Upon stepping into the vibrant streets of Casablanca for the first time, Lisa Abend found herself on a unique quest. With no phone to guide her, no internet to rely on, and even without printed guides, she embarked on a journey aimed at rediscovering the lost art of wandering and embracing serendipity. Lost in Translation
Renowned media critic Robert W. McChesney passed away at the age of 72, leaving behind a profound legacy in the realm of communication studies and journalism ethics. His insightful critiques of corporate media ownership and online information dominance by tech giants like Facebook and Google have reverberated through academic circles and public discourse for years.
The world of cryptocurrency was once again thrown into the spotlight as the Justice Department made a significant announcement. In a surprising move, the department revealed its decision to disband a specialized unit dedicated to investigating cryptocurrency-related crimes. This decision marks a notable shift in the government’s approach to regulating digital currencies. As news of
— The Changing Tide In a surprising turn of events, the Justice Department has made a significant decision to disband its unit responsible for investigating cryptocurrency-related crimes. This move marks a notable shift in the regulatory approach towards the crypto industry under the Trump administration. Criticism and Denouncement Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche took a
Robert W. McChesney, a distinguished media critic whose name resonated in the realms of journalism and academia, breathed his last on March 25 at the age of 72. The battle he fought throughout his life was against the rising dominance of corporate entities in the media landscape, which he believed posed a severe threat to
President Trump’s recent implementation of 25 percent tariffs on imported vehicles has caused a significant stir in the auto industry. The effects are already being felt as carmakers react to the new trade regulations by adjusting their operations, impacting not just their bottom line but also the workers involved in the production process. Industry Response
Tech executives spare no expense in wooing President Trump for favors, seeking influence over regulations and tariffs. The biggest names in the industry, from Mark Zuckerberg to Jeff Bezos, spared no expense or effort when it came to currying favor with the president. Inauguration donations, exclusive dinners at Mar-a-Lago, and public displays of support were
Google, the tech titan from Silicon Valley, recently made a significant shift in its internal communication policies regarding the ongoing antitrust case it faced. Initially, Google had imposed strict restrictions on its employees, prohibiting them from discussing any details related to the high-profile legal battle that the company was embroiled in. However, a recent development
President Trump thought he had a winning plan to rescue TikTok, the wildly popular video app caught in the crosshairs of international intrigue. Last Wednesday, hope was on the horizon as ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, American investors, and U.S. officials were inching towards an agreement that could safeguard TikTok from being banned in the
Upon losing a significant antitrust trial, Google initially enforced strict silence among its employees regarding the case. However, after multiple reminders from Kent Walker, the company’s top lawyer, that communication on the matter was prohibited, Google recently made a pivotal shift in its stance. In a recent development, Google reached a settlement with the Alphabet