Capital One announces plan to buy Discover
Capital One announced a definitive agreement under which the company will acquire Discover in an all-stock transaction valued at $35.3 billion.
Record-breaking 459,000 workers strike in 2023: US labor movement hits 23-year high
the nation saw 33 major work stoppages initiated last year, the highest count since the year 2000, which recorded 39 stoppages.
Biden is forgiving another $1.2 billion in student loan debt starting today
As loan servicers process their forgiveness, they will see their debts discharged from their accounts.
Starbucks workers across 14 states launch historic unionization bid in a single day
"It's important that we're recognized as people rather than profit machines."
Alabama court shocks nation: Frozen embryos declared children, threatening IVF
The case originated from an incident at a fertility clinic where frozen embryos were destroyed due to unauthorized access and mishandling.
Mexico is suing US gun-makers for arming its gangs—and a US court could award...
Mexico’s lawsuit holds out the prospect that the gun industry could be next.
“They were so close”: Israel kills medics trying to save dying 6-year-old Hind Rajab
"It is extremely important. The life and the story of Hind should not be end in this way."
Think tipping is out of control? Watch this.
From tipping to living wage: The fight for economic justice in the service industry.
What will generative AI mean for the racial wealth gap?
Big technological shifts have a history of keeping Black and other marginalized groups at or near the bottom of economic opportunities. Will this time be different?
Why won’t Biden wave the magic wand in his hand to stop Israel?
If stopping genocide is not a good enough reason for Biden to rein in Israel’s blood thirst, is losing the 2024 election a risk he’s willing to take?