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September 4, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Underpaying workers: Amazon faces criticism for low wages despite record profits. The tech giant has been accused of underpaying its employees, with some warehouse workers earning as little as $15 an hour. This criticism comes as Amazon reported a record $33.3 billion in profits last year. Meanwhile, Amazon's CEO, Jeff Bezos, has seen his wealth increase significantly, making him the world's richest person. Critics argue that Amazon could afford to pay its workers more, given its immense profits and Bezos' wealth.
September 3, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Angela Rayner, the UK's Deputy Prime Minister, has admitted to underpaying stamp duty on a £800,000 seaside flat in Hove. She has referred herself to the parliamentary standards watchdog and received the backing of Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.