Posts by Samie lein
Space tourism’s rise challenges how we define astronauts and exploration
On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin launched six women—Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyễn, Gayle King, Katy Perry, Kerianne Flynn and Lauren Sánchez—on a suborbital journey to the edge of space. The headlines called it a historic moment for women in space. But as a tourism educator, I paused—not because I questioned their experience, but because I…
Read MoreDoorDash Launches Preferred Integrations Program to Help Restaurants Choose Better Tech Partners
DoorDash has announced the launch of its new Preferred Integrations Program (DPIP), a tool designed to help restaurants make better-informed decisions about their technology partners. The program, unveiled on May 19, gives merchants clearer visibility into how well different point-of-sale (POS) and middleware providers perform on the DoorDash platform, aiming to streamline tech selection and…
Read MoreHow leaders can bridge the gender equity divide at work
Americans largely agree that women have made significant gains in the workplace over the past two decades. But what about men? While many Americans believe women are thriving, over half believe men’s progress has stalled or even reversed. To make matters more complex, recent research has revealed a massive divide along gender and partisan lines.…
Read MoreJCPenney stores closing update: Memorial Day weekend is your last chance to shop final sales at these 7 locations
JCPenney said it will close seven stores this weekend in California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and West Viriginia, according to USA Today, and will be running sales in those locations up until Sunday, May 25. It’s the latest set of JCPenney store closures since the long-struggling retail chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy…
Read MoreElon Musk Says He’s Committed to Being Tesla’s CEO
When asked if he saw himself as CEO of Tesla ‘in five years’ time,’ Elon Musk said yes. Source link
Read MoreWhat a wartime housing boom reveals about solving America’s housing crisis
In 1918, as World War I intensified overseas, the U.S. government embarked on a radical experiment: It quietly became the nation’s largest housing developer, designing and constructing more than 80 new communities across 26 states in just two years. These weren’t hastily erected barracks or rows of identical homes. They were thoughtfully designed neighborhoods, complete…
Read MoreSlash uses AI to build custom banking tools for niche industries
A fintech company called Slash offers business banking accounts tailored to the needs of specific kinds of entrepreneurs. Slash provides business checking accounts with funds held at FDIC-insured banks, detailed spending analytics dashboards, free or low-cost wire and ACH transfers, easy access to lending options, and unlimited virtual cards. These cards can be configured with…
Read MoreBeyond Imagination raises $100 million to build humanoid robots
A humanoid robotics startup co-founded by prominent artificial-intelligence futurist Ray Kurzweil said on Tuesday that venture capital firm Gauntlet Ventures will back its $100 million Series B funding round. The company, Beyond Imagination, will be valued at $500 million, and venture capital firm Gauntlet Ventures will be the round’s sole investor. Kurzweil is known for…
Read MoreAI advances may threaten women’s jobs more than men’s
Women may be at a heightened risk for being edged out of their job (or having their duties change) due to AI. According to a new study, jobs disproportionately done by women, especially in higher income countries, are more steadily becoming automated. The joint study, which comes from the United Nations’ International Labour Organization (ILO)…
Read MoreThe White Sox unveil a multimedia installation to honor Pope Leo
There is a new landmark at the home of the Chicago White Sox—Section 140, Row 19, Seat 2. That’s where Father Bob—the future Pope Leo XIV—sat for Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. The White Sox unveiled a graphic installation Monday that pays tribute to the new pontiff and that moment during their last…
Read MoreThese trees exist in only one place on Earth. Now climate change and goats threaten their survival
On a windswept plateau high above the Arabian Sea, Sena Keybani cradles a sapling that barely reaches her ankle. The young plant, protected by a makeshift fence of wood and wire, is a kind of dragon’s blood tree—a species found only on the Yemeni island of Socotra that is now struggling to survive intensifying threats from…
Read MoreChoosing the Perfect Food Business Names to Boost Your Brand Success
Key Takeaways Significance of a Strong Name: The right name is crucial for a food business as it creates the first impression and reflects your brand identity, helping you stand out in a competitive market. Simplicity and Memorability: Choosing a simple and easy-to-pronounce name enhances memorability, making it easier for customers to recall and share…
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