Since Tuesday, wildfires have ravaged different neighborhoods in California, especially around the Los Angeles area, killing at least 10 people and destroying 10,000 homes and structures. Hollywood celebrities such as Billy Crystal, Mel Gibson, Jeff Bridges, Paris Hilton, and others have lost their homes in the fires. Additionally, concerns have been raised about firefighting resources being allocated to neighborhoods where A-listers reside, with residents in Altadena worried about receiving adequate support.
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Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals
Google has decided to abandon its diversity recruitment goals, joining other major US firms in scrapping such initiatives following pressure from the Trump administration. The technology giant is reviewing its DEI programmes and updating its annual investor report to reflect the change. Despite this trend, Apple has stood out by maintaining its diversity policies, while Target is facing a lawsuit over allegations of concealing risks associated with its DEI targets. Full Article
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