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The Malaysian government's Gig Workers Bill 2025, passed by the Dewan Rakyat on August 28, has been hailed as a major step forward in protecting the rights of gig workers, including those in the entertainment industry. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong highlighted the importance of recognizing
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A groundbreaking study, co-authored by renowned labor economist and Harvard University professor Richard B. Freeman, Ph.D., has exposed the significant limitations of traditional survey methods in capturing insights from clinicians who are most at-risk of resigning. The study, published in the Journal of Healthcare Management, analyzed data from 346
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Recent research has highlighted the alarming rates of anxiety among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. A study conducted at the University of Nevada found that social support may play a crucial role in buffering against anxiety under stress. The research, titled "A Cross-lagged Panel Analysis of Giving and
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The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has raised concerns over the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks for nationwide fuel distribution, citing fears of job displacement and labour rights abuse. The union welcomed investments in improving efficiency and reducing logistics costs but stressed that such
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The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has called for a living wage for doctors across the country, citing severe economic challenges and the decline of Nigeria's economy as major factors affecting healthcare delivery. The association's 14th Biennial Delegates' Meeting and Scientific Conference,
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A recent study conducted by researchers at the Faculty of Medicine has shed light on the psychological resilience and stress symptoms experienced by health care workers following the devastating 2023 Kahramanmaras earthquake in Turkey. The research, published in the Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness journal, aimed to assess the
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The Ministry of Manpower of Indonesia conducted an inspection at the Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) and found several non-compliances with employment regulations. The inspection team discovered 37 foreign workers without a Work Permit (RPTKA), 6 foreign workers with expired visas, and 1 foreign worker without a visa document. The team
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President Donald Trump has touted his economic policies, claiming that the average American worker has seen a $500 wage increase this year. However, a closer look at the data reveals a more nuanced picture. According to the White House, median weekly earnings rose from $1,185 in the fourth quarter
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Hullo, a foot-passenger ferry company operating in British Columbia, Canada, has filed for mediation with the B.C. Labour Relations Board to help facilitate a collective bargaining agreement with the B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers' Union. The move comes as the company and union engage in negotiations, with
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The US State Department has discontinued the popular visa interview waiver, also known as the Dropbox facility, for most non-immigrant visa applicants. Effective September 2, 2025, most US travelers will be required to attend in-person interviews for their visa applications. The new rule has restricted the eligibility for visa interview
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The United States' farm labor market is facing significant challenges as it navigates the changing needs of the agricultural industry. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California Davis highlights the complexities of the situation, citing the need for labor-saving machines, productivity aids, and a combination
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Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) has introduced a landmark legislation, the Halting International Relocation of Employment Act (HIRE Act), aimed at protecting American workers from outsourcing. The bill proposes imposing a 25% tax on U.S. companies that employ foreign labor instead of Americans, with the generated revenue used to fund
