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health20 days ago•2 min saved

Therapists Strike Over AI Replacements at Kaiser Permanente

Thousands of Kaiser Permanente mental health workers staged a 24-hour strike in Northern California, voicing fears that AI and automation are replacing licensed clinicians. They report triage and screenings being handled by unlicensed staff or apps, while management pressures charting and patient visits. Kaiser denies widespread automation, but union members, joined by thousands of nurses, say AI is already changing roles and worsening working conditions.

via Futurism|

#artificial-intelligence #health #healthcare

business26 days ago•5 min saved

Greeley JBS Plant Sees Major Strike as 3,800 Workers Demand Higher Wages and Safer Conditions

Thousands of JBS workers at the Greeley, Colorado meatpacking plant walked off after eight months of failed contract talks over pay and safety—about 3,800 employees picketed—as UFCW Local 7 says management sped up production and shifted costs; JBS says the union ended negotiations and rejected its offer. This marks the first meatpacking strike since 1985.

via The Colorado Sun|

#business #greeley #jbs

entertainment1 month ago•16 min saved

WGA Awards LA Ceremony Scrapped as Union Walkout Grips Los Angeles

The Writers Guild of America West canceled its Los Angeles Writers Guild Awards amid a staff strike over contract negotiations, with non-supervisory staff represented by the Pacific Northwest Staff Union on strike. WGAW says it won’t ask attendees to cross a picket line, and an alternative LA celebration for nominees will be scheduled later, while the New York ceremony will proceed as planned. The West/East unions are separate but share contract talks; the LA event would have been hosted by Atsuko Okatsuka and livestreamed on the WGA West YouTube channel.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#entertainment #labor-strike #los-angeles

entertainment3 months ago•3 min saved

South Park Creators Clash with Performers at Colorado Restaurant

The creators of South Park, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, are involved in a labor dispute at their Casa Bonita restaurant, where performers have unionized and gone on strike over unsafe working conditions and pay issues, leading to public protests and ongoing negotiations.

via Los Angeles Times|

#casa-bonita #entertainment #labor-strike

business7 months ago•1 min saved

Boeing Defense Workers Near Resolution After Strike

Boeing has reached a tentative five-year labor agreement with striking defense workers, primarily in Missouri, who have been on strike since August over wages and signing bonuses. The union members will vote on the deal this Friday, with details yet to be disclosed. The strike, the first in nearly 30 years, involved over 3,000 workers assembling F-15 fighter jets and missile systems, and follows a previous strike by commercial aircraft unionized workers.

via CNBC|

#boeing #business #defense-workers

local-politics9 months ago•7 min saved

Philadelphia's AFSCME DC 33 Strike Highlights Labor Tensions and Contract Resolutions

The Philadelphia AFSCME DC 33 strike revealed divisions within the city's labor movement, highlighting challenges in maintaining unity among unions and their relationships with city officials amid a contentious contract dispute and public support for workers.

via Inquirer.com|

#afscme-dc-33 #city-politics #labor-strike

world9 months ago•3 min saved

Safeway and Albertsons Workers Launch Strikes in Multiple Cities

Workers at Safeway and Albertsons in four Colorado cities initiated a limited strike over unfair labor practices, including understaffing, low wages, and health benefit issues, with the potential for expansion as more units consider joining, marking a significant labor action in Colorado.

via TheStreet|

#albertsons #colorado #labor-strike

business10 months ago•3 min saved

Grocery Workers' Strike Threats Escalate Across Major Chains

Kroger faces significant labor unrest with drivers and store workers authorizing strikes over demands for better wages, benefits, and working conditions, risking store closures and customer disruption amid ongoing negotiations.

via TheStreet|

#business #kroger #labor-strike

business1 year ago•1 min saved

Boeing Shares Surge as 737 MAX Production Resumes Post-Strike

Boeing shares rose after reports that the company resumed production of its 737 MAX aircraft following a seven-week halt due to a labor strike. The strike involved 33,000 workers and disrupted operations at a crucial time for Boeing, which has 4,200 outstanding orders for the 737 MAX. Production is currently capped at 38 planes per month due to FAA restrictions following a safety incident. Analysts predict Boeing will produce 29 planes monthly by 2025, facing challenges from supply chain issues and regulatory scrutiny.

via Benzinga|

#737-max #boeing #business

business1 year ago

Hennessy Workers Protest Against Cognac Bottling Shift to China

Hennessy workers have initiated a strike in response to the company's decision to begin bottling its cognac in China, a move that has raised concerns over job security and the preservation of traditional production methods in France.

via The New York Times|

#bottling #business #china

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Boeing Workers Secure Major Wage Hike, End Strike

Boeing workers have ratified a new contract after a seven-week strike, securing a 43.65% wage increase over four years, a $12,000 ratification bonus, and improved benefits. The contract was approved by a 59%-41% vote, following the rejection of a previous offer. Union leaders and supporters, including Rep. Pramila Jayapal, praised the agreement as a significant victory for workers, emphasizing the importance of fair wages and benefits. The deal is seen as setting a new standard in the aerospace industry, highlighting the power of collective bargaining.

via The Real News Network|

#aerospace-industry #boeing #business

business1 year ago•5 min saved

Boeing Workers Secure New Contract, Ending Strike with Industry Impact

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union members at Boeing have ratified a new contract, achieving a 43.65% compounded wage increase over four years. This agreement, facilitated by U.S. Secretary of Labor Julie Su, follows a two-month strike and sets a new standard for the aerospace industry. The contract includes a $12,000 ratification bonus, improved retirement contributions, and enhanced job security provisions, marking a significant victory for the 33,000 frontline workers involved.

via GOIAM|

#aerospace-industry #boeing #business

business1 year ago•2 min saved

Boeing Machinists Vote on Contract to Potentially End Strike

Boeing machinists, represented by IAM District 751, have voted on a new contract proposal aimed at ending a nearly two-month-long strike. The proposal includes a 38% wage increase, improved 401(k) contributions, and a $12,000 ratification bonus, but does not reinstate pension plans. Union leaders have urged acceptance of the offer, describing it as one of the strongest contracts in aerospace history. The strike has significantly impacted Boeing's production, with potential losses of $1 billion per month, and has drawn attention from political leaders urging a fair resolution.

via KING5.com|

#aerospace-industry #boeing #business

business1 year ago•1 min saved

Ford's October Sales Surge 15% Amid Labor Strike Recovery

Ford Motor reported a 15.2% increase in U.S. vehicle sales in October 2024, recovering from subdued levels due to a union strike in 2023. The growth was driven by a 29.2% rise in truck sales, despite a decline in electric vehicle sales by 8.3%. Ford's market share increased to 12.6%, with hybrid vehicle sales up 38.5%. The company plans to pause production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning from mid-November to early January.

via CNBC|

#business #electric-vehicles #ford

economy1 year ago•2 min saved

Nigeria Faces Power Outages and Airport Closures Amid Wage Protests

Nigeria's largest labor unions have initiated a strike demanding higher wages amid record inflation, leading to nationwide electricity cuts and the closure of major airports. The unions seek to raise the minimum monthly wage from 30,000 naira ($20) to nearly 500,000 naira ($336), a move the government argues could destabilize the economy. The strike has caused significant disruptions, including stranded passengers and halted government operations.

via The Associated Press|

#economy #electricity #inflation