Attention Arizona: these are the new official recommendations on heat risks in workplaces
Arizona is implementing new official recommendations to protect workers from extreme heat exposure in various outdoor sectors.
Belgium says goodbye to lifelong unemployment benefits
Belgium ends indefinite unemployment benefits today, introducing a maximum two-year limit as part of a controversial reform aimed at addressing labor shortages.
A Normal Day at Work...
Seasonal employees in a well-known tourist destination in Greece face potential exploitation and illegal working conditions despite an anonymous complaint to the Labor Inspection.
12 Workers Died in 14 Months at Daebul Industrial Complex... "The Death March Must Stop"
A foreign worker died at the Daebul National Industrial Complex in Jeollanam-do, leading to renewed criticism of safety practices in the region.
Despite the slogan 6x1, the government's priority is reducing working hours to 40, says minister
Brazil's Minister of Labor, Luiz Marinho, emphasizes the government's shift from the 6x1 work schedule to a proposal for reducing the standard workweek from 44 to 40 hours.
Head of "Solidarity" Piotr Duda: This is not a reform of the PIP, but a coating of reality
Piotr Duda, the head of the Solidarity trade union, criticizes the government's proposed reforms, emphasizing the need for transparency and proper consultation before formulating opinions on military spending legislation.
Workers from MA will be heard by a commission after reports of analogous slavery in SC
The State Commission in Brazil will listen to 16 workers who reported degrading conditions during apple harvesting in Santa Catarina, with implications for investigations into labor exploitation.
'There goes the Brazilian worker,' architect vented while filming street cleaner working under rain
An architect's video of a street cleaner working in heavy rain in Palmas, Brazil, sparked social media discussions about labor visibility and appreciation.
The Cgil is against the Jobs Act but then uses it to fire
The article discusses the contradiction of the Cgil union, which opposes the Jobs Act while simultaneously using it for layoffs.
Shame on riders, new slaves (of the algorithm)
The article discusses the plight of delivery riders in Italy, highlighting their exploitation and the harsh conditions they endure as they work under algorithmic management.
Understand the court's decision that determined a compensation of R$ 5,000 after a domestic worker worked up to 15 hours a day
A domestic worker in Salvador, Brazil, was awarded R$ 5,000 in compensation after working excessively long hours, infringing on her rights to rest and leisure.
Buses and Trains: Warning Strikes in Public Transport Continue
In Germany, warning strikes in public transport are set to continue, affecting bus, tram, and subway services.
For retirees, ANSeS is an industry of lawsuits
The Argentinian government celebrates labor reform while the ANSeS, a state agency, continues to undermine retirees' rights through lawsuits.
Milei's labor reform was approved in Argentina - allows even 12-hour workdays
Argentina's Congress has approved a labor reform pushed by President Javier Milei that permits 12-hour workdays and restricts severance pay and the right to strike.
Argentine Congress Approves Labor Reform of Javier Milei
The Argentine Congress has approved a labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei, which significantly alters labor conditions and dismantles decades of workers' rights.
Milei achieves the largest labor reform in 50 years: cheaper layoffs and workdays of up to 12 hours
The Argentine government has passed a significant labor reform that lowers severance costs and extends work hours, prompting concerns over worker rights.
Senate: the ruling party approved the Labor Reform and the opposition announced it will be judicialized for "unconstitutionality"
Argentina's Senate passed a controversial Labor Reform after eliminating a contentious article but faces judicial challenges from the opposition.
Should the 6x1 work schedule end in Brazil? NO
The article discusses the distinction between work hours and work schedules in Brazil, emphasizing the importance of collective bargaining in defining these aspects.
Spain opposes rolling back decarbonization or labor rights in favor of competitiveness
Spanish President Pedro Sánchez has outlined a proposal against regressing on decarbonization and labor rights to enhance European competitiveness.
Hospital Doctors: Double Mobilization on March 11 and 18 with Work Stoppage and 24-hour Strike
Hospital doctors in Greece are planning a double mobilization on March 11 and 18, featuring a work stoppage and a nationwide strike to demand better working conditions.
A constitutional lawyer warned about the biggest inconsistencies in the labor reform: "Everything is a big show"
Diego Armesto critiques Argentina's proposed labor reform as regressive and detrimental to private workers, stating it merely serves as a regulatory framework without creating jobs.
Domestic worker compensated after working 64 hours a week and having her rest and leisure affected in BA
A domestic worker in Salvador, Brazil, has won R$ 5,000 in compensation after the court ruled her excessive 64-hour work week violated her rights to rest and leisure.
Brazilian meat company sued for dozens of miscarriages among employees
The Brazilian meat producer MBRF is facing a civil lawsuit due to alleged failures in protecting pregnant workers, following a case of a Venezuelan employee who suffered a miscarriage.
Parat accuses NHO and Spekter of encouraging law-breaking after part-time court ruling
The union Parat has accused NHO and Spekter of suggesting illegal practices concerning part-time workers following a recent court ruling on overtime pay.
Labor Court condemns CBTU to pay R$ 100 thousand in compensation for discrimination and harassment against employees in Recife
The Brazilian Labor Court has ordered CBTU to pay R$ 100,000 for discriminating against and harassing eight employees in Recife.
Equal pay for equal work. The Supreme Court changed the conditions for employee benefits
The Czech Supreme Court has altered the regulations governing employee benefits to ensure equal pay for equal work.
Trump criticized for retracting relief for agricultural migrants
Advocates for agricultural and migrant workers have condemned Trump's decision to withdraw an offer for migration relief for undocumented farmworkers, mostly from Mexico.
Chad: Striking teachers say they have received no salary and denounce a will to 'intimidate'
In Chad, striking teachers claim they have not been paid and are denouncing intimidation tactics by the government.
Agreement Reached in Private Social Services Sector Negotiations: Strikes Canceled
A negotiation result has been reached in Finland's private social services sector, leading to the cancellation of planned strikes.
When is the labor reform of Javier Milei voted on today, Friday, February 27
Argentina's Senate is poised to vote today on the labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei, which introduces significant changes to salary structures and employee rights.
Equal Pay Day: The Price of Motherhood
On Equal Pay Day, Germany highlights the wage gap between men and women, with women statistically working unpaid for the first 58 days of the year due to this gap.
The Riders of Landini
The article critiques the CGIL union's stance on worker rights, comparing its practices unfavorably to those of corporations like Deliveroo.
Landini, not just the severance pay: he also underpaid the director of the Cgil
Maurizio Landini, secretary of the Cgil, faces scrutiny over underpayment issues while calling for better wages and protections for workers amidst an ongoing investigation into labor practices.
A chameleon that changes skin with the rules
The article discusses the duplicity of Cgil's secretary Landini regarding labor practices under the scrutiny of the law.
Trade Union Leader and Opposition in a World Apart
Walter Rizzetto comments on the condemnation of the CGIL union for failing to pay severance pay to a former executive.
Pay Transparency as a New Standard for Protecting Employees
Poland is set to implement EU directives by 2026 that aim to enhance pay transparency and uphold equal pay principles for men and women in similar jobs.
Labor reform in the Senate today, LIVE: keys to the debate, cuts due to mobilization, and last news this February 27
The Senate is set to debate labor reform, possibly with the support of allied blocs for approval of a modernized labor law.
Transportation workers strike across Germany for the second time this year
Workers in Germany's public transportation sector are engaging in strikes for the second time this year, affecting services across cities nationwide.
Germany: Chaos on the Roads, Public Transport Paralyzed
Public transport services in Germany are disrupted due to warning strikes called by the Verdi union, causing frustration among many workers.
‘More exploitation, fewer rights’: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws
Argentina's government prepares to pass a comprehensive reform of labor laws aimed at reducing union power and labor costs amid criticisms from opponents who argue it will worsen employment conditions.
Strike Paralyzes Germany. Public Transport Has Stopped
A nationwide strike in Germany has halted public transport in several cities for 48 hours, affecting millions of commuters.
Podcast analyzes debate on ending the 6x1 work schedule, with political and lobby disputes
The President of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta, is pushing for a constitutional amendment to end the 6x1 work schedule, amid political tensions and lobbying efforts against the measure.
Employees of municipal transport companies are on strike across Germany
Employees of municipal transport companies in Germany have gone on strike, affecting public transportation services.
The Government will send the intern statute to Congress next week despite the lack of support
The Spanish government is set to send a statute aimed at improving conditions for interns to Congress, facing significant opposition.
Public Transport Union Chairperson Fined for Violating Covid-19 Prevention Regulations During Demonstration
The chairperson of the Public Transport Union has been fined 2 million KRW by the Supreme Court for holding a rally against unfair dismissals, violating COVID-19 safety measures.
6x1 Shift: 'Lack of Humanity,' Says Reader
The article discusses reader opinions regarding the 6x1 work schedule and its implications on workers' rights in Brazil.
Judicial workers have gone on strike again as the conflict escalates over the transfer of labor jurisdiction to the City
Judicial workers in Argentina have resumed strikes amid escalating tensions regarding the proposed transfer of labor jurisdiction to Buenos Aires.
Good news for California: what laws signed by Gavin Newsom took effect in February 2026
California's new laws taking effect in February 2026 focus on employee rights and workplace regulations.
State enterprises have taken a direction towards 'platform labor'
Estonian state enterprises are moving towards platform-based labor, shifting from traditional employment contracts to more flexible service contracts.
Former Supreme Court Justice Kim Seon-su: "Negligence in Outsourcing Danger is Unfair ... We Must Demonstrate Solidarity"
Former Supreme Court Justice Kim Seon-su emphasizes the need for direct employment of subcontracted laborers to improve safety and address unfair employment structures.