Tag: Labor unions
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Court Blocks Trump Administration’s Firings During Government Shutdown
Federal Judge Halts Firings as Shutdown Sparks Legal Battle A federal court granted a temporary injunction Friday blocking the Trump administration from carrying out mass firings of federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown. The decision, issued by Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, marks a rare…
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Judge Blocks Trump Administration Firings During Government Shutdown
Overview: A pivotal injunction in a costly shutdown clash A federal court, led by Judge Susan Illston in the US district court for the Northern District of California, issued a temporary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s plan to fire federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown. The ruling marks a rare second life to a…
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Judge Blocks Trump Administration from Firing Federal Workers During Government Shutdown
Federal Judge Halts Layoffs During Government Shutdown A federal judge in San Francisco issued a temporary restraining order on Wednesday, blocking the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown. The decision comes after the administration issued reduction-in-force (RIF) notices to more than 4,000 employees, a move the court later halted as…
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TUCP Solon Urges Companies: Increase Earthquake Drills to Build Employee Readiness
Raising the Bar on Workplace Safety In the wake of a string of powerful earthquakes across the Philippines, a House official is pressing private sector employers to make earthquake preparedness a recurring practice rather than a ceremonial obligation. Deputy Speaker and Trade Union Congress of the Philippines party-list Rep. Raymond Democrito Mendoza urged companies to…
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Trump says military members will be paid despite government shutdown
Overview: Trump’s pledge to pay troops during the shutdown In a statement posted on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump said he had found a way to ensure U.S. military personnel receive their pay despite the ongoing federal government shutdown. He claimed to have instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to “use all available funds” to…
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Italy in General Strike for Gaza Flotilla: Live Updates from Bologna to Naples
Italy-wide General Strike for Gaza and the Flotilla Italy is witnessing a nationwide general strike in solidarity with the Gaza Flotilla missions, spanning transport, education, and civil society. From the north to the south, protesters are calling for an end to what they describe as a humanitarian disaster in Gaza, while demanding political accountability for…
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Live Updates: General Strike for Gaza Flotilla Across Italy
Overview: A nationwide day of protests in support of Gaza and the Flotilla A broad coalition of unions and protest groups is staging a general strike and a wave of demonstrations across Italy in solidarity with the Gaza Flotilla. From the opening morning hours, major cities reported heavy turnout and widespread disruption of traffic, rail,…
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LO Backs S Proposal to Scrap Karensavdrag in Shadow Budget
Overview of the shadow budget proposals In a move that would reshape Sweden’s social safety net, the Social Democrats (S) outlined a set of measures in their shadow budget. The plan centers on scrapping the karensavdrag, expanding family support, and introducing targeted tax relief for ordinary earners. The announcements came during a Friday briefing led…
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General Strike October 3, 2025: Who Stops and Who Stays Open in Italy
What is happening with the October 3 general strike? A 24-hour general strike has been proclaimed in Italy for October 3, 2025, by the Si-Cobas union. The action runs from 21:00 on October 2 to 20:59 on October 3 and targets both public and private sectors not already involved in other mobilizations or local elections.…
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Global Courage Fleet: 30 Boats Still Sail Toward Gaza as Protests Erupt Worldwide
Global Courage Fleet Update: 30 Boats Continue Toward Gaza The Global Courage Fleet, a multinational maritime initiative, says that 30 vessels remain on course toward Gaza despite early reports of interference by the Israeli navy in international waters. In its latest communique, the fleet asserts that the mission continues to push for humanitarian access, while…