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Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Walmart boycott 2.0: What does it mean for shoppers?
Walmart is facing yet another boycott after March's economic blackout. A boycott of Walmart from May 20 to May 26 was announced by the advocacy group People's Union USA, which accused Walmart of 'crushing small businesses' and 'underpaying' its employees. Both in-store and online shopping at Walmart locations are included in the boycott. Affiliated Walmart-branded companies like Sam's Club, as well as private label brands such as Great Value and Equate, are also facing the boycott. John Schwarz, the founder of The People's Union, has led several boycott campaigns against major corporations in the past. He urged shoppers to avoid Walmart in a May 20 post on social media, saying, 'After all the record profits, all the tax loopholes, all the corporate greed, Walmart now once again wants to raise prices. But this time, because of the tariffs—as if they can't absorb the cost. As if you and I should carry this burden.' Responding to previous boycott efforts in April, Walmart said in a statement, according to USA Today, 'As one of the largest corporate taxpayers in the country, not only do we pay our fair share, we are an economic force multiplier strengthening communities nationwide through job creation, supplier growth, and over $1.7 billion in donations last year.' The ongoing Walmart boycott is actually part of a wider series of weekly protests organized by The People's Union. Target is one of the upcoming corporates, with a boycott having been planned from June 3 to 9. A McDonald's boycott will run from June 24 to 30. The group has reportedly also planned a nationwide consumer blackout on July 4. Back in March, Schwarz and the People's Union organized a week-long 'economic blackout.' At the time, they urged consumers to avoid making purchases from Amazon's main site, and also other companies it owns, such as Amazon Alexa, IMDb, Prime Video, Ring, Twitch, Whole Foods, and Zappos.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Can microbes survive in space? This study answers the question
A new species of microbe has been found on the Chinese Tiangong space station . Scientists analyzed samples from the station and identified a strain not seen before. The discovery was confirmed in a scientific journal. New Microbe Found The strain, Niallia tiangongensis , was discovered in samples collected during the Shenzhou 15 crewed mission. This mission returned to Earth in June 2023. The samples were taken from surfaces inside Tiangong. Scientists later studied these samples in laboratories on Earth. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Also Read: Boycott Walmart: After this, People's Union USA will go after these businesses. Here's the list Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Jesus' Tomb Is Opened And Scientists Find Something Unbelievable Novelodge Undo Scientific Analysis Researchers confirmed that the microbe is a new strain using different methods. They used morphological observation, genome sequencing and metabolic profiling. These methods showed that the strain belongs to the genus Niallia and the family Cytobacillaceae. The microbe is related to another strain found on Earth. That strain exists in soil and waste. It can infect people with weak immune systems. Traits of New Strain The new strain has several traits that are different from its Earth-based relatives. It shows a stronger oxidative stress response. It also forms a biofilm that helps it repair radiation damage. These traits help the microbe survive in space. The differences come from changes in two types of proteins in the microbe. Scientists believe these traits are adaptations to space. Live Events China's astronauts collect microbe samples from different areas inside Tiangong. These areas include air vents, surfaces and water dispensers. Monitoring microbes helps protect astronauts and keep the space station working well. This regular monitoring helped researchers discover the new strain. Also Read: What is the unusual light seen over US skies? Here's all the details The Study This study was done by scientists from the Shenzhou Space Biotechnology Group and the Beijing Institute of Spacecraft System Engineering. The findings were published in the International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology in March 2025. FAQs Why is the discovery of Niallia tiangongensis important? The discovery helps scientists understand how microbes adapt in space and how to protect astronauts during long missions. How was the new microbe strain identified? It was identified using morphological studies, genome sequencing and metabolic profiling from samples taken aboard the Tiangong station.
Economic Times
21-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Boycott Walmart: After this, People's Union USA will go after these businesses. Here's the list
NYT News Service FILE -- A Walmart store in Teterboro, N.J., April 10, 2025. Walmart reported another quarter of solid sales on May 15, but the retail giant, known for its low prices, cautioned that President Donald Trump's tariffs will push the company to start raising prices soon. (Karsten Moran/The New York Times) A consumer advocacy group is urging people across the US to stop shopping at Walmart for one week. People's Union USA says the company is hurting small businesses and not paying its workers group announced the boycott would begin on May 20 and continue until May 26. It applies to shopping at Walmart stores, Walmart's online platforms and its affiliated businesses. These include Sam's Club and private brands, such as Great Value and Equate. John Schwarz, who founded People's Union USA, posted a video message on Instagram. In it, he explained why the group is organizing the boycott. Schwarz said Walmart has made record profits and used tax breaks. He added that the company still plans to raise prices despite these advantages. Also Read: Grey's Anatomy Season 21: When will it stream on Netflix? Here's streaming release date in US and where to watch Season 21 now Schwarz criticized Walmart's plan to raise prices due to tariffs. He said the company could absorb the added costs but chooses to pass them on to customers. Walmart recently said in an earnings call that the company cannot fully absorb the costs of new tariffs. CEO Doug McMillon said the company will try to keep prices low, but added that retail margins are small. People's Union USA also plans other boycotts. A boycott of Target is set for June 3 to 9. A boycott of McDonald's is planned for June 24 to 30. The group is also organizing an Independence Day boycott on July Read: Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2: Release date, episode schedule and where to watch in US and UK Earlier in March, the group launched an 'economic blackout' against Amazon. It asked customers not to buy from Amazon or its subsidiaries. These include Alexa, Prime Video, Whole Foods and others. The goal was to reduce Amazon's sales and protest its said the earlier boycott reached people in many countries. He received messages of support from around the world. Many asked how they could show solidarity with the cause. What is the goal of the Walmart boycott? The goal is to protest Walmart's treatment of workers and its effect on small businesses, by encouraging consumers not to shop at Walmart for one week. Who is behind the boycott of Walmart and other brands? The boycott is organized by People's Union USA, an advocacy group led by John Schwarz, which promotes consumer action against large corporations.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Boycott Walmart: After this, People's Union USA will go after these businesses. Here's the list
