South Korean President Yoon has made a bold decision to improve relations with Japan, despite opposition from 60% of the South Korean public, by agreeing to pay compensation for victims of f… Read More
UPS workers have approved a five-year labor deal that includes significant wage increases and other improvements to work rules and schedules, according to the International Brotherhood of Te… Read More
The unemployment rate unexpectedly rose to 3.8% in August, the highest since February 2022. Nonfarm payrolls increased by 187,000, beating estimates, but previous months' counts were revised… Read More
Vietnamese diaspora groups are urging US President Joe Biden to prioritize human rights in Vietnam before strengthening ties between the two countries during his visit to Hanoi. A coalition… Read More
A family in central Mexico is working to preserve the production of cochineal dye, a valuable natural red pigment. The dye, derived from insects that feed on nopal cactus plants, was highly… Read More
Rapper Chrisean Rock gave birth to a baby boy during a live Instagram stream, with over 300k views. The livestream captured her on a hospital bed surrounded by friends and family. Chrisean e… Read More
Shakira was spotted in Miami on Labor Day, enjoying a jet ski outing with her two children and some friends. The photos show Shakira leading the way on the jet ski, with the children holding… Read More
The labour dispute between the Federal Government and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) will be resolved in two weeks, according to an agreement reached on Tuesday.
The Minister of Labour and E… Read More
Massachusetts is revisiting the question of gig worker status, with a proposed ballot measure seeking to define gig workers as independent contractors. The state's attorney general has appro… Read More
Following the Presidential Tribunal decision, popular Nigerian comedian Lawrence Oluwaseyitan Aletile, aka Seyi Law, is under fire for disparaging members of alternative political parties.
O… Read More
Area 2 Farms, an indoor farm in Arlington, Virginia, is transforming vacant office spaces into agricultural productivity. The farm, founded by Jackie Potter and Tyler Baras, grows a variety… Read More
A delegation from the UN's International Labor Organization (ILO) visited China's Xinjiang region to discuss Uyghur forced labor. The ILO engaged in technical discussions about the implement… Read More
The Digital Age and Its Sedentary Side Effects
In today’s technologically advanced age, our lives are intertwined with digital devices, often leading to prolonged periods of stillne… Read More
Yum China, which operates KFC and Pizza Hut in China, is investing in technology to open more stores without hiring additional staff. CEO Joey Wat stated that the number of stores increased… Read More
Pregnant people exposed to extreme heat are at a higher risk of developing life-threatening complications during labor and delivery, according to a study published in the Journal of the Amer… Read More
Multiple companies, particularly airlines, are warning that higher costs, including fuel and employee pay hikes, will impact their profits. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines have both re… Read More
Understanding the Types of Building Construction in Civil Engineering.
When we look around us, it’s hard not to be fascinated by the sheer variety of buildings that make up our envi… Read More
Sarah Dajani ’26
Opinion Editor
Cinestudio is showing “Barbie” on Friday, Sept. 22. This is a stronger stance than you might think.
From being banned in a number… Read More
North Korea is mobilizing students to work as free labor during the corn harvest and conducting daily searches to prevent theft. The government uses militaristic terminology to describe this… Read More
President Joe Biden and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva met at the U.N. General Assembly in New York to launch a global initiative to improve workers' rights. Both leaders emph… Read More
More women in Bolivia are breaking barriers and becoming mechanics, but they still face prejudice and sexism in the male-dominated field. Auto repair shops have modernized, but the acceptanc… Read More
Workers at Apple stores in France have gone on strike, with around 2,100 employees demanding higher pay and an end to a hiring freeze. The strike coincided with the release of Apple's latest… Read More
Former Central African president François Bozizé has been sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labor for "conspiracy" and "rebellion" by the Ministry of Justice. Boziz&eacu… Read More
The current labor market is advantageous for startups, as they have better access to talent compared to a few years ago. The previous competition for top talent has normalized, allowing star… Read More
Actors from the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Radio and Television Artists (SAG-AFTRA) have voted to go on strike against video game companies if ongoing negotiations fail. The… Read More
The ongoing war in Sudan has severely impacted the country's date industry, which is vital for its economy. Sudan is ranked 7th globally for date production, producing over 460,000 tonnes pe… Read More
A booming disaster-restoration industry is capitalizing on low-wage immigrant labor as climate change accelerates natural catastrophes. Workers in this industry, who clear debris and rebuild… Read More
A young couple in their 20s accidentally bought a dilapidated Scottish home at an auction, thinking they were bidding on a fixer-upper apartment in Glasgow. Undeterred, they decided to resto… Read More
U.S. Treasury yields, specifically the 10-year and 30-year yields, traded near levels last seen in 2007. The 10-year yield was at 4.794%, while the 30-year yield was slightly lower at 4.918%… Read More
Cash crops are grown for commercial purposes, not subsistence. They are high in demand and profitable and can include cotton, coffee, tobacco, sugarcane, and cocoa. These crops require speci… Read More
