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Workers Strike at Inpex Ichthys Gas Plant After Pay Talks Stall
Workers at the Inpex Ichthys LNG facility walked off the job Tuesday morning. A two-hour stoppage is scheduled for Tuesday evening after pay negotiations reached an impasse.
manilatimes.netCanada Post Union Workforce Ratifies New Labor Contracts Through 2029
Workers represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers approved tentative agreements covering operations at Canada Post. The ratified contracts will remain in effect until January 31, 2029.
yna.co.krKakao Labor Union Plans Four-Hour Work Stoppage Next Week
The union at South Korea’s largest messaging service announced a four-hour work stoppage amid an ongoing labor dispute.
freepressjournal.inU.S. Companies Schedule June Layoffs Following 2025 Job Cuts
Multiple firms filed WARN notices for June 2026 layoffs. The filings come after a 58 percent increase in announced job cuts during 2025 compared with 2024.
koreatimes.co.krCelltrion Workers Form First Labor Union, Seek Pay Transparency
Employees at the South Korean biotech firm launched a union on June 1, 2026, demanding clearer compensation and better staffing. The company said it will follow legal procedures in any talks.
upi.comLabor Department Imposes New Detailed Financial Reporting on Largest Unions
The Labor Department published a final rule June 1 that creates a longer Form LM-2 Long Form for the largest labor organizations, revises the standard Form LM-2 and Form LM-3, and raises reporting thresholds for smaller unions. The changes take effect for fiscal years beginning o…
The Sydney Morning HeraldOutgoing ACCIONA Executive Says CFMEU Monopoly Drives Corruption on Victoria Projects
The departing chief executive of ACCIONA Australia and New Zealand stated that the CFMEU’s control of government civil worksites is the main source of corruption in Victoria’s infrastructure program. He also said streamlined planning and approvals could reduce taxpayer costs.
lamag.comMLB owners propose $245.3 million salary cap for 2027
Owners presented their first economic offer to the players union, outlining a hard salary cap of $245.3 million and a floor of $171.2 million beginning in 2027. The proposal also includes a 50-50 split of league revenues.
theworkathomewoman.comFederal Data Show Fewer Summer Jobs Available for U.S. Teenagers
Labor statistics and reports from teenagers indicate that entry-level summer positions at restaurants, pools, camps, and stores are harder to obtain than in prior years. The trend appears in official employment figures and in accounts from job-seeking teens.
ilounge.comProposal Would Shorten Free Agency Path for Some Players
A plan under discussion would allow certain players to reach free agency after five years instead of six. The change targets players who accumulate service time later in their careers.
ilounge.comMLB players association submits revenue-sharing proposal
The proposal keeps the existing financial structure while directing more shared revenue to lower-revenue teams and requiring those funds to support the major-league roster. Additional money would also flow to players.
ilounge.comPlayers union submits first contract offer to league
The union representing players delivered its opening proposal in labor talks. The offer includes higher minimum pay, a new spending requirement, and an increase to the payroll threshold.
The BbcResident Doctors in England to Stage Four-Day Strike in June
The British Medical Association announced a four-day walkout by resident doctors from 15 to 19 June, the 16th action in their pay dispute. New Health Secretary James Murray rejected further pay talks after the meeting on 27 May.
gizmodo.comSamsung Workers Approve Pay Deal Covering Bonuses for Chip Unit
Union members at a major South Korean electronics firm ratified a wage agreement that includes performance bonuses. The deal applies mainly to employees in the semiconductor division.
insidermonkey.comCompany Reaches Labor Agreement to Prevent Chip Production Strikes
A technology manufacturer finalized a labor agreement that avoids planned strikes at its chip facilities. The deal follows reports of increased worker compensation tied to demand for artificial intelligence components.
japantimes.co.jpJapan Wage Growth Tops 5 Percent for Third Straight Year
Keidanren reported that average wage increases in the 2026 spring negotiations exceeded 5 percent for the third consecutive year. The business federation released its initial summary of the talks.
agriculture.einnews.comRecology Teamsters Local 350 Ratify Five-Year Contract
More than 140 members of Teamsters Local 350 employed by Recology voted to approve a new five-year labor agreement covering wages, retirement benefits, and workplace protections.
abcnews.go.comMassachusetts Certifies First Ride-Share Union for Uber and Lyft Drivers
Massachusetts has become the first state to formally recognize a union representing nearly 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers after voters approved a 2024 ballot measure allowing gig workers to organize.
nypost.comCommentary Roundup Covers Colbert Exit, Police Incident, Union Spending, Miami Assimilation, and Civil-Rights Figure
A New York Post compilation published May 25, 2026, presents five opinion pieces on recent events. The pieces address Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show broadcast, a Southampton arrest, teachers-union finances, Hispanic assimilation metrics in Miami, and the death of Robert L. Woo…
memeburn.comClickUp cuts 22 percent of staff and adds 3,000 AI agents
The nine-year-old collaboration software startup laid off 22 percent of its workforce last Thursday. The company said the move is part of a shift to AI agents rather than a cost-cutting step.
