Seattle Build-A-Bear employee refuses to name toy Charlie Kirk for teen fan
Build-a-Bear apologized after a store employee refused to print conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's name on a teenager's custom bear certificate in Washington.
New Jersey man in MAGA hat snubbed by barista at NYC cafe while on way to honor 9/11 father
A barista at a New York City cafe refused service to a customer in a MAGA hat on 9/11, leading to disciplinary action after the owner received complaints.
Google leader slams 'antisemitic' UN after controversial Gaza report
Sergey Brin reportedly upset Google employees after he condemned a UN report that accused Google of profiting from Israel's 'genocide' against Palestinians.
Trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney pushes Versace apparel in social media posts
Dylan Mulvaney, whose partnership with Bud Light crippled the brand in 2023, was seen promoting luxury clothing brand Versace amid the company's slumping sales.
Was 2024 the year DEI fell apart?
Several companies and universities scaled back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion in 2024 after facing pressure from conservative activists.
Tennessee pizza shop faces backlash after declining to cater same-sex wedding
A pizzeria in Tennessee was attacked online after it declined to cater a same-sex wedding. The business put out a statement asking the community "to extend grace and listen to one another."
DC pizza shop owner calls for unity after facing backlash from locals for congratulating Trump
The owner of a D.C. pizzeria faced backlash from locals after congratulating President-elect Trump on his election victory, but said she believed most Americans want unity.
Google accused of 'woke' new Christmas ad with 'nonbinary' beauty influencer
A Google Shopping ad featuring a nonbinary social media influencer sparked online backlash after it was reposted to X by a conservative commentator.
Walmart CEO addresses rollback of DEI programs: 'Going to continue to make the best decisions we can'
Walmart CEO John Furner confirmed the retail giant would be rolling back its DEI programs, including reviewing grants and ditching the term "DEI" altogether.