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Berlin is contemplating a significant shift in its cultural landscape by considering the privatisation of four state-owned theatres: Volksbühne, Deutsches Theater, Maxim Gorki Theater, and Theater an der Parkaue. A …
Concern Over Berlin’s State Theatres: The Threat of Privatisation Read More
In recent years, Berlin has seen a significant influx of South Asian delivery workers, responding to a labour shortage. Following Germany’s Labour Immigration Act reform, skilled workers from India, Bangladesh, …
Navigating Challenges: Berlin’s South Asian Delivery Workers Read More
In the unfolding narrative of Berlin’s transit workforce, the Verdi union faces a pivotal moment in its contract negotiations with BVG. Despite calls for an all-out strike to bolster demands …
Berlin Transit Workers Stand United Against Arbitration Threats Read More
In Berlin, the public transport system is on the brink of disruption as wage negotiations between Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) and the Verdi union have stalled. Following failed discussions for better …
Public Transport Workers’ Strike Looms in Berlin and Frankfurt Read More
The tragic loss of South Korean weathercaster Oh Yoanna has shed light on the pervasive issue of workplace harassment, igniting fervent calls for government intervention. At just 28 years old, …
South Korea Must Eradicate Workplace Harassment for All Employees Read More
On this World Day of Social Justice, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) highlights the grim realities faced by trade unionists globally who are under persecution. These activists often face …
World Day of Social Justice: Advocating for Workers’ Rights as Human Rights Read More
In Berlin, concerns mount over Germany’s economic stagnation, attributed in part to low productivity growth and significant sick leave among employees. Although known for their diligent work ethic, Germans average …
Is Laziness Behind Germany’s Economic Decline? Read More
Germany is grappling with an economic crisis, exacerbated by a record number of employee sick days, which are believed to contribute to a decline in productivity and a cost of …
Germany’s Economic Struggles: Blame Shifts to Worker Absenteeism Read More