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Kohl’s fires CEO after investigation finds conflicts of interest
Kohl’s has terminated its new CEO Ashley Buchanan after an investigation determined that he directed the retailer to engage in vendor transactions that involved undisclosed conflicts of interest. Kohl’s...
FDA reverses more layoffs—reinstating fired food scientists, travel staff
For the second time in recent months, the Food and Drug Administration is bringing back some recently fired employees, including staffers who handle travel bookings for safety inspectors. More than 20 of...
52% of frontline workers think they could lose their jobs over tariffs
The Trump administration has framed tariffs as a necessary tool for bringing more jobs to the U.S. and reviving the manufacturing sector. But many economists have warned that widespread...
FTC is sending $18.5 million in refunds to Publishers Clearing House customers over ‘deceptive’ practices: Are you getting a check?
Some good news for Publishers Clearing House (PCH) customers: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said Wednesday that the sweepstakes company is paying for refund checks to 281,724 customers who ordered a product...
Trump’s war with universities could hurt AI progress in the U.S.
Welcome to AI Decoded, Fast Company’s weekly newsletter that breaks down the most important news in the world of AI. You can sign up to receive this newsletter every week here. Trump...
Microsoft’s Q1 profits rose 18% thanks to AI and cloud computing
Microsoft’s cloud computing and artificial intelligence business helped deliver $70.1 billion in sales and boosted profits by 18% for the January-March quarter, a dose of relief for investors during...
As Elon Musk prepares to step back from DOGE, its future is called into question
Elon Musk, preparing to step back from his work leading the Department of Government Efficiency, had a request of the reporters gathered at the White House to interview him:...
The ‘Caveman Method’ is the latest viral skincare technique. Experts say you should think twice
The cost of a multistep skincare routine can quickly add up. But have you ever wondered what would happen if you simply stopped? This weekend, a TikTok creator went...
The Download: China’s energy throwback, and choosing between love and immortality
—Gigi Kwik Gronvall, a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, explains the consequences of the Trump administration’s decision to force a health department focused on...
Exclusive: Danish supercomputer powers AI care ‘companion’ for hospitals
Danish startup Teton has used Gefion, one of Europe’s most powerful supercomputers, to turbocharge the development of its AI “care companion” for hospital staff. Teton installs cameras and sensors...
