The worst-paying college majors

Public support for Biden’s efforts in Ukraine is split along party lines. As of January, according to Pew, 61% of Democrats approve of his response — as opposed to only around a quarter of Republicans. But one thing many Americans seem to agree on: They’re growing tired of support without diplomacy. Many want the US to pursue diplomatic negotiations to end the war.

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Train crash, The Boring Company, & more

• At least 36 people have died after two trains collided head-on in Greece. Survivors said they had to use luggage to break windows and escape. The full story.
• Russia’s struggles in Ukraine show US special operators that they’ll need to fight without their “tethers” to win future wars. Read more.
• The Boring Company CEO could replace Elon Musk as Twitter’s next CEO, a report says. Find out more.

Boomers’ greed

But while the arguments about post-COVID price chaos have focused overwhelmingly on pandemic-created triggers, inflation is also a story of larger tectonic shifts within the population.

Boomers are entering their twilight years. And as they ride off into the sunset, they’re leaving behind an economy that isn’t really built to accommodate the demands of the 21st century.

They’ve spent the past few decades shaping the world in a way that has made the current crunch more painful — and sets up future generations for continued deprivation. Their greed destroyed the economy. Now, millennials and Gen Z are paying the price.

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College majors, Walmart warning, & more

• MediaMath’s unraveling. It once seemed like the hottest adtech startup around, destined for a fairy-tale exit. But last April, MediaMath’s cofounders and early investors saw their equity wiped out. It’s a “Shakespearean tragedy” of ambition, missed opportunities, a late-stage investment, and a boardroom breakdown. Get the full story.
• The worst-paying college majors. According to a new report from the New York Federal Reserve, there are six majors to avoid if you want to make a lot of money in your first job. From theology to performing arts, here’s the full list.
• An Amazon driver’s TikTok goes viral. The video describes how Amazon’s AI-powered cameras flag drivers for sipping coffee or not buckling their seat belt enough times. Check it out.
• The sun is about to get more active than it has for a decade. These so-called solar maximums can lead to power outages and grounded flights, but haven’t been much of a problem in the past. Here’s why scientists are worried this time around.
• Walmart warns employees about ChatGPT. In a leaked memo to staff, Walmart’s tech and engineering arm told staffers to refrain from sharing any information with generative AI tools. Take a look.
• Some schools are switching to the four-day workweek. The goal is to bring in and retain teachers amid an educator shortage. Here’s why experts say even more is needed.
• Salesforce has been reportedly paying Matthew McConaughey $10 million a year. Despite mass layoffs, a report says the company has been paying the actor millions to act as a creative advisor and TV pitchman. More here.

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