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From Vox. We live in a culture obsessed with hope. We are trained to believe that being hopeful is the key to success. Stay positive. The sun will come out tomorrow. Keep the faith. But maintaining that kind of blind hope is hard. When our hopes are dashed, we often feel defeated. In a world…
From The Economist. The price of rice in Japan has more than doubled in the past year. While some are blaming the shortage on the influx of foreign tourists, Ethan Wu, our Asia business and finance editor, explains why it is really Japan’s broken production system that is to blame
From Cheddar. Next rescue team? A beetle with a backpack. Researchers in Australia are turning bugs into search-and-rescue tools by attaching microchip backpacks that let responders guide them through rubble using video game controllers. These beetles can climb, crawl, and reach places robots still can’t, potentially helping locate disaster survivors in hours, not days. Connect…
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From Business Insider. AriZona Beverages iced tea cans have cost 99¢ since the company was founded more than 30 years ago. But if the price were adjusted for inflation, those cans would be around $2.30 today. The company was founded by Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito in 1992, and back then, the competition was stiff…
From The New York Times. Film and text by Lutz Stautner: When I first heard Ludwig Berger’s recordings of a melting glacier, I could hardly believe they were real. They reflected what I’d long associated with glaciers: complexity, excitement, life. By approaching the glacier through sound, by making it seem alive, Berger gave me a…
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From 60 Minutes. From 1998, Morley Safer’s report on the secrets of submarine spying during the Cold War. From 1973, Mike Wallace’s report on the U.S. Navy’s submarine development program. From 2016, David Martin’s in-depth look at the U.S. nuclear arsenal. From 2019, Martin’s look at NATO forces deployed on the Norwegian border with Russia.…
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From Cheddar. Mark Spoonauer, Global Editor-in-Chief at Tom’s Guide, breaks down Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event, highlighting the latest hardware and AI-powered updates. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From The Economist. Does America need permission to bomb another country? Allies used to insist presidents seek UN approval before military action. However as David Rennie, our geopolitics editor, argues, they are increasingly tolerating Donald Trump’s Lone-Ranger, vigilante methods
From Wired. Formula 1 drivers Alex Albon, Oliver Bearman, Isak Hadjar, Liam Lawson, Esteban Ocon, and Carlos Sainz Jr visit WIRED to answer the internet’s most asked questions about the world of F1. Why are F1 tires smooth? Do F1 drivers drive with both feet? Is F1 better than NASCAR? What F1 drivers are in…
From Cheddar. In this episode of Big Business This Week J.D. Durkin is joined by Axios media reporter Kerry Flynn to unpack the biggest business stories making headlines. The two dive into the surprising resignation of Linda Yaccarino, the latest developments around a U.S.-specific version of TikTok and artificial intelligence being integrated in the classroom.…
From Bloomberg. Sonali Basak reminisces about being told by the president of a major investment bank that “there’s no place for women here.” Sherrese Clarke, CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners, explains why she thinks that mindset is still baked into the industry. Watch the full episode of Bullish on the Bloomberg app https://bloom.bg/4n4Ih9l ——– Like…
From Wall Street Journal. Kirkenes, a Norwegian town on the border with Russia, has become a target for espionage operations. The town’s proximity to Russia and nearby NATO bases has made it a target for Russian spies taking photos of military infrastructure, doing covert maritime intelligence operations and more. WSJ follows an agent from Norway’s…
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From The Atlantic. Since The Atlantic first released the podcast Autocracy in America last fall, Donald Trump was elected president again. Staff writer Anne Applebaum describes how Trump’s return to the White House fits into the changing geopolitical landscape as she hands the show over to its new host: Garry Kasparov. The former world chess…
From Bloomberg. Vietnam’s economy has become increasingly dependent on exports to the US. Reaching a trade deal with the Trump administration was arguably imperative for an economy that’s long benefited from the “China+1” strategy. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Vietnam’s export might 02:32 Post-war history 04:00 Why Trump targets Vietnam 04:45 Businesses react 08:07 “Bamboo diplomacy” balancing…
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From Cheddar. Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold7, its thinnest foldable yet with a redesigned hinge. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Cheddar. Elon Musk says Grok 4 is "the smartest AI in the world." Unveiled Wednesday night during a livestream on X, the new version of Musk’s chatbot claims to outperform PhD-level knowledge in every subject, “no exceptions.” The launch comes just hours after X CEO Linda Yaccarino stepped down and days after the bot…
From Insider. Scientists review scenes from movies and television and rate how realistic they are. Keren Elazari, an internationally recognized security analyst and researcher, analyzes 12 hacking scenes from shows and movies such as "Mr. Robot," "Skyfall," "Hackers," "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" (2011), "The Matrix Reloaded," and "Silicon Valley." Cosmologist and astrophysicist Paul…
From The Economist. Playing tennis? Or cricket? You’ll need a lawn for that. For centuries the lawn has been synonymous with British culture. But, as our culture correspondent explains, it seems Britons are giving up on their lawns.
