DN Debate. "How will you conjure up 65,600 employees in elderly care?"
An opinion piece discusses the urgent need for 65,600 new employees in Sweden's elderly care sector, highlighting the challenges of recruiting staff amid low wages and increased demand for care services.
At the Trevi Fountain, 'ticket agents paid 4.50 euros per hour'. The controversy erupts
Concerns have arisen over low wages for ticket agents at Rome's Trevi Fountain, with political backlash targeting Mayor Gualtieri's administration.
Blue sky over Beijing makes villagers shiver
Despite cleaner air in Beijing, rural residents struggle to heat their homes during the cold winter months due to low wages and the phase-out of coal.
Paulauskas on police wages: "Unless it's less in Belarus"
Lithuanian police leaders discussed the ongoing challenges of low salaries compared to neighboring countries, contributing to a staffing crisis within the force.
Juan Grabois labeled the labor reform as 'dehumanizing' and called for police not to receive 'poverty wages'
Juan Grabois criticized the proposed labor reform in Argentina, calling it 'dehumanizing' and highlighted the issue of low police salaries against the backdrop of recent layoffs.
The highest income tax has been collected, but the effective tax rate is at the bottom of the OECD
Despite a record high collection of income tax from workers in South Korea, the actual burden borne by taxpayers remains at a low effective tax rate of around 6%, placing it among the lowest in OECD countries.
LO wants increased purchasing power
LO demands increased purchasing power, prioritizing low wages and equal pay amid a strong industrial economy.
"In Poland, we have a system of cheap slavery today." This is what the exploitation of Colombians looks like
The article discusses the exploitation of Colombian workers in Poland, highlighting their harsh working conditions and low wages.
The hidden (and strenuous) face of the great Rio de Janeiro Carnival: million-euro subsidies and workers at 40ºC for 280 euros a month
The article explores the behind-the-scenes challenges of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival, revealing low wages and extreme working conditions for the labor force.
Labor precariousness threatens the National Cineteca
Workers at the National Cineteca in Mexico launched an active strike on Valentine's Day to protest against low wages and the exploitation they face under the federal Ministry of Culture's policies.
To increase wages, but how?
The Greek parliament discusses a bill aimed at enhancing labor collective agreements amid ongoing debates about low wages and the need for investment to improve the economy.
Ministry and Trade Union Push Back Against Trucking Companies' Concerns About Driver Shortages
Estonian trucking companies are expressing concerns about a lack of trained drivers, while the Ministry of Education and the transport trade union attribute the issue to low wages and other factors rather than insufficient education programs.
A Disturbing Phenomenon in Russian Wages
Russian wages are rapidly increasing due to a significant labor shortage and low unemployment rate, but this is creating challenges for businesses amidst a declining economy.
Italian justice intervenes with Glovo for exploiting delivery workers
Italian authorities are investigating Glovo for allegedly exploiting delivery workers through low wages and excessive working hours.
Rental affordability hits new low as rents rise faster than wages
Rental affordability in Australia has reached a record low as rents have increased significantly more than wages over the past five years.
Maritime regulator investigating luxury cruise ship after exploitation claims
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority is investigating allegations of worker exploitation on the Carnival Encounter luxury cruise ship after whistleblower reports of poor living conditions and low wages.
The number of migrant workers in the shipbuilding industry has surged fivefold... 'Skilled worker visas have become a means of securing low-wage labor'
The number of migrant workers in South Korea's shipbuilding industry has increased over five times in three years, raising concerns about low wages and opaque migration processes, particularly for those entering under skilled worker visas (E-7-3).
Indonesian teachers paid $170 per month as education funds go to free meals
Indonesian teachers are struggling with low wages, earning just $170 a month, as the government redirects education funds to a free meals program for students.
Fire emergency: the State declared the alert, but they denounce underfunding in the fight against fires
Amid advancing wildfires in Patagonia, firefighters report low wages, personnel shortages, and delays in fund allocation, with national data indicating that less than 5% of the budget has been spent.
Pam: The true hourly wage of Wolt couriers revealed – "Absurdity"
A report from the PAM union has revealed that the actual pre-tax hourly wages for Wolt couriers can be as low as under four euros, based on data gathered from their logged hours and compensation.
Creating a 'Death from Overwork and Low Wages Special City'?
The recent discussions around administrative integration in South Korea are evolving, with planned changes in regions like Daegu and Gyeongbuk set for 2026, alongside controversial provisions excluding certain laws, including minimum wage requirements.
The National Power's Unified Bill Causes Backlash Over 'Low Wages and Overwork'... Daegu and Gyeongbuk Will Submit Adjustment Opinions
The National Power's bill allowing exceptions to the Minimum Wage Act and Labor Standards Act has triggered widespread backlash, prompting Daegu city to state it will submit opinions for amendments during the National Assembly review to prevent potential violations of worker rights.
PAM: We investigated the real hourly wages of Wolt couriers – 'This is really alarming,' says the chairman of PAM
A study by the Service Sector Professionals Union PAM reveals that the hourly wages of Wolt couriers can be as low as a few euros, raising concerns about fairness in compensation.
The average full-time salary broke the "barrier" of 1,500 euros, a year earlier
In 2025, the average full-time salary in the private sector surpassed 1,500 euros, with an increase of 280,000 workers earning above 1,000 euros compared to 2024, indicating a significant shift towards better wages and a reduction in low-wage earners.
Yeongnam and Honam civic groups call for removal of anti-labor provisions from administrative integration bill
Civic groups from Yeongnam and Honam are demanding the removal of anti-labor provisions in an administrative integration bill that they believe could lead to a special city of overwork and low wages in Daegu and Gyeongbuk.
Will TK Become a Special City for Overwork and Low Wages? Opposition to the Administrative Integration Special Law
Following the public disclosure of the Daegu-Gyeongbuk integration special law, labor and education sectors expressed strong opposition, arguing it would create a 'special city for overwork and low wages' while undermining workers' rights.
"For low and middle incomes, more net income should remain from gross income"
Career advisor Markus Karbaum advocates for higher net income from gross wages to motivate individuals to take jobs instead of remaining unemployed.
Teachers in Northern Syria Announce Strike After Unfulfilled Promises
Teachers in northern Syria, particularly in Idlib province, have begun an open-ended strike, demanding better wages and improved living conditions due to their low salaries and worsening conditions.
Physiotherapists Opposed to Amendment of Wage Act. Threaten Protest
Physiotherapists in Poland are threatening to protest against a government proposal they believe will freeze wages and undermine the earnings of low-paid medical workers.
Jobs That Don't Provide a Living
The article discusses job precarity, difficulties in accessing social security in the U.S., and how many young workers are unable to sustain a living due to low wages and unpaid overtime.
Low Wages, High Prices – The Greek Paradox in Europe
As Greeks seek to improve their incomes through government measures, analysts express skepticism about whether these fiscal interventions will meet actual needs amidst the ongoing economic challenges.
Changing jobs to change the world
A significant number of Generation Z youth voluntarily leave their jobs within a year due to low wages, lack of flexibility, and conflicting values.
Fammelos' New Year's Message: May 2026 Be the Year of Positive Changes
Sokratis Famellos expressed his hope for 2026 to be a year of positive changes for Greece, emphasizing the need for better public health and education rather than low wages and scandals.
Monika Uhlerová's Warning: We Invest Too Little in Research, Thus We Have Low Salaries
Monika Uhlerová, president of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Slovakia, claims that low company investments in research and development keep Slovakia trapped in a low-value-added economic model and contribute to low wages.