May 1 is observed as “May Day”, also referred to as “International Workers’ Day” and “Labour Day” in different countries across the world. The day commemorates the contributions of workers, and the labour movement. The Haymarket Affair Although observed as an ancient northern hemisphere spring festival initially, May 1 became associated with the Labour Movement in the late 19th century. The decision was taken in memory of Chicago’s Haymarket Affair, which took place on May 4, 1886, when a...
Traditional labor rights marches melded with pro-Palestinian protests and anti-Olympics demonstrations. Paris 2024 organizers fear disruptions to the Games.
More than a thousand hotel workers whose union contracts are expiring this summer planned to march in downtown San Francisco on May Day Wednesday. The workers are demanding raises, better healthcare coverage, and improved workloads on their shifts. Shawn Chitnis reports. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
On May 1, 1916, employees of the Puritan Underwear Company participated in the May Day worker’s parade in New York City. As captured in a photograph by the Bain News
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On May 1 workers around the globe unite to celebrate International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, an international holiday dedicated to raising awareness for working conditions and labor rights.
On May 1 workers around the globe unite to celebrate International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, an international holiday dedicated to raising awareness for working conditions and labor rights.
The organised labour, yesterday, gave the Federal Government, May 31, the deadline to conclude the minimum wage negotiation or face a nationwide industrial action.
International Labour Day 2024 Date and Theme: International Labour Day, also known as May Day or Workers Day, is annually observed on May 1 in more than 80 countries, including India, Cuba, China, and many others. The day is celebrated to recognise and honour the significant contributions of workers and mark the historic labour movement that aimed to promote workers' rights and opportunities. Initially observed as an ancient northern hemisphere spring festival, May 1 became associated with the...
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The weather is set to change just in time for the weekend with highs of 20C - which will add to the congestion as millions make a dash to seaside towns and fairs.