Tech is betting on a former executive in the race for California governorTech investor favorite Matt Mahan, a moderate Democrat and former tech executive, is running for California governor. He's gained significa...
07 May, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
U.S. minimum wage increase 2026: Why do some states pay $17.95 while others stay at $7.25 and who benefits most in May?The U.S. minimum wage increase 2026 reveals a stark reality. Pay varies sharply by state. The federal rate still stands at $7.25. That numb...
28 Apr, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
Long weekend win! ‘Day After’ rule means 3-day work week for some Americans in NovemberSome Americans may work only three days during Thanksgiving week. A “day after” rule gives an extra Friday holiday in several states. Gover...
10 Apr, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Pay raise coming? Minimum wage set to rise in several states — check yoursMinimum wage increase is coming in July 2026 for workers in some U.S. states. Alaska and Oregon will see higher hourly pay, while Californi...
02 Apr, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
Cesar Chavez controversy: What are abuse allegations against US labor icon? What will happen on Cesar Chavez Day?Cesar Chavez allegations: Cesar Chavez Day on March 31, his birthday, was named a federal commemorative holiday by President Barack Obama ...
18 Mar, 2026, 05.24 AM IST
Immigrant workforce shrinks by 1.2 million, raising concerns across US economyOver 1.2 million immigrants have exited the US labor force this year, impacting sectors like farming, construction, and home healthcare. St...
01 Sep, 2025, 12.07 PM IST
When is Labor Day 2025 in US and what should you know before celebrating?Labor Day 2025: Labor Day in the United States falls on September 1, 2025. It is a federal holiday honoring American workers. Most workers ...
25 Aug, 2025, 07.28 PM IST
Egg prices war in U.S. : Will there be supply shortage of egg products?Donald Trump administration claimed that the law imposes burdensome red tape on the production of eggs and egg products across the country ...
12 Jul, 2025, 02.52 AM IST
Apple accused by US labor board of imposing illegal workplace rulesApple has been accused by a U.S. labor board of infringing on workers' rights through illegal confidentiality and non-compete agreements. T...
02 Oct, 2024, 10.07 AM IST
Donald Trump or Kamala Harris: 30 million American gig workers have a big dilemmaThe future of millions of gig workers in the U.S. could be influenced by the upcoming presidential election, with candidates Trump and Harr...
19 Sep, 2024, 01.10 PM IST
US court tries to bring SpaceX lawsuit against US labour board back to TexasA panel of the New Orleans-based 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals in a brief order said the Los Angeles federal court should not have proces...
27 Feb, 2024, 09.53 AM IST
Uber, Lyft trade group questions Biden's labor nominee's gig workers stanceThe Department of Labor in October proposed a rule that would make it more difficult for companies to treat workers as independent contract...
21 Mar, 2023, 10.40 AM IST
US to have 4-day workweek? All you need to knowRecently, Representative Mark Takano, a Democrat from California, presented a new version of the legislation that aims to establish 32-hour...
16 Mar, 2023, 08.57 PM IST
Uber, Lyft shares jump as California set to pass gig-worker ballot measureAccording to state figures, 58% supported the measure, with nearly 95% of precincts at least partially reporting. The results are incomplet...
04 Nov, 2020, 07.27 PM IST
Amazon hit from all sides as crisis highlights growing powerRankling many activists, the rise in Amazon's shares has boosted the wealth of founder and chief executive Jeff Bezos to over $140 billion ...
17 May, 2020, 08.50 AM IST
How California's paid leave law does not affect businessesThe law is financed through an employee payroll tax, meaning companies in the world’s eighth-largest economy bear no direct costs.
23 Oct, 2015, 04.00 AM IST
Indian-American Indira Talwani confirmed as federal judge in MassachusettsThe Senator said Talwani has broad credentials and wide litigation experience. She has developed particular expertise in legal issues that ...
13 May, 2014, 12.15 AM IST