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MSU president exits amid board strife and a looming $2M pay debate
education19 hours ago

MSU president exits amid board strife and a looming $2M pay debate

Michigan State University is losing its president, Kevin Guskiewicz, who will depart for Clemson after less than 2½ years. The board had just doubled his pay to $2 million and enacted an ethics policy amid governance tensions and concerns over board conduct. The move has sparked questions about MSU’s next leader and broader debates on how university boards should be appointed, with Governor Whitmer criticizing the board’s actions as the university begins its search for a new president.

business3 days ago

S&P Global to Unify Data and Tech After Leadership Change

S&P Global announced that Saugata Saha, President of Market Intelligence and Chief Enterprise Data Officer, will depart on July 30, 2026, staying to ensure a smooth transition. The Enterprise Data Organization will move into the Chief Technology & Transformation Office under Firdaus Bhathena, unifying data and technology to accelerate AI integration and innovation, while the company reiterates its 2026 guidance.

PGA of America Replaces President After Ryder Cup Controversy
sports3 days ago

PGA of America Replaces President After Ryder Cup Controversy

The PGA of America has ousted president Don Rea Jr., suspending him for the remainder of his two-year term and naming vice president Nathan Charnes as acting president during a leadership transition, following criticism over his delayed response to unruly fan behavior at the Ryder Cup in Bethpage Black. The move comes as golf watchers note LIV Golf's funding questions and look ahead to two remaining majors this year (U.S. Open and Open Championship).

Sixers kick off hunt for new lead executive after Morey era ends
sports16 days ago

Sixers kick off hunt for new lead executive after Morey era ends

The Philadelphia 76ers have begun a search for a new lead basketball-operations executive after Daryl Morey’s departure, with Bob Myers serving as interim head and guiding the process. Elton Brand remains a key internal voice, while a wide field of candidates— including Dennis Lindsey, Vince Rozman, Matt Lloyd, Dave Telep, Dave Lewin, and agents Austin Brown and Alex Saratsis— are floated as potential fits.

Ukraine Dismisses Brigade Commander Over Kupyansk Supply Crisis
world1 month ago

Ukraine Dismisses Brigade Commander Over Kupyansk Supply Crisis

Ukraine’s General Staff acknowledged serious logistical breakdowns on the Kupyansk front after images of emaciated troops circulated online, saying Russian strikes on Oskil River crossings have complicated supply lines. The army dismissed the brigade commander and demoted a corps commander following an internal review that found failures to accurately report conditions on the ground. Troops are now being resupplied by watercraft and heavy drones as Kyiv reinforces air defenses and counter-drone capabilities to stabilize front-line operations amid ongoing fighting.

Nunes exits Trump Media as CEO to focus on security advisory role
politics1 month ago

Nunes exits Trump Media as CEO to focus on security advisory role

Former congressman Devin Nunes is stepping down as CEO of Trump Media & Technology, the company behind Truth Social, after more than four years at the helm. He said he will focus on his role as chairman of Trump’s intelligence advisory board and other ventures, with Kevin McGurn named interim CEO. The company has struggled financially, posting significant losses and a plunging stock price since going public, and while it once projected rapid growth, its actual performance so far has disappointed investors. Trump maintains majority control of the firm, whose long-term ambitions have yet to be realized.

Navy Secretary Ousted as Iran Blockade Presses On
politics1 month ago

Navy Secretary Ousted as Iran Blockade Presses On

Secretary of the Navy John Phelan was abruptly removed, with sources saying he departed “effective immediately” after friction over shipbuilding reforms and direct communication with Trump; Undersecretary Hung Cao will become Acting Secretary. The shakeup comes as the U.S. Navy continues a blockade of Iranian ports during a ceasefire, redirecting 29 vessels and boarding two ships, with officials not yet clarifying the reasons for Phelan’s departure.

Embark Studios parts ways with co-founder over misconduct allegations
business2 months ago

Embark Studios parts ways with co-founder over misconduct allegations

Embark Studios has mutually parted ways with co-founder and CCO Rob Runesson after sexual misconduct allegations. An external investigation found the claims unsubstantiated, but the company said the situation was unsustainable and decided to part ways. The allegations reportedly involved a female streamer of The Finals, who described uncomfortable requests for sexual conversations and favors.

Lululemon Faces Boardroom Tug-of-War as Founder Challenges Directors
business2 months ago

Lululemon Faces Boardroom Tug-of-War as Founder Challenges Directors

Lululemon is in a corporate power struggle as founder Chip Wilson battles the board while interim co-CEOs Meghan Frank and Andre Maestrini push a turnaround to revive a waning yoga-pants empire, pursuing faster product cycles, store upgrades, and diversification beyond yoga amid competition from Alo Yoga and Vuori, with Elliott Investment Management pressing for a new CEO and potential board changes.

US readies peak strikes on Iran as Epic Fury escalates
world2 months ago

US readies peak strikes on Iran as Epic Fury escalates

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the United States’ most intense day of strikes inside Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury, aiming to destroy Iran’s missile stockpiles, its navy, and its ability to develop nuclear weapons; Trump warned of consequences to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a drone attack hit the Ruwais refinery in the UAE, and Trump suggested talks could occur with Iran’s leadership.