Greek ferry crews call off strike early ahead of three day holiday weekend

Greek ferry crews call off strike early ahead of three-day holiday weekend

Greek ferry crews have curtailed a four-day strike by several hours, announcing Friday they would go back on the job in the early afternoon instead of at midnight

World - ABC News - October 25

30M early votes cast ahead of Election Day

More than 30 million early votes have been cast so far in the general election, according to the University of Florida's Election Lab. Nearly 15 million of those ballots were cast in person, data ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Greek workers hold general strike over high cost of living and call for collective wage agreements

Greek public and private sector workers have walked off the job in a 24-hour general strike that is disrupting services across the country, with public transport in the capital suspended for ...

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Tube strikes called off after union talks

London Underground drivers were due to walk out on 7 and 12 November.

Saks Fifth Avenue Calls Off Holiday Light Show

The department store is canceling an annual show that has long drawn tourists to its flagship store in New York City.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

New York Times Tech Workers Strike Ahead of Election Day

Times staff worry the walkout could hinder election coverage. Union demands have included higher pay and more remote work flexibility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

Tube strikes by RMT staff called off after talks

The RMT union calls off Tube strikes by its staff after pay talks with Transport for London.

London Underground strikes called off after ‘improved’ pay offer

Aslef union suspends planned walkout that would have caused major disruption to transport network

World - Financial Times - November 5

A strike by Greek teachers triggers a broader labor dispute

Striking Greek public school teachers have marched in protest through central Athens as tensions grow between labor organizations and the center-right government over workers’ rights

World - ABC News - October 23

Greeks go on general strike demanding higher pay

Ships docked at Greek ports, and railway and bus services were disrupted on Wednesday as workers joined a nationwide strike to demand higher pay.

NWSL playoffs scenarios, schedule: Three teams for two spots ahead of final day of NWSL regular season

Portland Thorns and Bay FC could clinch spots this weekend

Sports - CBS Sports - November 1

Firefighters attacked during Bonfire Night disorder

Police and firefighters were targeted by fireworks, bricks and bottles in pockets of disorder across Scotland.

Election Day 2024 live updates: Trump declares victory, claims 'powerful mandate'

Vice President Harris and former President Trump are awaiting the results of the presidential election, with the race remaining deadlocked and many pundits considering it a jump ball.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Thanksgiving travel: What to know ahead of the busy weekend

With Thanksgiving just 10 days away, AAA is forecasting nearly 80 million Americans will travel by plains, trains and automobiles. NBC's senior business correspondent Christine Romans joins TODAY ...

Mattel, Hasbro lower guidance ahead of holiday season

Toy giants Mattel and Hasbro decreased 2024 guidance prior to the holiday season as toy sales continue to fall during the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season

In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.

Business - Inc. - November 4

Walmart Stock Rises on Strong Earnings Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season

The bellwether retailer reported higher-than-expected sales in its latest quarter and upgraded its forecast for the rest of the year.

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Weekend watchlist: ‘The Day of the Jackal,’ ‘Emilia Pérez,' more

From the thriller series “The Day of the Jackal” to the genre-bending musical “Emilia Pérez” and more, pop culture expert Naz Perez sits down with Hoda and Jenna to share the top movies and TV ...

Man escorted off plane in Turkey later found dead

Ben Crook fought with his partner on their journey to Turkey before going missing, an inquest hears.

Walmart Earnings: Holiday Shopping Is Off to a Strong Start

The retailer said sales rose during the most recent quarter, propelled by shoppers buying groceries, home goods and toys—a sign that spending is off to a steady start this holiday season.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission

The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.

Is it better to vote early or on Election Day?

Democrats have been getting a hidden advantage not revealed by the polls.

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike

World - Yahoo News - October 25

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike

Israel is accused of targeting a compound housing journalists in southern Lebanon.

Three journalists killed in Israeli air strike in Lebanon

Attack on journalists who were sleeping in residential compound condemned as ‘war crime’ by Lebanese minister

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Israeli strike kills three journalists in southeast Lebanon

The Beirut-based pan-Arab network Al-Mayadeen TV said two of its journalists were killed and Hezbollah-owned broadcaster Al-Manar said one of its camera operators was also killed in an Israeli ...

China says it's ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting space station early Wednesday

China says all systems are ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting space station on the latest mission to make the country a major space power

Tech - ABC News - October 29

Target, Walmart and other retailers announce price cuts ahead of holidays

Target says more than 2,000 items are having their prices marked down ahead of holiday season, joining other retailers like Walmart and Aldi who have also announced plans for cheaper costs before ...

Mattel Braces for Flat Toy Sales Ahead of Holiday Season

Mattel, the company behind Barbie doesn’t anticipate a high holiday sales season this year.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list

Nike and Kohl's are expecting sales to fall this year, but they remain a top choice among consumers, indicating they must move quickly to not fall out of favor.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list

Nike and Kohl’s may not be winning on Wall Street, but a wide set of consumers still consider them to be the best in their categories, according to a consumer sentiment survey released Thursday.

Hori's Official Steam Controller Is Up For Preorder At Amazon Ahead Of Holiday Release

Wireless Horipad for Steam (Officially Licensed) $60 | Releases December ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 6

Target Stock Plunges After Weak Earnings Report Ahead of Holiday Season

The retailer’s downbeat earnings report, which included lower profit and larger inventory, fell far short of Wall Street’s expectations.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Austria says Russia's Gazprom will cut off natural gas supply this weekend

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

Austria says Russia's Gazprom will cut off natural gas supply this weekend

Austria's chancellor says Russia’s state-owned natural gas company Gazrom will cut off supplies early Saturday to Austrian utility OMV

World - ABC News - 6 days ago

Journalists strike in Greece ahead of a nationwide walkout on Wednesday

Journalist unions in Greece have launched a 24-hour strike, joining broader labor unrest on the eve of a nationwide general strike

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, amid weak clothing demand

Shares of Gap Inc. rallied after hours on Thursday after the clothing retailer pushed its full-year outlook higher and said the holiday shopping season was “off to a strong start.”

Business - MarketWatch - 13 minutes ago

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