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#politics
Forbes: State Street Drops Corporate Board Diversity Requirement: Here Are All The Companies Cutting DEI Programs
State Street has dropped its diversity targets for corporate boards, aligning with a broader trend among companies to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) measures in response to political pressures, particularly from the Trump administration. Other firms, including Warner Bros. Discovery and Goldman Sachs, have also scaled back or eliminated DEI initiatives, citing legal developments and changing regulations.
Conversely, some companies like Costco and Delta Airlines have reaffirmed their commitment to DEI, rejecting proposals to review or curtail their initiatives. Apple CEO Tim Cook indicated that while some DEI policies may need adjustments for legal compliance, the company remains committed to fostering a culture of belonging.
Breitbart: Marlow: Musk Thinks Half of Government Is Waste and There's Proof Backing Him Up
Alex Marlow, host of Fox News' "Ingraham Angle," highlighted Elon Musk's view that half of government spending is wasteful. He criticized the rapid dismissal of a scandal involving taxpayer money funneled to a Stacey Abrams-funded NGO, which reportedly turned $100 into $2 billion.
Marlow defended Musk against claims of a Nazi salute, arguing that such accusations are unfounded and stem from opposition to Musk's critiques of government bureaucracy.
#society
Breitbart: Disney-Marvel Star Pedro Pascal Mocks Fans Upset with Extremist Pro-Transgender Message
Pedro Pascal, star of HBO's The Last of Us, has faced backlash for his pro-transgender Instagram post, where he expressed indifference to fans unfollowing him. He criticized those who oppose transgender rights, calling them "vile" and "pathetic."
Despite the criticism, Pascal remains unapologetic, responding sarcastically to discontented fans. He continues to support transgender issues while preparing for major roles in upcoming Disney films.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: Hamas says it rejects Israel’s ‘formulation’ of extending first Gaza ceasefire phase
Hamas has rejected Israel's proposal to extend the first phase of a hostage-ceasefire deal, with no current negotiations for a second phase. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is consulting with senior officials on the situation, while Hamas accuses Israel of delaying progress and violating the agreement.
The second phase is intended to lead to a permanent end to the conflict, including the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Israeli officials have indicated a willingness to resume fighting if necessary, emphasizing that Hamas will not have a role in Gaza's future governance.
Fox News: Treasury sec reveals Zelenskyy nixed Trump's mineral deal twice prior to Oval Office blowup
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for refusing to sign a minerals deal with the U.S., calling it a significant diplomatic failure. The deal would have exchanged U.S. aid for rare earth minerals from Ukraine.
Bessent noted that Zelenskyy declined to finalize the agreement during meetings with U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Following a tense interaction with Trump and Vance, Zelenskyy expressed a desire for peace while acknowledging the need for continued support from the U.S.
#culture
Breitbart: Kim Basinger on Intimacy Coordinators: 'I Don’t See All of this Need'
Actress Kim Basinger expressed skepticism about the role of intimacy coordinators in film, comparing them to "supervised visits" and questioning the need for their presence during intimate scenes. She believes that actors should communicate directly to ensure comfort without external supervision.
Similarly, Mikey Madison and Michael Douglas shared their views, with Madison opting out of an intimacy coordinator on her set, while Douglas noted that the presence of coordinators might stifle creativity. He emphasized the importance of communication between actors to maintain comfort during intimate scenes.
Times Of Israel: Daily Briefing Mar. 1: Day 512 – All that is Jewish and controversial at the Oscars
Film critic Jordan Hoffman discusses potential Oscar contenders related to Israel and Jewish themes in a bonus episode of The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing. He offers insights on films like “September 5” and “A Real Pain,” while expressing reservations about “The Brutalist.”
Hoffman also examines the implications of a Palestinian/Jewish Israeli co-production, noting its lack of true coexistence messaging. The episode highlights the intersection of current events and film narratives.