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Third Place

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business7 months ago

Starbucks' Investment in Baristas: Will It Pay Off?

Starbucks is investing heavily in hiring more baristas and improving customer service to restore its image as a welcoming 'third place' between home and work, despite concerns about increased costs and the impact on profitability. The company aims to enhance personal interactions and streamline orders using algorithms, while also adding full-time assistant managers. Wall Street remains cautious about the rising labor costs, but investor confidence is reflected in the recent share price increase.

entertainment2 years ago

Ariana Madix's Emotional Journey on DWTS Finale

Ariana Madix finished in third place on this season's Dancing with the Stars, impressing her Vanderpump Rules co-star Lisa Vanderpump. Paired with pro partner Pasha Paskhov, Madix showcased her dancing skills and resilience throughout the competition. The season finale saw Xochitl Gomez crowned as the winner, with singer Jason Mraz taking second place. Madix's empowering freestyle performance received high praise from the judges, earning her a perfect score. Vanderpump expressed her admiration for Madix's journey and growth on the show.

beauty-pageants2 years ago

Miss Universe Australia contestant Moraya Wilson overcomes financial setback to place third in beauty pageant

Moraya Wilson, representing Australia, placed third in the Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador. Despite controversy surrounding her family's financial history, Wilson remained focused on the competition. The event was won by Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, with Anntonia Porsild of Thailand coming in second. Wilson's alleged involvement in companies with unpaid debts has sparked calls for investigations into her parents. The pageant also introduced new eligibility rules allowing married women and mothers to compete. The bankruptcy of the company behind the Miss Universe pageant was announced shortly before the competition.

sports2 years ago

Ultra-marathon runner disqualified for using car in third place finish

Scottish ultra-marathon runner Joasia Zakrzewski has been disqualified from a race where she placed third after officials discovered she had hitched a ride in a car for a portion of the race. Zakrzewski claimed it was a "miscommunication" and that she intended to withdraw from the race due to leg pain but decided to "carry on in a non-competitive way." The race director disputed this and a new third place winner was named.