At least 28 people killed as fire engulfs shoe factory in China
There were 237 factory workers and two visitors in the building when the fire broke out, authorities said.
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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
May Day in the age of AI: The new war on workers
As companies pour billions into AI, the fight for workers’ rights is being rewritten as a fight for the right to work.
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Rallies under way as workers gather for International Labour Day
Labour Day marches are being held as Iran war and rising energy prices threaten the global economy.
From: Africa Now
Africa’s abandoned workers in Lebanon
African migrant workers in Lebanon are caught in a war.
Published On 23 Apr 2026
Iran war forces job losses, reverse migration in India’s ceramic hub
The ceramics industry in Gujarat’s Morbi has been badly hit by fuel crisis, with most units closed and workers laid off.
