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- 1US Stands Alone in Ideological Objections to Pandemic Accord Wording●While the US was not the only nation to object to some of the wording, it was the only one who objected on ideological r
Negotiations over the global pandemic agreement have drawn objections from several countries on specific wording, but observers note the United States was unique in raising ideological rather than intellectual property concerns. Commenters are highlighting the contrast between the US stance and other nations' more technical objections, framing it as a sign of the politicisation of pandemic preparedness talks.
- 2Credit cards emerge as issue in Kansas Senate race▼How credit cards are playing into the Kansas Senate race The re-election race for Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, is the
Senator Roger Marshall's re-election campaign in Kansas has become a flashpoint over credit card policy, highlighting how the Trump era has unsettled the long-standing alliance between Republicans and the banking industry. Observers say the race offers the latest example of the party's shifting relationship with financial sector allies on issues like interchange fees and card regulation.
- 3DraftKings accused of using AI to target losing bettors●"Online sports betting company DraftKings is using AI to target customers who are most likely to place losing bets and r
Online sports betting company DraftKings is reported to be using AI to identify customers most likely to place losing bets and respond to gambling promotions. Critics describe the practice as a form of online behavioral advertising that personalizes promotions to vulnerable gamblers, raising concerns about predatory targeting and the ethics of AI-driven marketing in the gambling industry.
- 4New York museum exhibition explores dolls and fashion●A new exhibition at the Museum at FIT in New York City showcases more than 170 objects that trace the often-unexpected r
The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City has opened a new exhibition featuring more than 170 objects that trace the often-unexpected relationship between dolls and fashion. The show examines how dolls have reflected and influenced style history, drawing interest from fashion and history enthusiasts.
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Writer Glenn R. Miller sat down for an interview with journalist Deborah Kalb as part of her ongoing series of book Q&As, discussing his latest work and his approach to writing. The conversation covers his influences, creative process, and what readers can expect from the book.