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    Reuters

    After VW plant victory, UAW sets its sights on Mercedes in Alabama

    The United Auto Workers has made history by winning its first unionization vote at an auto factory in the U.S. South. Now it needs to prove the success wasn't a fluke by pulling off a second victory at a Mercedes plant in Alabama next month. UAW representatives at the VW plant also will have to show their mettle by negotiating a contract that gives workers what they have fought for - better benefits, improved safety on the job and a greater work-life balance.

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    The Canadian Press

    Morning sickness? Prenatal check-ups? What to know about new rights for pregnant workers

    Pregnant employees have the right to a wide range of accommodations under new federal regulations for enforcing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act that supporters say could change workplace culture for millions of people. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the agency in charge of enforcing the law, adopted an expansive view of conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth in its proposed regulations, including a controversial decision to include abortion, fertility treatment and birth

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    Yahoo Finance Video

    What the NAR settlement means for real estate: YF Explains

    The National Association of Realtors reached a $418 million settlement with home sellers who alleged brokerages indirectly gouged house prices by boosting real estate agent commissions. There are big questions about what the agreement means for the industry, home sellers, and home buyers.  Yahoo Finance's Dani Romero takes you through the implications you need to know. Be sure to check out Real Estate: The New Reality, starting April 22 on Yahoo Finance. 

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    Yahoo Finance Video

    Invest like the rich: These luxury items gain value over time

    Buying luxury goods can sometimes be more of an investment than just the initial purchase. According to Knight Frank, things like rare whiskey and classic cars decreased in value in 2023, compared to the previous year while art and jewelry gained in value. What kind of luxury goods are gaining in popularity that may gain value? TheRealReal (REAL) VP of Merchandising Sasha Skoda joins Wealth! to break down which luxury items can gain value over time. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Wealth! This post was written by Nicholas Jacobino