It must have been hard to bid farewell. From the early return of pandas to China, to Sam Altman saying goodbye to his CEO position. Learn more in this edition of Bwoglines!

Happening in the World: The National Zoo in the United States has announced the early return of its three giant pandas to China. This move leaves Zoo Atlanta as the sole U.S. facility with a giant panda program, but their loan agreement for the four pandas expires next year, raising the possibility of no pandas in the U.S. for the first time since 1972. The U.S., Britain, and Australia are all facing the possibility of being without pandas by 2024, amid challenges in diplomatic relations and the expiration of loan agreements. (NBC News)

Happening in the US: OpenAI’s new CEO, Emmett Shear, is investigating the firing of co-founder Sam Altman. Altman, ousted due to alleged lack of candor, was swiftly hired by Microsoft for their advanced AI research team. Shear aims to reform the management team and initiate an independent investigation. Despite the turmoil, both Shear and Microsoft express commitment to their partnership, enhancing Microsoft’s position in AI. (AP News)

Happening in NYC: Nearly 200 formerly homeless New Yorkers faced eviction in the past two years due to St. Nick’s Alliance, a city-funded nonprofit, failing to pay rent on time for their supportive housing. This highlights issues in NYC’s scattered-site supportive housing, involving leasing from private landlords and subleasing to individuals with special needs. Eviction threats arise when frustrated landlords take legal action over late payments from nonprofits. Despite delays, no tenants have been evicted yet, but the situation reflects broader challenges in the scattered-site system, including funding gaps, negligent landlords, and a lack of oversight. (Gothamist)

Happening in Our Community: Percussion mastermind Russell Greenberg, founder of Yarn/Wire, presents his first solo Pop-Up Concert at Miller Theatre on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 6 PM. Joined by trumpeter Nate Wooley for a special duo, Greenberg will perform adventurous percussion works. Doors open at 5:30 PM for the hour-long event with free admission and first-come, first-served onstage seating. Attendees can enjoy complimentary drinks and mingle with musicians and fellow concertgoers after the show. More details here.

People Gathered Watching A Panda Mascot by Jeffrey Czum via Pexel