From Bloomberg. Sonali Basak sits down with asset management leaders to talk about the DEI pushback in recent years and what they think the future of diversity in finance looks like. Watch the full episode of Bullish on the Bloomberg app https://bloom.bg/4n4Ih9l ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for $1.99/month…
From VICE News. Rick Caruso breaks down the harsh realities behind LA’s wildfire devastation, exposing how political failures, broken systems, and poor leadership turned a preventable disaster into a full-blown crisis. From the incompetence that left reservoirs empty to the private firefighting efforts that saved his village while others burned, Rick explains why preparation and…
From Wired. Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), David Corenswet (Superman/Clark Kent), and Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor) are joined by Director James Gunn to answer the internet’s 50 most searched for questions about the Man of Steel. Why is Lex Luthor bald? Does Lois Lane ever get to have super powers? Can Superman go back in time…
From Bloomberg. IM Academy promises a Wall Street education. But instead of riches, many of its young members say they have lost everything, beyond just money. Watch how the multi-level marketing maze unfolded in Bloomberg Investigates. ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for $1.99/month for the first 3 months: https://www.bloomberg.com/subscriptions?in_source=YoutubeOriginals…
From The Atlantic. In the United States and many other Western countries, the decision to have children or not is sometimes framed as a political affiliation: You’re either in league with conservative pronatalists, or you’re making the ultimate personal sacrifice to reduce your carbon footprint. But the declining global birth rate is a fact that…
From Wall Street Journal. WSJ’s Alexander Ward breaks down the relationship between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and how it’s only now showing signs of souring over an elusive peace deal in Ukraine.Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images; Getty Images #wsj #explainervideo #trump #putin #ukrainerussiawar
From Cheddar. Retail expert Trae Bodge shares top Prime Day tips, the best deals to grab, and smart shopping strategies to save big—during and beyond the event. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Cheddar. Who needs a desk plant when you can have a desk robot? Meet Reachy Mini: an 11-inch humanoid companion from Pollen Robotics and Hugging Face. It’s expressive, open-source so you can customize it, and you build it yourself. It’s now available for pre-order, with DIY kits starting at $299. Connect with Cheddar! On…
From The Economist. What does an arson attack on a warehouse in London have to do with the Russian Wagner Group? Of the five men convicted for the blaze none were Russian citizens. This is part of Vladimir Putin’s plan to cause trouble in the West.
