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Trump’s latest ‘forced labour tariffs’: Who’s been hit, how badly?
Countries accounting for almost all of the US’s trade have been hit with tariffs between 10 and 12.5 percent.
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UN adopts treaty setting standards for gig economy workers
The protections included in the world-first agreement include enforcing minimum wage requirements and obligations.
From: Fault Lines
Black Lung Rising
Fault Lines investigates a surge in black lung among younger coal miners in Appalachia, and gaps in dust protections.
Published On 4 Jun 2026
From: This is America
Degrees without careers: Why US new graduates can’t find jobs
This is America will examine why recent college graduates are finding it hard to find jobs.
Published On 1 Jun 2026
Gas explosion at Chinese coal mine kills 82 people
President Xi Jinping has called on authorities nationwide to learn from the incident.
Top UN court rules workers’ right to strike ‘protected’ in key treaty
The nonbinding ruling is expected to be hailed as a victory by workers’ groups and influence global labour relations.
From: This is America
US AI boom: Opportunity and risk
Most Americans oppose nearby AI data centres as they strain land, power & copyright, while experts warn workers
Published On 19 May 2026
Los Angeles World Cup stadium workers threaten strike over ICE deployment
Workers represented by a local union say ICE presence would create a climate of fear during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
From: NewsFeed
Mexico teachers threaten World Cup disruption over pay
Mexico’s teachers are threatening to disrupt next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup if their demands for higher pay.
Published On 16 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
Roads blocked in Bolivia as protesters demand president’s resignation
Bolivia faces growing unrest as widespread road blockades disrupt travel across major cities.
Published On 12 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
Rallies under way as workers gather for International Labour Day
Workers, activists and trade unions around the world marked May Day with rallies on Friday.
Published On 2 May 2026
