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'Alarming' rise in migrant child labor under Biden, up 88% since 2019: GOP senator
The Biden administration is overseeing an “alarming” rise in exploitative child labor nationwide -- a trend spurred by the ongoing migrant crisis at the southern border, according to Sen. Bill...
Pediatric nurse reveals most ridiculous things men say in the delivery room
Giving birth truly is an experience like no other.
Mars, maker of M&Ms and Snickers, uses cocoa harvested by 5-year-old kids in Ghana: report
A US-based human rights lawyer has filed a proposed class action lawsuit against several US food companies, including Mars, alleging consumer fraud.
Perdue, Tyson probed by feds over employment of migrant children who likely washed bloody floors and razor-sharp machines
Cleaning company Fayette Industrial has reprtedly been hired by Perdue and Tyson to wash bloodied floors, razor-sharp machines and other equipment during overnight shifts.
Florida GOPer pushes drastic child labor laws change that could see kids working night shifts
House Republican Linda Chaney's proposed bill would allow minors aged 16 and 17 to work before 6 a.m. and after 11 p.m., and for more than 30 hours during the...
Democrats have made it harder to crack down on illegal child labor
The Biden administration is responsible for launching the largest explosion of illegal child labor in American history through lawless immigration policies. It’s up to Congress to stop it.
My rare 'simultaneous twins' were born at the exact same time after a massive push
"They are the exact same age — I'm glad! I thought Micky was stuck. I gave a massive push and there was a big whoosh,” said proud mama Diane McLaren.
Influencers bashed for praising Shein's working conditions in China despite alleged abuse
Dani Carbonari was among a group of influencers being slammed as tone-deaf for visiting a Shein factory in China and touting it as impressive and clean with no signs of...
I became a mom and a doctor in the same 24 hours -- fans say I'm 'badass'
One member of the graduating class of 2023 took home more than just her diploma on graduation day — she also walked away with a brand-new baby.
Shocking photos show children as young as 13 hired by Blackstone firm to clean slaughterhouse
The US labor department has released disturbing photos showing children as young as 13 working illegally in a Nebraska slaughterhouse.
McDonald's franchises in Kentucky forced 10-year-olds to work until 2 a.m. — without pay
McDonald's franchises in Kentucky allegedly employed minors, including a 10-year-old who was made to work until 2 a.m. -- without getting paid.
Look out, Biden world, teen-migrant horror story vanishes and other commentary
Europe is backing off “its aggressive carbon-zero policies” as consumers balk, observes Liz Peek at The Hill.
Relentless lies on Tenn., US cities’ downward spiral and other commentary
“While the recent attempts to liberalize child labor law have been minimal at best, it hasn’t kept critics from framing the reforms as inherently exploitative,” chides Emma Camp.
Right out of Dickens: Child migrants in punishing jobs across nation
The Times details how so-called unaccompanied minors end up “in some of the most punishing jobs in the country.”
Ben & Jerry’s suppliers using child labor despite 'progressive' values
A New York Times report said migrant children are employed in the supply chain for major companies like Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Ford and General Motors, among others.
How to help your kids if they have a bad boss at their part-time job
As our children approach the legal age for working they start to think about where they want to work and which jobs are available.
Tennis Australia under fire over ballkid payment controversy
Controversy erupted at the Australian Open earlier in the week when fans discovered the ballkids are not being paid for their services.
Chick-fil-A owner fined for violating child labor laws, paying workers in food: report
An owner of a Chick-fil-A in North Carolina was fined over $6,000 and required to pay a handful of employees in back wages after the Department of Labor found multiple child labor...
McTrouble: Operator of 13 McDonald's locations accused of more than 100 child labor violations
“Permitting young workers to work excessive hours can jeopardize their safety, well-being and education.”
Are unaccompanied alien children being forced to work in slaughterhouses? We must find out
If DoL’s allegations are true, Congress, the administration and the press must get to the bottom of how 31 Spanish-speaking children were working in hazardous conditions in meat-processing plants in...