Lambeth mums protest over 'fake casual' maternity pay
Protesters demand proper maternity pay for Lambeth leisure centre staff on 'fake casual' contracts. Join the fight for workers' rights in Brixton.
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Minimum wage rises to £12.71 for millions of workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms minimum wage increases benefiting 2.7 million workers. National Living Wage rises to £12.71 from April, with youth rates seeing significant boosts.
ATO worker takes 'same job, same pay' to court
An ATO call centre worker employed by Probe Operations applies for a 'same job, same pay' order, challenging the tax office's use of outsourced labour. Could this set a new precedent?
Premier League's European Dominance Over Bayern Revealed
Arsenal face Bayern Munich in a Champions League clash that showcases the Premier League's remarkable rise to European dominance over the past decade. Discover the data behind football's power shift.
Migration Debate Fuels Racism Amid Economic Inequality
Australia's race discrimination commissioner warns against scapegoating migrants for economic problems. True leadership requires tackling systemic inequality for all residents.
Peter Kyle invites business input on workers' rights
Business Secretary Peter Kyle urges CBI leaders to engage with Labour's employment bill consultations, pledging no 'zero-sum' outcome for businesses amid £5bn cost concerns.
Democrats win young male voters with cost-of-living focus
US Democrats reversed the rightward shift among young men in recent elections by relentlessly focusing on affordability and economic pressures. Discover how this strategy worked.
Kyle defends workers' rights bill as businesses worry
Business Secretary Peter Kyle defends Employment Rights Bill reforms while addressing CBI concerns over regulatory costs. Consultation process continues amid political opposition.
Trump's Doge Department Disbanded Eight Months Early
Elon Musk's government efficiency department (Doge) has been quietly dissolved with eight months remaining on its contract after laying off 200,000 federal workers. Discover the full story behind its abrupt closure.
Palestinian workers stranded in West Bank for two years
Palestinian workers from Gaza have been living in a Nablus stadium for over two years, unable to return to their families due to the closed border. Read their stories of exile and loss.
AI insiders warn against using the technology they train
Workers training AI models reveal safety concerns and urge friends and family to avoid using chatbots. Discover why the experts behind AI distrust their own creations.
DPD cuts driver pay by £6000 despite £200m profits
Delivery giant DPD faces backlash after cutting self-employed drivers' rates while posting £200m profits. Former minister demands Labour government intervention.
New Mexico Launches Universal Free Childcare
New Mexico becomes the first US state to offer free childcare for all families, a landmark victory achieved through years of grassroots campaigning by parents and teachers.
British Jews turn to Greens and Reform UK
New study reveals British Jewish support for Labour and Conservatives has collapsed from 84% to 58%, with significant growth for Green Party and Reform UK. Explore the political realignment.
Starbucks workers strike in 40+ US cities over contract
Starbucks workers launch largest strike in company history across 40+ US cities. Union demands first contract as politicians join boycott. Full details on the escalating labour dispute.
Lords block workers' rights in hereditary peers vote
Unelected hereditary peers including dukes and millionaires have voted down Labour's workers' rights bill, sparking outrage from unions and Labour figures. Discover how this affects employment reforms.
British Library Strike: Support Grows for Workers
As British Library staff strike over pay, voices like Zadie Smith's demand we value library workers and restore well-stocked libraries, vital to UK culture and education. Join the conversation.
COP30 Canada Summit Confronts Green Jobs Transition
Canadian climate workers demand fair transition to green jobs ahead of COP30. Learn how Canada plans to address workforce concerns while hosting the 2030 climate summit.
Five Cultural Shifts That Captured Australia in 2025
The Guardian's annual Shift Happens report uncovers five major cultural transformations reshaping Australian society. Discover the trends defining the nation's identity.
NHS staff secure improved contracts after strike action threat
Over 330 low-paid NHS workers at St George's, Epsom and St Helier hospitals have secured full Agenda for Change contracts following strike vote. The deal addresses pay disparities and provides backdated benefits worth millions.
UK Food Delivery Riders: Modern Slavery Claims
An investigation reveals the harsh reality for UK food delivery riders: low pay, exhaustion, and harassment. Migrant workers speak out against conditions they describe as a new form of modern slavery.
Starbucks workers strike in Brooklyn over pay
Starbucks baristas in Brooklyn joined a nationwide strike, turning 'Red Cup Day' into a protest for fair pay and union rights. Discover why customers are boycotting.
US Government Shutdown: 43 Days of Turmoil
A detailed timeline of the 43-day US government shutdown that disrupted flights, halted food benefits, and left federal workers unpaid. Discover how the political standoff finally ended.
Starbucks workers strike across US on Red Cup Day
Hundreds of Starbucks workers launch unfair labour practice strike across 25+ US cities amid contract negotiations stalemate. Union calls for customer boycott.
Trump ends longest US shutdown amid Epstein controversy
Donald Trump signs bill ending 43-day government shutdown as new Epstein emails emerge alleging connections. Thousands of flights grounded during record closure.
US Government Shutdown Ends After 42-Day Standoff
The US House of Representatives has passed a funding bill, ending the longest government shutdown in American history. Discover the vote breakdown and the impact of the 42-day stalemate.
US House Votes to End Record Government Shutdown
The US House prepares to vote on legislation ending the longest government shutdown in history, as Democrats protest over healthcare subsidies. Follow live updates.
Menulog closes in Australia, impacting gig economy workers
Menulog is closing its Australian operations on 26 November, affecting thousands of delivery drivers and 120 employees. The Transport Workers' Union is fighting for fair exit payments.
Delta settles flight attendant harassment lawsuit
Delta Airlines settles a lawsuit alleging a flight attendant was fired after enduring sexual assault and making pro-union posts. Discover the details and its impact on the major unionisation campaign.
Melbourne Airport Near-Miss: Planes Close to Workers
Shocking video reveals two passenger aircraft came within metres of hitting workers on Melbourne Airport runway. Aviation safety under scrutiny.
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