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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Home Depot is looking for employees to work in the U.S.: specialized roles without a college degree and salary scales

Home Depot is actively seeking employees in the U.S. for various operational roles that do not require a college degree, emphasizing practical experience and competitive wages.

Mar 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mirage

The article discusses the challenges of accurately comparing formal and informal labor markets in Mexico and the United States, highlighting discrepancies in statistical data provided by INEGI and other sources.

Mar 20 • 09:02 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Allegations of sexual assault against 'hero' of the US agricultural labor union, multiple women report 'abuse during his lifetime'

Multiple women have come forward with allegations of sexual assault against the late civil rights activist César Chávez, raising questions about his legacy as a labor leader in the United States.

Mar 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Lawmakers and community leaders react to ‘indefensible’ César Chávez sexual abuse allegations

Lawmakers and union leaders in the US reacted with shock to allegations of sexual abuse against labor organizer César Chávez, revealed in a recent investigation.

Mar 18 • 22:12 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

'The Fix is In': Trump's Latest Tariff Tactic Shocks Washington Trade Watchers

The U.S. has initiated probes into 60 economies over allegations of forced labor, a move seen by critics as a strategy to justify new tariffs targeting trading partners like Canada.

Mar 18 • 08:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US probes Nigeria, others in labour rights crackdown

The US has initiated a trade investigation into Nigeria and 59 other countries due to alleged failures in preventing the importation of goods made with forced labor.

Mar 16 • 00:05 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Riders in the square for work. "Give us a contract and rights"

Riders across Italy demonstrated in 34 cities advocating for labor rights and contracts.

Mar 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Update for employees in Florida: when the minimum wage will increase in the state governed by Ron DeSantis

Florida's minimum wage is set to increase in the upcoming fall season, following state-specific regulations that allow for variations above the federal minimum wage.

Mar 14 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

US wants 'rapid' commercial investigation in process that includes Brazil

The United States is pushing for a quick conclusion to a commercial investigation under Section 301 that includes Brazil and focuses on combating forced labor.

Mar 13 • 22:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Korea can’t let US trade probes strong-arm it into concessions

The US Trade Representative has started Section 301 investigations targeting South Korea and other trade partners over alleged unfair trade practices, potentially complicating South Korea's tariff negotiations.

Mar 13 • 09:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

UK among economies investigated in fresh US trade war move

The UK is part of a new US trade investigation focusing on forced labor practices that could lead to increased tariffs on numerous countries.

Mar 13 • 08:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] The United States Begins Investigation Under Trade Law 301 Regarding 'Forced Labor', Including South Korea

The United States has initiated an investigation under Trade Law 301 to block imports of goods produced by forced labor, including those from South Korea among 60 other countries.

Mar 13 • 03:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

USA includes Brazil in list of countries investigated for forced labor use

The United States has announced it is investigating Brazil among 60 countries for the potential import of products made with forced labor.

Mar 13 • 03:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

US Opens Investigation into Unfair Trade Practices of 60 Countries Due to Forced Labor

The U.S. Trade Representative has initiated investigations into unfair trade practices involving 60 countries concerning their handling of forced labor issues.

Mar 13 • 02:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

U.S. Trade Law Section 301 Investigation of 'Overproduction' Targets China... Will Tensions Between the Two Countries Intensify Again?

The U.S. has initiated a Section 301 investigation into 'overproduction' and 'forced labor,' specifically targeting China, which is facing immediate backlash from the Chinese government.

Mar 12 • 09:41 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Trump administration has begun investigations into trade partners

The Trump administration has initiated investigations concerning trade partners related to industrial overproduction and forced labor regulations, which may lead to higher tariffs for numerous countries.

Mar 12 • 05:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Nearly 4,000 US meatpacking workers to strike at plant run by top Trump donor

About 3,800 workers at JBS USA are preparing to go on strike, marking the first significant labor strike in the U.S. meatpacking industry in decades, amidst rising concerns over meat prices and labor practices.

