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Oprah Winfrey’s iconic Favorite Things list for 2024 has arrived, offering a curated selection of gifts for every personality. From foodies to tech enthusiasts, this year’s collection highlights must-haves that blend practicality, luxury, and style. Standout items include the Cozy Earth Pajama Set, crafted from ultra-soft, sustainable materials, and the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, boasting […]
TNT announced that it has submitted a matching offer to retain its NBA broadcast rights and its intent to continue producing the beloved studio show “Inside the NBA.” The NBA has not responded. The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand reports that TNT is matching the new 11-year, $1.8 billion annual contract the NBA has with Amazon, a deal that […]
An investigation by the US Senate has found that Amazon’s Prime Day and holiday season are particularly hazardous for warehouse workers, with a marked increase in injuries during these peak periods. The report, released by Sen. Bernie Sanders, highlights the unsafe conditions in Amazon warehouses, driven by the high volume of work and intense pressure […]
Amazon has donated $500,000 to support STEM programs for underserved youth in Rochester, NY. The funds were split between the Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC) and the Greater Rochester Afterschool & Summer Alliance. Simeone Banister, President and CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, emphasized that such investments are crucial for preparing young people […]
The Department of Justice, along with 30 state and district attorneys general, filed a federal lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment and its subsidiary Ticketmaster, alleging they have monopolized the live event ticketing market in the U.S. Key points include: Allegations: The suit claims Live Nation has engaged in anticompetitive practices, such as retaliating against competitors, […]
Amazon, Walmart, and Target have recently discontinued sales of weighted infant sleepwear following safety concerns raised by federal regulators and medical experts. These products, such as swaddles and sleep sacks with added weights, have been scrutinized for potentially endangering babies by impeding their movement and breathing. The American Academy of Pediatrics and other safety advocates […]
The tech industry experienced a significant downturn in 2023, with over 260,000 job losses, marking the toughest year since the early 2000s dot-com crash. Executives attributed these mass layoffs to factors such as a pandemic-induced hiring surge, high inflation, and declining consumer demand. Entering 2024, the situation seemed to stabilize, with workforce levels, inflation rates, […]
A suspect was arrested in connection to the Rochester man that was killed in a hit and run outside of the Buffalo Bills home game against the Denver Broncos earlier this week. Reports say the person accused of being behind the wheel of the vehicle that struck and killed the 65 year man was working […]
Amazon is set to host a recruitment event in Rochester this week, aiming to fill 1,000 vacancies. The recruitment event will take place on Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm at the Italian American Community Center, located at 150 Frank DiMino Way in Gates. Amazon is offering a mix of full-time, seasonal, and part-time […]
Families of the victims involved in the mass shooting at the Tops supermarket in Buffalo last year have come forward with a lawsuit stating that websites like social media and gun sellers helped cause the attack. According to the lawsuit, the families said the shooter was influenced by hateful lies he found online. “They helped […]
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