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What Happens When America's Economic Compass Goes Dark

The October 2025 jobs report won't be published due to the government shutdown, creating an unprecedented data gap. Here's why this matters for workers, businesses, and the economy.

November 19, 2025Read Article

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Novartis Building Massive North Carolina Manufacturing Hub, Creating 700 Direct Jobs by 2030

Pharmaceutical giant Novartis just announced plans to build a flagship manufacturing hub in North Carolina's Research Triangle, creating 700 direct jobs and over 3,000 indirect supply chain positions by 2030.

November 19, 2025Read Article

Japan

Companies in Japan Ditch Dress Codes to Win Workers in Historic Labor Crunch

Facing Japan's worst labor shortage in decades, companies are abandoning strict dress codes on hair color, nail polish, and accessories. This cultural shift reveals how worker power is reshaping traditional Japanese business practices.

November 18, 2025Read Article

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What New Zealand's Uber Ruling Means for Platform Workers Worldwide

New Zealand's Supreme Court ruled Uber drivers are employees, not contractors. This landmark decision could reshape the global gig economy and redefine worker rights on digital platforms.

November 18, 2025Read Article

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The Rise of Polyworking: Why More Americans Are Juggling Multiple Jobs to Make Ends Meet

Stagnant wages and inflation are driving workers to "polyworking"—juggling 2-4 jobs simultaneously. Learn why this trend is reshaping the American workforce and what it means for your career.

November 17, 2025Read Article

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Amazon Warehouse Workers Sue Over "Punitive" Disability Accommodation System That Threatens Jobs

Amazon, America's second-largest private employer, is facing a proposed class action lawsuit alleging it punishes warehouse workers with disabilities for seeking legally required accommodations.

November 13, 2025Read Article

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Starbucks Workers Strike as Turnaround Strategy Collides With Labor Reality

Starbucks baristas at over 600 unionized stores are walking out in at least 25 cities, demanding better pay and staffing as the company's ambitious turnaround strategy adds to their workload.

November 12, 2025Read Article

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Weekly U.S. Job Cuts Exceed 11,000 as Labor Market Weakens Through October

New real-time data from ADP reveals U.S. companies were cutting more than 11,000 jobs per week through late October, signaling a cooling labor market that's catching the Federal Reserve's attention.

November 12, 2025Read Article

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Flight Cancellations Spike as Air Traffic Controller Shortage Deepens During Government Shutdown

The ongoing federal shutdown has created a cascading crisis in U.S. air travel, with thousands of flights canceled as air traffic controllers work without pay—or don't show up at all.

November 10, 2025Read Article

Salary

Walmart Introduces Performance Based Pay Raises

Walmart shifts to performance-based raises up to 5% for over 500,000 hourly workers, tying pay increases to reliability, store performance, and everyday actions instead of tenure alone.

October 27, 2025Read Article

Salary

Veterans Get 2.8 Percent Pay Raise in 2026

Veterans and military retirees receive 2.8 percent COLA increase in 2026 affecting disability compensation and retirement pay starting December 2025 tags: news, veterans, government, compensation, benefits

October 27, 2025Read Article

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India Seeks Global Rules on Pilot Poaching

India appeals to ICAO for international hiring regulations as Gulf airlines recruit Indian pilots and engineers, but proposal faces pushback over labor rights and free market concerns.

October 23, 2025Read Article

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