Ben & Jerry's alleges parent company CEO was fired over political posts in new court filing

Ben & Jerry's is accusing its parent company, Unilever, of firing its chief executive earlier this month over his support for Ben & Jerry’s political activism, in the latest development in an ...

NBC News - 19h

Ben & Jerry's claims CEO was unlawfully fired over political issues

Ice cream maker alleges CEO David Stever was fired for upholding company's social mission and that its parent company violated their contract.

CBS News - 18h

Ben & Jerry’s Accuses Unilever of Firing Its C.E.O. for Political Reasons

Ben & Jerry’s said in a court filing that its parent company had ousted its chief executive, David Stever, without approval from the ice cream maker’s board.

The New York Times - 14h

Ben & Jerry's claims parent company ousted its boss over political activism

Ice cream maker alleges the move is part of efforts by its parent company to silence its activism

BBC News - 1d

Ben & Jerry’s says chief ousted by Unilever over political activism

Ice-cream brand alleges parent is ‘dismantling’ merger agreement that protected its ‘progressive values’

Financial Times - 1d

Ben & Jerry’s claims Unilever ousted its CEO for his progressive stance

Ice-cream brand’s board says David Stever has been ‘removed’ for refusing to ‘oversee the dismantling’ of its values. Business live – latest updates Ben & Jerry’s has accused its parent group, ...

The Guardian - 1d

Purdue Pharma asks bankruptcy judge to accept new settlement plan

Purdue Pharma has filed a new bankruptcy plan as part of a $7.4 billion settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits over the company's alleged role in the opioid crisis, months after the Supreme ...

The Hill - 17h

New lawsuit alleges Education Department's Office for Civil Rights cannot fulfill responsibilities after cuts

A lawsuit filed Friday alleges the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is unable to fulfill its mandated obligations due to the Trump administration's changes as it seeks to ...

The Hill - 5d

Top Washington Post columnist quits after piece critical of Bezos is scrapped

Mace sued for defamation over allegations in stunning floor speech

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The Hill - 5d

Telegram CEO allowed to leave France amid investigation

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NBC News - 2d

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Inc. - Mar. 8

Companies should resist political pressures and stick to ESG, DEI commitments: Incoming DBS CEO

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CNBC - Mar. 12

Keep kids off Roblox if you're worried, its CEO tells parents

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BBC News - Mar. 13

Inside the Coolest New Ice Cream Truck to Hit the Market

Rivian outfitted two electric delivery vans for use as Ben & Jerry’s ice cream trucks. They’re pretty sweet.

Inc. - 6d

Big Company CEOs Join Small Businesses, as Economic Confidence Wanes Amid Tariffs

A new survey of Business Roundtable CEOs mirrors earlier drops in small-business confidence.

Inc. - 6d

Texas AG announces multiple arrests over alleged illegal abortions

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The Hill - 1d

Washington Post restructuring newsroom; columnist resigns

The Washington Post is planning a major overhaul of the outlet's newsroom as part of a new direction the company is headed under billionaire owner Jeff Bezos. Executive Editor Matt Murray wrote to ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

In big win, Luna notches signatures to force vote on parental proxy voting

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) notched enough support to force a floor vote on allowing proxy voting for new parents, circumventing House GOP leaders who oppose the measure and argue that it is ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Drake's record label files motion to dismiss his lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

In a court filing Monday, Universal Music Group stated that Drake “lost a rap battle that he provoked and in which he willingly participated.”

NBC News - 2d

L'Oreal CEO plays down the impact of U.S. tariffs, says he's 'not overly concerned'

L'Oreal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said he is "not overly concerned" over the impact of White House tariffs on the company.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Facebook whistleblower alleges ‘lethal carelessness’ in new book

Sarah Wynn-Williams, who worked at Facebook for six years, opens up about her experience at the tech giant, what she calls the company’s “lethal carelessness” and her views on Mark Zuckerberg in a ...

