Policies, Following Other Big Companies Caving to Pressure Groups
Despite its apparent successes in diversifying the company, McDonald’s joined the growing list of big corporations revising or dropping DEI programs amid conservative attacks.Inc. - Jan. 7 -
Biden announces more federal resources for New Orleans after deadly attack
As President Biden met with families of victims of the New Orleans pickup truck attack, the White House announced more federal resources to protect the city as it looks forward to the Super Bowl ...NBC News - Jan. 6 -
Trump pitches 'merged' US, Canada after Trudeau resignation announcement
President-elect Trump pitched the idea of a “merged” United States and Canada after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation, noting there would be no tariffs if the two ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
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Israel faces mounting pressure over detention of Gaza hospital chief after raid
Israel faced mounting pressure Saturday over its detention of Gaza hospital chief Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, during a raid on Kamal Adwan hospital.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
"Breaking Bad" house up for sale. Here's how much it costs.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Rockets F Jabari Smith Jr. out 4-6 weeks after breaking hand at shootaround
A Rockets shootaround went very wrong.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
Climate group calls for Biden to pardon activists for museum demonstrations
An international climate advocacy organization called on President Biden to pardon four activists charged with felonies in connection with climate demonstrations before leaving office. Two of the ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
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Activist investors give Japan a wake-up call
A critical mass of shareholder activists are forcing companies to adjustFinancial Times - Jan. 2
