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150 Starbucks Employees Walk off The Job over Pride Decorations

150 Starbucks Employees Walk off The Job over Pride Decorations

A dispute over the coffee chain's policy regarding Pride decorations in stores led to a strike by employees at about 150 unionized Starbucks locations in the United States on Friday. According to Starbucks (SBUX) Workers

Bill Targets Supply Chain Issues from West Coast Port Work Slowdowns

Bill Targets Supply Chain Issues from West Coast Port Work Slowdowns

There have been major interruptions to trade and economic stability as a result of the recent International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) work slowdowns at West Coast ports. Jim Risch, a Republican senator from Idaho,

As Labour Force Expands, Unemployment Rises

As Labour Force Expands, Unemployment Rises

The number of people employed or looking for work increased by more than 1,000 between April and May, causing the unemployment rate in Northeast Michigan to nudge higher. In May, the unemployment rate in Alpena,

South Korea’s first in-depth inquiry into forced labour practices in the North

South Korea’s first in-depth inquiry into forced labour practices in the North

South Korea plans to use interviews with defectors who have arrived in the country over the past five years to carry out its first in-depth inquiry into forced labour practices in the North, people familiar

Uber Layoffs: More Than 200 HRs Are Out!

Uber Layoffs: More Than 200 HRs Are Out!

The major ride-sharing company Uber Technologies revealed on June 21 its intention to eliminate 200 jobs from its recruitment division. This tactical choice is a component of Uber's ongoing initiatives to reduce costs and maintain

In June quarter, hiring fell to a 2-year low- Report

In June quarter, hiring fell to a 2-year low- Report

In the June quarter, hiring by India Inc. fell to a two-year low, even falling to lows of early 2020 for some recruitment firms when the nation was struck by the pandemic's first wave. There

Turkey Raises Monthly Minimum Wage by 34% due to Soaring Inflation

Turkey Raises Monthly Minimum Wage by 34% due to Soaring Inflation

To combat the nation's growing inflation, the Turkish government has proposed a considerable hike in the monthly minimum wage. The increase of 34% will take effect on July 1 and elevate the net minimum wage

EU’s Emerging AI Act Neglects Workers’ Rights

EU’s Emerging AI Act Neglects Workers’ Rights

The Artificial Intelligence Act, a revolutionary set of rules governing AI-based goods and services, was recently given the support of the European Parliament. Trade unions contend that the legislation falls short in protecting workers who

In Singapore: Biggest Round of Layoffs Since Pandemic

In Singapore: Biggest Round of Layoffs Since Pandemic

The largest round of layoffs since Grab Holdings Ltd. is planning the pandemic as the internet company prepares for fiercer competition in Southeast Asia's ride-hailing and food delivery markets. The layoffs are expected to surpass

Shocking Revelations: Indonesian Official’s Estate Unveils Slave Labor and Human Rights Abuses

Shocking Revelations: Indonesian Official’s Estate Unveils Slave Labor and Human Rights Abuses

Anti-corruption detectives stumbled onto a huge farm in North Sumatra that housed 65 men imprisoned in cages, exposing the horrible underbelly of corruption and human rights abuses in Indonesia. The hostages, who were initially mistaken