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The article reports that a growing number of rental properties in the U.S. are in financial distress and some of them have stopped making payments on their mortgages in 2024 despite the increase in rents. Cited are the worry by analysts that as many as 20% of all loans on apartment properties could be at risk of default, the factors that have caused the problem for apartment owners, and other problems facing commercial real estate.

The article reports on the implementation of a law in Greece in July 2024 that allows private companies to enforce a six-day workweek aimed to prop up the aging work force. Cited are the provisions of the law, the opposition of labor unions of the move, and the reasons that some think a six-day model could help the country deal with the shortage of skilled labor.

The article highlights the crowdfunding campaign by neighbor groups in Traverse City, Michigan that helped finance the construction and development of a mixed-use building, called Commongrounds, which gave locals a place to live. Features of the building include apartments, hotel rooms. a restaurant, commercial kitchens, food market and a coffee training center. Focus is given on the project's cooperative management approach to operations.

The article reports that electric carmaker Tesla has informed employees on April 15, 2024 that it would lay off more than 10% of its workforce and that two senior executives are resigning. Cited are the decline in sales for the first quarter of 2024 as well as the drop in company's stock during the year, how Tesla is losing its edge over Chinese competitors as well as the factors behind Tesla's troubles, and the impact of slow innovation for the most valuable car company in the world.

The article reports on the lawsuit filed by pregnant officers against the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for violation of laws like the 1978 Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

The article focuses on the fact that thousands of unionized workers at Samsung Electronics in South Korea, who had gone on strike last month, returned to work by Monday after failing to win concessions from the company.

The article focuses on Intel's decision to cut over 15,000 jobs and implement other cost-saving measures as part of a major turnaround plan, causing its stock to drop significantly.

The article focuses on CNN announcing approximately 100 job cuts across its workforce, alongside plans for a new subscription-only digital offering by the end of the year, part of a strategy aimed at revitalizing its digital presence and regaining leadership in news experiences.

The article focuses on unionized workers at Samsung Electronics escalating their labor dispute by declaring an indefinite strike due to grievances over pay and working conditions, potentially disrupting the company's leading position in the global chip market.

The article reports on the rising trend of female employment in Japan that is seeing success in the country's womenomics policies. It attributes the labor force growth to increased immigration and recovery of the labor force from the pandemic. Factors that played a role in freeing up women for work in Japan include increase in child care center capacity and the changing attitudes toward family.

The article reports on the Top Talent Pass Scheme in Hong Kong, China aimed to entice professionals from mainland China and around the world. Reasons cited by mainland Chinese for seeking the professional workers visa include better pay, career opportunities and schools, greater freedom and respect for women and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. Factors propelling mainlanders to seek the visa include China's economy and the open financial system and autonomy in Hong Kong.

The article reports on the political, logistical and administrative obstacles face by U.S. migrants who are ready to work. It informs the rise in the number of work authorizations given to people seeking or granted asylum, refugees and those covered by temporary protected status and humanitarian parole from 2022 to 2023. It shows the difficulty experienced by migrants in completing the process of work permit applications or visa renewal.

The article discusses the U.S. book industry's struggle with diversity as reflected on a survey by publishing house Lee & Low which revealed that 72.5 percent of workers in the publishing industry are white. Topics discussed include publishers' promise to reshape the industry following nationwide protests over racial inequality, the slow pace of diversity, equity and inclusion programs at publishing companies, and publishers' challenges with retaining and promoting people of color.

The article discusses Seattle Rep's response to ongoing financial challenges, including a 12 percent reduction in staff aimed at prioritizing in-house productions over external collaborations amidst declining subscriber numbers and budget deficits. It mentions artistic director Dámaso Rodriguez emphasizes a strategic shift towards sustainability while scaling back certain programs to focus on core artistic endeavors.

The article focuses on Pixar's decision to halt the production of original shows for Disney+ and reduce its workforce by 14 percent, citing a return to focus on feature films, following questions about the studio's performance after the release of "Lightyear" and "Elemental."

The article focuses on addressing clashes in the workplace caused by a Gen Z employee's passionate advocacy for social justice, suggesting guidance on how to balance her desire for self-expression and activism with maintaining professional boundaries.

The article discusses how U.S. stocks rose to a record high after a three-day lull, with gains in the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq, driven by companies like Merck and Cintas, while Nvidia and GameStop experienced losses, and the bond market remained stable ahead of economic reports.

The article offers news brief as of March 28, 2024 which includes Kimberly-Clark reorganizes into three units to cut costs; H&M's quarterly profit surpasses expectations with a focus on core clientele; China wins steel tariff dispute against Australia at the WTO, accepting the ruling.

The article focuses on Vice Media planning to lay off several hundred employees, primarily from its digital publishing division, marking the latest in a series of severe cutbacks as the company faces financial challenges and aims to address mounting losses.

The article focuses on the increase in American workers' productivity, with a 2.7 percent rise in 2023, and how this surge can positively impact businesses, potentially leading to higher wages and averted economic downturns, as observed by some economists.

The article focuses on freelance writers and editors suing the Department of Labor over a rule that would make it harder for employers to treat workers as independent contractors, arguing that it restricts their right to self-employment and is part of an ongoing assault on their rights.

The article focuses on Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, announcing the layoff of over 500 employees, constituting 10 percent of its global workforce, as part of new cost-cutting measures amid similar actions by other tech companies.

The article focuses on Estee Lauder's plan to cut 3-5 present of its global workforce as part of a restructuring program aimed at increasing profits, while reporting falling profits and revenue in the second quarter; Grammy Awards' viewership increased by 34 present over the previous year's ceremony, reaching 16.9 million viewers; and Wall Street slipping from its record high as investors expect a delay in interest rate cuts due to signals of a strong economy.

The article focuses on the use of the term "rightsizing" by tech companies to describe job cuts made in response to changing economic conditions, noting that more than 260,000 tech employees were laid off in 2023, and companies like Google continue to implement such measures.

The article focuses on Xerox's announcement of a 15 percent reduction in its workforce, part of a restructuring plan aimed at shifting the company's focus from its traditional photocopier business to business services, causing a more than 12 percent drop in its shares.