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Trump Administration Slashes Education Department Workforce by Half

Trump Administration Slashes Education Department Workforce by Half

In January, when Trump became president, the U.S. Education Department workforce reached half its size due to laying off 1,300 employees. Secretary Linda McMahon explained the workforce reductions as steps to work more effectively. The

FIFA Caught in Ruckus Over Workers’ Safety at Azteca Stadium Renovation

FIFA Caught in Ruckus Over Workers’ Safety at Azteca Stadium Renovation

FIFA is being accused of diluting its responsibility concerning worker safety in projects concerning World Cup events. The The global football organization allegedly crippled the independent inspectors from investigating the labour conditions at the renowned

Bangalore IT Workers stage a Protest against unhealthy Work Culture, Strive for Work-Life Balance

Bangalore IT Workers stage a Protest against unhealthy Work Culture, Strive for Work-Life Balance

On March 9, a battle within battle was going on on the streets at Bengaluru's Freedom Park. Hundreds of techies braving scorching heat demanded legal protection from after-office hours work expectations and a healthier work-life

Nua Healthcare Expands with 300 New Mental Health Jobs in Gormanston

Nua Healthcare Expands with 300 New Mental Health Jobs in Gormanston

Nua Healthcare starts 300 new jobs as it opens its newest mental health hospital at Gormanston in Co. Meath. The HSE regions throughout Ireland can now refer their patients to the new mental health center

Panama Grants Temporary Stay to 112 Migrants Deported by the U.S. Amid Asylum Fears

Panama Grants Temporary Stay to 112 Migrants Deported by the U.S. Amid Asylum Fears

Panama has provided a temporary reprieve to 112 illegal migrants deported by the United States and will permit them to remain in the country for at least 30 days. The migrants, mostly from Middle Eastern

Workplace discrimination: Gender, race, and equality issues

Workplace discrimination: Gender, race, and equality issues

Research shows that gender bias is still alive and good in organizations, despite the progress made toward equality in the workplace. Many organizations still have miles to go in achieving fairness among all employees What

Advance Auto Parts Exits California Market, Cutting 1,600 Jobs

Advance Auto Parts Exits California Market, Cutting 1,600 Jobs

In mid-March, Advance Auto Parts is closing its retail California operations and reached the last day of the Cathedral City store's service. By leaving California Advance Auto Parts reduces its workforce by 1600 staff members

US Economy Adds 160,000 Jobs Following Trade Policy Concerns

US Economy Adds 160,000 Jobs Following Trade Policy Concerns

The Boston Globe shows the American labor market added 160,000 jobs in February according to predictions with a total of 143,000 new workers in January. The US economy maintains its upward track despite rising worries

New Guidelines For Work Permits in Singapore: Workpermit holders will be allowed to work until 63

New Guidelines For Work Permits in Singapore: Workpermit holders will be allowed to work until 63

Very big huge changes are breaking barriers in Singapore's work permit system. From June 1, businesses will no longer just be able to employ work-permit holders from different countries but will also include areas of

Trump Administration Cuts Federal Workers Funded by User Fees

Trump Administration Cuts Federal Workers Funded by User Fees

The federal government cuts jobs of validated employees who work in fee-funded positions instead of using public funds to ask important questions about cost reductions and emission compliance. The FDA cut 200 temporary staff members