US adds just 29,000 jobs as unemployment rises before midterm elections
The US economy added 29,000 jobs in September, with unemployment rising to 4.2 percent, according to Labor Department.
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An embattled coal terminal could be a lifeline for US coal
West Oakland residents push legislation to block a coal terminal that could lead to air pollution in their area.
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As Chinese economy slows, experts say there will be ‘problems for Beijing’
While the ‘export engine is running very hot’, jobs are lagging, squeezing spending in China.
‘Escaping Beijing’: Why some young Chinese are quitting the capital
A slowing economy and rising prices are making it harder for young Chinese to thrive in the city.
Hundreds of experts warn the world must prepare now for AI’s impact
More than 200 economists and AI researchers call on leaders to immediately prepare for sweeping economic disruption.
Degree but no job: The battle against unemployment in Gaza
Gaza’s young graduates face sky-high unemployment as Israel’s war devastates job market.
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Why have 100,000 people been signed off work with ADHD in the UK?
New government statistics find four million people claimed disability benefits in April.
US job growth slows in June; hospitality sheds roles despite World Cup
Labour force participation dropped to its lowest level since March 2021, reaching 61.5 percent in June.
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Anti-migrant rally in South Africa demands undocumented foreigners leave
Anti-migrant rally in South Africa demands undocumented foreigners leave.
Published On 30 Jun 2026
‘My voice is being heard’: A month of India’s Cockroach Janta Party
Satirical party launches nationwide Gen Z protest to demand federal education minister’s removal over exam paper leaks.
From: This is America
Degrees without careers: Why US new graduates can’t find jobs
This is America will examine why recent college graduates are finding it hard to find jobs.
Published On 1 Jun 2026
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