What we are reading this week August 14, 2024
This week marks the anniversary of the resignation of Nixion, and we have lots of Olympics news. Here are some of the things which got our attention.
‘Unhumans’: J.D. Vance and the language of genocide
Trump’s VP pick endorses the tactic of dehumanization
Our newsroom planned for more chaos across the UK. Instead, we got hope
Amid a major escalation of the largest race riots in 30 years in the United Kingdom, a rare positive story emerged.
Tim Walz is riding the wave of the vibes election
Why Tim Walz has such good vibes, explained by internet memes.
Rebecca Jennings
Apple’s requirements to hit creators and fans on Patreon
Apple requires that Patreon switch to their iOS in-app purchase system, or risk being removed from the App Store. Here’s what’s creators need to know.
Donald Trump Is Freaked Out in Ways He Never Imagined Were Possible
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are getting under his skin, and it’s a beautiful sight to behold.
Michael Tomasky
As the Olympic flame heads for Los Angeles, what can we expect from the 2028 Games? | CNN
The Paris Games are over but the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are already taking shape. Here’s what you need to know.
Issy Ronald
Starbucks replaces CEO Laxman Narasimhan with Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol
After several quarters of weak sales, Starbucks has tapped Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol as Laxman Narasimhan’s replacement.
Amelia Lucas,Rohan Goswami
California Gov. Gavin Newsom nudges school districts to restrict student cellphone use
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is sending letters to school districts, urging them to restrict smartphone use on campuses.
SOPHIE AUSTIN
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