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(Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty Images for Crown Royal ) Legendary Texas rapper Bun B is celebrated not only for his solo career but also as one half of the iconic hip-hop duo, Underground Kingz (UGK). His influence extends far beyond Texas, with the Pimp C coined “country rap tunes” sound reaching the masses. His prominence […]
The business case for diversity has never been stronger but to reap its benefits we also need equity and inclusion. In 2021, Yara’s Black Talent Initiative embarked on the road to eliminating racial discrimination and making Yara a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and others in […]
Movies and television are often an escape from and a reflection of life unfolding. They also can play an outsize role in shaping and reinforcing cultural beliefs and attitudes about race, both in the United States and internationally. Yet for the thousands of people who toil in a range of on- and off-screen positions in […]
theodp writes: In a panel on AI at the Paris Peace Forum just 10 days ago, Microsoft President Brad Smith gave Meta Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun a lecture on the importance of OpenAI’s nonprofit independence. “Meta is owned by shareholders,” Smith argued. “OpenAI is owned by . . .
President Biden has recently signed an Executive Order to ensure that the United States leads in harnessing the potential and managing the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). The order also prioritizes the quick recruitment of AI professionals through a government-wide AI talent surge led by the Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Digital Service, U.S. […]
President Biden has recently signed an Executive Order to ensure that the United States leads in harnessing the potential and managing the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). The order also prioritizes the quick recruitment of AI professionals through a government-wide AI talent surge led by the Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Digital Service, U.S. […]
by Rafael Pena October 27, 2023 According to a report by the Metro Times on Oct. 24, the “Be The Change” campaign, an initiative to enhance . . .
Dartmouth president Sian Beilock knows difficult conversations don’t come naturally. Stuart Isett/FORTUNE Good afternoon. Colleges and universities, particularly Ivy Leagues, are critical in populating corporate America’s entry-level talent pipeline. In short, diverse educational institutions generate increasingly diverse workforces. The Supreme Court’s June reversal of affirmative action, prohibiting race-based decisions in college admissions, could have substantial […]
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has won the hearts of the netizens after sharing a video of his hidden musical talent. During the launch of the Global Music Diplomacy Initiative on 27 September, Blinken sang the 1954 song Hoochie Coochie Man. The US Secretary also shared the video of him singing and playing guitar […]
Human Rights Campaign Foundation presents The Equality Ball, in association with Beeline Productions and the Shady Gang, in partnership with Palms Casino Resort, and with support from BeyGOOD Foundation—are proud to bring authentic ballroom culture to Las Vegas. The Equality Ball will be on August 27, 2023, with preliminary performances from 8pm-12am and the ballroom program […]