Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is set to announce his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination on Wednesday night in a live appearance on Twitter with the platform's owner, Elon Musk. The announcement will be hosted by David Sacks, a technology executive and DeSantis supporter, and will be followed by a launch video from DeSantis' campaign. The relationship between Musk and DeSantis could be a significant boost for the governor, as it will give him an introduction to Musk’s massive following.
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Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior was subjected to racist abuse during a match against Valencia on Sunday, prompting the club to issue a statement and promise a lifetime ban for those responsible. Valencia police have identified a fan who made racist gestures and are using footage to identify any others. Vinícius has faced racism throughout his time in Spain, and has expressed his frustration, while La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticized his response. The incident has sparked a larger conversation about racism in Spanish football and the need for the league and clubs to take a stronger stance.
Martin Amis, a celebrated British novelist and cultural icon, passed away on Friday from cancer of the esophagus. He was the son of novelist Kingsley Amis and was awarded the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the David Cohen Prize for Literature. His works, including “Money,” “The Information,” “London Fields,” and “Experience,” will continue to inspire readers for generations to come.
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Twitter in a case concerning allegations that YouTube was liable for suggesting videos promoting violent militant Islam. The court declined to address the application of the law, Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, to the family's claims, and unanimously ruled that such claims could not be brought under the Anti-Terrorism Act. This decision is a victory for internet companies, who have said that Section 230 has helped the internet flourish, and serves as a reminder of the importance of the law in protecting internet companies from liability for user-generated content.
Montana has become the first state in the US to ban the popular social media app TikTok, citing the Chinese Communist Party's use of the app to spy on Americans and collect their personal data. The bill was signed into law by Governor Greg Gianforte and will be enforced by the Montana Department of Justice. It is yet to be seen whether other states will follow suit.
Doyle Brunson, known as the “Godfather of Poker” and “Texas Dolly,” passed away on Sunday. He was a two-time world champion and won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments, and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2002. His influence on the poker world was immense and his legacy will live on for many years to come, with many taking to social media to share their condolences and memories.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the Vatican on Saturday to seek the support of Pope Francis for Ukraine's peace plan to end the war launched by Russia a year ago. During the meeting, Zelenskyy discussed the tens of thousands of deported Ukrainian children and held meetings with Italian officials. This marks Zelenskyy's first trip to Italy since the beginning of the Russian invasion, and the outcome of the meetings is yet to be seen.
Linda Yaccarino, the current Chairman of Global Advertising and Partnerships at NBCUniversal, is reportedly in talks to become the new CEO of Twitter. If appointed, she would be the first female CEO of the company and the first executive from outside of the tech industry to lead the company. Yaccarino has a strong relationship with advertisers and marketing groups, which could help quell the ongoing concerns companies have with Twitter following CEO Elon Musk's takeover.