
Starbucks Korea ousts country head after tank-themed promo sparks backlash
Starbucks Korea fired its country head in response to a controversial tank-themed promotion that sparked public outrage and scrutiny of the company’s marketing decisions.
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Starbucks Korea fired its country head in response to a controversial tank-themed promotion that sparked public outrage and scrutiny of the company’s marketing decisions.

Former Jaguars coach Urban Meyer lost a $30 million arbitration claim over his 2021 firing; though his five-year contract was valued at roughly $50-60 million, the arbitrator sided with Jacksonville on the 'for cause' termination, pointing to Meyer's tumultuous tenure and off‑field controversies, with the team saying the firing wasn't tied to a single incident and Meyer potentially pursuing further court action.

Melissa Barrera tells Variety that Scream 7’s returning cast are 'scabs' after she was fired over Gaza comments; she notes the upheaval—new director, new star, and Neve Campbell's return—while accusing the film of nostalgia-baiting and questioning its reported box office, though she remains grateful to the earlier directors.

Former Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett revealed on Rob Bradford’s podcast that he originated the viral ‘pants’ insult tied to Alex Cora’s firing. Bradford had posted the quip on X, and Beckett said it fit the moment and that Cora was the right coach to steady the team. Boston sat 12-19 in the AL East amid fan unrest—including a Fenway banner calling for Breslow’s ouster and the team’s sale. Cora was fired on April 25, with Chad Tracy as interim manager, and he plans to spend time with his family this season.

Fired Red Sox manager Alex Cora texted reporters saying 'I’m happy' hours after his firing, posted celebratory photos with his staff, and later turned down the Phillies job to spend time with family. He sent a mass email thanking the organization, praising staff, and urging fans not to take Fenway Park for granted, signaling a heartfelt, if controversial, exit from Boston.

Alex Cora posted an emotional thank-you to Red Sox fans on X after being fired following a 10-17 start, ending a seven-season run that included the 2018 title and a 2020 suspension. With interim manager Chad Tracy, Boston’s offense has struggled in 2026, leaving the team last in the AL East at 12-17 and prompting questions about a turnaround.

First Lady Melania Trump denounced Jimmy Kimmel's jokes as 'hateful and violent rhetoric,' aligning with President Trump in calling for Kimmel to be fired after a mocked WHCD skit, as gunshots briefly disrupted the event and the gunman was detained.

The U.S. Justice Department fired four prosecutors accused of bias against anti-abortion activists, a rare move signaling renewed emphasis on impartiality within federal prosecutions.

Three FBI agents were fired after their involvement in a Trump-related investigation and have filed a lawsuit seeking reinstatement of their positions.

Jesse Metcalfe says he was effectively written out of Desperate Housewives after season 1, with creator Marc Cherry deciding the focus should shift away from his character. He then pursued the film John Tucker Must Die, hoping to become a movie star, but that career didn’t take off. He later found success on TV with Dallas and Chesapeake Shores, and has since discussed on-set drama from the ABC series.
The White House says it fired NTSB board member Todd Inman after highly concerning reports of on-the-job alcohol use, harassment of staff, misuse of government resources, and missed meetings; Inman denies the allegations, calls it a political hit job, and says he will pursue legal options as the board’s composition evolves.

Georgia Tech fired head coach Damon Stoudamire after the Yellow Jackets’ 12th straight loss capped an 11-20 season (2-16 ACC); interim coach Greg Gary will lead the program as Tech searches for a new coach following Stoudamire’s 42-55 three-year tenure.

National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman says he was fired by the Trump administration, becoming the second NTSB board member to allege removal and fueling scrutiny of the agency’s leadership.

YouTube creator MrBeast reportedly fired a video editor after insider-trading allegations linked to Kalshi, a regulated event-trading platform.

NBC News, citing multiple sources, reports that at least six FBI employees tied to the 2022 Mar-a-Lago search were fired, with some saying as many as 10 overall were dismissed; the moves came as Director Kash Patel said his phone records were subpoenaed in connection with Trump investigations. The FBI Agents Association called the terminations a due-process violation, and there was no immediate comment from the White House or involved officials.