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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Equality Team at Complutense Warns That “Drastic Reduction” of Work Hours Makes It Difficult to Apply the Harassment Protocol

The Equality Team at Complutense University in Madrid has warned that significant reductions in work hours hinder the effective implementation of their harassment protocol.

Mar 1 • 11:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Bottled up, 'delirious and dangerous': in the hell of the toll booth of Ventimiglia between France and Italy

The newly constructed toll booth at Ventimiglia, after three years of work and an investment of 50 million euros, has worsened traffic congestion rather than alleviating it, frustrating drivers on both sides of the border.

Mar 1 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

This Company is Using AI for Work... Yet, It is Hiring

Block, a fintech company, is reducing its workforce while simultaneously hiring AI experts, highlighting a shift in job demand from traditional roles to those related to artificial intelligence.

Mar 1 • 06:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Clothing Art That Cannot Be Worn... It Leaves One Speechless

The article discusses a special exhibition featuring the pioneering work of fashion designer Geum Ki-suk, whose 'celadon dress' combines traditional Korean aesthetics with contemporary fashion art.

Mar 1 • 05:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santos Aquarium remains closed; construction progresses 9% and contract will be terminated

The city of Santos, Brazil, is set to terminate the contract with the construction company responsible for the renovation of the Municipal Aquarium after it completed only 9% of the work.

Feb 28 • 21:03 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Last Judgment, ongoing work: here's what causes the white patina covering it

Restoration work on Michelangelo's 'Last Judgment' in the Sistine Chapel is underway, with the fresco currently concealed behind scaffolding as maintenance is projected to be completed by Easter.

Feb 28 • 16:41 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

It is hardest to feel safe at work

The article discusses the challenges individuals face in feeling safe while at work in Iceland.

Feb 28 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Actor Mikko Virtanen's work has ended – explains how the family is coping: "Money is not what it used to be"

Actor Mikko Virtanen discusses the impact of his unemployment on his family and his excessive reliance on gym workouts for mental relief, which has led to a sports hernia diagnosis.

Feb 28 • 05:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Branko Milanović, economist: "Western middle classes expected globalization to work for them. And it hasn't done so"

Branko Milanović discusses how globalization has benefited emerging middle classes and the wealthiest 1%, while leaving Western middle classes and the poorest in Africa behind.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Palmira: work only as much as it pleases you

A horoscope suggests that Saturday is a passive day to work only as much as is enjoyable and to devote attention to family and pets.

Feb 28 • 03:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Illegal immigrant arrested after showing up to Florida Border Patrol office for contract IT work

An illegal immigrant was arrested at a Florida Border Patrol office when it was discovered he was a tourist visa overstay while attempting to do IT contract work.

Feb 28 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Must send young people home from work at nine – the system is too rigid

Norwegian political parties Høyre and Frp support a proposal allowing 16-year-olds to work in bars until midnight, while LO and Ap oppose it, arguing it's irresponsible.

Feb 27 • 20:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Without Matovič, it won't work

The article discusses the political dynamics between Igor Matovič and the Hnutie Slovensko party, highlighting their significant interdependence similar to how Robert Fico and Smer interact.

Feb 27 • 18:19 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tõnu Kõrvits: I Write Every Work as if It Were My Last

Estonian composer Tõnu Kõrvits, honored for his new works, expresses his commitment to treating each creation as if it were his final piece.

Feb 27 • 13:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"I don't understand how they do it": Director Aik Karapetjans on the work of opera singers

Director Aik Karapetjans discusses the challenges of opera singing and the emotional depth involved in the productions he works on, particularly in conjunction with the premiere of 'Zemnieka gods.'

Feb 27 • 08:36 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The victim of the explosion in Dubrovina park has not experienced incapacity to work

The Latvian State Labor Inspectorate announced that it will not investigate the explosion incident in Daugavpils' Dubrovina park due to the victim not experiencing any incapacity to work.

Feb 27 • 07:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Palmira: don't ask for too much, don't make long-term plans

On Friday, it’s a good day for unconventional work, but caution is advised when discussing changes with management.

