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Some incidents may be linked to North Korean IT workers infiltrating tech firms, according to research firm Chainalysis.

Some incidents may be linked to North Korean IT workers infiltrating tech firms, according to research firm Chainalysis.

BBC News - Business - 3 hours ago

Foreign worker visa program faces uncertainty in Trump's second term

Immigration lawyers warn about a return to stricter immigration policies resulting in fewer H-1B visas

Voice of America - World - 9 hours ago

Fire unions livid as funding for 9/11 health fund excluded from federal budget, funds in jeopardy

Fire unions and advocates are calling out congress for failing to secure the funding for the 9/11 victim’s healthcare program after their agreement to keep the government open.

New York Post - Politics - 10 hours ago

Amazon workers on Staten Island join nationwide strike against retailer amid busy holiday season

Workers from the JFK8 Fulfillment Center in Staten Island, which houses a staff of about 5,500, joined the picket lines.

New York Post - Business - 10 hours ago

Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed -- The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office. -- Dec 20

The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.

CBS News - Politics - 10 hours ago

Federal officials approve use of Eli Lilly obesity drug Zepbound for treating sleep apnea

The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the use of Eli Lilly medicine Zepbound, already prescribed for weight loss, as a treatment for sleep apnea in obese patients.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Deal spares federal workers before Christmas but there's concern about possible job cuts under Trump

Johnny Zuagar says he tried to hide his worries about a potential government shutdown from his three boys as he weighs how much to spend on Christmas presents.

AP News - Business - 13 hours ago

Trump picks David Fink to lead Federal Railroad Administration

The president-elect posts news about his latest cabinet choice on Truth Social

Voice of America - Politics - 15 hours ago

Irish-American DOT worker claims Italian bosses gave him the shaft - because he wasn't a paisan: suit

An Irish city Department of Transportation worker claims his Italian bosses and union leaders gave him the shaft after a gruesome workplace injury -- because he wasn't a paisan.

New York Post - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Federal Government Says Record 16.6 Million Enrolled in Affordable Care Act Coverage

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said this marks ‘the highest ever’ enrollment for Jan. 1, 2025, coverage.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Federal workers fed up with paycheck uncertainty surrounding shutdown fights

If funding lapses, many government employees and contractors will face uncertainty about their paychecks.

NBC News - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

Biden Secures Appointment of 235th Federal Judge, Surpassing Trump's Record

Democratic lawmakers have hailed it as ‘one of the biggest accomplishments of Senate Democrats.’

Epoch Times - US News - 19 hours ago

Biden issues likely last round of student debt forgiveness before leaving office -- The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office. -- Dec 20

The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.

CBS News - Business - 21 hours ago

Employers, workers wary about what 2nd Trump term will bring

After four years under Joe Biden, who enthusiastically called himself “the most pro-union president in American history,” employers and labor groups alike are heading into President-elect Donald Trump

The Columbian - Business - 21 hours ago

Delaware agrees to follow federal disability rights laws after complaints

Delaware has agreed to better enforce federal disability rights laws after a recent complaint claimed the state failed to provide medical equipment and

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Senate passes Social Security benefits increase for some public workers

The Social Security Fairness Act passed by a vote of 76-20 in the early hours of Saturday.

CNBC - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The Federal Reserve warned it would be cautious about more interest cuts in the face of inflation concerns.

The Federal Reserve warned it would be cautious about more interest cuts in the face of inflation concerns.

BBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Senate gives final approval to restore Social Security benefits to government workers

The Senate has given final passage to a bill to restore full Social Security benefits for an estimated 2.1 million government workers and retirees, several of whom told The Washington Times the fix w

Washington Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Amazon labor strike at multiple facilities continues with more NY workers to join— here's the latest

The Teamsters haven’t formally indicated when the actions will end, but union officials said the walkout would continue “as long as it takes.”

New York Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Amazon workers strike at multiple hubs over pay, work conditions

Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union continued a strike Friday at seven of the company's delivery hubs just days before Christmas. (AP Video: Joseph B.

