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The Environment Agency has warned that approximately one in five homes and businesses in England are at risk of river, sea and flash flooding. A significant new update from the agency, following the widespread disruption and floods caused by storms Bert and Darragh, reveals that 6.3 million properties in England are situated in areas prone to flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water, or a combination of these sources. This figure is an increase from the 5.5 million reported in the last assessment in 2018. The update utilises more advanced data and modelling, including new mapping down to a 2m scale, and takes into account recent changes such as new construction and a deteriorating climate. For the first time, the analysis considers the impacts of climate change and predicts that it will result in an increase in the number of properties at risk from rivers, the sea or surface water to about eight million by mid-century – equating to around one in four homes and businesses. Approximately 4.6 million of the currently at-risk properties face surface water floods, which occur when heavy rainfall overwhelms drainage systems and causes run-off or flash flooding. The Environment Agency (EA) stated that this figure represents a 43% increase on the previous assessment, due to improvements in data, modelling and technology use to fill gaps in some parts of the country and provide a much more accurate assessment of surface water flood risk. The assessment also found that approximately 2.4 million properties, including houses, flats, caravans, care homes and businesses, are in areas at risk of flooding from rivers and the sea in England. This is slightly lower than the 2.6 million reported in the last assessment. However, the EA has noted an 88% increase in the number of properties at the highest levels of risk. Currently, 367,900 homes and businesses are in areas with a greater than one in 30 chance of flooding in any given year. Julie Foley, director of flood risk strategy at the Environment Agency, highlighted the advancements in understanding flood and coastal erosion risks: "We have spent the last few years transforming our understanding of flood and coastal erosion risk in England, drawing on the best available data from the Environment Agency and local authorities, as well as improved modelling and technological advances." She added: "Our updated assessment shows there are 6.3 million properties in England in areas at risk of flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water." Floods minister Emma Hardy acknowledged the report's illustration of how "too many communities" find themselves at risk from flooding. She said: "Combined with the fact that this Government inherited flood defences in their worst condition on record, it is vital we invest in protecting our communities."
The market cap of top six listed companies jumped ₹ 2 lakh crore last week while the Indian stock market benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — extended their rally for a third consecutive week. The Canada police have arrested two people following the murder of an Indian student in the Edmonton area. Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a congratulatory message on Sunday as Pope Francis elevated an Indian priest to the post of cardinal. Farmers temporarily suspended their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Sunday afternoon after several people were injured in a clash with the police. Syria civil war Syrians poured into streets echoing with celebratory gunfire on Sunday after a rapidfire rebellion ended 54 years of the Assad family. Syrian state television broadcast a video statement early Sunday by a group of rebels saying that Assad had been overthrown and all prisoners had been released. They called on people to preserve the institutions of “the free Syrian state”. The rebels later announced a curfew in Damascus from 4:00 pm to 5:00 am. Indian student shot dead in Canada An Indian Sikh student was shot dead in Edmonton while working as a security guard at an apartment building. The deceased was identified as 20-year-old Harshandeep Singh. The Canadian police have arrested two accused — Evan Rain and Judith Saulteaux, both 30-years-old — and charged them with first-degree murder. Pope Francis elevates Indian priest as cardinal Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad was elevated as a Cardinal of the Holy Roman Catholic Church by Pope Francis on Sunday. PM Modi shared a congratulatory message via social media and dubbed it a matter of great joy and pride for India. Farmers protest suspended Protesting farmers temporarily suspended their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Sunday afternoon after several people were injured in a clash with security personnel. A jatha of 101 farmers were stopped by the Haryana police soon after resuming their foot march from the Shambhu protest site to Delhi. Teargas shells were lobbed and water jets were shot through cannons to disperse the protesters after they reached the barricades. Market cap jumps by over ₹ 2 lakh crore The combined market valuation of six out of the top 10 most-valued Indian companies soared by ₹ 2,03,116.81 crore last week. Tata Consultancy Services and HDFC Bank emerged as the biggest gainers, riding the wave of a bullish trend that saw the BSE Sensex climbing 1,906.33 points (2.38%) and the NSE Nifty 50 advancing 546.7 points (2.26%). Stock market update Sensex and Nifty 50 extended their rally for the third consecutive week — ending December 6 with their largest weekly gains in six months. The uptrend was driven by positive momentum in global markets and an RBI policy announcement that aligned with market expectations. The domestic equity market received additional support from Foreign Portfolio Investors, who turned net buyers of Indian equities in the first week of December. Sonia Gandhi linked to George