A routine student achievement report in California's Pajaro Valley Unified School District ignited a tense exchange over language, as a board vice president demanded the term "homeless" be replaced with "unhoused," calling the former personally offensive.
Appian appoints seasoned AI executive David Link to its board, coinciding with new research highlighting significant AI uptake within Australia's public sector, signaling a strategic push into government automation.
A young snowboarder escaped serious injury after falling from a chairlift at California's Mammoth Mountain, with a dramatic rescue attempt captured on video. The girl's mother has since spoken out, calling it a 'fluke accident' and praising the resort's response team.
IBM's robust Q4 2025 results, featuring revenue of $19.7 billion and a reaffirmed dividend, underscore its hybrid cloud and AI momentum. With a 2026 growth outlook above 5% and the addition of PepsiCo's CEO to its board, the tech giant navigates debt concerns while betting on software and integration synergies.
A Morro Bay man stands accused of a violent confrontation in the Pacific, where he allegedly used his paddleboard as a weapon and held a surfer underwater. The case, now proceeding to trial, has sent shockwaves through the local coastal community.
Disney Chairman James Gorman reveals the board swiftly dismissed the idea of appointing co-CEOs, opting instead for a clear leadership structure with Josh D’Amaro as CEO and Dana Walden as President. Gorman, drawing from his Morgan Stanley experience, argues shared CEO roles are ‘generally pretty fraught’ despite rare successes.
Disney's board of directors has unanimously appointed Josh D’Amaro as the company's next CEO, with Dana Walden named President and Chief Creative Officer. Chairman James Gorman calls the succession plan a 'clean' and deliberate process, marking a strategic reset for the entertainment giant.
At its 2026 Annual Meeting, Emerson Electric shareholders reelected three directors and approved executive pay and auditor selection, but a key governance proposal to declassify the board failed to secure the required supermajority vote.
A digital billboard celebrating ICE agents with a Super Bowl theme has ignited strong reactions in San Francisco, with critics calling it inflammatory and supporters defending it as patriotic, amid ongoing national tensions over immigration enforcement.
Lululemon founder Dennis J. Wilson has launched a shareholder activist campaign, setting the stage for a potential boardroom shakeup at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The move puts the athletic apparel giant's governance, strategic direction, and growth priorities under intense scrutiny.
PayPal abruptly replaced its CEO with board chair Enrique Lores, citing unmet expectations, a move that blindsided HP where Lores was serving as CEO. The leadership crisis underscores the pressure on both firms amid PayPal's 80% stock plunge over five years.
In a bold countermove against former President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit, the Pulitzer Prize Board is seeking the complete, unredacted Mueller report and related communications, challenging his claims of reputational harm over awards given for Russia interference coverage.
The family of 22-year-old advanced snowboarder Brooke Day shares further heartbreaking context following her death in a rare lift malfunction at a Nagano resort, highlighting her experience and a tragic equipment entanglement.
In a surprise move, PayPal replaces CEO Alex Chriss after just five months, appointing veteran tech executive and board member Enrique Lores to lead the company amid investor pressure for faster growth and strategic clarity.
Amidst sluggish sales and intense competition, Target appoints Michael Fiddelke as CEO and refreshes its board, placing store revitalization and operational efficiency at the heart of its turnaround strategy.
In a landmark move to end regulatory ambiguity, the SEC and CFTC have formally merged their 'Project Crypto' into a single rulebook. The joint initiative aims to harmonize federal oversight of crypto markets, drawing clearer lines between securities and commodities as legislative efforts advance in Congress.
With Bob Iger's anticipated departure, Disney's board prepares to select a new CEO amid investor scrutiny over the company's strategic direction and recent stock performance. The decision is poised to shape priorities for its streaming services, theme parks, and content slate.
Integral Ad Science appoints Horizon Media's Bob Lord and Amazon's former video ad chief Krishan Bhatia to its board, a move analysts say sharpens its focus on the convergence of streaming, data, and advertising technology.
The Walt Disney Company's board is reportedly finalizing its choice for the next chief executive, with Josh D’Amaro, the chairman of its highly profitable parks and experiences division, poised to take the helm. The decision would conclude a lengthy succession search and mark a pivotal leadership transition for the global entertainment giant.
Biotech firm Definium Therapeutics appoints seasoned commercial executive Roger Adsett to its board, signaling a strategic shift towards commercialization as key late-stage trial data approaches.
