ANCHORAGE — The nation’s largest specialty jewelry dealer has agreed to settle a pregnancy bias discrimination lawsuit filed on behalf of an expectant mother who worked at an Anchorage store. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced the settlement Thursday with Zale Corp. The commission said it brought the lawsuit on behalf of Christina Kantarzis, a pregnant worker whose male manager at the company’s Zales store at the Dimond Center refused to promote despite her extensive experience with the company. Zale has agreed to pay Kantarzis $55,000, the commission said in a prepared statement. Zale also has agreed to train managers and supervisors about discrimination and provide information to the commission about its handling of sex and pregnancy discrimination complaints for two years. Find great deals on fitness equipment, dietary needs and personal care products. read more

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Mel B has claimed her pregnancy with Eddie Murphy was planned, citing the actor’s "lifestyle" choices as the reason for their split, according to Essence. This wasn’t some random, ‘Oops I fell over and I’m pregnant. The Spice Girl confirmed reports that she has held meetings with the high profile attorney Gloria Allred regarding Murphy’s involvement with three-month-old baby Angel Iris. If that means I have to hire a different lawyer and a female lawyer who only has the mother’s and baby’s best interests at heart, and it’s truly not about the money, then you’re my girl. Please read the conditions when you can benefit from our services. read more

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Britney Spears may be in the midst. A video of over 1,000 prisoners. As more people pack their laptops. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. read more

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