Brewdog has announced job cuts after reporting a £37 million loss for the past year. The company has been experiencing financial losses for five consecutive years and has not disclosed how many jobs will be affected. This follows leadership changes and the sale of a rewilding estate.
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Brewdog reported a £37 million loss last year.
This marks five consecutive years of financial losses, totaling £148 million.
The number of job cuts has not been disclosed, but staff were informed via email.
Co-founder Martin Dickie recently left the company.
Brewdog has closed 10 bars in the UK earlier this year.
Brewdog sold the Kinrara rewilding estate, originally bought for £8.8 million.
Critics noted that trees planted on the estate did not thrive, and planned developments were sold.
The company is known for its craft beers and has locations worldwide, including about 60 pubs in the UK.
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Some pasta products sold at Kroger stores in 17 states are being recalled because they might have a bacteria called Listeria. This bacteria can make people really sick or even cause death. The recall includes specific pasta salads, and Kroger has warned that other products might also be affected.
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The recall affects Kroger stores in 17 states including Alabama, Georgia, and Michigan.
Products being recalled include Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad and Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salads.
Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria found in the products, can cause severe illness.
Mild Listeria infections can lead to symptoms like fever, muscle aches, and diarrhea.
These symptoms usually last from one to three days.
Other affected products might include seafood and meat sold in multiple grocery chains.
The information comes from updates related to food safety warnings.
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TV presenter Emma Willis is announced as a new patron for Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital and Charity. In her role, she will help raise awareness and funds for the hospitals, which play significant roles in maternity and children's healthcare.
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Emma Willis is a well-known TV presenter.
She has become a patron for Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital and Charity.
The hospitals focus on women's health, maternity services, and children's intensive care.
Willis has supported the children's hospital for over ten years.
Her role involves promoting the hospitals and helping to secure funds for patient care.
The hospital charity has another patron, Ben Francis, who founded the brand Gymshark.
Birmingham Women's Hospital has the UK's busiest maternity unit, with 8,200 births annually.
Birmingham Children's Hospital hosts Europe's largest paediatric intensive care unit.
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Chili’s is introducing a new Southwest Queso to replace its Skillet Beef Queso and White Queso, starting October 7. The new item is vegetarian and will be available in various ways, such as an appetizer or a topping. This change aims to attract more customers in a competitive restaurant market.
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Chili’s is replacing its Skillet Beef Queso and White Queso with a new Southwest Queso.
The existing quesos accounted for less than 1% of sales.
Southwest Queso is made with American cheese, cheddar cheese, fire-roasted green chiles, onions, and lime.
It is a vegetarian option, unlike the previous quesos.
The new queso will be available in several varieties, like an appetizer and topping.
Customers in Chili’s rewards program can try the Southwest Queso for free from October 7 to October 21.
Nearly 70% of consumers preferred the new queso in tests over the old Skillet Beef Queso.
The change is part of a trend where restaurants update menus to attract customers during challenging economic times.
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In September, hiring in the U.S. did not show significant growth, despite strong business investment and consumer spending. Private sector data, such as the ADP report and job postings from Indeed, hint at a slow labor market, while government data is delayed due to a government shutdown. Economists and policymakers face uncertainty about the labor market's health and future movements.
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Hiring was slow in September, with weak job growth continuing from the summer.
The ADP report indicated a loss of 32,000 private sector jobs in September.
Job postings on Indeed decreased by 2.5% from the previous month.
The ISM reported job losses in both service and manufacturing sectors, although at a slower pace.
Private sector data lacks information on the size of the labor force and the unemployment rate, which are usually provided by government surveys.
The Chicago Federal Reserve estimated the unemployment rate to remain at 4.3% in September.
Goldman Sachs estimated about 224,000 initial jobless claims in the final week of September.
The delay in government data affects uncertainty around labor market conditions and Fed policy decisions.
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The U.S. government shutdown has delayed the release of the monthly jobs report. This delay affects businesses and policy-makers who rely on this information to understand the labor market's health.
