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Cybercrime incidents linked to North Korea surged by 130% in 2025, with a notable increase in the sophistication of their hacking techniques.

Lagos social workers are urging collective action to address societal divisions during International Social Work Day 2026.

The article discusses the Italian government's focus on reducing fiscal pressure and its positive impact on workers' wages amidst a challenging international environment.

The tragic death of a Nepali security guard in Abu Dhabi highlights the hidden risks faced by migrant workers amid international conflicts.

A report reveals that language skill issues among healthcare workers recruited from abroad have led to challenges across Finnish welfare areas, although experiences with these international workers have generally been positive.

The Hankyoreh's investigative report on the hidden deaths of migrant workers in South Korea has won the International Amnesty Journalism Award.

Thousands of workers from the cargo transport and international trade sectors held a protest in Ipiales, demanding lower tariffs and fees for imports and exports between Ecuador and Colombia.

Lagos Waste Management Authority celebrated female sanitation workers on International Women’s Day with free medical screenings and recognition awards.

Workers from 15 airports across the country submitted a request for direct negotiations to the main contractors, Incheon International Airport Corporation and Korea Airports Corporation.

A significant march for International Women's Day was held in Greece, prominently featuring the tragic case of five workers from the biscuit factory 'Violanta' who died on the job.

A rally advocating for gender equality and labor rights was held in Seoul ahead of International Women's Day, with participants calling for legislative changes and better protections for women and LGBTQ workers.

Ahead of International Women's Day, female workers in South Korea have raised their voices for gender pay equity through partial strikes in Seoul.

Kim Jong-un visited North Korea's largest cement plant, praising workers for their production achievements and reaffirming the country's economic strategy despite international tensions.

An Iranian drone strike at Kuwait International Airport resulted in several minor injuries among airport employees and some material damage to the terminal.

The Pascual Workers Cooperative is planning to expand its beverage exports to international markets, including Russia, Colombia, and Chile.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted a willingness for dialogue with the US while reinforcing 'hostile' relations with South Korea during the recently held Workers' Party Congress.

The European Railway and Infrastructure Managers' Community is protesting against the EU's revision of regulations allowing longer trucks in international transport, citing concerns for the railway industry's competitiveness.

North Korea's Workers' Party Congress has commenced with around 5,000 delegates discussing the future economic, military, and foreign policy direction of the country, including hints about its nuclear program and potential dialogues with the US and South Korea.

Workers at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ended their strike after two days, causing significant flight disruptions.

Kenya Airways has adjusted its flight schedules due to significant delays caused by an ongoing strike by aviation workers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

An aviation workers' strike in Kenya has disrupted flights to and from Kisumu International Airport, leaving many passengers stranded.

Ecuador ranks as the third worst country in the world for workers, according to the 2023 Global Rights Index by the International Trade Union Confederation, highlighting severe labor issues such as forced long hours without breaks.

Canadian mining company Vizsla Silver has temporarily suspended operations in Sinaloa following the kidnapping of ten employees, while enhancing its security protocols and working with international advisors to assess ongoing conditions.

Vizsla Silver has reinforced its security protocols following the disappearance of ten workers in Concordia, Sinaloa, by collaborating with experienced international security consultants.

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff faces backlash for making a joke about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement monitoring international employees during a company event.

The Alberta government has temporarily halted a policy that would cut health coverage for certain temporary foreign workers, following public and employer concerns.

A total of 26 international ports have joined a strike against the 'war economy' in the Mediterranean, protesting military actions and the impact on workers' rights.

Flight operations have resumed at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu after aviation workers protested the government's concession plan for the facility.

Workers in Yiwu, China's 'International Trade City', are drawing attention for their poorly constructed plush horses that feature sad expressions, resonating with many people's feelings of exhaustion at work.

An indigenous protest blocking the main access road to Santarém International Airport has caused traffic jams, delays, and inconveniences for travelers and workers.

In 2025, an unprecedented crisis in international shipping saw over 6000 seafarers abandoned on ships without pay, food, or a way to return home, according to the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF).

Samira Nawa critiques Danish Employment Minister Kaare Dybvad's portrayal of international labor in his new book, arguing against its conflation with immigration policy that undermines skilled foreign workers.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has warned about the risks that artificial intelligence (AI) poses for highly qualified young workers, particularly those seeking their first job, as outlined in its 2026 report on Social and Employment Trends.

British unions have accused McDonald's of violating international labor standards due to its failure to address sexual harassment complaints from employees across its restaurants in the UK.

Israel's foreign ministry announced that several international humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders, will face the closure of their operations in Gaza starting January 1, due to legal actions taken against their operating permits.