Trust
Bureau of Labor Statistics tells the US what’s up with the economy – Trump firing its top official may undercut trust in its data
Bureau of Labor Statistics tells the US what’s up with the economy – Trump firing its top official may undercut trust in its data The firing of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer by President Donald Trump may undermine trust in the agency’s data, which could have significant consequences for the economy. The […]
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Philadelphia is using AI-driven cameras to keep bus lanes clear – transparency can help build trust in the system
Philadelphia is using AI-driven cameras to keep bus lanes clear – transparency can help build trust in the system Philadelphia’s AI-driven bus lane camera system has flagged over 36,000 cars blocking bus lanes in just 70 days, helping to keep traffic flowing and reducing congestion. The system uses AI-powered cameras that scan license plates for […]
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Capitalism and democracy are weakening – reviving the idea of ‘calling’ can help to repair them
Capitalism and democracy are weakening – reviving the idea of ‘calling’ can help to repair them Capitalism and democracy are weakening due to declining social trust, corruption, and inequality, but reviving the concept of “calling” can help repair them. The idea of calling has deep roots in history, dating back to theologian Martin Luther’s assertion […]
🏛️ Politics
Cyberattacks shake voters’ trust in elections, regardless of party
Cyberattacks shake voters’ trust in elections, regardless of party Cyberattacks are eroding trust in American elections, affecting both Democrats and Republicans, regardless of party affiliation. The digital transformation of voting systems has made them more accessible and efficient, but also more complex and vulnerable to cyber threats. A recent study found that even exposure to […]
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RFK Jr’s shakeup of vaccine advisory committee raises worries about scientific integrity of health recommendations
RFK Jr’s shakeup of vaccine advisory committee raises worries about scientific integrity of health recommendations Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has removed all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and replaced them with new members, sparking concerns about scientific integrity and vaccine recommendations. The ACIP plays a crucial role in […]
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Americans still have faith in local news − but few are willing to pay for it
Americans still have faith in local news − but few are willing to pay for it Despite declining trust in national news outlets, Americans still have faith in local news, with 74% saying they have “a lot of” or “some” trust in their local news organizations. The decline of local news has led to a […]
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LinkedIn will let your verified identity show up on other platforms
LinkedIn will let your verified identity show up on other platforms LinkedIn is expanding its free verification system to allow external platforms to integrate LinkedIn verification, starting with Adobe. Adobe will display a “Verified on LinkedIn” badge on creators’ profiles who have gone through LinkedIn’s verification process, and their identity will also appear alongside their […]
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