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Top stories - BBC News
Workers could get right to strike for a year
A document produced by the government says the mandate to strike could be extended to a year from six months.4 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
What This Apple Exec Means When He Says, ‘Hey Siri, Let’s Get AI Right.’
Senior Apple exec Craig Federighi said that unlike some AI rivals, his company has no plans for a super-smart AI. Siri won’t be sentient.10 hours ago - Apple -
Top stories - The New York Times
Fluffy Feeling Ill? N.Y.C. Workers May Get Sick Leave to Care for Pets.
Councilman Shaun Abreu is introducing a bill that would require employers in New York City to let workers use their paid sick leave to take care of pets and service animals.13 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK unions could seek bargaining rights with just 2% of workers as members
Ministers will consult on range of measures aimed at easing representationYesterday - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
New workers' rights 'to cost firms £5bn a year'
Businesses will face additional costs over the measures which include boosts to sick pay and unfair dismissal rights.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Walz accuses Trump of disrespecting workers by 'cosplaying' at McDonald’s
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), the Democratic vice presidential nominee, on Monday accused former President Trump of disrespecting McDonald’s workers by pretending to work at one of its restaurants ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Boeing Workers to Vote on New Pay Deal
A proposal for a 35 percent wage hike over four years could end a costly strike, even as the aircraft maker hustles to sell planes and raise cash.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Georgia-Texas controversy: Is it more important to get a call right or follow procedure?
Ironically, the call that went against Georgia and for Texas wound up helping the Bulldogs and hurting the Longhorns.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK workers’ rights reforms to cost businesses £5bn a year
Government’s impact assessment finds companies will face bill for implementing new policies2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Why can’t politics in the UK or US get to grips with Taylor Swift? Because she is a force in her own right | Gaby Hinsliff
On each side of the Atlantic, so much rests on what she says, positions she takes and who meets her approval. She is where pop meets politics now. When people say that music can change the world, ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
The work sickness timebomb that risks a lost generation of workers
Britain is sick, and getting sicker. Economics editor Faisal Islam unpacks whether the government can get people working again3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Woman sentenced over social worker stabbing
Fiyori Kesete attacked the victim without warning, stabbing her in the arms and head.4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Pee-wee the tortoise found by recycling centre workers
A tortoise has been found at a recycling centre in Grantham after being sorted with tonnes of waste.5 days ago -
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Business - Inc.
California Health Care Workers Get Pay Bump Under New Wage Law
The new minimum wage of $18 an hour will gradually increase to $25 an hour under the new state law.6 days ago - California -
Top stories - BBC News
‘You stole the election’: Nervous volunteers on frontline of conspiracies
Suspicion about the vote count is pervasive even in small rural communities, where volunteers are preparing for potential violence.6 days ago -
Health - ABC News
California health care workers get a pay bump under a new minimum wage law
Some of the lowest-paid health care workers in California are getting a pay bump under a state lawOctober 16 - California -
World - ABC News
Worker at a Crimean wildlife park killed by lions
A worker at a wildlife park in Crimea has died after being attacked by lionsOctober 16 -
Politics - The Hill
FEMA workers threatened by armed group in Tennessee
"They were all armed, open carry not guns drawn, but they had surrounded them and there was a lady there that was yelling and threatening them."October 16 -
Business - Financial Times
London Underground workers to strike over pay
Aslef and RMT unions announce series of walkouts in NovemberOctober 16 -
Business - Inc.
Wait, Workers Want More Meetings?
Most employees think additional meetings would make them more productive, a new report says. But only if those meetings are done right.October 16 -
Business - Inc.
Applicant Tracking Systems Are Crushing Workers’ Dreams of Getting Hired
AI automated candidate screening is turning job searches into dead ends.October 16 -
Business - The New York Times
Paying Workers $10,000 to Move Helped Reverse Tulsa’s Brain Drain
Researchers found that when remote workers were paid to move to Tulsa, Okla., everyone came out ahead.October 16 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Amari Cooper trade grades: Bills get 'A' for upgrading Josh Allen's WR corps; Browns right to be sellers
How do we evaluate the latest wide receiver deal?October 15 - NFL -
Politics - The Hill
How the UN Human Rights Council promotes dictatorships over human rights
The UN Human Rights Council has elected some of the world's most oppressive regimes, including Qatar, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia, to its membership, leading to a mockery of its ...October 15 - United Nations -
Business - Inc.
Here’s Why Employers May Get More Involved in Workers’ Health Care
The Business Group on Health wants to help business owners address rising health coverage costs. That may require more attention to the treatments workers receive.October 15 -
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Top stories - BBC News
Do not throw vapes in the bin, urge waste workers
Batteries, disposable vapes and discarded laptops put in the bin are putting refuse workers at risk.October 14 -
Business - Inc.
Seattle Hotel Workers Join Hilton Strike
The planned weeklong work stoppage puts the total of West Coast hospitality workers on strike in Seattle, Honolulu, San Francisco, and San Diego past 4,300.October 14 -
Top stories - BBC News
Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Rachel Reeves gives closing speech at UK investment summit – business live
Chancellor says £60bn of investment has been announced at summit, showing confidence in UK economy. Keir Starmer will promise to slash red tape as he hosts investment summit Who will attend ...October 14 - United Kingdom -
Politics - The Hill
Union leaders' outdated methods hurt workers and the economy
The International Longshoreman's Association is demanding outrageous wage increases and a ban on automation at American ports, threatening to disrupt the economy and cost jobs.October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
Note to Self: Dolores Huerta looks back on her fight for farm workers' rights
During Hispanic Heritage Month, labor activist Dolores Huerta reflects on her fight for farm workers' rights alongside Cesar Chavez in the 1960s and her ongoing work to help others.October 14 -
Top stories - BBC News
The Papers: 'Right time to buy into Britain' and university expenses
The papers lead on a variety of stories, including a business summit in the UK on Monday.October 14