Soros Foundation The BJP has linked senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation. “Sonia Gandhi, as the Co-President of the FDL-AP Foundation, is linked to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation...This association between Sonia Gandhi and an organisation that has backed the idea of Kashmir as an independent nation expresses the influence of foreign entities on India’s internal affairs and the political impact of such connections,” the party wrote on X. Iltija Mufti sparks debate PDP leader Iltija Mufti sparked debate on Sunday after dubbing Hindutva a ‘disease’. The daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti however insisted that her comments had been deliberately distorted. The remarks came in response to a video where three minor boys were allegedly forced to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' and beaten by a man. (With inputs from agencies)Judged outside courtsWalmart employees at certain U.S. stores were given body cameras to wear as part of a pilot program, CNBC reported Tuesday. It is unclear how many Walmart locations have placed body cameras on store-level associates. Witnesses and images distributed online showed signs at entry points to locations warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in use,” according to the outlet. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry,” a Walmart spokesperson said. “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions.” Walmart is primarily concerned with protecting their employees, a source familiar with the initiative told the outlet. Such programs are typically aimed at curbing shoplifting. Retail theft spiked in the U.S. in the first half of 2024, a Council of Criminal Justice (CCJ) study found. Incidents of reported shoplifting shot up 24% across 23 cities when compared to the first half of the previous year, according to an update. Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some stores https://t.co/YhpEZDtKsC — CNBC (@CNBC) December 17, 2024 At least one location in Denton, Texas was spotted participating in the pilot program earlier in December, according to a photo of a Walmart associate checking receipts shared with CNBC by a customer. A document titled “Providing great customer service while creating a safer environment” was shared via a photo in an online forum for Walmart employees and customers, the outlet reported. Workers were told to “record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating,” the document said. They must then bring the incident to the attention of another store associate to log it into the “ethics and compliance app.” Employees were expected not to wear the cameras when in restrooms or breakrooms, according to the document. Body cameras are not to be worn in Walmart bathrooms or employee break areas, the document reported on by CNBC added. Walmart is not the first major retailer to distribute body cameras to employees at U.S. locations. TJX Companies, the parent company for TJ Maxx, Homegoods and Marshalls, provided body cameras to some of its workers in response to issues with shoplifting, according to an earnings call back in June. More than one-third of retail companies said they were considering body cameras for workers the 2023 National Retail Federation Survey found .
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (“AOI”) (Nasdaq: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that it has filed a complaint for patent infringement against Accelight Technologies, Inc. (ATI) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No.: 3:24-cv-09041. The complaint, filed December 13, 2024, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges that at least the ATI 100G QSFP28 LR4, ATI 400G QSFP-DD SR8, ATI 100G QSFP28 CWDM4, ATI 400G QSFP-DD FR4, and ATI 400G QSFP-DD DR4 infringe one or more of the asserted Applied Optoelectronic, Inc. (AOI) optical transceiver patents. “AOI filed this lawsuit because we believe ATI is infringing several of our key optical transceiver patents. AOI has invested significantly in research and development and will continue to enforce its IP rights against alleged infringers to protect those rights,” said Dr. Thompson Lin, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer. In the complaint, AOI is seeking monetary damages from ATI and a permanent injunction. About Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical products, including components, modules and equipment. AOI's products are the building blocks for broadband fiber access networks around the world, where they are used in the internet datacenter, CATV broadband, telecom and FTTH markets. AOI supplies optical networking lasers, components and equipment to tier-1 customers in all four of these markets. In addition to its corporate headquarters, wafer fab and advanced engineering and production facilities in Sugar Land, TX, AOI has engineering and manufacturing facilities in Taipei, Taiwan and Ningbo, China. For additional information, visit www.ao-inc.com . Investor Relations Contact: The Blueshirt Group, Investor Relations Monica Gould +1-212-871-3927 ir@ao-inc.com Cassidy Fuller +1-415-217-4968 ir@ao-inc.comROSEN, A LEADING NATIONAL FIRM, Encourages ASP Isotopes Inc. Investors To Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline In Securities Class Action - ASPI
