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googles partnership

Student Walkout at Stanford Hits Google CEO Over Military Contracts

June 16, 2026

In a surprising turn during a graduation speech, the head of Google walked into a quiet protest. The audience was his former classmates from Stanford’s engineering program, and about 200 of them left the hall while others shouted disapproval. The issue at hand is Google’s partnership with the Isr

art

Critics in Love: A New Take on Art Review

June 16, 2026

The idea that no statue ever honors a critic is false. A bronze plaque for Roger Ebert stands in Illinois, and other statues exist too. Yet critics often prefer a work that shows their role rather than just their likeness. House of Criticism shifts focus from one person to a pair: Jerry Saltz, a Ne

entertainment

Elmer the Mastodon’s Big Move and Other Local Headlines

June 16, 2026

A giant relic of the Ice Age, nicknamed Elmer by students at Oakland Community College, will leave its old home in Levinson Hall for a new exhibit at the Cranbrook Institute of Science. The move starts next week and will involve carefully disassembling the 10‑foot skeleton, shipping it to Bloomfield

politics

Iraq’s New Leader Heads to Washington to Drive Economic Growth

June 16, 2026

Prime Minister Ali al‑Zaidi plans a mid‑July trip to Washington, Washington, D. C. , aiming to strengthen ties with the United States and spark new trade and investment opportunities. He says the goal is to create a business climate that brings real benefits to Iraq’s economy and supports internal s

education

AI‑Driven “Vikram Betal” Brings Ancient Tales to Modern Classrooms

June 16, 2026

Historyverse, part of India’s Collective Studios, has revealed a fresh take on the classic Indian story of King Vikramaditya and the spirit Betal. The new version, called “Vikram Betal, ” will use artificial intelligence to bring the ancient folk tales to life. Birla Open Minds has joined as a knowl

politics

Older Power Holds the Reins

June 16, 2026

The newest book on age and politics shows that older people are not just staying in office longer; they also shape who gets elected, how money flows, and what laws pass. The author argues that the problem is not a single rule or law but a pattern created over decades of medical progress, lower bi

finance

A Fresh Look at SoFi’s Stock After the Iran Agreement

June 16, 2026

The recent agreement between the U. S. and Iran has brought some calm to markets, and investors are watching closely to see how this plays out. Oil and gas prices had been climbing due to tensions in the region, especially around the Strait of Hormuz, where a lot of global energy passes through. Hig

technology

KTH Alumni Gather in Dubai to Explore Tech and Business Connections

June 16, 2026

In Dubai, a group of 74 professionals from tech, finance, and other fields came together for an event focused on turning new ideas into real business opportunities. The gathering included alumni from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, a top Swedish university known for its work in engineering and in

crypto

How AI is Changing the Game for Predicting Future Events

June 16, 2026

Event trading platforms have grown rapidly in recent years, covering everything from sports to politics. But behind the scenes, a major challenge has emerged: figuring out how to fairly and accurately resolve bets when the time comes. A Silicon Valley-based protocol called Cournot has stepped in to

entertainment

Netflix joins forces with iHeartMedia for fresh video podcasts

June 16, 2026

Netflix isn’t just about movies and shows anymore. The streaming service is teaming up with iHeartMedia to add video versions of popular podcasts to its library. This partnership includes shows hosted by well-known figures like Kate Hudson and Martha Stewart. The decision comes as Netflix looks bey