How Japan’s Salarymen Embraced Short Sleeves Through ‘Cool Biz’
Under “Cool Biz,” salarymen and government workers don short-sleeved shirts in the summer as offices are kept above 82 degrees Fahrenheit to save energy.
UAW Deal With Ford Could Put Pressure on G.M. and Stellantis
Talks continued on Saturday with all three companies, a day after the U.A.W. expanded its strike at G.M. and Stellantis.
Are Fossil Fuels the Next Cigarettes?
California’s lawsuit against oil giants mirrors a legal strategy used in the 1990s against the tobacco industry.
Are Fossil Fuels the Next Cigarettes?
California’s lawsuit against oil giants mirrors a legal strategy used in the 1990s against the tobacco industry.
TV Networks’ Last Best Hope: Boomers
Viewers have fled prime-time lineups for streaming outlets, with one notable exception: people over 60.
TV Networks’ Last Best Hope: Boomers
Viewers have fled prime-time lineups for streaming outlets, with one notable exception: people over 60.
Tyson and Perdue Are Facing Child Labor Investigations
The Labor Department has opened inquiries into whether migrant children were working inside slaughterhouses owned by the poultry-processing giants.
Netflix Prepares to Send Its Final Red Envelope
The company’s DVD subscription service is ending this month, bringing to a close an origin story that ultimately upended the entertainment industry.
Progress in Hollywood Writers’ Strike Negotiations, but No Deal Yet
A third straight day of bargaining between the studios and the union ended without an agreement. Talks will continue on Saturday.
How Qantas Sullied Its Once-Mighty Brand in Australia
A string of scandals has left Qantas Airways, which calls itself “the spirit of Australia,” near the bottom of public opinion at home.
Why Car Insurance Costs Are Rising for New York Drivers
Policyholders should check the details of their auto insurance, which will automatically enroll them in extra spousal coverage — even if they’re single.
As DEI Gains Ground, Identifying as Religious at Work Does, Too
Secular companies have invited employees to bring their “whole selves” to work. That increasingly includes their religion.
Rethink on Rates Caps Bad Week on Wall Street
The Federal Reserve’s message of higher rates for a longer period of time has led investors to question their assumptions.
Rupert Murdoch’s Retirement Raises the Curtain on His Next Act
The media mogul has stepped back from the forefront of his empire, but there’s likely more to come — like a step to cement power for his son Lachlan.
U.A.W. Widens Strikes at G.M. and Stellantis, but Cites Progress in Ford Talks
The union designated 38 spare-parts distribution centers as additional strike targets at General Motors and Stellantis.
U.S. and China Agree to New Economic Dialogue Format
The regular talks are intended to give both countries a venue to resolve differences.
U.S. Issues Final Rules to Keep Chip Funds Out of China
The rules, which aim to prevent chip makers from using new U.S. subsidies to benefit China, take into account the industry’s perspective.
Amazon Prime Video Will Start Showing Commercials Next Year
Seeking to raise revenue, Amazon said that U.S. subscribers to its streaming service could opt for an ad-free version for an extra $2.99 per month.
André Bishop Will Depart as Head of Lincoln Center Theater
His pending departure, in 2025, means that there are job openings for the top artistic positions at three of the four nonprofits operating Broadway theaters.
As Fed Battles Inflation, the Dollar Keeps Its Swagger
The U.S. currency has been on a tear, and the Fed’s decision to keep interest rates steady is likely to keep the dollar “higher for longer,” our columnist says.