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Car and Driver
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
Ford Recalls Nearly 200,000 Mustang Mach-E SUVs Because of Lock Malfunction
Ford is recalling 197,432 Mustang Mach-E SUVs from 2021 through 2025 model years over an issue that could trap children in the vehicle. The door locks may not open from the exterior when battery power is low, potentially leaving back-seat occupants who can't use the inside door release—particularly children—unable to get out of the vehicle. According to recall documents , the powertrain control module will need to be replaced on the affected vehicles. Ford has issued a recall of nearly 200,000 Mustang Mach-E SUVs from 2021–2025 model years to fix a problem that could unexpectedly lock rear passengers in the vehicle. The problem stems from a software glitch that appears when the car battery is low. The driver and front passenger may become locked out after leaving the vehicle and without the ability to open the doors from the outside. The issue is particularly concerning when rear-seat passengers are children who are unable to open the door latches from the inside. An indication that can warn owners is that, with the key off, the Sync infotainment screen displays a "system to save power" warning or a blank screen. Another indication is that when exiting the vehicle through a front door, the customer could notice that the inside release handle needs to be pulled farther than normal to unlatch the door. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries related to the issue, although several owners have reported that they have been locked out of their vehicles because of it. Ford states, in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), that 100 percent of the vehicles have this defect. The affected models entered production in February 2020 through June 2025. According to NHTSA, Ford plans to reach out to affected owners by mail starting June 23. In the meantime, Mustang Mach-E owners can get information on the NHTSA recalls website.
Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
Juneteenth In 2025: Embrace Empathy And Action In A Shifting Landscape
Juneteenth falls on June 19 and has often been celebrated to mark the end of slavery in the US. ... More (Photo by MARK FELIX/AFP via Getty Images) Juneteenth represents the historic emancipation day for enslaved people who gained their freedom on June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Fast-forward to 2021, when Juneteenth became a federal holiday, many organizations and leaders grappled with how to observe the day then and in the future. A survey showed that 40% of large organizations made space for Juneteenth. Those committed to inclusion have persevered while creating new memories around Juneteenth. Given the diversity and inclusion challenges we now face in 2025, the experience of Juneteenth will undoubtedly vary. This article will highlight an example of how one CEO acknowledges Juneteenth and provide tips on how inclusive leaders can authentically observe the holiday. Penzeys Spices is on a mission to make the world a better place I recently received an email from Bill Penzey, CEO of Penzey's Spices. I have long appreciated the organization's commitment to inclusion. Today's message highlighted the importance of Juneteenth. It stood out because there's not a lot of retail hoopla around Juneteenth sales in my region. The message boldly confronts injustice and racism, proclaiming that Black Lives Still Matter. We need to see more of this bold leadership when advocating for inclusion. In the past, I have dubbed Penzey's as an Inclusion Hero of the Week. The article feedback was mostly positive, and I received messages from those who disagreed with the designation. Varied perspectives will also show up in the workplace. Not everyone will believe in the importance and priority of Juneteenth. That is expected because each individual is at a different place on the inclusive leadership journey. The new administration in the White House has pushed for changes around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Traces of Juneteenth proclamations and celebrations have vanished or archived. Since leadership sets the tone, many organizations have tweaked Juneteenth plans. As such, employees committed to inclusion will face more challenges in the broader adoption of Juneteenth in the workplace. Acknowledge Juneteenth and have some fun with it. How? Participate in workplace programming activities, local libraries, or community organizations. Juneteenth activities are available for those intentionally seeking to participate and learn. If the organization hasn't prioritized Juneteenth, consider being the trailblazer, creating a more inclusive space. Start small with a lunch and learn activity for the leadership team that's low-cost but significant. Leaders set the tone, so showing inclusion and commitment will encourage team members to follow suit. When a leader acknowledges Juneteenth, the action provides deep meaning for impacted parties. It signals sponsorship and advocacy support that sometimes needs those in higher positions to help advance organizational changes. Leaders don't have to be the experts on Juneteenth because there are many nuances around sensitivities of the topic of slavery, reparations, and more. However, it does mean there's a commitment to inclusion that the leader is willing to make and take a stand for. Please pay attention to language and ensure it's inclusive. Additionally, be self-aware of body language and words related to Juneteenth's historical significance. For example, if courageous conversations about the impact of slavery in today's workplace cause discomfort, additional resources may be required to strengthen the leader's toolkit. These suggested actions help leaders build more meaningful relationships with employees. Connecting with the organization's resource groups can help build awareness around cultural significance. These stakeholders can share impactful lived experiences and ideas to help leadership get involved. The key is being open to learning and leveraging mentoring through these groups. Additionally, engagement survey data can provide insights into the experiences of employee groups. If the data is unavailable, consider upgrading survey questions to gain insights into what actions employees want organizations to take around acknowledging and celebrating Juneteenth.
