A devastating incident unfolded at a Walmart store in Halifax, Canada, where a 19-year-old employee was found deceased inside a walk-in bakery oven on Saturday. The discovery, which has shocked the local community and raised serious safety concerns, prompted an immediate response from law enforcement and the provincial labor department. Authorities confirmed the worker’s identity […]
A pipeline carrying liquefied natural gas exploded in Deer Park, a suburb of Houston, Texas, on Monday, igniting a massive fire that burned for hours and led to widespread evacuations. The explosion, which occurred around 9:55 a.m. near Spencer Highway, sent a towering plume of flames into the sky, visible for miles and spreading panic […]
In a recent announcement, Dave Guggina, Executive Vice President of Supply Chain Operations at Walmart U.S., detailed the next phase in Walmart’s supply chain modernization, particularly within its grocery sector. This initiative reflects Walmart’s response to changing consumer preferences, emphasizing reliability and efficiency in delivering groceries. Walmart’s strategy encompasses three key areas: constructing new high-tech […]
Walmart (NYSE: WMT), the global leader in omnichannel retailing, has recently initiated a pilot program with Agritask, a prominent crop supply intelligence company. This collaboration, part of Walmart Global Tech’s Sparkubate program, aims to revolutionize the way sourcing managers predict and manage seasonal fruit crops like cherries and blackberries, enhancing decision-making processes to secure supply, […]
Walmart has announced a significant expansion of its InHome delivery service, now reaching an additional 10 million U.S. households, including major cities like Boston, Cambridge, and Newton. This expansion also extends to other key markets such as Detroit, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, and San Bernardino, marking a major milestone in Walmart’s commitment to providing convenient shopping solutions. […]
In a significant expansion of its logistics capabilities, Walmart Inc. has inaugurated a new 1.5 million square-foot fulfillment center located at 1915 Ebberts Spring Court in Greencastle, 10 miles north of Hagerstown. This facility represents the fourth of Walmart’s next-generation fulfillment centers, with a fifth already announced to open in 2026. Strategic Location and Advanced […]
Walmart+, in collaboration with Pawp, is set to launch a pet telehealth benefit later this year, providing members with unlimited access to veterinary professionals at no additional cost. This innovative service is part of Walmart’s commitment to adding value for its members by expanding its range of convenient, cost-effective benefits. Unlimited Access to Veterinary Care […]
Walmart is cutting hundreds of corporate jobs and requiring most remote workers to relocate to its main tech offices or leave the company. This decision was reported by Reuters on Tuesday, citing a source familiar with the matter. The U.S. retail giant’s workers in smaller offices located in Dallas, Atlanta, and Toronto are being asked […]
Walmart Inc. and VIZIO Holding Corp. have announced a groundbreaking agreement, with Walmart set to acquire VIZIO for $11.50 per share in cash. This deal translates to a fully diluted equity value of approximately $2.3 billion, positioning Walmart to significantly enhance its footprint in the cybersecurity and in-home entertainment sectors. This acquisition is not just […]
In a move set to transform the landscape of cardiovascular health management, Cardio Diagnostics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDIO) has announced the availability of its AI-driven epigenetic-genetic blood tests, Epi+Gen CHD and PrecisionCHD, at a Walmart Supercenter in Round Lake Beach, Illinois, starting Q2 2024. This strategic deployment signifies a pivotal shift in the accessibility of […]