BlackRock adds new proxy advisory firm amid ESG criticism as critics say ‘too little, too late’
BlackRock Inc. said on Tuesday it was teaming up with a third proxy advisory firm to offer broader investment advice to clients, as critics say the asset manager is seeking to defy accusations that it is more committed to ESG (environmental, social and governance) principles than its fiduciary responsibilities warrant. In a release obtained by […]
US adds 272,000 jobs, unemployment rises to 4 percent
The U.S. economy added 272,000 jobs in May, and the unemployment rate rose slightly to 4%, according to new Labor Department data released on Friday. The May employment report was much better than expected by economists, who had projected a gain of 185,000 jobs and an unemployment rate unchanged from April’s 3.9%. But the slight […]
US adds 272,000 new jobs in May — blowing past estimates
The US economy added an astounding 272,000 jobs last month, well above the 180,000 that analysts had predicted. Wall Street stock futures fell sharply on the news, as the continued strength of the job market makes it unlikely the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates anytime soon. Last month’s strong job gains reflect the durability […]
Activision Adds Transgender-Themed Ammo to ‘Call of Duty’ in Wake of Trans Mass Shootings
Activision Blizzard is facing heavy criticism after releasing a special cosmetic pack featuring LGBT-themed weapon and ammo skins. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: WarzoneThe bullets in the colors of the transgender pride flag have drawn harsh criticism of the gaming company in the wake of transgender mass shootings, such as […]
Manhattan West adds American favorite PJ Clarke’s to thriving roster
Brookfield’s thriving Manhattan West complex already houses Italian, Middle Eastern, Spanish and Japanese restaurants and will soon be joined by local American favourite PJ Clark’s. The eatery, officially called PJ Clarke’s Oyster Bar & Grille, has signed a lease for 7,500 square feet at 424 W. 34th St. (also known as 4 Manhattan West), a […]
‘Time Bandits’ Remake Has No Dwarfs, Adds Girl Leader
The incredibly insufferable Taika Waititi is remaking Terry Gilliam’s 1981 comedy classic. Time Bandit For Apple TV+…no midgets. Waititi has also made a yawning gender swap, this time putting a woman (Lisa Kudrow) in charge of the time bandits, a role played so memorably by the great David Rapaport in the original. The worst part […]
What Are Luigi’s Pronouns? Nintendo Adds Transgender Character in “Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door” Remake
Nintendo has officially confirmed that the highly anticipated remake of the classic role-playing game will include a transgender character named Vivian. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door For Nintendo Switch. of New York Post Reports Iconic Video Games Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year DoorAn update to Super Mario Bros. 3: Wild Hunt, released for the Nintendo GameCube […]
Essence Festival adds Usher to 2024 talent headliners
R&B superstar Usher will be part of the evening concert lineup for this summer’s Essence Festival of Culture’s 30th anniversary. Organizers announced late Thursday that Usher, a no stranger to the event, will perform at this year’s festival, which runs July 4 to 7 at various venues in New Orleans. As the festival marks its […]
Biden admin adds $7,700,000,000 to taxpayer tab with new student debt handout and more top headlines
good morning. Welcome to Fox News First, the morning newsletter from Fox News. Subscribe now to receive Fox News First in your email. And here’s what you need to know to start your day… money problem – Biden administration declares student loan benefits, taxpayers will get $7.7 billion. Continue reading… I feel blue – Despite […]
Bottom Line: IOM adds House appropriations staffer to defend federal funding
foreign affairs united nations’ international organization for migration (IOM) hired cornerstone government relations The new disclosure says the purpose is to educate member states about the IOM and push for “consistent core funding in the fiscal year 2025 budget cycle.” Earlier this year, Congress blocked funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for […]