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Michael C. Jensen, 84, Who Helped Reshape Modern Capitalism, Dies
He heralded stock options and golden parachutes as a professor at Harvard Business School, influencing a generation of Wall Street executives.The New York Times - Business -
Martin Wygod, a Winner on Wall Street and the Racetrack, Dies at 84
After he made a fortune selling prescription drugs and providing medical information online, he and his wife became leading breeders of thoroughbred horses.The New York Times - Health -
Body of climber who died after 1,000ft fall recovered from Alaska mountain
Robbi Mecus, 52, and climbing partner, who was rescued and hospitalized, fell from Mount Johnson in Denali national park. A helicopter crew on Saturday recovered the body of a climber who died after falling about 1,000ft (305 metres) while on a ...The Guardian - World -
Harvey Weinstein’s Conviction Was Fragile From the Start
New York’s highest court overturned a conviction on Thursday that tested how #MeToo cases could be tried.The New York Times - Top stories -
'Japan's Holocaust' Review: War Crimes in the Emperor's Name
Numerous atrocities accompanied Japan’s assaults on its Asian neighbors in World War II.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Rumi Missabu, Avant-Garde Drag Performer Who Glittered, Dies at 76
He was one of the stars of the Cockettes, a psychedelic collective formed at the turn of the 1970s in San Francisco, that was short-lived but inspired generations.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Sheppie Abramowitz, Who Advocated Relief for Refugees, Dies at 88
She helped people fleeing conflicts in Vietnam, China, Kosovo and elsewhere around the world, and established the Washington office of the International Rescue Committee.The New York Times - World -
Donald E. Petersen, Who Boosted Quality at Ford Motor, Dies at 97
As chief executive in the 1980s, he worked with the quality guru W. Edwards Deming.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Michael Cuscuna, Who Unearthed Hidden Jazz Gems, Dies at 75
Possibly the most prolific archival record producer in history, he was a founder of the Mosaic label, which became the gold standard of jazz reissues.The New York Times - Business -
Joel Breman, Who Helped Stop an Ebola Outbreak in Africa, Dies at 87
Part of a team flown in to fight the deadly virus in 1976, Dr. Breman also worked to stamp out tropical diseases like smallpox, malaria and Guinea worm.The New York Times - Health -
Peter Schey, Tenacious Lawyer Who Defended Migrant Rights, Dies at 77
He won the right to services like school and health care for people illegally crossing the border into the U.S. He also fought the Trump administration’s family separation policy.The New York Times - Top stories -
Veteran who survived 'hell on Earth' dies aged 101
Walter Nixon was 20 when he served on the frontline at the Battle of Anzio in Italy in 1944.BBC News - Top stories -
Baby saved from dead mother's womb in Gaza dies
Sabreen was born by emergency C-section after Israel bombed a house in Rafah, killing her family.BBC News - Top stories -
Palestinian baby rescued from dead mother’s womb dies in Gaza hospital
Infant dies five days after caesarean delivery following death of mother in Israeli airstrike in Rafah. Middle East crisis – live updatesA premature Palestinian baby rescued from her mother’s womb shortly after the woman was killed in an Israeli ...The Guardian - World -
Two died after UK shift from analogue to digital phone lines
Government says it met Virgin O2 chief executive and Ofcom after incidents last yearFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction is overturned by New York's top court
New York’s highest court has overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction and ordered a new trialABC News - Entertainment - New York -
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after his return to New York from upstate prison
Harvey Weinstein's lawyer says the onetime movie mogul has been hospitalized for a battery of tests after his return to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape convictionABC News - Entertainment - New York -
Relatives of those who died waiting for livers at now halted Houston transplant program seek answers
Several relatives of patients who died while awaiting a new liver say they want to know if their loved ones were wrongfully denied a transplant by a Houston doctor accused of manipulating a hospital waitlistABC News - Health -
Anne Innis Dagg, Giraffe Researcher Who Was Held Back by Sexism, Dies at 91
