WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits held steady last week, though continuing…
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Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes
NEW YORK — Jason LaCroix felt privileged to work from home, especially as a father to…
Chinese automaker BYD slams reports of poor conditions at a factory site in Brazil
BANGKOK — A spokesperson for Chinese automaker BYD has objected to reports about poor conditions at…
Starbucks strike expands, closes nearly 60 US stores
A five-day strike by Starbucks baristas had closed 59 stores as of Monday afternoon, according to…
Government funding difficulties create gloom for federal workers before Christmas
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Johnny Zuagar says he’s tried to hide his worries about a potential government…
VW wage deal for 120,000 German workers avoids layoffs, plant closures
FRANKFURT, Germany — Volkswagen and its employee representatives said Friday they have reached a wage deal…
Starbucks workers plan strikes that could spread to hundreds of US stores by Christmas Eve
Workers at Starbucks stores plan to go on a five-day strike starting Friday to protest lack…
Millions of people may get expanded Social Security benefits. Who are they and how would it happen?
ATLANTA — Nearly 3 million people could receive a boost in Social Security payments under legislation…
Senate report alleges Amazon rejected warehouse safety recommendations due to productivity concerns
At least two internal Amazon studies found a link between how quickly the online retailer’s warehouse…
Owner of thermometer factory gets probation for exposing workers to mercury
WEST BABYLON, N.Y. — The owner of a New York thermometer factory was sentenced Friday to…