Reuters World News BBC, banana tariffs, Starbucks and shopping under ICE
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Nov 14, 2025 Waylon Cunningham, a labor and retail reporter for Reuters, dives into Starbucks baristas' dramatic walkouts in 40 cities, pushing for better pay and hours. Jack Queen, a legal reporter, unpacks the indictment of Cleveland Guardians pitchers in a pitch-rigging scheme amid the new landscape of legalized sports betting. Meanwhile, Siddharth Cavall sheds light on how increased immigration enforcement is shifting Hispanic shoppers online, changing shopping dynamics in local communities. This conversation is packed with timely and thought-provoking insights!
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BBC Apology Spurs Leadership Shakeup
- The BBC apologised to President Trump over an edited January 6 documentary but refused to pay damages, saying there's no legal basis for a suit.
- The incident prompted leadership resignations and wider scrutiny of BBC coverage and editorial standards.
Tariff Cuts Aim To Lower Food Costs
- The U.S. removed tariffs on bananas, coffee and other foodstuffs from four Latin American countries to lower consumer costs.
- The measure is framed as part of a push to reduce cost-of-living pressures ahead of political headwinds for the administration.
Starbucks Strikes During Red Cup Day
- Waylon Cunningham reported that Starbucks union employees struck in 40 cities, targeting the company's high-traffic Red Cup Day.
- Baristas demand more take-home pay, arguing many don't qualify for advertised benefits due to limited hours.