Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth discussed the ongoing struggle with shoplifting at the retailer’s stores during a recent earnings call, mentioning creative solutions being implemented. Inventory losses have impacted profits, prompting efforts to address the issue, while other retailers like Walmart and T.J. Maxx are testing new technologies like body cameras and apps to prevent theft. Despite financial struggles and store closures, Walgreens saw a significant stock increase following better-than-expected results, with plans for customer-focused initiatives like digital prescription pick-up check-ins in progress.
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Skydiver dies after her parachute hit another jumper’s gear while approaching airport in Georgia
An experienced skydiver, Jasmine Black, 48, died after her main parachute collided with another jumper's gear at Thomaston Upson County Airport in Georgia, causing her emergency chute to fail to deploy. Despite having over 160 jumps, the low altitude of the incident prevented a successful cutaway maneuver, leading to her tragic death, which is under investigation by the authorities. Need More Context? 🔎
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