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CNOOC Limited and 80883 announces that Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project has commenced production. The project is located in the Pearl River Mouth Basin, with an average water depth of approximately 110 meters. The main production facilities include a new intelligent drilling production platform, as well as the adaptively-modified “NAN HAI FEN JIN” FPSO. A total of 19 development wells are planned to be commissioned, including 2 oil production wells and 17 gas production wells. The project is expected to achieve a peak production of approximately 20,600 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2027. The main products include light crude and natural gas. Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project is CNOOC Limited’s first deep buried hill reservoir development project in the South China Sea. The Company has been actively adopting the state-of-art technologies. The first intelligent offshore drilling production platform in China was built for this project, to realize efficient development of the offshore oil and gas resources. The new project will contribute to the economic and social development of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area. CNOOC Limited holds 100% interest in this project and is the operator. Source: CNOOC Limited
Walmart employees at certain U.S. stores were given body cameras to wear as part of a pilot program, CNBC reported Tuesday. It is unclear how many Walmart locations have placed body cameras on store-level associates. Witnesses and images distributed online showed signs at entry points to locations warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in use,” according to the outlet. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry,” a Walmart spokesperson said. “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions.” Walmart is primarily concerned with protecting their employees, a source familiar with the initiative told the outlet. Such programs are typically aimed at curbing shoplifting. Retail theft spiked in the U.S. in the first half of 2024, a Council of Criminal Justice (CCJ) study found. Incidents of reported shoplifting shot up 24% across 23 cities when compared to the first half of the previous year, according to an update. Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some stores https://t.co/YhpEZDtKsC — CNBC (@CNBC) December 17, 2024 At least one location in Denton, Texas was spotted participating in the pilot program earlier in December, according to a photo of a Walmart associate checking receipts shared with CNBC by a customer. A document titled “Providing great customer service while creating a safer environment” was shared via a photo in an online forum for Walmart employees and customers, the outlet reported. Workers were told to “record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating,” the document said. They must then bring the incident to the attention of another store associate to log it into the “ethics and compliance app.” Employees were expected not to wear the cameras when in restrooms or breakrooms, according to the document. Body cameras are not to be worn in Walmart bathrooms or employee break areas, the document reported on by CNBC added. Walmart is not the first major retailer to distribute body cameras to employees at U.S. locations. TJX Companies, the parent company for TJ Maxx, Homegoods and Marshalls, provided body cameras to some of its workers in response to issues with shoplifting, according to an earnings call back in June. More than one-third of retail companies said they were considering body cameras for workers the 2023 National Retail Federation Survey found .
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The Environment Agency has warned that approximately one in five homes and businesses in England are at risk of river, sea and flash flooding. A significant new update from the agency, following the widespread disruption and floods caused by storms Bert and Darragh, reveals that 6.3 million properties in England are situated in areas prone to flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water, or a combination of these sources. This figure is an increase from the 5.5 million reported in the last assessment in 2018. The update utilises more advanced data and modelling, including new mapping down to a 2m scale, and takes into account recent changes such as new construction and a deteriorating climate. For the first time, the analysis considers the impacts of climate change and predicts that it will result in an increase in the number of properties at risk from rivers, the sea or surface water to about eight million by mid-century – equating to around one in four homes and businesses. Approximately 4.6 million of the currently at-risk properties face surface water floods, which occur when heavy rainfall overwhelms drainage systems and causes run-off or flash flooding. The Environment Agency (EA) stated that this figure represents a 43% increase on the previous assessment, due to improvements in data, modelling and technology use to fill gaps in some parts of the country and provide a much more accurate assessment of surface water flood risk. The assessment also found that approximately 2.4 million properties, including houses, flats, caravans, care homes and businesses, are in areas at risk of flooding from rivers and the sea in England. This is slightly lower than the 2.6 million reported in the last assessment. However, the EA has noted an 88% increase in the number of properties at the highest levels of risk. Currently, 367,900 homes and businesses are in areas with a greater than one in 30 chance of flooding in any given year. Julie Foley, director of flood risk strategy at the Environment Agency, highlighted the advancements in understanding flood and coastal erosion risks: "We have spent the last few years transforming our understanding of flood and coastal erosion risk in England, drawing on the best available data from the Environment Agency and local authorities, as well as improved modelling and technological advances." She added: "Our updated assessment shows there are 6.3 million properties in England in areas at risk of flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water." Floods minister Emma Hardy acknowledged the report's illustration of how "too many communities" find themselves at risk from flooding. She said: "Combined with the fact that this Government inherited flood defences in their worst condition on record, it is vital we invest in protecting our communities."