AP News - US News - 1 day ago

Fox News Politics: Biden's Early Christmas Gift to Public Workers

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump transition, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Starbucks workers' union goes on strike in US cities

Workers complain of inadequate wages as inflation soars, and promise to escalate the strike.

Aljazeera - US News - 1 day ago

Amazon workers are striking at multiple facilities. Here's what you should know

Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union are on strike for a second day at seven of the company’s delivery hubs just days before Christmas.

AP News - Technology - 1 day ago

Starbucks responds to union demands as workers strike

Starbucks says the wage increases sought by its union employees are "not sustainable," pushing back against demands as workers at the coffee giant strike.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

How Luigi Mangione's notebook helped federal prosecutors build their case and what's next as he faces mounting charges

It was writings laid bare in a notebook found in Luigi Mangione’s possession, authorities say, that would help investigators build the federal case against him – a well-planned homicide that involved stalking the movements of his alleged victim, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

CTV News - World - 1 day ago

Starbucks workers begin strikes that could spread to hundreds of U.S. stores by Christmas Eve

Workers at Starbucks stores began a five-day strike Friday to protest lack of progress in contract negotiations with the company.

CTV News - Business - 1 day ago

Starbucks Workers Strike In 3 Cities And Say To Expect More

A union representing workers at over 500 stores is closing in on a deal with the coffee chain, but the two sides are at odds over pay.

Huffington Post - Business - 1 day ago

Murder and Terrorism Charges Brought Against Iranian Officer in 2022 Killing of American in Iraq -- Federal authorities in New York City said Mohammad Reza Nouri, a captain in Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, has been...

Federal authorities in New York City said Mohammad Reza Nouri, a captain in Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, has been charged in Manhattan federal court with multiple terrorism and murder-related charges.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Chicago Starbucks workers strike causes some store closures

The strike is affecting Starbucks in three cities — Chicago, Seattle and Los Angeles — and could spread.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 1 day ago

U.S. Federal Reserve policy-makers prepare the ground for rate-cut pause next year

Fed policy-maker projections released on Wednesday showed most see two quarter-percentage-point rate cuts in 2025

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 day ago

Starbucks workers strike ahead of Christmas rush

The strike that starts Friday may spread to hundreds of stores by Christmas Eve.

New York Post - Business - 1 day ago

Starbucks workers plan strikes that could spread to hundreds of US stores by Christmas Eve

The strikes are scheduled to begin in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle and could spread to hundreds of stores across the country by Christmas Eve.

Boston Globe - Business - 1 day ago

Starbucks baristas launch strike in US, union says -- It follows calls from the Workers United union for higher pay and better conditions for Starbucks baristas.

It follows calls from the Workers United union for higher pay and better conditions for Starbucks baristas.

BBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Starbucks workers' union set to strike in US cities as talks hit impasse

The workers' union representing over 10,000 baristas at Starbucks said its members will strike, citing unresolved issues over wages, staffing and schedules.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Biden OKs another $4.28B in student debt relief for public service workers

President Biden signed off on yet another student debt forgiveness package Friday, giving $4.28 billion to nearly 55,000 public service workers.

New York Post - Politics - 1 day ago

One in four PAYE workers are overpaying tax. Can you claim money you're owed?

Revenue figures show roughly one in four PAYE worker is overpaying tax, mostly by failing to claim reliefs to which they are entitled

Irish Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

How Trump can spark a new era of worker freedom and productivity

By ditching outdated mandates and championing the many benefits of flexible work, President-elect Donald Trump can unleash American productivity and prosperity.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Federal Government Cancels $4.28 Billion in Student Loan Debt

The federal government also approved $16.2 billion in relief for nearly 572,000 borrowers with a total and permanent disability.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Man accused in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing faces federal charge, eligible for death penalty

Man accused in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing faces federal charge, eligible for death penalty

Washington Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Before leaving office, Biden should commute the sentences of federal death row inmates

Without clemency, those on federal death row remain at risk of execution under the incoming Trump administration, in a system rife with racial bias and other serious flaws, the head of the National Urban League writes.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

Postal Service worker accused of swiping cash, coins and $281,000 worth of checks from the mail

A U.S. Postal Service worker from Compton was arrested on suspicion of swiping more than 20 checks from the mail and depositing $281,000 into various bank accounts under her name, authorities said.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Luigi Mangione extradited to New York to face federal murder, stalking charges -- News -- |

The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is being charged with federal murder and stalking crimes, according to a court document filed on Thursday, alongside state murder and terrorism charges previously announced by New York prosecutors.

