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Fidji Simo, OpenAI's product and business chief, will step down to focus on recovery from a severe exacerbation of a chronic illness (POTS) and will transition to a part-time advisory role. She had taken medical leave in April, with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and President Greg Brockman acknowledging her contributions as she begins this next phase.
Senate GOP leaders say they have spoken to Mitch McConnell by phone in the past two days; the Kentucky senator has been hospitalized since June 14 after a medical emergency, with officials providing limited updates on his condition and leaving questions about leadership duties as Congress continues.
Mojtaba Khamenei did not attend his father Ali Khamenei's funeral as senior regime figures, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, joined thousands in Tehran. The absence has fueled speculation about Mojtaba's health since his March appointment, while funeral ceremonies unfold across Tehran, Qom and Iraq with millions expected to participate.
The Subnautica 2 legal battle between Krafton and Unknown Worlds ends in a settlement; Ted Gill, briefly reinstated as CEO, steps down as new leadership takes over, while Krafton funds expanded bonuses for the devs and Unknown Worlds continues leading development with external leadership and continued support.
The WNBA is under fire after Alyssa Thomas’s one-game suspension for a throat strike on Caitlin Clark, with commissioner Cathy Engelbert condemning hate while critics argue the league mishandled notification and accountability, revealing broader concerns about leadership and player safety in the league.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will help launch the Nancy Pelosi Institute at UC Berkeley, a $50 million, programmatic center opening in spring 2027 to train future leaders in democracy, human rights, climate, and economic equity. Pelosi has already raised about $25 million toward the campaign and plans to bring together bipartisan visitors and even co-teach a class as part of the initiative.
Comcast revealed a tax-free plan to split its media assets NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate publicly traded company from its technology businesses, with the move expected to complete in about a year. Co-CEO Mike Cavanagh will run NBCUniversal, while former CFO Michael Angelakis becomes CEO of Comcast; Brian L. Roberts stays as chair. Comcast intends to retain up to 19.9% of NBCUniversal for up to a year to monetize later, aiming to unlock entrepreneurial management and bolster global competitiveness in media and connectivity. The news sent Comcast shares up as much as 23% in premarket trading.
Darializa Avila Chevalier, who defeated CHC Chair Adriano Espaillat in NY-13, is set to join the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, but caucus members say she must align with their priorities on immigration and other issues, prompting a leadership transition and tests of unity within the group.
JPMorgan Chase named Doug Petno and Troy Rohrbaugh as co-presidents, with Petno running the Commercial & Investment Bank and Rohrbaugh taking over Consumer & Community Banking, replacing Marianne Lake who is retiring; the moves advance Jamie Dimon's succession plan and reshape leadership of the bank's two largest operating units.
Meta’s post-2022 drive for speed and AI progress used mass layoffs, role reassignments, and keystroke monitoring, which severely hurt morale and trust. Executives, including Andrew Bosworth and Mark Zuckerberg, have publicly acknowledged mistakes and begun modest reforms, but analysts say real change requires credible accountability and sustained leadership—amid worker protests and unionization efforts that keep the culture debate in the spotlight.
The Portland Trail Blazers named Micah Nori head coach, elevating him from a five-year run as lead assistant with the Minnesota Timberwolves; the team touted his extensive playoff experience, player development skills, and culture-building leadership as the franchise eyes its next era.
The Wendy's Company announced the appointment of Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026, succeeding Ken Cook who will remain in an advisory role through July. Cirulis previously served as CFO and CSO at Potbelly Sandwich Works and has held senior strategy and finance roles at Panera Bread, McDonald's and Gap, Inc. CEO Bob Wright says Cirulis will help lead Wendy's turnaround, drive topline growth and improve franchisee profitability, with the board recognizing Ken Cook's contributions.
Sir Keir Starmer met Andy Burnham to discuss an orderly transition after announcing his resignation as prime minister. Access talks with civil servants will be opened to Labour leadership hopefuls to prepare for government, with Burnham the only declared contender and potentially able to take office as early as 17 July if unchallenged. The discussions will cover forming a government, policy priorities, and security briefings, while Starmer suspends major policy decisions until a new PM is in place. Burnham has pledged to follow Labour’s fiscal rules and not raise core tax rates; other potential candidates are being considered by some MPs.
The Federal Reserve announced the passing of former Chair Alan Greenspan (1987–2006), praising his disciplined monetary policy, achievement of price stability, and lasting influence on the Fed and economics, while extending condolences to his family.
Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus says design remains Apple’s core focus and hints at a shakeup of the design team, signaling a shift from Tim Cook’s leadership; the first products under his watch are expected to include the iPhone 18 in September 2026, with broader plans for a redesigned lineup, including a possible iPhone Fold and camera-equipped AirPods by 2027.