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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.

L.A. fires: Will Trump immigration crackdown slow rebuilding?

Fear of mass deportations threatens recovery efforts in wildfire-affected areas by creating labor shortages in the construction industry.

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.

L.A. fires: Will Trump immigration crackdown slow rebuilding?

Fear of mass deportations threatens recovery efforts in wildfire-affected areas by creating labor shortages in the construction industry.
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#immigration

Immigration is a lifeline for Nebraska's economy. But Trump's mass deportations pledge is a looming threat

Nebraska's severe labor shortage in agriculture necessitates welcoming immigrants, despite political resistance against immigration reform.

Immigrants help power America's economy. Will the election value or imperil them?

The Bakers' ranch exemplifies the reliance on immigrant labor in agriculture, contradicting anti-immigration sentiments.

Spain Looks to Grant Residency to Nearly 1 Million Migrants

Spain plans to give residency and work permits to 900,000 undocumented migrants over three years to attract needed labor amid demographic challenges.

Immigration is a lifeline for Nebraska's economy. But Trump's mass deportations pledge is a looming threat

Nebraska's severe labor shortage in agriculture necessitates welcoming immigrants, despite political resistance against immigration reform.

Immigrants help power America's economy. Will the election value or imperil them?

The Bakers' ranch exemplifies the reliance on immigrant labor in agriculture, contradicting anti-immigration sentiments.

Spain Looks to Grant Residency to Nearly 1 Million Migrants

Spain plans to give residency and work permits to 900,000 undocumented migrants over three years to attract needed labor amid demographic challenges.
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#ukraine

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.

In a workforce transformed by war, Ukrainian women are now working in coal mines

The war in Ukraine has led to significant changes in the workforce, allowing women to take on roles in previously male-dominated industries.

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.

In a workforce transformed by war, Ukrainian women are now working in coal mines

The war in Ukraine has led to significant changes in the workforce, allowing women to take on roles in previously male-dominated industries.

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.
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John Deere's new robot lawnmower is coming for landscapers' jobs | TechCrunch

John Deere showcased new autonomous products at CES 2025, including a robot lawnmower aimed at addressing labor shortages.
#robotics

Red Rabbit Robotics offers human-like robots as a service

Red Rabbit Robotics is pioneering the development of remote-controlled, eventually autonomous robots to address labor shortages in industries like manufacturing.

Exclusive: Botinkit's robot wants to cook for you

Automation in commercial kitchens is on the rise due to staffing shortages exacerbated by the pandemic.

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.

RoboForce raises $10 millions to create a robot workforce | TechCrunch

RoboForce aims to automate dangerous, repetitive tasks, especially in solar panel installation, with their newly funded robot workers.

Red Rabbit Robotics offers human-like robots as a service

Red Rabbit Robotics is pioneering the development of remote-controlled, eventually autonomous robots to address labor shortages in industries like manufacturing.

Exclusive: Botinkit's robot wants to cook for you

Automation in commercial kitchens is on the rise due to staffing shortages exacerbated by the pandemic.

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.

RoboForce raises $10 millions to create a robot workforce | TechCrunch

RoboForce aims to automate dangerous, repetitive tasks, especially in solar panel installation, with their newly funded robot workers.
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Utah's coal mines can't find enough workers - High Country News

Utah's coal industry faces a labor shortage, complicating the reopening of its Fossil Rock Mine despite its deep historical roots in the region.

How Montana contractors are luring Gen Z into trades amid a nationwide construction labor shortage

Montana contractors are launching initiatives to recruit Gen Z and address the construction labor shortage amid growing demand.
#automation

How Automation Is Helping Companies Prepare for Labor Shortages

The U.S. faces a significant labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, prompting companies to adopt automation and retrain workers.

Elon Musk's Tesla robots could be innovative for AI and automation, but Optimus still has a long way to go

Tesla's Optimus robot aims to mitigate labor shortages by handling menial and dangerous tasks, potentially making physical labor optional for humans.

Why Businesses Are Relying on Automation to Survive the Labor Crisis | Entrepreneur

Robots are revolutionizing industries by addressing labor shortages and operational efficiency, becoming essential in manufacturing, food service, and warehousing.

