Rare Protests in China Raise Hopes that Xi Jinping’s Zero-Covid Policy Will Soon End
An unprecedented wave of protests against China’s zero-Covid policy erupted in at least 10 Chinese cities over the weekend. Now the world anxiously await a response from the Chinese government.
‘Quick Quitting’ Among Female CEOs Highlights the Obstacles Facing Executive Women
Christina Spade’s departure from AMC highlights a troubling trend: Female leaders are leaving their companies at the highest rate in years, and tend to depart more quickly from top roles.
Here Are the 25 People Powering the Creator Economy
Meet Susan Wojcicki, Connie Chan, Hamish McKenzie, Telfar Clemens and the other stars of the $100 billion creator economy.
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Crypto Lender BlockFi Files for Bankruptcy, the Latest Casualty of FTX’s Collapse
BlockFi, which struck a deal with FTX a few months ago, had previously been ranked as the fastest growing private company in 2022.
Biden Urges Congress to Block Rail Workers From Striking Over Sick Days, Challenging His Pro-Union Stance
President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to pass legislation adopting a labor agreement between U.S. rail workers and management that was voted down by most union members, who are pushing for paid sick days.
Meta is Again Fined by Irish Regulators and Now Owes Nearly $1 Billion for Violations
Ireland’s privacy regulator fined Meta $276 million for a data scraping leak that impacted more than 500 million people back in 2019. This is the third fine Meta has received from the group in 15 months, totaling $900 million for the company.
Banks Are Accused of Facilitating Jeffrey Epstein’s Sex Trafficking in a Lawsuit That Faces High Legal Hurdles
JPMorgan and Deutsche Bank were sued by two women who say the banks overlooked red flags about Jeffrey Epstein. But proving they facilitated his sex trafficking faces legal barriers.
The Streaming Bubble Might Pop Soon, and Bob Iger Knows It
Disney is renewing its focus on making its streaming platforms profitable, and hopes to be one of the survivors when the streaming bubble pops.
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What to Watch on Streaming This Week: November 25-December 1
From a shocking FIFA docuseries and a heartwarming documentary about the Mars rover to a great Chadwick Boseman performance and a quirky sci-fi movie, this week has everything for your streaming pleasure.
‘Anon Pls,’ The Novel From @deuxmoi, Draws Power From the Cloak Of Anonymity
This work of fiction from the anonymous Instagram account deftly captures how celebrity gossip culture has been democratized by armchair commentators, viral rumors and eager influencers.
‘EO’ Is A Dark Exploration of Humanity, Technology and Nature, Yet Still Filled with Joy
The Jerzy Skolimowski film revolves around a donkey’s trans-European journey. It’s profoundly weird and deeply moving.
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Meet Susan Wojcicki, Connie Chan, Hamish McKenzie, Telfar Clemens and the other stars of the $100 billion creator economy.
Power Employers: The Companies US Students Most Want to Work For
A survey of 50,000 college students revealed the most in-demand employers among U.S. students.
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.
Arts
Bob Dylan Apologizes for Selling $600 Books Signed With Automated Autograph Machines
Bob Dylan admitted he signed his new collection of essays with an autopen, an automated autograph machine widely used among celebrities.
The Met’s ‘The Hours’ Struggles Under Virginia Woolf’s Shadow
The highly anticipated production of The Hours, featuring Renée Fleming and Kelli O’Hara, is disappointing. The source material overweighs the performance, and the score was inadequate.
US Rep. Carolyn Maloney Faces Ethics Investigation for Allegedly Soliciting a Ticket to the Met Gala
After she wasn’t invited to the 2016 Met Gala, Rep. Carolyn Maloney made calls to Met executives expressing her dissatisfaction. She now may be faced with an investigation from the House Ethics Committee.
Bruce Norris On The Moral Complexities of ‘Downstate’
The playwright’s latest examines society’s need to identify collective villains that can be perpetually punished.
Christie’s Cancels Sale of a T-Rex Skeleton After Experts Revealed It Included Replica Bones
Christie’s pulled a Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton from auction in Hong Kong after doubts were raised surrounding the dinosaur bones.
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Jet Set: Beach Vacation Must-Haves
From a sleek one-piece and linen PJs to a vegan leather toiletry bag and chic sun hat, here are the travel pieces we’re loving and coveting right now.
Amazon’s Unusual Cyber Monday Discounts Are Another Sign of Its Alexa Trouble
Amazon is offering deep discounts on its suite of Echo speakers this Cyber Monday, as the e-commerce giant grapples with giant losses from its Alexa voice assistant business.
Shoppers Spent a Record $9 Billion on Black Friday Despite Recession Fears
Online shoppers spent a record $9.12 billion this Black Friday, up 2.3 percent from last year, according to Adobe Analytics data, buoyed by a still-strong job market.
Disney’s ‘Strange World’ Flopped Over the Weekend, Making it the Company’s Second Straight Animated Dud
Disney’s newest animated film, “Strange World,” flopped at the box office, making it the company’s second consecutive animated misfire after “Lightyear” and shining a light on the issues returning CEO Bob Iger will face on Disney’s creative front.
