unemployment inequality stagnant productivity triple threats engulfing global labour market

Unemployment, inequality, stagnant productivity: Triple threats engulfing global labour market

Global unemployment is expected to rise in 2024, the International Labour Organisation noted in a recent report, highlighting growing inequality and stagnant productivity as a couple more causes for concern on the economic horizon. The…

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bangladesh israel and gaza ukraine three pressing human rights news in focus

Bangladesh, Israel and Gaza, Ukraine: Three pressing human rights news in focus

The UN human rights chief on Monday called on the newly-elected Bangladeshi government to take the required steps to shield the nation’s commitment to democracy and human rights. Sunday’s election saw Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina…

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14 found refrigerated trailer at irish seaport possible human trafficking

14 Found Refrigerated Trailer At Irish Seaport, Possible Human Trafficking

A serious situation in Rosslare Europort, Co Wexford (Ireland) unfolded early Monday morning. Fourteen people were found hidden inside a refrigerated trailer. This trailer had arrived on a ferry from France.  The group found includes…

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jail sentences to end for abusive men in england and wales; are women at risk

Jail Sentences To End For Abusive Men In England And Wales; Are Women At Risk?

Abusive men in England and Wales can soon walk free from court under a new sentencing policy as the government scrambles to tackle the overcrowding crisis gripping prisons.  Under reforms unveiled by the justice secretary,…

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will the fight for abortion rights continue in 2024 all you need to know

Will The Fight For Abortion Rights Continue In 2024? All You Need To Know

More than a year after the United States supreme court overturned Roe v Wade, 21 states have banned abortion or restricted the procedure. The abortion rights supporters are going to state legislatures, courtrooms, voting booths…

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states where the fate of abortion rights could be on 2024 ballots

States Where The Fate Of Abortion Rights Could Be On 2024 Ballots

The 2024 United States presidential election can decide the fate of women in the country. The 60th quadrennial presidential election, scheduled for November 5, 2024, will elect a president and vice president for a term…

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thai opposition lawmaker sentenced to 6 years for insulting monarchy

Thai Opposition Lawmaker Sentenced To 6 Years For Insulting Monarchy

In a huge blow to human rights, a Thai lawmaker was sentenced to six years in prison on Wednesday on charges of insulting the monarchy.  According to the advocacy group Thai Lawyers for Human Rights,…

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indian man in us sentenced for trafficking woman, forced labor

Indian Man In US Sentenced For Trafficking Woman, Forced Labor

In a huge blow to labor rights and women rights, an Indian man in the US state of Georgia has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for trafficking a woman for forced labor.  Shreesh…

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texas ordered to remove anti migrant barrier in rio grande

Texas Ordered To Remove Anti-Migrant Barrier In Rio Grande

A United States appeals court has ruled in a victory for President Joe Biden’s administration. The New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ordered Texas to remove its floating migrant barrier in the…

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niger junta repeals law aimed at curbing migration to europe

Niger Junta Repeals Law Aimed At Curbing Migration to Europe

Niger’s military junta has repealed a 2015 anti-migration law that curbed migration through Niger into Europe. Niger, which is a hub for those trying to enter Europe, repealed the anti-migration law on Saturday and announced…

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