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fromYourTango
1 day ago

Remote Worker Quits In The Middle Of A Meeting After Being Told Everyone Has To Return To The Office To 'Build Team Spirit'

We were having a 'surprise' all-hands [meeting] today, and HR proudly announced that starting next month, everyone must come in three days a week 'to rebuild team spirit,'
Remote teams
fromABA Journal
5 days ago

Before joining Anderson Kill, judge was accused of rude behavior on bench, retaliatory threats in ethics case

A former New York judge who joined Anderson Kill last month told Law360 that he made the move because of family considerations and a looming mandatory retirement when he turns 70 years old in a few years. But former Judge Louis L. Nock did not mention that he joined the law firm on the same day that New York ethics regulators agreed to drop ethics charges against him in return for his agreement to resign from the bench and never accept judicial office again,
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Ex-FBI agent, USC security expert to step down from L.A. Police Commission

Erroll Southers confirmed his plans to resign through a spokesperson on Friday, ending a stormy two-year tenure on the influential civilian panel that watches over the LAPD. The spokesperson said that Southers, 68, wanted to spend more time with his family and pursue other professional opportunities - something that wasn't always allowed by the demands of serving as a commissioner.
Los Angeles
#france
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Oakland Police Chief Resigns After 17 Months on the Job

For reasons that he did not share publicly, Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell is leaving his post after less than a year and a half on the job, which leaves Oakland once again in search of a new police chief. The city of Oakland has had quite a few chiefs leading its police department in the last two decades. They don't tend to last long in the job on average, about two years, with 12 different people holding the post since 2000.
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UN plastics treaty chair to step down with process in turmoil

The chair of stalled UN plastics treaty talks, Luis Vayas Valdivieso, is preparing to step down, after accounts of behind-the-scenes pressure from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The move will be announced at a UN meeting on Tuesday, with an official announcement expected by Thursday. Vayas Valdivieso confirmed in an interview with the Guardian that he was resigning and said: There have been some challenges in the process.
Environment
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

James Comey's Son-in-Law Quits DOJ Hours After Ex-FBI Chief's Indictment

Troy A. Edwards Jr., a national security prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia, stepped down Thursday night with a brief note to his boss. To uphold my oath to the Constitution and country, I hereby resign as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia in the Department of Justice effective immediately, Edwards wrote in the letter, posted to X.
US politics
#ryan-walters
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Watch Ryan Walters literally flee Oklahoma news anchor's questions after telling Fox News he's resigning

fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Watch Ryan Walters literally flee Oklahoma news anchor's questions after telling Fox News he's resigning

Careers
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

If you're planning to quit your job, here's how to do it right

Quit jobs professionally to preserve relationships, protect future opportunities, and plan exits strategically rather than impulsively, especially in a tight job market.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Texas A&M University president resigns after gender ideology' controversy

Mark A. Welsh III resigned as Texas A&M president after a viral student complaint sparked firings and leadership dismissals tied to a gender ideology controversy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Minister Jamie Hepburn resigns after assault claim

Scottish government minister Jamie Hepburn resigned after being accused of physically assaulting Conservative MSP Douglas Ross and following a formal complaint to the First Minister.
#ben--jerrys
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

I'm So Old I Remember A Time When People Would Occasionally Get Fired For Being Bad At Their Jobs - Above the Law

People are often fired for personal moral judgments unrelated to their job performance instead of for poor job performance.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Anchor Resigns After Emotional On-Air Tribute to Charlie Kirk Who She Used to Work For

During the emotional segment, which aired Thursday at the beginning of the network's Marketplace show, Harmony called Kirk her first boss and mentor, recounting how he encouraged young staff to speak with passion, with conviction, stand up for your friends, stand up for your beliefs, and speak loudly, even if your voice shakes. Fighting tears, she ended: Thank you, CK, you changed my life.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Starmer aide resigns after explicit texts about Abbott surface

A senior aide to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer resigned after offensive sexual text messages about MP Diane Abbott surfaced; he apologized and stepped down.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Boston officer who testified about 'false memory' in Karen Read case resigns

Officer Kelly Dever resigned effective Sept. 1 after contentious trial testimony about a distorted memory and confrontations with defense attorneys.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 weeks ago

Downing Street in chaos as Starmer's top aide quits over sexually explicit messages about Dianne Abbott - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Paul Ovenden, Downing Street director of strategy, resigned after sexually explicit 2017 messages about Dianne Abbott surfaced, intensifying pressure on Sir Keir Starmer before local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Senior Starmer adviser quits over offensive Diane Abbott messages

Paul Ovenden resigned as the prime minister's director of political strategy after sexually explicit WhatsApp messages joking about Labour MP Diane Abbott from 2017 became public.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'You may be the Health Minister, but you're not God': Mater Hospital chair David Begg quits after fracas with Jennifer Carroll MacNeill

David Begg resigned as chair of the Mater Hospital after an 'extraordinary' confrontation with Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill during a heated July meeting.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'You may be the Health Minister, but you're not God': Mater Hospital chair David Begg quits after fracas with Jennifer Carroll MacNeill

A former trade union head resigned following an 'extraordinary' confrontation between Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill and Mater Hospital chair David Begg.
Mental health
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

My Friend Was Ready to End His Life. Then He Made This Extraordinary Request.

