DEI at the Gold Gala: Jon M. Chu celebrates Asian achievements While attending the Gold Gala, director Jon M. Chu reflected on the importance of Asian media representation in a conversation with USA TODAY. LOS ANGELES − In the midst of the White House’s unrelenting offensive against diversity initiatives, Hollywood gathered to celebrate the accomplishments
Ateev Bhandari | Reuters Principal Financial Group names Deanna Strable as next CEO Deanna Strable, a native Iowan and a Dowling Catholic High School graduate, will be the next CEO of Principal Financial Group. Insurer Principal Financial Group reported a rise in first-quarter profit on April 24, helped by higher premiums and fee income. The Trump
Westerly cleans up after back-to-back storms Recent storm damage in Westerly is still being cleaned up along Atlantic Ave and the Misquamicut coastline. The property housed a water park until 2019, but also contains approximately 6 acres of undeveloped salt marsh. The Department of Environmental Management and Town of Westerly spent over $3 million to
Artists push Native art to evolve using new techniques and materials Artists discuss how Native art evolved and why many don’t have the same regard and access to mainstream galleries and museums as non-Indigenous peers. While art can appreciate in value, it’s difficult to determine trends and pricing information is limited. Experts suggest focusing on
Artists push Native art to evolve using new techniques and materials Artists discuss how Native art evolved and why many don’t have the same regard and access to mainstream galleries and museums as non-Indigenous peers. While art can appreciate in value, it’s difficult to determine trends and pricing information is limited. Experts suggest focusing on
Seven things to know about the 2025 NFL draft in Green Bay Here are a few things to know about the 2025 NFL draft being held April 24-26 in Green Bay. Green Bay grocery stores are increasing inventory and adjusting delivery schedules in anticipation of the 2025 NFL draft. Metro Market, located near the draft
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office is planning to build a $20 million complex near the Brevard County Government Center in Viera that will include a regional training center for law enforcement personnel. BSCO has submitted a $10 million funding request to the Florida Legislature to help pay for the facility. The request for state funding
Trump picks Brooke Rollins to be agriculture secretary U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday chose Brooke Rollins, president of the America First Policy Institute, to be Secretary of Agriculture. Brooke Rollins, who was recently confirmed as secretary of agriculture, visited Louisville Friday for the National Farm Machinery Show. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited
Rafael Nadal “not 100%” as he skips US Open Tennis star Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the upcoming US Open in New York as he is unable to “give my 100% at this time.” unbranded – Sport The final major tournament of the tennis calendar is here. The 2024 US Open is set to
Simone Biles’ impact looms large over gymnastics, Olympics After a dominant performance at the Paris Olympics, USA TODAY’s Nancy Armour says Simone Biles has cemented her legacy as the greatest gymnast. GOAT. Legend. Idol. Those are just a few words used to describe gymnast Simone Biles. The decorated Olympic athlete is joining Jade Carey, Jordan