More Starbucks Store Workers Will Join Strike for Final Day

Final year for the current New Year's Eve ball in Times Square

The New Year's Eve ball that will usher in 2025 for the thousands celebrating in New York City's Times Square will be retired after January 1. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.

CBS News - 1h

How Susan Alexandra Made Online Shopping as Fun as In-Store—and More Than Doubled Sales

The founder of the quirky, New York City-based accessories brand spent two years on a website redesign that’s been well worth the effort.

Inc. - 11h

More than 90% of 401(k) plans now offer Roth contributions – but only 21% of workers take advantage

The share of employers that offer a Roth 401(k) option has increased a lot over the years. A 2022 law will make it nearly ubiquitous among plan sponsors.

CNBC - 1d

Giants say their character will be tested in final games: It would be 'easy' to quit on the season

New York has lost 10 straight games

CBS Sports - 4h

This Fun Hot Wheels Racing Game Is Free For 24 Hours On The Epic Games Store

Since it's the festive season, Epic is once again giving away a free game every day. The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week is another nice find with a ...

GameSpot - 6h

The Bald Eagle Is (Finally) the National Bird of the United States

The bird of brown and white feathers has long represented the United States as a majestic and soaring symbol, but only this week did a law make it official.

The New York Times - 19h

WATCH: Wrexham score crazy golazo volley on Boxing Day on Paul Mullin's magical strike

The striker took his shot sweetly with fantastic form and precision

CBS Sports - 1d

Biden heads to St. Croix for final holiday as president

President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.

CBS News - 1d

More than 450 migrants make Christmas Day crossing

A total of 451 people arrived at the UK coast on 11 boats - the first arrivals for more than a week.

BBC News - 1d

'Squid Game' villain Front Man joins the games for season 2 and reveals a tragic backstory

Actor Lee Byung-hun says he focused on portraying a character whose difficult life has led him to believe "that there is an absolute absence of humanity” in the world.

NBC News - 1d

Russia Strikes Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure on Christmas Day

Moscow again struck Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, part of an effort to wear down the country. “In the trenches, there are no holidays,” one man said.

The New York Times - 1d

Chief scout calls for workers to get volunteering leave

He says Scouts gave him the confidence to ignore people telling him to get the guy who shot at him.

BBC News - 1d

Reviewing Beyoncé's NFL on Christmas Day halftime show: Full setlist, special guests, best moments and more

A look at Queen B's holiday performance

CBS Sports - 1d

Russia says Christmas Day attack on Ukraine was a success, as Zelensky calls strikes 'inhumane'

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

BBC News - 2d

Watch: Helen Worth's final scene as Gail after 50 years

Coronation Street's longstanding character bid farewell to Weatherfield's famous cobbles.

BBC News - 2d

NFL on Netflix Christmas Day: Where to watch Chiefs vs. Steelers, live stream, time, prediction and more

Two playoff-bound teams are facing off on Christmas Day

CBS Sports - 2d

A full list of stores open on Christmas Day 2024

These retailers will be welcoming customers on Dec. 25.

NBC News - 2d

Starbucks union strike expands as workers demand pay raises

The union representing Starbucks baristas says it is expanding its strike to stores in 43 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins. Starbucks says the protests closed down about ...

NBC News - 2d

Starbucks barista strike expands as workers demand pay raises

A Starbucks barista strike is expanding to some 5,000 workers at what organizers said was more than 300 stores in 45 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins.

NBC News - 3d

Starbucks strike impacts less than 200 locations, coffee chain contends

More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.

CBS News - 3d

Starbucks Strike to Affect to Over 300 stores on Christmas Eve, Union Says

The five-day labor action is expected to involve more than 5,000 U.S. employees in the largest-ever labor action against the coffee chain.

Inc. - 3d

After Years of Rumors and Drama, an N.B.A. Star Finally Found a ‘Sense of Peace’

Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell has led the charge to the Cavaliers’ league-best record, at 26-4. But he of all people knows how fleeting it can be.

The New York Times - 3d

Hochul Orders Firing of 14 Prison Workers After Fatal Attack on Inmate

Video of the deadly assault on Robert L. Brooks was “horrific,” “disturbing” and “devastating,” a lawyer for his family said after they watched it.

The New York Times - 3d

Starbucks strike grows as workers demand higher pay and better conditions

Starbucks baristas in 12 cities are on strike, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.The walkouts come just days before Christmas, with workers speaking out against the company's ...

CBS News - 3d

Chelsea's Enzo finally 'feeling good' under Maresca

Enzo Fernández has conceded he has not realised his full potential at Chelsea but is optimistic of doing so after a strong start under Enzo Maresca.

ESPN - 3d

What's open on Christmas Eve 2024? Stores you can visit today.

Here's which food stores, restaurants and other chains are open and closed today, Christmas Eve 2024.

CBS News - 3d

Germany joins EU’s ‘ultra-low’ fertility club

Europe’s most populous country sees fertility rates fall below crucial threshold of 1.4

Financial Times - 3d

Honda shares set for best day in more than 16 years on share buyback plan, Nissan deal

Shares of Japanese automaker Honda surged over 15% following its announcement to buy back up to 1.1 trillion yen ($7 billion) of its shares.

CNBC - 3d

An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Gavin & Stacey finale

BBC News goes behind the scenes during the filming of final episode and speaks to the whole cast.

BBC News - 3d

Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the upstart 3-on-3 league’s final player

Liberty star joins 3-on-3 league due to start in January Ionescu helped New York to first WNBA title in October Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the new 3-on-3 league’s final player for ...

The Guardian - 4d

Study: Remote Work Policies Are Leaving Lower-Paid Workers Behind

Recent data shows that higher-income workers are holding on to remote work privileges more than their lower-paid counterparts.

Inc. - 4d

US Starbucks workers’ strike expands to 11 states as Christmas approaches

Walkouts have caused nearly 50 stores nationwide to close in five days, says Starbucks Workers United union. The five-day strike from the Starbucks workers’ union has grown to include locations ...

The Guardian - 4d

The Container Store Just Filed (Neatly) for Bankruptcy

The home-organizing giant struggled with a pullback in store sales and increased competition from discounters.

Inc. - 4d

KAT continues to ball, Cade Cunningham makes All-Star case & Zach LaVine joins Jimmy Butler on the trade block

Vincent Goodwill and The Athletic’s James Edwards react to Karl Anthony-Towns’ fast start in New York and whether or not the Knicks can translate this into playoff success. Then, Vince and James ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Amazon and Starbucks Workers are on Strike. Trump Might Have Something to do With It

The President-elect was no fan of unions during his first term, though observers suggest he may be more accommodating on labor issues when he returns to office.

Inc. - 4d

Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the new 3-on-3 league's final player

Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the new league’s final player for this season

ABC News - 4d

Liberty's Ionescu joins Unrivaled 3-on-3 league

WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu has signed a deal with Unrivaled that "puts her in a category of her own" among those playing in the 3-on-3 league, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - 4d