Feb 5, 2024

A big strike averted before the big game

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Just in time for the start of Super Bowl week, unions and management at several Las Vegas casinos reached tentative agreements.

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No strike for Sin City

by Nova Safo

As Las Vegas amps up to host the Super Bowl, there’s news that unions and management at several casinos have averted a strike. Over the weekend, the hotels reached tentative agreements with the Culinary Workers Union as the city prepares to welcome more than 300,000 visitors.

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The federal government wants to know how much electricity crypto uses. Crypto firms aren't happy.

by Henry Epp

Feb 5, 2024

The feds want data from crypto miners. The miners may file suit to block the request.

A closer look at Canada's reunification efforts

Since last April, a civil war in Sudan has forced millions from their homes. The fighting has driven many to neighboring countries, but some Sudanese refugees are now looking to Canada, which offers a pathway for family reunification. The BBC’s Priya Sippy reports.

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Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

Kelly Silvera Executive Producer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Ariana Rosas Producer

Nic Perez Director/Producer

Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer

John Bruington Media Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

James Graham Producer, BBC

Jo Critcher Producer, BBC

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