Workers seeking a collective agreement from the automaker say they are pushing for their rights, but car owners see them as taking the fight too far.
Category: Labor and Jobs
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Holiday Spending Increased, Defying Fears of a Decline
While the pace of growth slowed, spending stayed strong because of robust job growth and strong wage gains.
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In 2024, More Old 401(k) Accounts Could Be Forced Into Rollovers
In 2024, more low-balance, forgotten 401(k)s and similar retirement plans could be forced into rollover accounts, which don’t benefit their owners. Here’s what to know.
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The ‘2024 Problem’: Japan Grapples With a Shortage of Truck Drivers
The country is moving to curb the industry’s punishing work hours. But that could leave a shortfall that disrupts Japan’s entire logistics system.
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Washington Post Reaches a Contract Deal With Its Newsroom Union
The tentative agreement would end 18 months of negotiations that included a one-day work stoppage.
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Whole Foods Wins Case About Black Lives Matter Apparel
An administrative judge ruled that the chain did not break the law by forbidding employees to wear apparel showing support for Black Lives Matter.
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Southwest Airlines Reaches Deal With Pilots Union
The new contract would provide raises and better benefits, following similar deals at other big airlines.
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What Social Trends Taught Us About the 2023 Economy
From girl dinners to ChatGPT, a look back at the trends that broke the internet and taught us about the American economy this year.
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West Hollywood Minimum Wage, Highest in U.S., Irks Merchants
In July, West Hollywood raised its minimum wage to $19.08 an hour, causing angst among those who own businesses.
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Is Jerome Powell’s Fed Pulling Off a Soft Landing?
It’s too soon to declare victory, but the economic outlook seems sunnier than it did a year ago, and many economists are predicting a surprising win.
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Microsoft Agrees to Remain Neutral in Union Campaigns
The pledge is unprecedented for Big Tech and makes it easier for roughly 100,000 workers to unionize.
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Mideast War Pushes Companies to Extend Diversity Programs to Faith Groups
Workers are asking employers to respond to rising Islamophobia and antisemitism. But office discussions about religion are complicated.