California restaurant service charge sparks anger, threats as it highlights tipping’s racist past

California restaurant service charge sparks anger, threats as it highlights tipping’s racist past

Geoff Davis doesn’t want his employees to rely on tips. The acclaimed chef, who worked in restaurants and cocktail bars in the Bay Area and wine country before opening Oakland soul-food restaurant Burdell, points out on customer receipts that tipping culture in the United States has a racist history — rooted in low-paid, relegated jobs … Read more

German far-right appeals to unhappy auto workers

German far-right appeals to unhappy auto workers

By Rachel More, Sarah Marsh and Andreas Rinke STUTTGART, Germany, Feb 13 (Reuters) – On a dark February morning at the massive Mercedes-Benz Untertuerkheim plant, workers arriving for an early shift are greeted by activists from Zentrum, a self-proclaimed trade union affiliated with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. “A game changer,” reads the … Read more

Dell issues firm warning after employees violate labor policy

Dell issues firm warning after employees violate labor policy

Last year, Dell turned heads when it changed its tune and ended a generous company policy, frustrating some of its employees nationwide. In February, Dell CEO Michael Dell sent an email to employees warning them that starting in March 2025, they will be required to work from the office five days a week due to … Read more