The longtime president of Bard College in New York has announced his retirement, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship than was previously known with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump’s call for hearing in Congress
The first lady made a public statement on Thursday saying she was not friends with Epstein, and calling for further action in Congress. Survivors of the late sex offender’s abuse differ on her proposal.
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Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare public statement
The first lady made a rare public statement on Thursday saying she was not friends with the late sex offender. She also said Epstein did not introduce her to President Donald Trump.
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Bill Gates will testify in the Epstein probe; Pam Bondi testimony postponed
Bill Gates will appear before the House Oversight Committee in June. The Department of Justice said Wednesday that former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not testify for now.
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Zendaya brings ‘The Drama,’ we bring the spoilers
The Drama is a dark and twisty comedy starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a storybook couple preparing for their upcoming wedding. But just days before the big day, she reveals a horrifying truth about her past self that threatens to undo their nuptials, and their bond. In this spoiler-packed episode, we’re getting into that reveal, and all the surprising drama of the movie.
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Philanthropy in science has little oversight. Jeffrey Epstein exploited that
A large share of science funding comes through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. This lack of oversight allowed Jeffrey Epstein to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation.
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Epstein’s former attorney testifies he had ‘no knowledge whatsoever’ of crimes
Darren Indyke, longtime attorney for Jeffrey Epstein, testified he “did not know” of Epstein’s sexual abuse of women and girls. He also confirmed the existence of hard drives held by Epstein’s estate.
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Epstein used his ties to Nobel laureate scientists to try to rebuild his image
A 2006 conference for physicists in the U.S. Virgin Islands that included a trip to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island shows how he used his wealth to build relationships with prominent scientists.
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U.K. arrests ex-ambassador to the U.S. on suspicion of misconduct over Epstein ties
Police have arrested Peter Mandelson, a veteran Labour Party politician who served as British ambassador to the U.S., as part of an investigation into his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Police search former Prince Andrew’s home a day after his arrest over Epstein ties
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the British former prince, is being investigated on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to his friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
