resignation

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Shell’s resignation comes after an investigation into whether he disclosed confidential company information to a man who claimed to have consulted for the veteran media executive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

One month after Richard Nixon’s resignation on Aug. 9, 1974, the market was down by 14.4%; one year later it was up by 6.4%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The retirement follows criticism from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and a Quebec legislature motion demanding Rousseau’s resignation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

"How am I going to tell her she has no prospects in life? Because she won't have any," says Indira with clarity and resignation.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Adjoyi Sr. smiled with mock resignation and beckoned me.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo