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Starbucks workers in three U.S. states have filed legal action against the coffee chain, alleging that its recently revised dress code has forced employees to buy new clothes without compensation. Class-action lawsuits were lodged Wednesday in Illinois and Colorado state courts, while workers in California filed complaints with the state’s Labor and Workforce Development Agency. If the agency declines to act, employees intend to pursue a class-action lawsuit there as well. The cases, supported by Starbucks Workers United, argue that the dress code change violates state laws requiring employers to reimburse expenses that primarily benefit the company. New standards spark…

Morocco’s flower growers are facing a stark battle for survival as prolonged droughts and parched wells threaten a once-vibrant industry that colors homes, brightens celebrations, and fuels a growing export market. For florist and entrepreneur Nadia Ouahbi, each morning begins with anxiety. Her one-hectare nursery, which produces around 15,000 plants annually, including violets, chrysanthemums, and daisies, is struggling to survive as nearby wells run dry. “We are struggling due to a shortage of water,” she said. “The wells have dried up to the point that when we wake up in the morning and find no water, we would be overcome…

The death of James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, has reignited debate over his influence on American evangelical households. While Dobson’s teachings once promised stronger families, many who grew up under his guidance now say those methods fractured their homes and left lasting scars. Amber Cantorna-Wylde, daughter of former Focus on the Family executive Dave Arnold, recalls being placed at the center of evangelical ideals in the 1990s. At age 13, she received a silver purity ring in a public ceremony, a ritual meant to symbolize chastity until marriage. But after coming out as gay years later, she…

Professional cleaners in Finland say fruit flies are among the most persistent summer nuisances, particularly in late summer and early autumn, when the tiny insects thrive in kitchens and bio-waste bins. Fruit flies not only spoil food by spreading yeast and bacteria but also lay eggs in edible items. According to Reetta Alastalo, CEO of Koti puhtaaksi Oy, the most effective trap can be made with common household items. “Fill a cup halfway with water, then add a small amount of washing-up liquid, one tablespoon of vinegar, and less than a teaspoon of honey. Stir gently. The detergent removes surface…

Carl Haglund will not take up the role of Chief Executive Officer at Aktia Bank, with the board announcing on Monday that he no longer meets the conditions required for the position. The surprise move ends Haglund’s tenure before it began, just months after his appointment was confirmed. The decision leaves interim CEO Anssi Huhta in place for the foreseeable future. Haglund, a former Finnish defense minister and business executive, had been set to assume leadership in September following an onboarding process to meet regulatory requirements. Finland’s Financial Supervisory Authority (Fiva) confirmed it had not objected to Haglund’s appointment and…

Texas A&M surged into the Top 10 of The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday after a nail-biting 41-40 victory over Notre Dame, marking the Aggies’ first 3-0 start since 2021. Ohio State, Penn State and LSU maintained their spots as the top three teams, while Miami jumped to No. 4 and Georgia climbed to No. 5 despite a close call against Tennessee. Oregon slipped to No. 6, followed by Florida State, Texas, Illinois and the newly elevated Aggies at No. 10. The Aggies’ rise came after quarterback Marcel Reed connected with Nate Boerkircher for a last-second touchdown, sealing…

In recent years, a worrying trend has taken hold in West Africa: several governments are using broadly defined security, press, and emergency laws to crack down on journalists, bloggers, and media outlets that are critical of power. What appears on the surface as efforts to protect national security or public order are increasingly serving to stifle dissent and intimidate those who speak out. Here are recent examples from Ghana, Senegal and other West African countries, showing how governments are deploying legal instruments to limit free expression and what that means for media freedom. What’s Happening Burkina Faso: Emergency Laws and…

Tension is rising within Ghana’s media and online community after President John Dramani Mahama warned of a crackdown on individuals who go against his government. Speaking at his first “Meet the Press” engagement since resuming office in January 2025, President Mahama said his administration would take firm action against what he described as “coordinated attempts to undermine government authority through misinformation and attacks.” The remarks have sparked concern among journalists, bloggers, and media rights advocates, who fear the move could signal shrinking space for free expression in the country. Ghana has long been regarded as one of Africa’s leading democracies,…

A European zoo has announced the birth of a giant anteater cub, a rare addition to the vulnerable species listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. The cub, whose sex has not yet been determined, remains under the close care of its six-year-old mother, Ibera. Zoo officials said the newborn is still clinging tightly to Ibera’s back, both in the indoor and outdoor enclosures of the zoo’s South America section. Its coat blends seamlessly with hers, making the baby almost invisible to onlookers. The father, Yavi, a 14-year-old anteater, has been kept separate from the…

African leaders and climate activists on Monday called for a radical overhaul of global climate financing, urging the world to treat Africa not as a victim of climate change but as a strategic partner for investment. The appeal came during the second Africa Climate Summit in Addis Ababa, where dozens of heads of state, government officials, and civil society representatives gathered to push for greater resources to fund renewable energy and climate adaptation across the continent. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, opening the summit, pressed for a paradigm shift: “We must replace climate aid with climate investment,” he said, highlighting…