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Senior Reporter

With over more than 6 years of writing obituaries for the local paper, Senior Reporter has a uniquely strong voice that shines through in his newest collection of essays and articles, which explores the importance we place on the legacy.

DAAD president aims to attract Indian students to fill labor shortages

DAAD president aims to attract Indian students to fill labor shortages

The educational landscape in Germany is witnessing a remarkable transformation, fueled by a surge in enrollment of Indian students in its universities. Indian students now constitute the largest international student community on German campuses, reflecting

EU Pledges Billions of Euros to Egypt to Curb Migration

EU Pledges Billions of Euros to Egypt to Curb Migration

The European Union (EU) has announced a significant financial commitment to support Egypt in its efforts to manage migration flows. This pledge, amounting to billions of euros, underscores the EU's recognition of Egypt's role in

Top tech firms of Congo child labor case cleared by US Court

Top tech firms of Congo child labor case cleared by US Court

The recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has brought attention to allegations leveled against five prominent tech companies—Apple, Alphabet Inc. (parent company of Google), Dell, Microsoft, and Tesla—regarding

Japanese union group announces largest wage hikes in 33 years

Japanese union group announces largest wage hikes in 33 years

In a landmark development, Japan's biggest companies have reached a historic agreement to raise wages by 5.28% for the year 2024, marking the most significant pay hike in over three decades. This unprecedented move, announced

Labor reform strikes in Finland: Companies grapple with impact

Labor reform strikes in Finland: Companies grapple with impact

Finland is bracing for significant disruptions in its trade activities as labor unions embark on a two-week strike, commencing on March 11. This strike follows a series of similar actions initiated since October, all in

Injured Fisherman Demands Wi-Fi for Crews at Sea

Injured Fisherman Demands Wi-Fi for Crews at Sea

Adrie Nelwan, an Indonesian fisherman, suffered a life-altering injury while working on a Taiwanese distant-water fishing vessel recently. When a fishing line snapped, he lost sight in his right eye. Nelwan believes that if he

New study unveils gig workers’ challenges: long hours, no breaks, unfair pay

New study unveils gig workers’ challenges: long hours, no breaks, unfair pay

In India's bustling gig economy, where convenience and efficiency reign supreme, a recent study has shed light on the harsh realities faced by app-based cab drivers and delivery workers. The findings paint a vivid picture

Remote Working: A Paradigm Shift in Irish Labor Rights

Remote Working: A Paradigm Shift in Irish Labor Rights

The Irish government's latest rule, the 'Right to Request Remote Working,' marks a great milestone in labour rights. This groundbreaking regulation empowers personnel to request remote work arrangements, fostering a higher work-life balance and addressing

Hong Kong rushes new security law due to ‘imminent’ threats

Hong Kong rushes new security law due to ‘imminent’ threats

The Hong Kong government is poised to present the "Article 23" national security bill to the assembly on Friday, checking a noteworthy improvement in its endeavors to fix control over disagreements within the previous British

Garment Workers Left Behind After Turkey’s Deadly Quakes

Garment Workers Left Behind After Turkey’s Deadly Quakes

One year after devastating earthquakes hit southeast Turkey, garment workers in the region are struggling with housing, job losses, and lack of support from global brands. The powerful earthquakes killed over 53,000 people across 11