The company says it plans to hire about 20,000 people across the nation, including California, to help beef up research and manufacturing.

In responding to the anti-DEI proposal, Apple defended its diversity program as an integral part ... of dignity and respect for everyone, and our work to that end, will never waver," he said.

A U.S. labor board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees’ rights to organize and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules.

Apple is holding its annual shareholder meeting today as investors vote on several proposals and hear updates from CEO ...