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Theathleticuk - Dec 19th, 2024
How Guinea's stadium tragedy happened, Friedkin Group's Everton takeover complete
Today in TAFC: How the stadium disaster in Guinea led to deaths of at least 56 people. Plus: Friedkin Group's takeover of Everton completed.
Fox News - Dec 19th, 2024
Palestinian Authority under pressure amid rising resistance, popularity of Iran-backed terror groups
Palestinian Authority’s crackdown on terrorists intensifies, but efforts to regain control of the city and surrounding areas face fierce resistance.
Raw Story - Dec 19th, 2024
Teamsters Union launches 'largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history'
The Teamsters launched what the union described as "the largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history" on Thursday morning to protest the e-commerce behemoth's unlawful refusal to bargain with organized drivers and warehouse workers across the country.Workers in New York City, Atlanta, San Francisco, and other locations are expected to participate in Thursday's strike, with more facilities prepared to join if Amazon's management doesn't agree to negotiate contracts with unionized employees.The union said Wednesday that Teamsters locals are also "putting up primary picket lines at hundreds of Amazon Fulfillment Centers nationwide.""Amazon warehouse workers and drivers without collective bargaining agreements have the legal right to honor these picket lines by withholding their labor," the Teamsters said.Sean O'Brien, the union's president, said in a statement late Wednesday that "if your package is delayed during the holidays, you can blame Amazon's insatiable greed." The Teamsters had given Amazon until December 15 to agree to contract talks."We gave Amazon a clear deadline to come to the table and do right by our members. They ignored it," said O'Brien. "These greedy executives had every chance to show decency and respect for the people who make their obscene profits possible. Instead, they've pushed workers to the limit and now they're paying the price. This strike is on them."The Teamsters union represents roughly 10,000 workers at 10 facilities across the U.S., at least seven of which are taking part in Thursday's walkout.Leah Pensler, a warehouse worker at Amazon's DCK6 facility in San Francisco, said that "what we're doing is historic.""We are fighting against a vicious union-busting campaign, and we are going to win," Pensler added.Amazon, which has a market cap of over $2 trillion and spends big on anti-union consultants, insists it doesn't have a legal obligation to bargain with the Teamsters and has accused the union of attempting to "coerce Amazon employees and third-party drivers to join them."But the National Labor Relations Board has said Amazon is a joint employer of its delivery drivers, meaning the company must bargain with workers who have joined the Teamsters."Amazon is one of the biggest, richest corporations in the world," said Gabriel Irizarry, a driver at DIL7 in Skokie, Illinois. "They talk a big game about taking care of their workers, but when it comes down to it, Amazon does not respect us and our right to negotiate for better working conditions and wages. We can't even afford to pay our bills."The strike comes months after the Amazon Labor Union, which successfully organized warehouse workers in Staten Island in 2022, voted to formally affiliate with the Teamsters in an effort to finally secure a contract. The JFK8 fulfillment center in Staten Island is among the facilities that have voted to authorize strikes."I've seen the Teamsters win big battles," said Dia Ortiz, a worker at DBK4 in New York. "We're ready to do what it takes to win this one."
Benzinga - Dec 19th, 2024
This Budget US Airline Is Offering A 'GoWild' Pass: Catch Unlimited Flights For A Year At $299
In a bid to attract budget-savvy travelers, Frontier Airlines by Frontier Group Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:ULCC) has announced the launch of its “GoWild!” pass, offering unlimited flights for a year at an introductory price of $299. This offer, which targets spontaneous adventurers, is available to the first 5,000 customers who sign up before the pre-sale ends on December 18.What Happened: Frontier Airlines is launching a new offer aimed at budget-conscious travelers. The airline’s “GoWild!” pass, priced at $299 annually, provides unlimited flights for a limited time, CNBC reported on Thursday The “GoWild!” pass is designed for spontaneous travelers and those seeking endless adventures, according to Bobby Schroeter, Chief Commercial Officer ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
Startribune - Dec 19th, 2024
Watch Class 1A contender Cloquet-Esko-Carlton clash with St. Cloud Cathedral in Star Tribune Game of the Week
NSPN.tv’s livestream of the No. 2-ranked Lumberjacks hosting the No. 7 Crusaders in this postseason primer begins Thursday at 7 p.m. on startribune.com.
Raw Story - Dec 19th, 2024
'Footnote in history': CNN Republican writes Matt Gaetz's political epitaph
A CNN conservative commentator wrote off Matt Gaetz's political future as the House Ethics Committee prepares to release a report on its investigation into shocking allegations against the former lawmaker.The panel voted in secret earlier this month to reverse its previous decision on the report, which will reveal findings from a congressional investigation into allegations that Gaetz paid for sex with teenage girls, used illicit drugs and shared lewd images with colleagues on the House floor, and Republican strategist Brad Todd told "CNN This Morning" that this would be a nail in the coffin of his political career."In a town full of reptiles, Matt Gaetz is the least popular snake," Todd said. "The lesson in all of this is Matt Gaetz made no friends. He helped nobody with their objectives in the U.S. House, and so, therefore, no one's ready to stand up for him right now. He also bragged about his exploits, according to [Sen.] Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and others, so it's no surprise, I think, that these members of the Ethics Committee, they don't want to be on the hook for this. They want the world to know what they know, because they don't want to be accused of covering up for him."ALSO READ: We're watching the largest and most dangerous 'cult' in American historyThe Florida Republican resigned from the congressional seat to which he'd just won re-election after Donald Trump nominated him as attorney general, but Gaetz announced he would not return to Congress after GOP senators made clear he would not have enough votes to be confirmed."Something else happened, though," Todd said. "Ballots dropped in the first district of Florida yesterday, absentee ballots did in the special election to replace Matt Gaetz. He's about to be a footnote in history. This may be the last story we write about him."Watch below or click the link.- YouTubeyoutu.be
Fox News - Dec 19th, 2024
Congress battles over looming government shutdown and more top headlines
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Staten Island Ny Local News - Dec 19th, 2024
Staten Island HS girls’ basketball: Schrecker, Ross lead New Dorp to big rematch win over previously unbeaten Tottenville
Centrals record 70-55 triumph.
Pc Gamer - Dec 19th, 2024
Stalker 2 revives A-Life with a mondo-huge 110 GB Christmas patch that marks the game's first major update
Weight limit exceeded.
Tom's Guide - Dec 19th, 2024
21 last minute gift ideas for under $50 — get these in time for Christmas
There's not much time left before the holidays! I found the best last-minute gift ideas under $50 from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more retailers.
Mcall - Dec 19th, 2024
What to know about Allentown, Bethlehem’s tax increase-free 2025 budgets
Here is what you need to know about the budgets of the Lehigh Valley's two largest cities.
The Guardian - Dec 19th, 2024
Calls for abortion law change in England after couple sentenced for buying pills
Campaigners say case of Sophie Harvey and her partner exposes harmful and unnecessary criminalisation of womenThe prosecution of a young couple who were handed community orders at Gloucester crown court more than six years after the stillbirth of a baby has led to renewed calls for abortion law reform in England.Sophie Harvey and Elliot Benham, both now 25, were originally arrested on suspicion of murder after they disposed of a stillborn foetus. Continue reading...
Nj - Dec 19th, 2024
What $750,000 or less gets you in Mercer County, Dec. 9 to 15
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Mercer County, here's what sold for or under $750,000 between Dec. 9 and Dec. 15.
Video Gamer - Dec 19th, 2024
GTA Online Happy Holidays hauler 2024 Christmas truck ready to find for free gifts
Snow has return to GTA Online to wrap up 2024, which means the Happy Holidays hauler Christmas truck is ready to find for free gifts.
Abc7 Chicago - Dec 19th, 2024
Holiday shopping quick tip
Here's a last-minute holiday shopping tip so you can stick to a budget.
Gazette - Dec 19th, 2024
Gisèle Pelicot speaks after ex-husband found guilty of rapes, sentenced to 20 years in France
Gisèle Pelicot said after 51 men were all found guilty in the drugging-and-rape trial that turned her into a feminist hero that the ordeal was “very difficult” and expressed support for other victims of sexual violence. Pelicot said Thursday that...
Cleveland - Dec 19th, 2024
Cleveland pro women’s soccer bid: Darcy cartoon
Cleveland lost another major sports competition to Denver again. This time a bid to be the National Women's Soccer League expansion franchise. Broncos QB John Elway was not part of the Denver group. Elway had led the Denver Broncos to back to back AFC Championship wins over the Cleveland Browns in the late 1980's.
Pr Newswire - Dec 19th, 2024
PetScreening Ranked No. 151 on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 List
Ranking reflects company's continued growth in the rental-housing market CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PetScreening, which offers the rental housing industry's first and leading pet policy management software at no charge to property owners and managers, today announced...
Cbs News - Dec 19th, 2024
Mayotte cyclone survivors plead with visiting French president for help
"Mayotte is demolished," an airport security agent told President Emmanuel Macron as he arrived in the remote French territory five days after Cyclone Chido.
The Sun - Dec 19th, 2024
Travis Kelce sends clear message over Kansas City Chiefs schedule with chaotic Christmas ahead
