Starbucks’ new chief awarded $113mn pay deal and remote office in Newport Beach

Starbucks taps former Chipotle executive as global chief brand officer

In his first week on the job, CEO Brian Niccol said improving the company's branding was one of his four priorities to turn around the U.S. business.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Boeing Workers to Vote on New Pay Deal

A proposal for a 35 percent wage hike over four years could end a costly strike, even as the aircraft maker hustles to sell planes and raise cash.

Business - Inc. - October 21

Police officers killed during bogus 999 call among first to get new award

The first batch of Elizabeth Emblems will be given to relatives by King Charles later this year.

Starbucks turns to Sharpies and price freeze to stem traffic slide

New CEO Brian Niccol pledges to simplify ‘overly complex’ menu and return to its coffee house roots

Business - Financial Times - October 30

The Grammy Awards are headed to ABC starting in 2027 under a new 10-year deal

The Grammys will have a new broadcast home on ABC starting in 2027

Entertainment - ABC News - October 30

4 remote jobs that can pay 6 figures—one can pay as much as $195,000 per year

For those looking for high-paying remote jobs, consider roles like sales engineer and project manager.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Boeing workers end bitter seven-week strike after clinching new pay deal

Two previous pay offers were voted down in walkout that halted most jet production and deepened a financial crisis at the troubled planemaker. Boeing’s US West Coast factory workers accepted a new ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Starbucks tells corporate workers to return to office or risk being fired

Internal note reportedly warns ‘accountability process’ will start next January for company’s hybrid work requirements. Starbucks office workers will risk losing their jobs if they fail to comply ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Starbucks Tells Workers to Return to the Office or Risk Getting Fired

The coffee chain has expected office employees to come in three days a week. Now it is tightening enforcement.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

In Remote Eastern Congo,a New Mpox Variant Is Attacking Children

An earlier strain of the virus was concentrated among adult men. Now it is moving quickly between children, and in many cases it is proving fatal.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

Butchered remains of dolphin discovered on New Jersey beach

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration investigates discovery of remains of common dolphin. The butchered remains of a dolphin were found on a New Jersey beach, and federal authorities are ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Police officers to 'withdraw goodwill' in protest at pay offer

The Scottish Police Federation said that the move would take effect from 1 November at 17:00.

Starbucks Scales Back Discounts Under New CEO

Brian Niccol, the company’s new chief executive, is aiming to improve cafe operations and focus more on selling premium coffee while promoting seasonal drinks.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Starbucks Baristas Demand Change from New CEO

Starbucks baristas hope to see their complaints taken seriously with new leadership at the helm.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Sources: Chiefs finalizing deal for Titans' Hopkins

The Titans and Chiefs are working to finalize a trade that would send wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to Kansas City for a conditional fourth-round pick, league sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

As Workers Head Back to the Office, Some Employers Pay for Workplace Etiquette Tutoring

Pandemic periods of remote work weakened the professional reflexes of many employees, prompting a surge in demand for companies teaching workplace behavior.

Business - Inc. - October 25

Attack on a health center used in an anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills 2 police officers

Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers dead

Health - ABC News - October 29

Attack on health center used in anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills police officer

Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers dead

World - ABC News - October 29

Don't own the AI chip leaders? Jim Cramer says this might be your chance to act

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Business - CNBC - October 15

Starbucks boss shakes up menu to win back customers

The coffee shop chain has also promised to look at pricing and staffing to prevent bottlenecks

Here's how Starbucks' new CEO plans to overhaul its struggling cafes

Starbucks to bring back ceramic mugs and messages written in Sharpie pens to revive a coffeehouse vibe at its nearly 40,000 stores.

Boeing strike ends as workers back 38% pay rise deal

The damaging walkout by around 30,000 unionised Boeing workers started on 13 September.

Boeing workers vote for 38% pay rise deal to end costly strike

Jet production set to resume after disruption that took estimated $2.7bn toll

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Nomura profits surge as chief takes pay cut over trading scandal

Japan’s biggest investment bank and brokerage beats expectations but is still dogged by controversy

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Couche-Tard chief dismisses Seven & i break-up plan and urges talks on $47bn deal

Canadian company’s executives are in Tokyo to try to move buyout offer forward

Business - Financial Times - October 17

COP29 chief exec caught on film promoting fossil fuel deals

Undercover filming shows COP29 chief exec discussing new oil and gas projects ahead of climate summit.

Nobel for Economics Awarded to Authors of 'Why Nations Fail' and an Ex-IMF Figure

The prize was given to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson for work that advanced the understanding of differences in prosperity between countries.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Van Dijk in talks with Liverpool about new deal

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he has opened talks with the club about extending his deal, which runs out at the end of the season.

Warriors don't extend Kuminga before deadline

The Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga did not reach a new deal ahead of Monday's deadline for rookie contract extensions.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Gordon signs new long-term deal with Newcastle

Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon signs a new long-term deal with the Premier League club.

Fermín signs new Barça deal with €500m clause

Barcelona have rewarded Fermín López's early-season form with a new contract that keeps him at the Catalan club until 2029 and includes a release clause of €500 million ($544.4m).

Sports - ESPN - November 1

New deals with Balkan states to target people smugglers

The agreements aim to increase intelligence sharing as part of efforts to tackle small boat crossings.

Grammy Awards to Move to ABC Under New 10-Year Contract

The Grammys will move from CBS to ABC.

Business - Inc. - October 30

KCAL News Anchor, Emmy-Award winner Chauncy Glover dies at 39

KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.

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