Unions call for an end to unpaid internships

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, []

This Day in Labor History: June 27, 1993

On June 27, 1993, the A.E. Staley Company in Decatur, Illinois chose to lock out its workers unionized with the Allied Industrial Workers of America in order to bust the union. This led to a two-year campaign to try and not only save these workers’ jobs and union contract, but to save American labor after [] The post This Day in Labor History: June 27, 1993 appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

The Lump of Labor Fallacy in the Age of AI

New technology doesn't just replace labor. It creates new forms.

After Janus, Unions Still Trying To Keep Workers in the Dark

After Janus, Unions Still Trying To Keep Workers in the Dark

B.C. nurses escalate job action with picket line at Vancouver General Hospital

The BC Nurses' Union began job action last Thursday after two-thirds voted to reject a deal with the B.C. Health Employers Association.

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Negotiations between business and labor over next year's minimum wage formally b...

Top-Paid CEOs Smash the $200 Million Payday

“Moonshot” deals pushed pay for company bosses to new highs in the WSJ’s annual ranking.

Jobs still up for grabs for students seeking summer employment

Never too late to find seasonal employment: Expert

AAUA lecturers begin indefinite strike over unpaid salaries

By Dayo Johnson AKURE — The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA) chapter, has commenced an indefinite strike over unpaid salaries. In a notice signed by the chapter Chairperson, Comrade Bolu Oshodi, the union said the decision followed resolutions reached at its congress meetings held on April 28 and June [] The post AAUA lecturers begin indefinite strike over unpaid salaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

Unions to protest as Volkswagen thrashes out job cut plans

Unions to protest as Volkswagen thrashes out job cut plans

Last-minute pay deal averts Norwegian rig workers’ strike

Norwegian unions representing workers on drilling rigs and floating production platforms have struck a wage deal with employers, avoiding a strike that would have affected more than 600 people on key offshore assets. The last-minute deal was reached on Thursday evening, close to the midnight deadline, the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association said, which represented employers in

USC Faculty Won Their Union. The Administration Wants Trump’s NLRB to Undo It.

The university has been fighting attempts at union organizing for years. Now it’s seeking help from an employer-friendly labor board. The post USC Faculty Won Their Union. The Administration Wants Trump’s NLRB to Undo It. appeared first on .

North Idaho College Promises Graduates a Job in 6 Months, or Free Training

North Idaho College Promises Graduates a Job in 6 Months, or Free Training Emma Whitford Tue, 07/07/2026 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Emma Whitford

Colleges keep minting graduates the job market has no use for

A college degree no longer guarantees the job it used to promise. The labor market is running out of roles for an overinflated credentialed class

The Myth of Unifying the Union

The Myth of Unifying the Union

How AI Became the Cover Story for Layoffs at Meta, Amazon, and Salesforce

Silence is rarely calming in the workplace.

Jobs Report Fuels The Rotation Out Of AI CapEx Beneficiaries

Jobs Report Fuels The Rotation Out Of AI CapEx Beneficiaries

Union workers are funding lavish lifestyles for unqualified big labor bosses

For generations, the leaders who represented American workers in unions earned their positions the hard way, whether it be on the job site, in the classroom, or at the bedside. And that’s because the promise of the American labor union was simple: workers standing together who understood the job, the risks, and what it meant []

AI was supposed to kill engineering jobs, but new data suggests they’re the most resilient

While AI dominates the layoff narrative, engineers are actually making up a larger share of new hires, according to SignalFire data.

Hy-Vee’s manager problem? Upcoming layoffs and Iowa news briefs, July 2, 2026

A class action lawsuit was filed last week against Hy-Vee, arguing that the grocery store chain treated salaried managers like hourly ones—but didn't pay them overtime like hourly workers. The post Hy-Vee’s manager problem? Upcoming layoffs and Iowa news briefs, July 2, 2026 appeared first on Iowa Starting Line.

Lawmakers pass bill creating apprenticeships for beauty professions – Illinois Policy

Gov. JB Pritzker signed the bill June 26; it takes effect Jan. 1. An apprenticeship generally would require more hours than school, but the apprentice must be paid at least minimum wage. The bill also requires participating businesses to display a sign noting that an apprentice works there.

