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The gesture politics of Elon Musk’s salute

Letters: The SpaceX founder’s salute was ‘chilling’, writes Robert Saunders. Plus letters from John Gorenfeld, Martine Frampton and Simon Fowler

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2025

AOC Blasts ADL for Defending Elon Musk's 'Heil Hitler Salute' at Trump Inauguration: 'People Can Officially Stop Listening to You'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for defending Elon Musk's alleged "heil Hitler salute" at Donald Trump's inauguration.

Latin Times · Jan 21, 2025

Is Tesla Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold Ahead of Optimus Robot Production in 2025?

As Tesla positions itself at the forefront of the humanoid robotics revolution, should investors buy, sell, or hold the company’s shares?

Barchart · Jan 21, 2025

Top French Newspaper Ditches X Over 'Growing Toxicity,' Threatens to Leave Meta Next

The newspaper's editor-in-chief explained the update in a sweeping editorial published on Monday in which he also stated they are "redoubling vigilance" on several other platforms, including Meta and TikTok.

Latin Times · Jan 21, 2025

Musk accused of giving "Nazi salute"

"Historian of fascism here. It was a Nazi salute and a very belligerent one too," wrote NYU's Ruth Ben-Ghiat

Salon · Jan 21, 2025

Elon Musk’s gesture has drawn comparisons to Roman salutes by right-wing fans. But, what exactly is one?

The salute became popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries in artworks and theatre performances, showing Romans saluting as a way of greeting each other

The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025

Andrew Carnegie and the 19th-century ‘robber barons’ have lessons for today’s oligarchs about the responsibilities of wealth

When Mark Zuckerberg recently announced sweeping changes to his company Meta’s work practices in anticipation of a Trump 2.0 presidency, keen-eyed observers noticed the tech titan was wearing a wristwatch worth nearly US$900,000 (£837,000). It’s one of a range of high-end timepieces he has sported recently.

The Conversation · Jan 21, 2025

Musk’s X and Bluesky look to cash in on TikTok uncertainties with new video features

X and Bluesky have announced they are launching custom video feeds as TikTok faces an uncertain future in the U.S.

Fortune · Jan 21, 2025

Vivek Ramaswamy's departure as DOGE co-czar removes growing political liability for Elon Musk

The added controversy around Ramaswamy is the last thing Elon Musk needs as he races to cut $1 trillion from the federal budget before the 2026 midterm elections.

Fortune · Jan 21, 2025

Scholz Vows To 'Defend Free Trade' After Trump Tariff Threat

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday vowed to "defend free trade as the basis of our prosperity", a day after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs and taxes on trade partners.

International Business Times · Jan 21, 2025