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Thanks to AI, Apple's China problem is only getting worse
As artificial intelligence reshapes the technological landscape, America's leading tech companies face a choice between their values and their profits.Politics - The Hill - November 16 -
AI is supposed to make applying to jobs easier — but it might be creating another problem
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the job application process, simplifying some aspects — and creating new potential frictions in others.Top stories - NBC News - November 17 -
Dan Campbell: Criticism for keeping starters in blowouts is a good problem to have
The three biggest blowouts of this NFL season have been wins by the Lions: They beat the Jaguars by 46 points on Sunday, and they beat both the Cowboys and Titans by 38 points earlier this season.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 18 -
No president can fix all of our problems — hold Congress accountable
The average voter needs to be more politically active if they want change.Politics - The Hill - November 18 -
Warriors' glaring free-throw problem dooms them in loss to Clippers
The Golden State Warriors' free-throw struggles were on full display in a nail-biting loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19 -
No degree, no problem: US employers look beyond college credentials
Companies such as IBM, GM and Walmart are focusing on applicants’ skills rather than educationBusiness - Financial Times - November 20 -
'Ready, fire, aim': After ousting Joe Douglas, Jets ownership is last problem standing. It gets thornier after reported push to bench Aaron Rodgers
Now Rodgers has to be factored into the middle of the Jets' wreckage from multiple angles: Woody Johnson's opinion of him remaining on the roster and the $49M salary-cap hit if Rodgers is released.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 20 -
D.C. senator picks issue with Indiana's 'bought' 10-0 team
Indiana barreling into a late November game with Big Ten title and playoff stakes on the line should be held up as a reason why college football is better because of NIL and the transfer portal.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago -
New N.Y.P.D. Boss Takes Over a Department With ‘Phenomenal Problems’
Jessica Tisch will oversee top officials who have behaved questionably in public and private. Her supporters say she does not put up with posturing or incompetence.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Fake-alcohol deaths highlight SE Asia's methanol problem
The deaths of five tourists after apparently drinking tainted drinks highlight the wider issue of bootleg alcohol.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Constitution Hill’s new ‘tragic problem’ puts key Newcastle comeback in doubt
Trainer reveals hurdling great lame and having tests Unbeaten horse off track with ailments for nearly a year Constitution Hill, the unbeaten winner of the 2023 Champion Hurdle, is currently ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Why Infrastructure Is the ‘Hardest Problem to Solve’ for the National Women’s Soccer League
The opening of the Kansas City Current’s stadium was a historic moment for the league, raising the standard for a club’s stadium experience.Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
After a Humiliating Loss, the Giants Have a Problem Brewing in Their Locker Room
Major cracks in Brian Daboll’s hold on his players began to show for the first time Sunday, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Trump’s oil-drilling plans may pose a big problem for OPEC+
OPEC+ is facing a dilemma as the group of major oil producers meets this Sunday, thanks to expectations for a surplus in global oil supplies next year — and as U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s ...Business - MarketWatch - 17 hours ago -
Cop29 live updates: Carbon credit trade rules approved, breaking lengthy deadlock
Draft decision on article 6 approved with no objections. UN climate chief Simon Stiell gave a moving speech at the Cop29 opening plenary on Monday, writes Dharna Noor, fossil fuels and climate ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Trump’s Vast Tariffs Would Rock Global Businesses and Shake Alliances
Economists said Donald Trump’s plan to return trade barriers to levels not seen in generations would be “a grenade thrown in the heart” of the international system.Business - The New York Times - October 29 -
What could stop the global green energy race? A Trump victory
He could also take tougher steps to stymie decarbonisation efforts next time aroundWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
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Amid Climate Crisis, Svalbard Global Seed Vault Gets a Huge Deposit
A storage facility in Norway built to safeguard crop diversity recently received more than 30,000 samples as concerns grow about climate change and food insecurity.World - The New York Times - October 29 -
McDonald’s posts biggest decline in global sales in four years
Amid sluggish spending in US, Europe and China, sales fell by 1.5% between July and September. McDonald’s has posted another bigger than expected drop in sales as demand continues to slow, despite ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
How the Houthis Went From Ragtag Rebels to Global Threat
The Gaza war has allowed the Iran-backed Yemeni militants to broaden alliances with Iraqi militias, African jihadists and Russia.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
U.S. election won't be an 'uneventful event' for global markets, UBS chief says
Ermotti forecasts "market movements" will take place in the wake of the upcoming U.S. elections, no matter who wins leadership of the world's largest economy.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
Dropbox slashes 20% of global workforce, eliminating more than 500 roles
Dropbox is laying off 20% of its global workforce, the equivalent of 528 roles, according to CEO Drew Houston.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
Dropbox slashes 20% of global workforce, eliminating more than 500 roles
Dropbox is laying off 20% of its global workforce, the equivalent of 528 roles, CEO Drew Houston announced Wednesday in a note to staff. The company is in a “transitional period” as its file sync ...Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
The global fertility crisis: are fewer babies a good or a bad thing? Experts are divided
The UK’s fertility rate is at an all-time low, and many other countries face similar declines, creating ageing populations. But can ecological benefits of fewer people outweigh social problems ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
Ella Baron on global anxiety ahead of the US presidential election – cartoon
Continue reading...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
How the 'vibecession,' global economic uncertainty are influencing investors this election year
More than 60 countries held or will hold national elections in 2024. Here's the Principal Financial Group CEO's take on investors' response.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
US stocks stage rally as global markets await election result
Wall Street prepares for ‘a long night for volatility’ as investor mood remains febrileBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
Crypto Firms Including Kraken and Robinhood Launch Global Stablecoin Network
A group of fintech and cryptocurrency players want to increase stablecoin use through the newly created Global Dollar Network.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
‘Time for patriots’: global far-right figures celebrate Trump’s win
Jair Bolsonaro, Javier Milei and Giorgia Meloni among those in Europe and the Americas paying tribute. US elections 2024 – live updates US election results 2024: live map and tracker Key ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
These 4 Policies Show How Trump’s Victory Will Reverberate Through Global Economy
The rest of the world is looking plans for higher trade tariffs, deregulation, more oil drilling and more demands on America’s NATO partners and anticipating the strain on government finances, ...Business - Inc. - November 6 -
Global ETFs slide as investors see Trump tariff policies hurting trade
Exchange-traded funds tracking international stocks broadly struggled as investors reacted to Donald Trump's victory.Business - CNBC - November 6 -
‘A wrecking ball’: experts warn Trump’s win sets back global climate action
Election of a ‘climate denier’ to US presidency poses ‘major threat to the planet’, environmentalists say. US election results 2024: live map and tracker Senate and House results 2024: live ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
U.S. Election Sends Alarming Message for Global Climate Efforts
The Trump victory sets back the world’s attempt to rein in dangerous levels of warming and potentially isolates the United States in the global energy transition.Science - The New York Times - November 7
