Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals

Record-breaking snowfall hit Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido, causing traffic disruptions, airport closures, and delayed deliveries. The heavy snowfall, especially in eastern regions like Obihiro and Kushiro, led to stalled vehicles and calls for help, while Sapporo's snow festival proceeded without major issues. With up to 100cm of snow predicted in northwestern Japan and 50cm more in Hokkaido, highways and main roads were closed, train services suspended, and flights cancelled, impacting thousands of residents...

Just one week after a midair collision near Reagan National Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are planning to brief senators on the incident, which resulted in the deaths of 67 people. Stricter restrictions have been imposed on helicopter flights near the airport until late February, with exceptions for essential services. Preliminary information from the plane's flight data recorder suggests a change in pitch prior to impact, with discrepancies in reported...

Israel's defense minister has instructed the military to prepare for President Trump's plan to relocate Palestinians from Gaza, with options for exit by land, sea, or air. He called on countries critical of Israel's actions to accept refugees, leading to pushback from Spain. Trump's proposal to "take over" Gaza and relocate its population to other countries has been met with resistance from Arab and Palestinian leaders, who envision Gaza as part of a future Palestinian...

The Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 will be held in seven cities in Australia from 1 October to 13 November 2027, marking the 11th edition of the event and the first time featuring 27 teams. World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson expressed excitement for the host cities' selection, emphasizing the tournament's positive impact and sporting legacy. Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Newcastle, Adelaide, and Townsville will host pool matches, with the final set to take place at...

Demi Moore, known for her performance in The Substance, admitted on Jimmy Kimmel Live that she dislikes watching her own performances, except for G.I. Jane and Ghost, which she recently watched and found herself impressed. The Golden Globe winner, who recently won for The Substance, also discussed the props she took from the set and reflected on being called a "popcorn actress" by a producer, as she now vies for her first Oscar nomination.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XLw8JmuJsE Full...

On February 6, significant events in the Chicago area included record temperatures in 1942, the start of John Wayne Gacy's trial as a suspected serial killer in 1980, and Michael Jordan winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1988. Gacy was portrayed as both a psychopath and a premeditated murderer, while Jordan delighted fans with his athletic prowess. The day also marked a unique moment in weather history with a 30-hour period of a steady...