Biden admin issues rule that could curb ‘gig’ work, contracting
The U.S. Department of Labor on Tuesday issued a final rule that will force companies to treat some workers as employees rather than less expensive independent contractors, in a move…
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U.S. job openings rise to 10.1 million in April
U.S. job openings unexpectedly rose in April and data for the prior month was revised higher, pointing to persistent strength in the labor market that could compel the Federal Reserve…
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More Americans apply for jobless benefits
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits increased moderately last week and data for the prior two weeks was revised sharply lower likely as fraudulent applications from…
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Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits
The number of Americans filing new claims for jobs benefits fell more than expected last week, with applications in Massachusetts decreasing sharply, suggesting the labor market remains tight. Initial claims…
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McDonald’s fined over workers as young as 10
More than 300 minors, including two 10-year-olds, were found working at McDonald’s later and longer than the law permits, a Department of Labor investigation found. Three separate franchisees that oversee…
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Jobless aid claims rising but still at low levels
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid was higher over the past few months than the government had initially reported, reflecting a modest rise in layoffs as the economy has…
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More Americans file for jobless claims last week
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose moderately last week, showing no signs yet that tightening credit conditions were having a material impact on the tight…
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Biden issues 1st veto for Labor Dept. ‘ESG’ rule
President Joe Biden issued the first veto of his presidency Monday on a resolution to overturn a retirement investment rule that allows managers of retirement funds to consider the impact…
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US jobless claims rise by most in 5 months
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits increased by the most in five months last week, but the underlying trend remained consistent with a tight labor market.…
Read MoreJan. US job openings dip, but still high at 10.8M
U.S. job openings fell less than expected in January and data for the prior month was revised higher, pointing to persistently tight labor market conditions that likely will keep the…
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Biden to nominate Julie Su as next Labor Sec.
President Joe Biden will nominate Julie Su to serve as Labor secretary, according to three people familiar with the matter. Su, who currently serves as the deputy Labor secretary, would…
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