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NYC politics

Mayor Adams loses emergency migrant access | Flipboard

NYC Comptroller Brad Lander has stripped the mayor of emergency migrant contracting powers.

This move is seen as a significant shift in power dynamics within the city government. [ more ]

nybooks 5 months ago

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The New York Review of Books

Books

Hit Me, Baby | Namwali Serpell

There is a trend of novels written by young women with similar plotlines

These novels explore power dynamics and relationships

The female protagonists often find self-mastery through their relationships [ more ]

The New York Review of Books

Books

Hit Me, Baby | Namwali Serpell

There is a trend of novels written by young women with similar plotlines

These novels explore power dynamics and relationships

The female protagonists often find self-mastery through their relationships [ more ]

morepower dynamics

www.aljazeera.com

4 days ago

Europe news

What does Russian president's fifth term mean for the world?

Vladimir Putin maintains a strong grip on power in Russia amidst strained relations with the West over the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Europe news

Slovakia election: pro-EU diplomat beats ally of populist PM to set up runoff for presidency

Ivan Korcok wins first round of presidential election in Slovakia

Opposition seeks counterbalance to Prime Minister Robert Fico's power [ more ]

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Europe news

Vladimir Putin aspires to rule Russia for 30 years by running in an election without competitors

Vladimir Putin confirms he will run for a fifth presidential term in the Russian elections in March 2024.

Putin is expected to win with little opposition, potentially matching Stalin's three-decade grip on power. [ more ]

Intelligencer

4 days ago

NYC politics

Kathy Hochul's Show of Power

Governor Hochul asserts power and success in passing the significant New York state budget, prioritizing her policies effectively. [ more ]

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NYC politics

Chris Cuomo accused of sending explicit texts to former CNN colleague

Former CNN host Chris Cuomo is accused of sending explicit texts to colleague Angela Rye after she posted a bikini picture on social media.

Rye describes the incident as one of the most embarrassing and humiliating experiences she had. [ more ]

Silver Screen and Roll

1 week ago

LA Lakers

Report: Darvin Ham's firing 'not a LeBron James issue'

LeBron James wields significant power within the Lakers organization. [ more ]

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1 week ago

World news

Hamas and Fatah Officials, Longtime Rivals, Met in China

China is positioning itself as a peacemaker by engaging with Palestinian factions and other global conflicts. [ more ]

nordicinst 5 months ago

New York Times @nytimes: For Biden, a Subtle Shift in the Power Balance With China's Xi Jinping. #aistrategy #AI #aiact https://t.co/ky98J8SLuP

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World news

For Biden, a Subtle Shift in the Power Balance With China's Xi Jinping

Chinese leader Xi Jinping sought American financial investments and a break in technology export controls from President Biden.

The summit resulted in potential breakthroughs on stopping the flow of fentanyl and resuming military-to-military communications.

The question remains whether Xi's charm offensive is a lasting shift or a tactical maneuver. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

World news

For Biden, a Subtle Shift in the Power Balance With China's Xi Jinping

Chinese leader Xi Jinping sought American financial investments and a break in technology export controls from President Biden.

The summit resulted in potential breakthroughs on stopping the flow of fentanyl and resuming military-to-military communications.

The question remains whether Xi's charm offensive is a lasting shift or a tactical maneuver. [ more ]

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Real Madrid

Real Madrid vs Man City: The results of their last 10 meetings

Real Madrid and Manchester City's shift in power dynamics since 2012

Memorable past encounters between the two clubs [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Sexism And Harassment In Biglaw Are Nothing New

Pressure to stay in toxic work environments in Biglaw firms

Impact of toxic work culture on individual's professional growth and well-being [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

It Takes Two To Make Money! - See Also

Top Biglaw M&A Lawyers

Missouri's misunderstanding of the First Amendment [ more ]

Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights

Cryptocurrency

Decentralization and Localized Manufacturing: Bitcoin, AI and 3D printing

New technologies have historically disrupted the dominant powers of their time.