A friend intends to end his life and asks for a companion who will witness without trying to fix or convince him.
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Spin on Gaza

A Biden political appointee resigned in protest over U.S. support for Israel amid Gaza bombings, famine, and delayed official acknowledgment of civilian catastrophe.
#ryane-clowe
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba planning to resign reports DW 09/07/2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba plans to resign to prevent splitting the ruling Liberal Democratic Party after historic electoral losses and loss of parliamentary majorities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba will resign weeks after election debacle: NHK

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has decided to resign to avoid a split within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), the broadcaster NHK is reporting. The announcement on Sunday comes weeks after Ishiba denied reports he planned to resign over a historic defeat his LDP-led coalition suffered in a July election, losing its upper house majority, saying he wanted to make sure the tariff deal struck with the United States was appropriately implemented.
World politics
#angela-rayner
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Daniel Levy's business sense boosted Tottenham but he failed to reach for glory | Jonathan Wilson

If it hadn't been for the football, Daniel Levy would be regarded as one of the great club executives. He oversaw the construction of what is widely regarded as the best club stadium in England. Tottenham's training ground is one of the best in Europe. He kept costs low. He has diversified the business, so the club hosts NFL, rugby, boxing, monster trucks and major concerts.
Soccer (FIFA)
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Shamed Met Police PC quits after groping woman at Heaven nightclub

A Metropolitan police officer grabbed a tourist's breasts in a nightclub, lied about consent, resigned, and was found to have committed misconduct by a disciplinary panel.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Hateful homophobe Rand Paul says gay CDC official's 'lifestyle' made him unfit to be in government

Demetre Daskalakis resigned from the CDC over anti‑science HHS policies; Sen. Rand Paul condemned him unfit for government because of his gay lifestyle.
#cdc
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns

Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos resigned from the CDC due to conflicts over COVID-19 vaccine guidance updates.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Santa Monica's police chief resigns, citing clash with city administration

Santa Monica Police Chief Ramón Batista resigned, citing clashes with the new administration; Deputy Chief Darrick Jacob will serve as acting police chief.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Antioch Police Oversight Commission member resigns

Treva Hadden resigned from Antioch Police Oversight Commission, citing chair-imposed limitations preventing meaningful contribution after commissioners voted to remove her for absences.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Antioch Police Oversight Commission member resigns

Treva Hadden resigned from the Antioch Police Oversight Commission, citing limitations by the chair and inability to contribute, after facing removal for unexcused absences.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Former Miss USA Noelia Voigt and Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava chat with Business Insider about the future of the Miss USA organization

Voigt and Srivastava expressed disappointment over the impact of their resignations stating, "We thought it would have more of an impact. It stopped a lot of girls from competing, but it didn't fully put an end to what the issue was."
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

President cites 'abuse' as he exits Queen's Park

I have taken this decision after much deliberation, particularly having experienced an increased level of personal and online abuse towards myself and others associated with the club in recent months.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

They were the first Miss USA and Miss Teen USA to resign, but they said it did little to change the organization: 'We wish it had done more'

Eight months after winning her title, Srivastava and Noelia Voigt became the first Miss Teen USA and Miss USA to step down in the organization's 72-year history.
Women
#rushanara-ali
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wave of Spanish politicians edit CVs over incorrect claims of degrees and diplomas

Politicians in Spain are revising their educational qualifications, leading to resignations and admissions of overstated credentials.
#politics
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

HR exec caught on Coldplay kiss cam resigns

Kristin Cabot, HR executive at Astronomer, resigned following the viral incident with CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Astronomer HR boss Kristin Cabot resigns in wake of Coldplay kiss-cam furore

Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.
Boston
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Coldplay scandal logs new casualty: Astronomer HR chief resigns

Kristin Cabot resigned from Astronomer after being caught on camera with CEO Andy Byron at a concert, both of whom are reportedly married.
Media industry
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Kristin Cabot Resigns as Head of HR After Being Caught with Her Boss on Coldplay Kiss Cam

Kristin Cabot resigned from Astronomer following a viral kiss cam incident with CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert.
#nfl
fromFuturism
2 months ago