azernews.azTech Firms Cut More Than 85,000 Jobs So Far in 2026
Technology companies have eliminated over 85,000 positions this year, a 33 percent increase from the same period last year. The figures come from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Workers Plan Time Off for 2026 World Cup Matches
Surveys show one-third of workers across eight countries expect to take at least one day off during the June 11 to July 19 tournament. Employers in host cities are preparing for traffic and schedule changes.
winnipegfreepress.comNYC Hotel Workers Ratify Contract Raising Housekeeper Pay to $77,113
The Hotel and Gaming Trades Council ratified a new contract Thursday covering 22,000 hotel workers. The agreement raises starting pay for housekeepers and increases automatic tips for group events.
manilatimes.netFilipino Workers Make Up Part of Greenland's Population
Around 1,200 Filipinos live among Greenland's 57,000 residents. The Danish autonomous territory faces labor shortages and population decline.
cicnews.comBritish Columbia nurses reach tentative deal, averting job action
The B.C. Nurses' Union and the Health Employers Association agreed to a new collective agreement on Friday. The pact follows a 98.2 percent strike-authorization vote earlier in May.
nme.comNew film explores shoplifting as response to luxury retail pricing
A new comedy film depicts a group of women who steal from high-end fashion stores and resell the goods at lower prices to their neighbors. The movie uses fantastical elements to examine class differences in the global fashion industry.
France 24Samsung Reaches Tentative Deal With Semiconductor Workers on Bonuses
Samsung and its semiconductor employees have reached a tentative agreement that would provide average annual bonuses of $340,000 for some workers. The deal follows threats of an 18-day strike over bonus caps in the memory chip division.
The BbcBelfast Survey Shows Support for Extended Sunday Store Hours
A city council survey found that 82 percent of Belfast residents favor longer Sunday opening hours for large stores during summer months. A committee will consider the proposal on Friday.
France 24Samsung Electronics Union Suspends Strike After Tentative Wage Deal
Samsung Electronics' labor union suspended an 18-day strike after reaching a tentative wage agreement with the company. The move averted potential disruption to South Korea's largest firm and global chip supply.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSamsung Union Votes on Wage Deal After Strike Suspended
Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics began voting on a tentative wage agreement that suspended a planned strike. The deal addresses performance bonuses tied to the company's artificial intelligence chip business.
news.google.comDutch Workers and Economists Discuss Shorter Workweeks
Workers and economists in the Netherlands are examining the effects of reduced working hours. The discussion focuses on productivity, well-being, and economic outcomes.
dnaindia.comDutch Economist Discusses 32-Hour Workweek on Reuters Podcast
A chief economist at a national statistics agency discussed the feasibility of a 32-hour workweek during a Reuters podcast. The episode examined one country's experience with shorter working hours.
dnaindia.comDutch Discuss Shorter Work Week in Reuters Podcast
A Reuters podcast examines whether the standard 40-hour work week remains suitable for modern economies. The episode focuses on the Netherlands as a case study.
flipboard.comIntuit to Cut 3,000 Jobs as It Shifts Resources to AI
Intuit plans to reduce its workforce by about 3,000 positions. The company said the move will simplify operations and support its focus on artificial intelligence products.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSamsung Union Approves Strike at Memory Chip Plants After Talks Fail
The union representing Samsung Electronics workers has authorized an 18-day strike involving more than 47,000 employees. The action is scheduled to begin Thursday following the collapse of mediation talks.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUniversity of Cross River Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Salaries
The Academy Staff Union of Universities at the University of Cross River has started a total and indefinite strike. The action follows the failure to implement a new salary structure and other welfare benefits.
First Student Teamsters Ratify Five-Year National Contract
Teamsters at First Student have ratified a five-year contract covering more than 22,000 school bus workers. The agreement follows a strike threat across 96 locals.
ibtimes.co.ukCoca-Cola Equipment Workers Approve New Labor Contract
More than 35 equipment service workers at Heartland Coca-Cola voted to ratify a new labor agreement. The workers, represented by Teamsters Local 688, approved the contract by a 90 percent margin.
New York PostLIRR Union Reaches Tentative Deal With MTA After Three-Day Strike
Governor and transit officials agreed to a contract with rail workers that includes a 4.5 percent pay increase. The deal ends a work stoppage that disrupted travel for thousands of commuters.
