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forbes.com
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Significant Skills Gap Between University Graduates and Employer Needs

A survey of 1600 graduates and HR leaders reveals a significant skills gap: 87% of graduates received better job training from employers than universities; key deficiencies include real-world experience, global mindset, teamwork, and AI/tech fluency; 94% of graduates regret their degree choice.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
nrc.nl
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High Employment Rate Among Ukrainian Refugees in the Netherlands

55% of Ukrainian refugees aged 15–65 in the Netherlands are employed, exceeding the 44% rate in 2022. This is attributed to their legal right to immediate work, unlike other asylum seekers, highlighting a successful integration into the Dutch labor market and addressing labor shortages.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
theguardian.com
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Hundreds of Thousands of UK Workers on Long-Term Zero-Hours Contracts

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) reports that hundreds of thousands of British workers are on zero-hours contracts for over a year, some for over a decade, earning significantly less than the median hourly rate, leading to calls for stronger worker rights and impacting economic growth.

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56% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
welt.de
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German Rents Surge Amidst Stable Housing Prices

German rents increased by 4.7 percent year-on-year in Q4 2024, with Berlin, Essen, and Frankfurt seeing the largest rises; this is due to high demand and low housing construction; purchase prices remained relatively stable.

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
taz.de
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German Rents Surge Amidst Housing Shortage

German rents increased by 4.7 percent year-on-year in Q4 2024, with Berlin, Essen, and Frankfurt experiencing the most significant rises, while house prices remained relatively stable, reflecting low construction and high demand.

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
dw.com
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German Unemployment Rises to 6.4%, Inflation Falls Unexpectedly

Germany's unemployment rose to 2.993 million in January 2025, a significant increase from December and the previous year, resulting in a 6.4% unemployment rate; however, inflation unexpectedly fell to 2.3%.

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24% Bias Score

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dailymail.co.uk
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Asda Faces Potential £1.2 Billion Payout in Equal Pay Case

Tens of thousands of Asda store workers are closer to a £1.2 billion payout after an employment tribunal ruled their jobs are of equal value to higher-paid warehouse positions, predominantly held by men, between August 2008 and June 2014.

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40% Bias Score

Gender Equality
cnbc.com
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Millennials Redefine Retirement Amidst Growing Wealth

Millennials' median wealth more than quadrupled recently, yet many are redefining retirement to prioritize current lifestyles due to financial pressures and a desire for flexibility, despite having $15.95 trillion in collective worth.

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
elpais.com
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Spain Faces Widespread Labor Shortages, Prompting Companies to Adapt Recruitment Strategies

Numerous sectors in Spain, mirroring a European Union trend, face significant labor shortages, prompting companies to implement strategies emphasizing social impact, technological innovation, and flexible work arrangements to attract young talent.

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52% Bias Score

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theglobeandmail.com
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Retailer Transforms Staffing with Hybrid Hiring Model

Agilus Work Solutions helped a retail client improve its tech staffing by combining two permanent hires with a team of skilled contractors, resulting in on-time and within-budget project delivery, increased cost efficiency, and access to specialized talent.

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36% Bias Score

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pda.kp.ru
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Russia's Migrant Workforce: Skills Gap and Integration Challenges

Experts in Russia debate the optimal profile of migrants, highlighting concerns about low skill levels, cultural integration, and public safety among some groups, while emphasizing the need for a variety of skilled workers, from construction to specialized professions.

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64% Bias Score

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dw.com
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German Unemployment Hits Three Million, Signaling Economic Weakness

Germany's unemployment rate surged to 6.4% in January 2025, reaching three million unemployed—the highest since January 2015—due to seasonal factors compounded by economic weakness and declining retail sales, prompting calls for structural reforms.

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48% Bias Score

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