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A new court filing reveals that Elon Musk sent text messages to top officials at OpenAI. No specific subject matter of the texts was detailed in the filing.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a lawsuit against the New York Times. The agency alleges the company engaged in discrimination against a White male worker. The EEOC is a federal agency that enforces civil rights laws. The suit claims discrimination based on sex and race related to DEI policies. The commission alleges the company violated federal law by passing over a white male employee for a deputy real estate editor position. The lawsuit claims the male candidate was bypassed in favor of a multiracial female candidate.

Hebrew Union College President Andrew Rayfeld announced the decision to discontinue two of the school's three domestic residential rabbinical programs. Rayfeld stated the institution could no longer afford to maintain all three separate programs.

June Squibb has become the oldest actor in history to receive a Tony nomination at age 96.

Mayor Momdani announced today that five new public schools will open this fall in the Bronx and Queens. The new institutions will include the Bronx School of Hip Hop. Hip-hop museum historian Miles Marshall Lewis stated the schools aim to use hip-hop elements for education. This initiative aims to preserve and promote hip hop heritage. The announcement was made via local reporting. The institution aims to provide education and training in hip hop culture and arts. Social studies teacher Tamara Spears stated that this approach offers a different feel for students compared to traditional text-based learning. Schools Chancellor Samuel announced that new soccer pitches will be built at PS 112, the Bronxwood School, MS 394 in Brooklyn, PS 102, Bayview, and PS 40 in Staten Island.

A United Nations employee has been suspended following an assault at a drive-thru.

A fifth confirmed case of measles has been reported in New York City. Additionally, Nassau County has reported its first confirmed case of the virus this year. This marks the first instance of the virus in the county for the current year. The announcement marks a continued presence of the virus within the city limits. Health officials confirmed a fifth case of measles in New York City. Officials are currently attempting to notify individuals who may have been exposed to the virus. The notification concerns individuals who may have been in contact with an infected person. Residents are advised to monitor for symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary. The person visited two restaurants, a performance venue, and multiple healthcare facilities while carrying the virus.

Goldman Sachs has submitted filings to the Securities and Exchange Commission to launch a Bitcoin fund. Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin-related fund with the U.S. The filing indicates the fund will focus on Bitcoin futures. VanEck has made a bullish five-year prediction for Bitcoin, joining other firms like BitWise. Bitcoin is trading near $77,000, with one billionaire investor potentially influencing the rally.

A series of key labor market reports are expected to be released in the United States this week. The Job Openings, Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report is scheduled for today. ADP will release private sector payroll data on Wednesday.

Kimberlé Crenshaw has released a new memoir detailing her career and personal journey. The publication is described as a reflection on her professional path.