Severance fans can now delve into the self-help book written by Dr. Ricken Hale, played by Michael Chernus, thanks to Apple Books’ release of the first eight chapters of “The You You Are: A Spiritual Biography of You”. The companion book is a mix of self-improvement advice and cringe comedy, featuring quotes like “they cannot … Read more
Thousands of Argentines took to the streets of Buenos Aires on Saturday to defend minority rights and express outrage over President Javier Milei’s recent comments on “woke ideology” and feminism. The protesters, many of whom were gay or lesbian, held rainbow flags and placards that read “Not a step back.” Organized by women’s and LGBTQ+ … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose steep new tariffs on key trading partners and allies, despite acknowledging potential pain for American consumers. The move comes as Canada imposed its own tariffs on US imports including oranges and motorcycles, while Mexico prepared financial countermeasures. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/02/02/trump-tariffs-canada-mexico
The financial sector has consistently shown the widest pay disparities for women, with top jobs often falling short by thousands of dollars. According to Goat Academy’s analysis, jobs such as securities sales agents, financial clerks, and personal finance advisers have significant pay gaps. Disparities in hiring, negotiation, and promotion practices contribute to these inequalities. Despite … Read more
Stellantis has made several key changes to its management structure as part of a broader overhaul following the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares. The company announced that Chief Engineering and Technology Officer Ned Curic will oversee software activities, as previously reported. Additionally, new chiefs have been appointed for the Jeep, Peugeot, and DS Automobiles brands. … Read more
A Class 1 recall has been issued for Lay’s Classic Potato Chips sold in Oregon and Washington due to potential milk allergens. The FDA has classified the risk as high, warning of serious or deadly consequences from consuming the product. Affected bags were sold from early November until December 16-18 and have a “guaranteed fresh” … Read more
Federal standards set a limit of 4 parts per trillion for two types of PFAS, but experts say this may not be enough to protect public health. According to Dan Firth, chair of the Solid Waste and Mining Committee for the Tennessee chapter of the Sierra Club, even tiny levels of PFAS can cause harm. … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on goods from the European Union “pretty soon”, citing complaints about the US trade deficit with the 27-nation bloc. The move comes as the US embarks on a global trade war, already imposing tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. Experts warn that the trade war … Read more
A 35-year-old woman from England, Jen Moore, has been living with a painful and mysterious condition for over two decades. Despite being prescribed birth control pills to alleviate her symptoms, she continued to experience excruciating periods. The constant pain left her bedridden for several days each month. Moore’s journey began when she was 11 years … Read more
Scientists have invented a smart fabric that can raise temperatures by more than 54 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius) after just 10 minutes in the sun. The new material, made from specialized nanoparticles and thermoplastic polyurethane fibers, absorbs sunlight and converts it into heat. This innovation could be used in clothing designed for very cold … Read more