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Men weren’t always “bad at friendship” 2d ago
The headlines may be dominated by artificial intelligence and electoral politics, but beneath it all, another debate constantly simmers, forever threatening to erupt. I write, of course, of the great male friendship debate. On one side: writers,... Read
Why do people keep dumping buckets of fish into Montana’s lakes? 2d ago
On a summer day in 1992, a man dumped a cooler full of a fish called yellow perch into Lake Mary Ronan, in northwest Montana. We know this because two teenagers saw him do it; they wrote down his license plate number and called in a tip to the... Read
Preventing campus sexual assault could start in kindergarten 2d ago
In the weeks since Jane Doe alleged she was gang-raped at a Cornell University fraternity party in 2024, the plague of campus sexual assault has once again become the topic of a heated national debate. Those discussions inevitably land on familiar... Read
“A rich message, but a poor campaign”: How Scott Colom beat the odds in Mississippi 2d ago
On Wednesday, Mississippi’s Senate race was officially called for Democrat Scott Colom, who will become the first Black person to represent the state in the US Senate since Reconstruction, more than 140 years ago. Colom’s win is a stunning,... Read
America’s AI secrets are leaking — and not just because of the Nvidia spy scandal 1d ago
TORONTO — When a company is building technology that could totally transform the world — technology so high-stakes and secretive that it may underpin the future of geopolitics — you might expect its leaders to have a handle on the basics of... Read
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Do the Dems need new leadership? 2d ago
This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. Hi readers, happy Friday! Today, we’re saying farewell — for now — to “Democrats in array.” Not... Read
Why the left and right are both cheering Jensen Huang’s downfall 2d ago
Former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s sudden downfall is in a sense shocking, considering his wealth, global fame, and role leading what was until recently the world’s most valuable company. But Huang’s immense influence in Washington — and particularly... Read
OpenAI is betting a data center rebrand will make you hate them less 2d ago
Republicans weren’t the only big losers in last week’s midterms: Across the country, voters also backed restrictions on data centers and elected candidates promising tougher oversight of AI companies. Out of 41 local ballot initiatives limiting the... Read
Democrats made shocking gains with religious voters — but not everywhere 3d ago
One of the most eye-opening aspects of last week’s midterms was the new cohort of religious politicians it sent to Congress — many of them part of a wave of Democratic-leaning Christians. Another striking feature was the dramatic shift among many... Read
Why online gamblers are obsessed with table tennis 2d ago
If you were living in Colorado in May and bet on sports online, you’d statistically have been most likely to bet on professional basketball. Next on the list was baseball. The third-most wagered sport? Table tennis. Colorado is almost certainly... Read

HBS Working Knowledge

Inside One Startup's Journey to Break Down Hiring (and Funding) Barriers 733d ago
How can formerly incarcerated people reintegrate into society if few companies will hire them? And can businesses afford to exclude the roughly one in three working Americans with criminal records from the economy? In a case study, Paul Gompers... Read
What Wartime Service Taught These Historic Leaders 737d ago
What can corporate leaders learn from executives who served their country during wartime conflicts? Drawing on a series of case studies, Robert Simons shares important lessons from the experiences of Walt Disney, Dwight Eisenhower, and Robert... Read
How Private Investors Can Help Solve Africa's Climate Crisis 737d ago
Africa faces escalating climate risks that threaten its people and businesses. While governments and development finance institutions lack the capital to address these challenges, John Macomber argues that private investors could play a pivotal... Read
Building the Road to 'Small Business Utopia' with AI and Fintech 740d ago
Could artificial intelligence help small business owners gain the insights they need to operate more efficiently and grow? In the updated edition of Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream, Karen Mills looks at evolving technology and how it... Read
AI Can Help Leaders Communicate, But Can't Make Employees Listen 740d ago
A chatbot might be able to write emails that sound human, but can the technology respond to staff questions just like the boss would? Research by Prithwiraj Choudhury shows that while a chatbot may save leaders time, employees might not view the... Read
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Layoffs Surging in a Strong Economy? Advice for Navigating Uncertain Times 744d ago
Layoffs have been on the rise in some US industries as tech and professional services companies grapple with slowing demand and mixed economic signals. Sandra Sucher, Frances Frei, and Maria Roche offer insights for leaders managing through the... Read
Latino Voters Have Grown More Politically Divided. That’s Not Surprising. 747d ago
Demographics are not destiny in politics. Richard Calvo, Vincent Pons, and Jesse Shapiro explain how their latest research is playing out in the final stretch of the US presidential race. Read
Charting the US-China Trade War: What Does 'Made in Vietnam' Mean? 752d ago
Chinese companies have been evading US tariffs by shipping goods through Vietnam, but not to the degree that the headlines would suggest. Ebehi Iyoha and Jaya Wen dig into trade microdata to illustrate Vietnam's strategic importance and why... Read
With Millions of Workers Juggling Caregiving, Employers Need to Rethink Support 747d ago
Most companies use AI to screen out job applicants with employment gaps, marginalizing caregivers who need to step back from the workforce. Leaders should reconsider how they search for talent and create more supportive conditions for these... Read

