Mention the name George Washington and a stark, consistent image comes to mind. Old. Regal. Consequential. Fatherly. The nation’s first president was all of those […]
Global commitment on display as countries negotiate key annex to the Pandemic Agreement
Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) concluded a weeklong round of negotiations on draft annex for Pathogen Access…
Logan’s Run at 50: Dystopian Classic Never More Relevant
Michael Anderson’s “Logan’s Run” (1976) is now 50 years old. Based on the 1967 novel by William F. Nolan and…
Journalists Ditch Colbert, Mourn Scott Pelley’s ’60 Minutes’ Exit
Some examples of media bias are so blatant they practically scream their intentions. Take the year-long mourning over Stephen Colbert’s…
Why perimenopause and other women’s health issues are neflected
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Trump’s $1.8B “anti-weaponization” slush fund, briefly explained
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about…
Early Nvidia Investor Mark Stevens Gives $200M to USC for A.I. Push
The couple, Giving Pledge signatories, have backed education, health care and the arts. Photo illustration/Stevens…
Diarrhea outbreak: What is cyclosporiasis, and why is it suddenly everywhere?
As if we needed one more thing to worry about so soon after the hantavirus…
Global health gains face threat of reversal
The world is falling short on health targets, with progress uneven, slowing, and in some…
Roy Swan on America’s 250th Anniversary and National Renewal
At a moment of division and declining trust, the country’s founding promise remains both unfinished…
Low-rated Jimmy Fallon Lies About ‘Tonight Show’s’ Liberal Bias
It was the hair tousle that changed the course of a TV institution. Jimmy Fallon…
Is ‘Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness’ a Score-Settling Screed?
Larry David doesn’t know when to quit. And that isn’t such a bad thing, at…
Is Jerry Seinfeld Getting Red-Pilled in Real Time?
Jerry Seinfeld isn’t a political comedian. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. Seinfeld sticks…
Protests Erupt in Alabama State House During Special Session over Redistricting
Protests were reported to have broken out in Alabama’s State House as lawmakers were discussing…
A.I. and the End of ‘Launch Here, Localize Later’
Generative A.I. has eliminated the luxury of launching in one market and localizing later. Photo by Sheldon Klareich/Hulton Archive/Getty Images On May 18, Starbucks Korea […]
How Rahul Vohra’s Superhuman Becomes Grammarly’s Bet on A.I. Email
Rahul Vohra’s email startup is betting professionals will pay to reclaim hours lost to the inbox. Vaughn Ridley/Web Summit via Sportsfile via Getty Images When […]
Summer Davos 2026: Purpose as a Competitive Advantage
Trade upheaval, geopolitical shocks and A.I. are reshaping business, but organizations without a lived sense of purpose risk moving fast in the wrong direction. Jiang […]
What We Know About Allen & Co., Host of Sun Valley Conference
The 2026 Allen & Co. Sun Valley Conference, dubbed the annual “summer camp for billionaires,” will kick off in the mountain resort of Sun Valley, […]
My friend is obsessed with AI. What can I do?
