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College is still an investment that pays off
College is still an investment that pays off College graduates earn an average of $8,000 more per year than similar individuals who attended college but did not complete a degree, even after accounting for student loan payments. The earnings premium rises to $10,400 per year when debt is not factored in, highlighting the continued value […]
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Campbell’s fired the VP recorded saying its meat ‘came from a 3D printer’
Campbell’s fired the VP recorded saying its meat ‘came from a 3D printer’ Campbell’s has fired its Vice President of Information Technology, Martin Bally, after leaked audio captured him saying the company uses meat from a 3D printer. The comments were made in a conversation that was allegedly recorded by a former employee and are […]
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Automated systems decide which homeless Philadelphians get housing and who stays on the street – often in ways that feel arbitrary to those waiting
Automated systems decide which homeless Philadelphians get housing and who stays on the street – often in ways that feel arbitrary to those waiting Philadelphia’s automated system for allocating housing to homeless individuals, known as Coordinated Entry System (CES), has both benefits and drawbacks. While it centralizes resources and makes it easier for workers to […]
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As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste
As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste Under President Trump’s second term, the US government has caused massive food waste due to policies such as immigration raids, tariff changes, and cuts to food assistance programs. The US government estimates that over 47 million people in America don’t have enough food […]
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Apple TV pulls The Hunt over plagiarism accusation
Apple TV pulls The Hunt over plagiarism accusation Apple TV has removed The Hunt from its streaming schedule due to concerns over plagiarism, following a French media journalist’s claim that the story closely follows a 1974 novel written by Douglas Fairbairn. The Hunt was originally set to premiere on Apple TV on December 3rd, but […]
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AI models judge texts differently when they know the author
AI models judge texts differently when they know the author Large Language Models (LLMs) exhibit biased judgments when evaluating texts, particularly when they know the author’s nationality or source. The bias is strongest against Chinese authors, with some models reducing agreement by up to 75% when expecting a Chinese person to hold a different view […]
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Meta had a 17-strike policy for sex trafficking, former safety leader claims
Meta had a 17-strike policy for sex trafficking, former safety leader claims Meta allegedly has a 17-strike policy for sex trafficking on its platform, giving accounts 16 chances to engage in human trafficking before suspension. The company’s former head of safety and wellbeing, Vaishnavi Jayakumar, claims that this policy is unusually high compared to the […]
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Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare
Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare Nonprofit news outlets are often hesitant to sell ads due to concerns that it could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show this has been rare. The IRS requires nonprofits to pay taxes […]
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From invasive species tracking to water security – what’s lost with federal funding cuts at US Climate Adaptation Science Centers
From invasive species tracking to water security – what’s lost with federal funding cuts at US Climate Adaptation Science Centers Federal funding cuts for US Climate Adaptation Science Centers have left nine regional centers without funding, threatening to halt critical research and projects that help fish, wildlife, water, land, and people adapt to climate change. […]
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Why college students prefer News Daddy over The New York Times
Why college students prefer News Daddy over The New York Times College students are increasingly relying on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram for news, with over 72% of students getting their news from these sources. The majority of college students (half or more) trust platforms like Instagram and TikTok to deliver accurate news […]
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‘Crowdchecking’ may be an antidote to online misinformation
‘Crowdchecking’ may be an antidote to online misinformation New research shows that crowdchecking, a collaborative fact-checking experiment on social media platform X, can be an effective antidote to online misinformation. The study found that when community notes about potential inaccuracies appear beneath tweets, authors are more likely to retract those tweets, with public notes increasing […]
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X’s messy About This Account rollout has caused utter chaos
X’s messy About This Account rollout has caused utter chaos X’s new “About This Account” feature has been rolled out with inaccuracies, causing chaos among users. The feature, which includes country of origin and “based in,” has been criticized for its lack of accuracy, particularly for older accounts. Users have taken to X to accuse […]
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Why people trust influencers more than brands – and what that means for the future of marketing
Why people trust influencers more than brands – and what that means for the future of marketing Influencer marketing has become a powerful force in both commerce and culture, with the global market expected to surpass $32 billion by the end of 2025. People trust influencers more than brands due to the “parasocial relationship” they […]
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Who wins and who loses as the US retires the penny
Who wins and who loses as the US retires the penny The US government will save tens of millions of dollars each year by retiring the penny, which costs around 4 cents to make. Large retailers and banks are likely to benefit from the change, as they can reduce labor and equipment costs associated with […]
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Shocker: Elon Musk spends a lot of time on X posting bad political takes
Shocker: Elon Musk spends a lot of time on X posting bad political takes Elon Musk spent an average of over 55 posts per day on X from September 17th to October 17th, totaling 1,716 posts. 49% of his posts were about politics, often focusing on fringe topics and making comments about the race of […]
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Retailers are quietly changing their return policies – here’s why you should be on the lookout this Black Friday
Retailers are quietly changing their return policies – here’s why you should be on the lookout this Black Friday Many retailers have quietly tightened their return policies in recent years, reflecting the growing trend of online shopping and the resulting increase in returns. The National Retail Federation estimates that returns cost US$890 billion each year, […]
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Renewable energy is cheaper and healthier – so why isn’t it replacing fossil fuels faster?
Renewable energy is cheaper and healthier – so why isn’t it replacing fossil fuels faster? Renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels for utility-scale electricity generation in most areas, with solar and wind power saving US$467 billion in avoided fuel costs in 2024 alone. The health benefits of transitioning to renewable energy are significant, […]
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Orthodox Judaism is making space for women’s religious leadership – even without traditional ordination
Orthodox Judaism is making space for women’s religious leadership – even without traditional ordination Orthodox Judaism is slowly making space for women’s religious leadership, even without traditional ordination. Women are increasingly being recognized as qualified for rabbinic jobs and are taking on roles such as Jewish education and halakha guides. In July 2025, Israel’s High […]
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NASA’s Scott Tingle to Serve as Agency’s Chief Astronaut
NASA’s Scott Tingle to Serve as Agency’s Chief Astronaut NASA has named astronaut Scott Tingle as the new Chief Astronaut, effective November 10. Tingle will be responsible for managing astronaut resources and operations, developing flight crew operations, and making crew assignments for future human spaceflight missions, including Artemis missions to the Moon. As a decorated […]
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NASA’s Quesst Mission Marks X-59’s Historic First Flight
NASA’s Quesst Mission Marks X-59’s Historic First Flight NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft successfully completed its historic first flight on October 28, 2025, from Lockheed Martin Skunk Works in Palmdale, California. The one-of-a-kind aircraft flew for 67 minutes at an altitude of about 12,000 feet and a top speed of approximately 230 mph, as […]
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NASA Awards Liquid Hydrogen Supply Contracts
NASA Awards Liquid Hydrogen Supply Contracts NASA has awarded contracts to two companies, Plug Power, Inc. and Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., to supply liquid hydrogen for use at various agency facilities. The total value of the combined awards is approximately $147.2 million, with the contracts set to begin on December 1, 2025, and extend […]
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How pecans went from ignored trees to a holiday staple – the 8,000-year history of America’s only native major nut crop
How pecans went from ignored trees to a holiday staple – the 8,000-year history of America’s only native major nut crop Pecans have a rich history in the United States, dating back to around 8,000 years ago when Native Americans used them for food, medicine, and trade. The pecan tree was first intentionally planted in […]
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How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops
How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops Climate finance, intended to help poor countries adapt to climate change and recover from disasters like Hurricane Melissa, has become a global shell game where donors count fossil fuel projects, […]
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From ‘mail-order brides’ to ‘passport bros,’ the international dating industry often sells traditional gender roles
From ‘mail-order brides’ to ‘passport bros,’ the international dating industry often sells traditional gender roles The international dating industry has evolved from selling traditional gender roles, with “mail-order brides” to “passport bros,” reflecting changing attitudes towards love, intimacy, and global mobility. The modern international matchmaking industry emerged in the 1970s, catering to American men seeking […]
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Florida’s new open carry ruling combines with ‘stand your ground’ to create new freedoms – and new dangers
Florida’s new open carry ruling combines with ‘stand your ground’ to create new freedoms – and new dangers Florida’s new open carry ruling, combined with its “stand your ground” law, has created a permissive environment for gun ownership and use, leading to concerns about increased violence and deaths. The expansion of stand your ground laws, […]
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Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward
Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward Colorado has delayed the enactment of its comprehensive AI legislation to June 2026, citing pressure from the tech industry and concerns over implementation costs. The state’s AI Act was the first of its kind in the US, aiming to govern […]
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Black student unions are under pressure – here’s what they do and how they help Black students find community
Black student unions are under pressure – here’s what they do and how they help Black students find community Black student unions are under pressure due to anti-diversity laws and funding cuts from universities, which have led to their loss of institutional support, campus space, and funding. These unions were established over 60 years ago […]
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Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families
Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families Black families in the US pay significantly more to keep their homes warm than average American families, with a household energy burden of 5.1% compared to 3.2% for all households. The high energy burden on Black families is not just due to […]
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American employee well-being hit a new low in 2024
American employee well-being hit a new low in 2024 American employee well-being has hit a new low in 2024, with employees reporting the lowest well-being scores on record since 2020. The decline in employee well-being is attributed to factors such as reduced flexibility for flexible hours or remote work, and challenges related to economic shifts […]
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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over
YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over Disney and YouTube have reached an agreement to bring back ESPN and over 20 other Disney-owned channels on YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout. Google had accused Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + […]
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