Microsoft Japan Tests Out Four-Day Workweek Posted December 22, 2019 Microsoft Japan experimented with a four-day workweek as a part of a company-wide summer project. Dubbed “Work-Life Choice Challenge,” the project aimed to increase employees’ …
Company to Minimize Plastic in Baby Wipes Posted December 12, 2019 Baby product company Huggies promises to minimize plastic from some of its products. The company’s strategy primarily involves eliminating plastic from its bab…
Skin Care Brand Writes Fake Reviews, Avoids Harsh Punishment Posted December 8, 2019 American cosmetic company Sunday Riley was found fabricating positive reviews of its products for two years. The company’s fraudulent actions …
Amazon’s Profit Drops after Launching Faster Shipping Service Posted December 6, 2019 Online retail giant Amazon reported a decline in profit in the third quarter of 2019 following the launch of its one-day shipping service. In an effort to outmaneuver
Retail Store Employees Complain of Receiving Less Overall Pay Posted November 27, 2019 Target employees are complaining of receiving lower wages despite the company’s recent move to raise hourly pay. In 2017, the retailer promised to raise its minimum wage from $…
Facebook Still Set to Launch Libra despite Supporters Backing Out Posted November 26, 2019 Facebook still plans to release its digital currency Libra despite major financial firms backing out. At the inaugural meeting of the Libra Association, the…
HP to Cut Thousands of Jobs to Restructure and Boost Sales Posted November 16, 2019 Computer and printer manufacturer Hewlett-Packard [HYOO-luht PAK-erd] (HP) will cut thousands of jo…
Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy Protection to Recover Business Posted November 11, 2019 American fashion giant Forever 21 files for bankruptcy protection as it struggles to maintain its operations. The clothing chain, known for its affordable and fashionab…
Amazon to Buy 100,000 Electric Vans as Part of Pledge against Climate Change Posted November 4, 2019 Amazon announced that it will buy 100,000 electric delivery vans as part of its pledge to fight climate change. Jeff Bezos, the company’s CEO, made the announcement during a Na…
Report: Number of Closing UK Restaurants Reaches Record High Posted October 25, 2019 Over 1,400 restaurants in the United Kingdom have become insolvent, signifying a crisis in the country’s restaurant industry, according to a recent report. The…