2025.02.04

It’s clear why Trump blames DEI for everything Judith Levine Everyone but the credulous media seems to understand what’s behind Trump’s attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/feb/04/trump-dei-judith-levine

Neil Gaiman: accuser files civil lawsuit alleging rape, sexual assault and human trafficking Author’s former nanny accuses him of sexual assault and his estranged wife Amanda Palmer of ‘procuring’ her to be abused Sian Cain and agencies https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/feb/04/neil-gaiman-accuser-files-civil-lawsuit-rape-sexual-assault-allegations-ntwnfb

No worries ifn you ain’t a believer in Climate Change — your insurance company is. State Farm seeks emergency 22% rate hike in California after LA wildfires State’s largest home insurer, which has paid customers over $1bn, claims fires put firm under increased financial strain Marina Dunbar https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/03/state-farm-emergency-insurance-hike-california-wildfires

Johnnie Walker owner Diageo says Trump tariffs could hit profits by $200m UK drinks company considering possible price rises as shares fall despite strong Guinness sales Julia Kollewe https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/feb/04/johnnie-walker-owner-diageo-trump-sales-recovery

Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot in the works with Sarah Michelle Gellar returning to the titular role Oscar-winning director – and longtime Buffy fan – Chloé Zhao is onboard to direct, with Dolly Parton as executive producer Sian Cain https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/feb/04/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-reboot-sarah-michelle-gellar-returning-hulu