Welcome to all of you watching us here in the united states, canada, and all Around The World. Im kim brunhuber. Ahead on cnn newsroom. We could be in the final hours of the Writers Strike as both sides will return to the Negotiating Table today. But the news out of washington isnt as promising, where a Government Shutdown is looking more likely as lawmakers have yet to reach a deal. And later, President Biden is reaching out to young people worried about the environment. Well take a look at the newly created American Climate Corps. Announcer live from cnn center, this is cnn newsroom, with kim brunhuber. And we begin with new developments in two major strikes affecting thousands of u. S. Workers. The hollywood Writers Strike and the one by united auto workers, one could soon come to an end, while the other is expanding. So lets start with the Writers Strike. A source tells cnn that the major film and Television Studios sent their best and final offer to the striking writers on saturda
Food prices were the main reason for the fall it is slightly less than had been expected. Inflation has been gradually coming down since its peak 18 months ago. 0ur chief economics correspondent, dharshini david, reports. From the moment her day starts, higher prices are taking their toll on sam, who cares for adults with learning difficulties. Water is nearly 9 more expensive than a year ago. Energy bills are down 18 long awaited relief for many. Food and drink, however, is up 4 overall. Milk is cheaper, as you may have noticed, but that could be overshadowed by the likes of sugar, which is 14 dearer. Sams had pay rises, but she is forgoing things from haircuts to eye tests to make ends meet. I have thought about leaving for a better paid job, but i love myjob, im very passionate about myjob and its actually not a job, its a vocation. Inflation has lowered considerably from its peak, helped by lower energy and food prices on a global basis. Also, the impact of higher interest rates. A
hello and welcome to your monday one show, live on bbc one and iplayer with lauren laverne. and alexjones. and what a way to kick off the week we have a sofa full of stars. we re joined by hollywood actor jada pinkett smith who is giving herfirst uk tv interview about her explosive new memoir. sir tom jones and will.i.am are on the search for the next singing sensation in the latest series of the voice they ll be revealing which new celeb will have their hand on the buzzer this year. and comedian and tv presenter rhod gilbert will be telling us why he s lending his voice to raising money and awareness of cancer after his own devastating diagnosis. and professorjames logan follows a specialist team as they deal with an urgent threat to the nation s bees. very scary, that, isn t it? and as ever, if you have a question for any of our guests tonight please do get in touch. all the details are on screen now. first tonight we all know that council budgets are being squeezed