Oct 29th, 2007 · The United Auto Workers unions is set to begin final negotiations with Ford now that its contracts are ratified at Chrysler and General Motors. But negotiations could be especially tough. Ford, which lost $12 billion last year, is seen as financially weaker that the other two carmakers.
Jul 24th, 2007 · Grocery store workers in Southern California have ratified a new contract that includes some novel health-care provisions. The region's major supermarkets hope the plan will help to rein in workers' health care costs, without compromising care.
Mar 6th, 2006 · It has been nearly two years since the United States signed an international treaty to curb tobacco use. But the U.S. still has not ratified it. The Bush administration says it's studying the treaty. Critics say the U.S. is losing its moral authority and influence on global health policy because of its hesitation in sending the treaty to Congress for approval.
Aug 7th, 2005 · Israeli Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces his resignation, a week before Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip begins. Also, Israel's Cabinet formally ratifies the first phase of the withdrawal. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon says Netanyahu's resignation will not affect the pullback.
Jun 1st, 2005 · United Airlines has reached agreement with its mechanics' union, averting a threatened strike. Mechanics ratified a new contract Tuesday, and the machinists' union has agreed in principle to a new deal.
Feb 16th, 2005 · An agreement to fight global warming goes into effect Wednesday in much of the world. The Kyoto treaty was ratified by 140 nations, with some notable exceptions -- the United States and Australia did not sign the treaty. Signatories are legally committed to meeting emissions targets by 2012.