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YouTube TV and Disney are in a disagreement about the fees for carrying channels like ESPN and ABC. This disagreement has caused Disney's channels to be unavailable on YouTube TV, affecting about 10 million subscribers. Both companies are trying to negotiate new terms but have different perspectives on pricing, especially as YouTube TV wants adjustments based on its growing subscriber base.
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YouTube TV and Disney are in a dispute over channel fees, affecting ESPN and ABC.
Disney's channels have been off YouTube TV for over a week, impacting 10 million subscribers.
Disney is reportedly losing about $4.3 million per day due to the blackout.
The primary disagreement now is over the terms for ABC, not ESPN.
Disney has moved more live sports to ABC, which they believe deserves higher fees.
YouTube TV is not seeking immediate discounts but wants future rate reductions as it grows.
The conflict started when an agreement expired at the end of October.
Disney and YouTube TV are publicly blaming each other while continuing negotiations.
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Jet2, an airline, will start flights from Gatwick Airport for the first time. They secured space for six planes and will offer flights to 29 places starting in March next year.
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Jet2 will begin flights from Gatwick Airport.
The airline secured slots for six aircraft at Gatwick.
Flights will start on March 26 next year.
Jet2 will fly to 29 destinations, including Spain, Greece, and Turkey.
The Gatwick location will be Jet2's 14th base in the UK.
Hundreds of new jobs will be created at Gatwick, including roles for pilots and cabin crew.
The first Jet2 flight from Gatwick will go to Tenerife.
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Actor James Van Der Beek is auctioning memorabilia from his acting career to pay for his cancer treatment. The auction will feature items from his TV shows and movies, including pieces from "Dawson’s Creek." All proceeds will go towards his medical expenses.
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James Van Der Beek was diagnosed with Stage III colorectal cancer in the previous year.
He is partnering with Propstore for a memorabilia auction in December.
Items include his outfit from the "Dawson’s Creek" pilot, worth around $4,000.
Another item is a necklace from "Dawson’s Creek," estimated between $26,400 and $52,800.
The auction proceeds will help cover Van Der Beek's cancer treatment costs.
The auction event will occur live in London on December 6-7 and will be accessible globally.
Colorectal cancer is the fourth most-common cancer in the U.S., with over 150,000 cases annually.
Treatment costs for colorectal cancer are the second-highest among cancers in the U.S.
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Amazon has announced significant layoffs this year, which has left their teams smaller. The focus now is on resetting the company culture to improve speed and clarity by empowering remaining leaders and using technology like AI to enhance productivity.
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Amazon announced major layoffs, affecting its workforce.
The layoffs were part of a strategy to make the company faster by reducing management layers.
Leaders need to shift focus from survival to improving collaboration and productivity.
Neuroscience suggests uncertainty can lead to defensive thinking, which may hinder performance.
Leaders can encourage a culture of openness and innovation by focusing on shared goals.
AI tools can help teams work more efficiently when integrated thoughtfully.
CEOs and managers should actively participate in reshaping how work is done, not just monitor outcomes.
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Paramount+ plans to increase its subscription prices starting January 2026. This change is part of a reorganization following Paramount Global's merger with Skydance Media, aiming to fund additional investments in programming and user experience. The announcement comes as Paramount+ reports growth in subscribers and revenue.
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Paramount+ will raise subscription prices from January 15, 2026.
The Essential plan will increase by $1 to $8.99 per month.
The Premium plan will also rise by $1 to $13.99 per month.
Annual Essential and Premium plans will increase to $89.99 and $139.99, respectively.
The price changes come after Paramount merged with Skydance Media.
Paramount+ added 1.4 million new subscribers, reaching 79 million.
The streaming service saw a 17% increase in direct-to-consumer revenue.
Paramount+ has invested significantly, including a $1.5 billion deal for exclusive content and a $7.7 billion deal with UFC and WWE’s parent company.
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Some Starbucks baristas in the U.S. are striking for better pay and more staff, which could affect the company's recovery efforts. The strikes coincide with a major sales event, raising concerns about possible disruptions. Starbucks is trying to boost business by improving store experiences and investing in staff, but labor disputes continue to be a challenge.
