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Television
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

'Alien: Earth' features a barefoot trillionaire. He echoes 'what's happening right now in the world,' says the actor who plays him.

Xenomorphs crash-land on Earth prompting a battle between companies over control, reflecting societal themes of power and individual agency.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

As Federal Chaos Ensues, Trustbusters Rise in the States

The Federal Trade Commission, under Trump-appointed chair Andrew Ferguson, cleared a merger between Omnicom Group and Interpublic Group, creating the world's largest advertising company, controlling over half of the industry.
US politics
Social justice
fromtime.com
1 month ago

We're Looking For Climate Solutions in the Wrong Places

Climate change is a symptom of an economic model driven by endless growth and corporate power, undermining environmental efforts.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Hochul's opponent spouts real estate rhetoric, too

"Is Delgado saying that businesses should not be able to buy, sell, rent, renovate, finance or otherwise invest in the housing market?"
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

National Review Condemns Trump for Acting Like a King' With Ominous Threat'

National Review criticized President Trump for overstepping authority, likening his ultimatum to Apple to that of a king—demanding production in the U.S. or else.
Apple
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on Labour's competition policy: don't let big tech set the agenda | Editorial

Governments chase private investment, but often overlook who actually benefits, risking the economy's growth and fairness.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Wells Fargo Wants to Privatize USPS. We Should Dismantle the Mega Bank Instead.

The Wells Fargo memo reveals a detailed plan for privatizing the USPS, which risks significant job cuts, service reductions, and increased rates for consumers.
Non-profit organizations
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Want to Stop Trump's Attacks on the NLRB? History Shows Strikes Are the Answer.

Protests alone may not suffice; a deeper understanding of historical context and broader actions are necessary to combat the current assaults on workers.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Corporate-Led Attack on Free Speech in Texas Meets Bipartisan Resistance

The reality is wealthy people don't need [first amendment protections], it's the little guy who needs them, and it doesn't matter if you're left or right.
SF politics
Canada news
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Canada's Liberal Party Will Face Down Trump. But Will It Address Inequality?

Canada's 2025 federal election results in a surprising Liberal minority government amidst economic crises and concerns about concentrated corporate power.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Researchers sound alarm: How a few secretive AI companies could crush free society

Companies developing AI may inadvertently boost their power and capabilities, risking societal harm.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
4 months ago

Some AI Talent 'In Despair' Reportedly About Google DeepMind's Noncompete Rules

DeepMind's noncompete clauses severely limit employee mobility in the AI field, impacting career growth.
Former DeepMind employees report distress over restrictive contracts that delay new job opportunities.
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