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NBC News
an hour ago
- NBC News
Sherri Papini, convicted of faking her own kidnapping, claims again she was kidnapped
Sherri Papini, the California woman who was convicted in 2022 for faking her kidnapping and lying to the FBI, is again claiming that she was in fact kidnapped. Papini, 43, told authorities in 2016 that she was abducted by two Hispanic women and held captive for three weeks that year. In 2022, she pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about the fake kidnapping and was sentenced to 18 months in prison. But in an interview with ABC News on Friday to promote her new memoir, Papini is saying she was indeed kidnapped after all. This time, she's claiming that she was kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend, James Reyes. During the investigation into her lies, authorities concluded that Papini was staying with Reyes in secrecy while her husband, two children and officials searched for her in 2016. 'I'm not actually asking anyone to believe anything," she told ABC News. "I just am free now, and I have the capacity to speak for myself without being afraid and without having to lie and not being as fearful as I have been before." Reyes could not immediately be reached for comment. Papini said that she lied to authorities about who kidnapped her because she was in an emotionally abusive relationship with her now ex-husband. "Prison was far safer than the consequences that I would suffer if my ex-husband found out I was having an emotional affair,' she said. "I'd prefer prison over telling Keith Papini that I was having an emotional affair." Authorities began to question Papini's kidnapping claims when they found male DNA on her clothing. The DNA belonged to Reyes, who, at the time, told authorities that Papini had asked him to hit her to make it appear that she was abused during her fake kidnapping. Instead, he held a hockey stick for her to run into and branded her upon her request, he told officials. Reyes then dropped Papini along Interstate 5 when she said she wanted to go back home, according to authorities. Authorities found her about 145 miles south of where she had vanished. She was emaciated with a chain around her waist and self-inflicted injuries, according to officials. When asked what she would like to say to Reyes, Papini told ABC News that "it's time to tell the truth." "I've done it. I've suffered for it. You watched me burn for it, go to prison and lose custody of my children ... and it's time to come forward and tell the truth to everyone. He knows what happened," she said.
The Hill
3 hours ago
- Business
- The Hill
Female CEOs are more qualified than male CEOs, says new report
Although we've recently seen some positive movements when it comes to women in leadership roles, a new report reveals that women often need to be more qualified than men to be considered for CEO positions. Barriers and Breakthroughs: A Data-Driven Look at Women CEOs at America's Largest Corporations, conducted by Women's Power Gap, analyzed the career paths of all current S&P 500 CEOs, and its results challenge the misconception that women reach CEO roles through lowered standards or diversity quotas. In fact, it found that women CEOs are 32 percent more likely than men to have served as company president before becoming CEO, reflecting an additional step in leadership experience. In contrast, men were more likely to advance from division head positions (29 percent v 23 percent) or COO (17 percent v 8 percent) than women. Additionally, women are more likely to have served as chief financial officer (CFO) prior to becoming CEO. Some 10 percent of female CEOs held this role compared to 6 percent of male CEOs, indicating strong financial expertise among women leaders. Yet, despite all this experience women remain underrepresented at CEO level. Though in 2024, women comprised 17 percent of newly-appointed CEOs (11 of 64), only 48 women led S&P 500 companies (10 percent), up from just nine per cent in 2000. Frustratingly, the report identifies a phenomenon that affects many women, which sees them stuck on the second-to-last rung of the ladder, not quite reaching the top. Specifically, among S&P 100 companies, women occupy 24 percent of the three main launch positions (COO, president, and head of division/regional market), yet only 8 percent of CEO positions. Whereas men hold 76 percent of launch positions, and 92 percent of CEO roles. The report also highlights the uneven distribution of women across particular executive roles. Some 76 percent of CHRO roles are performed by women, while 56 percent of Chief Marketing Offers are also roles are less frequently linked to the CEO track; men are three times more likely to take profit-linked roles that lead to CEO opportunities. No women founders serve as CEOs of S&P 500 companies, compared to 29 men who are founders and CEOs, indicating a gap in entrepreneurial leadership. Women of color face even greater underrepresentation. At the time of the report, there