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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Thor Gotaas always does a little less than he can. The result is wild productivity.

Author Thor Gotaas leads the life he desires, demonstrating that a lack of strict discipline can still lead to extraordinary productivity.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Minimum wage: Proposals from 10 entities for an increase from 2.5% to 19.5%

Ten different entities in Greece have proposed increases in the minimum wage ranging from 2.5% to 19.5%, considering factors such as productivity, economic competitiveness, and living standards.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Europe needs scale and decision: letter from the 11 major banks of the continent

Eleven major banks in Europe emphasize the need for decisive action and investment to bridge the productivity gap between Europe and the United States.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Public and private investment is a combination that drives Brazil

Recent discussions on concessions and infrastructure investment in Brazil highlight a resurgence in investment to elevate productivity and reduce regional inequalities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Labor and Family Reconciliation: Key to Productivity and Female Participation

The article discusses the declining labor participation of women in Mexico, highlighting a significant drop in employment and a concerning gender gap in economic participation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

China Dominates the World Market: Friedrich Merz in the Land of Robots

China is rapidly advancing in humanoid robotics, enhancing productivity in factories and aiming to enter the European market, with notable manufacturers attracting attention during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Employers urged to test staff for their SNORING as they could be seriously unsafe

Experts suggest that employers should screen workers for obstructive sleep apnoea to reduce safety risks related to excessive daytime sleepiness.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Morning of Ramadan May Be the Key to Productivity: What Do Scientific Studies Say?

During Ramadan, many employees prefer to start work later, believing that fasting reduces concentration; however, recent studies suggest that mornings might actually enhance focus and complex decision-making.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Already 46% of Poles work in the 'bare minimum Monday' style. Are companies losing out on this?

A significant portion of the Polish workforce is adopting the 'bare minimum Monday' work style, which might have implications for companies.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Life & Tech

How to Play Your Way to a Career Advantage

The article discusses the concept of using AI tools, like 'vibekoding', to streamline personal and professional planning, enhancing efficiency and impressing employers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How to make use of manure to improve soils

The utilization of manure from intensive livestock systems can be key in enhancing soil fertility and agricultural productivity, as demonstrated by long-term trials conducted by INTA General Villegas since 2016.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Email becomes a testing ground for AI agents that promise to increase productivity

A digital marketing CEO has dramatically reduced the time spent managing emails by implementing AI tools that summarize important messages and draft responses.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sunscreen for fruit and AI-guided robot checking crops: agro technology fair presents innovations in the interior of SP

An agro technology fair in Piracicaba, SP, showcases innovative tools including liquid sunscreen for fruits and an AI-driven robot to monitor vineyard and apple orchard productivity.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The country should recognize the productivity of the judiciary and the Public Ministry

Brazil is urged to acknowledge the productivity and remuneration challenges faced by the judiciary and the Public Ministry amid rising caseloads.

Feb 24 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The North of Paranรก Needs to Prepare for New Climatic Events

The northern region of Paranรก, traditionally known for soybean cultivation, is experiencing better productivity conditions this year compared to previous years, thanks to improved rainfall and lower temperatures, although it still needs to brace for future climatic events.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Andrea Bariselli, psychologist and neuroscientist: "We demand too much from the brain against our nature"

Andrea Bariselli discusses the detrimental effects of excessive information consumption and multitasking on human nature and brain capacity.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The varied cantonal flora

Ecuador is facing a crisis stemming from the low productivity of decentralized autonomous governments (GAD), prompting central government reforms requiring better fiscal accountability.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

For the first time in Europe, a robotics model has been applied in Lithuania, allowing to compete with Amazon

A new robotics model implemented in Lithuania aims to enhance productivity for small and medium-sized enterprises in the logistics sector, addressing challenges such as labor shortages and rising costs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Life & Tech

The question can cause feelings of shame. You need to stop placing demands on your free time, says the psychologist.

A psychologist discusses the discomfort people feel when asked about their free time and encourages them to let go of imposed demands.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: Inside Kayonza's Irrigation Bid to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts

Kayonza, Rwanda faces chronic drought and low rainfall, prompting a shift towards irrigation to safeguard agricultural productivity and food security.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The power of knowing how to ask well

The article discusses how the art of crafting quality questions has become a crucial skill in the age of generative AI.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The new big problem with sleep

The article discusses the emergence of 'sleep shame', where individuals face societal judgment regarding their sleep habits, reflecting broader cultural attitudes towards productivity.

Feb 22 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: Handy Amazon home gadgets that really work

This article highlights innovative home gadgets available on Amazon that enhance productivity and convenience for remote workers.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Catalan tourism entrepreneurs assert themselves in response to voices calling for a model change

Catalan tourism entrepreneurs are standing firm against calls for a transformation of the tourism model, emphasizing their ongoing investments in the sector.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Does technology end up affecting motivation and productivity at work?

The article discusses the impact of technology on motivation and productivity in the workplace, questioning whether technological innovation alone leads to organizational progress or employee well-being.

Feb 22 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Dialogue with a Reader

The article discusses reader feedback on minimum wage trends in Brazil and critiques on economic analysis regarding productivity and real minimum wage.

Feb 22 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Reading the Economy from the Faces of Small Business Owners

The article features Lee Jin-wook, a management consultant who has transitioned from human resources and labor management to providing consultations for small businesses in South Korea, highlighting the struggles they face amid economic challenges.

Feb 21 โ€ข 23:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Australia news live: productivity roundtable urges Chalmers to be bold in May budget; federal police seize 28kg of cocaine hidden in luxury bus

Australian authorities are facing challenges regarding the repatriation of women and children from Syria, while the federal police have made a significant drug bust involving cocaine.

Feb 21 โ€ข 22:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Knitting attracts more and more - screen-free gatherings in Vรคrmland

Interest in knitting and other handicrafts among young people is growing in Vรคrmland, as a retreat from digital connectivity and productivity pressure.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

World Bank to approve $500m Nigeria loan in March

The World Bank is poised to approve a $500 million loan to Nigeria to enhance agricultural productivity and create jobs.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reducing Working Hours is Populism over Good Public Policy

An opinion piece critiques the tendency to reduce working hours in Brazil, arguing that it is a populist move that ignores the need for improving worker productivity through better education and training.

Feb 20 โ€ข 22:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ 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 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

996 goes West: US AI start-ups adopt China techโ€™s controversial work schedule to get ahead

US AI start-ups are increasingly adopting China's controversial '996' work schedule to enhance productivity and gain a competitive edge.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

IITA urges FG to prioritise Nigeriaโ€™s seed yam value chain

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture urges the Nigerian government to prioritize the seed yam value chain to improve productivity and market opportunities.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

When will we see results in my company with AI: myths and realities

The article discusses the gap between hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and the actual outcomes businesses experience, as illustrated by a survey of executives.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Mental Health Crisis Takes Centre Stage As Govt Launches Population Report

The Ugandan government highlights a significant mental health crisis as it launches the 2025 State of Uganda Population Report, emphasizing its impact on national productivity and economic growth.

Feb 20 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Politicians in the 'back seat'

A recent analysis highlights the severe economic costs of traffic congestion in Athens, suggesting that it significantly impacts the productivity and quality of life for citizens, while political leaders appear stagnant in addressing these issues.

Feb 20 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

12 retirement gifts they'll actually use

This article presents practical gift ideas for retirees, focusing on items that will enhance their leisure and productivity.

Feb 19 โ€ข 21:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Life & Tech

Work from home essentials: Must-have items for peak productivity

This article from Global News highlights essential items for enhancing productivity while working from home, focusing on supportive seating, quality supplies, and effective tools.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

EASE: Critical priorities for the future of the economy and organizations

The Hellenic Association of Senior Executives (EASE) presented its key positions and priorities aimed at enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of the Greek economy during a special event in Athens.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Jobs are not disappearing due to AI, just their nature is changing, understand this

The article discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming job roles rather than eliminating them, leading to the creation of new types of jobs and altering the skills required for careers.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Greece at a historic crossroads: From technophobia to strategic action

Greece faces a pivotal moment as it grapples with the impact of generative artificial intelligence on its economy and productivity.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The quiet end of the 6x1 work schedule

The article discusses the end of the 6x1 work schedule in Brazil, urging a nuanced debate around labor relations and productivity without alarmist reactions.

Feb 18 โ€ข 22:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Violence Impacts 4% of GDP in Latin American Countries, According to Analyst

An analyst from the Spanish Export Credit Insurance Company (Cesce) reports that violence reduces the GDP of Latin American countries by over 4%, affecting economic investment and productivity.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Kogi poly rector urges staff to back reforms

The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic has called on staff to support ongoing reforms to enhance the institution's performance and productivity.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Environmental contingencies reveal governmental ineptitude

The article discusses how climate change is impacting Mexico's economy and agricultural productivity while exposing the ineffectiveness of governmental policies.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Is AI hype just a bubble? Vishal Sikka called AGI absurd.

Vishal Sikka, CEO of Vianai Systems, discusses the productivity potential of AI while rejecting the notion that AI will achieve human-like reasoning or general intelligence.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

AI Burnout: When the Machine Squeezes the Human

A study reveals that while artificial intelligence enhances programmer productivity, it also leads to increased exhaustion.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

ACReSAL establishes plant lab to boost farming in Gombe

The ACReSAL Project in Gombe State plans to establish a modern agricultural laboratory to combat plant diseases and enhance crop productivity.

Feb 18 โ€ข 00:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

In the Age of AI, India is No Longer a Spectator but a Contender, Find Out How?

India aims to become a key player in artificial intelligence technology, leveraging it particularly for agricultural productivity and disaster management.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:03 UTC

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