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OSHA Investigates Deaths of 3 Amazon Workers in NJ
Federal work-safety investigators are looking into the death of an Amazon worker and an injury that potentially led to the death of another employee, adding to a probe already underway following a third fatality during the company’s annual Prime Day shopping event in mid-July.
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Amazon to Buy Bedford-Based iRobot for $1.7 Billion
The e-commerce-giant announced on Friday it signed an agreement to buy Bedford-based Roomba maker iRobot Corp. in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.7 billion, including iRobot’s net debt.
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Amazon Warehouses Face Expanded Probes Into Safety Hazards as Investigators Visit Three More Sites
Last month, OSHA and federal prosecutors launched a probe into potential safety violations at Amazon warehouses.
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Amazon Launches Same-Day Delivery From Some Brick-And-Mortar Retail Brands
Prime members in select cities can now get items from GNC and apparel brands PacSun, Diesel and Superdry delivered to their doorstep in a few hours.
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Amazon Worker's Death at NJ Fulfillment Center During Prime Day Rush Under Investigation
Amazon warehouses in New York City, Orlando and Chicago were investigated by federal authorities this week after getting reports of workplace safety violations.
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Amazon Sues 10,000 Facebook Group Administrators Over Fake Reviews Scheme
Amazon has filed a lawsuit against administrators of more than 10,000 Facebook groups it accuses of coordinating fake reviews in exchange for money or free products.
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Amazon Handed Ring Footage to Police Without User Consent
Amazon has provided Ring doorbell footage to law enforcement 11 times this year without the user’s permission. The disclosure came in a letter from the company that was made public Wednesday by U.S. Sen. Edward Markey, a Massachusetts Democrat who sent a separate letter to Amazon last month questioning Ring’s surveillance practices and engagement with law enforcement.
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Amazon Prime Day 2022 Is Here: What to Know and Tips for Avoiding Scams, Counterfeits
Amazon Prime Day offers deep discounts on thousands of products in Amazon’s marketplace. How to shop for the best deals and some tips to avoid getting scammed
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Amazon Prime Day Comes as Company Struggles to Adjust to Changing Consumer Trends
Amazon is heading into its annual Prime Day sales event on Tuesday much differently than how it entered the pandemic.
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Amazon Prime Day Is Coming Up: Here's Why Deal Experts Say You Might Want to Skip It This Year
Just because something is discounted on Prime Day doesn’t mean it’s the best deal you’ll see anywhere, or even all year.
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Attention Amazon Prime Members: You Now Have Free Access to Grubhub+
Amazon and Grubhub announced a partnership, allowing Amazon Prime members to have a free, one-year trial to Grubhub+.
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Amazon Prime Members Getting Free Grubhub Delivery
Amazon is giving its Prime members free access to Grubhub meal delivery service for a year.
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Amazon's Alexa Could Soon Mimic Voice of Dead Relatives
Amazon’s Alexa might soon replicate the voice of family members – even if they’re dead.
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Stolen Goods Sold on Amazon, EBay and Facebook Are Causing Havoc for Major Retailers
Legislators and retailers want Amazon and Facebook Marketplace to crack down on the sale of stolen goods following a recent spree of organized retail theft.
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Amazon Truck Stolen in Cambridge While Driver Delivers Package: Police
An Amazon truck was stolen while its driver was off delivering a package in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, police said. The driver called 911 to report the truck stolen after making the delivery on Auburn and Magazine streets, near Central Square, according to Cambridge police. The driver found the truck parked close by about 10 minutes later and two blocks…
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These Corporations Have Pledged to Help Employees Obtain Abortions When States Restrict Them
Here’s where companies stand in helping employees navigate abortion restrictions.
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Amazon Donates $25,000 to South End Baseball League
The donation will help with equipment, uniforms and scholarship funds.
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After Success at One Amazon Warehouse, Union Rejected at 2nd NYC Facility
A separate election held last month gave a nascent group of organizers a surprise victory when workers at a different Staten Island facility voted in favor of unionizing — a first for Amazon in the U.S.
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Man Charged in Attempted Carjacking of Amazon Vehicle in Malden
A Somerville man accused of trying to carjack an Amazon delivery truck in Malden, Massachusetts, is facing criminal charges. The victim, an Amazon driver, was caught on surveillance video chasing after 42-year-old Michael Cunha. “Stay right there. Stay right there!” the driver is heard on the recording saying. The scene unfolded in a parking lot behind a commercial plaza near…
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Video Shows Attempted Carjacking of Amazon Vehicle
An attempted carjacking was caught on camera in Malden.