United Airlines to dismiss 593 workers who refused vaccines
More than 99 percent of the remaining US staff complied with the requirement
WHO chief sorry for sex abuse by Ebola workers in DR Congo
It added that WHO's leadership was aware of sex abuse allegations a full six weeks earlier than it initially claimed.
Fed expected to stay cautious as economy sends mixed signals
The FOMC will convene as the economy sends mixed signals about two of the central bank's top priorities: employment and prices.
EU budget battle looms, as economy lifts out of crisis
In the 19 states that use the euro single currency, the average debt is expected to reach 102 percent of GDP at the end of the year.
'Silent crisis' looms as US to end Covid aid for millions of jobless
While never meant to be permanent, the benefits were reauthorized twice, most recently in the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan enacted by President Joe Biden
Islamic State suicide bombers kill dozens at Kabul Airport
In recent years, the Islamic State's Afghanistan-Pakistan chapter has been responsible for some of the deadliest attacks in those countries.
Workers walk out over treatment of women at game giant Activision
Workers had blasted Activision Blizzard's initial response to a slew of sexism and harassment complaints in a letter calling its reaction "abhorrent."
Italy bans large cruise ships from Venice centre
The vice-president of tourism association Confturismo, Marco Michielli, said the new law represented a "good compromise".
Biden marks 'independence' from Covid, but pandemic remains a threat
Anthony Fauci, America's top infectious disease expert, told NBC unvaccinated people now account for 99.2 percent of Covid-19 deaths.
Germany opens antitrust probe against Apple
Germany and France have joined calls from the United States to impose a global minimum corporate tax of at least 15 percent, a move which targets multinationals like Amazon and Google.
Goldman Sachs orders US staff to report Covid-19 vaccine status
The Goldman requirement is the latest adjustment by a big company as more of the United States reopens with vaccinations becoming widespread.
Uber agrees world-first union deal for UK drivers
The changes in Britain have come as Uber has faced sliding driver bookings owing to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Kim Kardashian faces charges for withholding pay for 7 of her mansion staff
Kardashian said she hired a third-party vendor for the ongoing maintenance and cleaning of her Hidden Hills mansion.
McDonald's lifts wages at US restaurants
Amazon on Thursday announced plans to add 75,000 jobs in the United States and Canada, with signing bonuses of up to $1,000.
Fire and rehire: Britain's new labour battleground?
An investigation by Britain's Observer newspaper claimed that nine of 13 companies accused of firing and rehiring made profits or increased executive pay.
Black adviser to UK leader quits amid race report outcry
Kasumu, who served as special adviser for civil society and communities, submitted his resignation last week
Dollar hits one-year Yen high but stocks split
Wall Street's major indices all fell, with the Dow retreating from an all-time high as the yield on US government debt rose.
UK top court to rule on Uber drivers' status
Uber is calling for companies in the sector to form a joint fund that would allow drivers who work for different apps to be able to access protections and benefits such as paid holidays.
US stocks hit records as Tesla investment boosts bitcoin
All three major US stock indices streaked to fresh records, extending last week's rally on optimism that additional US fiscal stimulus is coming soon, along with an expected economic recovery.
Biden vows to 'act fast' on US stimulus amid weak January hiring
Biden's efforts received a big endorsement, when IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva offered her support for the plan, and rejected the notion it was excessive.
Police officers involved in Breonna Taylor case fired
City officials said they had found no evidence that either officer violated police procedures. Instead, the two were disciplined for other violations that surfaced during the investigation.
New Zealand sex worker gets six figure settlement in sexual harassment case
New Zealand Prostitutes Collective Dame Catherine Healy calls the case a milestone as she warned brothel operators to uphold labour rights.
Trump vs Biden: Fed in holding pattern amid tense US election
Weekly applications for jobless benefits remain higher than the worst of the 2008-2010 global financial crisis.
FC Barcelona in crisis: Players could leave in January due to wage cut
The club is currently in the process of negotiating wage cuts across the entire organisation including the first team.
Global stocks mixed as Fed vows to keep interest rates low
The economic outlook remains exceptionally uncertain, with the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to exert a substantial toll on economies and societies.
Fed seeks to offer reassurance amid push for new US stimulus
The two-day event concludes amid a renewed push by a top lawmaker in Washington to agree on an additional spending bill to prop up the economy.
WHO delivers Europe death warning as infections hit new high
WHO Europe's 53 members started a two-day online meeting Monday focusing on their virus response as the global death toll crossed 925,000.
Teen COVID-19 patient raped by ambulance driver while being taken to hospital
The suspect was arrested after the victim recorded him apologizing to her before dropping her off at the hospital.
Asian stocks plunge with Wall St as tech surge halted
All three main indexes in New York suffered hefty selling.
Germany extends shorter work hours scheme
The shorter-hours programme - Kurzarbeit, sees the German government cover around two-thirds of workers' wages when employers slash their hours to save costs.