In February, the TikTok creator Brittany Panzer posted a video over five minutes detailing the unraveling of her friendship. There was no disagreement, no blowup, […]
Jay Clayton spy chief nomination delayed: Why Trump is sabotaging his own nominee
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your […]
Caitlin Clark’s Strange Image on Cover of NBA 2K27 Stirs Controversy
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will be featured on the cover of the NBA 2K27 Deluxe Edition, albeit with a strange image that drew scrutiny […]
Economists, Energy Experts Torch Gavin Newsom’s Chevron Boycott
Economists and energy experts have lambasted Gov. Gavin Newsom’s (D-CA) call to boycott Chevron, noting the state’s high gas prices are due to Newsom’s anti-energy […]
Marsha Blackburn Wins Tennessee Republican Gubernatorial Nomination
[ad_1] Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn won Thursday’s Republican primary to become the next governor of Tennessee, according to AP and Decision Desk. Blackburn defeated two challengers in the contest, Rep. John…
Millions of Americans are going to lose health insurance or Medicaid
[ad_1] One of the clearest success stories in US healthcare over the past 20 years has been the dramatic decline in the number of Americans without health insurance. In 2010,…
South Africa seeks tariff exemption as U.S. probes forced labor tied to imports
[ad_1] JOHANNESBURG — South Africa has asked the United States to exempt it from proposed tariffs linked to a U.S. investigation into the enforcement of bans on imports of products…
The Download: your stake in OpenAI, and the Treasury’s AI warning
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Singapore Tourism Board and Universal Music Singapore Forge Global Multi-Year Partnership to Boost Tourism
A three-year Memorandum of Understanding will amplify Singapore’s global appeal through international artist-led moments and…
UN report: Global hunger levels ease for third consecutive year as regional disparities persist
Global hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, demonstrating that progress is possible.…
Franklin Graham Honors the Life of ‘Strong Fighter’ Sen. Lindsey Graham
Reverend Franklin Graham honored Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) life and service to the nation early…
US-Iran war: Why the ceasefire is breaking down
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about…
Encouraging progress in inclusive health policies for refugees and migrants
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a major shift in how countries are responding to…
Education Department probes race-conscious admissions policies at five medical schools
The Education Department is investigating complaints of illegal favoritism toward minorities in medical school admissions at Dartmouth…
One day after Iran deal breakthrough, Trump taps brakes, says negotiators shouldn’t rush
President Trump on Sunday defended a potential peace deal with Iran that would reopen the…
Experience a Funtastic Travel Extravaganza at Travel Madness Expo 2026 with Metrobank
MANILA, Philippines — Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable adventure! The Travel…
‘The Furious’ – Child-Trafficking Thriller Packs Savage Punch
Pick a scene, any scene, from “The Furious,” and it’s likely to have the best…
Senate parliamentarian pushes GOP to rework immigration funding bill after initial rules review
Senate Republicans will need to rewrite portions of their $72 billion immigration-enforcement funding package to…
Why do South Koreans love AI so much?
All of that effort might be paying off. The same index ranked South Korea as…
Five things you need to know about AI
4. AI for science is a very big deal. It’s early days yet, but the…
The new Supreme Court abortion case about mifepristone, Danco Laboratories v. Louisiana, explained
On Friday evening, the far-right United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit attempted…
‘The Odyssey”s Early Data Confirms Christopher Nolan’s Star Power
Christopher Nolan interacts with fans during the Universal Pictures “The Odyssey” Paris Premiere at Le…
Aidan Gomez’s Cohere Acquires Aleph Alpha in Sovereign A.I. Push
Aidan Gomez is doubling down on sovereign A.I. with a strategic European expansion. Photo by Michael Kappeler/dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Cohere, the Toronto-based startup […]
‘Man Who Wasn’t There’: Coen Bros’ Overlooked Noir Masterpiece
Joel and Ethan Coen’s “The Man Who Wasn’t There” (2001) is one of their later-period masterpieces that has always been overlooked. The new Criterion Collection […]
Did Elvis Costello Go Woke Over ‘Oliver’s Army’ Slur?
Elvis Costello once uttered a terrible word, twice, during a drunken exchange that might have gotten him canceled today. Perhaps permanently. The singer-songwriter slammed American […]
Why perimenopause and other women’s health issues are neflected
Medicine has come a long way. We are living longer than ever, we have eradicated diseases that once seemed like a certain death sentence, and […]
How Luxury Hospitality Is Changing for Modern Travelers
As luxury experiences outpace luxury goods, hotels are finding competitive advantage in cultural relevance and shared passions. Unsplash+ On a recent visit to 7 Spring, […]
The Hamptons Season, A.I. and the Business Value of Being There
The easier it becomes to communicate digitally, the more valuable physical proximity becomes for building relationships that drive business. Unsplash+ Every July, a familiar migration […]
Benjamin Franklin, Impact Investing and America’s Original Idea
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the country’s forgotten tradition of expanding opportunity through investment deserves a second look. Unsplash+ Near the end […]
Top Labour Leadership Challengers Would See Britain Rejoin the EU
The leading contenders seeking to topple Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer have both said that they would overturn the Brexit referendum and rejoin the European […]
Did Bill Maher Just Win L.A. Mayor’s Race for Spencer Pratt?
Bill Maher settled on a curious recurring joke during his interview with Spencer Pratt. The future Mark Twain Prize winner told Pratt to stop making […]