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The Temptations serenade Mets fans at NLCS as founder admits he roots for Dodgers
Sixty years after its debut, The Temptations’ “My Girl” has become a hit at Citi Field since New York Mets star Francisco Lindor began using it as his walk-up song in late MaySports - ABC News - October 18 -
Toni Vaz, Stuntwoman and Founder of N.A.A.C.P. Image Awards, Dies at 101
She created a program to honor Black artistic success in the 1960s. But she spent decades trying to get its organizers to recognize her role.Top stories - The New York Times - October 19 -
Death Row Records founder endorses Trump after clemency
Michael “Harry O” Harris, one of the founders of the legendary hip-hop label Death Row Records, endorsed former President Trump on Monday, according to The Washington Post. The former president ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Why This Founder Started a Benefits Platform Designed to Make Fertility Care Easier
Tammy Sun explains the roots of Carrot Fertility—and how it’s changing employee lives.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
Son of Singapore founder Lee Kuan Yew granted UK asylum
Lee Hsien Yang claims he and his family faced persecution at homeWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Explosive testimony from sister of man accused of stabbing Cash App founder
The defendant's sister delivered stunning testimony last week in the murder trial for the man accused of fatally stabbing Cash App founder Bob Lee. CBS News Bay Area reporter Lauren Toms has more ...Top stories - CBS News - October 22 -
This Female Founder Is on a Mission to Empower Women of Color in Environmental Justice
Diamond Spratling’s organization Girl + Environment connects communities to education and mental health tools for a new climate future.Business - Inc. - October 22 -
Laid Off From Big Tech? Here Come the Rebounder Founders
They were pushed out of cushy jobs at Google, Twitter, and Meta. Now they’re building startups and embracing the risk of entrepreneurship.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Apply Now for Inc.’s 2025 Female Founders 500
Get recognized as one of the nation’s top women business leaders.Business - Inc. - October 24 -
How Gamefam’s Founder Taps His ‘Inner Child’ to Bring Brands to the Metaverse
Gamefam has carved out a unique niche in the gaming space: Creating high-quality experiences, like Sonic Speed Simulator, on Roblox.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
Grateful Dead co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84
The leading member of the US rock group passed away peacefully, his official Instagram account says.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Founder of far-right English Defense League admits contempt of court charges
The founder of the far-right English Defense League has admitted that he was in contempt of court for violating a court order barring him from repeating libelous allegations against a Syrian refugeeWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
Founder-Friendly Investors: Backers Should Have Your Back
Inc.’s annual Founder-Friendly Investors list highlights the capital providers that will offer a helping hand, not just deep pockets.Business - Inc. - October 28 -
How This Lender Helped a Founder-Led Company Grow Revenue by 10X
Dwight Funding provided crucial debt financing to Dagne Dover in times of crisis.Business - Inc. - October 28 -
How Venture Capital Helped This Founder Secure a ‘Life-Changing Exit’
Moonshots Capital portfolio company eTailPet scaled up and attracted a buyer in just three years.Business - Inc. - October 28 -
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops China's rich list
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops the list of China’s richest people, according to the Hurun Research Institute, although many of them have seen their net worth plunge over the past yearWorld - ABC News - October 29 -
FarmboxRx founder Ashley Tyrner on changing the game in food accessibility
As founder and CEO of FarmboxRx, Ashley Tyrner is making healthy food accessible in areas where it's hardest to find. Her service has delivered produce to over 2.7 million households, helping ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
"Win With Black Women" founder on group's role in historic election
Jotaka Eaddy founded"Win With Black Women," a virtual network that started meeting by Zoom every Sunday during the pandemic to support and advance the policy agenda of Black women.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Would You UberEats a Sweater or a New Pair of Sneakers? Founders Are Betting on It
Consumer companies are partnering with Uber to offer time-rushed customers last-minute delivery.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
OpenAI Hires Co-Founder of Social Platform Rival to X
Gabor Cselle, a serial entrepreneur, was a Twitter employee a decade ago. More recently he helped start Pebble, a safety-centric competitor to Elon Musk’s X. What’s OpenAI up to now?Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Murray McCory, 80, Dies; JanSport Founder Created the School Backpack
He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.Business - The New York Times - November 6 -
Bernie Marcus, Home Depot Co-Founder, Is Dead at 95
In 1978, he came up with the idea of a warehouse-style store that would appeal to the do-it-yourself homeowner. With a partner’s help, it became the world’s largest home-improvement retailer.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Bernard Marcus, Co-Founder of Home Depot, Dies at 95
His chain of warehouse-style stores used cavernous interiors and low prices to lure customers.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 5 -
Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus dies at 95
Home Depot co-founder Bernard "Bernie" Marcus helped launch the home improvement chain in 1978.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
The Home Depot Co-Founder Bernie Marcus Dies at 95
Billionaire, philanthropist and political donor Bernie Marcus died in Boca Raton, Florida, surrounded by family.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
Co-founders of militia group convicted of attempting to murder federal agents
Two men had also planned to go to Texas and kill asylum seekers as well as border agents who would try to stop them. Two men who co-founded a militia group have been convicted of attempting to ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Whiskey Brand Co-Founder Fawn Weaver Isn’t Ready to Celebrate
Uncle Nearest is the fifth Black female-owned company to net a $1 billion valuation. But co-founder Fawn Weaver tells ‘From the Ground Up’ her work is far from over.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
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Sharath Jois, Heir to Founder of Ashtanga Yoga, Dies at 53
He became one of the world’s most sought-after teachers of a style of yoga that his grandfather helped turn into a popular form of exercise worldwide.World - The New York Times - Yesterday -
OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman returns after three months of leave
OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman has returned to the company after taking a sabbatical that began in August.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
7-Eleven Owner Receives Buyout Proposal From Founder's Son
Seven & i Holdings said a special committee is reviewing the proposal made by Vice President Junro Ito and his affiliated firm.Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday
