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As Amazon expands use of warehouse robots, what will it mean for workers?

Amazon has introduced a handful of robots in its warehouses that the e-commerce giant says will improve efficiency and reduce employee injuries

Tech - ABC News - Yesterday

Amazon workers in more than 20 countries plan Black Friday strikes

Workers at Amazon warehouses around the world plan to strike between Black Friday and Cyber Monday this week.

‘If we can’t unionise at Amazon, we have no future’: the film about the workers who took on Jeff Bezos and won

From the rousing leader dismissed for leading a walkout to the activists handing out free burgers, pizza and weed, an inspiring new documentary charts the long, hard fight to create the delivery ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

How a small group of Amazon workers took on big business and challenged traditional unions | Kenan Malik

A documentary about unionising the company’s Staten Island warehouse reveals new ways of negotiating with oppressive bosses. ‘The union wants to protect workers. The employer wants to protect ...

World - The Guardian - November 17

Amazon workers worldwide set to protest on Black Friday weekend, union federation says

Amazon workers in more than 20 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, plan to hold protests or go on strike between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, two of the marquee ...

Harris huddles with Michigan workers

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Ve Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Harris courts workers in Michigan ahead of election Vice President Harris made ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Amazon debuts Amazon Haul with "crazy low prices." Here's what to know.

Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.

Amazon shares pop on earnings beat, cloud growth

The company's cloud and advertising units showed strong growth.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Georgia poll worker accused of threatening to bomb election workers

A Georgia poll worker was arrested Monday for allegedly mailing a letter threatening other poll workers with rape, a "beatdown" and a bomb threat.

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Former Georgia poll worker indicted in bomb threats against election workers

A former Georgia poll worker has been indicted after reportedly issuing a bomb threat against election workers, the Justice Department said in a press release Wednesday. In the release, the ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

U.S. Workers Might Be Souring on DEI

According to a new survey from the Pew Research Center, U.S. workers are feeling “slightly more negative” about DEI efforts compared with last year.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

Are K-pop stars workers? South Korea says no

In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.

How Amazon Sellers Can Boost Their Holiday Sales

Cyber Week should be brands’ top priority this holiday season. These strategies can help.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Amazon's advertising business grew 19% in the third quarter

Amazon's online advertising business jumped 19% year over year to $14.3 billion in the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Amazon Stock Jumps After Earnings Report Record $15.3 Billion Profit

The tech giant’s cloud computing business picked up steam and its retail business showed resiliency.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

Amazon shares jump 6% after earnings beat

Amazon's latest upbeat results were driven by growth in cloud and digital advertising.

Business - CNBC - November 1

A truck crashes in Ecuador's Amazon killing 10 people

Law enforcement authorities in Ecuador say 10 people were killed after the truck they were traveling in on the country's Amazon fell into a ravine

World - ABC News - November 3

Record drought in Amazon impacts 420,000 children: UNICEF

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Mass Effect to be adapted as a TV show by Amazon MGM

Published by Electronic Arts, the well-loved Mass Effect series is reportedly set to be adapted into a TV show by Amazon MGM.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 7

Sega Launches A New Classics Merch Collection At Amazon

Sega has just launched a gigantic apparel collection on Amazon , featuring iconic games like Streets of Rage and Golden Axe. The merch drop follows hot on the heels of Sega announcing dozens of ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 12

Amazon's top book picks of 2024 revealed

As winter approaches, it's the perfect season to dive into a new book. Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with the top picks for 2024.

Amazon Is Phasing Out Its Freevee Streaming Service

Its shows have moved to Amazon Prime, where they will remain free.

Business - The New York Times - November 14

Fortnite Limited-Edition DualSense Controller Discounted At Amazon

Fortnite DualSense Wireless Controller - Limited Edition $79 (was $85) | Available ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 14

The 21 best Advent calendars to shop on Amazon

The best Advent calendars on Amazon are from Lego, L’Occitane, Burt’s Bees, Lindt and more. Shop Amazon Advent calendars that ship quickly.

Stingless bees' lead conservation efforts in the Amazon rainforest

As President Joe Biden makes history by becoming the first U.S. president to visit the Amazon rainforest, efforts are being made to preserve the planet’s critical ecosystems. One project is being ...

Biden makes historic visit to the Amazon rainforest

President Joe Biden made a historic visit to the Amazon on Sunday and made a call for future generations to protect the wildlife in the region.

In the race for holiday shoppers' dollars, Amazon is setting the pace

Rival retailers tend to follow Amazon whenever it launches online discounts. But landing on deals is increasingly a game of luck, as many appear unannounced.

Amazon Just Dropped the Biggest Echo Show Ever

The Echo Show 21 is the largest yet, plus the Echo Show 15 gets a second generation.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Amazon investing more in Anthropic, ChatGPT's competitor

Amazon has announced a $4 billion investment in Anthropic, one of OpenAI's main competitors. CBS News contributor JD Durkin has more on the brands trying to compete with the popular ChatGPT ...

Amazon is beating other retailers on price, but here’s how you can beat Amazon

Bargain hunters are taking advantage of rebate platforms to bring costs down.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

The naughty siesta: why workers are secretly napping at home

A cheeky little sleep during office hours is more popular than ever – but the days of the furtive snooze may be numbered. Name: The naughty siesta.. Age: The siesta dates back to at least Roman ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

Trump’s Biggest Con: Pretending He’s on the Side of Working Men and Women

He’s even more antilabor and pro-plutocrat than orthodox Republicans.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages

Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.

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