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In Jordan, a ‘Stunning’ Discovery Under Petra’s Ancient Stone
A recent excavation has unearthed 12 human skeletons and a chamber of grave offerings near Petra’s Treasury building, a UNESCO World Heritage site.October 15 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
The Ultimate Southwest Insider Tasked With Reinventing the Airline
CEO Bob Jordan plans big changes at the budget carrier, but activist Elliott has called for his ouster and is seeking help from shareholders.October 14 -
Top stories - The New York Times
York Theater Artistic Director Out After ‘Hurtful’ Diversity Comments
James Morgan, who has been with the small New York theater company for 50 years, blamed the effects of a stroke for his behavior.October 14 -
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 ...October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Georgia elections chair criticizes 'activist' board members
Georgia State Election Board Chair John Fervier slammed his Republican colleagues Monday, after the state passed new election rules regarding hand-counting ballots. Fervier, in an exclusive ...October 14 -
Business - MarketWatch
Google becomes the latest tech giant to strike a nuclear-power deal for AI
Amazon, Microsoft and Oracle all have nuclear arrangements of their own as tech companies seek clean-energy solutions for AI’s massive power needs.October 14 - Google -
Business - CNBC
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
Boeing's CEO Ortberg will answer to investors in his first Oct. 23 earnings presentation as the aerospace giant faces swirling crises.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs hit with six new lawsuits alleging rape and sexual assault
Anonymous accusers are part of what lawyer says is group of more than 100 alleged victims suing music mogul. The disgraced entertainment mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was hit with six new lawsuits on ...October 14 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Former Outfest executive director Damien Navarro sues the organization
Former executive director Damien Navarro is suing Outfest for discrimination and retaliation after his contract was not renewed amid the nonprofit's financial turmoil. Outfest is known for its ...October 14 -
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.October 14 -
Sports - ESPN
Yankees add Rizzo, Stroman to roster for ALCS
Anthony Rizzo, who suffered two fractured fingers on Sept. 28, was added to the Yankees' ALCS roster along with Marcus Stroman, while Ben Rice and Duke Ellis were dropped.October 14 - MLB -
Top stories - NBC News
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
It’s been just over a month since more than 30,000 Boeing machinists walked off the job after overwhelmingly voting down a tentative contract.October 14 -
Entertainment - ABC News
New batch of lawsuits accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault against six people, including a minor
New batch of lawsuits accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault against six people, including a minorOctober 14 -
Business - CNBC
Elliott asks for December special meeting at Southwest Airlines, cuts board slate to 8
Activist investor Elliott Management has requested a Dec. 10 special meeting date at Southwest Airlines, as it seeks to oust CEO Bob Jordan.October 14 -
Business - Inc.
With its Cybercab Design, Tesla Confused Investors
The sporty two-seater robotaxi unveiled last week underwhelmed analysts, who wonder how it will actually serve riders’ needs.October 14 - Tesla -
Politics - The Hill
State attorneys general are stepping in to deal with ESG abuse of investors
Proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis have been using their position to further their own political preferences, resulting in a wave of proxy proposals promoting ESG objectives and discrimination ...October 14 -
Top stories - BBC News
'Elon, can I have my designs back please', says I, Robot director after Tesla launch
Alex Proyas, who directed the 2004 Will Smith film, compared his film to Tesla's new vehicles.October 14 -
Business - CNBC
International investors descend on London as Labour tries to woo new business to Britain
Uncertainty around the event and suspected tax changes in the upcoming budget has left many investors in the dark.October 14 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Starbucks Scales Back Discounts Under New CEO
Brian Niccol, the company’s new chief executive, is aiming to improve cafe operations and focus more on selling premium coffee while promoting seasonal drinks.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
The Electoral College keeps tyranny at bay
Democrats, including vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, are questioning the Electoral College, arguing that it is undemocratic and prefer a pure democracy that elects the president by a national ...October 13 -
Politics - CBS News
Bob Woodward on "War"
For his 23rd book, "War," legendary Watergate journalist Bob Woodward delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House to examine American influence in the war between Russia and Ukraine, and ...October 13 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Boeing to Cut 10% of Workers Amid Strike, Delay New 777X Production
The plane maker plans to book $5 billion in charges on troubled programs and warns of a deeper quarterly loss amid machinists strike.October 11