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Months after Baltimore bridge collapse, Dali leaves port, most sailors head home
Eight crew members that were on the ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore are home after around three months on the Dali. A judge ruled on Thursday, June 21, that the men could return on the condition that they would be available for future depositions as the investigation into the crash… -
Hackers demand millions, halt operations at 15,000 US car dealerships
A cyberattack on Wednesday, June 19, impacted CDK Global, a major software provider for North American car dealerships. The attack caused widespread disruption, halting management tools at thousands of dealerships. The hackers, believed to be based in Eastern Europe, demanded tens of millions of dollars in ransom. The attack affected approximately 15,000 dealerships, disrupting an… -
Hawaii youth-led climate change case reaches historic settlement
The state of Hawaii settled a landmark case with a group of youth alleging the state was violating their rights with pollution-causing infrastructure. The group called on the state to commit to a transportation system with zero emissions by 2045. The case, Navahine v. Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation, is the world’s first youth-led constitutional challenge… -
Disney workers moved from Calif. to Fla. for canceled project. Now they’re suing.
In a recent class-action lawsuit, Disney Vice President of Product Design Maria De La Cruz and Creative Director George Fong allege that Disney relocated California employees to Florida in 2021 under the premise of constructing a new Florida campus called “Lake Nona.” However, the project was later canceled, leaving 2,000 Disney employees impacted. According to… -
Politicians say Americans don’t pay for tariffs. What do economists say?
The closer it gets to November, the more Americans hear about tariffs, which are on the agendas of both presidential candidates vying for their vote. But is tariff just a fancy word for tax? And who ends up paying? The answer may depend on whether you ask an economist or a politician. Tariffs were a… -
YouTube algorithm shows right-wing, Christian recommendations more: Study
YouTube’s algorithm is frequently recommending right-leaning and Christian videos, even to users who don’t have a history of interacting with that kind of content. The findings come from a new study by researchers with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue, a London-based think tank that studies extremism. The study explored video recommendations given to accounts designed… -
Boeing CEO David Calhoun testifies before Congress, apologizes to families
Boeing has faced criticism following reports of planes being unfit for flight and federal investigations into safety practices. On Tuesday, June 18, the company faced another moment of criticism as CEO David Calhoun testified before Congress on his company’s plan to fix the problems that have plagued the aero giant. Before he addressed his critics… -
Trump floats more tariffs and eliminating taxes on tips. Here’s the price tag.
The 2024 presidential campaign is in full swing and former President Donald Trump is making headlines with his economic policy proposals. Eliminating taxes on tips is one he introduced while campaigning in Nevada, aiming to gain support from Americans in the service industry who may directly benefit. Another campaign proposal revolves around expanding tariffs on… -
CNN announces new rules for first 2024 presidential debate
The first presidential debate of 2024 is set for Thursday, June 27 at 9 p.m. and its host, CNN, has announced its rules. The 90-minute debate will have two commercial breaks and campaign staff will not be allowed to interact with their candidates during them. CNN said both President Joe Biden and former President Donald… -
As some companies move away from DEI policies, proponents push for more
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has been around for decades and gained momentum across the country after protests and riots occurred in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death in May 2020. In the workplace, DEI is considered to be any policy or practice that ensures employees receive fair treatment and feel welcome, regardless of their… -
Your boss is watching you: Why more companies are spying on workers
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of employee surveillance technology by companies has surged. Even as many employees have resumed office work, firms continue to monitor them closely. On Friday, June 14, reports emerged that Wells Fargo dismissed over a dozen employees accused of “simulating keyboard activity” rather than working. Wells Fargo… -
Tesla shareholders side with Elon Musk. Here’s why it won’t erase legal woes
Elon Musk lassoed victory in Texas on Thursday, June 13. Tesla shareholders overwhelmingly approved his pay package for the second time and voted to approve the company relocating its incorporation from Delaware to Texas. Tesla officially announced the results at Thursday’s shareholder meeting but Musk jumped the gun nearly a full day early, posting preliminary numbers… -
Supreme Court says abortion pill can stay on the market; IVF debate continues
Reproductive rights are once again center stage in public discourse. While questions persist regarding access to the abortion pill mifepristone and in vitro fertilization (IVF), recent developments indicate that little has changed. Here’s a comprehensive look at the current landscape: Mifepristone access upheld In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that mifepristone —…