The market cap of top six listed companies jumped ₹ 2 lakh crore last week while the Indian stock market benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — extended their rally for a third consecutive week. The Canada police have arrested two people following the murder of an Indian student in the Edmonton area. Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a congratulatory message on Sunday as Pope Francis elevated an Indian priest to the post of cardinal. Farmers temporarily suspended their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Sunday afternoon after several people were injured in a clash with the police. Syria civil war Syrians poured into streets echoing with celebratory gunfire on Sunday after a rapidfire rebellion ended 54 years of the Assad family. Syrian state television broadcast a video statement early Sunday by a group of rebels saying that Assad had been overthrown and all prisoners had been released. They called on people to preserve the institutions of “the free Syrian state”. The rebels later announced a curfew in Damascus from 4:00 pm to 5:00 am. Indian student shot dead in Canada An Indian Sikh student was shot dead in Edmonton while working as a security guard at an apartment building. The deceased was identified as 20-year-old Harshandeep Singh. The Canadian police have arrested two accused — Evan Rain and Judith Saulteaux, both 30-years-old — and charged them with first-degree murder. Pope Francis elevates Indian priest as cardinal Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad was elevated as a Cardinal of the Holy Roman Catholic Church by Pope Francis on Sunday. PM Modi shared a congratulatory message via social media and dubbed it a matter of great joy and pride for India. Farmers protest suspended Protesting farmers temporarily suspended their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Sunday afternoon after several people were injured in a clash with security personnel. A jatha of 101 farmers were stopped by the Haryana police soon after resuming their foot march from the Shambhu protest site to Delhi. Teargas shells were lobbed and water jets were shot through cannons to disperse the protesters after they reached the barricades. Market cap jumps by over ₹ 2 lakh crore The combined market valuation of six out of the top 10 most-valued Indian companies soared by ₹ 2,03,116.81 crore last week. Tata Consultancy Services and HDFC Bank emerged as the biggest gainers, riding the wave of a bullish trend that saw the BSE Sensex climbing 1,906.33 points (2.38%) and the NSE Nifty 50 advancing 546.7 points (2.26%). Stock market update Sensex and Nifty 50 extended their rally for the third consecutive week — ending December 6 with their largest weekly gains in six months. The uptrend was driven by positive momentum in global markets and an RBI policy announcement that aligned with market expectations. The domestic equity market received additional support from Foreign Portfolio Investors, who turned net buyers of Indian equities in the first week of December. Sonia Gandhi linked to George Soros Foundation The BJP has linked senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation. “Sonia Gandhi, as the Co-President of the FDL-AP Foundation, is linked to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation...This association between Sonia Gandhi and an organisation that has backed the idea of Kashmir as an independent nation expresses the influence of foreign entities on India’s internal affairs and the political impact of such connections,” the party wrote on X. Iltija Mufti sparks debate PDP leader Iltija Mufti sparked debate on Sunday after dubbing Hindutva a ‘disease’. The daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti however insisted that her comments had been deliberately distorted. The remarks came in response to a video where three minor boys were allegedly forced to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' and beaten by a man. (With inputs from agencies)Judged outside courtsWalmart employees at certain U.S. stores were given body cameras to wear as part of a pilot program, CNBC reported Tuesday. It is unclear how many Walmart locations have placed body cameras on store-level associates. Witnesses and images distributed online showed signs at entry points to locations warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in use,” according to the outlet. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry,” a Walmart spokesperson said. “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions.” Walmart is primarily concerned with protecting their employees, a source familiar with the initiative told the outlet. Such programs are typically aimed at curbing shoplifting. Retail theft spiked in the U.S. in the first half of 2024, a Council of Criminal Justice (CCJ) study found. Incidents of reported shoplifting shot up 24% across 23 cities when compared to the first half of the previous year, according to an update. Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some stores https://t.co/YhpEZDtKsC — CNBC (@CNBC) December 17, 2024 At least one location in Denton, Texas was spotted participating in the pilot program earlier in December, according to a photo of a Walmart associate checking receipts shared with CNBC by a customer. A document titled “Providing great customer service while creating a safer environment” was shared via a photo in an online forum for Walmart employees and customers, the outlet reported. Workers were told to “record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating,” the document said. They must then bring the incident to the attention of another store associate to log it into the “ethics and compliance app.” Employees were expected not to wear the cameras when in restrooms or breakrooms, according to the document. Body cameras are not to be worn in Walmart bathrooms or employee break areas, the document reported on by CNBC added. Walmart is not the first major retailer to distribute body cameras to employees at U.S. locations. TJX Companies, the parent company for TJ Maxx, Homegoods and Marshalls, provided body cameras to some of its workers in response to issues with shoplifting, according to an earnings call back in June. More than one-third of retail companies said they were considering body cameras for workers the 2023 National Retail Federation Survey found .
