Gender gap at work far worse than expected: UN
According to UN's International Labour Organization, the new data shows that women still have a much harder time finding a job than men.
Tue Mar 07 2023
On the water with Myanmar's 'river cleaners'
They gather recyclable materials to sell to traders, their only source of income since losing their jobs.
Sun Feb 19 2023
More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN
Violence and harassment at work is a widespread phenomenon around the world, according to UN's International Labour Organization.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Work-related deaths kill nearly 2 million people a year: UN agencies
The study considers 19 occupational risk factors including from illnesses associated with long working hours and air pollution.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Malaysia's FGV to pick auditor to assess forced labour accusation
FGV Holdings Bhd will appoint an independent auditor to assess its operations for signs of forced labour on the advice of US Customs.
Fri Jun 18 2021
An audit gave the all-clear. Others alleged slavery
The contrasting conclusions highlight little-known flaws in global efforts to monitor labour conditions.
Thu May 20 2021
Pandemic-driven shift to home work carries risks, UN says
The main concern of home-based workers is the blurring between working time and personal and family time.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Forced labour and the on-going systematic oppression of the Uyghurs
One of the developments that have emerged more fully is the highly organised and extensive use of forced labour.
Sat Jan 09 2021
Work life balance is a must for a better quality life
A healthy adult has a need to work. This is part of human development.
Fri May 12 2017