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Starbucks workers to start US strike on Friday: union

Los Angeles, United States: Workers at Starbucks will walk off the job Friday in three US cities in a strike their union threatened could spread aroun...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Respect all public sector workers with a fair wage

Sydney’s rail network will be strangled by industrial action in the lead-up to New Year after the NSW government failed to strike a pay deal with the Rail Tram and Bus Union.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240K members

SRP Federal Credit Union had a major data breach impacting more than 240,000 people.

New York Post - Technology - 2 days ago

Amazon workers strike at seven U.S. locations, alleging unfair treatment -- News -- - -- Business -- |

Amazon.com workers at seven U.S. facilities walked off the job early on Thursday during the holiday shopping rush as workers protest what they say is the retailing giant's unfair treatment of its employees.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Technology - Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban - The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more. Dec 18 - 01:31

The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

A Federal Judge Just Issued A 'Frightening' Warning About 1 Of Trump's Plans

A federal judge who oversaw the seditious conspiracy trial of Oath Keepers led by Stewart Rhodes issued a bleak warning.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Holiday shopping disruptions as Amazon faces largest worker strike ever

ALBAWABA - Workers at seven Amazon locations in Georgia, California, Illinois, and New York went on strike Thursday, calling demands for better pay, ben

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

Canada Post says workers to return Tuesday after labour board ruling - News - Canada - British Columbia - | December 17 - |

Canada Post says operations will resume on Tuesday after the Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered a return to work.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Amazon workers strike across seven facilities at peak of holiday shopping season

Amazon workers at seven facilities in New York, Georgia, California and Illinois went on strike Thursday.

CNBC - Technology - 2 days ago

Federal officials' authority to track and disable drones set to expire

Suspected drone sightings in the eastern U.S. are continuing to captivate many, but the federal government's authority to track and disable any threatening unmanned aircraft is set to expire after Friday.

AP News - Technology - 2 days ago

Luigi Mangione hit with federal murder, stalking charges in UnitedHealthcare killing

Luigi Mangione is charged with first-degree murder and other counts in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Amazon workers strike at seven U.S. facilities ahead of Christmas rush

Amazon workers at seven U.S. facilities walked off the job early on Dec. 19 during the holiday shopping rush, aiming to pressure the retailer into contract talks with their union.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 2 days ago

Amazon workers start strike action

The trade union International Brotherhood of Teamsters said workers at seven Amazon facilities will begin strikes after the company missed a deadline for contract negotiations.

Sky News - Business - 2 days ago

U.S. Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by another quarter point -- News -- - -- Business -- |

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday by a quarter-point — its third cut this year — but also signalled that it expects to reduce rates next year more slowly than previously thought, with inflation still well above the central bank's two per cent target.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Prime Grinch: Amazon Workers Stage Strikes During Height of Christmas Rush

Teamsters union members went on strike at seven Amazon facilities in four states Thursday morning, demanding better wages and benefits amidst the company's soaring profits. The strike was timed for the height of the Christmas rush, as consumers around the country turn to the e-commerce giant to secure last minute gifts — which now may not arrive on time.

Breitbart - Technology - 2 days ago

Amazon faces holiday strike after refusing to bargain with warehouse workers

Amazon downplaying what workers declared is “largest strike” ever in the US.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240,000 members

A credit union with over 240,000 members recently revealed it was targeted by cybercriminals, resulting in a data breach that was part of a two-month attack by hackers.

Fox News - Technology - 2 days ago

Harland & Wolff deal a 'Christmas present' for Scots workers, says Murray

He said the Navantia takeover deal will secure jobs at two Scottish yards, and could lead to hundreds of new roles.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Amazon workers in US strike days before Christmas

New York: Thousands of workers at Amazon facilities across the United States went on strike Thursday, the Teamsters Union said, halting work at the he...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities as Teamsters seek labor contract

Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The union said that the workers are joining the picket line Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.

