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Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

The big-box retailer, the nation's largest, joins a growing list of companies feeling the heat from conservative activists.

Business - CNBC - 17 hours ago

Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

Walmart on Monday confirmed that it’s ending some of its diversity initiatives, removing some LGBTQ-related merchandise from its website and winding down a nonprofit that funded programs for ...

Walmart rolls back DEI policies

Walmart is set to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies nationwide, according to conservative activist Robby Starbuck, who said the company changed direction after talks last ...

Politics - The Hill - 18 hours ago

Why some U.S. companies are scaling back DEI programs

Why companies like Ford, Harley Davidson, Tractor Supply, Lowe's and others are scaling back DEI programs.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies

Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.

Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies

Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.

Politics - CBS News - 19 hours ago

Cornyn raises $33M to support GOP effort to win back Senate

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas), who is running to become Senate majority leader, announced Friday that he raised nearly $33 million during the 2024 election cycle to support Republican senators and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Walmart cuts DEI

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Walmart rolls back DEI policies under pressure Walmart will roll back diversity, ...

Politics - The Hill - 13 hours ago

U.S. Workers Might Be Souring on DEI

According to a new survey from the Pew Research Center, U.S. workers are feeling “slightly more negative” about DEI efforts compared with last year.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

Does Changing the Language of DEI Protect Companies?

Many executives have changed – or are changing — their language around DEI efforts. But one expert says these changes aren’t likely to provide any legal protection.

Business - Inc. - October 28

The Anti-DEI Influencer Waging War on Lowe’s and Ford

From his home in Tennessee, the social media rabble-rouser Robby Starbuck is waging war on “woke” policies at places like Lowe’s and Ford. His timing is impeccable.

Business - The New York Times - November 1

Crockett lays into Republicans claiming oppression over DEI

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) blasted Republicans who said diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts were oppressing white Americans. During a markup of Rep. Michael Cloud’s (R-Texas) ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Retailers brace for DEI blowback in lead-up to election, holiday shopping season

Some companies are concerned about attending public DEI events while others are strategizing on how to avoid criticism over their policies and programs.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Monte dei Paschi di Siena Posts Quarterly Beat on Fees Growth

The Italian lender reported third-quarter net profit and revenue growth ahead of expectations, led by higher income from fees and commissions.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 8

Walmart Joins Growing List of Companies Dropping DEI Policies

The retailing giant became the biggest employer yet to back away from diversity and inclusion commitments following a conservative pressure campaign.

Business - Inc. - 18 hours ago

Walmart U.S. CEO explains the retailer's DEI policy rollback

John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S., talks about the company's decision to scale back its DEI policies.

Study: DEI Training Could Make Racial Tensions Worse

A new study found reading extracts by Robin DiAngelo and Ibram X. Kendi led people to perceive racism where none existed.

Business - Inc. - 11 hours ago

This Inc. 5000 Founder Has Weathered DEI Backlash. Now, She’s Preparing for 4 Years Under Trump

Morgan DeBaun says diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives need to rebrand to survive.

Business - Inc. - November 11

Walmart U.S. CEO on DEI programs, Trump's proposed tariffs and holiday shopping season

John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S., speaks exclusively with "CBS Mornings" about the potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump's tariffs, what to expect this holiday shopping ...

Investors Want to See a Payout on Microsoft’s AI Efforts

As the tech giant readies a report of what’s forecast as its slowest quarterly growth in a year, shareholders want to see genuine demand for the AI applications it’s spent billions to develop.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Pfizer's Strong Quarter Bolsters CEO's Comeback Efforts

The pharmaceutical company reported its third consecutive quarter with positive results.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Behind efforts to appeal to 2024 women voters

Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is positioning surrogates like former first lady Michelle Obama to appeal to women voters before Election Day with reminders about vote secrecy and difficult ...

Missouri sues DOJ in effort to block poll monitors

The Republican-led state of Missouri on Monday asked a judge to block the Justice Department from dispatching lawyers to St. Louis to monitor adherence to federal voting rights laws on Election ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Behind efforts to flip North Carolina for Democrats

North Carolina has become one of the key battleground states for the 2024 elections as Democrats push for more voters in that state. CBS News' Skyler Henry breaks down how campaigns are trying to ...

Effort to add abortion rights to Florida's Constitution fails

Florida voters on Tuesday rejected a ballot measure that would have enshrined abortion rights in the state constitution.

