Redzepi Steps Down from Noma Amid Abuse Allegations

0:00World headlines in two minutes or less, you're tuned in to global news today. Renee Ritzepi, the head chef at NOMA, one of the world's top restaurants, has stepped down after more than 20 years. The move comes amid serious allegations of abuse from former employees, who describe a toxic kitchen culture with verbal threats and physical, mis-treatment. A New York Times report highlighted claims from dozens of ex-staffers at the Denmark-based spot, which Ritzepi founded back in 2003. He admitted on social media to shouting at people and pushing them in the past, calling his actions unacceptable. Protests erupted outside NOMA's pop-up, and Los Angeles' silver-leg neighborhood, with labor groups demanding his resignation. Corporate sponsors like American Express pulled their support for the 16-week dinner series there. Ritzepi apologized publicly, saying sorry to those hurt by his leadership and anger issues. He shared that therapy helped him find better ways to manage his temper. The restaurant plans to push forward without him, calling its current team the strongest

1:02ever. Ritzepi also quit the board of mad, the non-profit he started in 2011 to support new restaurant workers. Meanwhile, those pricey Los Angeles reservations at $1,500 per person sold out fast. This episode is supported by our sponsor, see details in the description. Don't need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is, S-O-L-I-M-E-SOLY-PILLOW.com.