Court weighs ending Nestle Cabot slave-labor suit in Ivory Coast
The Supreme Court will review a revived suit by former child laborers who allege Nestle and Cargill enabled slavery on Ivory Coast cocoa farms. The case tests reach of the Alien Tort Statute as justices prepare for October term arguments. Airbnb limits underage U S guests in specific areas to curb unauthorized parties. Bath Iron Works plans more subcontracting and federal mediation as 4,000 workers strike, aiming to protect Navy destroyer deliveries.
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Grads brace for tough job search amid pandemic
Nashville area graduates face a weak job market as COVID-19 drives early unemployment and internship losses. Missy Wood, a Middle Tennessee State University alum, waits on full time work while babysitting. Analysts note a plunge in internships and uncertain hiring trends, though health care and remote roles show growth.
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European police crack encrypted phones arrest hundreds in network
European and UK authorities dismantled a global encrypted communication network used by about 60 000 users including 10 000 in Britain. EncroChat phones sold for around 1000 euros, with six month subscriptions at 1500 euros. UK raids led to 746 arrests and seizures totaling 54 million pounds, 77 firearms and over two tonnes of drugs.
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Tesla reports Q2 sales rise despite Fremont shutdown
Tesla delivered 90,650 vehicles in Q2 from April to June, up 2.5 percent from Q1's 88,400 as it rolled out the Model Y in the United States and China. Production was hampered by coronavirus shutdowns in Fremont, California, yet the results beat Wall Street forecasts and pushed half-year sales to 185,850.
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