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From Bloomberg. IM Academy sold a dream of financial freedom. But behind the luxury lifestyles and Instagram hype, thousands found themselves inside a multi-level marketing maze that left many broke and broken. Full story on Bloomberg Investigates. ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for $1.99/month for the first 3 months:…
From Cheddar. CFRA’s Angelo Zino joins us to unpack Meta’s Superintelligence Labs and what it means for the future of AI, innovation, and the company’s bold new direction. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Cheddar. AIRO CEO Joe Burns and Executive Chairman Chirinjeev Kathuria talks the future of aerospace, drones, and urban air mobility through innovation and synergy. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Cheddar. Sinéad O’Sullivan explores ten strategic lessons from Taylor Swift’s empire in her new book Good Ideas and Power Moves—dropping September 9, 2025 Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Bloomberg. Anne Walsh, CIO of Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, tells Sonali Basak why bringing more women into the finance world isn’t just a goal — it’s her passion. Watch the full episode of Bullish on the Bloomberg app https://bloom.bg/4n4Ih9l ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for $1.99/month for the…
From Wall Street Journal. RFK Jr. says it is working with the food industry to remove synthetic food dyes from the food supply by the end of 2026. But dye makers say meeting this deadline safely could take more than six years. WSJ visited Sensient Technologies, one of the largest natural food color plants in…
From Bloomberg. IM Academy sold a dream of financial freedom. But behind the glitz and glamor, former members say it was a global multilevel-marketing maze that prioritized recruiting over trading. Led by a self-proclaimed trading guru, IM Academy wasn’t just promising a path to wealth, but a higher calling. While the IM leaders flaunted their…
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From The Atlantic. On this episode of The David Frum Show, The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with a warning about the deep implications of President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”—not only for Americans’ rights and freedoms, but also for the future of American economic strength. David argues that Trump’s budget and tax policies are…
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From The Economist. President Macron’s state visit to the UK suggests the countries are closer than they have been in years. But there are still frictions, as our Paris bureau chief, Sophie Pedder, explains
From Bloomberg. Citi CEO Jane Fraser opens up to Sonali Basak about what it’s like being the only woman leading a major US bank and shares her vision for the future of women in finance. Watch the full episode of Bullish on the Bloomberg app https://bloom.bg/4n4Ih9l ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access…
From Wired. World renowned DJ David Guetta joins WIRED to answer the internet’s burning questions about DJing. How do you learn to match beats like a DJ? What is it so powerful when DJs drop the beat? Do DJs practice their sets in advance? Whats the difference between DJing at a festival as opposed to…
From Wall Street Journal. The Kola Bay is emerging as one of Russia’s most powerful hubs in its quest to dominate the Arctic. This small stretch of water is where Moscow stores part of its icebreaker fleet and could mine for minerals and oil, export those resources and launch nuclear weapons. WSJ explores why Kola…
From Cheddar. TikTok is developing a new, U.S.-specific version of its app—internally called “M2”—with plans to launch it in American app stores on September 5, 2025. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe
From Bloomberg. Finance is an industry dominated by men, but women are rising and controlling more wealth globally. How did the women of Wall Street break through, and what’s changing now that they have? 00:00 Intro – Sonali Basak heads to Sedona, Arizona to golf with a power player in finance 00:46 Titles 00:53 Sonali…
From The New York Times. A New York Times analysis of videos and interviews with police, protesters and legal experts found that officers misused 40-mm sponge rounds at immigration-raid protests. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the…
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From The Economist. With Israel’s prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, heading to the White House, Donald Trump is hoping to announce an end to the war. Our deputy editor, Ed Carr, explains why it will depend on three factors #Israel #netanyahu #Gaza #DonaldTrump
From RETRO REPORT. Amanda Sandoval, a Retro Report Civics Fellow, uses Retro Report’s short docs as a tool to help her students become more engaged citizens. In a digital age where social media platforms are rife with misinformation, equip your students with engaging, factual, and unbiased educational resources. Visit bit.ly/RR-Reg to create your free account…
From Cheddar. This jet aims for zero net emissions—and looks cool doing it. Otto Aviation’s Phantom 3500 promises 90% lower emissions and 60% less fuel burn—decades ahead of industry targets. Test flights start in 2027, with service expected by 2030. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your…
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From Wall Street Journal. The opioid crisis continues to claim lives and devastate communities. A little-known powerful psychedelic called ibogaine has been touted for its remarkable ability to erase years of addiction and withdrawal in just one session. But ibogaine remains illegal in the U.S., causing thousands of Americans to cross borders into places like…
From Wall Street Journal. Many Florida homes can withstand category 5 hurricane winds, but not flooding. Babcock Ranch, a town near Fort Myers and Cape Coral, has stayed mostly unscathed during major storms like Hurricane Irma, Ian, Milton and Helene. WSJ spoke with the town’s engineer to uncover the hurricane-proofing designs that help protect it.…