Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
06/10/2021
Google Seeks to Break Vicious Cycle of Online Slander
In response to Times articles, the search giant is changing its algorithm, part of a major shift in how Google polices harmful content.
In the U.S., vaccines for the youngest are expected this fall.
Coronavirus vaccines may be available in the fall for U.S. children as young as 6 months, drugmakers say.
06/06/2021
Fiat plans to become an EV-only automaker by 2030
The company will start phasing out combustion engine vehicles in 2025
06/04/2021
Landlords Barred From Using Criminal Records to Deny Housing
Rental applications in New Jersey will no longer ask about criminal convictions, and landlords’ use of background checks will be limited.
06/05/2021
Workers Are Gaining Leverage Over Employers Right Before Our Eyes
“Employers are becoming much more cognizant that yes, it’s about money, but also about quality of life.”
06/03/2021
Bibi Is Trump and the Israeli Change Coalition Is Biden
To understand the political drama playing out in Israel and the tentative formation of a national unity coalition to topple Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, you don’t need to speak Hebrew. You need only to understand one thing: Netanyahu makes his enemies even angrier than Donald Trump does.
06/01/2021
There’s a Sexual Assault Crisis in the Military. Congress Can Stop It.
06/01/2021
In 17 Years, I Will Still Know My Own Heart
05/31/2021
On the Covid Front Lines, When Not Getting Belly Rubs
In Thailand and around the world, dogs are being trained to sniff out the coronavirus in people. So far, the results have been impressive.
05/27/2021
Can Removing Highways Fix America’s Cities?
05/28/2021
70 Percent Covid Vaccination Rate May Be in Reach, New Poll Suggests
The survey found big increases over last month in Latinos getting the shot and in unvaccinated people who say they have made an appointment.
05/28/2021