Substack’s Clumsy Firing of Editor Sam Thielman Is Just the Latest Controversy for the Platform
Substack fired Sam Thielman after he edited Spencer Ackerman’s farewell newsletter which criticized the company. Now the company is under fire for appearing to act out of spite.
Today’s Coolest Movie: A 90-Minute Film of an Air Conditioner
New Yorkers are being treated to a free movie premiere, complete with popcorn and soda. The catch? It’s a 90 minute shot of an AC unit.
The Best PR Firms in America 2022
Here is the Observer’s annual list of the 50 best PR firms in America.
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The 20 Electric Cars That Still Qualify For Federal Tax Credits in 2022
About 20 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from model years 2022 and 2023 are still eligible for the up to $7,500 in federal tax rebates under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Hearing Aids Will Now Be Available Over the Counter and Could Be Cheaper With a New FDA Rule
The Food and Drug Administration finalized a rule that will make hearing aids available to Americans over-the-counter by mid-October. It’s expected to make the product much cheaper.
West Nile, the Virus You Forgot About, is Back in New York City
Two cases of West Nile virus have been reported in New York City while mosquitos infected with the virus have been detected across in all five boroughs.
Americans Are Bad at Taking Vacation, But Some Companies Are Trying to Change That
It’s August. Where’s your OOO message? Some companies are finding new ways to encourage employees to take vacation when they need it.
Ezra Miller Is Seeking Treatment But Will It Be Enough to Save Warner Discovery’s Flash Movie?
Ezra Miller is entering therapy for their recent years of reckless behavior, but it might not be enough to save Warner Bros. Discovery’s plans for the DC universe.
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The Many Lives of the TikTok Hit ‘Teenage Dirtbag’
‘Teenage Dirtbag’ is all over TikTok and Instagram, but it’s nowhere near the first time the song has been a hit.
‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ Is Marvel’s Straight-Up Sitcom, But Is That A Good Thing?
‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ is the kind of casual, chill on your couch TV that could run for years. It’s that simple and unambitious.
‘Better Call Saul’ Finale: The Right (If Not Perfect) Ending
The series finale, “Saul Gone,” offers our lead character the closest thing to a happy ending that he could ever deserve.
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The DeFi Dozen: Here Are the Hottest DeFi Companies of 2022
Observer and CoinDesk studied market capitalization, valuation based on venture investment and more to identify the hottest DeFi companies of 2022. Here they are.
PR Rising Stars 2022
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Substack’s Clumsy Firing of Editor Sam Thielman Is Just the Latest Controversy for the Platform
Substack fired Sam Thielman after he edited Spencer Ackerman’s farewell newsletter which criticized the company. Now the company is under fire for appearing to act out of spite.
The Many Lives of the TikTok Hit ‘Teenage Dirtbag’
‘Teenage Dirtbag’ is all over TikTok and Instagram, but it’s nowhere near the first time the song has been a hit.
Today’s Coolest Movie: A 90-Minute Film of an Air Conditioner
New Yorkers are being treated to a free movie premiere, complete with popcorn and soda. The catch? It’s a 90 minute shot of an AC unit.
The 20 Electric Cars That Still Qualify For Federal Tax Credits in 2022
About 20 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from model years 2022 and 2023 are still eligible for the up to $7,500 in federal tax rebates under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Hearing Aids Will Now Be Available Over the Counter and Could Be Cheaper With a New FDA Rule
The Food and Drug Administration finalized a rule that will make hearing aids available to Americans over-the-counter by mid-October. It’s expected to make the product much cheaper.
West Nile, the Virus You Forgot About, is Back in New York City
Two cases of West Nile virus have been reported in New York City while mosquitos infected with the virus have been detected across in all five boroughs.
‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ Is Marvel’s Straight-Up Sitcom, But Is That A Good Thing?
‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ is the kind of casual, chill on your couch TV that could run for years. It’s that simple and unambitious.
Review: Aicon Gallery Presents Colorful Victor Ekpuk and Natvar Bhavsar’s Pigments in Parallel Exhibitions
The impressive side by side solo exhibitions work together, not apart. A love of deep color isn’t all the artists have in common at Aicon.
The Stylish Tennis Sweaters To Serve Looks on and off the Court
Ace the tenniscore aesthetic in these timeless pullovers.
The Barbiecore Trend Is Just Getting Started: Here Are the Best Pieces to Shop
The phrase “getting dolled up” has a whole new meaning.
Americans Are Bad at Taking Vacation, But Some Companies Are Trying to Change That
It’s August. Where’s your OOO message? Some companies are finding new ways to encourage employees to take vacation when they need it.
Ezra Miller Is Seeking Treatment But Will It Be Enough to Save Warner Discovery’s Flash Movie?
