A roundup of key workplace stories, legal updates, and events shaping workers’ rights. The Pope calls for worker dignity On May 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV released his landmark encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, calling upon companies to prioritize people over profits; specifically noting, "the pursuit of greater profits cannot justify choices that systematically sacrifice jobs." He also mentions the intrinsic value of work that enhances the dignity of our lives and brings personal