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Artificial Intelligence Friends'

Artificial intelligence companionship is rapidly growing in popularity and may soon become mainstream. [ more ]

TechCrunch

1 week ago

Women in AI: Rachel Coldicutt researches how technology impacts society | TechCrunch

Highlighting remarkable women in AI through TechCrunch profiles. [ more ]

Artforum

3 days ago

Black Lives Matter

NADIM SAMMAN

The exhibition 'Poetics of Encryption' curated by Nadim Samman at KW Institute for Contemporary Art explores the impact of emerging technology on society and emphasizes the importance of not losing sight of the human element amidst technological advancements. [ more ]

4 months ago

It's already time to think about an AI tax

Jobs will be displaced or erased by the next chapter of the tech revolution

Companies must share the social costs [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Duke of Westminster launches co-working space to help charities stay in central London

A new co-working space called Fivefields has been launched in central London specifically for charities and social impact organizations.

The Duke of Westminster's Westminster Foundation will offer grant funding of up to 50% of the membership costs for charities using the space. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

5 months ago

Relative Arts showcases indigenous art forms

Relative Arts is a brick-and-mortar store in the East Village that celebrates indigenous vendors, contemporary artists, and designers.

The store hosts events and fosters empowerment and connection within the indigenous community.

Relative Arts supports the Indigenous Futurism movement and commits to social impact through T-shirt campaigns. [ more ]

Document Journal

5 months ago

In the Skateroom with Michele Lamy and Charles-Antoine Bodson

MichÃ¨le Lamy collaborates with the Skateroom on a collection of art decks featuring photos of herself by Juergen Teller

The revenue from the decks will go towards providing skate parks in refugee camps

Lamy emphasizes skateboarding as a revolutionary act [ more ]

moresocial impact

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Players React to Owner's $50M Pledge: 'If These Guys Make It, It's Going to be Really Good for the Community'

The Los Angeles Dodgers owner announced a $50 million donation to LADF and promised an additional $50 million if the team reaches the World Series in 2024. [ more ]

Poynter

1 week ago

Media industry

Hannah Dreier wins Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting for investigative stories into migrant child labor - Poynter

Hannah Dreier won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting for her stories on migrant child labor in the U.S. [ more ]

The Nation

Media industry

Climate Change Isn't Child's Play

Support independent journalism for truth, accountability, and justice. [ more ]

NPR.org

6 years ago

Media industry

The Psychology Of Fake News

Fake news is now a subject of scientific research, examining its impact on individuals, institutions, and society. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Women in AI: Tara Chklovski is teaching the next generation of AI innovators | TechCrunch

Highlighting remarkable women in AI through TechCrunch profiles. [ more ]

Design You Trust - Design Daily Since 2007

3 weeks ago

Photographer Yulia Taits Continues Her 'Porcelain Beauty' Photo Series Featuring People With Albinism, Aided by AI

Yulia Taits utilized AI to broaden the reach of her 'Porcelain Beauty' project, transforming her initial uncertainty into new possibilities for creativity. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Op-Ed | To build an equitable AI industry, we need Empire AI | amNewYork

AI is shaping various sectors like healthcare, finance, and education, and diversity in tech is crucial for creating products that meet societal needs.

The future of AI development depends on diversity, as biases in AI technologies stem from the lack of representation and can perpetuate discrimination. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 days ago

Cars

Protesters vow to keep up pressure on Tesla as it expands German gigafactory

Environmental protesters continue to pressure Tesla amidst expansion plans in Berlin, despite local approval and future growth projections. [ more ]

Itsnicethat

2 days ago

Graphic design

Coco Capitan, Genie Espinosa, Greg Bunbury: Tickets now available for June's Nicer Tuesdays!

A diverse lineup of creatives in the June edition of Nicer Tuesdays event, featuring artists specializing in text-based art, graphic design for social impact, and bold illustrations. [ more ]

euronews

Video. Serbia mourns: vigil for victims of historic school shooting

The traumatic effects of the first school shooting in Serbia are widespread, affecting students, families, and the nation as a whole. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Schools should bond communities: faith schools divide them. Why are ministers making that worse? | Simon Jenkins

Ending the faith-based school admissions cap proposed to encourage the creation of exclusive faith schools, despite opposition and concerns about promoting religious discrimination. [ more ]

Advocate.com

An Owasso High School graduate is exposing anti-LGBTQ+ bullying after Nex Benedict's death

Failure to prevent bullying in high school led to tragic death. Impact of toxic environment on LGBTQ+ students highlighted. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Smith College students protest for divestment, occupy hall

Students at Smith College are occupying the main administrative building demanding divestment from weapons manufacturers supplying Israel.

