The Tell-All Book That Facebook Doesn’t Want You to Read

Publisher stands behind ex-Facebook employee's book, rebuffing Meta

Book publisher Macmillan said on Thursday it would continue promoting a book written by a former Facebook employee who is now critical of the tech company.

NBC News - 4d

Facebook whistleblower alleges ‘lethal carelessness’ in new book

Sarah Wynn-Williams, who worked at Facebook for six years, opens up about her experience at the tech giant, what she calls the company’s “lethal carelessness” and her views on Mark Zuckerberg in a ...

NBC News - Mar. 10

4 best mystery books to read right now

Books from Ron Currie and Travis Mulhauser are among the must-read mysteries for spring.

Los Angeles Times - 18h

"CBS Mornings" reading group discussion guide for "The Tell"

Dive deeper into "The Tell," Oprah's latest book club selection, with the "CBS Mornings" reading group discussion guide.

CBS News - 6d

Ex-Facebook employee alleges sexual harassment and human rights failures in new memoir

The book by Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former New Zealand diplomat, addresses Facebook’s impact on democracy during a crucial period in its history.

NBC News - Mar. 10

Bill Gates: My 'favorite' author's newest book is a must-read—it shows how food can become more affordable

"How to Feed the World," a book about global food supply, is the latest book from Vaclav Smil — who can count Bill Gates as one of his biggest fans.

CNBC - Mar. 8

Book Review: ‘Careless People,’ by Sarah Wynn-Williams

“Careless People,” a memoir by a former Facebook executive, portrays feckless company leaders cozying up to authoritarian regimes.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Meta’s Efforts to Block a Muckraking Exposé Make ‘Careless People’ a Must-Read Book

A new book by a former Meta executive blows the lid off an allegedly toxic workplace. The company’s efforts to squelch its promotion has increased sales and offered plenty of free publicity.

Inc. - 13h

5 Books CEOs and Founders Want to Give to Every Woman in Their Network

A CEO asked her network what book they would like to give to every ambitious woman they know and received a list of incredible titles.

Inc. - 20h

Nebraska lawmakers advance bill allowing parental notification for school library checkouts

Nebraska may soon require public schools to inform parents about the books their children check out from libraries if they want to monitor their reading materials, with a vote expected soon.

The Hill - 5d

Infinite Realms turns fantasy books into living, breathing game worlds with help of AI

Infinite Realms wants to turn beloved fantasy books with big followings into living, breathing game worlds.

VentureBeat - Mar. 7

Chuck E. Cheese wants to be the Costco of family fun

Chuck E. Cheese wants you to stop by as frequently as you pick up groceries, and it’s selling subscription plans to sweeten the pitch.

NBC News - 2d

The Hot Place to Be Seen for Young Indians: Book Festivals

From beaches to hilltops, young people are driving a boom in literary events as they read more in India’s dozens of native languages.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

Bringing Diverse Voices to Book Publishing

Sally Kim, president and publisher at Little, Brown and Company, wants to give everyone a seat at the table.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

7 Meeting Behaviors That Make You Look Really Unprofessional

Avoid these behaviors in meetings if you want to build a professional persona in the workplace.

Inc. - 6h

If you’re reading this column, Elon Musk has messed up | Stewart Lee

Social media is lurching to the right like a tapeworm scenting offal – and X’s algorithms make it hard to find opposing opinion. Wake up grandad and put your opinions in the pedal bin! If you even ...

The Guardian - 1d

Book excerpt: "The Antidote" by Karen Russell

The bestselling author of "Swamplandia!" and "Vampires in the Lemon Grove" returns with a Nebraska Dust Bowl-era tale of a prairie witch, who stores the memories that townsfolk don't want to carry.

CBS News - Mar. 9

Two Michigan sisters publish book teaching religion, culture

Two sisters from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, are on a mission to teach other kids about Ramadan through reading.

CBS News - 5h

Why Can’t I Just Burn My Diaries If I Don’t Want Anyone to Read Them?

It could be that keeping a diary — “keep” being the operative word — is how we stay true to ourselves, even the embarrassing bits.

The New York Times - 1d

With 'Adolescence,' Stephen Graham wants you to consider the unthinkable

The British actor wrote and stars in Netflix's new limited series, shot as a series of oners, that captures the aftermath of a child's violent crime.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

GAO wants you to know: This watchdog stands guard

We are actively engaged on all fronts and watching out for Congress and the American people.

The Hill - 11h

How Facebook Marketplace is keeping young people on the platform

Facebook Marketplace keeps users engaged with free listings, local pickups, and resale growth, helping Meta stay relevant despite declining teen activity.

CNBC - Mar. 8

Facebook Just Made a Disastrous Mistake. It’s a Lesson in How Not to Lead

Facebook and Meta are replacing fact-checking with Community Notes. Don’t make the same mistake at your company.

Inc. - 2d

Bears OL Joe Thuney explains why he wanted to play for Ben Johnson

New Bears guard Joe Thuney said Ben Johnson's offense is what you want to be a part of.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

How a New Zealander working from her mum’s kitchen started a news service read by Madonna

The success of Shit You Should Care About has been down to Lucy Blakiston’s focus on social media at a time where news avoidance is growing . Lucy Blakiston, the 27-year-old founder of a thriving ...

The Guardian - 3d

I’m a sex educator. Here’s what you should know about sexual incompatibility

There is no ‘ideal’ aim for sexual compatibility. If you feel there is something amiss, talk about it. As a sex educator and author, my job – my purpose in life – is teaching women to live with ...

The Guardian - 5d

If You Want to Ski Cheaply Next Season, Buy Now

Here’s how to get the best deals offered by Epic, Ikon and others.

The New York Times - 6d

Amazing: of all the books in all the world Mr Free Speech Zuckerberg wants to ban, it’s the one about him | Marina Hyde

Whether the Meta boss and his ex-lieutenant Sheryl Sandberg are truly beyond awful is neither here nor there. I thought he was done with factchecking. I am as shocked as I am confused that Mark ...

The Guardian - 3d

3 smart CD account moves to make this week

If you want to maximize the returns on your money, you may want to make these simple but effective CD moves now.

CBS News - 6d

Want your kids to be caring and sharing? Feed them fish

A new study shows that children who eat seafood are more likely to share their toys and help their friends. But why?. Name: Fish.. Age: 530m years. Continue reading...

The Guardian - 6d

NCAA Tournament: Everything you need to know about Maryland men’s basketball

The Maryland men’s basketball team sat shoulder-to-shoulder in front of a TV on Sunday night to watch the NCAA’s selection show announce their postseason fate. Donning red long-sleeve shirts that ...

Yahoo Sports - 17h

One of Death Stranding 2's Fanciest In-Game Timepiece Is Real, But It'll Cost You $1,600

It's going to be a few months before Death Stranding 2: On the Beach arrives, and if you really want to feel like you're part of that game world, then you can start saving up some cash for a ...

GameSpot - Mar. 10

'Eddie, will you hurry up and win a trophy!'

The last captain to win a cup for Newcastle, Bobby Moncur, says it has been "far too long" since the Magpies claimed silverware and wants someone to "take this role over". Bruno Guimaraes has the ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d