R&A changes The Open exemption age affecting Champions, but there’s a catch
The 2024 British Open will see a number of significant changes later this year. On Wednesday morning, the R&A (Royal & Ancient) announced three changes to its eligibility criteria from 2024. The change we believe will have the most impact is lowering the exemption age for champions. British Open champions can only receive an exemption […]
Gavin Newsom reportedly pushed for exemption to wage hike law, thereby benefiting his his billionaire donor
California Governor Gavin Newsom (Democratic) law In September, the minimum wage for fast food restaurant workers was raised from $16 to $20 an hour, effective April 1, 2024. However, this legal requirement is not imposed equally. Recent Insider revealed Newsom told Bloomberg that he personally fought for an exemption that would ultimately benefit America’s largest […]
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao denied exemption to participate in 2024 Summer Olympics
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao had hoped to take part in this year’s Summer Olympics, but the International Olympic Committee has notified him that he has been rejected from representing the Philippines. Pacquiao, 45, needed an exemption from the IOC to participate because the age limit for boxers is 40. However, the IOC sent him a […]
Charley Hoffman proves to Tiger Woods a Genesis Invitational exemption not needed
Charlie Hoffman came within one birdie putt of winning the WM Phoenix Open, but fell just short. But he will still be rewarded in some way. His runner-up finish earned him a spot in this week’s Genesis Invitational, his third signature event of the year. This was a decent second place award for him. On […]
Boeing withdraws safety exemption request needed for new model certification
Boeing withdrew its request for a safety exemption for its new 737 Max aircraft after facing criticism earlier this month after an incident in which a door plug on a plane blew off. Last year, the aircraft manufacturer told federal regulators that it would continue to ship 737 Max 7 planes to customers even though […]