BBC News

Australian cricket's sandpapergate is back - and it cuts deep in a 'nation of good sports' 2d ago
Claims the entire Australian team knew of the 2018 sandpaper cheating plot are dividing the cricket world. Read
'Wrong' and 'nonsense' - Cummins on Khawaja claims 2d ago
Australia captain Pat Cummins hits back at former team-mate Usman Khawaja’s claims over the sandpaper scandal, calling them “100% wrong” and “utter nonsense”. Read
'Gloves are off' - how Australian papers reacted to Cummins on Khawaja 2d ago
The Australian newpapers have their say after Pat Cummins' extraordinary 68-minute news conference. Read
Sydney Swans players will not be charged after hotel incident, police say 2d ago
Four players had been under investigation after an alleged sexual assault after a game in Melbourne. Read
Australian teen missing in bush for six days rescued alive 3d ago
The 17-year-old's mum has joked that he is "grounded for life" and "never leaving the house again". Read
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Why did a day off for Finland's embassy in Australia go viral? 3d ago
Sleuths shared their "despair" when Finland's embassy in Australia's capital closed for 24 hours to hold a planning day and expressed "relief" when it reopened. Read
Why does Australia want Brits to swap Sydney for the outback? 5d ago
Australia wants changes to UK deal that would push backpackers out of Bondi and into remote regions. Read
Australian woman shot during Bondi Beach attack dies almost a year later 9d ago
The 90-year-old was among those seriously injured after gunmen opened fire at a Jewish event last year. Read
Australia doomed to live with stench of sandpapergate 5d ago
Usman Khawaja's autobiography has exposed the limbo Australian cricket finds itself stuck in over the sandpaper scandal, writes Stephan Shemilt. Read
'I made the wrong decision,' Hyrox athlete who soiled herself in race tells BBC 16d ago
In her first interview since the incident, Joanna Wietrzyk told the BBC she takes responsibility for it but did not deserve such a severe backlash. Read
'Like cutting up a Picasso': AI microdrama edit of Neighbours worries actors and crew 17d ago
A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character. Read
'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken 25d ago
Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community. Read
Is this sandpapergate 2.0? 4d ago
Henry Moeran looks into how 'sandpapergate' has been reignited after revelations in former Australian batter Usman Khawaja's autobiography. Read
Watch: Moment woman rescues young koala from large snake 9d ago
Nell was walking her dog in Brisbane, Australia, when she saw a distressed koala trying to protect its joey from a python. Read
Was an Italian chef really fired over refusal to put pineapple on pizza? 10d ago
The chef had stated that putting pineapple on pizza was "offensive to his culture". Read
Watch: Why Australia's mushroom murderer may now die in prison 17d ago
Judges agreed with the prosecution’s appeal that Erin Patterson’s initial non-parole period of 33 years was insufficient. Read
Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough 20d ago
The airport won’t have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there? Read
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