JJ Redick unhappy with Lakers effort in loss to Memphis

LeBron James can't prevent short-handed Lakers (minus Anthony Davis and Rui Hachimura) from losing to Memphis.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Redick praises LeBron, rips others' lack of effort

JJ Redick was effusive in praising LeBron James' effort on a night when the Lakers coach said the rest of the team failed to compete in a 131-114 loss to Memphis.

Sports - ESPN - November 7

Meloni launches renewed effort to detain migrants in Albania

Arrival of asylum seekers from Egypt and Bangladesh will test Italian government’s deal with Tirana

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Is the Watch Industry Downplaying Its Sustainability Effort?

Some observers say that, as the deadline for European Union reporting nears, brands have lowered the volume on their environmental communications.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

Burberry Ramps Up Turnaround in Effort to Revive Brand

The luxury group said it was taking steps to cut costs and change its pricing strategy, after it slid to a first-half loss on sharply lower sales.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 14

Gaza War Strains Europe’s Efforts at Social Cohesion

Institutions meant to promote civility, from soccer to song, have come under severe stress from rising antisemitism and anti-immigrant politics.

World - The New York Times - November 15

Stingless bees' lead conservation efforts in the Amazon rainforest

As President Joe Biden makes history by becoming the first U.S. president to visit the Amazon rainforest, efforts are being made to preserve the planet’s critical ecosystems. One project is being ...

US awaits Lebanon response to Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire plan

It comes amid escalating Israeli strikes seemingly aimed at pressurising Hezbollah and the government.

Latest on bomb cyclone damage and recovery efforts

Areas of the northwestern U.S. are recovering as a deadly storm known as a bomb cyclone tore through the region. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports on the recovery efforts.

The 25 greatest freshman efforts of the past 25 seasons

Cooper Flagg could be on track for a fantastic college basketball freshman season. But which heavyweights is he up against to have one of the greatest?

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Behind the efforts to prevent The Onion from buying InfoWars

A judge is hearing arguments against The Onion's purchase of InfoWars as part of Alex Jones' efforts to retain power over the brand. CBS News' Janet Shamlian reports.

Another lackluster effort as Lakers lose to the Suns

Facing a potent team in Phoenix, the Lakers were again badly outclassed in the second half and are routed by Suns.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 hours ago

Voters concerned about post-election violence, efforts to overturn the results: Poll

A new poll finds that American voters are approaching the presidential election with deep unease about what could follow

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Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

Walmart rolls back DEI policies

Why some U.S. companies are scaling back DEI programs

Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies

Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies

Cornyn raises $33M to support GOP effort to win back Senate

Walmart cuts DEI

U.S. Workers Might Be Souring on DEI

Does Changing the Language of DEI Protect Companies?

The Anti-DEI Influencer Waging War on Lowe’s and Ford

Crockett lays into Republicans claiming oppression over DEI

Retailers brace for DEI blowback in lead-up to election, holiday shopping season

Monte dei Paschi di Siena Posts Quarterly Beat on Fees Growth

Walmart Joins Growing List of Companies Dropping DEI Policies

Walmart U.S. CEO explains the retailer's DEI policy rollback

Study: DEI Training Could Make Racial Tensions Worse

This Inc. 5000 Founder Has Weathered DEI Backlash. Now, She’s Preparing for 4 Years Under Trump

Walmart U.S. CEO on DEI programs, Trump's proposed tariffs and holiday shopping season

Investors Want to See a Payout on Microsoft’s AI Efforts

Pfizer's Strong Quarter Bolsters CEO's Comeback Efforts

Behind efforts to appeal to 2024 women voters

Missouri sues DOJ in effort to block poll monitors

Behind efforts to flip North Carolina for Democrats

Effort to add abortion rights to Florida's Constitution fails

JJ Redick unhappy with Lakers effort in loss to Memphis

Redick praises LeBron, rips others' lack of effort

Meloni launches renewed effort to detain migrants in Albania

Is the Watch Industry Downplaying Its Sustainability Effort?

Burberry Ramps Up Turnaround in Effort to Revive Brand

Gaza War Strains Europe’s Efforts at Social Cohesion

Stingless bees' lead conservation efforts in the Amazon rainforest

US awaits Lebanon response to Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire plan

Latest on bomb cyclone damage and recovery efforts

The 25 greatest freshman efforts of the past 25 seasons

Behind the efforts to prevent The Onion from buying InfoWars

Another lackluster effort as Lakers lose to the Suns

Voters concerned about post-election violence, efforts to overturn the results: Poll

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