CNET
a day ago
- Health
- CNET
Looking for Real-Time Support During Men's Health Month? Meet Your AI Wellness Assistant
June is Men's Health Month, and if there's one thing I've noticed in all the health-related emails that proliferate my inbox daily, it's that they're largely targeted toward women's health. It made me wonder if there's more support for men about staying healthy, too. I was sifting through different AI health tools when I found Docus, which stood out to me because while it was a health platform, it specifically supports men and their health concerns -- think hormone levels, cardiovascular health and supplement recommendations. I dove into it to explore how men can use artificial intelligence for support on their health journey. What is Docus, and how does it use AI? Docus is an AI-powered health platform launched in 2021 in response to co-founders Robert Sargsyan and Gevorg Nazaryan's personal experience with a friend diagnosed with a disease. They sought out a second opinion to diagnose the illness and provide care. This inspired them to create Docus as a way to remove the limitations that geography and language -- both spoken and cultural -- can create when connecting people with medical expertise. Docus is available on a free plan upwards of $15/month, and aims to democratize health information so people understand and manage their unique health needs with personalized AI-powered insights. This includes interpreting your lab tests and bloodwork -- typically done annually and not always covered by insurance -- and offering tailored supplement recommendations, as well as exercise plan suggestions. A detailed report explains its relation to your goals, recommended dosage amount and any relevant safety notes. While no subscription is required to explore the detailed report, purchasing the supplement kits starts at $40/month. Docus also supports men's wellness by providing bloodwork insights for male-specific biomarkers you input into the system (examples include: low testosterone, hair loss and male fertility issues) and space to describe concerns that AI can evaluate for needing attention while monitoring metrics and providing suggestions. Just remember to speak to your own doctor about any recommendations an AI tool makes before taking them -- something Docus itself agrees with, as its insights can be validated by 350 connected specialists in both the US and Europe. How to use Docus AI to support men's health Docus / Screenshot by CNET This is how to use Docus AI to set up and tailor your account specifically in support of men's health: Visit Docus AI and create a free account with your email. Provide details about your age, lifestyle, health history and health goals to create a health profile -- like muscle mass, testosterone, stress and energy levels. Start a chat with the Docus AI health assistant where you can ask questions, describe your symptoms and say what you're worried about or want perspective on or a second opinion. If you have lab test reports (like testosterone, cholesterol or glucose), you can upload them directly. Docus does not sell your data, and follows HIPAA and GDPR compliances, as well as industry-standard seals that require security benchmarks. Yet, it's important to know that if you consent to a second opinion, naturally your information will be shared with the doctor providing medical advice. Docus' algorithm will analyze these and highlight abnormalities, patterns from repeated labs (which require a doctor's lab order) or other health risks. From here, Docus' algorithm will generate a health report with guidance or suggestions for follow-up care. You can also book a consultation with a clinician in the US or Europe to review results and answer questions about men's health. Docus lets you track health metrics over time, see patterns and help make lifestyle tweaks to aid prevention or ease symptoms. Should you use Docus AI? An exercise plan generated by Docus. Docus / Screenshot by CNET Docus is designed for men who want to take a more proactive, personalized approach to their health — whether they're worried about their testosterone levels, stress, energy or growing health risks as they age. The platform offers a blend of data from medical research and clinical guidelines, expert medical guidance (if you request a second opinion) and convenient digital tools to help men track their health over time, identify abnormalities or patterns and make lifestyle tweaks before small issues become big problems. It's especially helpful for those who appreciate having a clear snapshot of their health without needing to wait for a doctor's appointment or give an excuse for why to avoid going to one. According to a recent study, over 60% of men said they'd go to a doctor if it was convenient for them. So in this case, maybe Docus is a step in that direction -- a second opinion from a clinician alongside algorithm-informed guidance, without leaving your home. That said, Docus might not be for everyone. Some people prefer face-to-face care, or may find navigating a health platform confusing or impersonal. Those with complex health issues or ongoing health crises would be better served by a clinician's direct oversight. And everyone using it should double check with their doctor before following any recommendations suggested by AI. While I'm not a man, I believe that care tailored to men's health is beneficial for their partners and families. Providing men with tools, information and support to take an active role in their own health can help them feel that their health care is a way to help make sustainable lifestyle choices and seek help when they need it.
Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
Graduation And The True ROI – Transforming Lives And Communities
Across the country, many students have recently graduated. Parents and extended family gathered on campuses large and small to hear inspiring speeches about how students are 'just beginning' their lives – hence the word 'commencement.' These graduates are entering a workforce undergoing drastic change at a time when the value of a university education is increasingly questioned. In measuring this value, researchers often cite the 'ROI,' or return on investment, which states the benefit purely in economic terms. On those measures, a college education returns multiples of the costs for tuition and fees in the form of increased earnings throughout a career. The Georgetown Center for Education and the Workforce has calculated the ROI for college degrees by looking at median earnings after graduation and subtracting the average net price of attaining a bachelor's degree. From a financial perspective, the ROI at a public institution in 2021 was $174,000 after 10 years and $714,000 after 20 years. Over longer horizons, the return on investment exceeded $1,000,000 in all degree categories. Higher Education as a Hedge to Financial Uncertainty Such economic considerations are top of mind for today's graduates, who face a nearly unprecedented level of uncertainty in their future careers. The unemployment rate for recent college graduates is 5.8%, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's 2025 data. And yet unemployment rates for all young workers are significantly higher than for college graduates, ranging from 6.9% to 10% since 2021. The median salary for high school graduates is only $40,000, according to 2025 data from the National Association of Colleges and Employers, but average salaries for STEM graduates exceed $70,000, and exceed $60,000 for finance and accounting majors. Graduation Speeches and the Struggle between Ideals and Reality This year's graduation speeches from a mix of celebrities, politicians, and intellectuals have looked beyond economics to provide inspiration and hope for new graduates. Celebrities included Sara Bareilles at UCLA, and even Kermit the Frog at the University of Maryland. Politicians such as New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern spoke at Yale, while Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, spoke at Princeton. At Soka University of America (SUA), where I work, 127 students and their families celebrated their graduation at a commencement ceremony featuring actor and humanitarian Orlando Bloom as the keynote speaker. The power of SUA commencement was enhanced by the small and tight-knit community. SUA President Edward Feasel reminded students that they are part of 'the underlying current of history' as they engage in the 'constant struggle between ideals and reality.' Orlando Bloom reflected on his time in Japan when he met SUA's founder Daisaku Ikeda, who told him, 'The playwright August Strindberg wrote: 'The actor must control the role and not let the role control him.'' Ikeda continued, telling Bloom, 'The important thing is to remain true to yourself ... You don't define yourself solely in terms of your profession as an actor, or your work — that world is not enough for you, for you are dedicating your life to others.' This advice, to look beyond professional roles and employment, speaks to the larger value of higher education in a person's life. ASU and the Starbucks SCAP Partnership At the nation's largest R1 institution, Arizona State University, with over 180,000 students, 21,000 graduates and their families celebrated the occasion. ASU President Michael Crow noted in his opening that 'we have to take responsibility for the communities that we serve,' emphasizing the roles that universities play in society. The ASU graduation also included smaller ceremonies for the various schools and degree programs, such as the Starbucks graduation ceremony, which arises from a long-term collaboration between Starbucks and ASU for workers seeking college degrees. The Starbucks partnership, known as the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), has provided 100% coverage for eligible employees pursuing their first bachelor's degree. Starbucks has found that the SCAP students are retained for 50% longer than non-participants, and are promoted at nearly three times more. Since 2014, SCAP has enabled over 16,000 Starbucks workers to earn ASU diplomas. Over 26,000 employees are currently enrolled, bringing benefits to Starbucks as well as the surrounding communities. At the SCAP ceremony celebrating 1100 new graduates, Crow reminded the audience that 'as a human being, when you have a capacity to learn anything, you will not be left behind' and urged the graduates to 'take your learning and do something with it other than being selfish.' Many SCAP students overcome significant obstacles during their educational journey. Graduates such as Samant Karkar, left college for financial reasons and took a job at Starbucks. She subsequently enrolled in a Health Science program at ASU and plans to work on reducing food insecurity to 'bring food banks and food distribution agencies to communities in need.' Higher Education and Responsibility to Communities Another new ASU graduate, Cecilia Alcantar-Chavez, has degrees in mechanical engineering and an international MBA. One of 11 siblings and one of the first in her family to attend college, she grew up on a raisin farm in the central valley of California. She served as student body president of the ASU Polytechnic campus, founded two student clubs, wrote scientific grants for carbon removal technologies, and worked in Washington, D.C. through the Department of Education. She also worked as a teaching assistant for Michael Crow and Professor Derrick Anderson