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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: Over 3 million unemployed โ€“ the labor market shows no signs of recovery

Germany continues to face significant unemployment, with over 3 million individuals without jobs, despite a slight increase in economic growth.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Nav: Small decrease in unemployment in February โ€“ 2.1 percent are completely unemployed

In February, Norway experienced a slight decrease in unemployment with 2.1 percent of the labor force being fully unemployed, according to Nav statistics.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Nav: Small decrease in unemployment in February

Norway saw a slight decrease in unemployment figures for February, with a total of 62,112 unemployed individuals, while the unemployment rate remained stable at 2.1%.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Decrease in unemployment in February

Norway experienced a decrease in unemployment in February, with 500 fewer people unemployed compared to January, according to new data from Nav.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Capricorn

The daily horoscope for Capricorn outlines favorable conditions, including job opportunities for the unemployed and success over enemies.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

There were 3 unemployed Canadians for every vacant job in December: StatCan

Statistics Canada reports that in December, there were three unemployed Canadians for every job vacancy, reflecting a tightening job market and rising unemployment rates.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Final closure and 520 people without jobs: famous dessert and plant brands managed by Venezuelans disappear

The closure of dairy plants managed by Venezuelan company Maralac S.A has left 520 workers unemployed following a judicial bankruptcy declaration.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unemployment in Parรก Falls 21% in One Year, Ending 2025 with 234,000 Unemployed, Says Dieese/PA

The unemployment rate in Parรก decreased by 21% by the end of 2025, according to a report from Dieese/PA.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Harsh employment figures published - here are the areas with the most unemployed job seekers

Recent employment statistics reveal an increase in unemployed job seekers in Finland compared to last year, with significant regional disparities.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Statistics Finland: More Unemployed than a Year Ago

Finland's unemployment rate decreased slightly in January but the total number of unemployed individuals rose compared to the previous year.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Backlash for Many Retiring

A new universal support scheme will reduce partial early retirement pensions for unemployed individuals beginning on May 1.

Feb 24 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Frost Created Unemployment in the Construction Industry - Now There is Hope

A prolonged cold winter has led to a significant increase in unemployment in the construction sector in Northern Jutland, but milder weather is expected to improve conditions for unemployed workers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project offers free vocational sewing course in Salvador; see how to enroll

A project in Salvador is offering a free vocational sewing course for unemployed residents of the Cidade Baixa area.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pension without contributions for unemployed โ€“ Who are the beneficiaries of the โ€˜bridgeโ€™ of DYPA

The current legal framework provides a solution for thousands of long-term unemployed individuals nearing retirement by allowing them to continue their insurance voluntarily without any financial burden.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

รlvaro Rivas Garcรญa: "My father was left a widower, unemployed, and with me just born, that's not a cannon life"

รlvaro Rivas Garcรญa reflects on his upbringing and the legacy of his mother as he celebrates the success of his bandโ€™s popular song and introduces new music.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

USEFUL TO KNOW โŸฉ A reader discovered how to get over-the-counter medication at a fraction of the price

A reader in Estonia found a way to obtain certain over-the-counter medications at significantly discounted prices through the Health Insurance Fund, potentially easing the financial burden for many, especially pensioners and the unemployed.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project opens registrations for free industrial sewing course in Salvador; learn how to participate

A project in Salvador is offering a free industrial sewing course for residents of the Cidade Baixa, targeting unemployed individuals with a low income.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

61-Year-Old Arrested: 'I Wanted to Kill Someone' - Three Stabbed at Fukuoka Library, No Prior Acquaintance

A 61-year-old unemployed man was arrested for attempted murder after stabbing three people at a Fukuoka library, claiming he wanted to kill someone despite having no prior connection with the victims.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

EasyJet offering free interview outfits to unemployed Brits in huge move

EasyJet is providing free interview outfits made from repurposed crew uniforms to help unemployed individuals in the UK secure jobs.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

No Chance for Work? The Long-Term Unemployed are Increasing

The article discusses the increasing number of long-term unemployed individuals in Czechia.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: 2,000 drivers unemployed - 'The government is sending us to disaster,' the warning

Taxi drivers in Greece are threatening to escalate their nationwide protests against government policies that they claim threaten their livelihoods.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Job Search as a Graduate: Studied, Motivated, Unemployed

Many recent graduates in Germany are struggling to find work despite their qualifications and motivation, facing unexpected job losses and a challenging job market.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Clean Monday: What applies to wages in the private sector

Clarifications regarding the payment of private sector employees on Clean Monday are provided by the GSEE and the Workers' & Unemployed Information Center of the Confederation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Tougher penalties for unemployed individuals who do not participate in initiatives: "Donโ€™t take the chance"

The Swedish government is tightening penalties for unemployed individuals who fail to engage in designated training programs, according to Work Minister Johan Britz.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

DYPA: Applications for the new entrepreneurship support program for ages 18-29 with a subsidy of โ‚ฌ17,500

The Greek government has launched an entrepreneurship support initiative for unemployed youth aged 18-29, providing subsidies to encourage business development, with a focus on women and green digital economy.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The 28-Year-Old Unemployed Ina's CV Does Not Reveal What Her Bank Account Looks Like โ€“ Money Comes Without Doing Anything

28-year-old Ina has found alternative ways to earn money without a job, aiming for financial freedom by 35.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tracked thousands of unemployed โ€“ then the Employment Service slammed the brakes

Sweden's Employment Service found 4,000 suspected fraudsters using a new method of tracking IP addresses but has contacted only 208 months later, citing system updates as a reason for the delay.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Stop Signal Politics and Give Real Support to Job Seekers

The article criticizes the government for reducing activity support, arguing it negatively affects long-term unemployed individuals and calls for genuine assistance instead of mere political posturing.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence Leaves Programmers Unemployed, Productivity Has Increased Up to Tenfold

The rise of AI is drastically transforming the job market for programmers, leading to increased productivity but also resulting in job losses for many.