Feb 27 • 03:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Another worker collapsed before the death of a Daebul Industrial Complex worker, but work continued

Following the recent death of a worker due to asphyxiation, it has come to light that another worker collapsed at the same site shortly before the incident, prompting calls for better safety measures.

Feb 27 • 02:45 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

In Oslo West, it is known that many parents have a liberal attitude towards drugs. This complicates our work.

Concerns have been raised in Oslo West regarding liberal parental attitudes towards drug use and the existing party culture among youths.

Feb 26 • 22:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A new literary award competes with the Planeta and the Nobel: it awards one million euros

A new literary award launched in Spain, the Aena Narrative Prize, aims to boost literature in Latin America by awarding one million euros for the best narrative work published last year.

Feb 26 • 19:26 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Family on Board: The Singer Who Shows What It's Like to Live and Work on a Cruise with His Wife and 2-Year-Old Daughter

Ben Featherstone, a singer, actor, and dancer, shares his experiences of living and working on a cruise ship with his family, showcasing their unique lifestyle via social media.

Feb 26 • 15:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Finnish Embassy in Warsaw promoted Sanna Marin's book - according to the ambassador, it is normal country image work

The Finnish Embassy in Warsaw faced backlash for promoting Sanna Marin's book on social media, which critics labeled socialist propaganda.

Feb 26 • 15:17 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Agricultural diesel: Return of the Excise Tax directly at the pump - How it will work, the SOS

A new system for returning the Excise Tax on agricultural diesel directly at the pump will come into effect on November 1, 2026, benefiting farmers.

Feb 26 • 13:28 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

'Being a ballet dancer is years of hard work, but it's all worth it': Kadeem En Pointe

Kadeem En Pointe, a male ballet dancer, discusses his dedication to ballet and his goal to encourage more men to dance en pointe.

Feb 26 • 13:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Rocío Márquez: "The artist is the channel: I am the plug, not the electrical current"

Rocío Márquez reflects on her deep emotional connection with her late cousin and how it influences her latest album, a contemporary requiem that diverges from her previous festive work, as she prepares for a significant performance at the Flamenco Festival in New York.

Feb 26 • 08:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Republicans President says he warned Motta against ending the 6x1: 'Too much leisure is harmful'

Marcos Pereira, the President of the Republicans, expressed concerns to Chamber President Hugo Motta about a constitutional amendment that would abolish the 6x1 work schedule, arguing it would undermine Brazilian competitiveness.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Is the Brazilian Lazy?

A critique of the stereotype labeling Brazilians as lazy, framing it within cultural and historical contexts.

Feb 26 • 03:14 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Application for both employers and employees: in this case, work must be paid at a higher rate

The article discusses the legal definition of overtime and conditions under which it can be claimed in Lithuania.

Feb 25 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The pending work at Ezeiza airport on one of the runways: when it will happen and how it may affect flights

A critical rehabilitation of Ezeiza airport's secondary runway is set to begin, involving operational restrictions but leading to substantial improvements.

Feb 25 • 16:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Can you stay at The Dyers' Caravan Park and where is it filmed?

The Dyers' Caravan Park is a show featuring Danny Dyer and his daughter Dani as they work to rejuvenate a struggling holiday park in Kent.

Feb 25 • 15:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Claire's worker shows what it's like to work in closing store including discounts

A Claire's employee documented the realities of working at a store facing closure due to the retailer's administration and impending layoffs.

Feb 25 • 12:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The creator of the Gallardo statue defends it against the 'mufa' label, clashes with Rial, and cried over the farewell of River's coach: 'I went to bed sad and angry'

Mercedes Savall, creator of the Gallardo statue, defends her work amidst a wave of criticism linking it to River Plate's recent struggles following the resignation of coach Marcelo Gallardo.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The risks of child development will be assessed with early screening. How will it work?

Latvian researchers are enhancing early screening tools to better assess child development risks after testing them on a sample of 1,000 children.

