Trump Appointees and Disruption of Institutions

David Brooks discusses Trump appointees and their anti-institutionalist tendencies, suggesting they are loyalists focused on disrupting institutions rather than reforming them.

Bill Maher's thoughts on President-Elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks and the need for disruption in the country

Bill Maher expresses mixed feelings about President-Elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks but acknowledges the need for disruption in the country due to bureaucratic bloat and excessive regulations. He criticizes experts for allowing the system to become sclerotic and constipated.

Anti-Israel Protesters Shut Down Golden Gate Bridge

26 people charged in connection to an anti-Israel protest that shut down the Golden Gate Bridge for nearly five hours, causing severe disruptions to hundreds of drivers and leading to multiple arrests.

Anti-Israel Protesters Disrupt Kamala Harris Campaign Speech

Democratic VP nominee Kamala Harris was interrupted by anti-Israel protesters during a campaign speech in Michigan. She responded by urging them to support Trump if they wanted, and continued her speech amidst the confrontation.

Global IT Outage Causing Chaos

An ongoing IT outage impacting companies worldwide is causing chaos and could take weeks to fix, with issues hitting Microsoft's 365 services and an update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. Cybersecurity experts warn of critical weaknesses and advise companies to review disaster recovery plans. Major delays reported at airports and disruptions affecting airlines, railways, and television stations.

Microsoft Outage Disrupts Airline Services Worldwide

Microsoft outage disrupts airline services worldwide, causing delays and manual processing at Hong Kong International Airport.

Climate Protesters Disrupt PGA Tour Event

Climate protesters stormed the green at the 18th hole of the PGA Tour's Travelers Championship in Connecticut, spraying red-colored smoke and causing a disruption during the tournament.

Naked Man Disrupts Virgin Australia Flight

Passengers on a Virgin Australia flight witnessed a naked man running through the aisle, causing the plane to turn back to Perth. The man was arrested by Australian Federal Police and taken to the hospital for assessments.

Chaos at Howard University Nursing Graduation Ceremony

A graduation ceremony for nursing students at Howard University in Washington, DC, ended abruptly and in chaos after angry family members were locked out when the auditorium hit capacity, resulting in a disturbance and cancellation of the event.

Solar Storm and Aurora Phenomenon

A solar storm is creating dazzling auroras across the globe, with the potential to disrupt communications. Scientists are monitoring the situation closely.

Solar Storm Threatens Global Disruption

A severe solar storm this weekend threatens to trigger blackouts, disrupt navigation systems, and knock out high-frequency radios worldwide. It is the first time since January 2005 that the U.S. Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 geomagnetic storm watch.

Protests at the University of Chicago

David Brooks discusses protests at the University of Chicago and expresses concern about disruptive behavior impacting learning and free speech on campus.

Pro-Palestinian protests at Harvard University

Harvard freshmen living in Harvard Yard are not disturbed by pro-Palestinian protests, despite claims of disruption. Video footage shows loud protests near freshman dorms. Some Jewish students report difficulty studying due to disruptive chants. The university has relocated some final exams due to protests.

Anti-Israel Student Protester Disrupts Event at Berkeley Law School

An anti-Israel student protester disrupted an event at Berkeley Law School hosted at the Jewish dean's residence, demanding divestment from corporations funding Israel's role in the conflict. The dean and his wife asked the protester to leave, citing respect for constitutional rights. The incident sparked controversy and highlighted tensions around the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Protesters disrupt President Biden's fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall

Protesters disrupt President Biden's fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall, expressing discontent with his policies on Israel and Russia. The event featured former Presidents Obama and Clinton as well as musical performances and raised over $25 million for Biden's re-election bid.

Impact of the BYD Seagull on the Global Automotive Industry

A small electric vehicle from China called the BYD Seagull is disrupting the global automotive industry with its low price and potential to challenge traditional automakers. This has caused concern among industry executives and politicians worldwide. The vehicle's success is attributed to efficient design, lower costs, and innovative battery technology.

Protesters disrupt Kyle Rittenhouse event at University of Memphis

Protesters disrupt Kyle Rittenhouse event at University of Memphis organized by Turning Point USA, leading to chaos and confrontations with attendees. Rittenhouse found not guilty on all counts in a previous case. School administrators allegedly leaked new ticketing information to protesters to disrupt the event.

Gold Star father disrupts Biden's State of the Union

Gold Star father arrested after disrupting Biden's State of the Union address to criticize the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.

Impact of AI on the Film Industry

AI is poised to revolutionize the film industry by enabling the creation of realistic videos, scripts, music scores, and more, potentially allowing for entire films or TV series to be made by a single person. This technological advancement is expected to democratize creativity but also poses challenges such as job displacement and copyright issues in Hollywood.

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Israeli Soldier's Event at UC Berkeley

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted an Israeli soldier's speaking event at UC Berkeley's campus, shouting derogatory terms at Jewish attendees. The protesters blocked the doors, physically assaulted some attendees, and forced their way into the event room. UC Berkeley officials apologized for the disruption and pledged to enforce rules against violent protests.

Underwater Communications Cable Attacks

Four underwater communications cables between Saudi Arabia and Djibouti have been struck out of commission, likely due to attacks by Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, causing a disruption in communications between Europe and Asia.