At Brown University, the debate over divesting from Israel has ignited a firestorm of opinions and actions. Last spring, billionaire Barry Sternlicht halted donations to his alma mater after the administration agreed to consider divestment. In August, 24 Republican state attorneys general warned aga
The recent controversy surrounding the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has highlighted a critical issue in governance - transparency. The state's attorney general office found that the board's chairperson, Craven, failed to provide sufficient notice of a panel discussion on
In the midst of the 2016 U.S. presidential election, a group of high-profile Hollywood actors joined forces to create an unusual political ad. Directed by Joss Whedon, the video titled "Important" featured prominent stars like Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr., who wanted to re
Social justice activism has become a staple of elite culture, with celebrities and billionaires championing causes like racial equality and environmental protection. However, despite their good intentions, these efforts often fail to make a meaningful impact on the issues they aim to address. Sociol
In the world of entertainment, dealing with toxic fans has become a significant challenge. Executives and creators often attempt to navigate these difficult situations by amplifying positive voices and avoiding provocative actions that might exacerbate negative reactions. Focus groups, comprised of
A disturbing event unfolded at a Queens sports bar recently. A man, sporting pink pants and a black T-shirt, ripped down an LGBTQ pride flag. This was more than just property damage; it struck fear into the hearts of those who saw it as a personal assault on their identity. The suspect, a white man
The armed civilian who helped take out two terrorists that killed at least seven people in Tel Aviv on Tuesday has been identified as a survivor of the Nova Music Festival in southern Israel on October 7. According to reports, Lev Kreitman, an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reservist, sprang into actio
Sometimes, you have to start from scratch to make something amazing. Sometimes, you already have most of the ingredients, but you have to do some improvising to make the thing sing. Until today, TechCrunch was in the latter camp. Top reporters who know how to get to the bottom of a story? Check. Mus
OpenAI, the AI company co-founded by Elon Musk, has just scored a massive $6.6 billion in funding. This puts its value at an astonishing $157 billion, making it the priciest startup on the planet. The investors? Big names like Thrive Capital, Microsoft, and Nvidia. But here's where things get intere
When Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, was asked about Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday during his campaign stop in Wisconsin, he didn't hold back. He called Democratic President Joe Biden "the worst president" and surprisingly praised Carter as "the happiest man." This unusual pra