Feb 25 • 08:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Pakistan's Semi-Final Math: Understand How It Will Work in 3 Points

After losing to England in the T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan's hopes of reaching the semi-finals are diminishing.

Feb 25 • 08:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UKHSA says 'it doesn't work' as grim virus spreads

UK health officials warn that hand sanitizers are ineffective against norovirus, advising people to wash hands thoroughly to combat the spread of the illness.

Feb 25 • 08:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The justice system doesn’t work: reforming it is not just a right-wing issue but a matter for everyone

Stefano Bandecchi, a local politician and president of the province of Terni, advocates for a reform of the justice system in Italy, emphasizing that the issue transcends political affiliations.

Feb 25 • 05:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Alleged Antisemitism Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests

The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against UCLA, claiming it created a hostile work environment for Jewish and Israeli faculty amidst campus protests related to the Gaza conflict.

Feb 25 • 00:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mechanic's Day: why it is celebrated on February 24 and the best phrases to share

Argentina commemorates Mechanic's Day on February 24 to honor the vital work of automotive mechanics and the historical significance of this date for worker rights.

Feb 24 • 21:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Race Against Time for Transplant Coordinators: "It's Hard to See a Mother Crying Because Her Child Can't Live in Another Person"

Transplant coordinators in Spain highlight the emotional challenges and professional dedication involved in their essential life-saving work.

Feb 24 • 21:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Alfa: An Exciting Future Story but a Little Dull Crime Story

The article reviews a work titled 'Alfa', describing it as an engaging tale of the future but lacking excitement in its crime elements.

Feb 24 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

EastEnders fans 'work out' which who Jack mourns in 2027 and it's not Penny

Fans of EastEnders speculate that Jack Branning is mourning a different Branning family member in the 2027 flashforward, contrary to hints suggesting it might be Penny.

Feb 24 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters occupy DNIT in Marabá, PA, against the explosion of Pedral do Lourenção; MPF wants to block the work in court

About 300 protesters, including residents from traditional riverine communities, occupied the DNIT building in Marabá, Pará, opposing the dredging and blasting of the Pedral do Lourenção as it threatens local livelihoods.

Feb 24 • 18:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Employees Get Days Off from DSB as Compensation After Criticism

DSB has decided to grant days off to train conductors and staff as compensation for breaches of the employment contract due to criticism of a new IT system and workplace conditions.

Feb 24 • 16:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State elections in Rhineland-Palatinate: Will it finally work for the CDU?

The CDU's Gordon Schnieder aims to become the Prime Minister of Rhineland-Palatinate amid a tense election campaign, facing the legacy of 35 years of SPD rule.

Feb 24 • 12:56 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"It's nonsense" mocks Yaël Braun-Pivet after Martine Vassal's "work, family, fatherland"

Yaël Braun-Pivet criticized Martine Vassal for referencing the Pétainist slogan "work, family, fatherland" during a municipal debate in Marseille.

Feb 24 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Has 'everything' it takes to win Oscar prizes

The film 'Hamnet,' based on a novel about a tragedy in Shakespeare's life, sparks debate over whether it is a work of art or merely emotional exploitation.

Feb 24 • 10:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Sopić: Sometimes you give your all and it still doesn’t work

Željko Sopić has been dismissed as the head coach of NK Osijek due to poor results, as the club currently sits at the bottom of the league.

Feb 24 • 09:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How will today be for Aquarius?

Today, it's important for those with the Aquarius zodiac sign to pay special attention to their health and maintain peace within the family while avoiding carelessness at work.

Feb 24 • 06:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Even thousands of Finns may be entitled to disability pension – they just don’t know it themselves: "For many, the diagnosis is a shock"

A significant number of Finns may be eligible for a disability pension due to undiscovered conditions affecting their ability to work, as highlighted by a specialist's observations of patients facing similar struggles.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coronation Street fans 'work out' who stole Brian's book - and it's not Hope

Fans of Coronation Street speculate on the real thief behind Brian's stolen book, believing it might not be the character Hope Stape as initially suspected.

Feb 23 • 21:12 UTC

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