Volkswagens Woes Reflect A Stagnant German Economy

Volkswagen Reaches Labor Deal, Avoiding Germany Plant Closures

The automaker agreed to keep all 10 of its factories in Germany open and to guarantee workers’ jobs until the end of 2030.

The New York Times - 20h

Volkswagen reaches deal with union on German plants

Agreement to save €4bn includes factory capacity cuts and 35,000 job losses by 2030 ‘in socially responsible’ way

Financial Times - 20h

Volkswagen and Unions Enter Fourth Day of Talks

Intensive negotiation between Volkswagen and labor leaders continue over how to proceed with cost cuts at the auto giant.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

Volkswagen agrees deal to avoid German plant closures

VW and a union have, however, agreed to cut more than 35,000 jobs across the country by 2030.

BBC News - 19h

Volkswagen, employee representatives reach wage deal after tough negotiations

Yahoo News - 21h

The Conrad Rule is the answer to our budget reconciliation woes

With the return of unified government in Washington, the Republican majorities in the House and Senate are getting ready to use one of the most powerful tools in the budgetary toolbox: budget ...

The Hill - 3d

Volkswagen Labor Talks Continue

Volkswagen and labor leaders head into a second day of talks over cost cuts on Tuesday after negotiations that lasted late into Monday night ended without agreement.

The Wall Street Journal - 4d

High-stakes labour talks resume at German carmaker Volkswagen

Yahoo News - 4d

Guardiola on Man City woes: 'I'm not good enough'

Pep Guardiola made the stark admission that he is "not good enough" as Manchester City manager after Manchester United produced a stunning late fightback to seal a 2-1 derby win.

ESPN - 4d

German business, unions: Syrian workers help economy and should stay

Yahoo News - 6d

"Blue Bloods" star Abigail Hawk reflects on the series ahead of finale

After 14 seasons and nearly 300 episodes, fans are saying goodbye to the hit CBS show "Blue Bloods." Actress Abigail Hawk, who plays Detective Baker, joins CBS News to reflect on the series.

CBS News - Dec. 13

Porsche holding company warns of writedown in Volkswagen stake of up to €20bn

Management and unions at carmaker will hold a fifth round of talks on Monday over planned factory closures and job cuts

Financial Times - Dec. 13

Bonnie Raitt reflects on her career as she receives Kennedy Center honors

Bonnie Raitt, a 13-time Grammy winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, reflects on her 50-year career as she receives Kennedy Center honors for lifetime artistic achievements.

CBS News - Dec. 13

A Watch Meant to Reflect Time’s ‘Dynamic Flow’

Santiago Calatrava designed Gübelin’s first watch in 20 years to celebrate the house’s anniversary as well as his friendship with its owners.

The New York Times - Dec. 13

Childish Literature — reflections on the joys and fears of parenting

Alejandro Zambra explores the ups and downs of fatherhood in this collection of essays, poems and stories

Financial Times - Dec. 13

Postecoglou returns to Scotland as Tottenham's Europa League woes mount

Tottenham's future in the Europa League remains uncertain after they fail to beat Rangers.

ESPN - Dec. 12

Patel’s Warm Senate Welcome Reflects the G.O.P.’s Turn Against the F.B.I.

Senate Republicans have largely embraced President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick to run the bureau, demonstrating that his anti-F.B.I. stance is now party orthodoxy.

The New York Times - Dec. 12

McKennie scores as Juve add to Man City's woes

Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie got on the scoresheet to lead Juventus to a 2-0 Champions League victory over Manchester City on Wednesday in a big blow to City's hopes of clinching a top-eight ...

ESPN - Dec. 11

Bryan Stevenson reflects on a decade of "Just Mercy" and its impact

Civil rights lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson revisits his award-winning memoir "Just Mercy" with a new edition that reflects on its enduring impact.

CBS News - Dec. 11

Volkswagen, Labor Leaders to Meet Next Week as Talks End Without Agreement

Both sides said the latest round of negotiations had been constructive, but further talks would be needed to find a way forward.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10

Rangers woes grow, lose to last-place Blackhawks, 2-1

Taylor Hall had a goal and an assist, Arvid Soderblom stopped 29 shots and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Rangers 2-1 on Monday night.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 10

German union boss urges Berlin to scrap borrowing cap to safeguard economy

IG Metall chair Christiane Benner addresses thousands of VW workers striking over planned closure of several plants

Financial Times - Dec. 9

Trump's Cabinet woes are back, earlier than ever

President-elect Donald Trump could break the record for most failed Cabinet nominations to start a term.

ABC News - Dec. 9

'Low-hire, low-fire': The U.S. job market is stagnant right now, economists say

The labor market is not nearly as dynamic as it was in 2021 and 2022. That provides both good and bad news for workers.

CNBC - Dec. 9

Volkswagen Workers Begin Second Walk-Out as Cost-Cut Negotiations Continue

Volkswagen workers began striking for the second time this month as employee representatives and management enter a fourth round of talks over deep cost-cutting measures at the car maker.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

Strikes hit Volkswagen plants across Germany in showdown over cuts

Yahoo News - Dec. 9

Jets reflect on 'maddening' season as playoff drought continues

For a second straight year, a Jets season with lofty expectations failed to come to fruition as Sunday’s loss in Miami eliminated New York from playoff contention to extend the postseason drought ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9

Manchester United woes worsen after Wood lifts Nottingham Forest to victory

To Ruben Amorim’s recent buzzwords of “suffer” and “storm” Manchester United’s manager can add “defending” after a rearguard horror show culpable for all three Nottingham Forest goals.. As Amorim ...

The Guardian - Dec. 7

Man City woes continue with draw at Palace

Manchester City's Rico Lewis bagged a second-half goal and then was shown a red card in the dying minutes as his team salvaged drew with Crystal Palace.

ESPN - Dec. 7

Bills rookie Ray Davis reflects on the brotherly bond that changed his life

For the Bills' Sunday Night Football tilt against the 49ers, Ray Davis wore a picture on his cleats paying tribute to the day he first met Patrick Dowley about 17 years ago.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Princess Kate shares rare moment of reflection on her cancer treatment

Catherine, Princess of Wales, reflected on her cancer journey this year at a royal event just months after she finished chemotherapy treatment.

NBC News - Dec. 6

Political Turmoil Adds to the Economic Woes of South Korea

Even before a short-lived declaration of martial law thrust the country into crisis, the economy faced grim prospects.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Volkswagen Faces More Warning Strikes Monday

The latest announcement from the IG Metall union comes days after tens of thousands of workers at Volkswagen sites across Germany participated in walkouts.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Pardon Backlash Reflects Fraught Breakup Between Democrats and Biden

The criticism of the president’s pardon of his son from within his own party underscores how far gone his relationship with Democrats in Congress already was.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Volkswagen Says Urgent Measures Needed to Save Company

Volkswagen’s CEO warned staff that urgent measures are needed to secure the company’s future amid heightened competition, price pressure and high labor costs just as the European car market ...

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4