Two major rail workers’ unions are at the negotiating table for better contracts, with the possibility of a rail strike looming on Friday, Sept. 16. If the parties can’t agree by then, it’s possible that the government steps in. But, what can they do, and what does it mean for the workers?
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The iPhone 14 Is Just Different Enough to Necessitate New Cases
The new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models look similar to the iPhone 13, but some minuscule changes to its size and button layout make it necessary to buy cases specifically designed for the newest phones.
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There’s an ongoing joke that the Washington Commanders don’t even play in Washington, D.C. They practice in Virginia and play in Maryland. But, those locations are at least a little closer to D.C. than the state of Washington. This weekend, as the NFL season kicked off, one reporter on the ground at FedEx field noticed…
Read MoreThe Possibility of a UPS Strike Looms Over 2023
UPS workers are demanding higher pay for tough working conditions, leading up to a contract negotiation next spring before the existing one is set to expire, creating the threat of a strike. A UPS strike isn’t without precedent: UPS workers organized a nationwide strike in August of 1997, culminating in $780 million in losses for…
Read MoreBlack Algae Ink: The Next Big Thing in Eco-Friendly Packaging
As the promotional industry looks for new ways to be environmentally conscious with its products, finding natural dyes and inks are becoming more common. EcoEnclose, which makes sustainable packaging for e-commerce brands, is using the ink on branded packaging tape and on shipping boxes.
Read MoreWendy’s Creates Exclusive ‘Rick and Morty’ Apparel for Uber Eats
Wendy’s is really leaning into its partnership with the Adult Swim cartoon “Rick and Morty.” After hosting special pop-ups and store takeovers, Wendy’s is once again rebranding as “Morty’s,” for a special promotional event through Uber Eats that also sort of parodies the celebrity meal deals that have become so common in fast food marketing. As part of…
Read MoreMichelob Ultra Creates ‘Serena Pack’ With 24 Specially Labeled Cans in Shoebox-Looking Case
To celebrate Serena Williams’ “evolution away from tennis,” as she put it, Michelob Ultra created a limited edition 24-pack. It comes in a special-edition box that looks a lot more like a box for sneakers than for beer, and each can features a photo of Williams from one of her major victories.
Read MoreChampion Reflects on 80 Years of the Hoodie with ‘Be Your Own’ Campaign
The hoodie has been a default wardrobe choice for decades. But, a lot of young buyers who are now adopting the item as a piece of streetwear royalty might not know its roots. Champion is making sure fans learn their history with the “Be Your Own” campaign, which celebrates Champion’s original hoodie design from more…
Read MoreHeinz Added Real Ketchup Stains to Branded Apparel ‘Drop’
Heinz took more than 150 pieces of vintage apparel and “decorated” them with a drop of ketchup, celebrating imperfections and encouraging people to hold onto their old clothes—especially if they double as promotional products.
Read MoreDisney Is Planning an In-App Merchandise Feature for Disney+
Disney is creating more ways for fans to buy branded merchandise by integrating an in-app commerce option into the Disney+ app. Other apps and services, such as Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter, have made in-app purchasing possible, so it was inevitable that such a big commercial entity like Disney would get around to…
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