DWP union sues city of L.A. over pension double-dipping
The union representing Los Angeles Department of Water and Power workers is suing the city for allowing employees who retired from other city departments to…
AI ate the metaverse’s hype-cycle. The internet’s future may still be in 3D
Remember the metaverse? It was just a couple of years ago when it seemed as if every technology, media and entertainment company was scrambling to…
GOP’s Fight With Union Politics
Union strength in the workplace has dwindled, but, not satisfied with that, many Republicans are now pressing for legislation to weaken labor’s still impressive strength…
Why Chicken Soup couldn’t heal Redbox
Chicken soup may soothe the soul, but it can’t cure what ails the beleaguered DVD rental business. The parent company of Redbox — the onetime…
Von der Leyen gets nod for second EU term, Estonia’s Kallas as top diplomat | European Union News
Ursula von der Leyen has been nominated for a second term as head of the European Commission while Estonia’s prime minister, Kaja Kallas, has been…
IATSE deal: Hollywood crew members, studios reach tentative contract
Film and TV crew members have reached a tentative contract deal with the major Hollywood studios after months of bargaining, the International Alliance of Theatrical…
Russia bans 81 EU media outlets in tit-for-tat move | European Union News
Moscow responds to a broadcasting ban on four Russian outlets that the EU accused of spreading Kremlin propaganda. Russia has banned 81 media outlets from…
European Union: Leading the Fight Against Climate Change
Change is one of the crucial issues facing the world today. Its impact has been felt in various countries. Facing this threat requires collective and…
EU launches membership talks with Moldova and Ukraine | European Union News
A symbolic ceremony will mark the beginning of the negotiations in Luxembourg, signalling that the two ex-Soviet countries are on a path away from Russian…
‘Inside Out 2’ is a blockbuster. But what’s happening with original animation?
“Inside Out 2” is a bigger box office hit than even Pixar’s staunchest believers had dared to expect, turning down the anxiety dial for fans…
European Union – ASEAN relations and the First Air Transport Cooperation
The recent increase in regional cooperation in the economic field shows that globalization has succeeded in eroding the boundaries between countries around the world. This…
CBAM European Union: Impact and Adaptation Strategies for Indonesian Exports
Starting from October 1, 2023, the European Union has begun implementing the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This policy is the realization of the CBAM…
Afrophobia is destroying the African dream | African Union
Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, on May 17, Africa’s richest person, Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, complained that he faces far more…
Supreme Court rules for Starbucks, limits power of judges to protect fired union organizers
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled for Starbucks Thursday and limited the power of the judges and the National Labor Relations Board to protect union organizers.…
Could a ballot measure gut California’s film/TV tax credit?
SACRAMENTO — Eager to negotiate a measure off the 2024 ballot that would make it harder to raise taxes, unions are alleging the initiative would end…
As a union boss, Fran Drescher turned the tables on Hollywood’s suits
Fran Drescher may have been “The Nanny” in another life. But as the president of SAG-AFTRA, she turned the tables on Hollywood’s power crowd. Drescher…
Slovakia, Italy vote in European Union elections | European Union News
People in multiple European countries are casting ballots on third day of polls before last and biggest stage of voting on Sunday. Voters in Slovakia,…
CUPE 1356-02 receives ‘no board’ report approval, putting union in legal strike position on June 24
Article contentTORONTO — After ten months of negotiations without reaching an agreement, CUPE Local 1356-02 has requested and received the “no board” report, which will…
Hollywood gets the crummy summer box office it paid for
A Hollywood movie can be two things at the same time. It can be a great piece of art and also a poor business decision.…
What’s behind the rise of the far right in Europe? | European Union
Marc Lamont Hill discusses the rise of far-right parties in Europe and the upcoming EU elections. About 400 million Europeans are eligible to vote in…