NBC News - Mar. 10

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil describes his arrest in new court filing

Mahmoud Khalil is set to appear before an immigration judge on March 27.

ABC News - 2d

Intel appoints Lip-Bu Tan as CEO to orchestrate turnaround at struggling chipmaker, stock jumps 12%

Intel said on Wednesday that Lip-Bu Tan is taking over as CEO, three months after Pat Gelsinger resigned from the post.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn alleges racist comments made by Illinois fans toward 13-year-old brother

Purdue is reportedly planning to file a report to the Big Ten over the incident

CBS Sports - Mar. 8

Newsmax reveals it agreed to pay Smartmatic $40M in settlement with the voting machine company

Newsmax agreed to pay Smartmatic $40 million as part of a settlement last year following the voting technology company’s election defamation lawsuit against the right-wing news outlet, according to ...

NBC News - 6d

Second federal judge orders White House to rehire fired probationary workers

The order from U.S. District Judge James Bredar came in a lawsuit filed by 19 states and the District of Columbia against multiple federal agencies alleging the mass firings are illegal.

CBS News - 6d

Romania's far-right presidential hopeful Diana Sosoaca files new candidacy bid despite previous ban

Controversial Romanian politician Diana Sosoaca, who was barred by a top court from entering last year’s annulled presidential election, has filed her candidacy in an unlikely bid to enter in the ...

ABC News - Mar. 13

DNC to make first major post-election investment into Wisconsin Supreme Court race

The Democratic National Committee is set to announce its earliest-ever new election cycle investment in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.

ABC News - 2d

Intel’s new CEO is putting his money where his mouth is

Lip-Bu Tan will purchase about $25 million in stock shortly after taking over as CEO, giving him immediate financial alignment with the moves he makes at Intel.

MarketWatch - 2d

Reinstated, but Not Back to Work: Fired Workers Linger in ‘Limbo’

More than a dozen federal agencies have reinstated employees and immediately placed them on administrative leave, according to court filings.

The New York Times - 11h

Appeals court denies Trump's bid to immediately reverse fired federal workers' reinstatement

A federal appeals court in a 2-1 decision Monday declined to immediately block a judge’s order that the Trump administration reinstate fired probationary employees at six federal agencies. The new ...

The Hill - 2d

Newsmax paid $40M to settle Smartmatic defamation claims: Filing

Conservative cable channel Newsmax paid $40 million to settle a 2020 election defamation lawsuit brought by voting systems software provider Smartmatic out of court, a new filing shows. The ...

The Hill - 5d

Intel’s stock is on a 5-day hot streak — but it’s still below last month’s highs

Despite excitement over Intel’s new CEO, shares are still below the company’s year-to-date highs — in February, when investors were expecting an imminent breakup.

MarketWatch - 1d

Intel hires former board member as new CEO in chipmaker's latest comeback attempt

Struggling chipmaker Intel has hired former board member and semiconductor industry veteran Lip-Bu Tan as the latest in a succession of CEOs to attempt to turn around the company that helped define ...

ABC News - Mar. 13

Washington Post editor resigns after accusing CEO of killing column

Washington Post columnist Ruth Marcus resigned Monday after accusing the paper's CEO and publisher of killing her column criticizing owner Jeff Bezos' latest editorial edict.

NBC News - Mar. 10

Russell Howard on how to tell parenting and political jokes without sounding corny: 'Authenticity is key'

Howard, who makes a stop at the Hollywood Improv on March 23, welcomed a son in May. Despite his new responsibilities, he found time to scour the news for fresh material.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Philippines’ ex-president Duterte sent to The Hague over drug war killings

Former leader arrested on International Criminal Court warrant over alleged crimes against humanity

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Minnesota fires coach Ben Johnson after 4 seasons at alma mater with 56-71 record

Minnesota fired coach Ben Johnson after four years of repeatedly rebuilding rosters at his alma mater

ABC News - Mar. 13

Minnesota fires men's basketball coach Ben Johnson after 4 seasons with 56-71 record

ABC News - Mar. 13

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