The number of viewers was higher than last year, but still down significantly compared with prepandemic audience totals.
Category: Speeches and Statements
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What Role Will the Israel-Hamas War Play in Hollywood’s Awards Season?
Stars are increasingly vocal about political issues, but the Mideast conflict has divided Hollywood, magnifying the choice of whether to discuss the topic or remain silent.
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COP28 Climate Summit Begins Against Backdrop of War and Record Heat
World leaders at climate talks in Dubai invoked faith, science and economics in their calls for a rapid transition away from fossil fuels.
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A Tense Climate Summit Begins Against a Backdrop of War and Record Heat
World leaders at climate talks in Dubai invoked faith, science and economics in their calls for a rapid transition away from fossil fuels.
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Overwhelmed With Writing Your Vows? A Professional Wordsmith Could Help.
In recent years, social media has helped increase demand in this new wedding vendor category. “Vows have gone viral,” one expert said, “and there’s greater attention to the moments that go wrong.”
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Fed Chair’s Message Is Clear: The Fight Against Inflation Isn’t Over
Jerome H. Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, struck a resolute tone in a speech at the central bank’s most closely watched conference.
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Why the Federal Reserve Won’t Commit
The New York Times – Business:Facing huge economic uncertainty, the Fed is keeping its options open. Jerome H. Powell, its chair, will most likely continue that approach on Tuesday.
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Need to Write Your Vows? A.I. Can Help.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Artificial intelligence is steadily becoming a trusty tool for composing wedding speeches. Should it be?
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Kim Petras, A Transgender Woman, Wins Grammy for Best Pop Duo Performance
The New York Times – Music:The German pop singer, who accepted the award with Sam Smith for “Unholy,” announced that she was the first transgender woman to win a Grammy in the best pop duo and group performance category.
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Strong Job Growth in January is a Boost for Biden
The New York Times – Business:President Biden has for months pointed to solid hiring trends as evidence that his agenda has rebuilt the economy after the pandemic shutdowns.
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Powell Says Fed ‘Will Not Be’ a Climate Policymaker
The New York Times – Business:In a speech on Federal Reserve independence, Chair Jerome H. Powell emphasized that climate change should be addressed by elected officials.