1/2 Thousands of Starbucks workers are engaging in a strike due to allegations that the company is prohibiting stores from displaying LGBTQ Pride Month decorations. (Image Source: Kevin Dietsch/UPI) June 23 (UPI) — Today, thousands of Starbucks workers have initiated a strike, claiming that the company has prevented numerous stores from adorning decorations in honor …
3M reaches a $10.3 million settlement in water contamination lawsuit On Thursday, 3M, a prominent chemical and manufacturing company in the United States, announced a settlement of $10.3 million with nationwide public water suppliers. The settlement addresses accusations of water contamination caused by “forever chemicals.” The company’s statement revealed that the agreement resolves both current …
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-NY, lauded the ratification of the U.S.-Chile tax treaty on Thursday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 22 (UPI) — The U.S. Senate voted on Thursday to ratify the U.S.-Chilean tax treaty, marking the end of a more than 10-year delay without a floor vote. Senators Josh Hawley, …
1/3 TikTok’s chief operating officer V Pappas announced that she will be stepping down from her role at the social media giant. (File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo) June 22 (UPI) —TikTok’s chief operating officer V Pappas has revealed that she will step down from her position but will continue to serve as …
1/3 Bitcoin Surpasses $30,000 as BlackRock Pursues Cryptocurrency ETF June 21 (UPI) — Bitcoin experienced a surge above $30,000 on Wednesday, following BlackRock’s announcement of its plans to establish an exchange traded fund (ETF) for the cryptocurrency. The price reached a peak of $30,067.01 for the well-known digital currency. This figure represents Bitcoin’s highest value …
The United States imposed sanctions on Wednesday against two of Myanmar’s largest regime-controlled banks and its ministry of defense. The Biden administration’s move is aimed at targeting revenue sources that support the military junta and its repressive actions against the people. (File photo by Diego Azubel/EPA-EFE) June 22 (UPI) — In a bid to undermine …
Nova Bus, an electric bus manufacturer, revealed its plan to close down its American manufacturing plant located in New York and redirect its operations to Canada. Photo Courtesy of Nova Bus June 21 (UPI) — Nova Bus, a prominent player in eco-friendly transportation and a member of the Volvo group, announced on Wednesday that it …
A California restaurant, Taqueria Garibaldi, has been ordered to compensate its workers with $140,000. This comes after federal investigators discovered that the restaurant’s owner had hired a fake priest to force employees to confess their “workplace sins.” Taqueria Garibaldi had to face the consequences of its actions. Photo courtesy of Taqueria Garibaldi. June 21 (UPI) …
1/5 Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson recently engaged with potential voters during a campaign visit to Nishnabotna Valley REC in Harlan, Iowa, where he discussed his energy policy and other important matters. Hutchinson expressed his desire to roll back President Joe Biden’s renewable energy deadlines if he is elected as president in 2024. He expressed …
Media firm Gannett has taken legal action against Google, claiming that the tech giant engages in unfair practices in its digital advertising. Image Source: John Angelillo/UPI June 20 (UPI) — Media company Gannett has filed a lawsuit against Google, alleging that the technology powerhouse engages in unfair practices in the realm of digital advertising. The …