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Union drive at Amazon warehouse fails after bitter campaign
Unions and political leaders have argued that Amazon employees face constant pressure and monitoring, with little job protection, highlighting the need for collective bargaining.
US Labor Board finds Amazon wrongly fired activist workers
The National Labor Relations Board said that it found merit in claims made by dismissed Amazon employees Emily Cunningham and Maren Costa.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' ex-wife marries private school science teacher
In 1994, Scott helped Bezos set up Amazon but in 2019, they divorced after the issue with Lauren Sanchez erupted.
Amazon opens 'contactless' UK grocery store
To use the new outlet, customers have to download an app and then scan a QR code before an electronic gate swings open and allows them to browse a range of Amazon-brand products.
Amazon accused of race-gender bias in workplace
Amazon is digging into allegations made in the lawsuit, the spokeswoman added.
Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO
Bezos, 57, founded Amazon in his garage in 1994 and went on to grow it into a colossus that dominates online retail.
Hundreds protest Amazon expansion in France
Amazon plans to set up a 38,000-square-metre (400,000-square-feet) facility in the small southern town of Fournes.
Conservative social network Parler sues Amazon over web shutdown
In its early days, the platform attracted a crowd of ultraconservative and even extreme-right users. But more recently it has signed up many more traditional Republican voices.
Conservative site Parler, banned by tech giants, is headed offline
If Parler is unable to find a new hosting partner by 08H00 GMT Monday, when Amazon cuts off its services, the site will be unable to function.
Elon Musk now world's richest man, overtaking Amazon's Jeff Bezos
The wealth of Elon Musk has exceeded that of Jeff Bezos by $10 billion, which led him to grab the title of the "world's richest man."
Amazon slated to spend $2 billion on affordable housing for employees
Around 2,000 Amazon employees will benefit from the $2 billion Housing Equity Fund that the company is providing.
Brazil wildfires surge again in 2020
Experts say the fires in the Amazon are mostly set by people clearing land for farming and ranching.
Amazon in talks to buy podcast publisher Wondery: report
Wondery is seeking $300 million or more from a suitor, according to US media reports.
PS5: Retailers that might still have stocks and accessories available on launch day
Barely a week before its official release, the manufacturer already announced that it plans to sell the PS5 via online channels only.
Singles Day: China's shoppers splash the cash in world's biggest spending spree
As of Tuesday night, Alibaba platforms had already processed 372.3 billion yuan ($56.5 billion) in sales.
Black Friday 2020: Nintendo Switch early discounts to grab on Amazon
Before Black Friday deals become available, Amazon is already offering discounts on various games and accessories.
UK independent bookshops go online to reach new audiences
The shuttering of bookshops ahead of the busy Christmas period is particularly hard for independent booksellers.
Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X availability: When and where to get it
On launch day, there were individuals spotted outside of a GameStop in Greenfield, Wisconsin who were apparently hoping to purchase the Xbox Series X.
Xbox Series X: Amazon confirms shipment delays via email sent to those who preordered
Unlike the PS5 -- which Sony confirmed will not be available in retail stores -- select outlets will have stocks of the Xbox Series X.
Black Friday 2020: Best beauty deals by brands and retailers announced so far
Black Friday 2020 will be marked on Friday, November 27, followed by Cyber Monday on November 30.
Black Friday 2020: Early tech deals Amazon UK shoppers should know about
Those shopping for tech products should check out Amazon's Thanksgiving 2020 early sale, which is currently live and will end on November 19.
'Truth Seekers' cast talk about 'multi-season arc' on Amazon
"Truth Seekers" actors Simon Pegg and Nick Frost want three seasons of the series.
Solid Big Tech earnings expected despite politics
Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Twitter and Google-parent Alphabet are all slated to disclose how their businesses faired in the third quarter of this year.
Big week for Big Tech as earnings, hearings loom
Earnings reports are due this week from Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and Google-parent Alphabet.
'I Know What You Did Last Summer' series coming to Amazon
The series will be a modern take on the 1997 slasher flick.
Prime Day 2020: Great deals to grab before the sale ends
The selection that is currently on sale will surely have something that would meet the needs of Prime Day shoppers.
Amazon employees request paid time off for voting in upcoming 2020 polls
Over 1,500 workers expressed their intent to support the call for additional paid time off in just an hour after the petition was launched Tuesday morning.
Amazon Rainforest at the verge of transitioning into savanna, scientists warn
Nearly 40 percent of the Amazon jungle could change into a savanna ecosystem if rainfall levels continue to drop, as per a study.
Lawmakers slam big tech 'monopolies' in new report
The report comes after an investigation of more than 15 months and hearings this year with the top executives of the four firm.
Amazon says nearly 20,000 its workers got Covid-19
The release of the figure comes as some workers in logistics centers have criticised the company's safeguards to protect them from the pandemic.