How many skilled workers have applied for Germany's 'opportunity card' visa?
Germany has relaxed skilled worker laws to address a growing labor shortage, particularly with the introduction of the Chancenkarte for non-EU nationals.
Trump vows to deport millions. Builders say it would drain their crews and drive up home costs
Inadequate labor supply in construction may worsen under proposed deportations, heightening home prices and affordability issues.
Foreign-born workers are crucial for maintaining the construction industry's labor force.
How many skilled workers have applied for Germany's 'opportunity card' visa?
Germany has relaxed skilled worker laws to address a growing labor shortage, particularly with the introduction of the Chancenkarte for non-EU nationals.
Trump vows to deport millions. Builders say it would drain their crews and drive up home costs
Inadequate labor supply in construction may worsen under proposed deportations, heightening home prices and affordability issues.
Foreign-born workers are crucial for maintaining the construction industry's labor force.
War Is Draining Ukraine's Male-Dominated Work Force. Enter the Women.
Women in Ukraine are filling vital roles in coal mines as male workers are drafted for military service.
Ukraine confronts labor shortage as need for soldiers drains workforce
Ukraine faces a critical shortage of labor due to the war, creating economic strain and opportunities for women in industries previously dominated by men.
War Is Draining Ukraine's Male-Dominated Work Force. Enter the Women.
Women in Ukraine are filling vital roles in coal mines as male workers are drafted for military service.
Ukraine confronts labor shortage as need for soldiers drains workforce
Ukraine faces a critical shortage of labor due to the war, creating economic strain and opportunities for women in industries previously dominated by men.
I'm a first-generation funeral director. The industry is facing a labor shortage and young women are its future.
Young women are increasingly enrolling in funeral schools, reshaping the traditionally male-dominated industry amidst an impending labor shortage.
Japan's Population Falls at Record Rate
The declining Japanese population poses challenges like labor shortage and pressure on social security.
This week in Dutch tech
Robotic bricklaying technology by Dutch startup Monumental aims to address labor shortages in construction and boost industry productivity with AI-driven precision and efficiency.
U.S. faces firefighter shortage; global condemnation toward Israel mounts
Israel's airstrike on Rafah caused international condemnation. Labor shortage in U.S. wildland firefighting poses risks for the upcoming wildfire season.
Volunteers help Palestinian citizens of Israel harvest amid Gaza war
Volunteers from Baqa al-Gharbiyye, a city in Israel, are helping farmers facing a labor shortage caused by the war on Gaza.
Palestinian citizens of Israel, who make up 20% of the population, are benefiting from the assistance of these volunteers during their leisure time.
U.S. faces firefighter shortage; global condemnation toward Israel mounts
Israel's airstrike on Rafah caused international condemnation. Labor shortage in U.S. wildland firefighting poses risks for the upcoming wildfire season.
Volunteers help Palestinian citizens of Israel harvest amid Gaza war
Volunteers from Baqa al-Gharbiyye, a city in Israel, are helping farmers facing a labor shortage caused by the war on Gaza.
Palestinian citizens of Israel, who make up 20% of the population, are benefiting from the assistance of these volunteers during their leisure time.
Robot-phobia could exasperate hotel, restaurant labor shortage
Relying more on robots in the hospitality industry can lead to increased job insecurity and intentions to quit among human workers.
US semiconductor building boom means staff shortages
The US semiconductor industry is facing challenges in hiring and retaining staff despite its expansion.
Paris Olympics may face security contractor shortage
French officials facing potential shortfall of qualified private contractors - workforce shortage may impact Games security.
Germany eyes Filipino nurses to ease labor shortage DW 03/14/2024
Germany and the Philippines plan to enhance their migration and mobility partnership, focusing on skilled workers like health care professionals.
The Philippines is a significant source of skilled labor for Germany, with around 6,000 Filipino nurses currently working in the country.
AI Could Actually Help Rebuild The Middle Class | NOEMA
AI will reshape the value and nature of human expertise.
The fear that AI will lead to fewer jobs is misplaced.
Robots Key to New Ways of Farming as Labor Shortage Looms
Robots are being used on farms in Japan to compensate for a labor shortage.
Agrist and Asai Nursery are two companies using robots to harvest crops in Japan.
Why more and more Southeast Asians want to learn German DW 01/09/2024
Enthusiasm for learning German has increased in Vietnam, with the number of German-language exams taken at the Goethe-Institut in Ho Chi Minh City rising by over 150% since 2019.
Germany is recruiting qualified labor from Southeast Asia to address worker shortages, leading to a rising interest in the German language in the region.
Arrest warrant issued for 'crypto king' associate who claims he fled to Dubai
Canada's senior population is growing, leading to a potential labor shortage
The labor shortage could result in higher wages for employees
Gen Z's blue-collar influencers are spilling the tea on jobs in the trades
Social media is helping inspire the next generation of tradespeople and combat the stigma surrounding trade school.
Remote work: How manufacturers are experimenting in a hands-on industry
Manufacturers are increasingly adopting remote work to address labor shortages and improve flexibility.
Experts ask: Why aren't older workers an election issue?
The focus on the age of presidential candidates overlooks the abilities and challenges of the aging U.S. workforce.
Labor shortages are still fueling growth at automation firms like GrayMatter | TechCrunch
The push behind venture funding in robotics is driven by a labor shortage, and warehouse/logistics robotics have a proven track record for productivity improvements.