Thursday Notes for September 26th, 2024
The Uristocrat Headlines for Thursday, September 26th, 2024. This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
Culture
The Whitney Museum’s ‘Edges Of Ailey’ presents ‘The Essence Of Ailey’
“Edges of Ailey” is the Whitney Museum’s stunning, groundbreaking, exhibition dedicated to the brilliant, mold-shattering choreographic genius Alvin Ailey (1931-1989) which runs from Sept. 25 until February 9. It is the first large-scale museum exhibition to celebrate the life, dances, influences, and enduring legacy of the visionary artist and choreographer whose global impact on dance is undeniable.
New York City mayor Eric Adams has been indicted, sources say
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted by a federal grand jury on criminal charges that are still sealed, according to two people familiar with the matter.
As Adams Faces Calls to Resign, Jumaane Williams May Play a Pivotal Role
Mr. Williams, New York City’s public advocate, would become acting mayor if Eric Adams resigns. He says he is prepared for that moment.
Rare book fair at City College to include Black culture objects
This weekend’s Empire State Rare Book & Print Fair will take place Sept. 27–29 at City College of New York and bring more than 40 rare book exhibitors to City College’s Great Hall (160 Convent Avenue and W. 135th Street) to display and sell rare books, photo prints and documents.
Black students face new barriers to elite colleges
In the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision to end affirmative action, Black high school seniors are facing a new college admissions reality — particularly at some of the nation’s most elite institutions.
Sneakers
Meet The Nike Ja 2: Built for High-Flying Hoopers Like Ja Morant
Ja Morant’s game is all about speed, bounce, and breaking ankles, so when Nike released his first signature sneaker, the…
Sports
Predicting the WNBA semifinals: A Finals rematch, a lot of chalk and MVPs go head to head
The top four seeds – New York, Minnesota, Connecticut and Las Vegas – swept their way to the best-of-five WNBA semis, which start Sunday.
Collier drops 42 to tie record, sends Lynx to semis
Napheesa Collier tied a WNBA record with 42 points, and the Lynx completed a two-game sweep of the Mercury to advance to the semifinals.
Lakers mull plans for historic LeBron-Bronny game
Lakers coach JJ Redick said LeBron and Bronny James will be involved in discussions for how the team will execute the historic moment when they'll first share the court together in a game.
Technology
Mira Murati, Chief Technology Officer at OpenAI, to Leave Company
Mira Murati, the chief technology officer, and two others are leaving as leaders including Sam Altman work to transform the start-up.
13 companies from YC Demo Day 1 that are worth paying attention to
Unsurprisingly, AI companies dominated the day, with startups looking to apply the technology to problems like estate planning and automating clinical trial data.
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