Youth unemployment in China is a sign that its economic problems are far from over
TAIPEI — A harbinger of China's economic decline has returned. The urban youth unemployment rate has been a commonly cited…
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For Harris and Trump, America's runaway debt is the elephant in the room | US Elections 2024
There was a time when the growing national debt of the United States was a major topic of discussion in…
Boeing softens job proposal in 'best and final' offer
Striking Boeing workers hold a rally at Boeing's Portland facility on September 19, 2024, in Portland, Oregon. Jordan Gale |…
Southwest Airlines warns employees that “difficult decisions” lie ahead
A Southwest Airlines plane takes off from Hollywood Burbank Airport on July 25, 2024 in Burbank, California. Mario Tama |…
After vowing to halt Japan's economic decline, Kishida leaves a mixed legacy | Economy & Business
In his first policy speech after taking office in October 2021, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged to “faithfully rebuild”…
Train drivers prepare for a prolonged strike
Boeing factory workers gather on a picket line during the first day of a strike near the entrance of a…
California unemployment rises as job growth slows
California's labor market weakened in late summer, with the unemployment rate rising again and the state adding a small number…
California emissions fall 2.4% thanks to electric vehicles and cleaner fuels
California’s greenhouse gas emissions fell by about 2.4% in 2022, an encouraging sign that the state’s carbon footprint is declining…
As Sri Lanka votes, $2.9 billion IMF loan looms | Elections
Ahead of Sri Lanka's presidential election, no issue is more central than the economy. As the South Asian country still…
China's failing economy and Kanye West shake hands
TAIPEI, Taiwan — A whirlwind tour of China by Ye — formerly known as Kanye West — has brought a…