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🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 • 19:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video of street cleaner working in heavy rain in TO causes commotion on social media

A video featuring a street cleaner in Palmas collecting trash during heavy rain has gone viral, highlighting the challenging conditions faced by urban workers.

Feb 27 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

If conditions are so harsh, why don't interns leave?

The article discusses the often harsh realities faced by interns in elite restaurants and the tendency of some to reinterpret their suffering as a rite of initiation rather than speaking out about it.

Feb 27 • 04:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Wage Increases for Teachers. Unionists Demand 'Urgent Changes' from the Head of the Ministry of Education

A teachers' union in Poland is calling for a 15% increase in minimum salary rates for educators and the removal of discriminatory clauses regarding additional pay for difficult working conditions.

Feb 26 • 16:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvia has the highest proportion of women working in the police in the European Union

Latvia's National Police reported an increase in personnel in 2022 but still faces shortages; issues with workload, working conditions, and pay have led to resignations, while efforts are ongoing to retain and attract officers back to the service.

Feb 26 • 10:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Every other bus driver barely has time to eat lunch

A recent survey indicates that nearly half of bus drivers struggle to take proper lunch breaks, leading to concerns over their wellbeing and safety on the job.

Feb 26 • 08:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Discussion on Improving Working Conditions for Subcontracted Workers at Ulsan Shipyard Ahead of the Yellow Envelope Law Implementation

A discussion was held regarding the expansion of labor rights for subcontracted workers in Ulsan's shipyards in anticipation of the Yellow Envelope Law's implementation.

Feb 26 • 07:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maranhão workers report poor conditions in apple harvest in Santa Catarina

Workers from Timon, Maranhão, have denounced inadequate working conditions during an apple harvest in Santa Catarina.

Feb 25 • 23:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Nurses have found a way to earn – "You can achieve the same monthly salary with significantly less work"

In Finland, nurses are increasingly seeking alternative employment due to poor working conditions, with some devising innovative ways to maximize their income without heavy workloads.

Feb 25 • 15:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

“It's a scandal”: the disruptive perspective on AI from the Argentine researcher recognized by Time magazine

Milagros Miceli, an Argentine sociologist and doctor in Computer Engineering, criticizes the working conditions of AI data workers while advocating for their acknowledgment in the AI revolution.

Feb 25 • 14:50 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Thousands of Tourists Stuck at Lake Baikal as Ice Road Conditions Remain Hazardous

Over 3,000 tourists are stranded on Olkhon Island in Lake Baikal due to unsafe ice road conditions, with authorities working to ensure essential supplies are available.

Feb 25 • 14:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Deliveroo: Under judicial administration in Italy - 12-hour work for 1,000 euros per month

Deliveroo has been placed under judicial administration in Italy due to accusations of labor exploitation and inadequate wages for its delivery workers, who face challenging working conditions.

Feb 25 • 14:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] ‘Contract is 6 PM, but in reality, it’s 2 AM’…Gangdong-gu cleaning workers forced into night shifts

Cleaning workers at a sanitation subcontractor in Seoul's Gangdong-gu are demanding better working conditions after being forced to start their shifts in the early morning hours despite their contracts stating otherwise.

Feb 25 • 06:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Roads remain very slippery in places – road workers report where the situation is most dangerous

Road conditions in Lithuania are hazardous due to persistent ice formation, particularly on rural gravel roads where road maintenance crews are actively working.

Feb 25 • 06:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nationwide strike in tourism and catering

Workers in the tourism and catering sectors are holding a nationwide strike in Greece, demanding better working conditions and a collective labor agreement.

Feb 25 • 05:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Less taxes on paychecks for contract renewals, night shifts, and holidays: the 2026 tax updates

The 2026 Italian tax overhaul introduces reductions on employee salaries under certain conditions, particularly benefiting those working night shifts and on holidays.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

By March, a roadmap is expected not only to change sectoral salaries but also to improve conditions by sector

By March, Ecuador's Ministry of Labor plans to establish guidelines to update sectoral minimum wages and improve working conditions across various sectors.

Feb 24 • 21:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

One by one: when are the air traffic controllers' strikes that will affect flights starting this Thursday

Air traffic controllers in Argentina plan a series of strikes beginning Thursday, disrupting nationwide flights as they demand better working conditions and pay.

Feb 24 • 19:32 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta nurses ratify collective agreement with Covenant Health: union

Alberta nurses represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have ratified a new collective agreement with Covenant Health, which includes significant pay increases and improved working conditions.

Feb 24 • 17:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Winter Olympics investigation launched after man collapsed and 'froze to death'

A man died while working at a Winter Olympics venue, prompting a manslaughter investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Feb 24 • 14:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Authorities Conducted a Raid on Berry Picking – A Harsh Truth Was Revealed

Finnish authorities uncovered discrepancies in working conditions for berry pickers, raising concerns about the reliability of reported working hours post-legislative changes.

Feb 24 • 11:20 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Phebe Hospital Staff Stage Protest

Workers at Phebe Hospital in Bong County protested due to salary disparities and poor working conditions.

Feb 24 • 09:49 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Speaker of the Seimas: When the moment X arrives, MPs should work in safer premises

The Speaker of the Seimas, J. Olekas, emphasized the need for safer working conditions for parliamentarians in light of potential emergencies during a closed meeting.

Feb 24 • 08:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Significant shortcomings in the working conditions of berry pickers

A recent report highlights major deficiencies in the working conditions of berry pickers in Finland, particularly regarding wages, working hours, and travel reimbursements.

