GM makes counteroffer to UAW in strike talks
GM said the offer was its sixth since talks between the sides began. A source familiar with the talks said there had been movement in a few key areas......»»
COP28 opens with "historic" launch of loss and damage fund
Nearly 200 nations agreed Thursday to launch a fund to support countries hit by global warming, in a "historic" moment at the start of UN climate talks in the oil-rich UAE......»»
Hundreds of new oil and gas projects approved despite climate crisis
More than 400 oil and gas projects were approved globally in the last two years despite calls to abandon all new hydrocarbon development, new figures showed as the UN COP28 climate talks opened Thursday......»»
Ford says UAW strike cut profits by $1.7B; new contract to cost $8.8B
Ford said the UAW's new contract would increase labor costs by $8.8 billion, or an average of $900 per vehicle in 2028......»»
Nations urged to phase out fossil fuels at UN climate talks
The UN climate conference opens in Dubai on Thursday with nations urged to increase the pace of action on global warming and phase out fossil fuels, amid intense scrutiny of oil-rich hosts UAE......»»
Get the limited edition Racing Yellow Nomad Apple Watch band and iPhone case while they last
Following up on the slick limited edition Strike Sport Apple Watch band, Nomad is out with its latest limited run band and iPhone case. Here are all the details on the new vibrant Racing Yellow finish for Nomad’s popular Apple Watch Sport Band and.....»»
GM says UAW strike cost $1.1 billion, announces stock buyback, boosts dividend
Union workers this month ratified the contract with GM, which extends through April 2028 and won support from 55 percent of the nearly 36,000 UAW members who voted......»»
Five things to watch for at COP28 climate talks
Deadly floods in the Horn of Africa. Summer wildfires that ravaged Canadian forests. Global temperature records unprecedented in the history of humanity......»»
8 most surprising TV show cancellations of 2023
The eight most surprising TV show cancellations of 2023 include some victims of the writer's strike and cost-cutting, and a few that left some fans baffled......»»
Here"s why union support is so high right now
Over 65,000 teachers in Québec could remain on strike until Christmas if a deal isn't reached, their union said on Sunday. The warning comes amid widespread labor unrest in the province, including nearly 570,000 workers on strike at the same time la.....»»
Heat, disease, air pollution: How climate change impacts health
Growing calls for the world to come to grips with the many ways that global warming affects human health have prompted the first day dedicated to the issue at crunch UN climate talks starting next week......»»
Fossil fuels in the crosshairs at pivotal COP28 talks
World leaders will face a reckoning over humanity's failure to curb climate-heating emissions and polluting fossil fuels when they meet for UN climate talks next week, as the planet swelters in likely the hottest year in human history......»»
If you"re trying to prevent an asteroid impact, the technical and political challenges are staggering
While preparing for the threat of an asteroid strike might seem like a hypothetical exercise, it's really not. The solar system has calmed down a lot from earlier times when impacts were more frequent. But it is only a matter of time before an astero.....»»
Sam Altman in talks to rejoin OpenAI board, say reports
Reports say negotiations aimed at his possible reinstatement are ongoing, as pressure from staff grows......»»
Reports: Sam Altman in talks for OpenAI return; board members could be ousted
"Altman would return only if the board members who fired him left," report says. Enlarge / Then-OpenAI CEO Sam Altman at APEC CEO Summit at Moscone West on November 16, 2023, in San Francisco. (credit: Getty Images | Justin Sulli.....»»
COP28 turns attention to potent methane emissions
Climate talks often revolve around reducing the most dangerous greenhouse gas CO2......»»
Frustration as latest talks on global plastic treaty close
The latest negotiations toward a global plastic treaty concluded late Sunday with disagreement about how the pact should work and frustration from environment groups over delays and lack of progress......»»
OpenAI board attempts to hit “Ctrl-Z” in talks with Altman to return as CEO
Cleared of malfeasance, Altman's unpopular firing may be undone—if he's interested. Enlarge / OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks during the OpenAI DevDay event on November 06, 2023 in San Francisco. (credit: Getty Images | Ars Techni.....»»
Tim Cook talks about his personal life and work at Apple in interview with Dua Lipa
Yes, you read that right. Apple CEO Tim Cook made a rare podcast appearance, joining singer Dua Lipa in a 45-minute interview. During the interview, the executive talked about his personal life, his career at Apple, philanthropy, the environment, and.....»»
Smaller suppliers still at risk as industry ramps up after UAW strike
The ramp-up of parts production after the UAW strike will test the financial viability of smaller suppliers in the coming months, industry experts said......»»
California scientists seek higher pay in 3-day strike drawing thousands of picketers
More than 1,000 state scientists in California took to the picket line Thursday on day two of a three-day strike, calling for higher wages for work they say often goes unrecognized in a state that sets environmental policy trends on the national and.....»»