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Baristas are striking in at least 25 U.S. cities for better pay and more staff.
This is the third major strike since the union, Starbucks Workers United, started four years ago.
The strike is timed with Starbucks' Red Cup day, an important holiday sales event.
Starbucks has over 10,000 company-operated stores in the U.S.
The company recently reported 1% growth in international sales but flat sales in the U.S.
New CEO Brian Niccol is leading a "Back to Starbucks" strategy to improve stores.
Starbucks plans to invest over $500 million in staffing and training.
Labor tensions persist despite efforts to mediate contract discussions.
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UK toy sales have increased by 6% over the past year, driven by the popularity of brands like Lego and Pokémon. A notable trend is the growing "kidult" market, where adults also buy toys, accounting for a significant portion of sales. The Toy Retailers Association has noted that some toys are designed to appeal across different generations and help people connect with nostalgic brands.
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UK toy sales rose by 6% in the year leading up to September.
Brands like Lego and Pokémon are very popular and help drive these sales.
"Kidults," or adults buying toys for themselves, make up about a third of sales.
The toy market saw a lift during the COVID-19 lockdowns but declined afterward until this recent increase.
The Toy Retailers Association releases annual lists of predicted popular toys for Christmas.
Some toys, like a Hot Wheels F1 set, are made for older collectors.
The average toy price last December was £13.43, with most toys priced between £10 and £20.
Total annual sales in the UK toy market are nearly £4 billion.
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Start-up companies in India are increasing their presence in public stock markets with several initial public offerings (IPOs). Notably, eyewear company Lenskart quickly sold out its IPO despite high valuation concerns. The current trend shows a significant number of these young tech businesses making gains, but there are ongoing concerns about their valuation and profitability.
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Lenskart, an eyewear start-up, had a fully subscribed IPO within hours.
Groww, a retail brokerage backed by Microsoft's CEO, had high investor interest with its IPO being oversubscribed 17 times.
Pine Labs, a financial technology company, is preparing to list its shares soon.
Over 40 start-ups have issued IPOs in India this year, five times more than in 2020.
Many new investors, such as small retail investors, mutual funds, and insurance companies, are entering India's stock markets.
There are concerns about high valuations as some companies are not yet profitable.
Experts note the growing participation and better regulation in the market.
Some start-up IPOs like Zomato and Nykaa have been successful for early investors.
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The Nationwide, the UK's largest building society, has promised to keep all of its 696 branches open until at least 2030. This decision extends their earlier commitment as they report more customers using branches despite the trend towards online banking. The move seeks to address concerns about access to financial services for vulnerable groups and maintain community support.
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Nationwide Building Society will keep its 696 branches open until at least 2030.
This is a two-year extension to their previous promise not to close branches.
Nationwide made this promise after seeing an increase in branch usage by customers.
More than 6,000 bank branches have closed in the UK over the last decade.
Nationwide took over Virgin Money, and its 91 branches are included in the no-closure promise.
Nationwide aims to support vulnerable people and provide secure financial services.
Nationwide is owned by its members, which may increase its responsibility to the community.
Newcastle Building Society is opening new branches, including in shared community spaces.
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China's youth are spending less money, despite government efforts to encourage more spending to help the economy. High youth unemployment and fears about job security and housing are leading many young people to save money and live frugally. This trend poses a challenge to China's economic growth, which relies on increased domestic consumption.
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China wants young consumers to spend more to boost the economy.
Youth unemployment in China is close to 20%.
Many young Chinese fear losing their jobs and struggle to own homes.
Social media in China is filled with tips on how to live frugally.
Influencers are promoting a minimalist lifestyle to their followers.
Domestic consumption in China is about 39% of GDP, lower than in many developed countries.
Young people are more pessimistic about their financial future compared to previous generations.
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YouTube TV is offering a $20 credit to customers after temporarily removing Disney channels, including ABC and ESPN, due to a disagreement with Disney over a carriage rights deal. Customers can claim this credit through the 'Updates' tab in their Membership Settings on the YouTube TV website.
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YouTube TV customers lost access to ABC and ESPN due to a negotiation issue between Google (YouTube TV's parent company) and Disney.