in their innovative co-taught class, 'Science, Technology and Public Affairs.' Students in this course designed and presented ideas for lunar bases, smart cities, ocular implants, coral reef restoration and other projects. Cecilia's life speaks to the power of higher education, and she says that 'it is no coincidence that the U.S. has done so well and has some of the best universities in the world.' She notes that universities are 'profoundly interconnected in so many aspects of our life: health, education, economics, everything.' Alcantar-Chavez's experience enabled her to 'learn and grow' as she explored 'all these different possibilities that you would never have thought of before,' including learning 'responsibility to communities you're part of and also those you don't think you're really a part of, but you are." Education for Empathy at Soka University of America At Soka University of America, a liberal arts college in California rooted in the Buddhist values of courage, compassion and community, the emphasis on being part of a global community is central to its mission of fostering global citizens. Class of 2025 graduate Muchindu Mwananyanda, who was born in Lusaka, Zambia, and has lived in Botswana and South Africa, reflected on how being part of SUA's global student community changed his life through deep connections with faculty and staff. After taking an international studies course titled 'Plagues and Peoples' in his second year, Mwananyanda's studies opened him up to a future in health professions. The course introduced him to the ethical dimensions involved in studying and treating diseases around the world. He realized that to prevent an epidemic, it's not only necessary to perform research, but to 'care about the dignity of everyone's life' in order to 'provide aid as soon as possible and save as many lives as you can.' The small seminar format not only taught him about the complexity of the issues, but also where he stood morally and how to empathize with the people who disagreed with him. Mwananyanda is taking his education further with graduate studies in health and international development at the London School of Economics. These inspirational students demonstrate how, for millions of college graduates, universities provide abundant ROI in multiples of value to the communities that graduates serve. For colleges as large as ASU, with its 180,000 students, and for Soka University of America, with its 476 students, the positive impacts of higher education during this graduation season are being felt around the world. While these can be measured in dollars or numbers, the most significant and deepest impacts on individual lives and entire communities go beyond financial returns and are impossible to quantify.
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
No enforcement actions for micro businesses under Ops Gasak, assures Dr Fuziah
JOHOR BARU: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has assured that no enforcement action will be taken under Ops Gasak against micro businesses, such as self-service laundromats and small eateries. Deputy Minister Dr Fuziah Salleh stated that the clarification was made in response to the confusion and concern expressed by small traders who depend on subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for their operations. She said the presence of the ministry's enforcement officers on the premises was solely to collect data and feedback, which would later be presented to the Cabinet as part of a review of the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021. 'I want to stress that no action will be taken against small food stalls, roadside eateries or self-service laundromats until Ops Gasak concludes on Oct 31. 'When our enforcement team is on the ground, they are mainly there to gather data. Even stakeholder engagement sessions are part of our process to understand LPG usage and its implications for end users,' she added. She said this in a press conference after attending a meeting with Johor LPG industry stakeholders held at a hotel here on Thursday (June 19). Fuziah said the ministry has been carrying out Ops Gasak since May 1 because subsidised LPG has been misused by certain ineligible commercial sectors, particularly hotels. 'I personally visited hotel laundry areas where subsidised gas was used to wash towels and bedsheets. This is an example of leakage. 'We can guarantee that enforcement action will not be taken if micro traders use subsidised LPG until Oct 31. Once we complete data collection, it will be tabled as recommendations for policy consideration,' she said. She added that the Cabinet has agreed to revisit the amendments to the Supply Control Regulations, but no final decision has been made. Fuziah also reminded business owners that those storing more than three cylinders of subsidised LPG must apply for a permit for safety reasons. 'Previously, under the amended Act, permit holders were required to use non-subsidised gas. That is why a review is necessary,' she added. She said the ministry was now reviewing the system to ensure traders still apply for permits, but would not be forced to switch to unsubsidised gas. 'The engagement is valuable because it gave traders a chance to ask questions and raise concerns about licensing. These permits are vital to ensure safety and to prevent leakage of subsidised LPG in the commercial sector,' she said. Ops Gasak was launched on May 1 to tackle the misuse and diversion of subsidised LPG cylinders, particularly involving medium- and large-scale industry players. The operation also targets illegal decanting activities where subsidised LPG was transferred into commercial or non-subsidised cylinders for resale or smuggling purposes. Ops Gasak would run until Oct 31 under the Supply Control Regulations (Amendment) 2021, which came into force on Oct 15, 2021.
