The secret life of Bill Gates
The Story
The Times
3.9 • 1.6K Ratings
🗓️ 26 May 2021
⏱️ 29 minutes
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Summary
Since the announcement of the divorce between Bill and Melinda Gates, a fuller picture of the Microsoft billionaire’s life is emerging. What could it mean for the world's biggest private charitable foundation – and what role might Jeffrey Epstein have played in the rift?
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