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New York City hotel operators reach deal with 25,000 workers, avert strike before World Cup
New York City hotel operators have reached an eight-year labor agreement covering 25,000 workers, averting a strike that could have disrupted operations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The deal addresses wages, workloads and staffing, and was reached after weeks of negotiations. The possibility of a strike was seen as a very real threat, with union campaigns warning visitors to avoid affected hotels.