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Some Retailers Publicly Scrap DEI Initiatives as They Quietly Support Others
In a charged political atmosphere, where the term DEI has become almost derogatory to some, several companies continue aspects of earlier programs.Inc. - 14h -
U.S. retailers publicly scrap some 'DEI' initiatives while quietly supporting others
Several U.S. retailers that publicly scrapped diversity, equity and inclusion programs — including Target, Amazon and Tractor Supply — are maintaining certain efforts behind the scenes.NBC News - 12h -
49ers quietly move on from Brian Griese
When the 49ers announced their full coaching staff for 2025, one name was conspicuously absent.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26 -
Pentagon: $80M in savings found in initial DOGE scrutiny
The Pentagon, in initial work with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has found some $80 million in what it's deemed wasteful spending, according to the building's top ...The Hill - 3d -
EU leaders endorse new defence funding initiatives
Europe’s backing for Kyiv faces resistance from Orbán as Trump turns US-European relations on their headFinancial Times - 20h -
Saudi Arabia quietly steps up releases of political prisoners
Rights groups say conservative and liberal critics of the kingdom are among dozens freed in recent weeksFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
Telework has quietly solved one of America’s biggest employment challenges
The rise of remote work has allowed older individuals with disabilities to remain active in the labor market, contributing to a more inclusive workforce, while in-office mandates threaten to ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
DOGE Quietly Deletes the 5 Biggest Spending Cuts It Celebrated Last Week
The cuts, highlighted on an earlier version of the “wall of receipts” posted by Elon Musk’s team, contained mistakes that vastly inflated the amount of money saved.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Special counsel who prosecuted Hunter Biden quietly resigned in January
David Weiss stepped down as both a U.S. attorney and special counsel three days before President Donald Trump's inauguration.NBC News - 6d -
US firm that commissioned Fearless Girl statue quietly ends diversity policies
State Street’s statue became symbol of gender diversity in the workplace – now US companies are retreating from goals. The investment firm State Street, the company that commissioned the Fearless ...The Guardian - 2d -
Trump administration quietly amends government lay-offs directive
Change comes after thousands of workers were fired, causing chaos across the USFinancial Times - 2d -
Xbox’s AI initiative with Muse is an attempt to read the tea leaves, not the room
Earlier today, the heads of Microsoft’s Xbox division revealed Muse, a generative AI model that intends to create both visuals and gameplay for games. The model, which was trained on the largely ...VentureBeat - Feb. 19 -
PUBG Creator Thinks Players Will Initially Hate His Next Game
In late 2019, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds creator Brendan Greene offered the first glimpse of his next game, Prologue: Go Wayback . Unlike PUBG, Prologue isn't a shooter or a battle royale. ...GameSpot - Feb. 21 -
Citibank Joins Private Sector Retreat From Diversity Initiatives
In a politically charged business climate, the global banking giant joins peers in ending many diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, from hiring to corporate governance.Inc. - Feb. 21 -
GM raises quarterly dividend, initiates $6 billion stock buyback
General Motors said Wednesday that it is raising its quarterly dividend and initiating a new $6 billion share repurchase program.CNBC - Feb. 26 -
Despite Initial Friction, Employers and Gen-Zers Are Trying Harder to Work Together
Three new surveys show that despite Gen-Z’s often negative reputation in the workplace, the cohort is making broad efforts to adapt and adjust to the working world.Inc. - Feb. 26 -
Greek PM calls on EU’s biggest party to back defence spending initiatives
Also in this newsletter: can Europe’s steel industry be saved?Financial Times - 2d -
We're initiating a position in a catalyst-rich stock and buying more of a slumping name
We're taking advantage of the market pullback and putting more cash to work.CNBC - 13h -
The Entrepreneur’s Unseen Support Staff
The founder’s spouse may not be visible in the workplace, but their help in the background makes all the difference.Inc. - 9h -
Natural-gas ETFs have quietly outshined the broader market so far in 2025. Is it time to jump in?
