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Oxford scientist resigns from Royal Society over Elon Musk’s continuing fellowship
Prof Dorothy Bishop said fellowship was ‘a contradiction of all the values’ of UK’s national academy of sciences. A leading scientist at the University of Oxford has resigned from the UK’s national ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Sweden and Norway rethink cashless society plans over Russia security fears
Rise in hybrid warfare and cyber-attacks blamed on pro-Russia groups prompt Nordic neighbours to backpedal . Sweden and Norway are backpedalling on plans for cashless societies over fears that ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
True crime's popularity brings real change for defendants and society. It's not all good
In 1989, Americans were riveted by the shotgun murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez in their Beverly Hills mansion by their own childrenEntertainment - ABC News - November 3 -
'Taking revenge on society': Deadly car attack sparks questions in China
Many online are raising questions about a recent spate of public violence, as officials continue to censor discussion.Top stories - BBC News - November 13 -
The Spin | Keeping cricket societies buoyant through winter is vital for future of the sport
Off-season events need more support with the English game going through its latest existential crisis. Hidden behind trees in the gloom of dimly lit street lamps, the Lees Hall Golf Club is easy to ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt on how technology is reshaping society
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of "The Anxious Generation," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how modern technology and life online are contributing to a "great re-wiring" in society ...Top stories - CBS News - November 14 -
Gorsuch invokes P’nut the squirrel in Federalist Society dinner keynote
Addressing the Federalist Society’s annual dinner on Thursday, Justice Neil Gorsuch sought to use a recent example to prove his point that government overreach has swept up ordinary Americans in ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
A Surprise at the Federalist Society Gala: Justice Breyer, a Retired Liberal
The conservative legal group’s annual dinner featured a conversation between Justices Stephen G. Breyer and Neil M. Gorsuch, a conservative. Both stressed the importance of an independent judiciary.Top stories - The New York Times - November 15 -
Amsterdam violence exposes tensions in society and spills over to politics
There are concerns the unrest has damaged community relations and tensions have spilled over into politics too.Top stories - BBC News - November 16 -
Gisèle Pelicot says ‘macho’ society must change attitude on rape
French woman repeatedly drugged and allegedly raped by dozens of men makes final statement to court in Avignon. Gisèle Pelicot, who was drugged by her husband and allegedly raped by dozens of men ...World - The Guardian - November 19 -
Gisèle Pelicot condemns men accused of raping her and says French society must change
She has waived her right to anonymity so the entire trial can be heard in public.Top stories - BBC News - November 19 -
China reels from spate of suspected ‘revenge against society’ attacks
Stabbings and car rammings raise fears that China’s strained social safety net is leading to growing violence. China is grappling with a spate of violent rampages that have left dozens of people ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns
Justin Welby has stepped down over a church abuse scandal.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
The abuse scandal that led to the archbishop's resignation
Justin Welby said he had to take responsibility for failures since he was notified about abuse committed by John Smyth.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
Joel Embiid shoving incident a microcosm of our society’s loss of respect for one another
Joel Embiid’s postgame media gaggle went off without issue Tuesday night in New York, following the Philadelphia 76ers’ loss to the Knicks. There was no emotional confrontation between him and a ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14 -
Buttler not retained by Royals for 2025 IPL
England white-ball captain Jos Buttler is among the players who have not been retained for the 2025 Indian Premier League season.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
Catherine joins royals at first major event since finishing treatment
The Princess of Wales has joined the rest of the Royal Family at the Festival of Remembrance in London's Royal Albert Hall.Top stories - BBC News - November 9 -
Nation falls silent as King leads Remembrance ceremony
King Charles, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and new Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch were among those who laid wreaths at the Cenotaph in London.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Post endorsement controversy sparks staff resignations, protests
A decision by The Washington Post to not endorse a candidate for president in next week's election is sparking vocal protests and resignations from some staffers. Post publisher and CEO William ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Arsenal sporting director Edu resigns from post
Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar is set to leave the club, a source has told ESPN.Sports - ESPN - November 5 -
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns amid backlash for failing to report serial abuser
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigned Tuesday after an investigation found he failed to promptly report abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps.Top stories - NBC News - November 12 -
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns over Church abuse scandal
His resignation comes after a damning report into a prolific child abuser associated with the Church.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns over abuse scandal
Justin Welby had faced intense pressure over his role in Church of England’s failure to halt years of attacks by child abuserBusiness - Financial Times - November 12 -
Abuse survivors call for further Church of England resignations
The Archbishop of Canterbury has announced he will step down over a damning report into abuse.Top stories - BBC News - November 13 -
Jack Smith expected to resign ahead of Trump inauguration
Special counsel Jack Smith plans to wrap up his work and resign from his post before President-elect Trump is sworn in. Trump has boasted that he plans to fire Smith “within two seconds” of taking ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
Church at precarious moment after Welby resignation
Justin Welby behaved like a politician and in some ways has faced the downfall of one, writes religion editor Aleem Maqbool.Top stories - BBC News - November 13 -
Gaetz resigns from Congress after AG nod
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) will resign from Congress “effective immediately” after being nominated to serve as attorney general by President-elect Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced on ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Valencia’s president admits mistakes in flood response but will not resign
Carlos Mazón resists calls to step down, saying floods that killed 216 in his area were unprecedented and ‘apocalyptic’. The regional president of Valencia, who is under mounting pressure over ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
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Abkhazia: Leader of Georgia breakaway region resigns
Aslan Bzhania is quitting days after crowds stormed government buildings over a controversial pro-Russia bill.Top stories - BBC News - November 19 -
Nate Silver says Biden should resign
Pollster Nate Silver said President Biden should resign in a post on the social platform X on Wednesday. “Is there any particular reason to assume Biden is competent to be president right now? It's ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
Top federal prosecutor in New York announces resignation before Trump takes office
The federal prosecutor who has overseen the convictions of Sen.Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Powell says he would not resign as Fed chief if Trump asked for his resignation
When asked whether he would resign if asked by Trump, the Fed chair simply said: "No."Business - CNBC - November 7 -
Watch: Royals and veterans attend Cenotaph ceremony
King Charles led two minutes of silence in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the two world wars and other conflicts.Top stories - BBC News - November 10