AP News - Technology - 2 days ago

Federal prosecutors considering charges against Luigi Mangione in insurance CEO's death

If there are federal charges, the charges filed by the Manhattan district attorney’s office would have priority, two sources familiar with the matter said.

CNBC - US News - 3 days ago

Amazon workers across US to go on strike this week, days before Christmas rush

The strike comes amid escalating tensions between Amazon and its employees over the company’s refusal to negotiate contracts with unionised workers. Union locals have been organising picket lines and other actions outside Amazon facilities nationwide

First Post - Technology - 3 days ago

Women make up 61% of Qatar's registered health workers, 37% of doctors

Doha: Qatar s health and care sector stands as the largest employer of women in the country, with women representing 61% of the total registered healt...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 3 days ago

Federal Reserve lowers interest rates but signals fewer cuts by 2025

The US Federal Reserve reduced interest rates on Wednesday, with Chair Jerome Powell stating that further reductions will depend on progress in curbing persistently high inflation. Powell's...

International The News - Business - 3 days ago

Amazon's RTO delays exemplify why workers get so mad about mandates

Amazon lacks space to accommodate its entire workforce.

Ars Technica - Technology - 3 days ago

US Federal Reserve cuts rates by quarter point

Washington: The Federal Reserve (the US central bank) on Wednesday cut its key overnight interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to a range o...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Biden Should Fulfill Promise To Commute Federal Death Sentences | Opinion

Will President Joe Biden commute all federal death sentences or will he break another campaign promise before leaving office in January?

Newsweek - Opinion - 3 days ago

'A Christmas Story' house staff issue surprising plea to fans after film-worthy worker error

An employee at the “A Christmas Story” home in Ohio lost his wedding ring while packing leg lamps and other merch meant for fans of Jean Shepherd’s sensational 1983 holiday comedy.

New York Post - Weird - 3 days ago

Congress grapples with calls for more federal regulations on sports betting

The head of the NCAA on Tuesday urged Congress to pass a ban on player-specific prop bets in college athletics, saying it would help protect student-athletes from harassment and the pressure of fixing

Washington Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Starbucks workers union authorizes potential US strike

The workers union representing Starbucks baristas said they have authorized a potential strike, ahead of this year's final round of bargaining talks.

One America News Network - Business - 4 days ago

Federal deficit balloons to $61.9B as government tables economic update on chaotic day in Ottawa -- Catharine Tunney -- News -- - -- Politics

The federal government tabled a fall economic statement Monday that calls for more than $20 billion in new spending and explains how last fiscal year's deficit ballooned to $61.9 billion — but it was Chrystia Freeland's abrupt resignation as finance minister and her questioning of her own government's economic policy that sent Canadian politics into a frenzy.

CBC News - Business - 5 days ago

Bitcoin hits new high after Trump confirms BTC federal reserve plan

Latest crypto record pushes bitcoin’s market cap above $2 trillion

Independent UK - Technology - 6 days ago

Asking for a Friend Christmas special: I regret kissing a coworker at the work party, and should I ask my ex out while home for Christmas?

With the festive season approaching, our resident relationship expert gives advice to four readers struggling with a Christmas-related issue...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Retailers accused of recruiting workers without rights over Christmas

Major brands allegedly drafting in ‘freelance’ shop assistants through gig apps for busy festive season

Independent UK - Business - 6 days ago

Disneyland agrees to state's largest wage theft settlement of $233 million with its workers

Walt Disney Co. agreed to settle a wage theft class-action lawsuit for $233 million brought about by Disneyland workers five years earlier.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 6 days ago

Trump will need to hire new federal workers for trade war, former Cabinet member says

A new tariff regime would likely require some degree of more government employees, even as the Trump administration aims to slash the federal bureaucracy.

Washington Examiner - Business - 9 days ago

UN digital program seeks to empower Africa's public workers

The program aims to improve the digital skills of some 100,000 government employees

Voice of America - Technology - 11 days ago

Federal appeals court upholds law that could ban TikTok in U.S.

A federal appeals court upheld a law that requires ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, to sell the popular video app in the U.S. But the company is expected to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. NBC News' Savannah Sellers reports.

