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Investments and Business

The Giving Pledge was meant to turbocharge philanthropy. Few billionaires got on board.

When Warren Buffett and Bill Gates launched the Giving Pledge in 2010, they envisioned a movement that would fundamentally transform charitable giving among the world's wealthiest individuals. The initiative invited…

New research reveals clues about memory from the brains of 'SuperAgers'

Health

Study sheds light on memory from the brains of ‘SuperAgers’

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

An exceptional group of seniors is redefining the usual beliefs about cognitive decrease, keeping their mental acuity on par with individuals significantly younger. These people, referred to as SuperAgers, show…

Project Runway Is Back—Can It Finally Produce a New Fashion Star?

Fashion and Trends

Project Runway Is Back—Will a Fresh Fashion Star Emerge?

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The renowned fashion contest series is set to make its much-awaited comeback on TV, reintroducing well-known challenges and intense creative trials for emerging designers. As the program gears up for…

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Economy

Crocs US experiences sales decrease amid rising trainer popularity

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The American footwear market has seen a notable change in consumer preferences, with recent sales data revealing a significant drop in purchases of Crocs' signature foam clogs. This downturn comes…

‘I Don’t Know That I Can Be Placed in a Box’: Amaarae on Her Thrilling New Album, Black Star

Fashion and Trends

‘I Don’t Know That I Can Be Placed in a Box’: Why Amaarae’s Black Star Album Stands Out

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The Ghanaian-American artist Amaarae has emerged as one of contemporary music's most innovative voices, consistently challenging conventional genre boundaries with her distinctive sound. Her newest album, Black Star, represents both an…

Mandalorian actress settles lawsuit with Disney over firing

Culture and Entertainment

Disney resolves lawsuit with Mandalorian actress after firing

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The entertainment industry recently witnessed the resolution of a high-stakes legal dispute between a prominent performer from the acclaimed Star Wars series The Mandalorian and The Walt Disney Company. After nearly two…

Lawsuit accuses Apple of stealing trade secrets to create Apple Pay

Investments and Business

Trade secret theft lawsuit targets Apple over Apple Pay

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

A significant legal conflict has arisen regarding the creation of Apple's touchless payment system. According to court filings, the technology company is accused of unlawfully utilizing safeguarded intellectual assets to…

A new leadership is appointed in Haiti as gangs threaten to overthrow the government

Social Responsibility

Haiti appoints leadership as gangs threaten to topple government

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has entered a critical phase of political transition as newly appointed leaders take office while armed groups continue their violent campaign to destabilize the government.…

Trump calls for Intel boss to resign immediately, alleging China ties

Economy

Trump wants Intel boss out now, accuses of China affiliations

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

In a move that has sent ripples through Washington's national security establishment, President Donald Trump has demanded the immediate resignation of the Director of National Intelligence, Avril Haines. The former…

Month: August 2025

Majority of children’s diets are ultra-processed foods, says CDC

The Giving Pledge was meant to turbocharge philanthropy. Few billionaires got on board.

Study sheds light on memory from the brains of ‘SuperAgers’

Project Runway Is Back—Will a Fresh Fashion Star Emerge?

Crocs US experiences sales decrease amid rising trainer popularity

‘I Don’t Know That I Can Be Placed in a Box’: Why Amaarae’s Black Star Album Stands Out

Disney resolves lawsuit with Mandalorian actress after firing

Trade secret theft lawsuit targets Apple over Apple Pay

Trump wants Intel boss out now, accuses of China affiliations