Mar 11 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Inflation at 2.4%

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the USA rose by 0.3% month-over-month, bringing the annual inflation rate to 2.4%, according to figures released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Mar 11 • 12:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexicans exploited in the US: ‘El Quichi’ pleads guilty to forced labor scheme

Alexander Villatoro Moreno, known as 'El Quichi', pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal court for his role in a conspiracy that exploited Mexican workers with H-2A visas for forced labor.

Mar 11 • 02:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labor MPs quietly alarmed by Albanese government’s response to US-Israel strikes on Iran

Labor MPs are concerned about Prime Minister Albanese's strong support for US and Israeli strikes on Iran amidst the ongoing conflict in the region.

Mar 10 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The world has changed since 2003 and so has Anthony Albanese

Labor's support for US-Israeli military actions against Iran is causing discomfort among left-faction MPs under Albanese's leadership.

Mar 8 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Jaan Tallinn: Artificial Intelligence Will Soon Change the Labor Market. What Awaits Us?

Technologist Jaan Tallinn argues that the effects of artificial intelligence on the labor market will manifest more subtly and within the next few years rather than decades.

Mar 8 • 16:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Financial analyst: The fact that the USA has lost 92,000 jobs is a boon for the Democrats

A financial analyst argues that the recent loss of 92,000 jobs in the U.S. is detrimental to Donald Trump but advantageous for the Democrats.

Mar 6 • 21:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February before the war with Iran: alarms about the economy in the Trump era

The U.S. labor market suffered a significant blow in February with a net loss of 92,000 jobs, raising alarms about the economy under Trump's administration.

Mar 6 • 20:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Wall Street opens lower after employment report in the US: How is it operating TODAY?

Wall Street is set to close in the red due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and weak US labor market data.

Mar 6 • 16:59 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

U.S. lost 92K jobs in February as unemployment rose to 4.4% amid tariffs

In February, the U.S. labor market faced setbacks with the loss of 92,000 jobs and an increase in unemployment to 4.4%.

Mar 6 • 14:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

USA reports disappointing job figures for February

The US lost 92,000 non-farm jobs in February, marking an unexpected downturn following positive growth in January.

Mar 6 • 14:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

February US Employment Drops by 92,000, Significantly Below Expectations, Unemployment Rate Also Rises

In February, the US job count decreased by 92,000, falling well short of expectations, while the unemployment rate increased to 4.4%.

Mar 6 • 14:09 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

The U.S. unexpectedly loses 92,000 jobs, adding to worries about the economy

The U.S. job market experienced an unexpected loss of 92,000 jobs in February, raising concerns about the economy and the potential impact on Federal Reserve policies.

Mar 6 • 14:05 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

As Labor fails to repudiate Trumpism, Australia is being dragged into the US and Israel’s illegal war against Iran

Australia's involvement in US military actions against Iran has raised concerns following the sinking of an Iranian ship by a US submarine, which reportedly had Australian crew members on board.

Mar 6 • 14:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Surprising job figures from the USA: 92,000 fewer jobs in February

The U.S. labor market saw a surprising decline of 92,000 jobs in February, contrary to analyst expectations of growth.

Mar 6 • 13:38 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Day Markwayne Mullin, New Head of Security for Trump, Starred in a Fight in the Senate

Markwayne Mullin, the new Secretary of Security under Trump, challenged union leader Sean O'Brien to a fight during a Senate hearing after a heated exchange.

Mar 6 • 03:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The hole in Mark Carney's speech

Mark Carney's recent parliamentary speech omitted critical details about the escalating conflict involving US-Israeli strikes on Iran, raising questions about Labor's stance.

Mar 5 • 18:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

US: Two-Tier Labor Market in February

In February, the US private sector added more jobs than expected, although most of the job creation came from just two sectors, according to ADP.