YouTube TV announced a $20 credit to customers if the Disney channels remained unavailable for a long period.
The announcement about the credit offer was made on November 11.
YouTube TV is still trying to reach a deal with Disney to restore the channels.
To receive the credit, customers need to click the 'Updates' tab in their Membership Settings.
The credit is applied directly to the customer’s next bill after following the online steps.
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ByHeart Inc. has expanded its voluntary recall of baby formula due to an ongoing investigation by the FDA into cases of infant botulism. The company is recalling all batches of its Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Packs nationwide, following reports of botulism cases in infants who consumed the formula. No unopened cans have tested positive for the bacteria, but the FDA and other authorities are investigating the matter.
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ByHeart Inc. expanded its recall of baby formula due to a botulism investigation.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking into several cases of infant botulism.
All batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Packs are affected by the recall.
There have been 15 suspected or confirmed infant botulism cases in 12 states, all resulting in hospitalizations.
No deaths have been reported, and no unopened cans have tested positive for the botulism bacteria.
ByHeart is working with independent labs and giving authorities access to test their products.
The recall was expanded after the FDA found two more botulism cases linked to ByHeart formula.
Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled formula and contact the company with questions.
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President Trump stated that losing a Supreme Court case about tariffs could cost the U.S. $3 trillion in terms of refunds and lost investments. He emphasized the importance of the tariffs as a key part of his economic policy. Trump also mentioned that Americans could receive a $2,000 payment from the already collected tariff revenue.
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President Trump claims a $3 trillion loss could occur if the U.S. loses a tariff case at the Supreme Court.
He suggested that losing the case could seriously harm the country’s economy and national security.
Trump has promised a $2,000 payment to most Americans from tariff revenues.
He posted different cost estimates ($2 trillion and $3 trillion) related to the potential loss on his social media.
The U.S. collected about $195 billion in tariffs in the 2025 fiscal year.
Trade agreements with Japan, South Korea, and the European Union involve future investments of over $1.5 trillion into the U.S.
It is unclear if the Supreme Court will address the refund issue in their verdict.
If tariffs are invalidated, refunds might become a new legal issue.
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Disney and YouTube TV are in a dispute that has led to Disney losing over $30 million a week because its channels like ESPN and ABC are not available on YouTube TV. This disagreement centers around pricing and how content is provided, affecting over 10 million YouTube TV subscribers who can't access certain live sports and shows.
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Disney is losing about $30 million each week during the dispute.
The disagreement started when the previous contract ended in late October.
The outage has impacted ESPN, ABC, and other Disney channels.
Over 10 million YouTube TV subscribers are affected by the blackout.
YouTube TV offered a $20 credit to subscribers to offset the disruption.
YouTube TV is not agreeing to new terms it believes are unfavorable.
ESPN is a crucial revenue source for Disney, making this dispute significant.
Negotiations are ongoing, but no agreement has been reached yet.
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The U.K. government will reconsider its previous decision to not provide compensation to women affected by changes in the state pension age. This decision impacts 3.6 million women born in the 1950s who were not properly informed about the pension age increase. The government has stated that a new decision does not guarantee compensation will be given.
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The U.K. government previously rejected compensation for women born in the 1950s affected by state pension age changes.
The pension age for women was increased to align with men, from 60 to 65, then to 66.
An undisclosed document from 2007 has been discovered, prompting the government to rethink its decision.
The government originally apologized for a delay in informing the affected women but rejected offering financial compensation.
The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman recommended compensation of £1,000 to £2,950 per person, but the government declined.
The Waspi campaign seeks at least £10,000 for each affected woman and is pursuing a judicial review of the government's decision.
The case will be considered by the High Court in December.
Campaigners argue that women were treated unfairly due to inadequate communication about the pension age change.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is closing down his business interests, including Pitch@Palace Global Ltd, a startup competition that has been inactive for some time. The company faced controversy in recent years, and a planned sale did not happen. Another linked company, Innovate Global Ltd, is also being closed.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is shutting down Pitch@Palace Global Ltd and Innovate Global Ltd.
