Points Blame Diversity

Why diversity and success are inextricably linked

Diversity is proven to improve decision-making, innovation, and profitability, making it a key factor for success in business and government, according to studies and research.

The Hill - Feb. 26

Apple’s diversity policies and OpenAI deal targeted by shareholders

iPhone-maker is rare holdout in Silicon Valley against conservative efforts to force rollback on DEI issues

Financial Times - Feb. 24

Apple shareholders reject ban on diversity programs

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to eliminate internal programs intended to boost the diversity of the company's workforce on Tuesday before its public shareholder meeting.

NBC News - Feb. 25

Apple Shareholders Reject Proposal to Scrap Diversity Programs

Unlike other tech firms, the iPhone maker isn’t walking back its DEI initiatives. And shareholders have now backed that decision.

Inc. - Feb. 25

Diversity backlash: Is 'masculine energy' coming to the UK?

Donald Trump has scrapped federal diversity initiatives and many US firms have too - will UK companies follow suit?

BBC News - 3d

Davis blames hair product in controversial Roach draw

WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis says grease from his hair got into his eyes and made him take a knee during a controversial draw against Lamont Roach Jr.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Trump blames town hall drama on paid 'troublemakers'

Politico - 3d

The Constitution has already collapsed, and we are to blame

When citizens are poorly informed, they can be easily manipulated by those seeking to undo our founding principles.

The Hill - 2d

Trump Marks Black History Month, Even as He Disparages Value of Diversity

President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.

The New York Times - 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

Trump fires Black joint chiefs chair Hegseth accused of promoting diversity

US secretary of defense had questioned whether history-making air force general CQ Brown Jr got job because of race. Donald Trump abruptly fired the air force general CQ Brown Jr as chair of the ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

Diversity Program Differences Pop Up Between PepsiCo and Coca-Cola

The two companies have diverging diversity approaches.

Inc. - Feb. 22

Carlos Diegues, Filmmaker Who Celebrated Brazil’s Diversity, Dies at 84

Seeking to shed the gauzy influence of Hollywood and focus on Brazil’s ethnic richness and troubled history, he helped forge a new path for his country’s cinema.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

Apple boss says its diversity programmes may change

His comments came as shareholders rejected a call for the firm to consider ending its diversity practices.

BBC News - Feb. 25

After Shareholders Affirm Apple’s Diversity Policies, Trump Steps In

Presidential pressure targets the tech giant’s rejection of a plan to roll back DEI measure, including a threat of possible Justice Department investigations.

Inc. - Feb. 26

Hollywood diversity in decline despite audience demand, study finds: 'The writing was on the wall'

Despite the popularity of films like 'Wicked,' opportunities for people of color in Hollywood declined in 2024, according to the latest UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

Business owners in Altadena hope to see the diverse community that their organizations thrived in rise from the ashes.

CNBC - 5d

In wake of L.A. wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

When the Los Angeles wildfires swept through Southern California in January, Barbara Shay lost much more than the building housing the cafe she owned.

NBC News - 5d

‘Fearless Girl’ Statue Sponsor Shifts Boardroom Diversity Targets

State Street installed the famous “Fearless Girl” statue as part of a campaign to increase gender diversity in business.

Inc. - 3d

Plant diverse tree species to spread risk in climate crisis, study says

Uncertainty over climate and economy means ‘investment portfolio’ approach needed, researchers say. An “investment portfolio approach” needs to be applied to large-scale tree planting across the ...

The Guardian - 2d

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 - 1d

40-day Target boycott begins following company's DEI diversion

(NewsNation) — Target, a private company not required to follow President Trump's orders to dismiss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, did just that in January. The Minnesota-based ...

The Hill - 22h

Trump Falsely Suggests Ukraine Is to Blame for the War: What to Know

A look at how the war in Ukraine began, the state of the peace talks and why the country isn’t holding elections.

The New York Times - Feb. 19

Trump calls Zelenskyy a "dictator" after blaming Ukraine for Russia's invasion

"A Dictator without Elections, Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left," President Trump wrote.

CBS News - Feb. 19

William R. Lucas, Official Blamed in Challenger Tragedy, Dies at 102

The strong-willed director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, he failed to pass on warnings from engineers that the space shuttle launch was at risk.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Mali army opens an investigation into deaths of civilians blamed on soldiers

Mali’s army says it’s investigating soldiers who were accused by separatist Tuareg rebels of killing at least 24 civilians earlier this week

ABC News - Feb. 22

Decaffeinated Brazilians blame Lula for surging cost of morning brew

Food inflation weighs on the ratings of leftwing leader of Latin America’s largest nation

Financial Times - Feb. 23

Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths

Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.

CBS News - Feb. 24

Anti-vaccine movement falsely blames measles shots for Texas outbreak

As a measles outbreak sweeps through Texas, anti-vaccine groups are pushing a familiar and false theory: The virus is being caused by the vaccine itself.

NBC News - Feb. 26

Tesla shares falling as European sales drop. Is Musk to blame?

Tesla's shares dropped by more than 9% as sales in at least five European countries disappoint. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on the potential correlation to Elon Musk.

CBS News - Feb. 26

NTSB blames private jet's crew for near-miss at Chicago airport

The head of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has pinned blame on the near-collision at a Chicago airport earlier this week on the crew of the private jet that passed in front of a ...

The Hill - Feb. 27

Gervonta Davis blames shock draw on hair product and missing ring girls

Davis blinded by hair product and lost track of rounds Fight report: Davis keeps title after controversial draw Gervonta Davis v Lamont Roach Jr – as it happened There was plenty of blame ...

The Guardian - 4d

Slot said ref Oliver to blame if Liverpool fail to win title

Arne Slot told referee Michael Oliver he would blame him if Liverpool fail to win the Premier League.

BBC News - 1d

These Books Are Absolutely Unreadable. That’s the Point.

A new exhibition at the Center for Book Arts in New York features a range of items — transistor radios, lanterns, cigarette lighters and more — designed to look like books.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

LGBTQ health groups sue Trump over orders targeting diversity, transgender rights

Nine LGBTQ, health and HIV organizations sued the Trump administration Thursday over three executive orders targeting transgender people and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

As banks retreat from DEI, Citi is making these changes to its diversity and hiring practices

Citigroup says it will no longer require “diverse slates of candidates and diverse panels of interviewers.”

MarketWatch - Feb. 22

Deere shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal, as Trump pressures Apple to abandon diversity plans

Shareholders of Deere & Co. voted overwhelmingly to reject a proposal seeking to curb the farming-machinery maker’s diversity, equity and inclusion plans — the latest sign of investor resistance to ...

MarketWatch - Feb. 26

Nicolas Cage's ex is suing him and their son. She says Weston Cage beat her and dad shares blame

Nicolas Cage's attorney dismisses the allegations made by Christina Fulton, who's suing Weston Cage for assault and Nicolas for failing to prevent their son from committing acts of violence.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 20

Steve Martin blames 'SNL 50th COVID curse' after Martin Short and Maya Rudolph test positive

Steve Martin says that Martin Short and Maya Rudolph have tested positive for Covid after attending the "Saturday Night Live" 50th anniversary special on Sunday.

NBC News - Feb. 21

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