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US Postal Service halts China parcels after Trump tariffs
Donald Trump has closed a loophole so low value parcels of goods such as clothing will now be taxed.BBC News - 1h -
Trump’s Takeover Plan for Gaza, and Postal Service Halts Packages From China
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German workers at carmaker VW meet for first time since deal on cuts
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US Postal Service suspends China packages as tariff war heats up
Donald Trump’s decision to put levies on lower-priced goods reverberates in world’s second-largest economyFinancial Times - 3h -
US Postal Service suspends parcels coming in from China and Hong Kong
Latest development in escalating trade war comes as Trump says he is in ‘no rush’ to speak with Xi. The US Postal Service has suspended incoming parcels from China and Hong Kong until further ...The Guardian - 3h -
Mom buys "bare minimum" at grocery story as tariffs threaten further price hikes
With grocery prices already more than 25% higher than five years ago, tariffs could spur increased costs for families already on a tight budget. Nancy Chen has more.CBS News - 13h -
U.S. Postal Service Reverses Decision to Halt Parcel Service From China
The Postal Service will continue to accept parcels from Hong Kong and China despite a new executive order that will require greater inspection of packages.The New York Times - 42m -
USAID workers placed on administrative leave 'until further notice'
Employees at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are being placed on administrative leave with pay "until further notice," according to letters reviewed by The Hill. Employees ...The Hill - 12h -
Japan inflation-adjusted wages rise in December on jump in bonuses
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U.S. Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China and Hong Kong
Tariffs on goods from China go into effectNBC News - 1d -
Judge Further Blocks White House Spending Freeze
The restraining order, along with a similar directive by another judge from Friday, amounted to a rebuke of the move as an overreach that likely lacked legitimate authority.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump is waging war against his own government
Trump is waging war against his own government, creating a deep sense of fear in the federal workforce — and recipients of federal aid.NBC News - 3d -
Wages and benefits for American workers see smallest gains in three years
The labor market is no longer a source of inflation pressures, but economists continue to watch the data closely.MarketWatch - 4d -
Trump's DEI policy threatens already thin share of women and minorities in STEM, workers say
While President Donald Trump’s executive orders have labeled DEI as “discriminatory,” several women who occupy STEM-related positions in the federal government slammed his directives.NBC News - 5d -
Postal Worker Stole Sports Memorabilia Worth $100,000, U.S. Says
A former sorting clerk at a post office in New Jersey later sold the items, including valuable Michael Jordan and Mickey Mantle trading cards, prosecutors said.The New York Times - 6d -
German police stage further raids in alleged immigration fraud scheme
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Postal workers across Germany hold one-day strike over wage demands
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Serco workers plan to strike over UK navy contract negotiations
Prospect union says proposed reductions to existing £1.2bn deal threaten Britain’s nuclear deterrentFinancial Times - Jan. 27 -
Fighting Alongside Russia, North Koreans Wage Their Own War
Ukrainian forces described a different kind of enemy, fighting with unfamiliar tactics and little option to retreat.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Google invests further $1bn in OpenAI rival Anthropic
Artificial intelligence group closes in on $60bn valuationFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Costco union representing 18,000 workers authorizes nationwide strike
The union said 85% of its members approved a work stoppage.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
Costco workers ready to strike on Feb. 1, Teamsters say
Costco Teamsters voted to authorize nationwide walkout by more than 18,000 workers over wages and benefits.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
With Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers Further Separate Themselves
The defending World Series champs just added the favorite to win the N.L. Rookie of the Year award and one of the best pitchers in the world.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
Stefanik wages Democratic charm offensive ahead of confirmation hearing
Senate Democrats appear to be warming up to Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), President-elect Trump’s combative and confrontational nominee for envoy to the United Nations, encouraged by commitments ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Trump Treasury secretary nominee won’t support raising minimum wage
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump’s Treasury secretary nominee, said Thursday that he would not support raising the minimum wage. Bessent, if confirmed, would not have the authority to raise ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Scott Bessent believes federal minimum wage should not be increased
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump's pick to serve as treasury secretary, told Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., that the minimum wage is "more of a statewide" issue and that he believes there should ...NBC News - Jan. 16 -
Eye Opener: High winds threaten to spread wildfires even further into California neighborhoods
Another day of fear and anxiety in Southern California as high winds threaten to spread deadly wildfires even further into neighborhoods. Also, a tense confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, ...CBS News - Jan. 15 -
Injuries further mar Packers' season-ending loss
The Packers' struggling offense combined with some shaky special teams to doom them again in Sunday's wild-card loss to the Eagles, with a quintet of injuries adding to their issues.ESPN - Jan. 13 -
LA wildfires: death toll rises to 24 as winds threaten further destruction
More than 1,800 structures destroyed as Eaton and Palisades fires still less than 30% contained. Wildfires live updates Key takeaways The death toll from the Eaton and Palisades fires ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
Is US inflation set to rise further?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - Jan. 12 -
Reeves 'to wage war on waste' and 'Nine-jobs Nigel'
"Growing disquiet" in the Labour Party and Nigel Farage's "side-hustles" lead Sunday's newspapers.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Thousands of Providence Health Workers Strike in Oregon
This is a MedPage Today story. Nearly 5,000 healthcare workers from Providence Health began a strike Friday morning, picketing all eight Providence hospitals in Oregon, after months of contract ...ABC News - Jan. 11 -
TikTok, Facing a US Ban, Is Also Waging Legal Battles Around the World
TikTok is challenging a possible ban or forced sale to new owners in the United States, but has for several years been waging other fights in at least 20 countries.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Park City Strike Ends With Increase in Wages for Ski Patrollers
The nearly two-week strike hobbled the largest U.S. ski resort during a busy holiday period and sparked online fury about deepening economic inequality in rural mountain areas.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Port Workers Could Strike Again if No Deal Is Reached on Automation
Cargo could stop flowing at East and Gulf Coast ports, which handle most imports, if a union and an employers’ group can’t agree on the use of machines that can operate without humans.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
German postal workers aim for 7% pay rise in new negotiations
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Experian accused of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes
A top watchdog agency for consumer finance has accused the credit rating company Experian of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. In an announcement Tuesday, the Consumer Financial ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
German Bionic unveils Apogee Ultra as a powerful exoskeleton for workers
German Bionic, a pioneer in robotic exoskeleton technology, unveiled its Apogee Ultra exoskeleton to help workers with hard physical jobs.VentureBeat - Jan. 7 -
Next blames clothes price rises on wage increases set out in Budget
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