Target latest company to roll back DEI programs

Israel targets Iran’s ‘last proxy’

With Hamas and Hizbollah humbled, Yemen’s Houthi militants style themselves as the final bastion of anti-Israel resistance

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Apple’s Board of Directors Encourages DEI Program Retention

As companies slash DEI policies, Apple’s board wants investors to weigh an alternative.

Inc. - Jan. 12

An English Soccer Giant Is Being Targeted by Organized Crime. Now It’s Fighting Back.

Liverpool has been under siege from gangs trying to illegally sell seats for matches.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Regulators Tell Baltimore Drug Program to ‘Cease and Desist’

Maryland issued the order after an investigation by The New York Times and The Baltimore Banner traced overdoses and deaths to an addiction program offering free housing.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

Amazon to halt some of its DEI programs: Internal memo

The company said it is in the process of "winding down outdated programs and materials" as part of a broader review of hundreds of initiatives.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Meta announces end of DEI programs. Read the internal memo

Meta says it plans to end a number of internal DEI programs, designed to increase the company's hiring of diverse candidates.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Meta terminates its DEI programs days before Trump inauguration

Meta, fresh off announcement to end factchecking, follows McDonald’s and Walmart in rolling back diversity initiatives. Following a week in which Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta was ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Meta to end programs aimed at diversifying workforce

Meta on Friday told employees that its plans to end a number of internal programs designed to increase the company’s hiring of diverse candidates, the latest dramatic change ahead of ...

NBC News - Jan. 10

Meta joins companies rolling back some DEI policies

McDonald's announced earlier this week that the company would end some initiatives centered on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI.

ABC News - Jan. 10

Meta cutting DEI team, programs in broad shift

Meta told employees Friday it will cut its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) team and roll back several related programs, marking another major shift in policy for the leading social media ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

EU fears Trump rolling back Biden-era measures

Bloc concerned about president-elect reversing US sanctions against Russia and other policies

Financial Times - Jan. 10

MAGA Is Blaming DEI for the California Wildfires

Rather than months without rain or the effects of climate change, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump Jr. are pointing to a familiar scapegoat as entire neighborhoods burn.

Wired - Jan. 9

These Roadies Help Stars Rock ’n’ Roll All Night. They’re in Their 70s.

Some of the live music industry’s most respected and consistently working roadies, instrument techs and sound people have been on the job for half a century.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Meta Rolls Back Hate Speech Rules

Advocates say Meta’s decision to loosen content moderation could lead to serious harms.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Bitcoin Is Luring More Companies and Their Cash

It is a sharp pivot away from the cautious approach of the traditional corporate treasury, normally charged with safeguarding cash rather than chasing higher returns.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

LiAngelo Ball, also known as 'G3,' to perform at Rolling Loud California

G3 released his hit single "Tweaker" on Friday and was announced as a Rolling Loud performer Tuesday.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Rolls-Royce expands to build bespoke cars for super-rich

The luxury carmaker will almost double the size of its factory to build more one-offs.

BBC News - Jan. 8

2024 Tried to Kill DEI. Could Costco Launch a Revival in 2025?

Conservative activists have successfully convinced companies such as McDonald’s and Walmart to shut down their DEI programs. Costco said no.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Meta scraps fact-checking, brings back political content in latest Trump-friendly move

Meta announces intent to "restore free expression" on its platforms

CNBC - Jan. 7

Who qualifies for the IRS Fresh Start program?

The IRS' Fresh Start program could help you catch up on delinquent tax debt — but you'll have to qualify first.

CBS 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

The latest forecast covering the UK

BBC weather presenter Darren Bett has the latest UK forecast for Tuesday.

BBC News - Jan. 7

McDonald’s is ‘retiring’ its DEI goals. Why more companies are expected to do the same.

Companies like Walmart, Harley-Davidson and Lowe’s have also changed their diversity initiatives

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Meta ending fact-checking program: Zuckerberg

Social media giant Meta announced a series of changes to its content moderation policies Tuesday, including the elimination of its fact-checking program, in what CEO Mark Zuckerberg said was an ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Meta Reveals Plan to Alter Fact-Checking Program

The move will end a third-party fact-checking system and rely on users to add notes or corrections to posts. It is likely to please the incoming Trump administration and its conservative allies.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

MLB rumors: Royals bring back Michael Lorenzen, Nolan Arenado targets AL East team, Astros set budget limit

Here are your hot stove rumors for Monday, Jan. 6

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices

McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

CBS News - Jan. 6

McDonald's rolls back diversity goals

Fast food giant McDonald’s has become the latest company to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments following the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision ending affirmative action in ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

McDonald's is the latest company to roll back diversity goals

Four years after launching a push for more diversity in its ranks, McDonald’s is ending some of its diversity practices, citing a U.S.

NBC News - Jan. 6

United Airlines rolling out Elon Musk's Starlink Wi-Fi this spring

United Airlines plans to launch its first commercial flight with Starlink Wi-Fi this spring after accelerating its timeline for the new internet service, the company announced Sunday. The carrier ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

LG rolls out new AI services to help consumers with daily tasks

LG kicked off the AI bandwagon today with a new set of AI services to help consumers in their daily tasks at home, in the car and in the office.

VentureBeat - Jan. 6

Philadelphia police launch program to reduce arrests of minors

Philadelphia police will stop arresting kids who are accused of first-time, low-level offenses as part of a police diversion program, beginning Monday.

The Hill - Jan. 6

HTML Is Actually a Programming Language. Fight Me

In fact, HTML is the most significant computing language ever developed. Underestimate it at your peril.

Wired - Jan. 6

See the latest forecast covering the UK

The BBC's Carol Kirkwood explains what the next few days will look like across the UK.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Trump is pondering a shake-up of NASA and its programs

A five-person committee within the Trump transition team is mulling over policy suggestions that represent major changes to the way the space agency operates.

The Hill - Jan. 5

From Plains to Atlanta, a Rolling Tribute Traces Jimmy Carter’s Life

Days of honoring the 39th president began on Saturday with stops at his childhood farm, the Georgia State Capitol and the Carter Center.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Scam Recruiters Are Hiring for Your Company. Here’s How to Fight Back

Employers are collateral damage in a common hiring scam. These scammers can harm prospective hires and damage your company reputation.

Inc. - Jan. 4

Buckeyes keep rolling in CFP: 'That's who we are'

Ohio State rolled to its second straight blowout win in the College Football Playoff, a 41-21 win over No. 1 Oregon that further eased the sting of its loss to Michigan to end the regular season.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Ohio St. rolls into semis with rout of No. 1 Ducks

Ohio State is headed to the CFP semifinals after blasting No. 1 Oregon 41-21 on Wednesday night in the Rose Bowl.

ESPN - Jan. 1

Remembering Johnnie Walker - radio's rock 'n' roll pirate

He was one of radio's 60s rebels. More than 50 years later, after many ups and downs he was still broadcasting as the BBC's 'Sounds of the 70s'.

BBC News - Dec. 31

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