#labor-issues

#labor-issues

L.A. City Council's wage increase plan for airport and hotel workers faces opposition due to potential industry damage amid declining tourism.

Newark Liberty Airport faced significant flight delays and cancellations due to air traffic controller communication failures caused by equipment issues.

Ryan Coogler reflects on personal loss and labor challenges while creating his film 'Sinners', emphasizing the importance of family and community.

Strong financial backing helped a lesser-known candidate win a special election over a prominent figure.

Recent minimum wage increase has benefited fast food workers' lives despite mixed job market data.

Omar Torres, a local politician, faced legal issues due to past sexual assault allegations.

MLB's claims about financial struggles are often misleading and serve specific agendas.

Lira's film highlights the critical role of immigrant farm workers in the U.S. economy amidst tightening border restrictions.

Coal miners in Alaska face workforce challenges amid calls for revitalizing unsustainable practices with 'clean coal' projects.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground reporting to cover critical social issues and challenges.

The shipbuilding industry is facing severe workforce problems impacting US Navy readiness, highlighting the need for competitive wages and improved working conditions.

Liu Chunyan's experience highlights the challenging conditions faced by food delivery workers in a contracting Chinese economy.

AI technology relies heavily on extensive databases curated by underpaid data workers.

Sen. Bernie Sanders criticizes the H-1B visa system, arguing it exploits foreign workers and undermines American jobs.

Late payments and poor working conditions plague Musk-backed canvassers, raising serious concerns about labor practices and accountability.

Boeing's $19 billion share sale is aimed at improving liquidity and preventing a credit downgrade amid ongoing operational challenges.

Work is romanticized, obscuring labor exploitation and evolving class dynamics.

The working class is now heavily influenced by immigrant labor, not just traditional definitions.

Politicians often use class identities to mislead voters regarding their true socioeconomic status.

Kaiser Permanente mental health workers are striking for better conditions and equality across different regions after previous commitments to Northern California workers.

Working at TCGplayer involves significant physical strain, leading to health issues for employees as they inspect thousands of trading cards each week.

Stanford is replacing experienced lecturers in creative writing with new hires under short-term contracts, undermining the program's quality and history.

Footballers struggle to unite for collective action primarily due to lack of organization, common cause, and urgency.

Hotel owners and restaurant owners are against a bill transferring hiring power to hotels in NYC, sparking opposition and outrage.

The bill, sponsored by 26 City Council members, would require hotels to renew annual licenses, potentially influenced by the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council.