Approximately 50 students are participating in the protest, causing disruptions to college activities and services. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Black Lives Matter

Today's campus protests not as big or violent as last century

Protests today are influenced by historical movements like the anti-Vietnam War protests of the 1960s and 70s. [ more ]

Advocate.com

Black Lives Matter

Suspect in killing of Black trans man Righteous Torrence 'TK' Hill identified by police

Despite identifying a suspect, the police have not yet arrested anyone in connection with the fatal shooting of Black transgender man Righteous Torrence 'TK' Hill. [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

3 weeks ago

concentrico 10 visualizes the future of cities with twenty interventions in logrono, spain

ConcÃ©ntrico 10 in LogroÃ±o showcases 20 interventions exploring urban design and the future of cities, involving over 100 professionals from 17 different nationalities. [ more ]

Independent

4 weeks ago

The baby milk culture wars: "A formula feeding mother is only ever recognised as a sign of a failed breastfeeding policy"

Irish supermarket Aldi launches own-brand infant formula amid high prices of leading brands, impacting financially strained mothers. [ more ]

Remodelista

4 weeks ago

Quick Takes With: Byron and Dexter Peart - Remodelista

Goodee promotes globally made wares for social and environmental good, preserving traditional skills and supporting local makers. [ more ]

Funcheap

Film

67th San Francisco International Film Festival (April 24-28)

The San Francisco International Film Festival showcases innovative films globally and from Bay Area filmmakers, deeply rooted in film culture and social impact. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Scorned Man Threatens Former Dates With Lawsuits Over Poor Facebook Feedback

Dating apps can lead to issues post-meeting, including being discussed in online groups.

Legal actions due to online posts have consequences beyond the initial situation. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn

BKLYN Sauce: Piste Academy

Fencing teaches discipline, goal orientation, and focus.

PISTE Academy offers free classes and equipment to eliminate barriers. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Venture

Jobs for the Future's new $50M fund looks to invest in underrepresented founders | TechCrunch

JFFVentures Fund II targets HR, education, and workforce solutions for economic mobility

Impact-focused VC funds like JFFVentures Fund II are gaining traction in the investment market [ more ]

Time Out London

London

This neighbourhood is officially the loneliest in London

London has areas with high loneliness rates, particularly affecting young people.

Young women and renters are disproportionately affected by loneliness in central London. [ more ]

BBC News

London

Key workers fear 'social cleansing' from London homes with rent rise

Key workers face potential rent increase up to 9% in London by Peabody housing association.

Concerns raised about affordability for key workers in former Crown Estate homes. [ more ]

ESPN.com

3 months ago

London

London names train line after 'inspiring' Lionesses

The Lionesses have had an overground train line named after them in London.

The renaming of the train lines is meant to educate visitors about the city and reflect its history and cultural diversity. [ more ]

WIRED

Marketing

No One Knows What TikTok Is

Social fabric impact: TikTok serves as a community and income source for many young people.

Implications for youth engagement: Lack of awareness about congress among young TikTok users is concerning. [ more ]

InfoQ

Career

Socially Responsible Companies - Do We All HAVE to Change the World?

Exploring relationship between for-profit companies and social impact

Importance of creating a positive change through social responsibility [ more ]

Nature

Career

How to find meaning in your science career: six expert tips

Researchers are shifting towards work that has social or economic impact.

Younger generations prioritize work that aligns with their values. [ more ]

time.com

3 months ago

Career

Mars CEO: Your People Are Your Biggest AssetShow Them You Mean It

The expectations of employees have changed, and they are now asking employers about the impact they are making on society.

Businesses need to attract and retain the right talent by providing a culture where everyone can thrive, investing in skills and development, and demonstrating how business can do well and do good. [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine