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🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

After years of disdain for women's unpaid work: nothing but small concessions

The article criticizes the lack of genuine recognition for women's unpaid labor during International Women's Day celebrations among Slovak politicians.

Mar 9 • 09:32 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Paid Apprenticeship Year Attracts Women to the Construction Industry: 'Want to Work Practically'

A paid apprenticeship program aimed at women is helping to increase female representation in Sweden's male-dominated construction industry.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Action Day Women’s Strike: "There is still a double standard"

The 'Daughters Collective' in Germany has called for a nationwide women's strike to raise awareness of the extensive caregiving work that women continue to perform, both paid and unpaid.

Mar 6 • 10:13 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A69: 79 million euros in compensation paid to the contractor Atosca after the interruption of work

France has compensated the contractor Atosca with 79 million euros following a halt in construction of the A69 highway due to legal challenges.

Mar 3 • 14:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tommy Sundvall: 'The Workplace is the Last Dictatorship'

Tommy Sundvall reflects on his life transitioning from a well-paid bureaucratic position in Stockholm to working at a gas station in Kramfors, illustrating the dichotomy between his two identities as an artist and a service worker.

Feb 28 • 11:41 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

Which countries have the most vacation days: how many vacation days each one has

A study reveals significant differences in vacation days across countries, with Iran leading at 53 paid days off annually.

Feb 25 • 14:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

How to Save Your Vacation: Paid Leave for Moving or Job Searching

The article discusses the options for paid leave related to moving and job searching in Czechia.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Labor Minister: 'Two extra hours that could be increased can be paid in money or with time'

The Ecuadorian Labor Minister announced a proposal that allows for two additional working hours to be compensated either financially or with time off, clarifying that the 40-hour workweek remains unchanged.

Feb 23 • 16:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Once lived on 500 rupees, savings finished, today earns millions: Sunil

Sunil Grover, now one of India's highest-paid comedians, reflects on his journey from struggling to financial success, emphasizing the hard work and support that helped him achieve his dreams.

Feb 23 • 08:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Henry Sildaru: Hard work paid off

Estonian freestyle skier Henry Sildaru unexpectedly won a silver medal in men’s slopestyle at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, reflecting on his performance post-competition.

Feb 20 • 21:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Climate change will shake the labor market. "Well-paid positions will suffer"

The article discusses the potential impact of climate change on the labor market, particularly affecting outdoor workers and job productivity.

Feb 20 • 14:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Neuquén government fired the son of a former governor accused of being paid for four years without working: he clocked in and left

The Neuquén government has dismissed Nicolás Salvatori, son of a former governor, accused of falsifying his attendance at work for four years.

Feb 17 • 17:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Yuto Totsuka, Olympic Gold Medalist in Halfpipe, Returns Home: Hard Work and Efforts Have Paid Off

Yuto Totsuka and his fellow snowboarders returned to Japan after competing in the Winter Olympics, expressing their joy and the fulfillment of their hard work and dedication.

Feb 17 • 07:07 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Holidays on February 16 and 17: why they are immovable days and how to get paid if you work

The national holidays on February 16 and 17 in Argentina coincide with Carnival celebrations, affecting work schedules and pay for those who work.

Feb 15 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update on anti-fraud crackdown to beat benefit cheats

The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing new powers to combat benefit fraud and recover wrongly paid funds.

Feb 15 • 00:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Labor reform: how much will a worker earn in case of illness or accident

A new labor reform in Argentina reduces paid leave periods and modifies compensation for workers in case of illness or accidents not related to work.

Feb 12 • 15:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Registrations open for 6,000 internship vacancies in the Young Work Program 2026 in MA; find out who can apply

The Government of Maranhão is offering 6,000 paid internship opportunities for youth aged 17 to 25 as part of the Young Work Program 2026, encouraging job market entry.

Feb 11 • 16:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How Carnival Holidays 2026 Are Paid

The article discusses the payment conditions for workers required to work during the extended Carnival holidays in Argentina in 2026.

Feb 11 • 10:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

"This job especially requires courage" - this is how much snow removal workers are paid

Snow removal work is in demand across Finland as snowfall continues and temperatures drop, with a focus in the capital region on safely clearing snow from rooftops.

Feb 11 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The teachers' unrest tested in a strike in Catalonia: 'We are doing poorly paid work'

Teachers in Catalonia are striking to protest underfunding and inadequate resources for students with special needs, leading to frustration among educators.

Feb 10 • 06:51 UTC
🇲🇽 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 • 22:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Disability Pension 2026: Who Can Apply, How Much Is Paid, and What the Procedure Is

In Argentina, individuals with disabilities unable to work may apply for a Non-Contributory Disability Pension, an important social protection tool managed by the national government.

Feb 3 • 12:01 UTC
🇲🇽 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 • 12:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Even 3,000 PLN per hour for work? Higher rates for pain treatment raise controversy

The increase in rates for pain treatment, aimed at improving patient access, has sparked controversy, with some arguing that it mainly benefits already well-paid physicians.

Jan 15 • 13:39 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

A businessman questions whether Jordi Pujol Ferrusola acted as an intermediary in operations for which he was paid

A businessman involved in payments to Jordi Pujol Ferrusola has challenged the legitimacy of his role as an intermediary in economic operations for which he received commissions considered illegal by prosecutors, although others defend that he did perform the work.

Jan 14 • 15:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

"Master" deceived a 68-year-old woman. Took 3000 euros in advance for work and then disappeared

A 41-year-old man is under investigation for allegedly defrauding a 68-year-old woman out of 3000 euros that she paid in advance for heating installation services he never completed.

Jan 14 • 09:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Column 'My Judgment': How much work protection do lawyers in large law firms need?

The Hamburg Administrative Court's recent ruling on maximum working hours raises questions about the relevance of current labor laws for high-paid lawyers in large firms who face intense work pressure.

Jan 13 • 11:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

In BiH, there is anger due to uncleared snow. Citizens are called to clean; they will be paid

Heavy snowfall in Bosnia and Herzegovina has created new job opportunities for locals as a private company seeks citizens to clear the snow, offering decent pay for the work.

Jan 7 • 10:07 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Sports

Olympiakos – Taerik Jones: "Excited to work with Bartzokas"

Olympiakos welcomed Taerik Jones, a center expected to enhance their front line, with a significant transfer fee of €500,000 paid to Partizan.

Jan 5 • 15:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

PSOE admits it paid more than 15,600 euros to Leire Díez as a journalist but denies she held a position in the party

The PSOE acknowledged making a payment of over 15,600 euros to former socialist member Leire Díez for her work as a journalist, while denying any formal position she held within the party.

Dec 31 • 17:21 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The PSOE acknowledges that it paid 15,612 euros to Leire Díez for journalistic work for the party in Cantabria in 2017

The PSOE has confirmed it paid Leire Díez 15,612 euros for journalistic work in Cantabria in 2017, denying any employment relationship or official position held by her in the party.

Dec 31 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

The PSOE admits it paid €15,600 to Leire Díez as a journalist in 2017

The PSOE has acknowledged that it paid €15,600 to Leire Díez for her journalism work in 2017, amidst a broader investigation regarding her affiliation with the party.

Dec 31 • 03:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Intesa gives 1,500 euros for newborns. Two promotions in government areas

Intesa Sanpaolo has introduced a new employee contract that offers a 1,500 euro bonus for newborns and additional benefits such as paid leave for new parents and options for a reduced work week.

Dec 30 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Former Mayor of Pag Indicted. Paid Debt to His Driver with Fabricated Works

The former mayor of Pag, Ante Fabijanić, has been indicted for allegedly fabricating work to pay a debt to his driver, along with others involved in various criminal acts including abuse of position and influence peddling.

Dec 29 • 11:19 UTC

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