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World - ABC News
South Korean woman sues govt', adoption agency after kidnapped daughter sent abroad
A 70-year-old South Korean woman on Monday sued her government, an adoption agency, and an orphanage over the adoption of her daughter, who was sent to the United States in 1976, months after she ...21 minutes ago - South Korea -
World - The New York Times
China Calls for Tighter Security After Workers Are Killed in Pakistan
Two Chinese nationals were killed and another was injured after a convoy was attacked in Karachi on Sunday. A separatist group claimed responsibility.5 hours ago - China -
World - The Guardian
Rescued elephants drown as heavy flooding hits Thai tourist hub Chiang Mai
Northern Thailand has been hit by severe floods over recent weeks, with Typhoon Yagi worsening the seasonal monsoon rains. Two elephants have drowned, while power was cut and hotels were forced to ...6 hours ago -
World - ABC News
An explosion outside the Karachi, Pakistan, airport kills 2 workers from China and injures others
Officials say a massive explosion outside Pakistan's Karachi Airport has killed two workers from China and injured several others8 hours ago - China -
World - The Guardian
‘I have to keep going’: mother of Thai worker kidnapped by Hamas prays for his return
Watchara was one of dozens of Thai migrant workers kidnapped from southern Israel on 7 October. Every day, morning and night, Wiwwaeo Sriaoun prays for the safe return of her son, Watchara. It is ...8 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Families of Mexican Factory Workers Lost in the Hurricane Want Answers
Four of six plastics factory workers lost in Hurricane Helene flooding were Mexican Americans.9 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Health workers in Lebanon describe deadly Israeli attacks on colleagues and fear more
A hospital director in southern Lebanon says Israel’s military struck outside its gates without warning on Friday, killing seven paramedics and forcing the facility to closeYesterday - Israel -
Business - MarketWatch
Dockworkers are getting a big raise after their strike. Here are 3 other blue-collar jobs that pay six figures.
Some workers at the country’s busiest ports make upward of $200,000. Here are similar jobs that don’t require a bachelor’s degree.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
It’s harder for white-collar workers to find a job these days. AI tools aren’t making it any easier.
Companies are increasingly leaning on AI tools in hiring. Candidates are using the same technology to beat the algorithm and get eyes on their résumé. It’s a “may the best AI win” situation, as one ...2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
California Dairy Workers Monitor for Bird Flu After 2 Positive Cases
So far, 16 bird flu cases have been reported in the United States this year, these two included.2 days ago - California -
World - Financial Times
UK workers’ right reforms not expected until 2026
Plans to pass a ‘make work pay’ package may take years to take effect, warn those close to government talks2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Politics - The Hill
Port worker strike threatens technological progress
The ongoing strike by 47,000 International Longshoremen's Association members is threatening the global supply chain and technological progress, as the union is demanding a halt to port automation.2 days ago -
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Business - CNBC
Port strike ends as workers agree to tentative deal on wages and contract extension
The strike was the first by the ILA since 1977, and it impacted port operations at 36 different ports, including the 10 busiest ports in North America.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: White House holds briefing after Biden tours Helene damage, port workers strike deal
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre will hold a news briefing Friday afternoon. The briefing comes a day after President Biden traveled to Florida and Georgia in the aftermath of ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Business - The New York Times
How States Are Enticing Employers to Help Their Workers Save for College
With college costs high, at least eight states now offer tax credits or deductions for employers that contribute to workers’ 529 accounts.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
CDC confirms California's first human cases of bird flu in two dairy workers
Two dairy workers in California have been infected with the state’s first human cases of bird flu, federal and state health officials said. The late Thursday announcement of two confirmed cases of ...2 days ago - California -
World - ABC News
Operator of a Thai bus that caught fire and killed 23 is charged, as investigators suspect gas leak
Police in Thailand say they have filed negligence charges against a bus operator in connection with a bus fire that killed 23 young students and teachers earlier this week, as investigators ...3 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Asian Shipping Stocks Fall After U.S. Port Workers Suspend Strike
Shares of Asian shipping companies fell sharply after U.S. port workers suspended a three-day strike, dashing hopes for higher freight rates as a result of limited supply.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Labour’s new watchdog for workers will need real teeth, business warns
Reforms to employment law could backfire unless the Fair Work Agency can make the rules stick3 days ago -
Health - ABC News
Two California dairy workers were infected with bird flu, latest human cases in US
Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected in the U.S. this year3 days ago - California -
World - The Guardian
US dock workers agree on deal with port operators to end strike
International Longshoremen’s Association announces agreement for wage hike and immediate work resumption. The US ports strike that shut down shipping on the east and Gulf coasts for three days came ...3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Port workers reach tentative agreement to end strike
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX), an association of companies that operate East and Gulf Coast ports, reached a tentative agreement ...3 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq escapes from Gaza a decade later
An Israeli official says a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq has escaped a decade later from Gaza.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Lebanese healthcare workers fearful as growing numbers killed in strikes
At least 50 paramedics have been killed in Lebanon over the last two weeks. The airstrikes started just before noon. The injured and the dead quickly followed. As the ground in the southern ...3 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Amazon Plans to Hire 250,000 Seasonal Holiday Workers
Amazon’s hiring plans remain flat from last year, but still outpace competitor Target, which will tack on 100,000 seasonal workers.3 days ago - Amazon -
Business - MarketWatch
Dick’s Sporting Goods hiring 8,000 seasonal workers — about 600 fewer than last year
Retailer plans to hold its “National Signing Day” event on Tuesday to recruit seasonal employees.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Yazidi woman kidnapped by IS freed from Gaza after decade in captivity
Officials say US, Israel, Jordan and Iraq involved in rescue of 21-year-old who had been captured in Iraq. A 21-year-old woman kidnapped by Islamic State militants in Iraq more than a decade ago ...3 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Workers criticize safety response after deadly flooding at Tennessee factory
Employees at Impact Plastics in Tennessee recount terrifying moments as floodwaters overtook their workplace during Hurricane Helene. Two workers have been confirmed dead, four remain missing, and ...3 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Latina wage gap widens to $1.3 million for full-time and part-time workers
Latinas working full time, year-round were typically paid just 58 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men.4 days ago -
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World - The Guardian
‘I fell asleep driving around London’: TV workers on fear, danger and fatalities in an industry in crisis
Accidents on set and road collisions suffered by exhausted crew are on the rise. But the demand for great shows continues. Are broadcasters pushing staff too far?. As a young female TV crew member ...4 days ago