Dagg was one of the first Western scientists to systematically study the behavior of any species in its natural habitat.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Climber who died in Alaska national park ID'd as noted N.Y. forest ranger
A climber who died after falling 1,000 feet in Denali National Park and Preserve was identified as Robbi Mecus, a New York climbing enthusiast and forest ranger.NBC News - Top stories -
Orphaned by an airstrike and saved from her dead mother's womb, baby Sabreen has died
Sabreen Alrouh Jouda was born an orphan in Gaza after her mother died in an Israeli airstrike. A posthumous c-section rescued her from her mother’s body.NBC News - Top stories -
Premature baby girl rescued from her dead mother's womb dies in Gaza after 5 days in an incubator
A relative says a premature Palestinian infant, who was rescued from her mother’s womb shortly after the woman was killed in an Israeli airstrike, has diedABC News - World -
Baby girl saved from dying mother's womb dies just days later in Gaza
Sabreen Erooh had survived an emergency cesarean section after her mother was fatally wounded in an Israeli airstrike.CBS News - Top stories -
Orphaned by an airstrike and saved from her dead mother's womb, baby Sabreen has died
Sabreen Alrouh Jouda was born an orphan in Gaza after her mother died in an Israeli airstrike. A posthumous c-section rescued her from her mother’s body.NBC News - Top stories -
Baby girl saved from dying mother's womb dies just days later in Gaza
Sabreen Erooh had survived an emergency cesarean section after her mother was fatally wounded in an Israeli airstrike.CBS News - World -
Nurse who stole more than £100k from patients jailed
He forged the signature of an elderly woman who was incapable of holding a pen, say police.BBC News - Top stories -
What Happened to “The Shining” Actress Shelly Duvall, Who Vanished From Hollywood.
After two decades, the actress known for her roles in era defining films like “The Shining” and “Nashville” has returned to acting. But what happened to her?The New York Times - Lifestyle -
What Happened to “The Shining” Actress Shelly Duvall, Who Vanished From Hollywood.
After two decades, the actress known for her roles in era defining films like “The Shining” and “Nashville” has returned to acting. But what happened to her?The New York Times - Top stories -
Affordable senior housing faces crisis-level demand and scarce supply: 26,000 applications for 84 units
“It’s one of the worst environments of housing availability.”MarketWatch - Business -
Celtics lead wire-to-wire in Miami, roll past Heat 104-84 for 2-1 lead in East series
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each scored 22 points, and the Boston Celtics soundly beat the Miami Heat 104-84 to a take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series on Saturday nightABC News - Sports - NBA -
Middle East crisis live: Hamas ‘reviewing new Israeli ceasefire proposal’
Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said the Palestinian militant group was evaluating Israel’s proposal. See all our coverage of the Middle East crisisThree people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, including ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Who is the real Martha from 'Baby Reindeer'? Jessica Gunning says she didn't need to know
British actor Jessica Gunning explained how she tackled playing the stalker Martha in "Baby Reindeer" and why she didn't ask creator Richard Gadd about her real-life counterpart.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
We know how to deter British children from alcohol, say experts, after concerns over WHO report
Study found Great Britain had worst rate of child alcohol consumption in world, but youth drinking is said still to have ‘declined sharply’. In 2000, about 19% of children under 16 in England smoked, according to Action on Smoking and Health. By ...The Guardian - World -
2024 NFL Draft takeaways from a wild Round 1, plus what are the Falcons doing at QB, who's best available?
Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 NFL Draft for April 26CBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
'A hard day' - Ashley Judd on overturned Weinstein conviction
The actress tells BBC News survivors feel betrayed after a new rape trial is ordered for Harvey Weinstein.BBC News - Top stories -
Harvey Weinstein Conviction Thrown Out
New York’s highest appeals court has overturned the movie producer’s 2020 conviction for sex crimes, which was a landmark in the #MeToo movement.The New York Times - Top stories -
Lots of Italy, on Many Collectible Plates
Buon Ricordo plates were introduced 60 years ago at restaurants in Italy. The hand-painted ceramics can now be found at design trade shows and fancy décor stores.The New York Times - Lifestyle