Seasonal workers in NZ 'lack resources' and vulnerable to 'exploitation':
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Thousands mark Anzac Day in Australia and New Zealand: Thousands gathered across Australia and New Zealand on Thursday at Anzac Day services to commemorate those ...
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U.S. bans noncompete agreements for nearly all jobs: The Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban employment agreements that typically prevent workers from ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
JPMorgan CEO Dimon says US economy is booming: JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed confidence on Tuesday in a robust U.S. economy backed by strong ...
reuters.com/markets/us/jpmorgan-ceo-dimon-says-us-economy-is-booming-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: JPMorgan CEO Dimon Praises US Economy
- Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., speaks to the Economic Club of New York.
- Dimon expressed confidence in a robust U.S. economy with strong employment and healthy consumer finances.
- However, he warned about the potential economic effects of rising national debt, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts.
- Dimon also discussed the need for a more harmonious relationship between lenders and regulators, as well as praised U.S. leadership and economic power.
Confirmed: Stuff’s new 6pm bulletin to run on Three from July 6: The print news giant has beaten out NZME to create a 6pm bulletin to replace Newshub at Three ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/16-04-2024/breaking-stuff-wins-race-to-replace-newshub-with-a-new-three-6pm-bulletin
Wellington's Bucket Fountain targeted by anti-war protesters: The water has been dyed a deep red and posters have been stuck around its perimeter.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515187/wellington-s-bucket-fountain-targeted-by-anti-war-protesters
Primary school teacher sacked for teaching kids how to do TikTok dances: Georgia Rogers, a teacher from West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy in ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/primary-school-teacher-sacked-teaching-32627110
Quick Glance: Teacher Fired for TikTok Dance Lessons
- Georgia Rogers, a teacher at West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy in Grantham, Lincolnshire, was dismissed for failing to report her students' use of TikTok.
- Miss Rogers was fired for breaching the school's safeguarding procedure by not reporting her students' TikTok use.
- After the summer break, it was revealed that Miss Rogers had also sent 'borderline unprofessional' messages to one of her students and their mother through Dojo, an online platform used by the school.
- During her disciplinary hearing, Miss Rogers mentioned that although she knew children were using apps like TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, she informed them that it was 'not appropriate' to create a social media video at school.
Seattle gave low-income residents $500 monthly, employment soared: A guaranteed basic income program pilot in Seattle gave 102 low-income residents $500 monthly ...
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Quick Glance: Seattle supported the needy with monthly payments to combat poverty
- A pilot initiative in the Seattle area provided monthly payments to needy residents to reduce poverty. Employment within the group saw a significant increase, and many homeless residents found housing.
- Marie Kurose, CEO of the WDC, emphasized the importance of community investments and equitable solutions for existing barriers.
- Public and private partners such as King County, the Employment Security Department, and Chase Bank funded the program, with 88% of participants being people of color.
- The employment rate among participants significantly rose from pre-program to post-pilot stages. Additionally, participants noted securing better-paid jobs with added benefits.
Man's leg 'snapped in half' 30 minutes into flight after plane hit by turbulence: Niko, 47, who lives in Bali, was left with a broken leg at the start of his ...
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Passenger left with broken leg for over six hours after turbulence: A 47-year-old Air New Zealand passenger was visiting the bathroom 30 minutes into a ...
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The de-railing of New Zealand: KiwiRail's future could be veering more towards mothballs than mega-ferries, but the government's not sending out any hints
rnz.co.nz/programmes/the-detail/story/2018935314/the-de-railing-of-new-zealand
Is Olivia Rodrigo about to announce a New Zealand show? An investigation: We assess all the evidence.
thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/23-04-2024/is-olivia-rodrigo-about-to-announce-a-new-zealand-show-an-investigation
Liam Dann: are we witnessing the death of paper money?: Veteran financial journalist Liam Dann returns to the show to shine a light on left-field economic news ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/saturday/audio/2018935102/liam-dann-are-we-witnessing-the-death-of-paper-money
Four key questions ahead of two massive days for news media in New Zealand: Duncan Greive outlines what’s at stake – plus an idea about a post-Newshub news ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/09-04-2024/four-key-questions-ahead-of-two-massive-days-for-news-media-in-new-zealand
Almost 6 in 10 private uni grads find full-time jobs but earn less than autonomous uni peers
straitstimes.com/singapore/almost-6-in-10-private-uni-grads-find-full-time-jobs-but-earn-less-than-autonomous-uni-peers
German unemployment seen rising to highest level in almost a decade: Germany's economic weakness is finally taking a toll on the labour market ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/german-unemployment-seen-rising-highest-level-almost-decade-2024-04-26/
Scottish shipbuilding sees increase in jobs: Employment in Scotland's shipbuilding industry is experiencing a significant uptick ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/scottish-shipbuilding-sees-increase-in-jobs/
Megan Thee Stallion: Cameraman accuses rapper of 'hostile' workplace: The Savage rapper denies "salacious" claims she had sex beside an "embarrassed" cameraman ...
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Former Port of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson on trial for workplace death of Pala’amo Kalati in unprecedented prosecution
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514882/former-port-of-auckland-ceo-tony-gibson-on-trial-for-workplace-death-of-pala-amo-kalati-in-unprecedented-prosecution
Justice Juan Merchan took steps to shield jurors in the case from harassment, saying they'll remain anonymous except to Trump, his lawyers and prosecutors ...
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MOM investigating convenience store chain Emart24 after former employees go unpaid
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/emart24-mom-investigating-possible-offences-under-employment-act-4262781
17 states sue EEOC over rule giving employees abortion accommodations in Pregnant Workers act
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/25/eeoc-sued-pregnant-worker-fairness-act-abortion-rule/73461970007/
NZ can't compete with Aus recruitment - Police Minister: New Zealand police are being offered a fast track to Australia's frontline as Queensland ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/nz-cant-compete-aus-recruitment-police-minister
‘Fair City’ stars ‘feel expendable’ as RTÉ show stops filming over summer, Dáil committee will hear
independent.ie/irish-news/fair-city-stars-feel-expendable-as-rte-show-stops-filming-over-summer-dail-committee-will-hear/a547502209.html
Hamilton cars stolen at a rate of six a day: More than 2200 vehicles were stolen from the streets of Hamilton in the space of 12 months, police data has revealed ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515125/hamilton-cars-stolen-at-a-rate-of-six-a-day
Donald Trump’s empty promises on jobs: The policies of the Trump administration played an important role in this decline of U.S. manufacturing capacity and ...
thehill.com/opinion/4595225-donald-trumps-empty-promises-on-jobs/
Dunedin unexplained death: Body of reclusive man Peter Robb undiscovered for months
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515007/dunedin-unexplained-death-body-of-reclusive-man-peter-robb-undiscovered-for-months
UAE: Can a wife work but stay under her husband's sponsorship? - News | Khaleej Times
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After prison, he promised never to let his mom down again. Now he helps others with reentry.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/20/prison-incarceration-release-housing-jobs-reentry/73374083007/
What happens when you ask 20 NZ media CEOs two big questions?: The collapse of Newshub and job losses at TVNZ are just the public face of an evolving polycrisis ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/08-04-2024/what-happens-when-you-ask-20-nz-media-ceos-two-very-pointed-questions
Kenyan youth prefer to be own boss, only 13 per cent want to be hired: Access to credit is a major barrier to actualising dream.
nation.africa/kenya/news/-kenyan-youth-prefer-to-be-own-boss--4569666
What happens when you ask 20 NZ media CEOs two big questions?: The collapse of Newshub and job losses at TVNZ are just the public face of an evolving polycrisis ...
thespinoff.co.nz/business/08-04-2024/what-happens-when-you-ask-20-nz-media-ceos-two-very-pointed-questions
More university graduates in China turning to smaller cities for employment: Report
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-university-graduates-smaller-cities-employment-wages-shanghai-beijing-4275211
More Malaysians seeking jobs in Singapore amid weakening ringgit, inflation: Recruiters
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/malaysians-working-jobs-ringgit-inflation-manpower-employment-4265736
A victory for anti-Zionists in the UK: A landmark employment tribunal has given anti-Zionists in the United Kingdom renewed courage to speak up.
aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/4/8/a-victory-for-anti-zionists-in-the-uk
Work permits grow, but undocumented immigrants are left hungry for access: Long-term undocumented immigrants are gaining traction on demands for legal work ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4577466-work-permits-undocumented-immigrants-asylum-seekers/
Brand new 'eco-friendly' 24-hour McDonald's opens : The new 74-seater fast food restaurant is creating around 120 new full- and part-time jobs
bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/brand-new-eco-friendly-24-9233276
Texas proves DEI programs aren't just wasteful – they've failed. Focus on merit instead.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/08/dei-ban-texas-colleges-workplace-focus-merit/73221580007/
US Supreme Court lets broad array of transport workers sidestep arbitration: The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday paved the way for more truck drivers and other ...
reuters.com/legal/us-supreme-court-throws-out-ruling-arbitration-job-disputes-2024-04-12/
Rod Oram, never bound by orthodoxy: Former NZ Herald editor Gavin Ellis' decision to hire Rod Oram brought the respected business journalist to NZ where he ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/05/rod-oram-never-bound-by-orthodoxy/
US employment boom leaves factory workers behind: Dan Ariens laid off workers, cut shifts, and halted nearly all hiring last summer after sales slumped at his ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-employment-boom-leaves-factory-workers-behind-2024-04-04/
US manufacturing sector grows for the first time in 1-1/2 years: U.S. manufacturing grew for the first time in 1-1/2 years in March as production rebounded ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-manufacturing-sector-grows-first-time-1-12-years-2024-04-01/
Prominent columnist and environmentalist Rod Oram dies: Rod Oram, a treasured Newsroom colleague and leading business and climate commentator in NZ public life ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/20/prominent-columnist-and-environmentalist-rod-oram-dies/
New Zealand tightens visa rules amid near record migration: New Zealand said on Sunday that it was making immediate changes to its employment visa program after ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-tightens-visa-rules-amid-near-record-migration-2024-04-07/
Why workplaces should not discriminate based on how people look | Aeon Essays: It is time to take seriously the painful consequences of appearance discrimination ...
aeon.co/essays/why-workplaces-should-not-discriminate-based-on-how-people-look
Yu Hua on why young Chinese no longer want to work for private firms: In today’s China stability trumps enterprise, argues the novelist
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/02/yu-hua-on-why-young-chinese-no-longer-want-to-work-for-private-firms
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Change is in the air: NZ Rugby addresses governance model review: Tension remains amongst provincial unions as NZ Rugby announces changes.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/512778/change-is-in-the-air-nz-rugby-addresses-governance-model-review
Former Waikato psychologist claims ADHD clients who complained about him were ‘fake’
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513144/former-waikato-psychologist-claims-adhd-clients-who-complained-about-him-were-fake
Job growth zoomed in March as payrolls jumped by 303,000 and unemployment dropped to 3.8%
cnbc.com/2024/04/05/job-growth-totaled-303000-in-march-better-than-expected-and-unemployment-was-3point8percent.html
Quick Glance: US economy adds impressive 303,000 jobs last month
- Employers added 303,000 jobs in March, bringing the unemployment rate down to 3.8%.
- US stock futures rose slightly on Friday morning, but markets have had a rough week.
- The S&P 500 companies are expected to report positive first-quarter earnings, fueling optimism in the market.
- Investors are hopeful for a strong earnings season to continue the stock rally amidst concerns about inflation and interest rates.
Growth in foreign employment in 2023 mostly in jobs Singaporeans don't want: MOM: There was a net increase of 64,8000 holders of work permits and other work ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/foreign-employment-singapore-resident-labour-manpower-4235991
Employment confidence rises, job search toughens - report: Employment confidence has turned positive for the first time since mid-2023, but workers say it is ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/512687/employment-confidence-rises-job-search-toughens-report
Biden extends some immigrant work permits, potentially saving thousands of jobs: The Biden administration on Thursday is announcing an extension of work permits ...
thehill.com/latino/4573404-biden-immigrant-work-permits/
Health NZ staffer claims they were told to stop using ‘kia ora’ and ‘ngā mihi’ in emails to patients
rnz.co.nz/news/national/511665/health-nz-staffer-claims-they-were-told-to-stop-using-kia-ora-and-nga-mihi-in-emails-to-patients
When does youth employment become child labor? : The number of teenagers in the workforce today is at its highest level in about 20 years. At the same time ...