Ezra Miller is entering therapy for their recent years of reckless behavior, but it might not be enough to save Warner Bros. Discovery’s plans for the DC universe.
American Airlines Is the Latest Air Carrier to Buy Supersonic Jets
American Airlines has put down a deposit for 20 supersonic jets that can fly at twice the speed of today’s fastest commercial aircraft.
‘Better Call Saul’ Finale: The Right (If Not Perfect) Ending
The series finale, “Saul Gone,” offers our lead character the closest thing to a happy ending that he could ever deserve.
Loews’ Jonathan Tisch and Oak Tree Capital’s Howard Marks Are Among the Top Water Consumers in the Hamptons
CEOs Jonathan Tisch, Marc Leder and Howard Marks top a list of the top water users in Southampton and East Hampton towns as Suffolk County urges residents to cut down on consumption.
Twitter’s Legal Battle With Elon Musk Now Hinges On One Person
Twitter’s legal battle with Elon Musk takes a new turn and now hinges on one person: Twitter’s ousted product head.
Home Set: Kitchen Accoutrements
From a natural orange wine and picture-perfect fridge storage to a delightful balsamic vinegar and organic pantry staples, here’s what we’re loving and coveting at the moment.
Reformation’s Summer Sale Is Here, And It Includes the Cutest Hailey Bieber-Approved Dresses
Now is the best time to stock up on cool girl favorites from brand, which counts Kaia Gerber, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift and Kendall Jenner as fans.
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What to Watch on Streaming This Week: August 12-18
Vampires, the Royal Family, and women in baseball – oh my! What to watch this week runs the genre gamut, and it’s all the better for it.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: August 5-11
This week offers the story of a real-life rescue, an action-packed alien movie, and multiple ’70s throwbacks.
What’s Leaving Streaming This August
From franchises to indie films, catch these movies before they leave streaming at the end of the month.
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In a Thriller About the Dark Side of Capitalism, Aubrey Plaza Shines as ‘Emily the Criminal’
Writer-director John Patton Ford keeps the bloodshed to a minimum, but gets a maximum of suspense and anxiety out of the simple swiping of a credit card.
Review: Author Kathleen Hale’s ‘Slenderman’ Skillfully Takes on a Teen Creepy-Pasta Inspired Murder Case
Armed with a necessary sympathy towards all major players in the real life Slenderman case, Kathleen Hale’s new book is a measured take on murder in the Internet Age.
Review: Artist Portia Munson Takes on Modern Feminism at PPOW Gallery
Artist Portia Munson’s recent solo show at PPOW Gallery takes on feminist aesthetics and if we have ultimately missed something.
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The Next Dimes Square Is Just Around the Corner
New York City is constantly in a state of art scenes gentrifying neighborhoods and changing the city. Dimes Square isn’t unique.
A Stolen Picasso Was Allegedly Discovered During A Drug Raid in Iraq
Iraq’s anti-narcotic authorities claim to have found a stolen Picasso during a drug raid over the weekend.
NFT Expert Noah Davis on Beeple, CryptoPunks and the Comfort of Knowing Nothing
The past few years have been a tumultuous journey for Noah Davis, the former Christie’s NFT expert who helped sell a $69 million NFT by Beeple. “I have probably shaved a decade off of my life expectancy,” he told the Observer.
Facebook Cooperated With Law Enforcement in an Abortion Case. Did it Have a Choice?
Meta came under fire last week for providing private Facebook messages to the police in an abortion case. But in many cases, the company’s hands are tied when it receives a valid court order.
Gannett Has Laid Off at Least 80 Newspaper Employees Around the Country
At least 80 Gannett employees in newsrooms around the country have been laid off, according to tracking by the NewsGuild union.
Prices for Meme Cryptocurrencies Shiba Inu and Dogecoin Are Surging As Ethereum’s Upgrade Nears
Retail investors are blindly buying meme coins again as a major Ethereum software upgrade nears.
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The Best Scalp and Hair Sunscreens You Should Start Using ASAP
Don’t forget to protect your hair and scalp, too.
Peloton Will Lay Off Nearly 800 Employees and Raise Prices in an Effort to Turn Around Its Business
Peloton is laying off workers—and raising prices—once again, as the once-trendy fitness company struggles with declining revenue.
Kim Kardashian’s Latest Skims Collection Combines Swimwear and Shapewear
Shaping Swim makes perfect sense for the brand.
Ralph Lauren Debuts 2022 U.S. Open Tennis Collection
Take a first look at this year’s ballperson uniforms.
After Laying Off Its Baggage Workers During Covid, Qantas Now Wants Its Senior Executives to Pitch In
Australian airline Qantas is asking corporate workers to volunteer as baggage handlers to help ease a labor shortage.