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Boston.com
4 months ago
US news

In New York Times op-ed, Claudine Gay says critics attacked her in 'war' against trusted institutions

Critics of Claudine Gay claim the events leading to her resignation as Harvard University president are part of a broader campaign to undermine American institutions.
Attacks on education and expertise are often the starting point of such campaigns, but other trusted institutions will also be targeted. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Education

Opinion | Claudine Gay Was Not Driven Out Because She Is Black

The idea that Claudine Gay's resignation from Harvard University was due to racism is not supported by evidence.
Gay's resignation was a result of allegations of plagiarism, not her race. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Law

Morning news brief

Hamas leader killed in explosion in Beirut
Harvard University President Claudine Gay resigns
Jury selection begins in transformative NRA trial [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Education

Harvard's Claudine Gay set to keep her near $900K annual salary despite resigning as university president

Outgoing Harvard President Claudine Gay will still earn nearly $900,000 a year despite resigning from her position.
Her new position on the faculty is expected to provide a salary comparable to or higher than her previous earnings. [ more ]
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Boston.com
4 months ago
US news

NRA chief Wayne LaPierre says he's resigning days before trial scrutinizing his leadership, spending

Wayne LaPierre, the longtime head of the National Rifle Association, is resigning just days before a New York civil trial that will examine his leadership.
LaPierre is accused, alongside other NRA executives, of illegally diverting millions of dollars from the organization for personal expenses.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is seeking to ban LaPierre and the other executives from leadership positions in any not-for-profit or charitable organization in New York. [ more ]
Washington Post
4 months ago
US news

NRA chief Wayne LaPierre announces resignation

Wayne LaPierre has resigned as the CEO of the National Rifle Association (NRA) amidst a fraud lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General.
LaPierre cited health reasons for his resignation and will continue supporting the NRA. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Ed Davey has serious questions to answer over Post Office scandal, victims say

Former Post Office branch managers believe Ed Davey should consider quitting over his role in the Horizon IT scandal.
Davey was accused of not addressing concerns about the faulty software before postmasters were prosecuted. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Career

I just quit - but why am I being denied my bonus for last year?

Employees may need to be employed at the time bonuses are paid in order to be eligible.
Non-compete agreements are difficult to enforce and many companies do not try to enforce them. [ more ]
sfist.com
4 months ago
San Francisco

Day Around the Bay: Head of SF Mayor's Affordable Housing Office Announces Departure

70 firefighters respond to 2-alarm fire in Outer Mission
Director of SF's affordable housing office resigns [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Chris Skidmore resigns Conservative whip over Sunak's oil and gas licence plan

Former Conservative minister Chris Skidmore is resigning as an MP in protest at the party's support for new oil and gas licenses.
Skidmore's resignation will trigger a by-election and presents a challenge for the prime minister.
Skidmore has been critical of the Conservative party's stance on climate change and misinformation. [ more ]
Truthout
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Appointee Resigns Over Administration's Response to Gaza Assault

Tariq Habash resigns over Biden's handling of Israel's war on Gaza
Growing dissent within the U.S. government over support for Israel's 'indiscriminate violence' against Palestinians in Gaza [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Embattled Sacramento City Council member resigns following federal indictment

Sacramento city council member Sean Loloee has resigned following federal charges related to hiring undocumented workers and cheating on COVID-19 relief funds.
The indictment by the U.S. Department of Justice accused Loloee of conspiracy, possession of false immigration documents, obstruction of agency proceedings, and wire fraud. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 months ago
Law

Scandal-Ridden Former Federal Judge Seeks To Squash Lawsuit That Started It All

Ethics complaints against judges often disappear when they resign or retire from their positions.
Judge David Jones is trying to have a lawsuit against him dismissed by claiming judicial immunity. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

MP Mike Freer says he fears for his life after office targeted in suspected arson attack

Conservative MP Mike Freer has resigned from his post as equalities minister due to fears for his safety following a suspected arson attack on his parliamentary office in north London.
Freer, who is not Jewish but represents a constituency with a large Jewish community, believes the attack may be related to his pro-Israel views. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US politics

Michael Flynn's Rhode Island Hall of Fame Inclusion Prompts Resignations

At least five board members who oversee the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame have resigned from the organization after Michael T. Flynn, the former national security adviser under Donald J. Trump, was chosen to be inducted in 2024.
Mets360
4 months ago
New York Mets

Two quick thoughts on Billy Eppler

It was a shock to everyone when Billy Eppler abruptly resigned just a few days after David Stearns took over as President of Baseball Operations.
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