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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government again postpones ordinance that restricts work in commerce on holidays

The Brazilian federal government has postponed the implementation of ordinance 3.665/2023, which limits holiday work in commerce, by an additional 90 days.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง 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 โ€ข 15:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Clean Monday: How those who work will be compensated

The Greek labor union GSEE informs private sector employees about the compensation methods for working on Clean Monday, which is not an official public holiday.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Most prefer two shorter winter breaks rather than one long one

A majority of people are in favor of having two shorter winter breaks instead of one extended holiday.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ash Wednesday: see what opens and what closes in Fortaleza

The article informs about the operational changes in Fortaleza on Ash Wednesday following the intense Carnival celebrations, indicating that it's not a public holiday but a day with optional work for public servants.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Apartment Listings in Seoul Increase by 4% During Lunar New Year Holiday... Did President Lee's 'Warning' Work?

During the Lunar New Year holiday, apartment listings in Seoul increased by nearly 4%, suggesting a surge in sales as the government reinstates capital gains tax on multiple homeowners.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ash Wednesday: know where the optional point is full and where work returns earlier across the country

Ash Wednesday marks the end of Carnival in Brazil and the return to normal work schedules, with variations in holiday observance across states and municipalities.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Little-known issue could mean medications stop working on holiday, GP warns

An NHS GP warns that medications for blood pressure, diabetes, or respiratory conditions might not work effectively at high altitudes, urging individuals to consult their doctors before skiing.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ash Wednesday: see where the optional point is full and where work returns sooner across the country

The article discusses the observance of Ash Wednesday in Brazil, explaining how it marks the end of Carnival and the return to normal working hours, which varies by region due to optional public holiday policies.

Feb 16 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

More work for the bunny! Even before Easter, chocolate production in Gramado is already 20% higher than last year

Chocolate production in Gramado, Brazil, has increased by 20% compared to last year, ahead of the Easter holiday.

Feb 14 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

Pablo Rivero: "When you hire a stranger to work in your home, coexistence is the biggest danger"

Pablo Rivero discusses the themes of his new psychological thriller 'La canguro' and balancing work with fatherhood during the holiday season.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Crime & Justice

WA work safety watchdog makes โ€˜initial enquiriesโ€™ after family who hired kayak and paddleboards washed out to sea

WorkSafe WA is investigating a hotel that rented equipment to a family washed out to sea during their holiday.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Do you work on February 5? This is what you must be paid according to the Federal Labor Law.

The article explains the payment regulations for workers on February 5, a significant holiday in Mexico commemorating the 1917 Political Constitution.

Feb 4 โ€ข 22:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In the Legislature, they continue to be on break

Despite promises to work on urgent crime reform on the first day of the session, lawmakers were inactive during the holiday weekend, leading to disappointment among constituents.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Is February 5 a holiday? The LFT reveals whether or not you work and how much you should be paid if you do

The article discusses whether February 5 is a mandatory holiday in Mexico, detailing work obligations and pay according to labor laws.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Three Wise Men: The Workplace is Crucial for the Holiday

The article discusses the implications of the Three Wise Men holiday on workers in Germany, emphasizing that its observance can vary by state and affecting those who commute for work.

Jan 6 โ€ข 08:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
Life & Tech

The Biggest Mistake After the Holidays: Why 'Quick Detox' Doesn't Work - and What to Do Instead?

The article discusses the negative impacts of holiday indulgence on the body and argues against quick detox methods, advocating for a calmer approach to restore natural body rhythms.

Jan 2 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

How to get 53 days holiday by booking just 23 days of annual leave from work

Employees can strategically book their 23 days of annual leave to enjoy a total of 53 days off work in 2026.

Jan 1 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Turn 28 days of holiday into 63 days off for 2026 with this super-sizing tip

UK workers can strategically plan their annual leave to extend 28 days into 63 days off in 2026 by stacking holidays around bank holidays, pending employer approval.

Jan 1 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

The obvious and the possible

The festive period from Christmas to Epiphany is characterized by a contrast between a relaxed domestic atmosphere and a bustling market, where holiday indulgences coexist with work obligations.

Dec 31 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Krzysztof Adam Kowalczyk: Tired of Celebrating?

The article discusses the exhaustion employees face from the extended holiday celebrations, particularly noting the historical significance of the newly established public holiday on Christmas Eve in Poland.

Dec 30 โ€ข 04:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Life & Tech

"I feel like I don't belong": these French people forced to work on Christmas and New Year's

The article features testimonies from French workers in healthcare, hospitality, and transport, who are compelled to work during the holiday season, often without choice.

Dec 26 โ€ข 18:04 UTC

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