New York PostMTA and LIRR Unions Reach Tentative Deal to End Three-Day Strike
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five Long Island Rail Road unions agreed Monday night on a tentative contract that ends the first LIRR strike since 1994. Service will resume at noon Tuesday with shuttle buses still running for the morning commute.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDeal Reached to End Three-Day Long Island Rail Road Strike
Negotiators for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five labor unions reached an agreement late Monday to end the strike that halted service on the busiest commuter rail system in North America. The deal provides raises for roughly 3,500 workers without increasing fares…
New York PostLIRR Strike Ends After MTA and Unions Reach Tentative Deal
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five Long Island Rail Road unions reached a tentative agreement Monday night to end a three-day strike. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the deal provides raises for workers without raising fares or taxes.
joemygod.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Enters Third Day Affecting 300,000 Commuters
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers began the workweek without Long Island Rail Road service after workers went on strike over the weekend. More than 300,000 daily commuters who rely on the railroad are seeking alternative transportation.
nypost.comLIRR Strike Adds Two Hours to Long Island Commuters' Travel Time
A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers forced commuters to use shuttle buses and face longer travel times Monday morning. Riders reported commutes that took two to three hours instead of the usual less than one hour. Officials said fewer than 2,200 riders used the MTA-provided…
nypost.comLong Island Rail Road top earners received over $200,000 in overtime pay
The five highest-paid Long Island Rail Road workers each collected more than $200,000 in overtime during the most recent year, according to payroll data. Their total compensation exceeded $370,000 in each case.
BP and Union Continue Talks at Whiting Refinery During Lockout
BP and the union at the Whiting refinery discussed proposals and remaining issues in recent talks. The company said it remains open to bargaining while the lockout continues.
nypost.comState Comptroller Report Estimates LIRR Strike Costs Up to $61 Million Daily
A state comptroller report projects the LIRR strike could cost the state up to $61 million in lost economic activity each day. The estimate draws on ridership, census, and economic data.
BP Whiting Refinery Returns to Bargaining Table with United Steelworkers
BP's Whiting refinery resumed contract talks with United Steelworkers Local 7-1 on May 18, 2026. The company said it arrived prepared for good-faith negotiations but expressed disappointment after the union left without addressing unresolved issues.
businessnews.com.auAustralian Unions Notify Inpex of Planned Work Stoppages at Ichthys LNG Facility
Three Australian unions notified Japanese company Inpex on Monday of 243 planned stoppages and work bans at the Ichthys LNG facilities from May 27 to June 10. The action follows unsuccessful talks on working conditions.
Washington ExaminerLong Island Rail Road Strike Halts Service for 300,000 Daily Riders
Long Island Rail Road service stopped on all 11 branches after union negotiations with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority reached an impasse. The strike began Saturday and continued into Monday, forcing commuters to seek alternate transportation.
uctoday.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Enters Second Day as Negotiations Resume
A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers has halted service on the nation's busiest commuter rail system, affecting hundreds of thousands of riders. New York officials have urged commuters to work from home while emergency shuttle buses operate from Long Island into Queens.
France 24Long Island Railroad Shut Down by Union Strike
Five unions representing Long Island Railroad workers began a strike on May 16, halting service on one of the busiest U.S. commuter lines. Negotiations between union leaders and New York government representatives continued into Sunday night.
nypost.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Continues After Late-Night Talks Fail
A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders ended without an agreement to end the strike that has shut down the Long Island Rail Road. Negotiations are scheduled to resume Monday morning.
news.sky.comLondon Underground Drivers to Strike Tuesday Over Four-Day Week Dispute
RMT union members will walk out starting at noon Tuesday in a dispute over a proposed voluntary four-day week. Transport for London said drivers may remain on a five-day schedule.
joemygod.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Enters Third Day as Talks Resume
The strike that halted Long Island Rail Road service continued into its third day with no agreement reached after late-night negotiations. Commuters turned to alternative transportation while talks are scheduled to resume Monday morning.
news.sky.comLondon Underground Drivers to Strike Twice This Week
London Underground drivers will walk out for 24 hours starting midday on Tuesday and again at noon on Thursday. The strikes will halt service on the Circle and Piccadilly lines and parts of the Metropolitan and Central lines.
Fox NewsLong Island Rail Road Strike Suspends Service for 330,000 Commuters
Five unions representing about 3,700 workers walked off the job on Saturday, halting service on the Long Island Rail Road. The railroad said it would provide limited shuttle buses for essential workers during the week.
New York PostBlakeman Urges Hochul to Suspend Congestion Pricing Toll During LIRR Strike
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman called for suspending the $9 congestion pricing toll for motorists entering core Manhattan while the Long Island Rail Road strike continues. He also supports legislation that would suspend the toll during any future strikes by wor…
koreaherald.comSamsung Electronics and Union to Resume Wage Talks Monday
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union will meet Monday to discuss wages and compensation. The talks aim to prevent a strike at the world's largest memory chipmaker.
fortune.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Halts Service for 250,000 Daily Riders
Five unions representing about half the LIRR workforce walked off the job at 12:01 a.m. Saturday after contract talks stalled. The shutdown affects commuters traveling between Long Island suburbs and New York City.