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.
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.
The Best PR Firms in America 2022
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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.
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.
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.
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‘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.
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.
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.
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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
Public relations and marketing is a constantly evolving field, even during a pandemic. For that reason, it’s long been a
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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.
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.
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.
If You See A Spotted Lanternfly in NYC, Please “Squish and Dispose”
Since arriving in New York two years ago, sightings of spotted lanternflies have skyrocketed. The new invasive species is more threatening to agriculture than humans.
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.
Is Coinbase on the Mend? Or Is It a Meme Stock?
Coinbase has attracted outsized interest from short sellers as well as the SEC. What will CEO Brian Armstrong do next?
For the First Time, George Soros Invested in Tesla and Ford as He Doubled Down On EV Stocks
George Soros bought millions of shares in Tesla and Ford during the second quarter while reshuffling his EV holdings.
The Best Scalp and Hair Sunscreens You Should Start Using ASAP
Don’t forget to protect your hair and scalp, too.
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.
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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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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.
‘Bullet Train’ Might Be the Worst Movie Ever Made
‘Bullet Train’ features the worst assemblage of bad acting ever collected in a single film. There is also a poisonous snake.
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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.
Author Salman Rushdie Was Attacked on a Lecture Stage at Western New York’s Chautauqua Institution
Author Salman Rushdie, who has faced death threats for decades, was attacked on a stage where he was set to deliver a lecture at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York.
Comic Creator Frank Miller is Suing the Widow of an Editor for Refusing to Return Valuable Batman Illustrations
In the 1980s, comic legend Frank Miller created cover art for a magazine editor. Miller assumed his illustrations were lost, until he discovered the editor’s widow putting them up for auction.
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.
Books and Artwork From Joan Didion’s Apartment Are Heading To Auction
Possessions from the legendary writer Joan Didion will soon be up for auction. The collection includes artwork from Patti Smith in addition to objects amassed by Didion throughout years spent in New York and California.
A CEO Posted Himself Crying on LinkedIn After Laying Off Workers. The Internet’s Reaction Was Harsh.
The CEO who went viral for posting a crying selfie on LinkedIn said he wanted to show “not all CEOs are bad, inhumane people who are only profit driven.”
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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.
How to Get an Artist (or Remote) Visa Nearly Anywhere
You may be asking yourself if where you’re at is where you want to be, so we collected a list of work visa options for you to jet away to.
Sotheby’s Will Auction Michael Jordan’s 1998 Finals Jersey for an Estimated $5 Million
A Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals and depicted in ‘The Last Dance’ documentary will soon be headed to auction.