A consumer advocacy group is urging people across the US to stop shopping at Walmart for one week. People's Union USA says the company is hurting small businesses and not paying its workers fairly. Boycott Targets Walmart The group announced the boycott would begin on May 20 and continue until May 26. It applies to shopping at Walmart stores, Walmart's online platforms and its affiliated businesses. These include Sam's Club and private brands, such as Great Value and Equate. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Why is People's Union USA Targeting Walmart? John Schwarz , who founded People's Union USA, posted a video message on Instagram. In it, he explained why the group is organizing the boycott. Schwarz said Walmart has made record profits and used tax breaks. He added that the company still plans to raise prices despite these advantages. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Also Read: Grey's Anatomy Season 21: When will it stream on Netflix? Here's streaming release date in US and where to watch Season 21 now Tariffs and Price Hikes Schwarz criticized Walmart's plan to raise prices due to tariffs. He said the company could absorb the added costs but chooses to pass them on to customers. Walmart recently said in an earnings call that the company cannot fully absorb the costs of new tariffs. CEO Doug McMillon said the company will try to keep prices low, but added that retail margins are small. Live Events Where is Next Boycott? People's Union USA also plans other boycotts. A boycott of Target is set for June 3 to 9. A boycott of McDonald's is planned for June 24 to 30. The group is also organizing an Independence Day boycott on July 4. Also Read: Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2: Release date, episode schedule and where to watch in US and UK Previous Actions Earlier in March, the group launched an 'economic blackout' against Amazon. It asked customers not to buy from Amazon or its subsidiaries. These include Alexa, Prime Video, Whole Foods and others. The goal was to reduce Amazon's sales and protest its practices. Movement Gains Support Schwarz said the earlier boycott reached people in many countries. He received messages of support from around the world. Many asked how they could show solidarity with the cause. FAQs What is the goal of the Walmart boycott ? The goal is to protest Walmart's treatment of workers and its effect on small businesses, by encouraging consumers not to shop at Walmart for one week. Who is behind the boycott of Walmart and other brands? The boycott is organized by People's Union USA, an advocacy group led by John Schwarz, which promotes consumer action against large corporations.
Miami Herald
16-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Nationwide Walmart Boycott Planned for May 20: What to Know
Another nationwide boycott of Walmart is set to commence next week, with Americans being urged to avoid the company's physical stores and online services. The boycott, the second to face Walmart following one in early April, will take place from May 20 to May 26. The People's Union USA, the advocacy group leading the action, has accused the retail giant of "crushing" small businesses and underpaying its employees. Newsweek has reached out to the People's Union USA via email and Walmart via online contact form for comment. Several major American companies have been targeted by the "economic blackout" movement this year, including Amazon, Nestlé and food company General Mills. Those leading the campaign have cited tax avoidance, labor conditions as well as general harmful business practices by the corporations as their motivation. Certain companies have also been subject to protests and boycotts in recent weeks for scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, something for which Walmart has faced criticism. The upcoming boycotts, however, are specifically focused on addressing what the organizers view as corporate malpractice. The People's Union USA has said it is including Walmart among the list of companies targeted by the blackout "because they've become the symbol of everything that's wrong with corporate power in this country." It listed encouraging corporations "paying their fair share of taxes" among the goals of the boycotts. In a post on its website before the April 7-14 boycott, The People's Union USA urged Americans to avoid all retail stores and online platforms, as well as the company's health services such as Walmart Pharmacy and Walmart Vision Center. The boycott also extends to Sam's Club, the membership-based warehouse retail chain operated by Walmart, and the company's financial services. Walmart, in a statement shared with Newsweek during the April blackout, said: "Serving communities is at the heart of Walmart's purpose to help people save money and live better. "As one of the largest corporate taxpayers in the country, not only do we pay our fair share, we are an economic force multiplier strengthening communities nationwide through job creation, supplier growth, and over $1.7 billion in cash and in-kind donations last year, equal to 8 percent of our profit before tax, supporting local charities and causes such as disaster response, hunger relief, workforce development, and conservation. "We remain dedicated to earning the business of all Americans and giving our time and resources to causes that uplift and unite communities who rely on us every day." The People's Union USA, in a post on its website in April, wrote: "Walmart is one of the biggest beasts in the game. A mega-corporation that has swallowed up local economies, crushed small businesses, underpaid their employees, and helped fund the same political machine that keeps us all stuck." In addition to the Walmart "blackout," John Schwarz, founder of The People's Union USA, has announced a series of further boycotts: Target: June June Day boycott: July 4. Related Articles Former CEO Issues Warning Over Walmart Raising PricesWalmart to Raise Prices Within WeeksWalmart Products Recalled Nationwide: Full List of Items ImpactedWalmart Worker Disappears After ICE Agents Detain Him After 12-Hour Shift 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
