divorce
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Buffett stepped down as a foundation trustee in 2021 after the Gateses announced their divorce.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
Maxine is, after all, also an artist, trying to preserve her relationship with her children while going through a divorce, contemplating just how honest to be as she works through her mind’s frenzied state.
From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026
In Tennessee, “inappropriate marital conduct” is a commonly cited ground in a fault-based petition for divorce.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
It may be that you have unfinished business with the relationship itself, despite the divorce, and your dilemma is an opportunity for you to finally let it go.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026
“I didn’t even know you knew about the divorce, before it happened. Why didn’t you say anything?”
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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