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Starbucks Workers Expand Strike to Nearly 60 Stores Nationwide

26 days ago

Starbucks workers have announced an expansion of their strike, closing nearly 60 stores in several U.S. cities. This protest action aims to draw attention to labor conditions and insufficient pay. The strike began earlier this week, and as a result, over 1500 workers across the country have decided to halt their activities to voice their demands. The main requests from workers include improved working conditions, increased pay, and ensuring stable work schedules. Employees claim that the company is failing to meet its promises to them, which has led to significant dissatisfaction among staff.

Teamsters Union Launches Historic Nationwide Strike Against Amazon

1 month ago

In a significant move for the labor movement, the Teamsters Union has announced the beginning of a nationwide strike against the e-commerce giant Amazon. This historic event is the culmination of years of efforts by the union to improve working conditions for the workers involved in delivery and cargo handling for the company. The strike affects over 1,000 workers, highlighting the growing dissatisfaction among workers regarding low wages and high demands from the company.

Hundreds of Culinary Union Workers Strike at Las Vegas Strip Hotel

2 months ago

A strike has erupted in Las Vegas, involving hundreds of Culinary Union workers demanding better working conditions and increased pay. The strike began at a prominent hotel on the famous Las Vegas Strip, one of the city's most visited tourist spots. Workers are expressing dissatisfaction over the slow pace of negotiations with management and the lack of significant improvements in their working conditions.

Hong Kong Prepares for Super Typhoon: Yagi Heads Towards China

5 months ago

Hong Kong is gearing up for the impending super typhoon Yagi, which is moving towards the southern coast of China. The Hong Kong meteorological authority has issued warnings for potential heavy rains and hurricane-force winds in the city over the coming days. The typhoon is expected to reach Hong Kong by Thursday night, bringing dangerous conditions along with it.

An Alternative to the Peso Emerges in La Rioja, Argentina: A New Currency Approach

5 months ago

Argentina is witnessing a rapid rise in alternative currency methods among its population, especially in the province of La Rioja. Following fluctuations and the devaluation of the national currency, Argentines are seeking more stable means of transferring and storing value. One such alternative has been the use of currency based on commodity prices. Thus, local residents are beginning to trade and exchange various goods, using real values as a basis rather than the rates set on currency markets.

Bank of Japan: Rate Hike Possibility Dependent on Economic Outlook

5 months ago

Bank of Japan (BOJ) Deputy Governor Yasuyuki Nishimura stated that an increase in interest rates could be justified if the country's economic outlook materializes. His comments came amid a changing economic situation in Japan, where inflation is rising and consumer sentiment is shifting.

Sony Announces Price Increase for PlayStation 5 in Japan

5 months ago

Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially announced a price increase for the PlayStation 5 console in the Japanese market. Starting from September 15, 2024, the price of both versions of the console, including the standard and digital versions, will rise by 4,000 yen (approximately $27), bringing the prices to 64,980 yen for the standard version and 54,978 yen for the digital version. The decision to increase prices comes in response to volatile production costs that the company is facing amid the changing economic landscape in the country.