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Senior Chinese Official Wang Huning Holds Talks with North Korean Leaders in Pyongyang

Following President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to North Korea in June, China’s Wang Huning met with top North Korean officials to reinforce bilateral agreements.

Jul 16, 2026, 5:04 AM Al Jazeera

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politics

Thousands of Election Security Workers Cut During Trump’s Second Term

Since the start of President Trump’s second administration, thousands of federal workers focused on election security have been cut, including significant reductions at key agencies.

CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 7:41 AM

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Samsung Workers Divided Over $402,000 Bonus Sparks Deepening Feud

Samsung Electronics faces internal strife as device division employees protest a massive compensation gap favoring chip division workers.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:16 AM

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Progressive Wage Model Expanded to Benefit 1,800 Pest Management Workers in Singapore

Singapore's Progressive Wage Model now includes the pest management sector, ensuring structured wage increases linked to skills and productivity for about 1,800 workers.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:42 AM

general

House Narrowly Approves Default Approval for Troops, Pentagon Workers to Carry Personal Guns on Military Bases

In a close 215-214 vote, the House passed a measure presuming approval for qualified military and civilian personnel to carry personal firearms on military installations, amid ongoing defense and personnel policy debates.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 5:06 AM

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India’s Salt Workers Face Harsh Conditions in Booming Industry

A report by 101 East highlights the challenges faced by the Agariva community in Gujarat, who labor under difficult conditions to produce salt for global markets.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 1:21 PM

Tripling US Union Membership Could Shift $1.2 Trillion to Workers Annually, Report Finds

A new Economic Policy Institute report reveals that increasing union density to mid-20th century levels would raise median wages by 14.5%, narrow racial pay gaps, and reverse a third of inequality growth since 1979.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:45 PM

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investigations

Government Struggles to Balance Foreign Farmworker Protections and Farm Profitability

Efforts to protect H-2A visa workers have clashed with policies aimed at reducing costs for U.S. farmers, leading to significant wage cuts for foreign laborers.

ProPublica | Jul 22, 2026, 1:11 PM

world

Food Delivery Rider Wang Jibing Wins China's Prestigious Lu Xun Literary Prize

Wang Jibing, a 56-year-old delivery rider, gains recognition for his poetry collection inspired by the challenges of gig economy workers in China.

BBC World | Jul 20, 2026, 5:02 AM

politics

Democrats' $25 Minimum Wage Bill Faces Criticism Over Tip Credit Elimination

The proposed federal minimum wage increase to $25 per hour includes a controversial provision to eliminate the tip credit for restaurant workers, raising concerns about its impact on the hospitality industry.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 12:01 PM

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Massive Homeless Encampment on Manhattan’s West Side Sparks Criticism of Mayor Mamdani

A 12-block homeless camp along Manhattan’s West Side has drawn criticism from residents, workers, and tourists who say the city’s response under Mayor Zohran Mamdani is insufficient.

Washington Times News | Jul 18, 2026, 9:37 AM

world

Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills Seven at Moscow Logistics Centre Amid Large-Scale Drone Wave

A Ukrainian drone strike on a Wildberries logistics centre in western Russia killed seven night-shift workers and wounded 24, as over 370 drones targeted the Moscow region with most intercepted by air defenses.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:25 AM

business

Bangladesh’s Forex Reserves Recover with Boost from Malaysia Labor Market Reopening

Foreign exchange reserves in Bangladesh have returned to 2022 levels, supported by increased remittances from Saudi Arabia and anticipated growth from Malaysia’s reopening to Bangladeshi migrant workers.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 5:40 AM

world

Former PAWS Darwin Employees Raise Concerns Over $150,000 in Unpaid Superannuation

Ex-staff members of the Australian charity PAWS Darwin allege significant unpaid superannuation, with underage workers claiming promised super accounts were never established.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:25 PM

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West Virginia Congressman Calls for End to H-1B Visa Program Amid Rising Republican Support

Rep. Riley Moore labels the H-1B visa program a 'scam' and highlights concerns over American workers being displaced by lower-paid foreign labor.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:54 PM

politics

Democrats Urged to Reconnect with Labor Roots Ahead of 2028 Election

Opinion contributor Max Burns highlights the importance of the Democratic Party embracing its pro-labor history to strengthen democracy and appeal to workers.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 1:19 PM

world

US Meta Employees Sue Over AI-Driven Layoffs Targeting Those on Protected Leave

Twenty-six Meta employees have filed a lawsuit alleging the company’s AI systems disproportionately selected workers on medical, parental, or family leave for layoffs.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:58 AM

world

De Beers Halts Production at Venetia Mine Amid Plummeting Diamond Demand

The diamond giant will pause operations for two years at its flagship South African Venetia mine, impacting over 4,000 workers as the industry faces shifting consumer habits and falling prices.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 9:27 PM

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Twenty-six Former Meta Employees Sue Over AI-Driven Layoff Practices Targeting Medical Conditions

A lawsuit filed on July 14, 2026, alleges Meta Platforms used AI software to disproportionately select workers with disabilities or medical leave histories for layoffs.

CNA Latest News | Jul 14, 2026, 2:16 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Mary Lovely warns that increased car production in America due to tariffs may not translate into more jobs because of automation.

world

Economist Mary Lovely Questions Impact of Tariffs on US Auto Industry Amid AI and Automation Advances

Mary Lovely warns that increased car production in America due to tariffs may not translate into more jobs because of automation.

Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 12:44 AM

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Drone Strikes Hit Wildberries Warehouses in Russia for Second Week, Injuring 15

Fires erupted at Wildberries logistics hubs in Krasnodar and Stavropol following overnight drone attacks, prompting a local state of emergency and suspending operations at both sites.

Euronews | Jul 22, 2026, 4:15 PM

global-institutions

UN Supports Countries in Maximizing Benefits from Critical Minerals Amid Clean Energy Shift

The United Nations is aiding nations like Argentina and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to ensure critical mineral resources foster local development, environmental protection, and responsible business practices.

UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:18 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A father whose daughter was killed by a previously deported illegal immigrant argues that America can uphold both compassion and the rule of law amid debates on immigration enforcement.

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Father of Katie, Killed by Deported Immigrant, Challenges Biden Administration's Immigration Narrative

A father whose daughter was killed by a previously deported illegal immigrant argues that America can uphold both compassion and the rule of law amid debates on immigration enforcement.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 1:30 PM

world

Tokyo Promotes Shorts at Work Amid Rising Temperatures, Sparking Mixed Reactions

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike's 'Tokyo Cool Biz' initiative encourages men to wear shorts to reduce heat and energy use, but some women express discomfort over office dress expectations.

BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 12:08 PM