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The government shutdown has postponed the Labor Department's monthly jobs report.
The jobs report provides important details about employment numbers and industry trends.
The delay leaves businesses and policy-makers without key economic information.
The report was expected to indicate an increase of about 50,000 jobs in September.
Job growth has slowed recently compared to last year's numbers.
The lack of available data creates uncertainty for employers and job-seekers.
Some job growth is still occurring, mainly in the healthcare sector.
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SC Johnson CEO Fisk Johnson advocates for more regulation to address plastic waste. He follows the environmental mission of his father, who eliminated harmful chemicals from their products in the past. Johnson supports policies like Extended Producer Responsibility and a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution.
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Fisk Johnson is the CEO of SC Johnson, a company known for household products like Windex and Ziploc.
Johnson's father previously led the company and eliminated CFCs, which were harmful to the Earth's ozone layer, from their products.
SC Johnson has set environmental goals, including using 25% recycled materials in products by 2025, which it has already achieved.
Fisk Johnson signed the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment to reduce plastic waste.
He supports Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which makes plastic-producing companies responsible for managing waste.
Several regions, including parts of Canada and the U.S., have adopted EPR laws to improve recycling rates.
Johnson has called for a global treaty to manage plastic waste effectively.
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Paramount Skydance is reportedly planning to hire Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News, which has led to criticism from some progressive commentators. This potential change comes amid significant organizational changes and financial moves by Paramount Skydance, including a major merger and legal settlement.
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Paramount Skydance may hire Bari Weiss as the editor-in-chief of CBS News.
Bari Weiss is the founder of the Free Press and has a background working with The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
Some progressive commentators have criticized the possible appointment, pointing to Weiss' conservative views.
Paramount Skydance also recently settled a lawsuit for $16 million with Donald Trump.
Paramount has merged with Skydance for $8.4 billion and is experiencing significant internal changes.
Reports suggest Paramount Skydance might acquire the Free Press for about $150 million in cash and stocks.
60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens resigned recently, citing a lack of editorial independence.
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Companies with large frontline workforces face hiring and retaining challenges. To address this, many are increasing pay, benefits, and career opportunities to attract and keep workers. This trend has become more important in the past few years as companies compete for talent.
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Companies like Amazon and ABM Industries find it tough to hire and keep frontline workers.
Amazon's CFO called the labor market "very competitive" and linked wage increases to inflation pressures.
Companies are raising wages and benefits to retain frontline workers, such as Amazon's recent wage hikes.
Frontline jobs include roles like cashiers, healthcare workers, and warehouse staff.
These roles often attract groups facing societal challenges, including women and minority groups.
Companies like Walmart and Target have also raised wages and offered more benefits.
Challenges remain, as a Senate report showed high injury rates at Amazon warehouses.
Charter Communications emphasizes improving conditions for its 90,000 employees by promoting career growth from within.
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Alex Jones might regain control of Infowars if a bankruptcy court can't find a buyer for the platform. Jones owes over $1.4 billion to Sandy Hook families due to defamation lawsuits, and Infowars’ sale was intended to help pay these judgments. Without a buyer, the media platform may revert to Jones, complicating the efforts of Sandy Hook families to collect their awarded damages.
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Alex Jones could take back Infowars if there is no buyer from the bankruptcy process.
Jones owes over $1.4 billion to the Sandy Hook families because of defamation cases.
The sale of Infowars was planned to help pay off these judgments.
The bankruptcy trustee mentioned that the sale process might stop, meaning Jones could get Infowars back.
If Jones regains control, Sandy Hook families might have to pursue their legal claims in different state courts.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court ruled that Jones's debts can't be canceled in his bankruptcy.
With no sale, Jones might continue to operate Infowars, making it harder for families to get their compensation.
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The tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump have increased the cost of Halloween-related items. The National Retail Federation (NRF) reports that consumers will spend an average of $114.45 per person on Halloween, which is $11 more than last year. Many Halloween products are made overseas, leading to higher prices due to tariffs on imports.
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The average spend on Halloween items is expected to be $114.45 per person this year.
