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WR News Writer is an engineer turned professionally trained writer who has a strong voice in her writing. She speaks on issues of migrant workers, human rights, and more.

Human rights violations and terrorism in sub-Saharan Africa

Human rights violations and terrorism in sub-Saharan Africa

Africa in the Sahel and the sub-Saharan belt is becoming increasingly insecure. Terrorism weakens governments, increasingly fragile government security forces abuse the civilian population, and jihadist groups are strengthening and expanding. That is the picture

Singapore gradually ease restrictions on migrant workers

Singapore gradually ease restrictions on migrant workers

Migrant workers in dormitories in Singapore can now use shared cuisine facilities to prepare their food on vacation days, on top of receiving regular meals provided by their employers on workdays. They can also use

Increased stress levels among remote workers

Increased stress levels among remote workers

A new report published by "Unify Square" highlights breaks in stress levels among workers at different job positions and activities, and how elevated adoption of collaboration and UC employment has impacted the completion of internal

Migrant workers, coronavirus urges Malaysia new housing rules

Migrant workers, coronavirus urges Malaysia new housing rules

Malaysia is pushing corporations to fast improve staff housing after a major earthquake of COVID-19 in the crammed dormitories for migrant workers presenting the world with personal protective equipment, something humanitarian organizations had been advising

The U.S. Embassy voices support for the Libyans in economic challenges

The U.S. Embassy voices support for the Libyans in economic challenges

The Ambassador of the United States of America in Libya, Richard Norland, met on December 4 the Libyan Finance Minister, Faraj Bomtari, a statement from the Embassy revealed today. During the meeting, Norland voiced support

Race to avoid Lisa Montgomery execution in the U.S.

Race to avoid Lisa Montgomery execution in the U.S.

Human rights defenders across the globe are expressing serious concern after the United States Government rescheduled the execution of Lisa Montgomery for January 12, 2021, just days before new President Joe Biden, an antagonist of

The effects of COVID-19 on migrant workers

The effects of COVID-19 on migrant workers

The Coronavirus is still negatively affecting societies and markets worldwide. In particular, the economic and health-related barriers mostly concern foreign workers overseas. Because of travel limitations, migrant workers in foreign countries are often losing their

Black Friday, Amnesty International urges Amazon to respect workers’ rights

Black Friday, Amnesty International urges Amazon to respect workers’ rights

The Amazon company should not risk the well-being and security of its workers to meet Black Friday shopping sales, Amnesty International urged on Thursday, challenging the online retail giant of clamping down on employees’ right

Workers’ rights, a worldwide overview

Workers’ rights, a worldwide overview

Since 1919, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has formed a system of international labor standards. These are legal tools drawn up by the ILO’s constituents (governments, employers, and workers), setting out basic principles and rights

Taiwan employers must pay migrant workers quarantine fees

Taiwan employers must pay migrant workers quarantine fees

The Labor Ministry of Taiwan announced on Wednesday that foreign workers should notify the authorities if their owners or employment agencies require them home quarantine charges. Violators will face a severe penalty. Stockbrokers will additionally