Reuters World News Hurricane Melissa, Amazon, Cameroon, Trump third term and Fed
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Oct 28, 2025 Greg Bensinger, a tech correspondent at Reuters, discusses Amazon's drastic layoffs after the pandemic and its strict return-to-office policy. Bate Felix, reporting from Cameroon, shares insights on the unrest following President Paul Biya's election win, highlighting allegations of rigging and public frustration. Jack Queen dives into the constitutional implications of Trump potentially seeking a third term, clarifying the legal barriers posed by the 12th Amendment. The conversation weaves through pressing global issues, from hurricanes to political tensions.
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Record-Strength Hurricane Threatens Jamaica
- Hurricane Melissa brought Category 5 winds up to 175 mph, prompting large evacuations across Jamaica and Cuba.
- Satellite images and warnings suggested it could be the largest hurricane on record for Jamaica, stressing readiness and coastal risk.
Amazon's Big Post-Pandemic Workforce Reset
- Amazon will cut up to 30,000 corporate jobs after overhiring during the pandemic and shifting to more AI use.
- Cuts target HR, performance, devices, Alexa and AWS roles as leadership seeks to reduce bureaucracy and recalibrate headcount.
Return-To-Office Policy Drove Attrition Push
- Amazon's strict five-day office return policy pressured remote hires who lack nearby corporate offices.
- The company hoped voluntary departures would reduce staff, but that attrition hasn't materialized, prompting layoffs.