Promised Rs 10,000, Paid Rs 5,000: Intern Faces Brutal Choice To Quit Or Stay

A marketing intern claimed they worked extra hours but received only half the promised stipend.

Dear Abby: My longtime co-worker has turned on me in the workplace

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been employed at the same company for 17 years. I’m the youngest person in the department, and I love my job and the people I work with. One co-worker I used to be close to has a son the same age as mine, and they did sports together and went to each []

An Assistant Hotel Manager Ordered a Laundry Worker to Stay After Hours Off the Clock. Corporate Found Out and Fired Him Instantly.

Employees should be paid for overtime when they work overtime. The post An Assistant Hotel Manager Ordered a Laundry Worker to Stay After Hours Off the Clock. Corporate Found Out and Fired Him Instantly. appeared first on TwistedSifter.

Why Your Employee Onboarding Fails in the First 90 Days (And How to Fix It)

A new hire signs the offer letter, shows up on day one full of energy, and then gets handed a 60-page PDF and a login that doesn’t work. Two weeks later, they’re quietly wondering if they made the right choice. If that scene sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most onboarding programs lose people in the [] The post Why Your Employee Onboarding Fails in the First 90 Days (And How to Fix It) appeared first on BNO News.

Editorial: ALP must use union links to settle strike

It is time for Labor to stand up to the unions and act on behalf of WA and the nation.

More companies are rehiring workers they replaced with AI. Guess why? Tag line should tell ya [Obvious]

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Trump Wind Policy Draws Union Backlash as Workers Warn Offshore Jobs Are Being Put at Risk

Unionized workers are becoming a sharper part of the fight over the Trump administration’s campaign against wind energy, with tradespeople and labor leaders warning that federal action is threatening jobs tied to offshore construction.

Why are B.C. nurses on strike?

On June 29, the B.C. Nurses’ Bargaining Association gave a 72-hour strike notice. The three days came and went without a new offer from the employers’ association, and the nurses began their strike on July 2 by restricting overtime and withdrawing non-nursing services. These include activities that could be performed by other health care workers, The post Why are B.C. nurses on strike? appeared first on CCPA.

For Starbucks workers, Pride means organize

There has been no letup in the fight by Starbucks Workers United (SBWU) for a first contract with the multibillion dollar global coffee chain. This June — LGBTQIA2S+ Pride month — SBWU has made a point of reaching out to people attending Pride celebrations, asking them to delete the Starbucks . . . Continue reading For Starbucks workers, Pride means organize at Workers.org

Worked in two restaurants for 'no experience': Graduate says she can't land a minimum-wage job

Worked in two restaurants for 'no experience': Graduate says she can't land a minimum-wage job

WORK? Labor force participation lowest since 1976...

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Efood platform delivery workers announce World Cup final strike

Food delivery workers affiliated with the online delivery platform efood have planned a work stoppage during the World Cup final on July 19, demanding higher wages and improved working conditions.

No salary since Nov 2022: Employee wins in HC

No salary since Nov 2022: Employee wins in HC

Under a New Federal Rule, Colleges Must Leave Grads Better Off or Lose Financial Aid

If an undergraduate program's graduates don't earn more than workers who never went to college, that program could be cut off from federal student loans. But is a degree just about making more money?

Grand Teton National Park employees unionize

Unionization effort with 11 other units follows more than a year of tumult. The post Grand Teton National Park employees unionize appeared first on WyoFile .

Pilbara miners to strike for first time in 40 years after BHP ‘stonewall’ pay deal

The unions claim their hand was forced by BHP’s ‘US-style’ stonewalling tactics during pay negotiations for its workers.

Local 6 Workers at C&H Sugar in Crockett on Strike, Demand Employer Bargain in Good Faith

Local 6 Workers at CH Sugar in Crockett on Strike, Demand Employer Bargain in Good Faith Kurt Stand Thu, 07/02/2026 - 15:39

AbbVie Employees Across Asia Unite Through Week of Possibilities by Serving and Supporting Communities

AbbVie Employees Across Asia Unite Through Week of Possibilities by Serving and Supporting Communities

Edmonton hydrovac workers file to unionize

If successful, this application would apply to 7 workers.

Day Jobs and Night Work

Day Jobs and Night Work