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The woman who turned the Met Gala into the biggest party of the year
The woman who turned the Met Gala into the biggest party of the year Diana Vreeland transformed the Met Gala into a global media spectacle during her tenure from the 1960s to the 1980s, generating buzz and charm through her editorial style and charisma. Vreeland pioneered the use of corporate sponsorships to finance exhibitions and […]
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Terrorists weigh risks to their reputation when deciding which crises to exploit − new research
Terrorists weigh risks to their reputation when deciding which crises to exploit − new research Terrorist groups tend to exploit security and economic crises more frequently than humanitarian disasters, as these situations present opportunities for attack when a state’s attention and resources are diverted. The decision to exploit a crisis also depends on the reputational […]
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Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court
Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court The Supreme Court is set to decide whether Oklahoma can operate its first faith-based charter school, St. Isidore, which would be funded by taxpayer dollars and offer a virtual K-12 education […]
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Deporting international students risks making the US a less attractive destination, putting its economic engine at risk
Deporting international students risks making the US a less attractive destination, putting its economic engine at risk Deporting international students could harm the US economy by making it less attractive to top global talent, which is crucial for STEM fields and entrepreneurship. The Trump administration’s plan to enhance vetting and screening of foreign nationals may […]
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Apple sure has had a rough 2025
Apple sure has had a rough 2025 Apple faces three major headwinds in 2025: President Trump’s tariffs on Asian shipments, a potential loss of its Google search engine deal, and a court ruling that limits its control over the App Store. The tariff problem could impact Apple’s product sales and profit margins, with shares already […]
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‘Cook chose poorly’: how Apple blew up its control over the App Store
‘Cook chose poorly’: how Apple blew up its control over the App Store A federal judge has ruled that Apple deliberately failed to comply with a court order to loosen its grip on the App Store, which was established in 2021. The ruling states that Apple chose an anticompetitive option at every step of complying […]
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Tesla board denies report it wanted to replace Elon Musk
Tesla board denies report it wanted to replace Elon Musk Tesla’s board has denied a report that they initiated a search for a new CEO to replace Elon Musk, calling it “absolutely false”. The Wall Street Journal reported that Tesla’s board began searching for a successor about a month ago, but the company has since […]
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Apple exec ‘outright lied’ during Epic trial
Apple exec ‘outright lied’ during Epic trial Apple executive Alex Roman was found to have “outright lied” under oath during the Epic trial, according to Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers. Roman testified that Apple hadn’t decided on its 27% commission fee for purchases outside the App Store until January 16th, 2024, but contemporaneous business documents reveal […]
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The TikTok ban is back in court — in Meta’s antitrust trial
The TikTok ban is back in court — in Meta’s antitrust trial TikTok has testified as a witness in Meta’s antitrust trial against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), reversing its previous role as defendant. The FTC is suing Meta over allegations of anti-competitive practices, and TikTok’s testimony provides insight into its own business practices and […]
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NASA, International Astronauts to Connect with Students in Texas
NASA, International Astronauts to Connect with Students in Texas NASA astronauts will connect with students from Texas via a space-to-Earth call on May 5, answering questions about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The 20-minute call, hosted by Mansfield Independent School District, will be broadcast live on the NASA STEM YouTube Channel and can be watched […]
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Automakers can’t figure out what the hell is going on with Trump’s tariffs
Automakers can’t figure out what the hell is going on with Trump’s tariffs Automakers across the globe are struggling to navigate the ever-changing tariffs imposed by President Trump, leading to a lack of market certainty and forcing companies to pull their guidance for the year. The recent changes to the tariffs have created a complex […]
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Sundar Pichai says the DOJ’s antitrust plan could kill Google Search
Sundar Pichai says the DOJ’s antitrust plan could kill Google Search Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, testified during the remedies phase of the company’s search antitrust trial, expressing concerns that the DOJ’s plan could harm Google Search. Pichai stated that the proposed data-sharing requirement would be “far-reaching” and “extraordinary,” and would likely render it difficult for […]
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Warning systems for floods, hurricanes, and famine are suffering from Donald Trump’s data purge
Warning systems for floods, hurricanes, and famine are suffering from Donald Trump’s data purge Key health and environmental resources, including flood and famine warning systems, began disappearing from federal websites shortly after President Trump took office. The US Agency for International Development (USAID) was also dismantled by Trump, cutting off funding and data flow that […]
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The DOGE days have just begun
The DOGE days have just begun The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, broke into the US Institute for Peace on March 17th, according to court documents. The break-in was allegedly orchestrated by a fired security firm that was threatened with contract cancellation unless they let DOGE into the building. USIP staff […]
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In the $250B influencer industry, being a hater can be the only way to rein in bad behavior
In the $250B influencer industry, being a hater can be the only way to rein in bad behavior In the $250B influencer industry, snark subreddits have emerged as a way to call out bad behavior and hold influencers accountable for their actions. Snarkers are anti-fans who use online forums to critique influencers for misleading or […]
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How rising wages for construction workers are shifting the foundations of the housing market
