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Larry Summers Retreats from Public Life Amid Epstein Email Fallout

    Larry Summers, professor at Harvard University, during an interview in New York, on Sept. 17, 2025. Larry Summers, former U.S. Treasury Secretary and ex-president of Harvard University, announced he will step back from public engagements following the release of thousands of emails linking him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Summers described himself as “deeply ashamed” of his actions, acknowledging the pain caused by his continued communication with Epstein long after the financier’s 2008 conviction. The House Oversight Committee recently published more than 20,000 documents from Epstein’s estate, including extensive correspondence between Summers and Epstein. The emails revealed that their relationship persisted until at least 2019, just before Epstein’s arrest on sex trafficking charges. In some exchanges, Epstein attempted to connect Summers with influential global figures, while Summers sought advice on personal matters. Summers issued a statement ...

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McDonald’s System Outages Reported Worldwide

 


McDonald’s, the global fast-food giant, faced widespread system outages on Friday, causing disruptions at many of its outlets across the world. The technical glitches led to temporary closures of some restaurants and prompted a flurry of complaints on social media platforms.

Reports of system outages spanned multiple countries, affecting operations in Japan, Thailand, and other regions. The company attributed the disruptions to a “technology outage.”  McDonald’s assured customers that they were actively working to fix the issues.

The chain clarified that the problems were unrelated to any cybersecurity incidents. Customers faced inconvenience due to restaurant closures and service interruptions. Social media platforms buzzed with complaints from patrons who encountered difficulties during their visits.

McDonald’s expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and assured customers that they were diligently addressing the technical hiccups.  The company’s teams worldwide were collaborating to restore normal operations swiftly.

While the system outages disrupted McDonald’s usual operations, the chain remains committed to resolving the issues promptly. As they work behind the scenes to fix the technology glitches, customers can expect a smoother experience in the near future.

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