Marianne Faithfull, a renowned singer and actress, passed away peacefully in London at age 78. Her career spanned decades, beginning with 1960s hits like “As Tears Go By” and film roles such as in *The Girl on a Motorcycle*. Following struggles with addiction, she achieved a remarkable career resurgence with the critically acclaimed album *Broken English*. Faithfull’s enduring legacy encompasses her musical contributions, acting career, and influence on the rock and roll era.
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Pat Gelsinger resigned as Intel CEO after a challenging tenure marked by declining stock performance (down 61%) and missed opportunities in the AI boom, allowing competitors like Nvidia to surge ahead. His efforts to revitalize the company, including cost-cutting measures such as a 15% workforce reduction and a focus on foundry services, proved insufficient to reverse Intel’s fortunes. The company is now under interim leadership from co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus while searching for a permanent replacement, aiming to streamline operations and bolster investor confidence. This transition comes amidst ongoing struggles, including delays in government-funded manufacturing expansions.
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