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ABC News - Top stories
Truck carrying lithium batteries sparks fire and snarls operations at the Port of Los Angeles
A big rig carrying lithium batteries that overturned and sparked a fire has snarled operations at the Port of Los Angeles1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Most workers still struggle to invest in their retirement. This could help.
Nearly 80% of workers say they don’t know much about their finances.4 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
SpaceX prepares to launch mission to give stranded astronauts a ride home
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ...4 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Are immigrants taking jobs from 'native' U.S. workers? Here's what economists say
There's a strong consensus that immigrants benefit the job market and economy. But there's a heated debate about wage impact for a subset of workers.5 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A port strike would be ill-timed, but disruption could boost these companies
A strike at U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports would be ill-timed for the holiday season and could cause a spike in rail congestion, but the disruption could spell opportunities for some companies.6 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Eye Opener: U.S. port workers prepare to strike
Workers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts are preparing to go on strike, which could have a major impact on the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, the White Sox have officially become the worst team in ...6 hours ago -
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CBS News - Top stories
Outdated gun tracking system delays thousands of cases, workers say
In the past three years, about half of all homicide cases went unsolved, according to FBI data. The National Tracing Center of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives traces the ...18 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
4 New Health Care Workers Show Symptoms After Contact with Bird Flu Patient
To date, six healthcare workers who interacted with the Missouri patient have developed symptoms.22 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Western water managers prepare for dueling threats of flood and drought amid uncertain weather outlook
Western water managers are preparing for an upcoming season of potential weather extremes, but they remain uncertain as to which shape these events will take. "We are really in a state of preparing ...23 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Ports strike would leave Walmart, Ikea, Home Depot with few import options, union warns
Port workers are prepared to go on strike on the East and Gulf coasts on Oct. 1, and the union is warning that Canadian and West Coast ports will support them.23 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Why JPMorgan Chase is prepared to sue the U.S. government over Zelle scams
JPMorgan disclosed that the CFPB could punish the lender for its role in Zelle, the giant peer-to-peer digital payments network.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
East Coast Port Employers File Labor Complaint Against Union
As a strike looms, port operators said labor leaders were refusing to bargain, as big retailers brace for supply chain hiccups.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Why JPMorgan Chase is prepared to sue the U.S. government over Zelle scams
Buried in a roughly 200-page quarterly filing from JPMorgan Chase last month were eight words that underscore how contentious the bank’s relationship with the government has become.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Port strike could come at a ‘high political cost’ for Harris campaign
Polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in a tight race for the White House, setting up a situation where small economic disturbances could tilt the race one way ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Overseas student and worker curbs will cost UK business over £40bn
Home Office assessments come as new Labour government presses ahead with curbs on immigrationYesterday - United Kingdom -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how a port strike could impact what you buy as deadline for a deal looms
At least 25,000 dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports could walk off the job next week, impacting about half of the country's imports and possibly sending prices higher for consumers. ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Tesla home checks on workers on sick leave defended by boss in Germany
Carmaker wants to ‘appeal to employees’ work ethic’ but move prompts outrage from plant’s union. The boss of a Tesla factory has defended the decision to send managers to the homes of workers on ...Yesterday - Tesla -
Inc. - Business
Preparing Your Startup for Sale From the Start
Developing a strategy early and carving out a niche is key to increasing your startup's valuation.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Israel accused of breaking global labor law by withholding Palestinian worker pay
Unions say ‘blatant’ violations of international wage protections have tipped many into extreme poverty. Ten trade unions have accused Israel of breaching international labor law by holding back ...Yesterday - Israel -
Wired - Tech
Shein Workers Have Had It—and They’re Going Public
Workers have been sharing videos alleging the precarious working conditions that have allowed the Chinese ecommerce giant to target unstoppable growth.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
'Tallahassee strong': Mayor speaks of city's preparation as Hurricane Helene approaches
Tallahassee Mayor John Dailey speaks with NBC News' Gadi Schwartz about the city's preparation and security as Hurricane Helene is about to make history as the first Category 4 hurricane to hit ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Tampa Bay area prepares for dangerous storm surge from Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene continued to strengthen as it neared Florida's gulf coast Thursday. The storm is expected to bring historic flooding to the Southeast, with potential storm surges of up to 20 feet. ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration saysYesterday -
ABC News - Entertainment
Judge prepares ruling on possible retrial of movie armorer in fatal set shooting by Alec Baldwin
A judge heard court arguments in the possible dismissal of a criminal conviction against a movie armorer in the shooting death of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin, and says she'll release a ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
As Strike Looms, Port Operators Ask Regulator to Force Dockworkers to Negotiate
The group that represents port terminal operators said the International Longshoremen’s Association was refusing to negotiate a new contract before a Monday deadline.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Presidential race’s winner may not be clear on election night. Here’s how investors can prepare.
The winner of the tight White House race won’t be determined on the night of Nov. 5, a UBS strategist said Thursday, but investors have a way to get positioned for that.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Survey: 73% of Amazon workers are considering quitting after 5-day in-office mandate
Nearly 3 in 4 Amazon workers say they're considering looking for a new job following CEO Andy Jassy's recent memo announcing a full-time return-to-office.Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Airlines, cruises prepare for Hurricane Helene: Latest travel updates
Airlines and cruise lines have canceled some routes and updated itineraries as a result of Hurricane Helene that is set to hit Florida and the Southeast.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
NOAA administrator on Hurricane Helene's size, how U.S. can prepare for extreme weather
Hurricane Helene is "large, wet and powerful," NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad said on CBS News Thursday. He discussed the threats the storm is bringing as well as initiatives to address climate ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Lebanese state-run media says an Israeli strike killed 23 Syrian workers in Lebanon
Lebanese state-run media says an Israeli strike killed 23 Syrian workers in Lebanon2 days ago - Israel