Is Buying or building a car? It’s an age-old dilemma. Buying may seem cheaper at first, but building offers unique advantages. It’s all about your needs and preferences. Buying i… Read More
Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act allows for workers with disabilities to be paid less than the federal minimum wage. This provision was initially created to provide job opportun… Read More
Millions of Ukrainians who fled the country during Russia's invasion in 2022 are expected to return once conditions allow. The Ukrainian government, with support from the United Nations and… Read More
The Nobel economics prize has been awarded to Harvard University professor Claudia Goldin for her research on women in the labor market. Goldin's work provides a comprehensive account of wom… Read More
Harvard University professor Claudia Goldin has been awarded the Nobel Prize in economics for her research on the gender gap in the labor market. Goldin's work, which spans 200 years of wome… Read More
A new study using a dating method called radiocarbon dating of conifer pollen has revealed that the oldest fossilized human footprints found in White Sands, New Mexico are over 20,000 years… Read More
A recent poll conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that only 9% of Americans support car companies in their dispute with striking auto workers. The… Read More
Unions representing 75,000 health care workers who went on strike against Kaiser Permanente have reached a tentative agreement with the company. The strike, which lasted three days, involved… Read More
Uyghur inmates at Keriye Prison in Xinjiang, China, are reportedly being forced to work long hours in fields and factories, according to sources who spoke to Radio Free Asia. The prisoners a… Read More
The International Day of Rural Women is observed annually on October 15 to honor the significant contribution of rural women in agriculture and natural resource management. The theme for 202… Read More
Australia's central bank, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), considered raising interest rates by 25 basis points at its monetary policy meeting in October but ultimately decided to keep t… Read More
Quebec Premier François Legault defends the decision to increase tuition fees for out-of-province students in order to protect the French language. The tuition hike will see costs for… Read More
William Fincher, who lost his restaurants and home in a fire in Lahaina, Maui, is receiving help from neighbors and friends to build two tiny homes for his family. Local builder Juan Ricci a… Read More
The United Auto Workers union has gone on strike at a General Motors (GM) SUV factory in Arlington, Texas, following a strike at a Stellantis pickup truck factory in Michigan. This adds to t… Read More
Hundreds of miners in South Africa have left a gold mine after being trapped underground for three days due to a union dispute. Over 100 miners managed to escape earlier, while the remaining… Read More
The news article challenges the notion that organic food is inherently healthier or more ethical. It highlights that organic produce does not have any significant nutritional advantage over… Read More
The McDermitt caldera in Nevada has been discovered to contain an estimated 40 million metric tons of lithium, surpassing every known lithium deposit on the planet. This monumental find coul… Read More
President Joe Biden has signed an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI), which includes safety assessments, equity and civil rights guidance, and research on AI's impact on the lab… Read More
Canadian labor union Unifor has begun strikes at all Stellantis facilities in the country, with over 8,200 members walking out after failing to reach a labor contract agreement. The union is… Read More
Parliamentarians from around the world have called on Japan to conduct an independent investigation into the Chinese government's rights abuses against Uyghurs in Xinjiang and to sanction Co… Read More
The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged due to moderating price pressures and weakening economic activity. Recent data shows that UK inflation remains at 6.7% in Sep… Read More
North Korean citizens are being forced by authorities to donate materials and labor to fix potholes and cracks in roads. However, residents argue that it is unfair to make them sacrifice for… Read More
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have jointly declared a nationwide strike starting from Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
This decision was reached after an un… Read More
Joe Ajaero is a prominent Nigerian journalist and unionist currently serving as the National President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). He assumed office in 2023, succeeding Ayuba Wabb… Read More
Wholesale prices in October saw their largest drop in 3½ years, suggesting that the worst of the inflation surge may have passed. The producer price index, measuring final-demand cost… Read More
In the world of personal accessories and luxury items, few possessions match the allure and prestige of a luxury watch.
These timepieces are not merely tools for keeping time but symbols… Read More
This massive bank is now cutting 286 jobs which will take effect before May 3rd according to the latest WARN filings.
The staff cuts, set to take effect before May 3, encompass 239 emplo… Read More
An iconic movie theatre now files for an unexpected bankruptcy in order to reorganize its business affairs, sources report.
Iconic movie theater chain Metropolitan Theatres Corp. has fil… Read More
A Race for Dominance in the Region’s EV Manufacturing Hub
The battle of Southeast Asia EV manufacturing hub. In an era where environmental conservation has become a global priority… Read More
Indie games, short for independent games, refer to video games created by individuals or small teams without the financial backing of a major publisher. These games are often characterized b… Read More