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Business - Inc.
Boeing Crash Victims Suit Gets Pulled Into Culture Wars
The judge overseeing the company’s plea deal in a suit filed by families of passengers who died in two 737 MAX crashes took issue with the Justice Department’s DEI policy, potentially muddling a ...1 hour ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape
African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
'We have to compete': U.S. Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, tells NBC News
The U.S. Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, told NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer in Beijing that, "We have to be clear eyed by the dangers and the threat that China poses to the U.S."6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
'Bro culture': how gender is defining the US election – video
Why is Donald Trump's brand of rightwing politics so appealing to white male voters? Is Kamala Harris struggling to gain their support because of sexism, or do some men just feel unheard and ...7 hours ago -
Politics - CBS News
The impact of pop culture and celebrity influence on the 2024 presidential election
Ashley Spillane is on a national tour with her Civic Responsibility Project. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Madison, Wisconsin, to talk about using celebrity influence to strengthen democracy.Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Boeing’s New C.E.O. Calls for ‘Culture Change’ as Strike Vote Looms
As Kelly Ortberg presented his strategic vision, more than 33,000 striking employees of the aerospace manufacturer were expected to vote on a new contract.Yesterday -
Sports - ABC News
Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela served as a cultural ambassador for Mexican Americans, Mexicans
For Mexicans and Mexican Americans, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela was a beacon of hope, inspiration and pride3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
China rivalry will continue 'into the next decade,' U.S. ambassador tells NBC News
The United States will judge China “on its actions, not just its words,” U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns said, as the two rivals try to improve ties.5 hours ago - China -
Top stories - CBS News
The impact of pop culture and celebrity influence on the 2024 presidential election
Ashley Spillane is on a national tour with her Civic Responsibility Project. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Madison, Wisconsin, to talk about using celebrity influence to strengthen democracy.Yesterday -
World - ABC News
Sensational mass trial shines a dark light on rape culture in France
The sensational trial of 50 men accused of raping an unwitting and unconscious French woman who was repeatedly drugged by her husband has exposed what critics say is a dark rape culture in the countryYesterday -
Business - Inc.
The Elegant Strategy: Why Hustle Culture Isn’t Enough
Seth Godin’s new book reminds entrepreneurs that trying harder isn’t always the best strategy2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
A 50-Mile Art Road Trip Celebrates the Culture in Agriculture
In Wisconsin, the Farm/Art DTour brings artists and farmers together and each get a fresh perspective.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Dock Collapse in Georgia Strikes Sapelo Island Community Fighting for Its Culture
The deaths of seven people on Sapelo Island have brought to the fore longstanding frustrations among its Gullah Geechee community.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
When Critic vs. Choreographer Ignited a Cultural Firestorm
Thirty years ago, Bill T. Jones presented “Still/Here,” and the critic Arlene Croce responded with an explosive essay. Now the work is returning to the Brooklyn Academy.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Russian ambassador accuses UK of waging proxy war in Ukraine
Andrei Kelin says by providing weapons Britain is ‘killing Russian soldiers and civilians’. Moscow’s ambassador to London has said the UK is waging a proxy war against Russia, while predicting the ...4 days ago - Ukraine -
World - The Guardian
My brilliant Korea: rediscovery of a rich cultural narrative
By writing a book about Korean myths, a writer learned that the old stories ran deep in her family. In my childhood homes, I grew up with Korean culture all around me. For years we had a woodblock ...4 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Bill Belichick chimes in on Doug Pederson's comments about changing the culture in Jacksonville
Belichick comments candidly on coach he could, in theory, replace.4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Challenged on death of Dawn Sturgess, Russia’s ambassador appears to laugh and dismisses inquiry
In a wide-ranging interview with Laura Kuenssberg, Andrei Kelin also accuses the UK of “waging war” on Russia by supporting Ukraine.5 days ago -
World - The New York Times
Yes, Ambassadors Can Get Away With Murder
Diplomatic immunity is one of the oldest and most respected rules of international law.6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