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (“AOI”) (Nasdaq: AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the internet datacenter, cable broadband, telecom and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) markets, today announced that it has filed a complaint for patent infringement against Accelight Technologies, Inc. (ATI) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No.: 3:24-cv-09041. The complaint, filed December 13, 2024, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges that at least the ATI 100G QSFP28 LR4, ATI 400G QSFP-DD SR8, ATI 100G QSFP28 CWDM4, ATI 400G QSFP-DD FR4, and ATI 400G QSFP-DD DR4 infringe one or more of the asserted Applied Optoelectronic, Inc. (AOI) optical transceiver patents. “AOI filed this lawsuit because we believe ATI is infringing several of our key optical transceiver patents. AOI has invested significantly in research and development and will continue to enforce its IP rights against alleged infringers to protect those rights,” said Dr. Thompson Lin, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer. In the complaint, AOI is seeking monetary damages from ATI and a permanent injunction. About Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical products, including components, modules and equipment. AOI's products are the building blocks for broadband fiber access networks around the world, where they are used in the internet datacenter, CATV broadband, telecom and FTTH markets. AOI supplies optical networking lasers, components and equipment to tier-1 customers in all four of these markets. In addition to its corporate headquarters, wafer fab and advanced engineering and production facilities in Sugar Land, TX, AOI has engineering and manufacturing facilities in Taipei, Taiwan and Ningbo, China. For additional information, visit www.ao-inc.com . Investor Relations Contact: The Blueshirt Group, Investor Relations Monica Gould +1-212-871-3927 ir@ao-inc.com Cassidy Fuller +1-415-217-4968 ir@ao-inc.comROSEN, A LEADING NATIONAL FIRM, Encourages ASP Isotopes Inc. Investors To Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline In Securities Class Action - ASPI
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CNOOC Limited and 80883 announces that Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project has commenced production. The project is located in the Pearl River Mouth Basin, with an average water depth of approximately 110 meters. The main production facilities include a new intelligent drilling production platform, as well as the adaptively-modified “NAN HAI FEN JIN” FPSO. A total of 19 development wells are planned to be commissioned, including 2 oil production wells and 17 gas production wells. The project is expected to achieve a peak production of approximately 20,600 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2027. The main products include light crude and natural gas. Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project is CNOOC Limited’s first deep buried hill reservoir development project in the South China Sea. The Company has been actively adopting the state-of-art technologies. The first intelligent offshore drilling production platform in China was built for this project, to realize efficient development of the offshore oil and gas resources. The new project will contribute to the economic and social development of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area. CNOOC Limited holds 100% interest in this project and is the operator. Source: CNOOC Limited
Walmart employees at certain U.S. stores were given body cameras to wear as part of a pilot program, CNBC reported Tuesday. It is unclear how many Walmart locations have placed body cameras on store-level associates. Witnesses and images distributed online showed signs at entry points to locations warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in use,” according to the outlet. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry,” a Walmart spokesperson said. “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions.” Walmart is primarily concerned with protecting their employees, a source familiar with the initiative told the outlet. Such programs are typically aimed at curbing shoplifting. Retail theft spiked in the U.S. in the first half of 2024, a Council of Criminal Justice (CCJ) study found. Incidents of reported shoplifting shot up 24% across 23 cities when compared to the first half of the previous year, according to an update. Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in some stores https://t.co/YhpEZDtKsC — CNBC (@CNBC) December 17, 2024 At least one location in Denton, Texas was spotted participating in the pilot program earlier in December, according to a photo of a Walmart associate checking receipts shared with CNBC by a customer. A document titled “Providing great customer service while creating a safer environment” was shared via a photo in an online forum for Walmart employees and customers, the outlet reported. Workers were told to “record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating,” the document said. They must then bring the incident to the attention of another store associate to log it into the “ethics and compliance app.” Employees were expected not to wear the cameras when in restrooms or breakrooms, according to the document. Body cameras are not to be worn in Walmart bathrooms or employee break areas, the document reported on by CNBC added. Walmart is not the first major retailer to distribute body cameras to employees at U.S. locations. TJX Companies, the parent company for TJ Maxx, Homegoods and Marshalls, provided body cameras to some of its workers in response to issues with shoplifting, according to an earnings call back in June. More than one-third of retail companies said they were considering body cameras for workers the 2023 National Retail Federation Survey found .
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