npr.org/2024/03/20/1197963204/youth-employment-child-labor-workforce
Texas employers add nearly 50,000 jobs in robust February hiring: The state employment report comes two weeks after the most recent national data showing ...
dallasnews.com/business/jobs/2024/03/22/texas-employers-add-nearly-50000-jobs-in-robust-february-hiring/
Social media agency's $320k bill for National's campaign advertising: Christopher Luxon fronted quirky social media videos produced by renowned agency Topham ...
rnz.co.nz/news/in-depth/512357/social-media-agency-s-320k-bill-for-national-s-campaign-advertising
24 injured after 'technical problem' on LATAM Sydney-Auckland flight, NZ Herald reports
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Seasonal workers in NZ 'lack resources' and vulnerable to 'exploitation': Recognised seasonal employment workers are being "subjected to flagrant breaches of ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/512232/seasonal-workers-in-nz-lack-resources-and-vulnerable-to-exploitation
India's services growth accelerated in March, exports at record high, PMI shows: India's dominant services industry grew faster in March amid strong demand ...
reuters.com/world/india/indias-services-growth-accelerated-march-exports-record-high-pmi-shows-2024-04-04/
They Chose to Take a Pay Cut—and Say They’re Happier: Switching to a job with a lower salary often means trimming your expenses, but it can come with a raise in ...
wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/pay-cut-career-move-6fe74355
Opinion | California’s Crazy ‘Fast Food’ Minimum Wage Takes Effect: A Burger King franchise will have to pay burger flippers $20 an hour. The corner diner won’t.
wsj.com/articles/californias-crazy-fast-food-minimum-wage-takes-effect-negative-repercussions-7ae3e9ae
Thrice-divorced Elon Musk says ‘super rich ex-wives who hate their former spouse’ are killing Western Civiliza
qz.com/elon-musk-mackenzie-scott-jeff-bezos-tesla-amazon-1851315880
Paid articlePaid Sick people leaving workforce at record highs: The number of people opting out of the workforce due to long term illness is at its highest since the 90s.
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13 hospitalised after turbulence on New Zealand flight: Some 13 plane passengers have been rushed to hospital in New Zealand after the plane experienced serious ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0311/1437144-new-zealand-flight/
Quick Glance: 50 injured after plane nosedive on New Zealand flight
- Fifty individuals were injured by a strong shake during a flight from Sydney to Auckland, New Zealand, leading to an investigation by LATAM and a significant emergency response.
- A passenger described the sudden drop of the plane, causing passengers to be thrown to the ceiling before stabilizing again quickly.
- LATAM confirmed the hospitalization of 10 passengers and three cabin crew members for health checks, expressing regret for any inconvenience caused.
- Boeing and local emergency services responded to the incident, treating approximately 50 patients, with one in serious condition and the rest with moderate to minor injuries.
Newshub to close at end of June: Newshub is set to close at the end of June, staff have been told in a "devastating" meeting this morning ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/newshub-close-end-june
Quick Glance: Newshub Closure by June's End
- A major commercial media company is set to close Newshub by the end of the month.
- Future local news to be funded in collaboration with partners.
- Notable figures like Mike McRoberts and Samantha Hayes facing potential job loss.
- Focus on digital future and efforts to secure financial support from the government.
Why do identical informal businesses set up side by side? : Revealed: Why identical informal businesses need each other, and how they survive.
nation.africa/kenya/news/why-do-identical-informal-businesses-set-up-side-by-side--4567676
Second New Zealand avalanche victim named: A Kiwi adventure company owner has been named as the second New Zealander who died in an avalanche while backcountry ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/second-new-zealand-avalanche-victim-named
Accommodation scarce and pricey for Pink: Dunedin is nearly booked out, with some having to fork up to $1000 a night for a room, as international pop star Pink ...
odt.co.nz/business/accommodation-scarce-and-pricey-pink
UAE: What can employees do if company denies reduced Ramadan work hours? - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/legal/uae-what-can-employees-do-if-company-denies-reduced-ramadan-work-hours
Quick Glance: Ramadan 2024: First Day of Holy Month Announced
- Moon-sighting committees worldwide gather to mark the end of Sha'ban and the start of Ramadan.
