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British Gas Yet to Compensate Customers Affected by Forced Prepayment Meter Installations

UK Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho criticizes slow and insufficient compensation payouts for forced prepayment meters, amid revelations that only 1,500 out of 150,000 cases are receiving redress.


Samsung to Implement Six-Day Work Week for Executives Slammed by Critics 'Not Effective'

Samsung's decision to implement a six-day work week for executives across its key affiliates in South Korea has sparked controversy.

US Lawmakers Pass Billions in Long-Awaited Aid for Ukraine, Israel to Bolster War Efforts

Despite fierce opposition from Republican hardliners, the US House of Representatives approved a $95 billion legislation package giving security assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

TikTok Ban: US Passes Bill That Could Lead to Prohibition of Chinese App Unless Bytedance Divest Ownership

TikTok could be banned in the United States after the House of Representatives decisively passed legislation requiring the app's Chinese owner to divest from the company.


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In the Era of Shrinkflation, Cinemark Sued for Allegedly Swindling Customers by Shortchanging Them on Beverages
Cinemark is allegedly duping its customers by offering 24-ounce drink cups that can only hold a maximum of 22 ounces, according to a proposed class-action suit filed in a Texas federal court.
New York Cracks Down Wealthy Residents Avoiding Taxes by Fleeing the State
When it comes to taxes and the wealthy, timing is crucial — particularly for individuals who moved from New York and established residency elsewhere.
Millions Projected to Travel by Air, Road for US Memorial Day Weekend
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday announced new rules for air traffic controllers to rest at least 10 hours between shifts and 12 hours before a midnight shift.
Florida Man Sets Himself on Fire in Broad Daylight Outside Donald Trump Hush Money Trial Courthouse
A man set himself on fire on Friday outside a New York courthouse where former President Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial was being held.
Joe Biden Bashes Donald Trump for Inheriting His Wealth as He Touts His Middle-Class Upbringing in Union Speech
As he tried to appeal to union workers on Friday, President Joe Biden compared his upbringing to Donald Trump and hit the former president for inheriting his wealth.
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The Dutch Finance Minister expressed confidence in ASML's commitment to remain in the Netherlands despite the company's previous threats.
Shipping Industry Calls on UN to Protect Vessels, Seafarers Following Iran's Seizure of MSC Aries Container Ship
The shipping industry is urging the United Nations (UN) to take decisive action to protect merchant vessels and seafarers amid escalating attacks in the Middle East.
Jury Selection Continues In Former President Donald Trump's New York Hush Money Trial
The New York AG seeks to invalidate a $175 million bond posted by former President Donald Trump. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 19: Former U. S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he exits the courtroom for the day at Manhattan Criminal Court during his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments on April 19, 2024 in New York City.
TikTok Now Targeted by FTC Over Data and Security Practices
The app is currently in the testing phase in Canada and Australia and can be downloaded from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Nike Set to Layoff 740 Employees in Oregon Headquarters in Second Phase of Job Cuts
Nike said in February that it will slash 2% of its global staff as part of a restructuring, but did not specify how many cutbacks would be made locally.