OpenAI recently made significant adjustments to their policy regarding non-disparagement agreements for former employees. This decision comes after facing backlash for requiring former employees to choose between maintaining their vested equity or signing a non-disparagement agreement that had no expiration date. Policy Reversal The internal memo, which was obtained by CNBC, informed former employees that
Norfolk Southern recently announced that it has agreed to pay $310 million to settle charges related to a toxic train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio, in February 2023. This incident led to a massive cleanup effort and forced local residents to evacuate due to contaminated soil and waterways. The majority of the settlement,
A recent study presented by Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, at the Digestive Disease Week annual meeting showcased the successful development of a blood-based test for the early detection of colorectal cancer (CRC). The study, known as PREEMPT CRC, demonstrated promising results in terms of sensitivity and specificity, offering a potential alternative to traditional screening methods.
General Motors CEO and Chair Mary Barra has recently addressed the rumors about her potential retirement, stating that she has no intentions of stepping down any time soon. Despite being the longest-tenured CEO after the company’s founder, Barra emphasized that she is fully committed to ensuring the company’s transformation is moving in the right direction.
Canva, the leading online design platform, made headlines with its recent Canva Create event in Los Angeles. The event showcased a major overhaul of the platform, introducing a new homepage and editing experience for all users. The company aims to streamline workflows and boost productivity with these enhancements. One standout feature is the contextual editing
During Rishi Sunak’s general election announcement, an unexpected tune blared near No. 10 Downing Street. While some viewers may have thought it was a part of the prime minister’s inspirational speech, the song, “Things Can Only Get Better” by D:Ream, actually served a different purpose. This 1997 anthem of Sir Tony Blair’s Labour victory saw
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad recently stated that he and his family members were not engaged in any corrupt practices. This comes after the Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission announced that Mahathir was under investigation in connection with a corruption probe involving his sons, Mirzan and Mokhzani. The commission had ordered Mahathir’s sons to declare their
The US health authorities have recently reported a second case of bird flu in a human, raising concerns about the spread of the disease. The first case was identified in Texas, followed by the second in Michigan. Both individuals infected with the H5N1 virus were dairy farm workers who experienced minor symptoms and have since
Dak Prescott’s patient approach towards his contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys has left many scratching their heads. In a recent statement, Prescott expressed his indifference towards money, stating that he would give it up just to play the game he loves. This level of detachment from financial gain is rare in a league driven
Nvidia has reached a significant milestone with its shares surpassing $1,000 for the first time in extended trading, following the release of its fiscal first-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations. This achievement reflects the ongoing momentum of the AI boom, which has captured the attention of investors worldwide. The company’s robust performance in the first