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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1821, Nathan Bedford Forrest, American general and first Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan (died 1877) was born. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1922, Anker Jørgensen, Danish trade union leader and politician, 16th Prime Minister of Denmark (died 2016) was born. In 1935, Jack Kemp, American football player and politician, 9th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (died 2009) was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1981, Martin Hurson Irish Republican Hunger Striker passed away. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2013, Leonard Garment, American lawyer and public servant, 14th White House Counsel (born 1924) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Trade union Unite to ballot public sector members for industrial action
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Unite said the decision follows the government’s “failure to table” a meaningful offer on pay after the previous public sector pay agreement expired.
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Hot Air
· Jul 6, 2026
The Myth of Unifying the Union
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RTÉ News
· Jul 8, 2026
Unite to ballot public-sector members on strike action
The Unite trade union has announced plans to ballot its members in the public sector for industrial action.
Radio Tamazuj
· Jun 26, 2026
Opinion | Revitalizing workers’ unions: Strengthening the voice of civil service workers
Trade unions and professional federations are established to defend workers’ rights and welfare, provide collective The post Opinion | Revitalizing workers’ unions: Strengthening the voice of civil service workers appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 30, 2026
2027: Opposition party members form coalition to support APGA Reps candidate in Anambra
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The Big Issue
· Jun 28, 2026
UK workers are facing the same problems across the country. We should join together to fight them
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All Israel News
· Jul 8, 2026
New centrist party: The Reservists, ex-minister & family members of war heroes join forces aiming at unity gov't
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Libyan News Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Civil Service and Women's Affairs sign a memorandum of cooperation to train female public sector employees
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Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 21, 2026
Keanggotaan Bersatu dalam PN dibincang malam esok
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Variety
· Jul 6, 2026
Production Assistants on ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘Chicago Med’ Ratify Union Contract
Production assistants on “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago Med” have voted to ratify their first union contract, as part of a broader unionization campaign for P.A.’s. The deal covers 26 employees at “Chicago Med” and 35 at “Chicago Fire,” both of which are produced by Universal Television. The workers will be represented by LIUNA Local 724, []
Financial Times
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UK’s biggest union backs Ed Miliband for chancellor
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Malaysiakini
· Jul 9, 2026
PAS 'sincerely' wants to help Johor BN form govt, hopes Umno won't be 'arrogant'
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The West Australian
· Jul 13, 2026
Editorial: ALP must use union links to settle strike
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South Africa Today
· Jul 6, 2026
Expert Analysis: Why NEHAWU’s Shift to the SACP Signals the End of the ANC’s Dominance
JOHANNESBURG — The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) has officially resolved to endorse the South African Communist Party (SACP) in the upcoming Local Government Elections, a historic shift that threatens to fracture the decades-old tripartite alliance. Driven by growing working-class dissatisfaction with the African National Congress (ANC), the political realignment has sparked []
Vanguard News
· Jun 29, 2026
2027: Ojogo wins APC ticket for Ilaje/Ese Odo, calls for party unity
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MaltaToday
· Jun 29, 2026
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Workers World
· Jul 8, 2026
On the picket line
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National Republican Congressional Committee
· Jun 29, 2026
ICYMI: “Democrats have a union problem” in PA-08
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The Nation
· Jun 30, 2026
For the Union Makes Us Strong—With Sara Nelson
Jonathan Smucker, Matt DaSilva, Aaron Regunberg Sara Nelson joins Fighting Fascism to discuss the challenges facing unions, organized labor’s fight against fascism, and where the movement goes next. The post For the Union Makes Us Strong—With Sara Nelson appeared first on The Nation.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 11, 2026
Bawumia calls for unity after NPP constituency elections
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ANTARA News
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· Jul 9, 2026
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· Jul 13, 2026
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· Jun 29, 2026
Edmonton hydrovac workers file to unionize
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· Jun 26, 2026
New York Dem party leader brushes off DSA threat, says focus is on beating Republicans
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· Jun 30, 2026
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Sara Nelson It begins with building back a strong union movementrooted in deep solidarity. The post How to Win the Next 250 Years for the Working Class appeared first on The Nation.
India TV News
· Jul 12, 2026
'Won't point fingers at anyone,' Narottam Mishra calls for self-introspection after Datia ticket denial
Dismissing speculations that he is upset with party leadership over denial of ticket for Datia byelection, former Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra said on Sunday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) remains united, while reiterating that no individual's stature is greater than the organisation.
Sky News Australia
· Jun 26, 2026
‘What are they playing at?’: ACTU resurrects push for Indigenous Voice to Parliament
Sky News host Caleb Bond reacts to the ACTU reviving a push for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament despite the results of the 2023 referendum. “The union movement has decided that Labor isn't in enough trouble at the moment, so it's decided to resurrect the Voice to Parliament,” Mr Bond said. “I know, it seems crazy, but maybe the Australian Council of Trade Unions has it in for Anthony Albanese or something. “You have to seriously wonder what they're playing at bringing this back up again when you have an insurgent One Nation, and Labor needs to hang on to every outer suburban vote it can find. “I know One Nation picked up the ‘Fire the Liar’ campaign from this channel, here's another campaign for you: Labor's biggest backers want to bring back the Voice.”
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