CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

โŒ•
Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
50 stories
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Why was the inclusion of primary contractor unions in the negotiation window integration omitted from the Yellow Envelope Act manual?

The South Korean government has implemented a new labor law requiring primary contractors to negotiate with subcontractor unions, yet the inclusion of primary contractor unions in this process has been omitted from the official manual.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Milei's labor reform is approved by the Senate

The Argentine Senate approved President Javier Milei's labor reform proposal with 42 votes in favor, amidst significant tensions and opposition from unions.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Akava: Membership decreased - The government's controversial decision is having an impact

Akava reported a slight decrease in membership numbers in 2025, attributed in part to recent government decisions affecting membership incentives.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Workers say 'I like unions, I just don't like my union' โ€” here's what they're discovering

Many American workers express a paradoxical sentiment of supporting unions overall while feeling dissatisfied with their specific union experiences.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Transportation workers strike across Germany for the second time this year

Workers in Germany's public transportation sector are engaging in strikes for the second time this year, affecting services across cities nationwide.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜More exploitation, fewer rightsโ€™: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws

Argentina's government prepares to pass a comprehensive reform of labor laws aimed at reducing union power and labor costs amid criticisms from opponents who argue it will worsen employment conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government announces manual for the Yellow Envelope Law: 'Separate negotiations for primary and subcontractor unions'

The South Korean government has released a manual stating that under the new Yellow Envelope Law, subcontractor unions will negotiate separately from primary contractor unions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Argentina has a new strike on the day of discussion about lowering the age of criminal responsibility and labor reform in Congress

In Argentina, unions are orchestrating a strike coinciding with congressional discussions on significant proposals from President Javier Milei.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What time is the strike with mobilization of some unions at the Congress, this Friday, February 27

A national strike organized by several unions will take place in Argentina on February 27 to protest against labor reforms being discussed in the Senate.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How subways, trains and buses will operate during the protests against labor reform this Friday, February 27

Workers' unions in Argentina are planning a strike and mobilization against labor reform, raising concerns about the impact on public transport services.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is there a strike tomorrow, Friday, February 27?

The United Unions Front has called for a national strike and mobilization to Congress on February 27 to protest a labor reform being discussed in the Senate.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Will there be a general strike this Friday, February 27?

The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) confirmed its action plan against labor reform, but stated there will be no general strike on February 27 despite some unions planning to mobilize.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Wage arrears: Labour issues Friday ultimatum to FG

Nigerian organized labor has given the Federal Government a deadline to settle outstanding wage arrears owed to public service workers, warning of potential action if demands are unmet.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is there a strike on Friday, February 27?

Trade unions have called for a nationwide strike on February 27 coinciding with discussions of labor reform legislation in the Argentine Congress.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Last-minute demand from the trade union movement to the government โ€“ The draft law must be withdrawn

Trade union confederations in Finland demand the withdrawal of a government proposal regarding the conditions of fixed-term employment contracts, citing inadequate preparation and problematic interpretations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Strike on Friday, February 27: these are the unions that join the mobilization called

On February 27, a national strike is set to occur in Argentina, organized by the United Trade Union Front in response to proposed labor reforms.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The six years of Yolanda Dรญaz at the head of the Ministry of Labor: from the collapse of temporality to the increases in the minimum wage

Yolanda Dรญaz has led the Ministry of Labor in Spain for six years, achieving significant agreements with labor unions but facing challenges such as the failure to pass a law on reducing work hours.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A shocking figure revealed - The knockout came immediately: 'Finland's economy cannot bear it'

Finnish labor organizations express concern over significant required adjustments to the national economy due to a new report on debt regulations, predicting a severe fiscal tightening in coming years.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Competition for the Relocation of the Gwacheon Racecourse Amid Opposition

Gwacheon residents and labor unions are protesting against plans to relocate the local racecourse, as other cities engage in competition to host it.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Kicillof arrives at the Buenos Aires Legislative Assembly with a strike declared by allied unions and a dispute in the PJ over the line of succession

Governor Axel Kicillof faces potential strikes from various unions as he prepares for the Buenos Aires Legislative Assembly amid pressures regarding succession in the provincial leadership.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Negotiations: due to the decline in wages, unions and companies are closing shorter agreements and pressing on inflation

Negotiations in Argentina are shifting towards shorter agreements due to rising inflation and declining wages.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

PIP Reform: A Strong, Unified Voice from Trade Unions and Employers

The article discusses the collaboration between trade unions and employers in advocating for reforms within the Polish National Labor Inspectorate (PIP).

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scandal in the UOM: The union handed over the management of the millions collected from its members to La Cรกmpora

The UOM union in Argentina is embroiled in controversy after ceding control of its members' contributions to La Cรกmpora amidst allegations of mismanagement and lack of transparency.

Feb 22 โ€ข 21:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Criticism from trade union leaders to the Family House

Bjรถrn Brynjรบlfur Bjรถrnsson of the Business Council defends his organization's report on sick leave rights against criticism from trade union officials.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A reform that does not threaten union power

The labor reform in Argentina is criticized for being insufficient and failing to challenge union power significantly, maintaining existing funding mechanisms for unions.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ali Baba and the 28 Senators

The article discusses Argentina's labor reform, highlighting its preservation of compulsory financial contributions to unions despite government claims of facilitating business competitiveness.

