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Do Job Titles Matter?
Aren’t responsibilities more important? They’re important, but titles play significant roles within and outside of a company.Inc. - 1d -
What Are Book Blurbs, and How Much Do They Matter in Publishing?
An announcement from Simon & Schuster’s publisher left the literary community wondering whether blurbs, the little snippets of praise on a book jacket, are all they’re cracked up to be.The New York Times - 19h -
Too Busy Blurbing Books to Write One
For the novelist Rebecca Makkai, writing blurbs had become nearly a full-time job. She explains why blurbs matter — and why she’s taking a break.The New York Times - 1d -
What to do when the computer says no
Simply adding a human review process to an algorithmic decision doesn’t make tricky trade-offs disappearFinancial Times - 1d -
What is USAid and why does Trump dislike it so much?
The US agency distributes tens of billions of dollars’ worth of aid every year and is a key tool to promote soft power around the world. Donald Trump’s administration has confirmed plans to merge ...The Guardian - 1d -
The AI paradox: How tomorrow’s cutting-edge tools can become dangerous cyber threats (and what to do to prepare)
AI agents will bring enterprises to the next level, but the same applies to related vulnerabilities. Here are key tips to follow.VentureBeat - 2d -
What are tariffs and how do they work?
WASHINGTON — Tariffs are in the news at the moment.NBC News - 2d -
How world responds to Trump's tariffs is what matters next
Retaliatory taxes against the US by other nations could lead global trade into uncharted territory.BBC News - 3d -
How do you invest in stocks?
If you're planning to invest in stocks, there are a few different ways to get started. Here's what to know now.CBS News - 4d -
‘I was told books don’t sell here. I knew that wasn’t true’: the English teacher shaking up Nigeria’s publishing scene
After a brush with death pushed Othuke Ominiabohs to self-publish his novels, he realised there was a gap in the market for fresh African writing. In a hospital bed fearing his death was imminent, ...The Guardian - Jan. 29 -
Mystery around top-ranked Rockefeller book grows as university publisher denies involvement
The book is ranked No. 22 on Amazon's list of best-selling economic history books, yet it's filled with factual errors.CNBC - Jan. 28 -
How much money is a U.S. president's signature worth?
There's a huge market for signatures of former U.S. presidents like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson and Theodore Roosevelt. Barry Petersen spoke with a collector about the ...CBS News - Jan. 25 -
How much debt is required to file for bankruptcy?
If you're planning to file for bankruptcy, it's important to understand the minimum debt requirements beforehand.CBS News - Jan. 24 -
How we talk about Greenland matters to our alliances around the world
Rather than appeal to Denmark’s goodwill, President Trump’s rhetoric risks trapping the U.S. in a cycle of increasing coercion.The Hill - Jan. 24 -
How to stay safe in a storm and what to do in a power cut
The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather are damaging homes and causing power outages.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
New PS5 Update Is Out Now, But It Doesn't Really Do Much
Sony has pushed out a new PS5 system software update today, but it looks like it doesn't really add much.. According to the PlayStation website , the new Version: 25.01-10.60.00 update only added ...GameSpot - Jan. 23 -
Han Kang Talks About Her Jeju Book, ‘We Do Not Part”
Han Kang’s latest novel, about a South Korean massacre, delves into why atrocities must be remembered. “It’s pain and it is blood, but it’s the current of life,” she said.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Tesla’s stock is surging ahead of Trump’s inauguration. What matters after that.
Tesla’s stock surges ahead of Inauguration Day, as investors bet on CEO Elon Musk’s ability to influence Federal rule making.MarketWatch - Jan. 18 -
Publishers and Influencers Wonder What Could Replace the Power of BookTok
With a ban looming, publishers are hoping to pivot to new platforms, but readers fear their community of book lovers will never be the same.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Do conference title games still matter? Expanded playoff already diminishing worth of extra data point
Ohio State did not play for a Big Ten championship and Notre Dame is an independent, but they square off for a national title anywayCBS Sports - Jan. 17 -
What Trump should do about Greenland
Trump’s concern about the Far North is a legitimate one; he is right to seek a more robust defense against potential Chinese or Russian operations in that region.The Hill - Jan. 17 -
What Did Trump’s Tax Cuts Do?
Economic upheaval caused by the pandemic has clouded analysts’ ability to understand the effects of the 2017 tax law. Republicans call it a huge success and want to extend it anyway.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
What does Raducanu need to do to beat Swiatek?
Be fit, mobile, aggressive and confident - how Emma Raducanu can give herself a chance to beat five-time major champion Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
How much has the pound been trashed?
Our sideways charts get a second outing シFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
What quarterback strategy was best in 2024 fantasy football? Guess what — it didn't matter
Thinking about what approach to take to the quarterback position in 2025 fantasy football? Well, Andy Behrens has some news for you.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 16 -
Ask not what your government can do for you
The instinct to over-intervene runs across the political spectrumFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
What do bond yields mean for equity investors?
Some stocks avoid ripples in the fixed income marketFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Do Indians work too much?
An executive in the country has gone viral for saying workers should be in the office on SundaysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
AI Agents Are Here. How Much Should We Let Them Do?
WIRED’s advice columnist cracks open the publication’s archive to consider past promises about AI agents, and to get some advice on how we can use automation while retaining our humanity.Wired - Jan. 15 -
Darnold's dream turns into a nightmare. What will the Vikings do?
Even after a remarkable regular season, Monday night's feeble showing marked another major test Sam Darnold failed as the Vikings' starting QB. What now?Yahoo Sports - Jan. 14 -
Why Do TV Title Sequences Have So Much … Stuff?
A visual style originally meant to make TV series appear epic and distinctive has become awfully familiarThe New York Times - Jan. 13 -
What Will Manhattan Congestion Pricing Do to Restaurants?
Days into the new charges, some restaurant owners say suppliers are raising prices. Others are giving customer discounts, and many fear the fallout for workers.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
This is how much hotter 2024 was than 2023
Copernicus says the global temperature for all of 2024 was 1.6 degrees above pre-industrial level.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
What to do if your CD matures in 2025
A CD account with a 2025 maturity date doesn't have to be the end of big returns. Here's what savers should do now.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
How Much Is a Grand Slam Title Really Worth?
The singles winners of the Australian Open will take home millions of dollars. But the tournament will take home hundreds of millions more.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
How California residents can prepare for wildfire evacuations and what to do if you're trapped
Tens of thousands of Southern Californians were ordered to evacuate their homes after out-of-control wildfires engulfed several parts of the Los Angeles area.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
What Matters More for Longevity: Genes or Lifestyle?
It depends on what your goal is.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
How much sick pay is too much sick pay?
The contrasting cases of Germany and the UK are revealing about policy trade-offsFinancial Times - Jan. 7