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Books Bound in Human Skin: An Ethical Quandary at the Library
Harvard’s recent decision to remove the binding of a notorious volume in its library has thrown fresh light on a shadowy corner of the rare book world.The New York Times - Top stories -
Defense giant BAE Systems linked to arms deals in countries accused of human rights abuses, report finds
British defense contractor BAE Systems does business with countries accused of known or suspected human rights abuses, according to a new report.CNBC - Business -
Netflix Subscribers Surge To 270 Million
In the streaming realm, Netflix is still the king of the mountain by a wide margin. But even Netflix didn't predict that it would hit 270 million subscribers this financial quarter. Via Variety, Netflix has released its report for the first ...GameSpot - Tech - Netflix -
The next bank bailout’s true costs may not be such a mystery
Future debates about whether to assist distressed corporations, including New York Community Bank, could be better informed by more educated guesses about costs.The Hill - Politics -
Drought Pushes Millions Into ‘Acute Hunger’ in Southern Africa
The disaster, intensified by El Niño, is devastating communities across several countries, killing crops and livestock and sending food prices soaring.The New York Times - Science -
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Undergarments for the Ultrawealthy
Cadolle, a maker of corsets favored by designers like John Galliano and labels like Dior, is known for custom underpinnings that can cost thousands of dollars.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
China Hits U.S. With Levy on Chemical as Trade Tensions Rise
China slapped a levy on imports from the U.S. of a widely used chemical, a small salvo in an escalating trade dispute between Washington and Beijing.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Foreign aid legislation advances, but could cost Speaker Mike Johnson
The House Rules Committee advanced a foreign aid package that provides billions in stalled security funding for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, steering the measures closer toward passage this weekend. The legislation had been tied up for weeks. The ...CBS News - Politics -
Biden Shields Millions of Acres of Alaskan Wilderness From Drilling and Mining
The administration has blocked a proposed industrial road needed to mine copper in the middle of the state, and has banned oil drilling on 13 million acres in the North Slope.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
A Penthouse With a ‘Little Garden of Eden’ Is Listed at Nearly $5 Million
David Saint, a theater director and a producer of the 2021 film version of “West Side Story,” is selling his duplex with a wraparound terrace in the East Village.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
NBA Players to Split $34 Million for 2024 Playoff Bonuses
NBA players have the highest salaries in U.S. pro sports by a wide margin. The same holds true come playoff time. Players on NBA playoff teams will divvy up $33.7 million this season, with each team receiving a chunk based on how far their teams ...Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
David Zaslav Receives $50 Million for Leading Struggling Warner Bros. Discovery
The chief executive’s 2023 pay package rose 26 percent from the year before, while the company’s losses totaled $3 billion.The New York Times - Business -
Environmental Damage Could Cost You a Fifth of Your Income Over the Next 25 Years
The world is already committed to warming that will undercut the global economy by 20 percent between now and 2050. That’s six times the price of limiting warming to 2 degrees Celsius.Wired - Tech -
Nike discloses ‘second phase’ of job cuts at its headquarters amid cost-savings efforts
More than 700 staff at Nike’s global headquarters in Oregon will have been laid off by June 28, the company said.MarketWatch - Business -
Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor has made $370 million from MicroStrategy stock sales this year
Following a share-sale plan executed last year, MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor has profited handsomely from unloading stock in 2024.CNBC - Business - Crypto -
Jake Paul offers Jorge Masvidal, Nate Diaz $10 million for MMA fight
Jake Paul is dead serious about making his MMA debut for PFL.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Boxing -
Why a 3-million-year-old lizard species in Arizona has virtually disappeared
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the ...CBS News - Top stories -
Israel Strikes Iran in Narrow Attack Amid Escalation Fears
Tehran lifts restrictions on Iran’s airspace after canceling flights amid reports of explosions.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
AI Gives Enterprise Device Market Something to Be Excited About
The biggest innovation in years has come for personal computers as manufacturers integrate chips that enable them to run large scale AI models directly on the device. But how quickly chief information officers will want to start snapping up the ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
FedEx to fund $25 million for Memphis NIL in what's believed to be largest corporate partnership with athletes
The investment will cover $5 million in NIL contracts for Memphis athletes for five straight yearsCBS Sports - Sports -
Warner Bros. Discovery Lost Money Last Year. Its CEO Got a $50 Million Payday.
Much of Chief Executive David Zaslav’s compensation was tied to free cash flow, which soared amid cost-cutting efforts.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Her Accessible Recipes Inspire Millions of Home Cooks. She's Learning Right Along With Them.
For surprising flavor combinations like Crispy Lime Cabbage & Turmeric White Bean Mash, legions of followers flock to @Justine_Snacks. And no one is more surprised by that than its creator.The Wall Street Journal - World -
FedEx pledges $25 million over 5 years in NIL program for University of Memphis athletes
FedEx has pledged $25 million over the next five years to be used in sponsorship deals with University of Memphis athletesABC News - Sports -
2024 RBC Heritage purse, prize money: Payout for golfers from $20 million pool for signature event
Another signature event means another big winner's check up for grabsCBS Sports - Sports -
You could claim up to $500 from Walmart as a part of a $45 million class action lawsuit—here's how to check
A class action lawsuit alleges Walmart overcharged customers for certain weighted goods and bagged citrus. How to file a claim for a cash payout up to $500.CNBC - Business -
Drone startup Zipline hits 1 million deliveries, looks to restaurants as it continues to grow
The company said its zero-emission drones have now flown more than 70 million autonomous commercial miles across four continents.CNBC - Business -
New York AG says $175 million Trump fraud bond isn't properly backed, should be voided
Donald Trump was ordered to pay more than $450 million in damages in a civil business fraud lawsuit lodged by New York Attorney General Letitia James.CNBC - Business - New York -
U.S. Fines Thai Company SCG Plastics $20 Million Over Alleged Iran Sanctions Violations
Treasury says SCG used certain shipping and documentation practices to conceal that the products it sold were made in Iran.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
‘I’m just a lawnmower man, I’m no one special’: Nathan Stafford, the Sydney gardener with a following of millions
He has amassed a huge international social media audience for videos of tidying, ASMR and helping out ‘legends’. Now he has a meeting with a housing minister. Who is he?. On a quiet street in Sydney’s Glebe, Nathan Stafford is standing halfway up ...The Guardian - World