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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewGlenn Greenwald Comments on Perceptions of Bias in US Media Regarding Israel
Glenn Greenwald stated that beliefs in anti-Israel and anti-Semitic radicals within the American media reflect a desire to view oneself as a victim of persecution. He referenced David Remnick, editor of The New Yorker, in his remarks. The comments were made on social media.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEric Newcomer Criticizes Blaming New Yorker Reporting for Despicable Act
Eric Newcomer stated that blaming meticulous reporting in The New Yorker for a despicable act is antithetical to a free and thoughtful society. The comment addresses the role of investigative journalism in public discourse. Newcomer emphasized the importance of separating reporti…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe New Yorker Publishes Profile on Sam Altman's Leadership at OpenAI
The New Yorker released an in-depth article examining Sam Altman's role at OpenAI, including his brief ouster and reinstatement as CEO. The profile covers the events surrounding his firing in November 2023 and the subsequent organizational changes. It addresses ongoing questions…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe New Yorker Launches Daily Anagramming Game Play Shuffalo
The New Yorker has introduced Play Shuffalo, a daily online game where players unscramble letters to form words. Each successful unscramble adds an additional letter to the set, increasing difficulty progressively. The game is accessible on The New Yorker's website and updates da…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNew Profiles Examine Sam Altman's Leadership at OpenAI Amid Industry Scrutiny
Recent profiles in Ars Technica and The New Yorker explore Sam Altman's role as CEO of OpenAI, highlighting industry challenges and questions about his trustworthiness. The articles draw on interviews and documents to discuss persistent doubts in the AI sector. Coverage focuses o…
The New YorkerBen Lerner Discusses New Novel Transcription in Interview with The New Yorker
Ben Lerner, author of the novel Transcription, spoke with a New Yorker interviewer about themes including interviewing, smartphones, and fiction's role in capturing experiences. The book follows a writer interviewing his mentor, Thomas, a composite character inspired by real figu…