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EEOC Chief Shifts Focus to Investigating DEI but the Methods Provoke an Outcry
The acting chief of the top federal agency for protecting worker rights has signaled a pivot to stamp out diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the private and public sectors.
Answering Your Questions about President Trump's Vast New Tariffs
Donald Trump followed through on his tariff threats by declaring a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the United States.
Measuring the Cost of Extending Trump's Tax Cuts Becomes a Flashpoint in Congress
An obscure but consequential bookkeeping matter has become the latest flashpoint in Congress as Republicans labor to enact President Donald Trump's sprawling tax cut agenda.
Trump is Set to Announce 'Reciprocal' Tariffs in a Risky Move that Could Reshape the Economy
After weeks of White House hype and public anxiety, President Donald Trump is set Wednesday to announce a barrage of self-described "reciprocal" tariffs on friend and foe alike.
No Batteries? Thinner Packaging? US Businesses Look for Ways to Offset Tariffs
The economic environment in which the president has imposed, threatened and occasionally postponed repeated rounds of tariffs is more precarious than during his first term.
A Senate Vote to Reverse Trump's Tariffs on Canada is Testing Republican Support
With President Donald Trump's so-called "Liberation Day" of tariff implementation fast approaching, Senate Democrats are putting Republican support for some of those plans to the test.
Paris Hilton's Nonprofit Gives $25,000 Grants to Women-Owned Small Businesses Hit by the Eaton Fire
"These women are the backbone of their communities," the reality TV star said in a statement. "Through this powerful partnership, we're not just helping them rebuild — we're investing in their futures".
French Minister Denounces 'Diktat' as US Tries to Export Anti-DEI Push
A French minister accused U.S. diplomats of interfering in French companies with a letter reportedly saying that Donald Trump's rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives could also apply to them.
Sniffies Launches iOS App Store App
The popular social media website Sniffies has launched an app downloadable on the iOS App Store.
Apple Shareholders Reject Proposal to Scrap Company's Diversity Programs
Apple shareholders rebuffed an attempt to pressure the technology trendsetter into joining President Donald Trump's push to scrub corporate programs designed to diversify its workforce.
Differences Bubble Up Between PepsiCo and Coca-Cola on Diversity Programs
PepsiCo confirmed Friday that it's ending some of its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, even as rival Coca-Cola voiced support for its own inclusion efforts.
Microsoft Shutting Down Skype in May
Microsoft is closing down Skype, the video-calling service it bought for $8.5 billion in 2011, which had helped spark a transformation in how people communicate online.
Florida Files Suit Against Target, Claiming DEI Initiatives 'Misled Investors'
Florida's new attorney general filed a federal court lawsuit against Target on Thursday, claiming the discount store chain "misled investors" by promoting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Adult Male Star Owen Hawk Claims Sensational Allegations Have Ruined His Career
Sensational accusations against adult male performer Owen Hawk, including he nearly killed a dog with crystal meth, have leveled his career, according to a report in The Independent.
Google Scraps Diversity Hiring Goals as It Complies with Trump's New Government Contractor Rules
Google is scrapping some of its diversity hiring targets, joining a lengthening list of U.S. companies that have abandoned or scaled back their diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
SuperQueer Designer Willy Chavarria Wows Paris with Political Statement, and Collaborates with Kendrick Lamar Ahead of Super Bowl
Queer fashion designer Willy Chavarria is having a moment.
Target's DEI Rollback Raises Questions About the Retail Giant's Philanthropic Commitments
Target's rollback on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives is raising questions about the retail giant's philanthropic commitment to fighting racial disparities and promoting progressive values in liberal Minneapolis, where it is based, and beyond.
Which US Companies Are Pulling Back on Diversity Initiatives?
A number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd in 2020.
Target Is Ending Its Diversity Goals as a Strong DEI Opponent Occupies the White House
Discount store chain Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists.
Costco Defends its Diversity Policies as Other US Companies Scale theirs Back
Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices.