California fast-food workers to earn minimum of $20 an hour under new law
(Reuters) -Fast-food workers in California will earn a minimum of $20 an hour and have a greater say in setting
2023-09-29 17:49
Inflation drops sharply in Europe. It offers a glimmer of hope, but higher oil prices loom
Inflation is down in Europe
2023-09-29 17:23
As employers face labor shortages, Biden administration rolls out playbook for training workers
The Biden administration is releasing a playbook on best practices for training workers as the low 3.8% unemployment rate and years of underinvestment have left manufacturers, construction firms and other employers with unfilled jobs
2023-09-29 17:16
Stock market today: Asian shares mixed, with most regional markets closed after Wall St ticks higher
Asian markets are mixed, with only a few open due to public holidays across the region
2023-09-29 14:46
UK economy grows 0.2% in Q2 2023
LONDON British gross domestic product in the second quarter of 2023 was 0.2% higher than the quarter before,
2023-09-29 14:22
Millions take to China's railways, roads, air in 1st big autumn holiday since end of zero-COVID
Many millions of Chinese tourists are expected to travel within their country, splurging on hotels, tours, attractions and meals in a boost to the economy during the 8-day autumn holiday period that began Friday
2023-09-29 14:19
South Sudan’s leader discusses closer ties in energy, trade with Russian President Putin
Visiting South Sudan President Salva Kiir has agreed in a meeting with Russia’s president to expand their relationship in energy, trade and other areas, notably oil
2023-09-29 13:56
Asian Stocks Trim Biggest Quarterly Loss in a Year: Markets Wrap
Stocks rose in Asia on the last trading day of the quarter amid optimism over spending during China’s
2023-09-29 13:28
PineBridge Is Bullish on China as Xi Turns More Pragmatic
PineBridge Investments has turned bullish on China saying the authorities are starting to look more determined to bolster
2023-09-29 13:20
Europe's oldest shoe found in Spanish bat cave
The 6,000 year old woven sandals are among dozens of prehistoric objects being analysed by scientists.
2023-09-29 12:55
What's streaming now: Ed Sheeran, 'The Voice,' 'The Golden Bachelor' and Wes Anderson returns
This week’s new entertainment releases include an album from Ed Sheeran centered on his relationships, a spinoff of “The Bachelor” starring a 72-year-old widower and Wes Anderson returns for a second time this year with “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar” starring Benedict Cumberbatch
2023-09-29 12:16
Vietnam’s Economy Picks Up Speed as Exports Rise Again
Vietnam’s economy accelerated for a second straight quarter on the back of stronger performances by its key growth
2023-09-29 11:47