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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 reports on the plan of Cruise, the self-driving subsidiary of automaker General Motors, to lay off about a quarter of its workforce as the company reduces costs after the California Department of Motor Vehicles shut down its robot taxi operations due to alleged misrepresentation of its technology. It traces the troubles of Cruise to a Cruise driverless taxi accident. It raises questions about the future of self-driving cars and the business model of the self-driving car industry.

The article reports on the plan by the British government to impose tax cuts for workers by early 2024 to encourage them to return to work. Also cited are the aim of the ruling Conservative party to increase its chances of winning in the election through the cuts, and the comment of British financial official Jeremy Hunt on the issue.

The article reports on the signs of a lasting labor crisis in the U..S. as employers struggle to attract workers while the baby boom population is aging out of the workforce and subsequent generations are not enough to replace it. It informs about the unemployment rate in Vermont, problem with demographics and labor shortages. It discusses the importance of providing higher wages and work opportunities, challenge of housing shortage, and benefit of investing in automation for older workers.

The article reports on the results of a study on the effects of shifting to remote work, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic, in the U.S. Based on data, 54% of Americans shifted to remote work in 2020 compared to 4% in 2019. Among the effects are the significant adverse effects to brick-and-mortar businesses, the benefits to businesses like grocery stores, and the increase in rents in affordable markets.

The article reports on updates on the U.S. labor sector, particularly on whether employers are miscalculating the strikes staged by their workers. Also cited are the almost five-month strike by Hollywood writers in which they secured wage increases and minimum staffing levels for shows, the talks between the United Automobile Workers (UAW) union and car makers Ford Motor, General Motors, and Stellantis, and the comment by independent producer Peter Newman on the effects of the strikes.

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.

The article reveals that many museums in New York City raise entry fees as attendance lags. Topics discussed include decline in membership at the Guggenheim Museum since 2019, remarks from Sara Fox, a spokeswoman for the Guggenheim, and limitations of pay-what-you-wish policies. It also mentions findings of a survey by the nonprofit American Alliance of Museums.

The article reports on corporate trends worldwide, particularly the focus by companies of ensuring political security amidst the changing economic playing field due partly to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It cites the case of Finnish tire company Nokiah Tyre, whose decision to build a tire factory in Oradea, Romania was based on the combination of real estate, transport links, labor supply, and pro-business environment. Also cited is the comment of the firm's Jukka Moisio on their decision.

The article focuses on individuals in New York City who have addressed significant challenges in unconventional ways. Topics include Jill Jacobs, who navigates tensions within the Jewish community as the leader of T'ruah; Debra Ack's activism in the East New York Community Land Trust, battling housing issues; and various other figures, including Rob Buchanan advocating for waterfront access and Ricci Yuhico managing the Teen Center at the New York Public Library.

The article offers information on Israel's economy, expected to shrink by 2 percent this quarter due to the war with Hamas.

The article offers news briefs including toymaker Hasbro cutting 17 percent of its workforce, software firm Nvidia to expand its partnership with Vietnam's technology firms, and outrage faced by Zara Advertisement Campaign for featuring mannequins with missing limbs and wrapped statues.

The article focuses on Spotify announcing its third round of layoffs in 2023, cutting nearly a fifth of its workforce, or 17 percent of staff, as the music streaming platform grapples with the challenges of achieving consistent profitability, citing economic slowdown and increased capital costs.

The article focuses on the changing dynamics of U.S.-China relations, highlighting the generational shift in China, where younger people are seeking a different way of life and emphasizing the need for the U.S. to adapt its views on China's political system.

The article discusses job cuts in Amazon's Alexa unit, Eli Lilly's 2.5 billion dollars investment in a German plant for diabetes drugs, and Fisker's strategy shift aiming to improve electric vehicle deliveries; concluding with Wall Street's optimism over reduced inflation and Fed rate cuts.

The article focuses on the diversity and positive contributions of immigrants in Queens, contrasting it with Donald Trump's anti-immigration stance, which includes inflammatory language and proposed drastic policies that could lead to an economic disaster and are described as fascist-adjacent.

The article highlights a record high share of American women working for pay, with the most significant gains seen among mothers of children under 5, particularly those who are married and have college degrees, as remote work and increased flexibility have enabled them to balance work and parenting. It mentions the increase in remote work, government policies, and cultural shifts have contributed to this trend, government policies, and cultural shifts, with challenges for less educated mothers.

The article focuses on recent victories by the United Auto Workers, including tentative agreements with major automakers, and how these successes in organized labor could contribute to a reduction in economic inequality in the U.S.

The article focuses on the impact of technological progress on economic growth and highlights the transformative role of the birth control pill in expanding women's choices and its profound economic and societal effects, recognizing Claudia Goldin's Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.

The article focuses on the looming pay cuts for federal wildland firefighters, who face potential substantial salary reductions after temporary pay raises are set to expire, threatening to exacerbate the staffing crisis in the face of increasingly severe wildfires.

The article focuses on Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of a bill that would have made California the first state to expressly ban discrimination based on caste, citing that existing laws already covered it, which is seen as a victory for some Hindu residents who argued that the bill unfairly.

The article discusses how salary transparency laws are benefiting workers entering the job market in the U.S. According to new graduate Yun Yati Naing, the laws' disclosure requirements allowed her to choose the job she wants. Also cited are the states enacting said laws like Washington State, California, and Colorado.

The article reports on the plan laid out by Meta Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mark Zuckerberg to blend artificial intelligence (AI) with virtual reality in multiverse. It discusses initiatives under the plan including improvements to the short-form video product Reels to better compete with video-sharing app TikTok, the development of the Project 92 social app, and AI assistant that aid people across Meta's apps. It also shows Zuckerberg's defense of the use of open source technology.

The article reports that Chinese activists were affected by social media service Twitter's decision to reduce workforce. Topics discussed include estimated number of prominent Chinese dissidents and activists who have experienced similar visibility problems on Twitter, issues that have plagued the social media service since billionaire Elon Musk took over the company in October 2022, and root of the issues faced by the Chinese activists' Twitter accounts.

The article focuses on New York Public Radio's plan to reduce its workforce by approximately 12 percent due to a sharp decline in the advertising market, affecting about 340 full-time and part-time employees. It mentions the organization's president, LaFontaine Oliver, expressed the challenges posed by macroeconomic factors and emphasized the preservation of journalism and music efforts amid the job cuts.

The article focuses on the Joe Biden administration's efforts to "Trump-proof" the civil service by proposing a new rule that would make it more challenging to reinstate a Trump-era executive order that could have allowed the removal of job protections from many career federal employees.