were no Black or Hispanic women CEOs in the S&P 500, and only six Asian women CEOs, while men of color held a higher share of CEO roles. Things aren't a whole lot better for non-white men either. Asian, Black, and Hispanic men comprised 37 (7.4 percent), eight (1.6 percent), and 17 (3.4 percent) of the CEOs, respectively. Meanwhile, among the highest paid executives in S&P 100 companies, women of color represented three percent, while men of color represented 18 percent. The report concludes that though we have women CEOs at major corporations like Oracle (Safra Catz), Accenture (Julie Sweet), and GM (Mary Barra), there is still a long way to go. As explored previously on The Hill, a 2022 study from three U.S. academics entitled 'Potential' and the Gender Promotion Gap, revealed men are often promoted for showing promise, while women are expected to have achieved something significant first. Advanced AI resume screening software, like Dash, can be trained to ignore names and any details that give away an applicant's gender, ensuring a much more equitable hiring process. However, for very senior roles like CEO, promoting and sourcing candidates is more likely to be person-to-person, relying heavily on internal networks and direct relationships, rather than broad external searches. It's clear that closing the leadership gender gap in America's largest corporations still requires continued effort. And Women's Power Gap's report calls on companies to remove structural barriers, and foster merit-based culture to ensure equal opportunities for all aspiring leaders. If you're not on the CEO track in your organization, but want to advance your career or explore senior leadership opportunities, check out The Hill's job board, which offers a wide range of senior positions across government, policy, and corporate sectors. Ready to find a new role? Browse thousands of jobs on The Hill Job Board
CNBC
5 hours ago
- Business
- CNBC
Trump deportations are a headwind for this fast food stock, Stifel warns
Aggressive U.S. immigration policies could mean trouble for Jack in the Box , according to Stifel. The investment firm downgraded shares of the fast-food restaurant chain to hold from buy. Analyst Chris O'Cull also lowered his price target to $20 per share from $32, implying 17% upside. O'Cull said President Donald Trump's aggressive immigration policies will likely create a significant sales headwind, with unrest and fears of deportation further squeezing the stock. The analyst noted that Jack in the Box is significantly more popular with Hispanic consumers in particular, versus other quick service restaurants. "With a heavy concentration of JIB stores on the West Coast (50%+ system units) and specifically in SoCal (~30% of system units), the disruption to foot traffic, curfews, and broader community unease has likely weighed heavily on sales in some trade areas," he wrote. "More broadly, we believe Hispanic customers are likely to pull back in response to the highly publicized immigration enforcement actions that sparked the unrest." Deteriorating sales are also a headwind for a stock that's down 59% year to date, O'Cull said. JACK YTD mountain JACK YTD forecast "If sales trends continue to deteriorate, the company may fall short of its internal free cash flow targets, which could delay or reduce the scale of planned debt repayment. While we continue to believe the company will be able to execute a sale of Del Taco given the steady inbound interest, the timing and valuation of the transaction will be critical in determining how much deleveraging progress can be made," he noted. Jack in the Box shares shed more than 1% in the premarket following the downgrade. Most analysts are on the sidelines when it comes to Jack in the Box. LSEG data shows that 13 of 20 analysts covering the stock have a hold rating.
Miami Herald
6 hours ago
- Health
- Miami Herald
What's making Miami sick? Are there cures? Take a look
Health Care What's making Miami sick? Are there cures? Take a look This collection of stories examines health challenges facing Miami and potential responses to the issues. One article discusses the impact of Miami's chlorinated tap water on skin health, offering alternatives like filtered showerheads and micellar water. Another highlights the rise of dengue fever, a mosquito-borne illness prevalent in Florida, urging summer travelers to take preventive measures to avoid bites. A separate report focuses on Alzheimer's research at the University of Miami, where researchers work on understanding the disease's prevalence in Hispanic communities. In a related account, Miami-Dade leaders push for police reform in handling incidents involving mental illness, aiming to prevent tragic outcomes. Read the stories below. NO. 1: IS TAP WATER IRRITATING YOUR SKIN? HERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS FOR WASHING Tap water contains chlorine and other minerals that can hurt your skin. | Published October 23, 2024 | Read Full Story by Leslie Baumann, M.D. No image found A