A California regulator has settled its Blockbuster lawsuit over alleged sexual harassment at Activision Blizzard. According to a press release from the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), the gaming company, now owned by Microsoft, will pay approximately $54 million as part of the settlement. The CRD (formerly known as the Department of Fair Employment and … [Read more…]
How do I make an emergency call in Japan? -Nippon.com
Japan data Society December 16, 2023 In Japan, emergency calls are always free, even from a public payphone. It is even possible to call these emergency numbers from a locked cell phone. For the police, dial 110 and for the fire department and ambulance, dial 119. Calls are free, even from a public payphone. It … [Read more…]
Contamination of applesauce bag may have been intentional: FDA official – The Hill
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recalled applesauce bags that caused many children to suffer lead poisoning may have been intentionally contaminated. Jim Jones, FDA’s deputy commissioner for human foods, said that while the investigation is ongoing, there are signs of intentional poisoning of the puree. “We are still in the middle of … [Read more…]
Activision Blizzard will pay around $54 million to settle major gender discrimination lawsuit
More than two years after the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) filed a high-profile lawsuit against Activision Blizzard accusing the company of widespread gender discrimination and pay inequality, the two parties have reached a settlement for approximately $54 million. The Wall Street Journal first reported the agreement on Friday, and the CRD published a statement … [Read more…]
City Wall: The first one goes to Drakkar | JDQ – Le Journal de Québec
The Remparts de Québec began their trip to Baie-Comeau with a 6-1 loss to the Drakkar on Friday night. In this first of two games in as many nights at the Henry-Leonard Center, the crowd favorites opened the machine in the third period. Julien Paillé ensured a 1-1 draw right at the start of the … [Read more…]
(PHOTOS) CHSLD Boisvert needs you – Le Manic
The CHSLD Boisvert in Baie-Comeau is making an appeal to the community. He is looking for volunteers to keep seniors company and improve the lives of the most vulnerable. Meeting new people and making enriching contacts is what awaits you at CHSLD Boisvert. Located at 70 Avenue Mance, the long-term care facility welcomes residents who … [Read more…]
Plus-sized travelers are bringing new attention to Southwest Airlines' “customer of size” policy on TikTok
CNN – Southwest Airlines’ long-standing “customer of size” policy is generating new conversation thanks to viral TikTok videos and media coverage of efforts to pressure other airlines to offer seating policies for passengers who don’t fit comfortably in the cramped seats of today’s airlines. The policy, which Southwest says has been in place for more … [Read more…]
The PS5 game Call of Duty: MW3 is available at a discounted price for a limited time on this popular website – Le Parisien
Baldur’s Gate 3 triumphed at the Game Awards, but many other titles were also released this year. From Alan Wake to Zelda via EA Sports FC 24 and Super Mario Bros. Surprise, there was a lot to do. You can also expect Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, a remake of the cult game released … [Read more…]
Lead Content in Children's Applesauce May Be Due to Added Cinnamon
As dozens of children in the United States suffer from lead poisoning, federal regulators are now investigating whether the culprit is cinnamon, which was added to some popular applesauce pouches, and whether lead was added somewhere in the global supply chain, either to increase the spice’s reddish effects color or for weight gain. In November, … [Read more…]
Quaker Oats is recalling some granola bars and cereals nationwide due to salmonella risk
The Quaker Oats Company announced Friday that it is recalling some granola bars and cereal flakes sold in the United States because they may be contaminated with salmonella, a potentially deadly bacteria. Here is a complete list of recalled products that Quaker Oats says were sold in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam and … [Read more…]