- Some countries have set March 12 as the first day of Ramadan after not sighting the crescent moon on Sunday, March 10.
- Saudi Arabia and the UAE confirmed the sighting of the moon on Sunday, establishing Monday, March 11 as the first day of the holy month.
- Other countries have announced the start of Ramadan for either Monday or Tuesday, based on the crescent moon sighting.
Nigeria pauses controversial expatriate employment levy: The levy, imposed last week, has been met with widespread condemnation from the private sector.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68521394
Minimum qualifying salary for new Employment Pass applicants to increase in 2025: The qualifying monthly salary for Employment Pass applicants will go up from ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/employment-pass-minimum-qualifying-salary-increase-4168591
Canterbury farmer and ‘Spud King’ Allan Pye dies, aged 83: The self-made multi-millionaire grew a vast potato farming empire on both sides of the Tasman.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/512086/canterbury-farmer-and-spud-king-allan-pye-dies-aged-83
Higher minimum salaries for EP holders: Experts say SMEs may be hit harder; firms try to find workarounds
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/higher-ep-minimum-salary-increase-companies-mom-smes-4188546
‘Women’s Work’ Powers the Economy—And Has Always Been Undervalued: Professions associated with women's roles remain lower paid than other jobs—but the idea of ...
time.com/6899955/history-equal-pay-day-women-care-work/
Where are all the teachers? Breaking down America's teacher shortage crisis in 5 charts.
usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/03/19/teacher-shortage-crisis-explained/72958393007/
Takeaways from the February jobs report: The February jobs report showed a labor market holding steady with better-than-expected employment growth in a cooler ...
thehill.com/business/4518843-takeaways-from-the-february-jobs-report/
North Staffordshire's newest Aldi finally set for go-ahead : Plans to build a store on the former IAE site in Cheadle were lodged back in 2022
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/north-staffordshires-newest-aldi-finally-9190790
Nigeria imposes annual levy on expatriate workers: President Bola Tinubu says the levy should not be used to frustrate potential investors.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68421359
Quick Glance: New Levy for Foreign Workers in Nigeria
- Nigeria has introduced an annual levy for organizations employing foreign workers.
- President Bola Tinubu emphasized that the levy is not intended to hinder potential investors.
- The goal is to balance employment between Nigerians and expatriates and promote indigenous workforce.
- Over 150,000 expatriates work mainly in the sectors of oil and gas, construction, telecommunication, and hospitality in Nigeria.
Why it's not yet 'uhuru' for Ruto's new housing levy: The new Affordable Housing law entrenches the contentious 1.5 levy as decreed by the ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/why-it-s-not-yet-uhuru-for-ruto-s-new-housing-levy-4563144
Quick Glance: Affordable Housing Levy Bill Boosts Ruto's Key Project
- President William Ruto examines the progress of constructing 220 affordable housing units in Bomet County.
- The potential impact of the Affordable Housing Levy Bill, expected to be implemented by President William Ruto, suggests that the government could gather up to Sh90 billion annually by the fourth year after its enactment.
- The enforcement of the legislation faced initial challenges and legal disputes, making it unlikely to meet the current year's target.
- The Affordable Housing Programme is viewed as an economic incentive to create jobs and deliver housing solutions while simultaneously reducing construction expenses.
European parliament revokes Amazon lobbyist passes: MEPs have accused the retailer of failing to cooperate with enquiries into its working practices.
bbc.com/news/technology-68428536
Quick Glance: Amazon Lobbyists Banned from European Parliament
- The European Parliament has confirmed the ban on American tech giant Amazon's lobbyists from accessing the premises after they declined to meet MEPs and discuss employee working conditions.
- The decision was made by the Quaestors of the European Parliament on Tuesday, authorizing the withdrawal of long-term access badges of Amazon's interest representatives in accordance with Rule 123/3 of the EP Rules of Procedure.
- The Quaestors have raised concerns about potential legal action from Amazon and the risk of lobbyists still finding ways into the premises, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration between the European Parliament and Amazon.
- This marks only the second time in the history of the European Parliament that a corporation's lobbying badges have been revoked, the first being with Monsanto in 2017.
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