Tag #Migrant Workers

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Squid Game's" Global Success Highlights South Korea's Social Issues

Squid Game," a South Korean Netflix series, became a global hit in early October 2021, showcasing the country's social issues like gender inequality, poverty among the working class, migrant exploitation, and the North Korean refugee experience, through a captivating storyline.

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Reduced Inequality
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Five Murders in Northern France: 22-Year-Old Suspect in Custody

A 22-year-old man is in custody for five murders committed in less than two hours in the Flanders and Dunkirk regions of northern France on Saturday; multiple firearms were found in his car, and investigations are underway to determine the motive.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Indonesian Nurses Win €100,000 Settlement Over Unpaid Relocation Fees

Fifteen Indonesian nurses reached a €100,000 settlement with Avans+ regarding unpaid relocation fees promised in their 2021 study contracts; Avans+ cited tax reasons for the non-payment, while the nurses alleged insufficient communication about the contract terms and tax regulations.

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"FIFA Awards 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns"

"Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup received a record-high score of 419.8 despite documented human rights abuses and the deaths of 884 Bangladeshi migrant workers this year, prompting criticism from human rights organizations and raising questions about FIFA's evaluation process."

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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High Death Toll of Bangladeshi Migrant Workers in Saudi Arabia

An average of four Bangladeshi migrant workers died daily in Saudi Arabia in 2022, with at least 13,685 deaths between 2008 and 2022, highlighting concerns over exploitation and the human cost of the nation's ambitious projects, including the 2034 World Cup.

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No Poverty
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\"2034 World Cup Award to Saudi Arabia Raises Human Rights Concerns\"\

\"FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the 2034 Men's World Cup despite concerns over human rights abuses, potentially endangering 13.4 million migrant workers involved in the construction of World Cup infrastructure, which will cost hundreds of billions of dollars.\"

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68% Bias Score

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Lebanon Conflict Exposes Plight of Migrant Workers

During Lebanon's recent conflict, hundreds of thousands of Lebanese citizens fled, leaving behind approximately 200,000 migrant workers, mostly women, many of whom faced exploitation and displacement. Many lived on the streets or in inadequate shelters during the bombing, with only a few dozen place...

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48% Bias Score

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Russia's War and Demographics Fuel Severe Labor Shortage

Russia's economy is facing a severe labor shortage (73-90% of businesses affected) due to demographic decline, the war in Ukraine, and restrictive immigration policies, hindering economic growth and prompting emigration.

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Sierra Leonean Migrant Worker Seeks Repatriation After Exploitation and War in Lebanon

Isata Bah, a 24-year-old Sierra Leonean migrant worker in Lebanon, seeks repatriation after suffering exploitation, sexual assault, and the impact of the recent war, while other migrant workers experience better conditions, highlighting the stark disparity in their circumstances.

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68% Bias Score

No Poverty
nrc.nl
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Spain's New Immigration Law: Addressing Exploitation in Almería's Greenhouses

In Almería, Spain, thousands of undocumented immigrants work in greenhouses, facing exploitation; a new law aims to grant 900,000 undocumented immigrants legal residency by 2028, but challenges remain due to widespread informal employment practices.

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dw.com
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FIFA Awards 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns

The FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup despite concerns over its human rights record, giving a high rating based on a report that excluded key issues like freedom of speech and treatment of migrant workers; critics warn of potential human rights abuses and a lack of accountability.

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Fifa's High Score for Saudi 2034 World Cup Bid Amidst Qatari Worker Compensation Rejection

Fifa gave Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid a high score despite human rights concerns, while refusing compensation for abused Qatari World Cup workers, prompting outrage from human rights groups who fear a repeat of past exploitation.

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56% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth