COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

Oct 20 2025SPORTS

MLB's Future Lockout: How It's Shaking Up This Offseason

The world of Major League Baseball is already feeling the ripples of a potential lockout set to hit in late 2026. With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire on December 1, 2026, teams and players are starting to think about how this might shake up the game. In the past, free agents often signed short-term deals. This was a smart move. It allowed ...

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Aug 22 2025SPORTS

Jerry Jones and the Art of Bending the Rules

Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, has a habit that's causing quite a stir. He's been known to negotiate contracts directly with players, even when they have agents. This might not seem like a big deal, but it's actually a pretty sneaky move. You see, agents are there to represent players and make sure they get the best deal. But Jones seems to think he ca...

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Jul 20 2025SPORTS

WNBA Stars Stand Up for Fair Pay

In Indianapolis, something big happened at the WNBA All-Star Game. Players from both teams, Team Clark and Team Collier, showed up in special warmup shirts. These shirts had a clear message: "Pay us what you owe us. " This wasn't just a fashion statement; it was a bold move to get people's attention. The idea came together on the same day as the game. Players met up...

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Jul 12 2025HEALTH

What Do Neurosurgery Experts Think About Resident Unions?

Unions are common in many jobs, even in healthcare. Nurses, for example, often have unions to help them. Lately, resident doctors have been forming unions too. They want better work conditions and benefits. But will this help or hurt neurosurgery training? That's what this study wanted to find out. Neurosurgery is a tough field. It takes a lot of training and hard w...

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

A Clash Over Clothes: Baristas Push Back on New Dress Code

Baristas across the United States are making a stand. Over a thousand of them, working at 75 stores, have walked off the job. Their issue? A new dress code that went into effect this week. The company wants them to wear solid black shirts and khaki, black, or blue jeans underneath their iconic green aprons. Before this, baristas had more freedom. They could wear a va...

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May 11 2025POLITICS

Unions Under Siege: The Fight for Federal Workers' Rights

Federal worker unions are in a tough spot. The current administration has been making it hard for them to do their jobs. One union leader, Anthony Lee, found out about mass layoffs at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the hard way. Employees were getting fired as they tried to enter the building. No one told the union in advance. This is just one example of how ...

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Apr 11 2025SPORTS

Baseball's Big Money Divide: Could a Salary Cap Change the Game?

The world of Major League Baseball is facing a significant shift. Team owners are quietly discussing the possibility of implementing a salary cap. This change could reshape the financial landscape of the sport. The current Collective Bargaining Agreement is set to expire in December 2026. This means negotiations between owners and players are on the horizon. The MLB ...

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

The Vanishing Workers: Federal Office Ghost Towns

Have you ever wondered where federal workers are these days? According to Senator Joni Ernst, a whopping 94% of them are either out of sight or working remotely, long after the pandemic has ended. DC's federal buildings are a ghost town, with a measly 12% occupancy rate. What's the deal with all this? Ernst raised the question: If federal employees aren't at their d...

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

Teachers in Marblehead Take a Stand: A Closer Look at Stalled Contract Negotiations

The Marblehead Education Association (MEA) has decided to make a bold move in their negotiations for a new collective-bargaining agreement. They have announced that teachers will only work the hours and responsibilities outlined in their contract, effectively halting any extra activities like after-school help or serving on committees. This decision comes after the l...

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Sep 16 2024POLITICS

Science in the Crosshairs: How Biden is Protecting the Integrity of Scientific Research

The Biden administration has been working tirelessly to "Trump-proof" science, ensuring that government scientists are shielded from political interference in their research and findings. This move is a direct response to the Trump administration's repeated attempts to suppress, downplay, or ignore scientific research that contradicts their political agenda. But wha...

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