Feb 24 • 08:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VDI warns: clearing snow from roofs and removing icicles are among the most dangerous winter jobs

The State Labour Inspectorate of Lithuania warns that clearing snow from roofs and removing icicles poses significant risks due to the potential for falls and hazardous working conditions.

Feb 24 • 07:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Administrative technicians from UFPI and UFDPar go on indefinite strike this Monday (23)

Administrative technicians from the universities UFPI and UFDPar in Brazil have initiated an indefinite strike due to unmet agreements regarding their working conditions.

Feb 23 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the working group - an updated proposal by A. Zuokas and A. Skardžius regarding freelance LRT show presenters

A new proposal in Lithuania allows individuals associated with other media to participate in LRT content under specific conditions.

Feb 23 • 09:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

One by one: when the air traffic controller strikes will affect flights starting this Thursday

Air traffic controllers in Argentina are set to strike, impacting flights nationwide due to labor disputes regarding salaries and working conditions.

Feb 22 • 22:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian soybean production is expected to hit a new record in 2026

Brazil's soybean production is anticipated to reach a record high in 2026, with farmers actively working in the fields amid varying harvesting conditions across the country.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Air Traffic Controllers Return to Strike: Dates and Services Affected

Air traffic controllers in Argentina announced a new series of strikes affecting flights nationwide due to ongoing disputes over wages and working conditions.

Feb 21 • 19:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Hesse: Verdi calls for warning strikes in public transport again

Warning strikes in public transport have been announced in several cities in Hesse due to ongoing disputes over working conditions.

Feb 21 • 10:34 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Olympics, the complaint of a steward: lack of hygiene, 12-hour shifts, and heating off

A steward at the Olympics raised serious concerns about hygiene, excessive working hours, and inadequate heating conditions.

Feb 20 • 15:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Cortina, vigilante dies at minus twelve degrees: an investigation for manslaughter has been opened

An investigation for manslaughter has been opened in Belluno following the death of a security guard in Cortina, highlighting concerns about working conditions amid extreme temperatures.

Feb 20 • 11:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

More precariousness, fewer births: the paradox of labor reform

Argentina's labor reform under Javier Milei's government exacerbates precarious working conditions, particularly for women, by increasing job insecurity and deepening existing inequalities.

Feb 20 • 10:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Aaj Tak Impact: Raid on Company Packing Poha While Sitting on a Heap, License Suspended

The license of Avinash Industries in Chhattisgarh has been suspended due to violations of food safety standards after an inspection revealed unsanitary working conditions for employees.

Feb 20 • 10:31 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

'Zero Break Times' for 44%: The Ongoing Long Working Hours of Teachers

A recent investigation reveals that a significant percentage of teachers in Japan are experiencing excessive working hours with virtually no time off.

Feb 20 • 10:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"Happiness Days could be used more productively" – employees tell Yle what would really enhance workplace well-being

Employees in Finland express a need for better management and working conditions to improve workplace well-being, rather than temporary wellness initiatives.

Feb 20 • 08:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Calculation reveals: This is how much the bathroom break for bus drivers in Turku would cost

The city of Turku has calculated that providing bathroom breaks for bus drivers would cost about eight million euros.

Feb 20 • 05:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Made in Pakistan iPhone! The Shahbaz government is working to convince Apple

Reports suggest that Apple is considering manufacturing iPhones in Pakistan, requiring the government to meet three specific conditions.

Feb 20 • 05:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Doctors on the warpath: 'The minister is a doctor, but she doesn't remember what she used to say when she practiced'

Spanish doctors are striking for better working conditions and a distinct status recognizing their professional responsibilities amid a nationwide mobilization effort.

Feb 19 • 21:52 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Care Costs: Clinics Compete with Homes for Care Workers

A debate is ongoing regarding the rising care costs in hospitals, as more healthcare workers are leaving homes and outpatient services for clinics due to better pay and working conditions.

Feb 19 • 19:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

M. Lazaridis against Z. Konstantopoulou over employee's complaint at Plefsi Eleftherias

M. Lazaridis criticizes Z. Konstantopoulou regarding allegations of poor working conditions for employees under her leadership.

Feb 19 • 14:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand what is at stake for Argentine workers with Milei's reform

The article discusses Javier Milei's proposed labor reform in Argentina, which aims to significantly alter working conditions amidst ongoing strikes.

Feb 19 • 14:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Left on incidents at Nikaia Hospital: When health workers request reinforcement, the government sends MAT (riot police)

The political party New Left accuses the Greek government of suppression and police violence against health workers protesting outside Nikaia Hospital over working conditions.

Feb 19 • 12:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Families and workers oppose the privatization of public school cleaning services in Seville: 'They are going to ruin our lives'

Families and workers in Seville are challenging the privatization of public school cleaning services, fearing job losses and deteriorating working conditions.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Rescuers race to save six skiers in California avalanche, 10 more missing

Rescue teams are working in snowy conditions to save six skiers trapped in a California avalanche, while ten others remain unaccounted for.

Feb 18 • 04:09 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Dispute over Wolt couriers' wages

There is a growing dispute regarding the working conditions and wages of Wolt couriers in Iceland, following criticisms from the Icelandic Confederation of Labour.

Feb 18 • 00:09 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Chinese police calls to HungryPanda riders raise foreign interference concerns

HungryPanda delivery riders in Sydney are reporting intimidation tactics by Chinese police against their families to deter protests regarding pay and working conditions.

Feb 17 • 18:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

"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.

Feb 17 • 06:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Little-known issue could mean medications stop working on holiday, GP warns

An NHS GP warns that medications for blood pressure, diabetes, or respiratory conditions might not work effectively at high altitudes, urging individuals to consult their doctors before skiing.

Feb 17 • 05:47 UTC

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