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Warehouse Workers Strike: A Push for Contract Talks with Amazon

December 19, 2024

It's a busy time of year, especially for Amazon. On Thursday, workers at seven of Amazon's facilities across the US decided to strike. The goal? To pressure the online retail giant into negotiating with their union, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. These workers, from cities like New York

business

Walmart Staff Get Cameras for Holiday Season

December 18, 2024

As holiday shopping ramps up, Walmart is testing out an interesting new tool to help its workers. The retail giant is planning to attach body cameras to some of its store employees. The idea is to deter bad customer behavior and maybe even cut down on theft. This isn't the first time we've seen this

celebrities

McGregor's Next Big Act: Music Industry Moves

December 14, 2024

Irish star Conor McGregor is no stranger to business ventures. He's dabbled in everything from whiskey to clothing lines. But what's next for 'The Notorious'? He's making waves in the music industry with his new record label, Greenback Records. This isn't just another side gig—McGregor is aiming to

entertainment

Astro Bot Wins Big and Gets a Price Cut

December 14, 2024

Astro Bot has snagged the coveted Game of the Year title at The Game Awards 2024. This celebration comes with a nice bonus – a $10 price drop at multiple retailers, making it just $50. The game's clever levels and fun abilities have earned it high praise, even garnering a 9/10 from IGN. They've even

finance

The Day ServiceTitan Hit the Stock Market

December 13, 2024

On Thursday, ServiceTitan, a company that provides financial and customer management software for trade businesses, made a splash in the stock market. Its shares started at $71 but quickly rose to $105, and they're still hovering above $100. Does this mean the IPO floodgates are about to open for te

politics

Holiday Spending: A Mirror of Economic Hopes and Fears

December 13, 2024

This holiday season, Americans are not just buying gifts—they're casting votes on the economy with their wallets. The University of Michigan's Surveys of Consumers, directed by economist Joanne Hsu, has been tracking consumer sentiment for over 75 years. This trusted index shows that how people feel

business

Macy’s Real Estate: A Hidden Treasure?

December 10, 2024

Macy’s might be in a pickle, but some investors think there's gold in them thar hills – or rather, in their real estate. Activist investment firm Barington Capital and private equity firm Thor Equities have a wild idea: shut down Macy's shops and sell everything off, including their prized real esta

technology

Affordable Adventure: Get PSVR 2 Bundle with Horizon for Less

December 9, 2024

Hey there, gamers! Black Friday might be over, but the deals are still rolling in. You can now snag a PlayStation VR 2 bundle with the awesome game Horizon Call of the Mountain for just $349 at Amazon. That's a sweet $250 off its usual price. If you prefer other retailers, you can also find this bun

business

Stock Surprises: Who's Up, Who's Down Before the Bell?

December 7, 2024

Some big names in business are making waves before the stock market opens. Lululemon's shares jumped by 9% after they did better than expected in the last quarter and gave an okay outlook for the holidays. Samsara, a software company, saw its stock drop by 9% because their future plans weren't as ex

business

November Job Report: A Mixed Bag for Workers and Economists

December 7, 2024

In November, the job market bounced back with 227, 000 new jobs outside the farming sector, a big leap from the revised October figure of 36, 000. This rebound was driven by a drop in labor strikes and severe weather in the Southeast. Healthcare, leisure and hospitality, and government jobs led the