This amount is $11 higher than the previous year.
President Trump raised tariffs on most Chinese goods from 20% to 145% in April, then adjusted them to 30% in May.
About 90% of Halloween products have components made overseas, often in China.
Retailer Trick or Trick Studios paid $800,000 in tariff costs, leading to the layoff of 15 employees.
Costumes may cost $5 to $10 more due to tariffs.
Many consumers feel the increased prices make it difficult to afford Halloween items this year.
The White House states that tariffs are meant to support U.S. jobs and industry.
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Amazon introduced a new grocery brand called Amazon Grocery, merging Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly products. This brand aims to offer over 1,000 affordable products, mostly priced under $5, to attract budget-conscious shoppers. The initiative builds on Amazon's successful private-label sales and expands their grocery presence both online and in stores.
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Amazon created a new grocery brand by combining Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly.
The new brand, Amazon Grocery, includes over 1,000 food products.
Most products are priced under $5 to attract budget-focused customers.
Amazon plans to make shopping easier by having all its grocery items under one brand.
Private-label sales at Amazon, which include groceries, increased by 15% in 2024 compared to 2023.
The brand's products cover various categories like dairy, meat, and pantry items.
Amazon is expanding same-day delivery for groceries to more than 1,000 additional locations in the U.S.
Amazon Grocery products will be available online and in Amazon's physical stores.
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New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that mothers in England face a significant drop in earnings after having children. The study reveals that this "motherhood penalty" continues to affect their income for years as their earnings are reduced for each child they have. The report highlights issues such as unequal parental leave and limited flexible work options as contributing factors.
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Mothers in England see a large and lasting decrease in their earnings after having children.
Five years after the first child's birth, mothers' earnings drop by an average of £1,051 a month compared to the year before having the child.
Earnings continue to suffer after additional children, with specific estimated losses over five years: £65,618 for a first child, £26,317 for a second, and £32,456 for a third.
The "motherhood penalty" is linked to high childcare costs, unequal parental leave, and inflexible work hours.
Government efforts include 30 hours of funded childcare and new laws to protect pregnant women or those on maternity leave from redundancy.
Research indicates up to 74,000 new or expectant mothers lose their jobs each year due to pregnancy and maternity discrimination.
Despite a gradual narrowing of the gender pay gap, women working full time earn about 7% less than men.
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Renault warned its UK customers to be careful after hackers accessed personal data from a company that manages data for the carmaker. The hack did not affect financial details such as passwords or bank account information. Renault is contacting those impacted and collaborating with authorities to manage the situation.
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Renault UK warned customers about a data breach affecting a third-party provider.
Customer financial data was not compromised in the hack.
Hackers accessed personal data like names, addresses, and vehicle details.
Renault did not say how many people were affected.
The incident is reportedly isolated and has been contained.
All affected customers will be contacted and advised to ignore suspicious requests for personal information.
Similar cyber-attacks have recently affected other companies like Jaguar Land Rover and Asahi.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers sold on Walmart.com due to the risk of tipping over if not anchored, posing a danger to children. The recall affects about 610 dressers, which fail to meet safety standards set by the STURDY Act. The CPSC urges consumers to stop using the dressers and contact Gunaito for a refund.
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CPSC recalled Gunaito 10-Drawer Dressers sold online by Walmart due to tip-over risks.
The dressers were sold from December 2024 through August 2025 for around $70 each.
They come in brown or white with metal frames and fabric drawers.
Approximately 610 dressers are included in the recall.
The recall is due to violations of safety standards in the STURDY Act, enacted to prevent tip-over injuries.
No injuries have been reported related to these dressers as of October 3.
The dressers are made by Changzhou Hengze Home Furnishing Co. Ltd and distributed by Gunaito Direct.
The CPSC advises immediate cessation of use unless the dresser is anchored.
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Sellers in the U.S. housing market are reducing home prices more than ever to attract cautious buyers. In August, homes typically sold for about 4% less than the asking price, and nearly 17% of sellers lowered their prices, the highest on record since 2012 for that month.
