The article on wsws.org details the ongoing contract negotiations between the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) and the United States Postal Service (USPS). It criticizes the APWU leadership for allegedly collaborating with the USPS to impose a contract that would further exploit postal workers. The article claims the proposed contract includes inadequate wage increases thatContinue reading “Defend Public Services: Broaden the Strike!”
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Pacific Labor
Across several countries, workers are engaging in strikes and walkouts due to various grievances related to wages, working conditions, and management practices. In India, construction workers in Andhra Pradesh are striking over overdue wages, highlighting issues of payment delays and economic insecurity. Simultaneously, in Himachal Pradesh, emergency ambulance workers have walked out, indicating potential concernsContinue reading “Pacific Labor”
Ankara’s Unforgotten
On October 10, 2015, twin suicide bombings in Ankara, Turkey, targeting a peace rally organized by leftist and Kurdish groups, resulted in the deaths of over 100 people and injuries to hundreds more. The rally aimed to protest the escalating violence between the Turkish state and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK). The article suggests theContinue reading “Ankara’s Unforgotten”
American Volcano: Eruption?
The article argues that the United States is experiencing a profound and escalating crisis of American capitalism, marked by social inequality, political polarization, and the erosion of democratic norms. This crisis is not unique to the US but represents a global phenomenon. The piece highlights the increasing wealth disparity, with a small elite accumulating vastContinue reading “American Volcano: Eruption?”
Burnham’s Bus Betrayal
The article discusses a tentative agreement reached between the United Auto Workers (UAW) union and John Deere, potentially ending a strike involving over 10,000 workers. The agreement was reached after Deere threatened to replace striking workers and the UAW delayed calling a strike at CNH, another agricultural machinery company. The article criticizes the UAW’s handlingContinue reading “Burnham’s Bus Betrayal”
Machado’s Nobel Moment
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado remains barred from running in the upcoming presidential elections despite winning the opposition primary by a landslide. She argues that the ban is unconstitutional and politically motivated, aiming to prevent her from challenging President Nicolás Maduro. Machado’s disqualification stems from accusations of alleged irregularities during her time as aContinue reading “Machado’s Nobel Moment”
Port Fee Retaliation
China has condemned the recent passage of a U.S. guided-missile destroyer and a Canadian frigate through the Taiwan Strait, labeling it a deliberate provocation and a threat to regional peace and stability. The Chinese military’s Eastern Theater Command stated it monitored the ships’ passage and remained on high alert. China views Taiwan as a renegadeContinue reading “Port Fee Retaliation”
Nor’easter’s Massachusetts Assault
A potent Nor’easter is forecasted to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Massachusetts and the wider New England region starting this weekend. The storm is expected to intensify rapidly offshore, potentially reaching bomb cyclone status, characterized by a significant drop in atmospheric pressure. Coastal areas are predicted to bear the brunt of the storm,Continue reading “Nor’easter’s Massachusetts Assault”
October 2025 Mortgage Outlook
As of October 10, 2025, mortgage refinance rates are showing some fluctuation. The average rates for a 30-year fixed-rate refinance are hovering around 7.5%, while 15-year fixed-rate refinance rates are averaging approximately 6.8%. These rates are influenced by various factors, including economic indicators, inflation data, and the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. The article notes thatContinue reading “October 2025 Mortgage Outlook”
Iron Ore Resale: China’s Strategy Shift
China is reportedly establishing a state-backed entity to centralize iron ore purchases, aiming to gain greater negotiating power with major suppliers like Australia’s BHP and Rio Tinto. This move is designed to consolidate demand and secure better pricing amid concerns about China’s reliance on a few large international iron ore producers. The new entity, stillContinue reading “Iron Ore Resale: China’s Strategy Shift”