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In a St. Louis Starbucks, two employees fought off armed robbers and helped subdue them during a December 2023 incident, but weeks later were fired for allegedly not complying with company policy, triggering backlash over safety and corporate guidelines.
CBS News’ flagship 60 Minutes program is at the center of turmoil, with firings, internal disputes, and allegations of bias sparking questions about leadership and editorial direction at CBS News.
Tony Dokoupil paid a heartfelt tribute to Scott Pelley on CBS Evening News after Pelley's firing, praising his decades-long CBS/60 Minutes career and his commitment to truth, while noting the clash with new leadership that led to his departure.
Veteran anchor Scott Pelley was fired from 60 Minutes by new executive producer Nick Bilton after a heated meeting, highlighting leadership turnover at CBS News amid broader management changes and recent exits at the show.
CBS News fired veteran correspondent Scott Pelley from 60 Minutes, reflecting ongoing turmoil at the network amid leadership and programming shakeups.
The Washington Nationals fired Sean Hudson, their former Director of Community Relations, after a hidden video showed him admitting to blackballing pitcher Trevor Williams from social promotions due to Williams’ religious beliefs, triggering scrutiny and calls for action.
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.