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Starbucks Reportedly Plans to Deny Union Workers New Paid Leave Benefits
An internal memo states specifically that the company will attempt to exclude unionized workers from an improved policy.
Google and Amazon Workers Demand End to Contract That Fuels Israeli Apartheid
"We are ... sending a clear message that we do not want our labor to power violence,” one Amazon worker said.
Abortion Bans Could Jeopardize Cancer Treatment for Pregnant Patients
Although abortion bans often allow exceptions in “medical emergencies," doctors say the legal terms are unclear.
Mexican Americans and Immigrants Are Fighting to Change San Diego’s Zoning Laws
The residents of Barrio Logan have faced decades of environmental injustice and racism.
Fall of “Roe” Caused Unemployment for Some Clinic Workers, Overwork for Others
Abortion clinic workers say they are facing a multifaceted labor crisis precipitated by the abortion access crisis.
Chile Refuses Israeli Ambassador Over Murder of Palestinian Teen
Israeli occupation forces fatally shot 17-year-old Odai Trad Salah in the head during a Thursday morning raid.
Oil Companies Claim They’re Going Green — But Their Investments Show Otherwise
Researchers found that major oil companies spent an estimated $750 million last year promoting a climate-friendly image.
Book-Banning Attempts in US Have Reached Unprecedented Level, Libraries Report
Book challenges have mainly focused on titles that center Black or LGBTQ characters.
Lawmakers Call for Federal Probe of DeSantis Over “Cruel” Migrant Stunt
DeSantis used COVID-19 relief funds “to score political points by exploiting vulnerable immigrants,” the lawmakers said.
Video Shows Marjorie Taylor Greene Kicking a Teen Activist
The Georgia Republican congresswoman didn't apologize and later shared the video of her kicking the teen on Twitter.