Mar 4 • 14:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Manufacturers of Hořice tubes face insolvency. "They owe us wages," claim former employees

Former employees have filed for insolvency against the company Hořické trubičky Olča due to unpaid wages.

Mar 4 • 11:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Philippines, Capital of Call Centers: Flood of Calls for One and a Half Euros an Hour

The Philippines has become a global leader in customer service outsourcing, primarily due to its population's proficiency in English and low wage costs, though rising protectionism in the U.S. threatens this sector.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Recruiters via WhatsApp, abandoned farms, and US$30 per day: this is the world of the exodus of missionaries seeking work in Brazil

The article explores the growing trend of residents from Alba Posse, Argentina, seeking employment in Brazil's rural sectors due to local economic hardships.

Mar 1 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Penny Wong backs Israeli and US strikes on Iran as Labor group decries ‘sycophantic capitulation to militarism’

Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has supported Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran while urging Iran to cease retaliatory actions across the Middle East.

Mar 1 • 00:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Journal 2nd Edition this Friday, February 27, 2026

The Acre Journal reports on a variety of significant news events, including labor reform votes facing protests, escalating tensions between the US and Iran, and local flooding in Cataguases.

Feb 28 • 00:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Anhanguera Newspaper 2nd Edition of Friday, February 27, 2026

Protests accompany the Senate's vote on Milei's labor reform as tensions rise between the US and Iran, and significant weather impacts local cities in Brazil.

Feb 28 • 00:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF2 of Friday, February 27, 2026

Brazil's Senate begins voting on labor reform amid protests, while various political developments highlight tensions and strategic partnerships.

Feb 27 • 23:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Owes nearly US$140 million: the liabilities of the dairy company SanCor were verified and one data point was surprising

The dairy cooperative SanCor has been verified to have liabilities exceeding US$138.9 million, mainly from labor claims, according to a judicial report.

Feb 25 • 15:49 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Mazda and Mitsubishi Provide Full Answers Amidst US Tariffs: Early Resolution in the Automotive Spring Labor Negotiations

Mazda and Mitsubishi Motors announced they fully met the labor union's demands for wage increases and bonuses during this year's labor negotiations, seeking to retain talent despite pressure from US tariffs.

Feb 25 • 10:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Pay us more

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged employers to increase wages for families, drawing parallels to a similar appeal made by Joe Biden in the US regarding post-pandemic labor shortages.

Feb 21 • 23:05 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

996 goes West: US AI start-ups adopt China tech’s controversial work schedule to get ahead

US AI start-ups are increasingly adopting China's controversial '996' work schedule to enhance productivity and gain a competitive edge.

Feb 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Daily recap #1868: Argentina's Chamber approves labor reform, which returns to the Senate; US Supreme Court decides on legality of Trump's tariff; The steps of experimental treatment with polylaminin

Argentina's Chamber of Deputies has approved a labor reform which now goes back to the Senate, while the US Supreme Court is set to rule on Trump's tariff legality, and a patient has regained ability to walk thanks to a new treatment with polylaminin.

Feb 20 • 11:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Virginia approves minimum wage increase: when will it be possible to earn US$15 per hour

Virginia has approved a gradual increase in its minimum wage to US$15 per hour by 2028 to support workers amid rising living costs.

Feb 20 • 10:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump labor secretary’s husband barred from department over sexual assault allegations, reports say

Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband, Shawn DeRemer, has been barred from the Labor Department following allegations of sexual assault made by female staff members.

Feb 20 • 02:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Husband of US Secretary of Labor Prohibited from Entering Department Following Harassment Allegations, Says Newspaper

The husband of US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has been banned from the department's premises due to allegations of sexual harassment.

Feb 19 • 22:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US union membership soared to 16-year high in 2025 despite Trump assault

Union membership in the US reached a 16-year high in 2025, with 14.7 million workers belonging to unions, despite efforts to diminish union power by the Trump administration.

Feb 18 • 16:28 UTC

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