Big Banks Blink on Zelle Scams: Maybe Elizabeth Warren Was Right After All
A news report indicates that major US banks, such as Wells Fargo and Bank of America, are working on a plan to refund Zelle customers who say they have been scammed.
The Luxe Stocking Stuffers She’ll Love This Holiday Season
These chic stocking stuffers prove that bigger isn’t always better.
Apple Could Lose 6 Million iPhone Pro Units As China’s Covid Unrest Continues
Apple’s largest iPhone factory in China is on track to lose 6 million iPhone Pro smartphones in production, or 8 percent of its global target, as Covid-related protests continue.
Five Years After #MeToo, Wall Street’s Culture of Secrecy Makes Progress Hard to Measure
Five years after the #MeToo movement began, progress across most industries has come in fits and starts. This is particularly true on Wall Street, where a culture of secrecy continues to keep claims out of the spotlight.
A Third New York City Casino Bid Eyes Coney Island
Coney Island is the site for a third public proposal for a casino in New York City, as developers and gaming partners bid for licenses.
New York Cracks Down on Cryptocurrency With Restrictions on Crypto Mining and Investments
In the wake of FTX’s bankruptcy, New York officials are pushing for more regulation on cryptocurrency in the state.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Failed Charitable Dreams Expose the Tenuous Nature of Crypto Philanthropy
The philanthropic promises of Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO, who had pledged to give away his fortune throughout his lifetime, shine a light on the unstable nature of crypto charity.
Workers at a Foxconn iPhone Plant in China Clash With Security Over Wages and Covid Fears
Protests broke out at an iPhone factory in Zhengzhou, China, where employees are required to live on the grounds, as discontent grows over the country’s strict “zero-Covid” policies.
Black Friday Will Shed Light On the True State of the U.S. Economy
The upcoming Black Friday and holiday season shopping activities will reflect exact how much inflation and recession fears have affected consumer sentiment, if at all.
Democratic AGs Defend ESG Strategies After Republicans Pressure BlackRock to Drop Sustainability Principles
In a letter to Congress, Democratic attorneys general argued companies “can suffer serious financial consequences” if they don’t take ESG risks like climate change into account.
Can Our Thought Plutocrats Imagine a World Without Twitter?
The media’s love-hate relationship with Twitter has been front and center since Elon Musk took over the social media giant. But despite the flurry of alternatives like Mastodon, the path beyond Twitter is far from clear.
Elon Musk Has Lost $100 Billion In 2022 So Far As Tesla Stock Plunges
Elon Musk’s fortune has halved from its peak of $340 billion just a year ago to $170 billion now.
Employees Who Stayed on for Musk’s ‘Extremely Hardcore’ Twitter Were Still Laid off
Sales employees at Twitter who elected to stay on for Musk’s “hardcore” vision of the company were still laid off.
Simon & Schuster’s Proposed Sale to Penguin Random House Is Scuttled
Penguin Random House’s planned purchase of Simon & Schuster is officially over, after Paramount Global terminated the sale.
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What to Watch on Streaming This Week: November 18-24
Exciting sequels, remakes, and new takes promise to make this week an exciting one on streaming.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: November 11-17
From new British miniseries to buzzy fall movies, there’s plenty to feast your eyes on this week.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: November 4-10
The return of ‘The Crown’, a dramatic Harry Styles vehicle, and the full Harry Potter series are just some of the big ticket titles on streaming this week.
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Review: ‘Dodi & Diana’ Asks if a Relationship Can Survive the Past
From playwright Kareem Fahmy, ‘Dodi & Diana’ is a play reckoning with love’s survival on the anniversary of the death of Princess Diana.
Biennale Report: The Venice Biennale Celebrates the Feminine Surreal
In the 59th Venice Biennale, “The Milk of Dreams,” they spotlight women surrealists and the global perspective on living in the current era.
Review: Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky Brings Back ‘Medea’ With Vengeance
The Met Opera’s ‘Medea’ featuring Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky in the titular role is unmovable: focused on blood.
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CBD Oil: 5 Best CBD Brands Reviewed
In this article, we’ll take a look at five top brands in the CBD industry and highlight some of their finest CBD tinctures.
Home Set: Holiday Treats
From glittery gold platforms and your new favorite jeans to an indulgent vino and chic velvet blazer, here’s what we’re loving and coveting at the moment.
Taylor Swift Was a Bejeweled Disco Queen at the AMAs
She’s all about a glittery, golden aesthetic.
Olivia Wilde Channeled Her Inner Greek Goddess in a Gold Breastplate Gown
The filmmaker went for an Athena-worthy vibe.
The Most Luxurious Beauty Gifts to Shop for the Holidays
From haircare kits and fragrance selections to sumptuous advent calendars and mini lipsticks, these are the best beauty gifts that are sure to be a hit this season.