The Amazon Labor Union, a group of company workers who organized at a U.S. warehouse, recently announced an affiliation with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Formed in 2021, the ALU gained national attention by winning a historic union election in Staten Island, New York, at a facility known as JFK8. Initially established as an independent
As we face the harsh reality of the environmental crisis, it’s easy to get consumed by feelings of doom and despair. However, amidst all the negative news, there are glimmers of hope that we must not overlook. On World Environment Day, it is crucial to focus on the positive aspects and aspirations for a better
Move over French Open, there’s a new racquet sport in town that’s been taking the world by storm – pickleball. This once obscure game has quickly risen to fame, captivating the hearts of millions of Americans in just a few short years. “Dreambreaker: A Pickleball Story,” directed by Ashley Underwood, delves into the incredible growth
In the past five years, GameStop’s popularity has taken a drastic turn with the emergence of Keith Gill, also known as “DeepF——Value.” Starting with a $53,000 investment in GameStop, Gill’s net worth has skyrocketed to over $289 million, thanks to his bold moves in the stock market. He gained widespread attention by rallying retail traders
The traditional saying, “A diamond is forever,” seems to be losing its grip on consumers as more and more people are turning to lab-grown diamonds, gold, and other colored gemstones. This shift in consumer behavior is causing a significant impact on the diamond industry, with giant companies like De Beers facing challenges. The allure of
Warner Bros. Discovery’s Max recently announced price increases for its ad-free options. This move comes amidst a trend of various streaming services making their memberships more expensive. Max currently offers three pricing options: with ads, ad-free, and ultimate ad-free. The price of the ad-free option will increase by $1 per month to $16.99, while the
In a recent announcement, data analytics software maker Databricks revealed its acquisition of Tabular, a startup specializing in optimizing data stored in the cloud. This move comes at a crucial time for Databricks as it faces stiff competition from industry giants like Snowflake. The acquisition, although the exact price remains undisclosed, is reported to be
Insomnia has always been a common issue faced by many individuals, but a recent 5-year longitudinal study has shed light on the possible link between insomnia and the development of depression. This study, conducted on a Canadian cohort, revealed some troubling findings regarding the impact of insomnia on mental health. The study identified four distinct
Amidst mounting accusations, the Kremlin has vehemently denied allegations that it is waging a disinformation campaign against France, its president, and the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Microsoft Threat Analysis Center (MTAC) recently released a statement claiming that “Russia is ramping up malign disinformation campaigns against France, French President Emmanuel Macron, the International
YouTube is currently experimenting with a new feature for its minute-long vertical video format, Shorts. This feature, known as Dream Screen, utilizes artificial intelligence to add custom green screen images to the videos. The goal of this feature is to provide users with the ability to incorporate creative backgrounds into their videos, allowing them to