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Dutch Courts Pilot Simplified Dispute Resolution System

Starting next week, four Dutch courts will pilot a simplified dispute resolution system using 'regelrechters' to handle workplace conflicts and financial disputes under €5000, aiming to improve access to justice for vulnerable groups like migrant workers.

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Lagos Rent Crisis: Inflation Fuels Housing Crisis in Nigeria

Soaring inflation in Nigeria, resulting from the removal of fuel subsidies and currency controls in May 2023, has caused a dramatic increase in rent prices across Lagos, impacting millions and causing significant hardship for families who are struggling to pay higher rent costs. This crisis is furth...

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German Unemployment Stagnant Despite Slight Decrease

Germany's unemployment rate held steady at 6.4 percent in February, despite a slight decrease in the number of unemployed; however, seasonally adjusted figures reveal a 5,000 increase, reflecting the economic slowdown and challenging job market conditions.

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German Wages Outpace Inflation in 2024

German collective bargaining wages increased by 4.8 percent in 2024, exceeding the 2.2 percent rise in consumer prices due to inflation compensation bonuses and higher collective bargaining agreements; however, growth varied across sectors.

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Rise of Side Hustles Amid Economic Uncertainty

The increasing number of people taking on side hustles is largely due to inflation and stagnant wages, forcing individuals to seek supplementary income streams to maintain their living standards, though this involves challenges in time management, taxes, and initial investment.

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UK House Prices Rise for Sixth Consecutive Month Amid Looming Stamp Duty Changes

UK house prices rose 0.4% in February to £270,493, marking six months of consecutive growth driven by first-time buyers rushing to beat upcoming stamp duty increases; annual growth stands at 3.9%, though transactions remain below historic levels.

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German Tax Cuts Fail to Offset Increased Social Security Contributions, Leading to Income Losses

A Datev analysis reveals that despite recent tax cuts in Germany, most employees will face income reductions in 2025 due to increased social security contributions and higher contribution assessment ceilings, outweighing the tax benefits.

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German Unemployment Remains High Despite Slight February Drop

Germany's unemployment slightly decreased to 2.989 million in February 2025, but remains 175,000 above the previous year's level, with the IAB forecasting further increases and stagnant employment in 2025 due to low personnel demand.

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Women's Role Crucial to NRW Employment, but STEM Gap Remains

In North Rhine-Westphalia, women constitute 45.8% of the workforce, significantly contributing to employment growth over the past 15 years; however, they remain underrepresented in STEM fields (15.9%), posing a challenge for future economic development.

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UK House Prices Rise for Sixth Month Despite Economic Slowdown

UK house prices rose 0.4% in February, continuing a six-month growth streak to £270,493 on average, despite economic slowdown, potentially driven by pre-April stamp duty increase purchases; annual growth slowed to 3.9%.

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Turning Job Search Rejection into Career Growth

US Bureau of Labor Statistics data reveals a 30% job offer rate for applicants submitting 21–80 applications, highlighting the inevitability of rejection in job searching; however, this can be transformed into an opportunity for self-improvement and refined job search strategies.

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Uneven Compliance with Canada's New Federal Remote Work Policy

A new Canadian federal government policy requiring most employees to work in the office at least three days a week has resulted in widely varying compliance rates across departments, with the Department of National Defence showing the lowest adherence, while other agencies report much higher rates.

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