Feb 22 โ€ข 03:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Milei's Challenge is the Zoo

Javier Milei's administration in Argentina faces political shifts as economic challenges, including the closure of a major tire factory affecting 920 workers, highlight broader employment issues.

Feb 21 โ€ข 22:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Questions about a labor reform clouded with suspicions

Javier Milei is close to approving a hastily debated labor law that has raised concerns over its transparency and implications.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

In Argentina, deputies approve labor reform proposed by Javier Milei's government

The Argentine Chamber of Deputies has approved a labor reform proposal from President Javier Milei, which promises significant changes to the country's labor laws amid protests from labor unions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Argentina: Milei's Reform Finds Parliamentary Majority Despite General Strikes

The Argentine lower house has passed a controversial labor market reform supported by President Javier Milei, despite national strikes by unions protesting the changes.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Milei's overhaul of labor law advances in Congress as unions strike in protest

The Argentine Congress is advancing President Milei's proposal to overhaul labor laws, which has led to strikes from unions opposing the changes.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Argentina: Controversial reform adopted

The Argentine Congress's lower house has approved a controversial labor reform proposal supported by President Javier Milei, which has faced significant opposition from trade unions.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Chamber of Deputies of Argentina approves Milei's labor reform and sends it to the Senate

Argentina's Chamber of Deputies has passed a controversial labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei, which is now set for Senate approval after debates and a general strike by unions.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Abolish performance pay cap" Samsung Electronics union, wage negotiations break down

Samsung Electronics faces challenges in wage negotiations this year as unions fail to reach an agreement on performance pay levels.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] โ€˜Opposition to Slave-like Labor Reformโ€™โ€ฆ Argentine Labor Movement Protests

Protests against Argentine President Javier Milei's proposed labor reform aimed at boosting investment and economic recovery have erupted in Buenos Aires, with labor unions claiming it undermines worker rights.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Successful general strike of the Peronist unions and the left against Milei

A general strike led by Peronist unions, supported by the left, successfully paralyzed public transport in Buenos Aires to protest against Javier Milei's government.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Automobile production in Argentina stalled while importers operated normally during the general strike

A general strike in Argentina halted local automobile production as key unions joined in, while vehicle importers continued their operations unaffected.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Adorni Criticized the CGT in the Early Hours of the Strike

The Chief of Cabinet, Manuel Adorni, criticized the labor union CGT during a national strike in Argentina, claiming their actions are detrimental to workers' freedoms.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The images of the general strike against labor reform

A general strike against labor reform in Argentina is accompanied by significant transportation disruptions as illustrated in various images.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Nicki Nicole Rescheduled Her Show at Colรณn Due to the General Strike: When Is the New Date and What Happens to the Tickets

Nicki Nicole postponed her sold-out show at the Teatro Colรณn due to a general strike organized by labor unions in Argentina.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Which unions are joining the general strike today, February 19

Different key unions confirmed their participation in a general strike called by the CGT against labor reform.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What hours will Dota buses operate during the general strike this Thursday, February 19?

Dota buses in Argentina will operate as usual on February 19 despite a national strike led by labor unions protesting a labor reform bill.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"It reveals a resistance to change": the chamber grouping agro-exporting companies criticized the national strike and warned about the economic impact

The agro-exporting companies' chamber in Argentina criticized the national strike organized by labor unions against proposed labor reforms, warning of the economic repercussions for the country's key export sector.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Unions paralyze Argentina with a strike against Milei's labor reform

Unions in Argentina have launched a 24-hour general strike against President Javier Milei's labor reform, causing significant disruptions across the country.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A controversial decision, China with free rein and a union that is a thorn in the side

The article discusses the impact of Chinese imports on Argentina's manufacturing sector, particularly focusing on the tire industry.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government warned the UTA and La Fraternidad not to join the strike due to mandatory conciliation

The Argentine government has warned the unions UTA and La Fraternidad against participating in a planned strike, stating that a mandatory conciliation measure is currently in effect.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tension: 17 ports of agro-exportation will be paralyzed due to the CGT's strike measure

Labor unions have announced a total work stoppage in 17 agro-export ports in Argentina in response to a proposed labor reform, citing significant concerns over workers' rights and pay.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The CGT activates the fourth general strike against Milei: there will be no transport and the left and K unions will march to Congress

The CGT labor union in Argentina has announced its fourth general strike against President Javier Milei's government due to proposed labor reforms, coinciding with a critical session in Congress.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government Targets Unions and Challenges Omar Maturano with the Withdrawal of Legal Status

The Argentine government is challenging union leader Omar Maturano by threatening to revoke the legal status of the unions ahead of a planned national strike.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Labor Reform: The government requested the session in Deputies after dropping the controversial article on leave

The Argentine government is pushing for a labor reform vote in the Chamber of Deputies after removing a contentious article on medical leave amid nationwide protests against President Javier Milei's administration.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:37 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

๐Ÿ“ก

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.