Feb 13 โ€ข 05:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

โ€˜There is no other optionโ€™: the drama of unemployment, as it has never been told

South Korean director Park Chan-wook adapts the novel 'The Ax' into a black comedy exploring the lives of long-term unemployed individuals.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Emiliano 'unemployed' and now he even risks returning to being a magistrate

Michele Emiliano, former prosecutor and regional president, faces uncertainty over his political future as the judiciary council delays decisions amidst a referendum on justice.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

There are so many unemployed that employment areas have to postpone meetings โ€“ director: โ€œQuite a turbulenceโ€

Finland's employment offices are struggling to meet legal deadlines for consultations with unemployed individuals due to a high level of unemployment.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

D. Mantzos: The government owes answers regarding training programs for the unemployed

PASOK spokesperson Dimitris Mantzos criticized the government and demanded answers regarding controversial training programs during a parliamentary session.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Are you an unemployed job seeker? Tell us if you are getting help from employment services

Finland's unemployment situation has worsened significantly, with both high numbers of unemployed people and an increased burden on municipal employment services.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

15,000 more unemployed last year - many are young

In Norway, unemployment rose by 15,000 last year, with the most significant increase among young adults aged 15 to 24.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

15,000 more unemployed in 2025

Unemployment in Norway is projected to rise by 15,000 in 2025, according to Statistics Norway, with the unemployment rate increasing from 4% in 2024 to 4.5% in 2025.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK sleepwalking into joblessness epidemic, Tesco boss warns

The CEO of Tesco has warned that the UK is facing a potential joblessness epidemic with a rising number of people unemployed and reliant on benefits.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Kerameos on the Panagopoulos case: Charges against an individual, not the GSEE

Greek Minister of Labor Niki Kerameos addressed the Panagopoulos case, clarifying that charges were against an individual rather than the GSEE, and commented on the European Commission's rejection of a training program for the unemployed.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The tightening of social assistance hits hardest a group of 49,000 without income, estimates Kela

Estimates suggest that the upcoming tightening of social assistance will significantly impact approximately 49,000 people in Finland who are currently without income.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

NVA: unemployment rate in Latvia is rising again

The unemployment rate in Latvia rose to 5.2% by the end of January, according to the National Employment Agency (NVA), reflecting a month-on-month increase in the number of registered unemployed individuals.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

6,000 unemployed and about 500 teachers without training from the SOC due to a computer issue from the Generalitat: "They are generating more unemployment"

A computer issue from the Generalitat in Catalonia has caused the suspension of job training courses for 6,000 unemployed individuals and 500 teachers, raising concerns about increasing unemployment.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why the unemployed pay to get hired โ€“ The new data in the USA and the warning for Europe

The article discusses a shocking trend in the U.S. where job seekers, facing an increasingly competitive and AI-dominated job market, are resorting to paying for recruitment services.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Renting an apartment increased the debts of an unemployed person with disabilities to the Kaunas municipality

A court case is examining Kaunas municipality's request to recover debts from an unemployed tenant with disabilities and to terminate their rental agreement.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Has Natasha become unemployed after divorcing Hardik? Trolled for dancing at an event

Natasha Stankovic, ex-wife of cricketer Hardik Pandya, faced trolling on social media after performing a dance at a college event, with some users mocking her employment status post-divorce while others defended her.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Employment Service: A More Active Start to the Year in the Job Market

Lithuania's Employment Service reports an increase in registered unemployed individuals and a significant rise in job vacancies at the start of the year.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Unemployed person submitted a job application - Lost benefits

An actress, Seidi Haarla, shares her experience of losing unemployment benefits after submitting a job application in the form of a self-tape, illustrating the challenges faced by actors in the current job market.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Cuts to social assistance push unemployed Niko to the brink of homelessness: 'This is the starting shot straight to the street'

Unemployed since 2020, Niko Huuskonen fears homelessness if his social assistance is cut in half due to new reforms targeting โ‚ฌ70 million in savings.

Feb 7 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kela clarifies student support: studies do not need to be stopped after all

Kela has announced that students can receive full social assistance during the summer without having to terminate their studies, countering previous guidance that required students to register as unemployed and halt their education to obtain support.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

20-year-old Lassi is unemployed but claims to earn 2,500 euros a month

In a new documentary, Lassi Kuhlman, a 20-year-old rapper streamer, reveals his income from live streaming, which he claims amounts to 2,500 euros a month, despite being unemployed and receiving mixed reactions from his followers who often tease him but also donate money.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

The Robber Story "Cat Kingdom" Offers Swindles and Tricks in a Stigmatized Sweden

The article discusses the quirky narrative of "Cat Kingdom," which features an unemployed model builder and a conspiracy-minded marine biologist in a retrospective look at a peculiar Sweden filled with oddities.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:09 UTC

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