caretaker, center, offers cafecito to Asustina Valdes Cabrera, left, while she is tested by UHealth medical researcher Dr. Katrina Celis, right, as part of an Alzheimer study during a community outreach event for the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics where UM researchers performed tests, enrolled new participants and took blood samples to a new Biorespository opening at UHealth's campus, at Hora Feliz Adult Day Care on Thursday, January 16, 2025, in Hialeah, Fla. By D.A. Varela NO. 2: HOW A UM LAB IS UNLOCKING THE SECRETS OF THE BRAIN. IT STARTS WITH A PERSONAL MESSAGE What to know about the visits. | Published January 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante Miami Florida, June 17, 2024 - Gamaly Hollis looks back to her son's grave after she carefully cleaned it. Gamaly Hollis is the mother of Richard Hollis, a young man who was killed by the police on June 15, 2022. By Jose Iglesias NO. 3: FATAL SHOOTING PROMPTS MOVE FOR MIAMI-DADE TO REFORM HOW POLICE HANDLE MENTAL ILLNESS CALLS We have huge challenges with people who have mental illness,' says Miami-Dade Public Defender Carlos Martinez. | Published January 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by Carol Marbin Miller Linda Robertson No image found Aedes aegypti mosquitoes spread dengue to people through bites. NO. 4: DENGUE FEVER ON THE RISE. WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS IN FLORIDA Puerto Rico has recorded at least 1,012 cases of dengue so far in 2025, followed by Florida, 50, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, which has 40 recorded cases. | Published March 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
In Pixar's ‘Elio,' Easter eggs are literally written in the stars — will you be able to spot them all?
When Elio launches into theaters on Friday, audiences will discover more than just a heartwarming sci-fi adventure about a young boy navigating the cosmos. They'll also be treated to one of Pixar's favorite traditions: Easter eggs. Since its earliest days, Pixar has delighted fans with hidden references — some nods to past films, others teasing what's ahead. And Elio is no exception. Directed by Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi and Adrian Molina, and starring Yonas Kibreab as 11-year-old Elio and Zoe Saldaña as his aunt, Olga, the film follows an imaginative boy who is mistakenly identified as Earth's leader in outer space. Keen-eyed viewers will notice the universe around him is filled with winks to Pixar's legacy. More from GoldDerby 'Hope for the best, prepare for the worst': 'Overcompensating' breakout Wally Baram on making her acting debut, defiling prop toilet The case of Leslie Abramson vs. Marcia Clark: Ari Graynor and Sarah Paulson on 'defending' their characters 'The messier, the better': How 'Andor' created the epic, heart-shattering Ghorman Massacre One of the most iconic Pixar Easter eggs is the Pizza Planet truck. First seen in Toy Story, the yellow delivery vehicle has made an appearance in nearly every Pixar film since. Elio continues that tradition. 'The Pizza Planet makes an appearance,' confirms production designer Harley Jessup. Elio also carries heartfelt connections to Coco, reflecting Elio's own cultural heritage.'We were trying, because it is his Hispanic family, we're trying to add a couple things from Coco,' shares lighting art director Ernesto Nemesio. 'There's a couple of Easter Eggs in his house where there's some posters that Frida Kahlo painted in Coco that are in the background.' But Elio doesn't just look to the past — it also gives a sneak peek of what's to come. Pixar often drops hints about upcoming projects in their current films, and Elio takes that to the next level. 'There are a few Easter eggs — or more than Easter eggs — where with our next film, a full-on character shows up,' says animation supervisor Travis Hathaway, referring to Hoppers, the studio's upcoming feature. 'There might also be a Luxo lamp outline in the stars. I think somebody tried to fit those in,' he says, referring to the desk lamp that serves as the mascot of Pixar Animation Studios. Pixar Even the stars themselves, which Elio often gazes up at, hold a special meaning. 'The stars in Elio are the stars in the sky in real life,' explains visual effects supervisor Claudia Chung. 'That is really what the stars would look like from Northern California in the summertime.' One of the film's more playful and inside joke-type Easter eggs is a striped blue shirt Elio wears. 'Our lighting DP has a Zoom screen with this striped blue shirt, and we put that shirt on Elio,' says Chung. Jessup adds with a laugh, 'We didn't tell him.' Chung continues, 'It just showed up and he was like, 'Funny guys.'' Best of GoldDerby Tom Cruise movies: 17 greatest films ranked worst to best 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') 'It almost killed me': Horror maestro Mike Flanagan looks back at career-making hits from 'Gerald's Game' to 'Hill House' to 'Life of Chuck' Click here to read the full article.
