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The largest federal workers union, AFGE, urges Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to end the ongoing government shutdown, criticizing both parties for the impasse and highlighting the financial hardship faced by federal employees and the impact on social services like food assistance.
Everett Kelley, AFGE President, urges Congress to end the government shutdown immediately by passing a clean continuing resolution, paying federal workers their due, and focusing on responsible governance to serve the American people effectively.
The ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown has severely impacted the US air traffic control system, leaving 13,000 controllers unpaid and risking flight delays and cancellations, with concerns over recruitment and safety as the shutdown continues to be used as political leverage.
During a lapse in congressional appropriations, President Trump authorized the Secretary of War to use available funds from Fiscal Year 2026 to pay military personnel to ensure readiness and pay continuity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining military operations despite legislative delays.
During the government shutdown, U.S. air traffic controllers who call in sick will not be paid, leading to increased flight delays and potential safety concerns, with union officials warning that such measures could backfire and disrupt air travel further.
Everyset, a Hollywood payroll firm specializing in background actors, has raised $9 million to expand from software services to becoming a full-service payroll provider, capitalizing on the resurgence of extras' work driven by new tax incentives across the U.S. The company, which supports major productions like 'Severance' and 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' is competing with long-established firms like Central Casting and aims to grow its market share amid increasing production activity in states like Georgia, California, and New York.
The Padres made multiple deadline trades to address team needs while managing a tight financial situation, including cash considerations from other teams and trading prospects to stay competitive in 2025, despite a weaker farm system and high payroll commitments for future seasons.
The Texas Rangers made strategic moves at the trade deadline, including exceeding the CBT threshold, which raises questions about their long-term financial plans and roster overhaul. They lacked a strong farm system and added limited offensive power, highlighting the need for future roster adjustments and emphasizing a focus on maximizing playoff contention amid financial and player uncertainties.
Cowboys' Stephen Jones indicates Micah Parsons must accept their current offer to get paid, suggesting the team prefers delaying full payment to maximize their bargaining advantage, effectively getting two seasons of elite performance for a bargain price.
H.R. 1, enacted on July 4, 2025, introduces significant changes to tax rates, deductions, and employee benefits, including permanent tax rate adjustments, a temporary increase in the SALT deduction cap, new deductions for tips and overtime, and enhancements to childcare and paid leave credits, with some provisions retroactive to January 1, 2025.
The article highlights Bobby Bonilla's presence at a USF orientation amidst the buzz of 'Bobby Bonilla Day,' despite being the 16th-highest-paid player on the Mets' 2025 payroll, and how he remains unnoticed in everyday settings.
Bobby Bonilla receives an annual $1.2 million payout from the New York Mets due to a deferred payment deal made in 1999, which has turned into a lucrative long-term arrangement, and also earns from the Baltimore Orioles until 2028.
The Giants were involved in a significant trade with the Red Sox, acquiring Rafael Devers while keeping top prospect Bryce Eldridge, despite initial trade talks. The deal involved a substantial financial commitment, with the Giants taking on approximately $220 million in salary obligations, and reflects strategic roster and payroll management as they prepare for the trade deadline.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed pitcher Blake Snell and infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman to five-year contracts, significantly impacting their 2025 payroll, which is estimated to be around $303.5 million. This positions the Dodgers in the highest tier of the competitive balance tax for the second consecutive year. The contracts include deferred salaries, reducing their average annual value for tax purposes. The Dodgers' commitment to maintaining a competitive team is evident, with major contracts for players like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman contributing to their high payroll.
Starbucks is using pen and paper to manage employee schedules and payroll after a ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, a third-party software supplier, disrupted its electronic systems. The attack has affected Starbucks' 11,000 North American stores, but customer service remains unaffected. Starbucks is working to ensure employees are paid accurately despite the outage, while Blue Yonder collaborates with cybersecurity firms to resolve the issue.