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Despite ongoing safety initiatives, fatal industrial accidents involving foreign workers remain persistently high in Korea. According to the Ministry of Employment and Labor, 287 workers died in workplace accidents in Korea during the second quarter of this year, with 38, or 13.2 percent, being foreign nationals. This figure reflects
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The Australian government has announced plans to update the English language test requirements for the Skills in Demand Visa, a temporary visa that allows foreign workers to live and work in the country for up to four years. The changes are set to take effect on September 13, 2025, and
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The State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of reports that sanitary workers in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) were not provided with safety gear, masks, or gloves while on duty. The Commission has issued a stern order reprimanding the BMC for its alleged careless attitude towards
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Baiyin District in Lanzhou, Gansu Province of China, has taken a proactive approach to enhancing enterprise employees' awareness and ability to identify, prevent, and resist drug abuse. On August 20, the Textile Road Street Drug Control Office moved its anti-drug propaganda position forward, going directly into the production workshop
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Employees from various departments at Northwestern State University were celebrated for their dedication and commitment to the institution during the annual campus-wide luncheon. The event provided an opportunity for faculty and staff to come together, share in the renovated Iberville Dining Hall, and acknowledge the service of those who have
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The Bahrain Aluminum Extrusion Company (Balexco) has taken significant steps to advance its national talent by increasing the salaries of 56% of its Bahraini employees through Tamkeen's Wage Increment Programme. This initiative underscores the company's commitment to investing in the recruitment, development, and success of Bahraini
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The Amapa State Government, in partnership with federal programs, has provided employees of Amapa Previdencia (Amprev) with training courses to promote professional development, improve workplace safety, and enhance communication with the public. The courses, "Communication in Public Management" and "RPPS - Social Security Regime: Concepts and Fundamentals,
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The Sergipe State Government in Brazil has reaffirmed its commitment to raising public servant salaries by granting a 10% raise to active and retired state employees enrolled in the State's Position, Career, and Salary Plans (PCCV). This benefit will be extended to approximately 18,300 employees across various
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The proposed rule, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division on July 2, 2025, seeks to return to the pre-2013 regulatory framework for home healthcare providers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This move would allow third-party home healthcare providers to rely
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Cambodia's Minister of Labour and Vocational Training, Heng Sour, has launched a campaign to help returnee workers find employment opportunities nationwide. To facilitate this, a hotline (1297) and a Telegram group ('Job Search - MLVT') have been introduced. Labour ministry staff will register workers directly, saving
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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to integrate into workplaces, a recent survey reveals a striking gap between employees' experiences with AI and their employers' oversight of it. Conducted by global business advisory firm EisnerAmper in 2025, the research highlights employees' growing reliance on AI for work purposes,
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The Ontario government has announced a $70 million investment in expanded training and employment services for workers affected by U.S. tariffs and policies. This funding includes support for the province's Protect Ontario Workers Employment Response (POWER) Centres and enhancements to Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) to help job
