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As a passionate freelance writer, I delve into the intricacies of human rights, work-life balance, and labour rights to illuminate the often overlooked aspects of our societal fabric. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to social justice, I navigate the complexities of these crucial topics, aiming to foster awareness and inspire change.

U.S. panel recommends extending the grace period for H1-B workers to 180 days

U.S. panel recommends extending the grace period for H1-B workers to 180 days

Washington, A US panel has recommended that the federal government extend the grace period for H1-B workers who have lost their jobs from 60 days to 180 days, giving workers enough time to find new

The top 10 jobs for 16-year-olds

The top 10 jobs for 16-year-olds

Many career paths require some background and experience to obtain a job, so it's generally a good idea for young people to gain some skills early in their journeys. Young people often begin working as

UN calls for release of human rights activists in Egypt

UN calls for release of human rights activists in Egypt

Mary Lawlor, the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders at the UN, said yesterday that she is concerned about the prison sentences issued against lawyers and human rights activists in Egypt. The

Australia could soon ditch the five-day workweek. Landmark report shares recommendations

Australia could soon ditch the five-day workweek. Landmark report shares recommendations

In an effort to improve work-life balance, the Senate work and care committee has recommended that Australia trial a four-day workweek across different sectors where employees work for 80% of their ordinary hours while maintaining

In tea farms, the task force advises using labor and equipment

In tea farms, the task force advises using labor and equipment

Kericho , Kenya: A task force comprising multinational corporations and other tea sub-sector stakeholders suggested a 60:40 machine harvesting to hand plucking ratio. Governor Erick Mutai established the task force in October 2022. According to

Top 10 High Paying Jobs Without A Degree

Top 10 High Paying Jobs Without A Degree

Having trouble getting a BA? If spending years in further education doesn't appeal to you, there are other options available to you. The truth is, you don't necessarily have to study for years to get

Facebook Parent Meta Planning New Job Cuts, Says Report

Facebook Parent Meta Planning New Job Cuts, Says Report

The parent company of Facebook, Meta Platforms, is planning to announce additional job cuts in multiple rounds over the next few months, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. The new layoffs in total would

Top 10 most in-demand tech jobs of 2024

Top 10 most in-demand tech jobs of 2024

It is perhaps more important than ever for job seekers to consider the demand for specific jobs when making career decisions. It's important to know which jobs are still on the upswing in light of

Breaking: Deadly shooting at Hamburg Jehovah’s Witness hall

Breaking: Deadly shooting at Hamburg Jehovah’s Witness hall

Germany: In the north German city of Hamburg, several people were killed in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness meeting hall. According to police, the shooter acted alone and is dead. It is unclear if

States ‘irresponsible’ in loosening youth work rules, Labor Dept. says

States ‘irresponsible’ in loosening youth work rules, Labor Dept. says

Labor Department's top attorney on Thursday condemned recent state moves to loosen child worker protections as "irresponsible" and making it easier to hire children for dangerous jobs. Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, a prominent Republican,