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Volkswagen plans to close at least 3 German plants and cut thousands of jobs
Europe’s largest carmaker tells works council it would slash pay by 10%Business - Financial Times - October 28 -
Volkswagen targets layoffs and 10% pay cuts amid plans for German plant closures, union says
Volkswagen is considering wide spread pay cuts and layoffs as well as closures or size reductions of its plants in Germany, the company's works council said Monday.Business - CNBC - October 28 -
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Volkswagen Could Close 3 Plants in Germany to Cut Costs
The auto maker’s top employee representative told workers that management planned to shutter factories for the first time in the company’s 87-year history.World - The New York Times - October 28 -
For First Time in 87 Years, Volkswagen May Close 3 Plants in Germany
The automaker’s top employee representative told workers that management planned to shutter the factories to cut costs amid slumping sales.Top stories - The New York Times - October 28 -
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Volkswagen cuts plan sends shock through the ‘Detroit of east Germany’
In the city of Zwickau, which has a proud history in the country’s mighty automobile industry, there are fears about the economic and political fallout . Zwickau gained its nickname as the Detroit ...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
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Volkswagen's employee council says the automaker plans to close at least 3 German plants
The head of Volkswagen's works council says the company has informed employee representatives that it wants to close at least three plants in GermanyWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
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European plastics makers shut plants as production declines sharply
Industry is latest manufacturing sector on the continent to shrink despite global growthWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Volkswagen Profit Shrinks as Unions Threaten Strike
Germany’s biggest automaker said its profit dropped 42 percent in the third quarter, as union leaders warned that workers were ready to walk out over a wage dispute.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
Germany Shuts 3 Iranian Consulates Over Execution of German-Iranian
The rare step of closing the consulates reflected German protests over the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, an outspoken opponent of the Iranian regime.World - The New York Times - October 31 -
Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s nominee for US attorney-general
Former congressman says controversy around his nomination had become a ‘distraction’Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Volkswagen workers in Germany prepare to strike within weeks
Executives reject union proposal that would rule out factory closures in the countryWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
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Volkswagen Faces Prospect of Strikes in December as Talks With Unions Set to Continue
Negotiations are set to resume on Dec. 9 as the German car maker faces weak demand for electric vehicles and competition from lower-cost Chinese competitors.Business - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago -
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All 3 Iranian Consulates in Germany ordered shut after execution of Iranian German prisoner
Germany has ordered the closure of all three Iranian Consulates in the country in response to the execution of Iranian German prisoner Jamshid Sharmahd, who lived in the United States and was ...World - ABC News - October 31 -
Germany orders 3 Iranian consulates shut in response to the execution of Iranian-German prisoner Jamshid Sharmahd
Germany orders 3 Iranian consulates shut in response to the execution of Iranian-German prisoner Jamshid SharmahdWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
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Stellantis Plans to Cut 1,100 Jobs at U.S. Jeep Plant
Jeep maker Stellantis said it is cutting 1,100 jobs at a U.S. factory as it seeks to reduce high inventory levels that have weighed on its performance.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 7 -
Inside the Audacious Plan to Reopen Three Mile Island's Nuclear Plant
AI’s thirst for energy sealed the deal between Microsoft and Constellation on the plant, where memories of a partial meltdown in 1979 still resonate.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 10 -
Cuomo Objects to Plan to Shut Down the A Train for 4 Months
Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, who is eyeing a potential run for New York City mayor next year, criticized plans to close part of the A train in the Rockaways for months.Top stories - The New York Times - November 5 -
Amazon plans to shut down Freevee, its no-cost streaming service
Amazon will phase out its streaming service Freevee, the company confirmed. The free, ad-supported service was the original home for the series 'Jury Duty.'Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 13 -
Business owners warn Trump’s deportation plan could shut them down
Vow to round up undocumented workers risks labour shortages and higher pricesWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
BrewDog shuts Mumbai bars in blow to India expansion plans
UK craft-beer maker last year said it wanted to open 100 outlets in the countryWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Union Workers Continue Picketing Vegas Hotel With No Talks Planned
The walkout at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas enters its fourth day as employees demand pay and benefits similar to those rewarded by rival operators earlier this year.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Gallerist Atsuko Ninagawa on how to navigate Tokyo’s art scene
A tour of the city’s cultural highlights with the co-founder and director of Art Week TokyoWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Reeves’ Budget measures risk hitting ‘working people’, analysts say
Some businesses will struggle with tax rises alongside a higher minimum wage and new labour lawsWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Hong Kong reporter says she'll sue Wall Street Journal for dismissal because of her union role
A former Hong Kong reporter of The Wall Street Journal says she'll sue the publication for sacking her because she joined a trade unionWorld - ABC News - November 12
