Retired professor accused of stealing $45K in jewelry from wealthy friends he met in Washington’s elite social circles

NEW YORK — A retired political science professor who traveled in Washington’s elite social circles pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to charges that he stole tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry from his wealthy acquaintances. Lawrence Gray sold at least seven rare and valuable stolen items, including diamond earrings, a pink sapphire brooch, and… Continue reading Retired professor accused of stealing $45K in jewelry from wealthy friends he met in Washington’s elite social circles

Elite athletes show they can perform after pregnancy – but how soon should they test their limits? | Pregnancy

A commentator’s suggestion during Australia’s opening Women’s World Cup match that “motherhood” had “not blunted” midfielder Katrina Gorry’s “competitive instincts” drew widespread criticism. Gorry, who later said she did not take the comment personally, is far from the first mother to come back to the highest levels of elite sport. Her post-pregnancy return is emblematic… Continue reading Elite athletes show they can perform after pregnancy – but how soon should they test their limits? | Pregnancy