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Swiss Voters Approve Pension Boost While Rejecting Raise to Retirement Age
The measure will see pensioners receive an extra payment every November.
IRS Pursues 125,000 Non-Filing Cases in Crackdown on Wealthy Tax Evaders
The IRS chief said there was a “tax gap” of over $150 billion each year that the wealthy owe but do not pay.
Union, Starbucks Agree on “Foundational Framework” for Contract Negotiations
The framework reportedly includes an agreement for a universal contract for all unionized stores.
Biden Peddles the Myth That Spending More on Weapons Is Good for the Economy
The Pentagon’s annual budget is more than 20 times what the US now invests per year to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
2023 Had More Major Work Stoppages Than Any Year Since 2000, BLS Finds
Over 450,000 workers were involved in major stoppages in 2023, nearly triple 2022’s cohort of workers who striked.
Starbucks Union Unveils Largest 1-Day Filing With 21 Stores Joining Effort
Nearly 500 Starbucks stores have filed for union representation so far.
Six Years Into Rent Strike, Tenants Union Will Battle Landlord in LA Court
The Hillside Villa Tenants Association is engaged in one of the longest rent strikes in the history of Los Angeles.
In “Direct Attack” on Labor Movement, Amazon Claims NLRB Is Unconstitutional
Amazon's recent court filing suggests that it is seeking to dismantle the federal agency tasked with protecting workers.
Utah Legislature Votes to Uphold Subminimum Wage for Disabled Workers
Disabled people across the country face discrimination, poor treatment and subminimum wages in the workplace.
Costco Says It’s Not Anti-Union. Unionized Workers Are Putting That to the Test.
Costco bosses basked in praise for making union friendly statements but have yet to commit to bargain in good faith.