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A new start after 60: I got divorced, became a lawyer – and began fighting for other women
After a spell as Isabella Rossellini’s hand model, Elizabeth Barbour went to law school at 54. Now, she is working on 50 domestic violence cases and says her career is a privilege, not a job. ...The Guardian - 1d -
Turkey said it would become a ‘zero waste’ nation. Instead, it became a dumping ground for Europe’s rubbish
When China stopped receiving the world’s waste, Turkey became Europe’s recycling hotspot. The problem is, most plastics can’t be recycled. And what remains are toxic heaps of trash. On a chilly ...The Guardian - 19h -
The World Cup kiss that's gripping Spain
Spain's former football boss accused of sexual assault for kissing player Jenni HermosoBBC News - Feb. 10 -
Britain will not thrive in a might is right world
Attacks on attorney-general Lord Hermer illuminate a wider battle about how to defend UK interestsFinancial Times - 5d -
Experience: I’m the karaoke world champion
I had to sing four songs in front of judges and a live audience, and I was up against people from 42 countries. On stage, I was trembling. The first time I sang karaoke was in a bar in my home town ...The Guardian - 4d -
This HR Company Valued at $12 Billion Just Announced Plans to IPO. Here’s Why Other Companies Are Watching Closely
Human Resources startup Deel recently hit an annual revenue run rate of $800 million.Inc. - Feb. 8 -
French AI startup Mistral launches Le Chat mobile app for iPhone, Android — can it take enterprise eyes off DeepSeek?
With the new Le Chat app, Mistral is still positioning itself as a viable alternative to OpenAI's signature chatbot ChatGPT and to DeepSeek.VentureBeat - Feb. 6 -
This millennial's startup raised $120 million. He reveals what helped him succeed — and says it's 'more crucial' than hard work
Desmond Lim, Workstream's CEO, shares his journey — from his early financial struggles as the child of hourly workers, to knocking on doors in Palo Alto.CNBC - 6d -
These 5 Principles Will Help Preserve Your Company’s DEI Efforts
As anti-DEI efforts by the Trump administration dominate the news, here’s a list of practices that will help make your company’s efforts defensible—and more effective.Inc. - Feb. 6 -
Ransomware Attacks Climbed in 2024—but Some Companies Are Just Refusing to Pay Hackers
Businesses actually paid out less to hackers last year than the year before. Here’s how to protect your company.Inc. - Feb. 9 -
After Trump’s DEI Order, Companies Navigate a Legal Minefield
Companies navigate a legal minefield as President Trump wages war on diversity programs, but they still have to guard against complaints of bias.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
Steph joins elite NBA company with scoring feat in Warriors' win
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry etched his name beside three of the greatest players after posting his fourth 30-point game in a row in Monday's 125-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10 -
Fox Acquires Company Behind Conservative and True Crime Podcasts
Tucker Carlson, Nancy Grace, Megyn Kelly and Piers Morgan are among the clients of Red Seat Ventures, which now joins Rupert Murdoch’s empire.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
Steel stocks cheer Trump’s tariffs as companies combat ‘unfairly priced’ imports
President Trump’s tariff plan is seen as leveling the playing field for domestic producers.MarketWatch - Feb. 11 -
Nintendo Could Have Been Bought By This Unexpected Company, Activision Founder Says
According to Activision founder Bobby Kotick, Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger was at one point in time interested in buying Nintendo, or at least interested in exploring the idea of buying ...GameSpot - Feb. 11 -
Inside self-driving Waymo ride as company looks to expand to highways
The future of driving could mean no one behind the wheel -- at least that's what the autonomous driving tech company Waymo is hoping. To shift that goal into high gear, the company has started ...CBS News - 6d -
Chinese Companies Use Legal Threats to Halt Foreign Research
Think tanks and universities have helped expose problematic Chinese business practices. Now, those businesses are accusing them of defamation.The New York Times - 6d -
This Ad-Tech Company Is Powering Surveillance of US Military Personnel
In a letter to a US senator, a Florida-based data broker says it obtained sensitive data on US military members in Germany from a Lithuanian firm, revealing the global nature of online ad ...Wired - 6d -
Tom Brady buys ownership stake in sports collectibles company
Tom Brady will acquire a 50% stake in CardVault, a sports card and memorabilia retailer, the company announced on Wednesday.CNBC - 6d -
