Labor
Nationwide May Day protests call for economic blackout
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Thousands of activists, union members and students mobilized across the United States on May 1, 2026, for May Day demonstrations under the 'May Day Strong' banner. Organizers urged a boycott of school, work and shopping to protest Trump administration policies and demand taxing the wealthy. Events unfolded in cities including New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago and others.
Labor Minister Bärbel Bas has called on unions and employers to resume talks on reforming working hours. She made the announcement at the DGB federal congress.
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Finance Minister Dario Durigan reiterated his opposition on Tuesday to any financial compensation for companies due to the reduction in working hours in Brazil.
Labor Minister Yassierli has issued Permenaker No. 7 of 2026 on Outsourcing Work. The rules restrict contract worker recruitment to specific sectors to protect employees. The regulation was released ahead of Labor Day on May 1, 2026.
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The United States Department of Agriculture announced proposed changes in February to increase line speeds at meat processing plants, aiming to lower costs and stabilize food supplies. Critics including labor unions and environmental groups argue the moves endanger workers, public health, and the environment. The public comment period closed last week.
Japan Airlines plans to deploy humanoid robots for sorting luggage and loading cargo at Tokyo's Haneda Airport starting in May 2026. The three-year trial addresses a severe labor shortage amid rising passenger numbers. Partnering with GMO AI & Robotics, the airline will test models from Chinese firms Unitree and UBTECH.
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The government began on Friday the process for two judges nearing 75 to remain in office, including Víctor Arturo Pesino, who upheld the labor reform. Pesino signed with María Dora González the ruling suspending a precautionary measure against the law. The CGT criticized the decision and plans to appeal.
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