French unions plan June 6 protests against Macron and his pension law
French trade unions announced on Tuesday a new nationwide day of protests on June 6 against President Emmanuel Macron's decision to increase the retirement age by two years to 64.
Tue May 02 2023
Third wave of strikes over pension reform keeps pressure on Macron
Rail services were cancelled, schools disrupted and refinery deliveries halted as workers across multiple sectors walked out.
Tue Feb 07 2023
Trade unions call for more strikes over Macron's pension reform
More than a million people marched through French cities to denounce Macron's pension reform plans.
Fri Jan 20 2023
Strikes cripple Britain's railways, BA staff vote for walkout
A spike in the cost of food and fuel is pushing many household budgets to the brink, driving trade unions to demand higher pay increases.
Fri Jun 24 2022
Strikes cripple Britain's railways, unions warn of more to come
A spike in cost of food and fuel is pushing many household budgets to the brink and is driving trade unions to demand higher pay increases.
Thu Jun 23 2022
MTUC claims union busting serious problem, calls for action
The Malaysian Trades Union Congress says employers are using various unethical methods to undermine the effectiveness of unions.
Sat Apr 30 2016
National strike paralyses Belgium
Trade unions brought Belgium to a standstill Monday as the biggest general strike in years grounded flights, cut international rail links and shut sea ports.
Tue Dec 16 2014
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025