How rising wages for construction workers are shifting the foundations of the housing market Rising wages for construction workers are significantly impacting the housing market, with median home prices now over five times the median American’s income. The largest wage gains have been seen in unskilled roles, such as laborers and site preparation workers, which […]
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Content moderators are organizing against Big Tech
Content moderators are organizing against Big Tech Content moderators from around the world have formed a global trade union alliance, the Global Trade Union Alliance of Content Moderators (GTUACM), to improve working conditions and hold Big Tech companies accountable for failing to address workers’ issues. The GTUACM aims to provide a platform for content moderators […]
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A Canadian mining company wants Trump’s permission to mine the deep sea
A Canadian mining company wants Trump’s permission to mine the deep sea A Canadian mining company, The Metals Company, has applied for a permit from the Trump administration to mine the deep sea without following international regulations. The move is seen as an “act of total disregard for international law” by Greenpeace International and other […]
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France accuses Russia of a decade’s worth of high-profile cyberattacks
France accuses Russia of a decade’s worth of high-profile cyberattacks France has publicly accused Russia of sponsoring high-profile cyberattacks on French entities for over a decade, including a faked Islamic State takeover and the leak of President Emmanuel Macron’s emails in 2017. The attacks are attributed to APT28, a Russian military intelligence hacking unit also […]
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The EPA says it still cares about forever chemicals, but health advocates are wary
The EPA says it still cares about forever chemicals, but health advocates are wary The EPA has announced a new plan to address “forever chemicals” (PFAS), but health advocates are skeptical due to vague details and potential delays. The agency plans to study PFAS, develop new guidelines for manufacturers, and launch efforts to detect and […]
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Trump reportedly complained to Bezos about Amazon’s tariff plan
Trump reportedly complained to Bezos about Amazon’s tariff plan President Donald Trump reportedly called Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to complain about Amazon’s plan to display tariff costs next to product prices. White House officials described Trump’s call as a response to a Punchbowl News report suggesting Amazon would add tariff breakdowns to product prices. Amazon […]
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Reddit bans researchers who used AI bots to manipulate commenters
Reddit bans researchers who used AI bots to manipulate commenters Researchers from the University of Zurich conducted an experiment on Reddit’s r/changemymind community using AI bots to manipulate commenters, leaving 1,783 comments and over 10,000 karma. The researchers used bots pretending to be a trauma counselor, a “Black man opposed to Black Lives Matter,” and […]
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Amazon has no choice but to display tariffs on prices now
Amazon has no choice but to display tariffs on prices now Amazon was allegedly set to display tariffs on prices next to product listings, according to a rumor from Punchbowl News. The White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt, claimed that this move would be a “hostile and political act” by Amazon, sparking a reaction from […]
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NASA Soars to New Heights in First 100 Days of Trump Administration
NASA Soars to New Heights in First 100 Days of Trump Administration NASA’s Parker Solar Probe completed its 23rd close approach to the Sun, coming within 3.8 million miles of the solar surface while traveling at 430,000 miles per hour. Finnland became the 53rd nation to sign the Artemis Accords, reaffirming its commitment to the […]
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NASA Invites Media to Agency’s 25th Annual Student Launch Challenge
NASA Invites Media to Agency’s 25th Annual Student Launch Challenge NASA’s 25th Annual Student Launch Challenge will be held on May 3, 2025, at Bragg Farms in Toney, Alabama, where middle school, high school, and college students from across the US and Puerto Rico will launch high-powered rockets and payloads. The event is part of NASA’s […]
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Former Disney employee sentenced to three years for menu hacking
Former Disney employee sentenced to three years for menu hacking A former Disney employee, Michael Scheuer, has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for menu hacking and other cybercrimes. Scheuer altered Disney’s restaurant menus by adding or replacing allergen information, swapping fonts, and renaming dishes, which could have misled customers about food safety. […]
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White House calls Amazon ‘hostile’ after report says it will label tariff price hikes
White House calls Amazon ‘hostile’ after report says it will label tariff price hikes White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has called Amazon “hostile” after reports suggest the company will display tariff price hikes next to product prices. The move comes as Trump’s tariffs are affecting retailers globally, with many Amazon sellers raising their prices […]
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The Slate Truck is a whole new kind of car
The Slate Truck is a whole new kind of car The Slate Truck is a revolutionary new car that defies traditional luxury car norms by offering a sub-$20,000 pickup truck with minimal features. The company, Slate Auto, is taking an unconventional approach to launching its brand by focusing on customizability and affordability, rather than exclusivity […]
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RFK Jr. said many autistic people will never write a poem − even though there’s a rich history of neurodivergent poets and writers
RFK Jr. said many autistic people will never write a poem − even though there’s a rich history of neurodivergent poets and writers Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s comments on autism as an “epidemic” and his characterization of autistic people are widely criticized by researchers, advocacy groups, and autistic individuals. The idea that many autistic people […]
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No whistleblower is an island – why networks of allies are key to exposing corruption
No whistleblower is an island – why networks of allies are key to exposing corruption Whistleblowers face significant risks when exposing corruption, including retaliation, job loss, and legal threats, making it crucial to have a network of allies who can amplify their message and provide support. The “regulators of last resort” – whistleblowers’ allies – […]
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