Some experts believe that the project would be a "death sentence tantamount to genocide" for the island's nomadic Shompen tribe.

The Teamsters are pushing for a national contract proposal for all delivery drivers and warehouse workers looking to organize.

Workers held a series of protests at major ports on December 5, with the union planning for larger demonstrations on December 10.

The network will initially be powered by photovoltaic solar panels, with plans to eventually add wind energy. 

One of the ships saw a "staggering" 16% improvement in fuel efficiency — equal to removing the emissions of nearly 5,000 fossil-fuel-driven cars.

According to data from the U.S. International Trade Commission, nearly 25% of U.S. electronics imports came from China in 2023, the most of any country.

The Merchant Payments Coalition estimates that swipe fees have increased by 50% since the pandemic, and hit a record $172 billion in 2023.

According to the lawsuit, when customers complained about slower delivery times, Amazon intentionally misled them to believe it was a coincidence.

The vessels will range in size, with the capacity to carry between 9,000 and 17,000 twenty-foot-equivalent units each.

The proposed sale was first announced in December 2023, and has faced opposition from U.S. Steel union workers and federal leaders alike.