More Companies Are Disclosing Their ESG Data, but Confusion on How Persists
Public companies in the U.S. are increasingly disclosing sustainability information, but many say they find it a challenge to report fundamental climate data that many regulators around the globe likely will require under incoming mandatory reporting standards. #press
Tether Is Lending Its Stablecoins Again
The cryptocurrency issuer had said it would cut loans to zero in 2023. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/tether-is-lending-its-stablecoins-again-b11705f2?utm_source=press.coop
SEC Fines Real-Estate Firm CBRE Over Violations of Whistleblower Protections
The settlement is part of a wider SEC sweep into agreements companies ask employees to sign that could contain language preventing the reporting of possible federal securities law violations to the regulator. #press
Disney to Invest $60 Billion in Theme Parks, Cruises Over Next Decade
Disney plans to spend $60 billion to expand its theme parks, cruise lines and similar ventures over the next decade. #press
A Mother's Love---a Bargain at $450 a Year, Plus Applicable Fees
Parents are hiring concierge services for their college students, leaving to professionals some duties usually done by Mom, including hugs. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/college-students-rent-mothers-2d598026?utm_source=press.coop
New Venture Firm Age1 Raises $35 Million Toward Early-Stage Longevity Fund
The firm, launched by longevity investors Laura Deming and Alex Colville, targets life sciences startups that have technologies designed to help people live longer and healthier lives. #press
The Unexpected New Winners in the Global Energy War
Western nations are forging unusual alliances to replace natural gas from Russia; ‘We pushed the accelerator to the maximum’ #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/global-energy-europe-russia-africa-gas-ab98af2f?utm_source=press.coop
Pepper...and Salt
Pepper...and Salt #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/pepper-and-salt-aef33fa5?utm_source=press.coop
Biden, Trump and Cognitive Testing
A President in office until age 86, or 82? There’s no test for this except the voters. #press
Notable &Quotable: Accuracy at Rolling Stone
‘Other than this one key fact that the rape described actually was a fabrication of this woman, the rest of the story was bulletproof.’ #press
The Oslo Accords Began Israel's Folly With the Palestinians
Negotiating with PLO leader Arafat instead of other local leaders has led to intractable conflict. #press
Donald Trump Owes Pro-Lifers
Trump made Dobbs possible—but foes of abortion made his presidency possible. #press
Iran Says It Plans to Free Five American Prisoners Monday
The expected release comes against the backdrop of efforts by the Biden administration to revive nuclear talks with Iran. #press
Gary Gensler Tells a Climate Whopper
The SEC Chairman fibs to Congress about his pending disclosure rule. #press
Debunking Drug Price Myths
How the political talking points about pharma distort the truth. #press
Where's the Signal? Warehouse Robots Are Searching for Stronger Internet Connections
Logistics companies say the latest automation technology demands new investment to keep the machines on track and goods moving. #press
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Avoids Conviction in Impeachment Trial
The state senate acquits official accused of improperly aiding a donor, using a donor to facilitate his extramarital affair. #press
The UAW strike at three factories has caused ripple effects, as GM said it would soon idle another plant and Ford said it would temporarily lay off about 600 workers.
The UAW strike at three factories has caused ripple effects, as GM said it would soon idle another plant and Ford said it would temporarily lay off about 600 workers. #press
South Korea's Interest in Nuclear Weapons Hasn't Gone Away---It's Just On Hold
Despite a recent pact with the U.S., many of the country’s leaders favor developing a homegrown nuclear option. #press
McCarthy Has Two Weeks to Soothe GOP Critics and Keep Government Open
Congress faces an Oct. 1 deadline as Republicans press Speaker Kevin McCarthy on spending cuts, border security and the war in Ukraine. #press