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Eye Opener: Manhunt continues for healthcare CEO killer

New details have emerged about the possible suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO. Meanwhile, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of California, triggering a tsunami ...

CBS News - 5d

Executives seek more protection after killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Thompson, says risk management firm Kroll

High-level corporate officers are seeking additional security protection after the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO in New York, top risk management firm says.

CNBC - 5d

Prince Johnson, 72, Warlord Who Executed Liberia’s President, Dies

A rebel leader in Liberia’s civil wars, he was accused of numerous atrocities. The most notorious was the videotaped mutilation and killing of President Samuel Doe.

The New York Times - 6d

Bitcoin surpassing $100,000 price an "enormous inflection point," says Coinbase executive

The price of Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, surged above $100,000 for the first time ever on Wednesday night. Faryar Shirzad, the chief policy officer at Coinbase, the largest ...

CBS News - 6d

Brian Thompson’s killing sparks outrage over state of US healthcare

Americans turn to social media to discuss dire experiences at hands of health insurance companies . In the aftermath of the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson , while Thompson’s ...

The Guardian - 6d

Insurance executive's murder sparks online praise and hate

Support or sympathy for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO spread on social media, alarming some experts.

NBC News - 6d

Fake bomb threat targets homes of insurance executive killed in NYC: Police

Two residences owned by the family of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson were targeted Wednesday evening in what police are describing as a “swatting” incident, according to the Minnesota ...

The Hill - 6d

Slain United Healthcare CEO Kept a Low Profile Before His Shocking Killing

Though he was largely unknown to the public, Brian Thompson led an insurance business that provides health coverage to more than 49 million people.

Inc. - 6d

NYPD investigates bullet casing inscriptions in killing of insurance executive

Words ‘Deny’, ‘Defend’ and ‘Depose’ written on shells left at scene of shooting of UnitedHealth Group’s Brian Thompson

Financial Times - 6d

Etsy Taps Eventbrite Leader as Finance Chief in Flurry of Executive Changes

The e-commerce company named Charles Baker as its next CFO, effective Jan. 1. He succeeds Rachel Glaser, whose retirement was announced in late July.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

Airline executives blasted at Senate hearing over carrier fees

Lawmakers accuse airline executives of gouging travelers with "junk" fees. Carriers say they give people options.

CBS News - 6d

Writing on shell cases discovered at scene where United Healthcare CEO was shot dead

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot near a Midtown Manhattan hotel in a potentially targeted shooting early Wednesday, according to police.

ABC News - Dec. 5

Brian Thompson, Chief Executive of UnitedHealthcare, Dies at 50

Mr. Thompson, who was fatally shot in Midtown Manhattan, rose to the top of one of the world’s biggest insurance companies.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Wikler wins endorsements for DNC from MoveOn.org executive director, PCCC

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC) and MoveOn.org's executive director endorsed Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler for Democratic National Committee chair on Wednesday. The ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson killed in ‘targeted attack’ — here’s what we know

Authorities say the veteran health-insurance executive was shot Wednesday morning by an unknown assailant outside the company’s investor conference in Midtown Manhattan.

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

UnitedHealth Executive Shot Dead in Targeted Attack Outside Manhattan Hotel

Brian Thompson was shot shortly before UnitedHealth was set to hold its annual investors meeting.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4

UnitedHealth executive shot dead in ‘targeted’ attack in New York

Manhunt under way for the individual suspected of killing Brian Thompson

Financial Times - Dec. 4

AstraZeneca appoints new China head after long-standing executive detained

Company veteran Iskra Reic moves to Shanghai after Leon Wang placed under investigation by authorities

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Airline executives defend seat fees before Senate panel

Executives from American, United, Delta, Frontier and Spirit are set to testify before a Senate panel Wednesday about their seating fees.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Authorities hold briefing on United Healthcare CEO shooting

Watch live coverage as the New York Police Department and other authorities hold a briefing on the fatal shooting of the United Healthcare CEO in New York City.

NBC News - Dec. 4

US trails developed democracies in healthcare costs for older adults

Report comparing 10 peer countries shows how holes in Medicare coverage lead to Americans skipping care. Older Americans spend more on healthcare than peers in 10 other developed democracies, a new ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

UnitedHealthcare Executive Fatally Shot on Shareholder Day in Manhattan

Brian Thompson, 50, was shot in the chest outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

Inc. - Dec. 4

The chief executive of UnitedHealthcare has been shot and killed outside a New York City hotel, AP source says

ABC News - Dec. 4

New motorsports leadership executives introduced as Andretti Global moves on without Andretti

The Associated Press has learned that two longtime NASCAR executives have been introduced at Andretti Global as part of the restructuring now that Michael Andretti has stepped aside

ABC News - Dec. 4

Airline executives to testify over "junk fees" at Senate hearing on Capitol Hill

Top airline executives will testify to senators Wednesday about extra fees they charge for bags, seats and boarding passes. A recent report found airlines make billions charging for so-called junk ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Missouri man faces execution in girl's murder after governor denies clemency

Missouri is set to carry out its fourth execution this year on Tuesday night. The man condemned to death was convicted in a 9-year-old girl's 2007 murder.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Real estate tycoon must pay $9 billion to avoid execution in Vietnam

A court in Vietnam upheld a death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan, rejecting her appeal in a $12 billion embezzlement and bribery case.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Why Stellantis’ chief executive Carlos Tavares was axed

Portuguese boss refused to budge on pace of EV transition as cries from suppliers, workers and government grew louder

Financial Times - Dec. 2

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