MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, faces criticism from podcaster Katie Miller and Elon Musk for donating $26 billion primarily to progressive causes, including racial equity, LGBTQ+ rights, and climate justice, sparking debate over the direction of her philanthropy.
Italy's Council of Ministers preliminarily approved the "Omnibus" decree, introducing tax reforms for company cars, clarifying IRAP for Third Sector entities, and allowing Italian companies to use EU/EEA tax losses. Changes also affect inheritance and donation taxes.
CEPI and Gavi are investing over $100 million to accelerate the development of a vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola species, which is spreading in DRC and Uganda. The approved Ervebo vaccine targets a different strain, and new candidates face challenges including clinical trials in conflict zones and community distrust.
Patagonia sues Pattie Gonia, an environmentalist drag queen, for trademark infringement over the use of 'Pattie Gonia' for clothing and activism, claiming it would harm their brand despite both sharing environmental values.
While the four-day workweek is gaining traction in some regions and sectors, it faces significant resistance from business owners who associate the term with laziness. The author suggests that rebranding the concept around performance and results could improve its adoption.