Pitch@Palace helped entrepreneurs present ideas to investors and stopped its UK operations in 2021.
The company faced criticism due to Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein and an espionage accusation against a Chinese partner.
The sale of Pitch@Palace to a Dutch company did not finalize earlier this year.
As of the latest records, Pitch@Palace Global had just £10,965 left in its account.
Arthur Lancaster, the sole director, signed the documents to close these companies.
Andrew's surname will officially use a hyphen, "Mountbatten-Windsor," as per a 1960 Privy Council announcement.
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Lloyds Banking Group used data from the personal bank accounts of more than 30,000 employees during pay negotiations. The bank compared its employees' financial situations to the general public to inform its pay decisions. Some union representatives are concerned, but Lloyds stated it used the data in a way that follows regulations.
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Lloyds Banking Group accessed data from over 30,000 employees' personal bank accounts.
The bank compared employees' financial data with that of the general public.
This data usage was part of pay negotiations for future salary decisions.
Some union reps raised concerns that this data may have been used to justify lower pay offers.
Lloyds stated the data was aggregated and anonymized, following regulations.
The bank's pay offers for junior staff include increases of between 7% and 9%.
The pay offer was supported by recognized unions but rejected by the Affinity union.
Employees are encouraged to open accounts with Lloyds as part of their employment.
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Workers at Leonardo's UK helicopter factory will begin a strike on November 12 after rejecting the latest pay offer from the company. About 3,000 employees, represented by the Unite union, are asking for a higher pay increase due to the rising cost of living. The company expressed disappointment and is open to further negotiations.
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Workers at Leonardo's UK helicopter factory have planned a strike starting November 12.
The strike involves about 3,000 employees, all members of the Unite union.
The union rejected a pay increase offer of 3.2%, followed by 3.6%, as these were below the inflation rate of 4.5%.
Leonardo's UK operations include five sites across several cities, including Yeovil, Luton, Basildon, Edinburgh, and Newcastle.
The strike will initially occur on November 12-13, with additional strikes at specific sites later in November.
Leonardo is a major defense company headquartered in Italy that makes helicopters, aerospace parts, and cybersecurity technology.
The company has stated it is disappointed with the strike decision but is willing to return to talks with the union.
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Wholesale prices for frozen turkeys in the U.S. are expected to rise by about 40% ahead of Thanksgiving due to a smaller supply caused by bird flu outbreaks and decreased production. Despite higher wholesale costs, some retailers are offering discounts to attract customers, and consumer prices are not expected to rise as sharply.
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The wholesale price for frozen turkeys is estimated to be $1.32 per pound in 2025, up from $0.94 per pound in 2024.
Bird flu outbreaks have affected over 3 million turkeys this year, reducing supply.
Farmers are expected to raise about 195 million turkeys in 2025, down from 200 million in 2024.
The number of turkeys raised has been declining for years, from 245 million in 2016 to the current forecast.
Retailers like Walmart and Aldi are offering deals on turkeys and Thanksgiving meal packages to keep prices affordable.
The average retail cost of a 16-pound frozen turkey was about $25 in 2024.
Experts predict consumer prices will rise only slightly despite higher wholesale prices.
Prices for other Thanksgiving ingredients such as butter, milk, and potatoes have remained stable compared to last year.
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Visa and Mastercard are set to lower some of their fees charged to retailers in the U.S. as part of a proposed $38 billion settlement. This deal aims to resolve a 20-year legal dispute over alleged antitrust violations involving these companies and banks. The settlement needs court approval, and it could impact how much merchants pay in fees and the rewards consumers get from using credit cards.
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Visa and Mastercard have reached a $38 billion settlement proposal to resolve antitrust claims.
The settlement includes lowering swipe fees by 0.1 percentage point for five years.
Standard consumer rates would be reduced by over 25% and capped at 1.25% for eight years.
Merchants will have more flexibility to select which cards to accept.
Merchants can impose new surcharges on card payments.
The settlement could save merchants an estimated $200 billion over its duration.
Previous settlement attempts, such as a $30 billion plan, were rejected.
The settlement could potentially reduce credit card rewards since rewards come from interchange fees.
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