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MSU President Guskiewicz Reaffirms Stay, Accepts $1.5M Salary
education5 days ago

MSU President Guskiewicz Reaffirms Stay, Accepts $1.5M Salary

MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz will remain at Michigan State University after briefly planning to leave for Clemson; in a Monday community letter, he acknowledged the uncertainty caused by recent events, apologized for the disruption, and expressed his commitment to MSU. The Board of Trustees had already pursued retention through a high-salary package—doubling his base to $2 million and extending his contract to 2031—along with governance changes, though the decision now centers on a $1.5 million salary funded by non-university resources and taking effect in October. The episode followed his departure announcement in May and raised questions about leadership, including Athletic Director J Batt's status; community signs of support appeared during the period.

Pochettino's USMNT Blueprint Powers 2026 World Cup Push
sports9 days ago

Pochettino's USMNT Blueprint Powers 2026 World Cup Push

Mauricio Pochettino, 54, has led the United States men’s national team since August 2024, guiding a co-host to a group win at the 2026 World Cup and toward a Round of 32 clash with Bosnia and Herzegovina; a former PSG, Chelsea and Tottenham boss (reaching the 2019 CL final), he is the USMNT’s first national-team coach, a former Argentina defender, and he’s reportedly earning about $6.04 million in base salary—making him the third-highest-paid international coach, funded in part by Ken Griffin; his USMNT record stands 17-1-11 with a 2-0 debut win vs Panama; he hails from Murphy, Argentina.

Russini’s Athletic Salary Under Scrutiny Amid Times-Backed Deal Talks
business17 days ago

Russini’s Athletic Salary Under Scrutiny Amid Times-Backed Deal Talks

The New York Times profile on Dianna Russini recounts her move from ESPN to The Athletic, noting The Athletic paid near $800,000 annually and was negotiating a renewal when a story about her relationship with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel emerged; The Athletic is conducting an internal investigation amid tensions within The Times Company, with a final report expected soon.

Makhachev claims Topuria’s $20 million demand derailed UFC dream bout
sports21 days ago

Makhachev claims Topuria’s $20 million demand derailed UFC dream bout

Islam Makhachev says a potential unification fight with Ilia Topuria collapsed after Topuria’s camp reportedly demanded around $20 million, an eight-figure payout the UFC wouldn’t meet; Topuria’s manager gave a different account, but Makhachev maintains the talks ended due to the big payday and insists his hand injury wasn’t the reason. The White House event ended with Topuria losing to Justin Gaethje, and Makhachev is now set to defend his title against Ian Garry at UFC 330 on Aug. 15.

Teradata Freezes Raises to Fast-Track AI Transformation
business1 month ago

Teradata Freezes Raises to Fast-Track AI Transformation

Teradata told its about 5,100 employees that 2026 salary increases would be paused to reallocate funds to AI investments, with performance bonuses and equity still possible; the move mirrors a broader trend of funding AI by cutting compensation, as seen with TTEC's paused 401(k) matches, while analysts note AI spending is rising but remains a relatively small share of revenue, raising concerns about morale as workforces adapt.

Lochte swaps lanes for Missouri State coaching gig paying about $34/hour
sports2 months ago

Lochte swaps lanes for Missouri State coaching gig paying about $34/hour

Olympic swimming legend Ryan Lochte has joined Missouri State University’s swimming staff as an assistant coach, earning about $34 per hour (roughly $30,000 annually with potential bonuses). After falling in love with Springfield during a visit with his girlfriend, Gillihan, Lochte proactively reached out to coach Dave Collins and decided to pursue coaching as a new career path, combining hard-nosed training with his passion for helping younger swimmers.

Friends Stars Still Cashing In: Kudrow Reveals $20M Yearly Residuals
entertainment2 months ago

Friends Stars Still Cashing In: Kudrow Reveals $20M Yearly Residuals

Lisa Kudrow says the Friends cast still earns about $20 million per year in residuals from re-airings (per The Times), attributing it to the show's enduring popularity and the cast's performances; she notes they once earned roughly $22,500 per episode in early seasons and up to $1 million per episode in later seasons, praising her co-stars and the lasting impact of Friends.

Alabama Extends DeBoer with Seven-Year, $12.5M-a-Year Deal
sports2 months ago

Alabama Extends DeBoer with Seven-Year, $12.5M-a-Year Deal

Alabama’s Board of Trustees approved a seven-year extension for head coach Kalen DeBoer, boosting his annual salary to $12.5 million and placing him among the top five paid college football coaches; the deal includes a stepped buyout schedule of $10 million through January 2027, $8 million through January 2028, and $6 million through January 2029, and DeBoer reaffirmed his commitment to Alabama despite prior Michigan interest.

A’ja Wilson inks historic three-year WNBA supermax with the Aces
sports-business2 months ago

A’ja Wilson inks historic three-year WNBA supermax with the Aces

A’ja Wilson signed a three-year supermax with the Las Vegas Aces, making her the highest-paid player in WNBA history. The deal starts at $1.4 million in 2026 and could exceed $4.7 million with maximum raises, surpassing the previous record. Wilson’s commitment follows a wave of team-friendly deals from fellow Aces to retain a championship core through 2028.

21 Surprising High-Paying Jobs That Don’t Need a Degree
business3 months ago

21 Surprising High-Paying Jobs That Don’t Need a Degree

BuzzFeed compiles Reddit-type anecdotes about 21 jobs that pay surprisingly well, many without a degree—from poker dealers and train conductors to funeral-industry roles, MRI technologists, nursing-home administrators, UPS drivers, and plumbers—illustrating six-figure potential through skilled trades, seniority, or specialization, often with long hours and overtime.

Taylor Frankie Paul Still Earns Full Bachelorette Salary Despite Show Cancellation
entertainment3 months ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Still Earns Full Bachelorette Salary Despite Show Cancellation

Taylor Frankie Paul is reportedly receiving her full six-figure salary for The Bachelorette (around $250,000) even though ABC scrapped season 22 before it aired, because she completed filming and fulfilled her contract. The Hollywood Reporter notes ABC could face $30 million-plus in losses if the season never airs; Paul also stars on Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and is amid ongoing investigations into other incidents.

New WNBA CBA Pushes Rookie Pay Higher, Elevating Clark, Bueckers and Reese
sports3 months ago

New WNBA CBA Pushes Rookie Pay Higher, Elevating Clark, Bueckers and Reese

A new WNBA collective bargaining agreement raises rookie salaries across the board, with the No. 1 pick in 2026 set to earn a $500,000 base this season and escalating each year (to $520k, $572k, and $646,360 by the final year). The 2025 draftees’ scale is reduced by 4% for 2026, meaning stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers will see substantial increases under the new framework and could reach max or supermax levels as the league’s business grows.

Patricia Tops College Football Pay Scale as OSU Announces Record Assistant Salaries
sports4 months ago

Patricia Tops College Football Pay Scale as OSU Announces Record Assistant Salaries

Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia signed a three-year deal that pays $3.75 million in 2026 (rising to $3.85 million in 2027 and 2028), making him the highest-paid coordinator in college football. OSU also disclosed new contracts for other assistants, including Arthur Smith at $1.5 million in 2026 and $2 million in 2027, and overall the Buckeyes’ 2026 coaching payroll will total about $15.3 million as the program expanded its staff.