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fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Politicians aren't ?motivated by big salaries': Leo Varadkar on Michael O'Leary's call to pay ministers 1m a year

If there are two commandments in Irish politics - get thyself elected and mind thy seat - there might be room for another about boosting thy salary. But do government wages in this country need an overhaul? Irish politicians could be forgiven for a touch of envy as they look at the salary of the prime minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

When It Comes to Vaccination Strategy, the U.S. Is Not Denmark

CDC advisory panel removed universal newborn hepatitis B vaccine recommendation to align with Denmark despite stark differences in population, disease burden, and healthcare systems.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

How does your commute compare? Find out with interactive map

Whether it's on the bus, in the car, or on foot, the daily commute is something that many people dread. The researchers analysed the personal and work-related travel of people living in 43 countries - representing more than half the world. Their results revealed that the average person travels for 1 hour 8 minutes per day, regardless of the mode of transport, or how rich they are.
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Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The ETFs I Plan to Invest $40,000 a Year In to Reach $400,000 by Age 30

Reaching $400,000 in investments by age 30 depends on factors like salary, inheritance, family help, real estate, business income, and investment returns.
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fromCN Traveller
3 months ago

The countries that pay the most for maternity leave

Maternity leave length and pay vary globally; many European countries provide generous benefits, while the US and South Africa offer no statutory paid leave.
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from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

This Country Offers More Than 40 Days Of Annual Statutory Paid Leave

Statutory paid leave policies vary globally, with some countries offering over eight weeks while the United States guarantees no paid leave or public holidays.
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