California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing increased pressure to use his authority to unilaterally enact proposals that would dole out billions of dollars to Black residents in reparations as a way to make amends for slavery if the state legislature doesn’t act. The California Reparations Task Force, which was created by state legislation in 2020, … Read more
There’s an estimated 10,000 tonnes of uncollected trash piling up on the streets of the French capital, as unions call for more weekend protests and strike action against controversial pension reforms. Hundreds of people have been arrested in Paris after two nights of protests, according to the Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin, while demonstrations spread to Rennes, … Read more
The UK treasury is set to unveil its latest budget aimed at encouraging thousands of Britons back to work in the face of labour shortages and a cost-of-living crisis. “Support will be focused on people with disabilities and long-term illnesses, parents, the over-fifties and those on Universal Credit”, the Treasury said. UK Finance Minister Jeremy … Read more
Biden announces new executive action on guns In Monterey Park, California, the scene of a mass shooting that took 11 lives and injured nine others, President Biden announced new executive action he’s taking on gun control, focusing on background checks and red flag laws. Source link
While Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan presumably spent Monday recovering from their historic Oscar wins, Disney+ posted the first trailer for “American Born Chinese,” a new series that reunites them with fellow “Everything Everywhere” stars Stephanie Hsu and James Hong. The series follows teenager Jin Wang (Ben Wang) as he navigates the daily challenges … Read more
For adventurers, adrenaline junkies, and now, social media influencers, action cameras are a must-have accessory. We pitted the DJI Osmo Action 3 against the GoPro Hero 11 to see which one you should buy if you’re looking to immortalize that diving trip, ski jump, or that bungee leap off a bridge for your oh-so-jealous friends. … Read more
Lady Gaga came to the rescue on Oscar night. People magazine shared video of the Oscar performer walking the carpet into the ceremony and passing a man with a camera. Just as they cross paths, the photographer stumbles and can be heard hitting the ground. Gaga noticed, turned and rushed back to help him up. … Read more