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Former Vice President Al Gore is campaigning for Democrat Aftyn Behn in Tennessee's competitive special election, which is crucial for control of the House of Representatives, amid high-profile rallies from both parties' leaders, including Trump supporting Republican Matt Van Epps and Democratic efforts to energize voters.
At COP30, Al Gore expressed frustration over ongoing global heating and showcased new tools like Climate Trace to map emissions, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action and a fair transition mechanism supported by the Global South, while facing opposition from some developed nations.
Al Gore's Climate TRACE has expanded its satellite and AI technology to track soot pollution in 2,500 cities worldwide, identifying pollution sources and helping the public understand local air quality, with the goal of providing real-time data for health and environmental awareness.
Former Vice President Al Gore lamented the rise of "artificial insanity" and polarization in U.S. democracy at the funeral of his onetime presidential running mate, Joe Lieberman. He warned about the divisive impact of internet echo chambers and highlighted Lieberman's approach to public service as a path to bridging societal polarization. Gore emphasized the importance of friendship, reconciliation, and respectful debate, while recalling their deepened relationship during the 2000 campaign.
Former Senator Joe Lieberman, who served as Al Gore's running mate in the 2000 presidential election, has passed away at the age of 82. Known for his political independence and bipartisan efforts, Lieberman was remembered by colleagues and political figures for his dedication to public service and his impact on American politics. His funeral will be held on Friday in his hometown of Stamford, Connecticut.
Friends, allies, and former rivals of Joseph I. Lieberman, the former senator from Connecticut and Al Gore's running mate in the 2000 presidential election, eulogized him following his death, praising his leadership and impact on American politics. Lieberman's pivotal role in passing the Affordable Care Act and his recent involvement with the centrist organization No Labels were highlighted, with Al Gore expressing gratitude for their partnership.
Joe Lieberman, former U.S. senator from Connecticut and Democratic vice presidential candidate, has passed away at the age of 82. Known for his independent-minded approach and centrist views, Lieberman made history as the first Jewish candidate on a major party's presidential ticket. Throughout his political career, he was a vocal supporter of abortion rights and the Iraq War, and later became the founding chairman of the political organization No Labels. His funeral service is set to be held on Friday in his hometown of Stamford.
Former Vice President Al Gore and former Boeing CFO James Bell are set to retire from Apple's board after 21 and 9 years, respectively, due to the company's policy limiting board members from re-election once they turn 75. Apple CEO Tim Cook praised their contributions and announced former Aerospace Corporation CEO Wanda Austin as a new board nominee. The company will put Austin's name forward at its annual meeting along with seven other existing directors up for re-election. Apple has recently released new products and is preparing for the U.S. launch of its Vision Pro augmented reality headset in February.
Former vice president Al Gore and former Boeing CFO James Bell are retiring from Apple's board of directors due to the company's age limit policy of not allowing directors to stand for re-election once they turn 75. Wanda Austin has been nominated to fill a board seat pending a shareholder vote, and despite the age limit policy, another board director, Ronald Sugar, 76, is retaining his position. Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed gratitude for Gore and Bell's contributions and financial windfalls during their tenure, with Gore owning over $87 million worth of Apple stock and Bell owning over $7 million worth.
Former Vice President Al Gore is leaving Apple's board of directors after 21 years due to the company's mandatory retirement age, with aerospace executive Wanda Austin in line to become a director. CEO Tim Cook's 2023 pay dropped 36% to $63.2 million, while three other top executives received $27 million each. Apple's annual shareholder meeting is set for February 28, where board elections will take place.
Longtime Apple board members Al Gore and James Bell are retiring, with former Aerospace Corp. CEO Wanda Austin joining the board. The company cited a policy of directors not standing for reelection after the age of 75. Apple CEO Tim Cook praised Gore's contributions and dedication. The new nominee, Wanda Austin, is known for advancing innovation and shaping corporate strategy. Apple also disclosed the latest compensation details for Cook and other executives, with Cook's target pay for 2023 at $49 million and his total compensation for 2023 at $63.2 million.
Former Vice President Al Gore and former Boeing CFO James Bell are retiring from Apple's board of directors after more than 20 years due to age restrictions, and will be replaced by former Aerospace CEO Wanda Austin pending a shareholder vote. Gore has earned over $87 million in stock awards during his tenure and currently owns 468,955 shares, while Bell's shares are valued at over $7 million. Apple CEO Tim Cook has mentioned plans for executive succession within the company, with stock units scheduled to vest through 2026.
Former Vice President Al Gore criticized Harvard President Claudine Gay for her "tone-deafness" during congressional testimony on antisemitism, expressing shock at her comments that calling for the genocide of Jews would not constitute harassment. Gay, along with the presidents of MIT and the University of Pennsylvania, faced criticism and calls to resign for their handling of antisemitism on their campuses. Gay and Magill attempted to clarify their statements after the hearing, but Magill ultimately resigned. Gore called for clarification and respect for all communities in the country.
A global coalition co-founded by Al Gore has launched Climate TRACE, a database that tracks greenhouse gas emissions from individual polluters using machine learning and satellite technology. The database covers over 350 million sources of pollution, allowing companies to build low-emissions supply chains. Tesla, Boeing, and General Motors are among the companies planning to use the data to decarbonize their supply chains. Climate TRACE aims to expand its partnerships to include emissions reduction in other sectors and is open to working with governments interested in levying tariffs on goods from polluting facilities. The database also reveals discrepancies in emissions reporting, with the United Arab Emirates potentially underestimating its emissions by over 100 million tons.
Former Tennessee lawmaker Roy Herron, who served as a state senator and representative, has died at the age of 69 following a jet ski accident that occurred on July 1. Herron had been hospitalized since the incident, which resulted in internal bleeding and severe injuries. He was known for his dedication to his family and the state of Tennessee, and received condolences from former Vice President Al Gore.