The New York Times – On the Runway:
A recent Supreme Court ruling cleared the way for the Trump administration to end a humanitarian program that has allowed about one million immigrants to work legally in the U.S.
Category: Migrant Labor (Non-Agriculture)
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Qatar Got the World Cup It Wanted
The New York Times – Sports:
In the end, after a tournament shadowed by controversy since the host rights were awarded, Qatar had the turn in the global spotlight it sought.
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The World Cup Is Ending, but the Migrant Labor Economy Grinds On
The New York Times – Sports:
The World Cup was a $220 billion construction project powered by migrant workers. We went to Nepal – a major source of labor for Qatar — to find out what’s driving workers to do dangerous jobs that many say they can’t afford to lose.
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Pass the Chowder, and the Curry: Jamaican Chefs Add to Cape Cod’s Culinary Delights
The New York Times – Travel:
Thanks to Jamaican seasonal workers, the taste of Cape Cod now extends beyond the known lineup of Yankee favorites, to golden patties, jerk-rubbed meats and turmeric-rich curries.