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A new pilot project promoting flexible working options has been initiated in an effort to catch the attention of a potential Labour government. The program, open for companies starting November, intends to present its findings in summer 2025 with hopes that it will influence future work policies. In recent years,

Thousands of Disneyland and hotel workers in California have announced their intention to vote on a potential walkout following an unfair labor practice strike vote proposed by three trade unions representing the park's "cast members." This could mark the most significant work stoppage across US theme

US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell cautioned Congress on Tuesday about potential threats posed by keeping interest rates high for extended periods. "Higher-than-desired inflation isn't the sole concern," he emphasized during a congressional hearing, indicating that while curbing inflation remains essential, timing reductions in policy measures

BP anticipates a substantial financial impact of nearly $3 billion due to decreased fuel demand affecting its refining sector's performance for April through June. The energy titan has cautioned that reduced realised refining margins could lead to earnings loss between $500 million and $700 million for the quarter.

Thames Water experiences a 6% increase in pollution incidents over three-year period Thames Water's handling of wastewater treatment has been under scrutiny as the company reports an uptick in pollution events during the fiscal year ending March 2024. This spike, translating to a rise from 331 reported incidents

A United Airlines flight experienced a malfunction during takeoff from Los Angeles International Airport when one of its landing-gear wheels detached but was able to safely return to Denver with all passengers and crew unharmed. The incident is under investigation by the airline, which stated that they are working diligently