The AI CEO Caught Cheating on a Jumbotron Has an Important Career Update

According to the company's website, Cabot remains at the company, though it's being reported that she's currently on leave.
Tech industry
#nflpa
#cuba
#football
#linda-yaccarino
fromIndependent
3 months ago

FAI vice-president resigns after whistleblower allegations revealed in the Sunday Independent

John Finnegan has announced his resignation as vice-president of the Football Association of Ireland, citing personal and family reasons. This decision comes after two years in the role.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

English Heritage chief steps down after a turbulent 18 months in post

Merriman oversaw a restructure of the charity, reducing English Heritage's 2,535-strong workforce by 7% or around 189 posts.
UK news
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Labor Leaders Exit DNC as Tensions Flare Over Working-Class Strategy

Top union leaders resign from DNC amid frustrations with party's approach to working-class voters.
NYC startup
fromWIRED
3 months ago

'Big Balls' No Longer Works for the US Government

Edward Coristine has resigned from the DOGE, hinting at instability following Elon Musk's exit.
Leadership changes in DOGE may trigger further personnel departures.
Coristine's resignation raises questions about the future effectiveness of the DOGE.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

Santa Clara County Assessor Larry Stone resigns - San Jose Spotlight

Larry Stone announced his resignation from the Santa Clara County Assessor's office after 30 years, stepping down ahead of his term end in December 2026.
Silicon Valley real estate
Retirement
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Mayor Robert Hedlund of Weymouth to resign after nearly 10 years on the job

Hedlund resigns as Mayor of Weymouth after nearly a decade, effective July 15, with no stated reason for leaving.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Leader of top FEMA disaster coordination office resigns, as Trump moves to eliminate agency

FEMA's disaster coordination faces challenges as critical leadership resignations occur amid an active weather disaster season.
#national-portrait-gallery
fromTheartnewspaper
4 months ago
Washington DC

Kim Sajet, director of US National Portrait Gallery whom Trump tried to fire, resigns

Kim Sajet resigned as director of the National Portrait Gallery, a decision influenced by recent political tensions and pressures.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Washington DC

National Portrait Gallery head resigns two weeks after Trump called for her firing

Kim Sajet resigned from the National Portrait Gallery after Trump's call for her termination, reflecting broader issues of partisanship in cultural institutions.
Washington DC
fromTheartnewspaper
4 months ago

Kim Sajet, director of US National Portrait Gallery whom Trump tried to fire, resigns

Kim Sajet resigned as director of the National Portrait Gallery, a decision influenced by recent political tensions and pressures.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Enterprise Ireland chairman Michael Carey resigns

Mr Carey announced his resignation from his roles as chairman of Enterprise Ireland and The Housing Agency due to late account filings at his company, East Coast Bakehouse.
Startup companies
NYC politics
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Fernandes Anderson officially resigns from Boston City Council

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson resigns after pleading guilty to fraud and theft, related to a kickback scheme involving a family member.
#cfpb
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago
Retirement

CFPB enforcement head resigns, criticizes Trump administration

Petersen has resigned from the CFPB after 15 years due to drastic reductions in enforcement capacity and personnel under recent administrations.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
EU data protection

Top CFPB enforcement official to resign amid policy shifts under Trump

CFPB's Acting Enforcement Director resigns, citing untenable conditions amid dismantling of enforcement under Trump administration.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
4 months ago

The Head of Tesla's Humanoid Robot Program Says That He DEFINITELY Wasn't Fired and Is Only Leaving to Spend Time With His Family, Not Because Elon Musk Is on the Warpath

Milan Kovac resigns from Tesla's humanoid robot program to focus on family, claiming it's solely his decision amidst tumultuous circumstances at the company.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Zia Yusuf resigns as Reform UK chairman

Zia Yusuf has resigned as chairman of Reform UK, citing doubts about the effectiveness of his efforts.
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Director Of Prestigious Skadden Fellows Program Resigns Over Firm's Pro Bono Payola Deal With Trump - Above the Law

As funders, we must act with urgency and courage commensurate with those we support. I felt we had fallen short.
SF politics
SF politics
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

FCC Republican resigns, leaving agency with just two commissioners

The FCC will soon operate with only two commissioners after the resignations of Starks and Simington.
#mongolia
fromNewsday
4 months ago

New York Dragons GM Peter Schwartz, rest of front office resign from organization

We felt it was appropriate to step away given the direction of the league, I wish the league, coaches and players nothing but success.
National Football League
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

4 top partners quit Paul Weiss, Big Law firm that cut deal with Trump

Four partners from Paul Weiss have resigned to establish their own law firm amid criticism of their former firm's dealings with the Trump administration.
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