Burger King’s parent company sees growth driven by international markets
Restaurant Brands International also reported a same-restaurant sales beat for Burger King, marking the chain’s first such beat in six quarters.MarketWatch - 6d -
Jim Cramer is a huge fan of this 'dramatically undervalued' chemicals company
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.CNBC - 6d -
3 Secrets to Duolingo’s Success, According to Its Newly Published Company Handbook
The company has grown its following thanks to its “unhinged” marketing gimmicks—but that’s not its only strategy.Inc. - 6d -
OpenAI Questions Rationale of Elon Musk’s Bid to Control the Company
The company answered the billionaire’s offer in a legal filing, accusing him of hypocrisy.The New York Times - 6d -
Man whose wife was killed in hippo attack sues safari tour company
The lawsuit claims that as a horrified Craig Manders watched the hippo attack his wife, the tour guides walked away without helping the couple. The company denies the lawsuit's allegations.CBS News - 5d -
Google joins $350 million funding round for humanoid robotics company Apptronik
Apptronik has partnered with NASA and Nvidia as it works on iterations of robots that rival those of Elon Musk's Tesla Optimus.CNBC - 5d -
The Pokemon Company And Niantic Pledge $1 Million For Los Angeles Fire Relief
Earlier this year, Los Angeles and surrounding areas were ravaged by devastating wildfires. At the time, Pokemon Go developer Niantic assured fans that its Pokemon Go Unova Tour - Los Angeles ...GameSpot - 4d -
Daughters of Target cofounder express alarm at company's DEI rollback
The daughters of one of the cofounders of Target are expressing their alarm and shock at the discounter's recent moves to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion program.CBS News - 4d -
OpenAI rejects $97.4bn Musk bid and says company is not for sale
Maker of ChatGPT rebuffs consortium led by Tesla owner and rejects ‘latest attempt to disrupt his competition’. OpenAI on Friday rejected a $97.4bn bid from a consortium led by billionaire Elon ...The Guardian - 4d -
OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97.4 Billion Bid for Control of the Company
Bret Taylor, the chairman of OpenAI’s board, said the artificial intelligence company was “not for sale.” Mr. Musk is separately raising money for his A.I. start-up, xAI.The New York Times - 3d -
For-Profit Companies Can’t Easily Replace NOAA’s Weather-Forecasting Prowess
Replicating the abilities of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s fleet of weather satellites would take time and a lot of money—and expose private companies to a large amount of ...Wired - 3d -
Elon Musk’s mass government cuts could make private companies millions
Defense and tech firms – including Musk’s own – await potential contracts as Doge decimates US agencies. The world’s richest man, Elon Musk , has vowed to oversee a radical hollowing out of ...The Guardian - 2d -
Germany dodges train strikes as DB rail company agrees to pay deal
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US companies falling behind on loans at fastest pace in almost a decade
Experts warn tariffs and stubbornly high interest rates could worsen debt distress in 2025Financial Times - 1d -
Abu Dhabi energy company ADNOC inks $7B+ gas deal with India
Yahoo News - 1d -
NAACP spending guide urges Black Americans to avoid companies that dumped DEI
The NAACP is urging Black Americans to refrain from shopping at retailers that have stepped back from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The nation’s oldest civil rights organization ...The Hill - 1d -
From tariffs to DOGE, what companies are saying about the impact of MAGA policies
See how companies are responding to the major themes of Trump's campaign and early days in office.CNBC - 1d -
From tariffs to DOGE, what companies are saying about the impact of MAGA policies
A CNBC analysis shows multiple core themes tied to Trump’s policies are popping up on the earnings calls of S&P 500-listed companies.NBC News - 1d -
Florida company uses new technology to help housing crisis
A Florida company says its new technology is helping to build homes faster and at a lower cost amid the impacts of climate change.CBS News - 6h -
BlackRock halts meetings with companies after SEC cracks down on ESG
Regulator’s rules are part of a broader effort to rein in the power of largest fund managersFinancial Times - 51m -
Argentina says it will withdraw from the World Health Organization
A spokesman for President Javier Milei says he has ordered Argentina’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization due to profound differences with the U.N. agencyABC News - Feb. 5
