Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg blamed former COO Sheryl Sandberg for Facebook's inclusivity culture during a meeting with Trump advisor Stephen Miller. Zuckerberg plans to abandon DEI policies and focus on tech products. He announced new guidelines and layoffs to reset the company, signaling alignment with Trump's stance on DEI culture.
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American farmers, particularly in North Dakota, face severe financial strains due to plummeting crop prices and skyrocketing input costs. Seed prices, for instance, have surged from $150 to $230 per bag. President-elect Trump acknowledges the crisis, planning tariffs on some Canadian and Mexican agricultural imports to alleviate the issue.
Kate Middleton reached out to Lady Gabriella Windsor after her husband’s tragic passing, inviting her to help plan the annual Christmas carol concert. Lady Gabriella contributed by selecting musical performances and felt honored by Middleton’s gesture. The event aimed to celebrate individuals who support those in need and featured various artists and community members.
Germany's center-right CDU bloc is advocating for stricter immigration laws after an Afghan national, who was supposed to be deported, committed a knife attack. They propose a five-point plan that includes border controls and an entry ban for those without valid documents, potentially conflicting with EU laws and neighboring countries.
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