AI mediation tool may help reduce culture war rifts, say researchers
System built by Google DeepMind team takes individual views and generates a set of group statements. Artificial intelligence could help reduce some of the most contentious culture war divisions ...October 17 - Artificial Intelligence -
Top stories - CBS News
How culture and social media are shaping the 2024 presidential race
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals ...October 17 -
World - The Guardian
When pubs and restaurants close, our culture is a casualty | Jay Rayner
Hospitality jobs have long kept struggling artists, actors and musicians going. When those gigs go, the arts are diminished too. Before Stanley Tucci was Stanley Tucci , he was just another ...October 17 -
Sports - ESPN
Source: Man Utd end Ferguson's ambassador deal
Sir Alex Ferguson is set to step back from his ambassadorial role at Manchester United at the end of the season, a source told ESPN.October 16 -
World - The Guardian
We live in a treat culture – and gen Z is splurging on snacks | Arwa Mahdawi
When times are hard, people opt for affordable luxuries. So should you splash out on that highly Instagrammable $19 smoothie?. The last time I happened to find myself in Los Angeles (which is not a ...October 16 -
Entertainment - ABC News
Becky G says 'Encuentros,' her second album of regional Mexican music, is a celebration of culture
Last year, Mexican American singer Becky G released her first album of regional Mexican music, “Esquinas.”October 15 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Man United legend Sir Alex Ferguson's ambassador role scrapped in cost-cutting move, per report
Ferguson was reportedly paid around $3 million a year for his servicesOctober 15 - Premier League -
Sports - ABC News
Man United great Alex Ferguson to step down as club ambassador in latest change under Jim Ratcliffe
Manchester United great Alex Ferguson will step down from his lucrative role as club ambassador at the end of the season, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated PressOctober 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Forget the polls: Cultural signs point toward a Harris victory
Sometimes a better predictor of our political futures is found in pop culture.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Manchester United cuts continue as Sir Alex Ferguson ambassador role slashed
Ex-manager reported to receive more than £2m a year Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos has cut 250 staff from payroll The latest victim of the Ineos-led economy drive at Manchester United is none other ...October 15 - Premier League -
World - ABC News
Canada, India expel each other's diplomats in escalating dispute over assassination
Canada says it has identified India’s top diplomat in the country as a person of interest in the assassination of a Sikh activist there and expelled him and five other diplomatsOctober 15 - India -
World - The Guardian
Prague bans night-time pub crawls in bid to attract ‘more cultured, wealthier’ tourists
Deputy mayor says Czech capital doesn’t want type of visitor ‘who comes for a short time only to get drunk’. Prague city councillors have banned night-time pub crawls organised by travel agencies ...October 15 -
Tech - VentureBeat
The evolution of memes: from simple laughs to a cultural phenomenon
CONTRIBUTOR CONTENT: Memes have become a common form of humor in the digital realm, especially among younger generations. Now, memes are even shared to express certain feelings or actions in ...October 14 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Simu Liu asks fans to stop 'bullying' bubble tea brand amid 'cultural appropriation' stir
While guest-starring on the Canadian show 'Dragon's Den,' Simu Liu criticized a bubble tea company he said risked 'cultural appropriation.'October 14 -
Sports - ESPN
Pederson on 'culture change': Jags just need wins
Doug Pederson says the Jaguars can't get used to losing games because that can become their identity this season.October 14 -
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World - ABC News
India recalls ambassador from Canada in growing dispute over allegation of involvement in assassination of Sikh activist
India recalls ambassador from Canada in growing dispute over allegation of involvement in assassination of Sikh activistOctober 14 -
World - The New York Times
India’s Ambassador Is Person of Interest in a Canadian Investigation, India Says
The move by the Indian government comes as the two countries have been locked in a dispute following the assassination of a Sikh separatist in Canada last year.October 14 - India -
Sports - ESPN
Jags HC: Need culture change; Cisco: 'Lot of quit'
Coach Doug Pederson said the Jaguars are on a "slippery slope" and in need of a culture change, especially after Andre Cisco said he saw "a lot of quit" vs. the Bears.October 13 -
Top stories - NBC News
Simu Liu criticizes Canadian boba tea company over concerns of cultural appropriation
Actor Simu Liu blasted a pair of Quebec entrepreneurs last week who went on Canada’s version of “Shark Tank” to pitch a drink they say has “transformed” boba tea.October 13