The New York Times – Music:
Michael Tilson Thomas, who helped found the New World Symphony in 1987, said his condition was prompting him to step down as its artistic director.
Category: Appointments and Executive Changes
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Valery Gergiev, a Putin Ally, Fired as Chief Conductor in Munich
The New York Times – Music:
The conductor was dismissed from the Munich Philharmonic after he refused a demand to denounce Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Derek Jeter Steps Down as Chief Executive of the Marlins
The New York Times – Sports:
Jeter, a Hall of Fame player tasked with rebuilding a struggling franchise, will also relinquish his ownership stake in the team.
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Hiring Billy Eppler as GM Is a 'Relief' for Mets Leadership
The New York Times – Sports:
A lengthy process landed Billy Eppler, formerly of the Angels and the Yankees. Steven Cohen says the deal received “universal praise” from his fellow owners.
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Bottega Veneta Has a New Designer
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Who is Matthieu Blazy, the newly appointed head of the Italian luxury house?
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Jane Brown Grimes, a Rare Female Force in Tennis, Dies at 80
The New York Times – Sports:
She was a top executive at three organizations, including the International Tennis Hall of Fame, where she was later inducted.
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Judge Ends Conservatorship Overseeing Britney Spears’s Life and Finances
The New York Times – Music:
The pop star had called the arrangement, which governed her life for nearly 14 years, exploitative. A judge ruled it was “no longer required.”
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If You Can Make It There, the Mets Would Love to Have Your Number
The New York Times – Sports:
As the team’s search for a general manager continues, Sandy Alderson said the pressure of New York City has been a factor. “It’s a big stage and some people prefer to be elsewhere.”