The recent resignation of Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, the president of Columbia University, has sparked a wave of controversy and discussions on the Manhattan campus. Shafik stepped down after facing months of criticism over protests related to the war in Gaza. Her decision to resign came after being targeted by anti-war protesters and House Republicans in
In the short film “Really Good Driver,” directed by Alex Song-Xia, the audience is taken on a poignant journey exploring the complex dynamics between an Asian American mother and her grown-up child. The film premiered at the prestigious HollyShorts Film Festival, showcasing the talent and creativity of Song-Xia as a writer, director, and actor. Through
The Federal Trade Commission recently made a groundbreaking decision to ban marketers from using fake reviews to promote their products and services. The rise of AI technology has made it easier for companies to generate fake reviews, leading to a polluted marketplace and deceptive practices. The new rule aims to protect consumers from being misled
Starbucks recently made headlines by offering a lucrative compensation package to Brian Niccol, the incoming CEO and Chair. Niccol is transitioning from his previous role as chief executive at Chipotle Mexican Grill to lead Starbucks through a challenging period. The compensation package includes a substantial pay raise, one-time awards, and various incentives based on company
Social media influencer Molly-Mae Hague has recently announced her split from boxer Tommy Fury after being engaged for just over a year. The couple, who met on the reality show Love Island, welcomed their daughter Bambi in January, marking an important milestone in their relationship. However, less than a year after their engagement, the couple
The Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee, established in 2013 to investigate maternal deaths and near-misses, recently came under scrutiny for appointing an anti-abortion ob/gyn activist, Dr. Ingrid Skop, to a position originally designated for a rural community representative. Despite the committee’s aim to include advocates with lived experience, Dr. Skop was chosen over
The latest report by the Labor Department revealed that inflation rose as expected in July, mainly due to higher housing-related costs. The consumer price index showed a 0.2% increase for the month, resulting in a 12-month inflation rate of 2.9%. The core CPI, excluding food and energy, also saw a 0.2% monthly increase and a
Juan Soto made headlines with his first career three-homer game, leading the New York Yankees to a victory over the Chicago White Sox. Soto’s impressive performance included a two-run shot in the third inning, a leadoff homer in the fifth, and his 33rd homer of the season in the seventh inning. The 4-time All-Star left
The connection between Parkinson’s disease and dementia has long been a topic of concern in the medical community. Previous estimates suggested that up to 80 percent of individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s would go on to develop dementia within 15-20 years. However, recent research conducted by the University of Pennsylvania paints a different picture. According to
Google made waves in the tech world with the announcement of its latest Gemini Live feature at the Made By Google event. This innovative upgrade to the Gemini chatbot introduces voice capabilities, allowing users to engage in natural, flowing conversations with artificial intelligence. With Gemini Live, users can now interact with the chatbot without the