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Platform Economy: Global Impacts and Ethical Concerns

The platform economy, encompassing on-demand work like food delivery and nursing, offers flexibility but lacks labor protections; examples from Russia, Mexico, and the US highlight both its benefits and risks, while algorithmic control raises ethical concerns, with alternative models emerging in Ken...

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Spain's Record Asylum Applications Spur Workforce Integration Initiatives

In 2024, Spain received a record 164,000 asylum applications (18% of the EU total), prompting government initiatives to integrate asylum seekers into the workforce through partnerships with private companies, addressing language barriers and providing vocational training, resulting in 535 hires in t...

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Spain Tackles Soaring Work-Related Absenteeism with €30 Billion Cost

In Spain, 1.5 million workers are absent daily due to work-related illnesses, costing over €30 billion annually; the government is negotiating with employers to implement solutions such as reducing work hours and improving workplace safety.

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Ukrainian Refugees' 2.7% Contribution to Poland's 2024 GDP

A joint study by UNHCR and Deloitte found that Ukrainian refugees contributed 2.7% to Poland's GDP in 2024, exceeding expectations and projected to reach 3.2% by 2030, despite challenges in accessing higher-skilled jobs and licensed professions.

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Rheinland-Pfalz Faces Critical Nursing Shortage

The Rheinland-Pfalz State Chamber of Care warns of critical nursing shortages, with almost half of professionals under 30 considering leaving the profession, creating a 10,000-person deficit and necessitating improvements to working conditions and climate protection in care facilities.

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China Launches Multi-pronged Initiative to Boost University Graduate Employment

The Chinese government is implementing multiple initiatives to support the employment of the 12.22 million university graduates expected in 2025, including job fairs, collaborations between universities and businesses, and skills development programs; over 4.7 million job offers were created by June...

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Spain's Migrant Workers: Economic Boon and Integration Challenges

Spain's Social Security now includes over three million foreign nationals, significantly reducing unemployment and boosting economic growth, although many work in low-skilled jobs due to credential recognition challenges.

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Record High: Over 3 Million Foreign Workers in Spain

In May 2024, Spain recorded over 3 million foreign Social Security affiliates for the first time, representing 14% of the total workforce and contributing significantly to job creation. This increase is linked to global crises and pre-existing social networks, yet it highlights disparities in labor ...

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European Working Hours: A Decade of Decline and Regional Disparities

In 2024, average weekly working hours in the EU ranged from 32.1 hours in the Netherlands to 43.1 hours in Turkey, reflecting regional disparities and a decade-long decline exceeding one hour in nearly half of the 34 European countries studied.

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Rheinland-Pfalz Faces Critical Nursing Shortage

The Rheinland-Pfalz Chamber of Care warns of a critical nursing staff shortage, with approximately 10,000 fewer professionals than needed, impacting care quality and access. This is caused by poor working conditions and increasing workloads, leading to a mass exodus from the profession, particularly...

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12% of German Immigrants Plan to Leave: Study

A study by the Institute for Employment Research found that 12% (1.2 million) of surveyed immigrants in Germany plan to leave, with reasons varying across groups, influenced by political climate and economic factors.

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BSH Hausgeräte Factory Closure in Spain Exposes European Deindustrialization

BSH Hausgeräte will close its Esquíroz, Spain factory, potentially eliminating over 650 jobs and relocating production to Poland or Turkey, reflecting wider European deindustrialization driven by high energy costs, geopolitical instability, and the pursuit of lower labor costs.

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