Hazardous materials move through the U.S. economy every day-by truck, rail, air, and water-supporting industries ranging from manufacturing to energy. But when incidents occur during transit, the consequences can be significant, includ...

Millions of U.S. workers handle, store, or work near hazardous chemicals every day-from cleaning solvents and industrial adhesives to flammable gases and corrosive substances. Without proper training, clear labeling, and accessible saf...

As global talent mobility, technological innovation, and workforce development continue to shape the U.S. economy, the H-1B visa program plays an increasingly important role at their intersection. The visa program allows American compa...

Once considered the domain of retirees and seasoned travelers, cruise vacations have undergone a broad transformation in recent years. Modern ships now feature everything from high-speed internet and luxury dining to waterslides and ro...

Since the COVID-19 pandemic upended the travel industry, prices have rebounded-often at a pace that has outstripped general inflation. While travel demand surged back in the years following the pandemic, so too did the cost of family v...

For U.S. farmers, the trade relationship with China has long been critical, but it is rarely calm. As the largest buyer of American agricultural goods outside of Mexico and Canada, China's demand for soybeans, grains and meat dr...

The H-1B visa program, a crucial path for skilled foreign workers in U.S. industries, is poised for significant regulatory changes, including a new $100,000 fee for applications made outside the U.S. and higher prevailing wage s...

Often referred to as the "winter vomiting bug," norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea from acute gastroenteritis nationwide and is responsible for a significant share of foodborne illness outbreaks, according t...