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How to be a generous leader in a crisis

During the Southern California fires, good leaders are showing that an empathetic approach makes a world of difference to employees.

At the Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA), we empower high-level women to mentor one another, encouraging personal and professional fulfillment through meaningful connections. This month, I am delighted to introduce Malika Begin, CEO and founder of Begin Development, a consulting firm based in Malibu, California. Malika shares her insights on the transformative power of generous leadership—an approach rooted in empathy and purpose—especially during crises like the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

If you were bored watching videos at a plodding 2x speed, you’re in luck: They can go faster

YouTube Premium users can now watch videos at 4x speed. Can viewers actually comprehend information at that pace?

MrBeast’s fast-cutting, nonstop dramatics are already quick enough. Now, some users can watch his videos (and others) at 4x speed.

If you were bored watching videos at a plodding 2x speed, you’re in luck: They can go faster

YouTube Premium users can now watch videos at 4x speed. Can viewers actually comprehend information at that pace?

MrBeast’s fast-cutting, nonstop dramatics are already quick enough. Now, some users can watch his videos (and others) at 4x speed.

How Apple Vision Pro is finding a home in healthcare

300 people are gathering in San Diego to explore the uses of Apple’s spatial computing headset for surgery and other medical applications.

In early 2024, Ryan Broderick, a surgeon at UC San Diego Health, was commiserating with some colleagues about the profusion of screens in today’s operating rooms. Though the displays provided essential guidance for minimally invasive operations in progress, they also added complexity.

How Apple Vision Pro is finding a home in healthcare

300 people are gathering in San Diego to explore the uses of Apple’s spatial computing headset for surgery and other medical applications.

In early 2024, Ryan Broderick, a surgeon at UC San Diego Health, was commiserating with some colleagues about the profusion of screens in today’s operating rooms. Though the displays provided essential guidance for minimally invasive operations in progress, they also added complexity.

White House stenographers are struggling to keep up with Trump

Trump’s stats: nearly 7 hours and 44 minutes and 81,235 words last week.

The White House stenographers have a problem. Donald Trump is talking so much, the people responsible for transcribing his public remarks are struggling to keep up with all the words.

White House stenographers are struggling to keep up with Trump

Trump’s stats: nearly 7 hours and 44 minutes and 81,235 words last week.

The White House stenographers have a problem. Donald Trump is talking so much, the people responsible for transcribing his public remarks are struggling to keep up with all the words.

L.A. wildfires: how artists are banding together after losing their artwork

For Grief and Hope, creating a more sustainable future for artists throughout the city begins with affordable studio spaces and housing.

Anthony Obi never imagined the night of Jan. 7 would be the last time he’d step inside his safe haven.

L.A. wildfires: how artists are banding together after losing their artwork

For Grief and Hope, creating a more sustainable future for artists throughout the city begins with affordable studio spaces and housing.

Anthony Obi never imagined the night of Jan. 7 would be the last time he’d step inside his safe haven.

What to know about the American Airlines jet and Army helicopter that collided over D.C.

Three service members were on a training flight on the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.

The Army helicopter and regional American Airlines jet that collided over Washington are both workhorse aircraft that operate around the world on a daily basis.