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Former CBS chief to pay $30m for hiding sexual assault allegations

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3 years ago

November 3, 2022

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CBS leaders reportedly knew about allegations of sexual assault against its former chief executive

The Former Chief Executive of CBS, Les Moonves will pay $2.5 million to shareholders amid a string of sexual assault claims.

The broadcasting giant will pay $6 million towards sexual assault and harassment programs, while $22 million will be paid to shareholders.

The New York Attorney General’s Office found key executives at the network had a plot with the Los Angeles Police Department to hide the sexual assault allegations against Moonves.

One of the company’s executives sold part of their stock before the allegations against Moonves became public.

“As a publicly traded company, CBS failed its most basic duty to be honest and transparent with the public and investors,” Attorney General Letitia James said.

“After trying to bury the truth to protect their fortunes, today CBS and Leslie Moonves are paying millions of dollars for their wrongdoing.”
Letitia James, NEW YORK ATTORNEY GENERAL

CBS and Moonves also agreed to pay investors an additional $9.75 million to settle the New York Attorney General’s allegations.

As part of the settlement, neither party admits to wrongdoing.

A spokesperson for CBS, which is known as Paramount said the company was pleased to resolve the matter.

The spokesperson added the settlement “does not relate in any way to the current company.”

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France receives lowest credit rating due to crisis

France’s credit rating downgraded to record low amid political and fiscal crisis, raising concerns over debt and stability

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1 day ago

September 13, 2025

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France’s credit rating downgraded to record low amid political and fiscal crisis, raising concerns over debt and stability

In Short:
– Fitch Ratings downgraded France’s credit rating to A+, citing political instability and fiscal challenges.
– New Prime Minister Lecornu must secure budget approval amidst rising deficit and potential no-confidence vote.

Fitch Ratings has downgraded France’s credit rating from AA- to A+, the lowest ever recorded, amid ongoing political and fiscal challenges.

The decision comes shortly after Prime Minister François Bayrou was removed in a vote of no confidence regarding his €44 billion austerity plan.

President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the new prime minister, marking the fifth leadership change in under two years.

Fitch highlighted political instability as a key factor undermining fiscal reforms, with France’s debt now at €3.3 trillion, or 113.9% of GDP.

The budget deficit increased to 5.8% of GDP and is expected to rise, posing challenges ahead.

Political Instability

The new prime minister faces a divided parliament and must secure budget approval by October 7.

The far-left plans a no-confidence vote against Lecornu, complicating further cooperation on legislative reforms, with S&P Global hinting at a potential downgrade.

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Trump moves to fast-track removal of Fed governor Lisa Cook

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2 days ago

September 12, 2025

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The White House is set to fast-track a ruling on firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, just days before the crucial FOMC meeting.

The move comes as markets reel from surging inflation, weak jobless data, and global currency shifts, raising questions about the Fed’s independence and the stability of policy decisions.

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ANZ job cuts spark banking clash

ANZ plans to cut 3,500 jobs, sparking debate on the future of Australia’s banking sector and employment dynamics.

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4 days ago

September 10, 2025

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ANZ plans to cut 3,500 jobs, sparking debate on the future of Australia’s banking sector and employment dynamics.

ANZ has announced plans to cut 3,500 staff and 1,000 contractors over the next year, triggering a fierce debate between business leaders, unions, and government about the future of Australia’s banking sector.

The decision raises wider questions about the resilience of the business community and the role of politics, productivity, and technology in shaping employment.

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