Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket line

Starbucks has agreed to pay $35 million to over 15,000 New York City workers to settle claims of unfair scheduling and hour reductions, as the company faces ongoing union strikes. The settlement includes $3.4 million in civil penalties and compliance with the city's Fair Workweek law. The unionized workers, who have been seeking better hours and staffing, have been on strike for months, with support from politicians like Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders. Starbucks has committed to operating responsibly and complying with local laws, but the company acknowledges the challenges of managing the city's Fair Workweek law.

World-famous brewing institution leaving U.S. for Canada

A world-renowned American beer brewing school is relocating from the U.S. to Montreal, Canada, marking a significant shift in the brewing industry.

FAA gives $10K bonuses only to controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that only 776 air traffic controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during the government shutdown will receive $10,000 bonuses, leaving nearly 20,000 other workers without compensation. The FAA, already short on controllers, faced delays and flight cuts due to absences. President Trump suggested bonuses for those who stayed and docking pay for those who missed work, though no penalties have been announced. Unions and Democratic Rep. Rick Larsen criticized the decision, arguing all workers deserve recognition. The FAA's Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy defended the bonuses, acknowledging the dedication of those who worked without pay. The FAA has since improved staffing and resumed normal operations.

Drinking water tainted with Fluroide doesn't make you dumb - and - might actually make you smarter... according to science.

Fugees Rapper Pras Michel Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison

Killing me softly with his song will hit different now....

Half of UK novelists believe AI will replace their work

Has the amount of words written by AI exceeded the amount written by humans yet?

Brendan Fraser Says 4th Mummy Will 'Give Fans What They Want': 'Been Waiting 20 Years for This Call'

The Brendan Fraser comeback story is one for the books! Pew Pew Pew

AI Slop Has Turned Social Media Into an Antisocial Wasteland

The internet is slop upon slop

Ryan Wedding, ex-Olympian-turned drug lord, charged with murdering witness; FBI offers $15 million reward

Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding, now a fugitive and one of the world's most powerful drug lords, has been indicted by the U.S. government on charges including murder, money laundering, and drug trafficking. Authorities believe he is hiding in Mexico under the protection of the Sinaloa Cartel, with the FBI offering a $15 million reward for his capture. Wedding is accused of overseeing a transnational criminal enterprise that imports 60 metric tons of cocaine annually into the U.S., generating billions in profit. The investigation, 'Operation Giant Slalom,' involves multiple countries and law enforcement agencies in the ongoing manhunt for Wedding.

Amtrak: A Year of Records

Amtrak closed Fiscal Year 2025 with record ridership and revenue, marking another year of growth and strong performance. The company provided 34.5 million customer trips, a 5.1% increase over the previous year, and achieved $2.7 billion in adjusted ticket revenue, a 10.4% increase year-over-year. Amtrak's focus on reliability, customer experience, and infrastructure improvements contributed to these historic results, with notable achievements including the launch of NextGen Acela, the restoration of Gulf Coast service, and significant capital investments in infrastructure projects.