Energy ETFs have quietly outperformed the U.S. stock market in 2025, driven by the strength of natural gas.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
Musk’s cost-cutting drive quietly deletes billions in claimed savings from website
‘Wall of receipts’ drops five largest savings claimed by ‘department of government efficiency’ after debunking. US politics live – latest updates When Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting drive, the ...The Guardian - Feb. 26 -
Emery: 'Support' vital for 'fantastic' Rashford
Unai Emery said Marcus Rashford's performance off the bench in Aston Villa's 2-1 win over Chelsea on Saturday was "fantastic."ESPN - Feb. 23 -
The turning tide of U.S. support for Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine approached its third anniversary last month, the tide began to turn — not on the battlefield, but in the White House.CBS News - 3d -
Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party takes initial step toward disbanding
Hong Kong’s largest pro-democracy party took an initial step toward dissolving on ThursdayABC News - Feb. 20 -
Louisiana college student dies in off-campus event, university halts fraternity initiation activities
Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old junior at Southern University and A&M College, died Thursday after attending an off-campus event in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.NBC News - 6d -
UK and France aim for new Ukraine peace deal as Macron pushes for initial 1-month truce
London and Paris pursue European plan after Zelenskyy’s furious encounter with TrumpFinancial Times - 3d -
Judge denies Musk’s initial bid to halt OpenAI’s for-profit shift but sets trial for fall
The judge rejected Musk’s request for a preliminary injunction but fast-tracked the dispute for a trial. A US judge on Tuesday denied Elon Musk ’s request for a preliminary injunction to pause ...The Guardian - 1d -
Jaguars send WR Christian Kirk to Texans after initially planning to cut him
Jacksonville will now pick up a draft pick in exchange for Kirk, who missed most of the 2024 season with a broken collarbone.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Supporters gather to pray for Pope Francis outside hospital
Romans gathered again outside Gemelli Hospital, placing flowers and candles and offering prayers for Pope Francis. The pontiff has been in the hospital nearly a week with pneumonia. Seth Doane ...CBS News - Feb. 20 -
Outcry as Trump withdraws support for research that mentions ‘climate’
US government stripping funds from domestic and overseas research amid warnings for health and public safety. The Trump administration is stripping away support for scientific research in the US ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Lab-Grown Meat Gains Support in Nebraska
Proposal to ban lab-grown meat in Nebraska gets pushback from ranchers and farm groups.Inc. - Feb. 21 -
PM announces £200m support fund for industrial site
Sir Keir Starmer's announcement comes ahead of the refinery's planned closure this summer with the loss of more than 400 jobs.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Tech Leaders Should be First to Support “Day of Unplugging”
Whether you urge your team to reduce tech use for a day, a week, or a season, you’ll be glad you did it.Inc. - Feb. 26 -
Trump support hinges on 'paycheck-to-paycheck' voters: Pollster
Frank Luntz said financially struggling voters generally support the Trump administration.The Hill - Feb. 27 -
Monday Briefing: Europe Pledges to Support Ukraine
Plus, remote taste testing.The New York Times - 4d -
Daryl Hannah voices support for Ukraine on Oscars stage
Daryl Hannah is expressing support for Ukraine at the Academy Awards. "Slava Ukraini!" the "Blade Runner" star said to applause as she stepped onto the Oscars stage on Sunday to introduce the ...The Hill - 4d -
Slim majority of Americans support Ukraine, poll finds
Poll conducted before meeting with Trump and Zelenskyy says 52% of respondents ‘personally support’ Ukraine. A US poll taken before the diplomatic meltdown in the Oval Office on Friday between ...The Guardian - 3d -
US paused Ukraine intelligence support: Trump officials
Trump administration officials confirmed Wednesday that the White House paused intelligence-sharing with Ukraine in its war against Russia as part of a broader review of assistance to Kyiv. CIA ...The Hill - 1d -
Two-thirds of Americans support CFPB: Poll
About two-thirds of surveyed Americans support the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), according to a new poll released Wednesday. Some 67 percent of Americans surveyed by the Center for ...The Hill - 1d
