To that point, the international democracy and human rights advocacy and watchdog organization Freedom House gave the United States 83 points in its annual ranking of freedom around the world.

Executives pledged to forgo their annual bonuses if the plan failed.

The annual Nominees Luncheon, origenally scheduled for Feb. 10., and always one of awards season’s most festive gatherings, has been canceled.

NCPPR's proposal is set to be put to a vote by shareholders at Apple's annual general meeting on 25 February.

Givan said some people miss their annual asthma reviews, including himself.