Advances such as the printing press and microprocessor have led to significant shifts in power structures. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cryptocurrency

After the ETF: Bitcoin's Coming Power Struggle

Large institutions like BlackRock and Goldman Sachs entering the bitcoin market through spot ETF approvals.

The entry of these institutions may lead to a struggle for the future of Bitcoin, similar to the Blocksize Wars.

There is a tension between the crypto industry's desire for acceptance by traditional finance and the concern that it could undermine its disruptive ethos. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Data science

On college football: New CFP revenue model puts Big 12 on equal footing with ACC (when they are, in fact, very different)

The new College Football Playoff revenue model heavily favors the Big Ten and SEC over the Big 12 and ACC.

The revenue distribution disparity is a significant indicator of the changing power dynamics in college football. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

Artificial intelligence

How AI Features Can Change Team Dynamics

AI-powered feedback tools like 'AI companion' and 'Copilot' are seamlessly integrated into familiar platforms for enhanced productivity.

Outsourcing listening to AI could lead to efficient meetings but lack of understanding and commitment to act, impacting power dynamics and knowledge sharing. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Artificial intelligence

Welsh workers' AI experiences shaped by uneven power dynamics | Computer Weekly

Power dynamics at work hinder workers' ability to challenge AI in the workplace.

Limited access to information and exclusion from decision-making processes undermine workers' negotiations with employers regarding AI. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Artificial intelligence

Opinion | Can Elon Musk Really Do That?

Elon Musk's recent statement about potentially developing technologies outside of Tesla if he doesn't have 25% of the voting shares has sparked discussions about corporate governance and fiduciary duty.

Musk's threat brings attention to the power dynamics between corporations, their boards, and their executives, highlighting the need for clarity in roles and responsibilities. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

In Britain's degraded politics, fighting racism has become a cynical game | Gary Younge

Racism is a distraction from important work and self-worth.

Racism is about power and equality, not politeness. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

Councillors warn of threat to local democracy' in England after budget cuts forced on Nottingham

Local democracy in financially stricken cities is threatened by lack of control over budget decisions.

Government-appointed commissioners and senior officers have usurped power from elected councillors in Nottingham city council. [ more ]

San Francisco Bay Times

SF LGBT

Six LGBTQ Films Available in March - San Francisco Bay Times

Exploration of queer history through documentaries like Gay USA

Drama film Borrowed delves into complex power dynamics and relationships [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Social justice

Philanthropy and Social Justice: A Conversation with Deepak Bhargava - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Deepak Bhargava's motivation for joining JPB Foundation is driven by the belief that social movements' gains are at risk due to current threats on democracy.

Bhargava emphasizes the importance of power dynamics in society and the role of philanthropy in supporting movement strategies. [ more ]

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Film

A Film with Something to Say: Matt Vesely on Monolith | Interviews | Roger Ebert

The film explores parasocial relationships and the power dynamics of storytelling

The collaboration process in developing the film was rewarding and focused on working within a small budget [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

3 Progressive N.Y. City Council Members Lose Roles as Committee Chairs

Three progressive members of the New York City Council were stripped of their committee chairmanships, raising concerns of retaliation.

The members voted against the city's budget due to unnecessary spending cuts that would harm vulnerable New Yorkers. [ more ]

Medium

4 months ago

Design

The buzzwordification of Co-Design

Co-design is often seen as a solution for community engagement and social change, but it can reproduce whiteness and coloniality.

It is important to understand the historical roots and diverse narratives of co-design to create more inclusive and community-driven outcomes. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

4 months ago

US politics

I miss my name': Giuliani verdict lays bare limits of defamation law

Ruby Freeman and her daughter testified about the harm caused by false election fraud accusations made by Rudy Giuliani and Donald Trump.

The case highlights the power dynamics at play when influential figures use false accusations to ruin the lives of ordinary people. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

4 months ago

Education

Why Campus Disputes Like the College Presidents' Debacle Keep Happening

Three university presidents faced disastrous congressional testimony regarding their institutions' speech policies in response to campus antisemitism.

The incident highlights power dynamics and conservative attacks on higher education to undermine diversity and free speech. [ more ]

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