NBC News - Technology - 15 days ago

USDA orders national milk testing to monitor bird flu in dairy herds -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing a new federal order requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples nationwide to be collected and tested.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing a new federal order requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples nationwide to be collected and tested.

CBS News - Health - 15 days ago

Federal appeals court upholds TikTok ban

A panel of federal judges voted unanimously to uphold a law that could ban TikTok in the United States if the app's Chinese parent company does not sell to an American owner. NBC News' Savannah Sellers looks at what could happen next with an incoming Trump administration.

NBC News - Technology - 15 days ago

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Law Requiring Sale Or Ban Of TikTok In U.S.

The law could lead to a ban on TikTok in a few short months, handing a resounding defeat to the popular social media platform.

Huffington Post - Business - 15 days ago

Thousands of Volkswagen workers go on strike across Germany

WV employees walk out in protest of company plans to close German factories and drastically reduce workforce

Russia Today - Business - 19 days ago

Why are Amazon workers striking on Black Friday?

Organisers say strikes and protests are ‘global act of resistance against Amazon’s abuse of power’

Independent UK - Technology - 23 days ago

Giuliani Lashes Out In Manhattan Federal Court: 'I Have No Cash'

The judge admonished the former NYC mayor for not paying the $148 million defamation judgment he owes two Georgia election workers

International Business Times - US News - 24 days ago

Kroger And Albertsons Accused Of Colluding To Keep Workers' Pay Down

The lawsuit claims the supermarket giants reached a deal not to poach striking workers in order to reduce the union's negotiating leverage.

Huffington Post - Business - 25 days ago

Amazon workers to strike on Black Friday

Organisers claim ‘Amazon’s relentless pursuit of profit comes at a cost to workers, the environment and democracy’

Independent UK - Technology - 26 days ago

Boeing Strike Ends After 53 Days As Workers Accept Contract

The deal includes a 38% raise for employees over four years, as well as a higher 401(k) contribution and a $7,000 ratification bonus.

Huffington Post - Business - 1 month ago

With a $26 hourly wage, Well-Paid Maids wants to inspire other companies to pay workers more

The cleaning service company launched in Chicago in September — its first Midwest expansion beyond the Washington, D.C., area and New York — and business has been strong.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 2 months ago

Google backed Israel's military. Now its workers are in revolt

Dozens of workers have been sacked by the tech giant for speaking up for Palestinians against Project Nimbus - but others say they won’t be silenced

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Heritage Foundation Staffers Flood Federal Agencies With Thousands of Information Requests

The conservative think tank has filed thousands of public-information requests, clogging the pipeline at federal agencies in an apparent attempt to find employees a potential Trump administration would want to purge.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 months ago

Did a Georgia Hospital Break Federal Law When It Failed to Save Amber Thurman? A Senate Committee Chair Wants Answers.

Thurman died after waiting 20 hours for emergency care under the state’s abortion ban. Sen. Ron Wyden demanded records his committee could review to determine whether the hospital violated the law. “It’s not even a question,” one expert said.

ProPublica - Health - 2 months ago

Ultra Processed | Food Tech & the American Diet -- Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult's diet and two-thirds of a child's. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult’s diet and two-thirds of a child’s. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

CBS News - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Nike Shareholders Want to Force Actions on Environmental and Worker Protections. They Face Long Odds.

At their annual meeting, Nike investors will decide on proposals about the company’s approach to climate change, gender equity and labor rights. If history is any guide, none of them will pass.

ProPublica - Environment - 3 months ago

The Federal Government Just Acknowledged the Harm Its Dams Have Caused Tribes. Here's What It Left Out.

The Biden administration said officials historically gave “little, if any, consideration” to impacts on tribal fishing. But some sought deliberately to upend the harvest, according to documents obtained by ProPublica and Oregon Public Broadcasting.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 months ago

Federal Patient Privacy Law Does Not Cover Most Period-Tracking Apps

A patient privacy law known as HIPAA, passed in 1996, hasn’t kept pace with new technologies and at-home tests.

ProPublica - Technology - 2 years ago