Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay and women's rights activist, dies at 86
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Lilly Ledbetter, Whose Fight for Equal Pay Changed U.S. Law, Dies at 86
Her lawsuit against Goodyear helped pave the way for the 2009 Fair Pay Act, which was signed into law by former President Barack Obama.31 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay champion who inspired Fair Pay Act, dies aged 86
Ledbetter sued employer Goodyear in 1998 after finding out she was paid $6,500 less than lowest-paid male supervisor. Lilly Ledbetter, an equal pay advocate whose lawsuit against her employer ...44 minutes ago -
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Canada, India expel each other's diplomats in escalating dispute over assassination
Canada and India have each expelled six diplomats in tit-for-tat moves as part of an escalating dispute over the June 2023 assassination of a Sikh activist in Canada46 minutes ago - India -
Business - Inc.
How Lilly Ledbetter’s Fight for Equal Pay Impacted the American Workplace
Equal pay advocate Lilly Ledbetter died on October 12, leaving behind a legacy of activism and an eponymous act that has strengthened equal pay law.49 minutes ago -
Tech - The New York Times
Lillian Schwartz, Pioneer in Computer-Generated Art, Dies at 97
Early in the digital era, she worked at Bell Labs on the intersection of art and technology, making films and at one point arriving at a novel theory about the “Mona Lisa.”1 hour ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Canada, India Expel Diplomats in Escalating Dispute Over Sikh Activist's Killing
The decision is the latest flare-up between the countries since the killing of an activist in 2023.1 hour ago - India -
Business - Financial Times
Canada and India expel diplomats over killing of Sikh activist
Relations between two countries at new low after allegations by Canadian police of ‘clandestine activities’ by envoys1 hour ago - India -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Activist Investor Doubles Down on Calls for Executive Changes at BP
U.K. activist investor Bluebell Capital Partners is pushing BP to remove its chairman and lead independent director.2 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Fair-Wage Advocate Lilly Ledbetter Dies at 86
Her fight for equal wages inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009.2 hours ago -
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Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Human and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and Russia3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay trailblazer, dies at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, an activist for equal pay whose legal fight against her employer paved the way for the Fair Pay Act, has died. She was 86. Ledbetter worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in ...3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tom Donohue, former longtime Chamber CEO, dies
Tom Donohue, who led the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades before retiring in 2021, has died, the business lobbying giant announced Monday. The Chamber represents big business in ...3 hours ago -
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Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘The purpose is social good’: Watford Women draw unique US investment
As well as helping to make the team financially sustainable, new partnership with Sound of Gol aims to tackle inequality. American investment in English football clubs is on the rise – from Arsenal ...5 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Southwest’s stock falls after activist calls special meeting to elect new board
Southwest Airlines’ stock took a turn lower Monday, after activist investor Elliott Investment Management called for a special meeting to give shareholders a chance to elect “a completely ...5 hours ago -
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India recalls ambassador from Canada in growing dispute over allegation of involvement in assassination of Sikh activist
India recalls ambassador from Canada in growing dispute over allegation of involvement in assassination of Sikh activist6 hours ago -
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Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay and women's rights activist, dies at 86
Women's rights activist Lilly Ledbetter has died, according to a family representative. The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act became the first bill Barack Obama signed into law as president in 2009.6 hours ago -
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Briton died while climbing bridge for social media, Spanish authorities say
The unidentified 26-year-old man fell to his death while creating social media content, according to local authorities.6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Far-right leader who burned copies of Qur’an goes on trial in Sweden
Rasmus Paludan is accused of incitement against an ethnic group and insult in relation to gatherings in 2022. A far-right Danish-Swedish politician who burned copies of the Qur’an in Sweden has ...7 hours ago -
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American equal pay icon Lilly Ledbetter dies aged 86 - and Obama leads tributes
Alabama woman's case led to law, signed by Barack Obama, that gave Americans more rights to sue for pay discrimination.7 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
The California community caught between a powerful megachurch and far-right extremists
Shasta residents voted out an anti-establishment leader in favor of a business owner who attends the enormously popular yet controversial Bethel church. This is the third in a series of three ...8 hours ago - California -
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Salmond family pay tribute to 'devoted and loving' man
The family of the former first minister vow to continue his work for Scottish independence.8 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK bookmakers don’t want to (and probably won’t have to) pay more tax
Won’t somebody please think of Queen Camilla?8 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Women’s Super League: talking points from the weekend’s action
Signs do not look good for Eidevall, Kirby could push way back into England’s squad and Terland’s focus brings reward. The “Jonas out” painted on a wall outside the ground and the mock P45 waved ...9 hours ago -
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The fight for white women voters and Hezbollah strikes Israeli base: Morning Rundown
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are in a closely divided campaign for white women.10 hours ago - Israel -
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Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay icon, dead at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.10 hours ago -
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Can you name BBC Women's Footballer of Year winners?
As we mark the 10th year of BBC's Women's Footballer of the Year award, can you name all nine previous winners?15 hours ago -
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Ailing and silenced in prison, Belarus activist symbolizes the nation's repression
The last time any of Maria Kolesnikova’s family had contact with the imprisoned Belarusian opposition activist was more than 18 months ago16 hours ago -
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The Papers: 'Right time to buy into Britain' and university expenses
The papers lead on a variety of stories, including a business summit in the UK on Monday.16 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
European audit of democracy standards too positive, says human rights watchdog
European Commission report ‘completely ineffective as an enforcement tool’, according to civil liberties organisation. The European Commission’s exhaustive annual audit of democratic standards ...17 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Ruth Chepngetich Shatters the Women’s Marathon World Record in Chicago
The Kenyan runner became the first woman to break 2:10 in the marathon.18 hours ago -
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Children must not pay price of council cuts, commissioner says
Local government experts say councils made all the "easy cuts" years ago and still face shortfalls.19 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
'Fire Nick'? Sirianni chirps right back at angry Birds fans
Eagles fans reportedly started a "Fire Nick" chant during Sunday's 20-16 home win over one of the worst teams in football.23 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya sets women's world record in Chicago Marathon
Chepngetich completed the Chicago Marathon nearly two minutes faster than the previous women's marathon world recordYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
South Africa’s first Black central bank governor dies aged 65
Tito Mboweni served as labour minister in Nelson Mandela’s first cabinetYesterday