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In August, the typical U.S. home sold for about 4% less than its asking price.
Nearly 17% of sellers reduced their asking prices, the highest rate for August since 2012.
The housing market has slowed down due to high home prices, rising borrowing costs, and economic uncertainty.
There were over 2 million homes listed for sale in the U.S. in August.
Home sales declined 2.3% compared to the previous year.
Listings stayed 8 days longer on the market than in August 2024.
Sellers outnumbered buyers by more than 500,000, tipping the market in favor of buyers.
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A Reddit post about a woman receiving a mini candy bar as a thank-you for 11 years of service at her job has gone viral. This sparked discussions online about employee recognition and the pros and cons of long-term employment with a single company. Statistics show that workers today generally stay at jobs for a shorter time compared to previous generations.
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A woman received a mini candy bar as a reward for 11 years of service at her company.
The post gained over 42,000 upvotes on Reddit since October 1.
The median job tenure for workers is 3.9 years as of January 2024, the lowest since 2002.
Younger workers, especially those aged 16-24, tend to have shorter job tenures.
Older workers are more likely to stay with the same employer for 20 years or more.
Long-term employment can offer stability and promotion opportunities but may lead to limited learning experiences and salary stagnation.
The woman's partner revealed she does not receive bonuses or a high salary.
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The U.S. manufacturing sector is facing a challenge due to a lack of skilled workers, with projections showing that over half of the needed 3.8 million jobs might remain unfilled in the next decade. The issue stems largely from an aging workforce and a lack of interest from younger generations, who often see manufacturing jobs as less attractive. Efforts are underway to change this perception and encourage more young people to consider careers in manufacturing.
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The U.S. manufacturing sector employs nearly 13 million people.
There is an expected need to fill 3.8 million manufacturing jobs in the next ten years.
A shortage of skilled workers could leave 1.9 million of these jobs unfilled.
Many current manufacturing workers are over 55 and nearing retirement.
Manufacturing jobs are often perceived as outdated, though modern jobs are technical and safe.
The average salary in manufacturing in 2023 was $102,629.
Programs like FAME USA and Creators Wanted aim to connect students with manufacturing opportunities.
Initiatives are being launched to bring awareness to manufacturing careers, such as partnerships with schools.
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Japan is experiencing a shortage of Asahi beer and bottled tea due to a cyber-attack. The attack has affected Asahi's ability to process orders and deliver products from most of its factories within the country.
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Asahi Group's factories in Japan stopped operations due to a cyber-attack.
The attack disrupted Asahi's ordering and delivery systems.
Major retailers like FamilyMart and Lawson warn of Asahi product shortages.
Asahi has paused orders and shipments with no timeline for resumption.
FamilyMart stated that its Famimaru range of teas may be unavailable.
Lawson plans to offer alternative products to reduce customer impact.
Asahi is Japan's largest brewer and sells brands like Peroni and Grolsch.
There is no evidence of customer data being leaked from this attack.
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Baroness Michelle Mone has criticized the chancellor for using what she calls "inflammatory" language after a company connected to her, PPE Medpro, was ordered to pay a penalty for breaching a Covid-19 protective equipment contract. The company is linked to Baroness Mone's husband and failed to meet government standards for PPE gowns. Following a court ruling, there have been calls for Mone to lose her title as a peer.
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PPE Medpro is linked to Baroness Michelle Mone and her husband, Doug Barrowman.
The company was ordered by a judge to pay £122 million for not meeting contract standards for PPE gowns during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Baroness Mone accused the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, of using language that was "dangerous and inflammatory."
Mone claims Reeves' comments led to threats against her and increased concerns for her safety.
There are demands for an investigation into possible government interference in legal matters concerning the case.
Peerages can only be revoked by an act of Parliament, and there are cross-party calls for Mone's title to be removed.
The High Court found the company's surgical gowns did not pass a required sterilization process.
Baroness Mone was appointed as a Tory peer in 2015 but lost the whip following contract-related revelations.
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