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Inside the 15-Day Strike That Cost UPS Over $600 Million

Inside the 15-Day Strike That Cost UPS Over $600 Million

In August 1997, the United Parcel Service (UPS) strike marked a significant moment in the history of labor relations in the United States. Led by t...

How the Civil Liberties Act Acknowledged a Historic Injustice

How the Civil Liberties Act Acknowledged a Historic Injustice

The Civil Liberties Act of 1988 stands as a significant piece of legislation in U.S. history, addressing the injustices faced by Japanese Americans...

Lawmakers Propose Lifetime Identity Protection for 2015 OPM Breach Victims

Lawmakers Propose Lifetime Identity Protection for 2015 OPM Breach Victims

Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Mark Warner and Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton are set to introduce the RECOVER PII Act, which aims to provide lifetime identity protection for victims of the 2015 Office of Personnel Management (OPM) data breaches. These breaches exposed sensitive personal information of approximately 22 million federal employees, contractors, and others. The current identity protection services, which were mandated to last for at least 10 years, are set to expire soon. The proposed legislation seeks to extend these protections indefinitely, ensuring that affected individuals continue to receive necessary identity protection services.

How 100,000 Signatures Helped Fuel a Historic Labor Showdown

How 100,000 Signatures Helped Fuel a Historic Labor Showdown

The 1997 United Parcel Service (UPS) strike was a landmark event in the history of labor movements in the United States. Led by the International B...

US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker

US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Aug 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration gave long-awaited approval on Monday to Boeing's 737 MAX 7, a milestone for the American planemaker that has waited years to sell the smallest version of its best-selling airplane.

Matewan Film Highlights Historical Labor Struggles and Union Importance

Matewan Film Highlights Historical Labor Struggles and Union Importance

John Sayles, the writer and director of the 1987 film 'Matewan', reflects on the film's relevance to the labor movement. The film dramatizes the 1920 Matewan Massacre, a significant event in labor history where coal miners in West Virginia faced violent opposition while attempting to unionize. Sayles was inspired to create the film after learning about the event during his travels in West Virginia. The film aims to remind audiences of the critical role unions play in protecting workers' rights and the challenges they face, including racial and ethnic divisions used to prevent unionization.

Federal Workers Sue Trump Administration Over Transgender Procedure Ban

Federal Workers Sue Trump Administration Over Transgender Procedure Ban

Five federal workers have filed a class-action lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) ban on coverage for transgender procedures. The lawsuit, filed by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, argues that the ban violates federal prohibitions on sex discrimination in the workplace. The plaintiffs are seeking coverage for transgender treatments for themselves or family members, citing financial hardship due to the lack of insurance coverage.

Trump vowed to 'bring free speech back.' Judges in 75 cases ruled that he has stifled it

Trump vowed to 'bring free speech back.' Judges in 75 cases ruled that he has stifled it

Aug 4 - U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly campaigned for his second term as a champion of free expression, vowing in his January 2025 inaugural address to stop what he described as years of "government censorship."

Congress Advances Legislation to Streamline Advanced Air Mobility Certification

Congress Advances Legislation to Streamline Advanced Air Mobility Certification

The U.S. Congress is advancing legislation to streamline the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) type certification process for advanced air mobility (AAM) operations. This includes electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act, introduced by a bipartisan group of senators, aims to update the FAA's procedures to facilitate the commercial operation of novel aircraft designs. The bill has passed the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and awaits further consideration. A companion bill in the House, championed by Rep. Andre Carson and Rep. Troy Nehls, is pending committee action.

This Day in History: PATCO Launched a Strike That Shook U.S. Aviation

This Day in History: PATCO Launched a Strike That Shook U.S. Aviation

In 1981, air traffic controllers in the United States faced a host of challenges that ultimately led to a significant labor strike. The Professiona...

On This Day: The Hatch Act Took Aim at Political Abuse in Government

On This Day: The Hatch Act Took Aim at Political Abuse in Government

The Hatch Act of 1939 was a significant piece of legislation aimed at curbing political manipulation by federal employees. Named after Senator Carl...

FAA Proposes Environmental Waivers for Commercial Space Launches

FAA Proposes Environmental Waivers for Commercial Space Launches

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a rule to waive requirements under 13 environmental statutes for commercial space licenses and permits. This proposal aims to streamline approval processes and increase U.S. commercial space launch activities by 2030. The rule responds to an Executive Order focused on enhancing competition in the commercial space industry. Public comments on the proposal are invited within 30 days of its publication in the Federal Register.