Agility Robotics CEO tells BI how its humanoid robots are entering the workforce - and getting paid for it

Humanoid robots are filling labor gaps in industries facing worker shortages.
Digit, Agility Robotics' robot, operates in factories, marking an evolution in workplace automation.

How Automation Is Helping Companies Prepare for Labor Shortages

The U.S. faces a significant labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, prompting companies to adopt automation and retrain workers.

Elon Musk's Tesla robots could be innovative for AI and automation, but Optimus still has a long way to go

Tesla's Optimus robot aims to mitigate labor shortages by handling menial and dangerous tasks, potentially making physical labor optional for humans.

Why Businesses Are Relying on Automation to Survive the Labor Crisis | Entrepreneur

Robots are revolutionizing industries by addressing labor shortages and operational efficiency, becoming essential in manufacturing, food service, and warehousing.

Agility Robotics CEO tells BI how its humanoid robots are entering the workforce - and getting paid for it

Humanoid robots are filling labor gaps in industries facing worker shortages.
Digit, Agility Robotics' robot, operates in factories, marking an evolution in workplace automation.
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#germany

Germany's health-care sector hit by skilled labor shortage DW 11/16/2024

Germany faces a significant shortage of health-care workers due to an aging population and rising health demands, particularly for physiotherapists and dental assistants.

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.

How Germany wants to speed up recognition of foreign qualifications

Germany seeks to attract skilled workers to address a 400,000 shortfall, focusing on streamlining foreign qualification recognition.

Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces labor shortage and aging population, emphasizing need for international student talent to bridge the gap.

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.

Germany's health-care sector hit by skilled labor shortage DW 11/16/2024

Germany faces a significant shortage of health-care workers due to an aging population and rising health demands, particularly for physiotherapists and dental assistants.

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.

How Germany wants to speed up recognition of foreign qualifications

Germany seeks to attract skilled workers to address a 400,000 shortfall, focusing on streamlining foreign qualification recognition.

Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces labor shortage and aging population, emphasizing need for international student talent to bridge the gap.

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.
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Russian companies are turning to teenagers and retirees amid the country's wartime labor shortage

Russia is widening its hiring practices, seeking teens and retirees to address a significant labor shortage.

Deutsche Bahn: Ghost trains latest signal of railway woes DW 12/01/2024

Deutsche Bahn's empty train runs around Berlin highlight operational inefficiencies due to insufficient railway sidings.

Is home construction entering a slowdown?

The single-family home construction industry is experiencing a potential slowdown, indicated by a decrease in building permits and starts.
#aging-population

In Japan's Countryside, Century-Old Firms Learn to Embrace Foreign Workers

Hizatsuki Confectionery is adapting to labor shortages by hiring foreign workers, a significant shift due to Japan's aging population challenge.

Can AI help solve Japan's labour shortages?

AI technology is being utilized to tackle Japan's labor shortage due to the shrinking population.

Germany targeting Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces a critical labor shortage and aging population, with a projected deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035.

In Japan's Countryside, Century-Old Firms Learn to Embrace Foreign Workers

Hizatsuki Confectionery is adapting to labor shortages by hiring foreign workers, a significant shift due to Japan's aging population challenge.

Can AI help solve Japan's labour shortages?

AI technology is being utilized to tackle Japan's labor shortage due to the shrinking population.

Germany targeting Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces a critical labor shortage and aging population, with a projected deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035.
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No degree? No problem. Inside Blackstone's ambitious plans to internally grow talent for its data centers and other portfolio companies

Blackstone is addressing the data-center labor shortage through training programs and internships as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure.

Undercover as a home care worker in France: I have to cope alone and I receive no training' | Sasa Uhlova

Undocumented workers face harsh conditions and minimal support in the European social care sector, particularly amidst staffing shortages.
#four-day-workweek

Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweek

Japan is promoting four-day workweeks to combat labor shortages and improve work-life balance.

Japan is having a hard time convincing employees to take 4-day workweeks

Japan's four-day workweek initiative is struggling to gain traction despite government efforts to curb overwork and improve employee well-being.

Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweek

Japan is promoting four-day workweeks to combat labor shortages and improve work-life balance.

Japan is having a hard time convincing employees to take 4-day workweeks

Japan's four-day workweek initiative is struggling to gain traction despite government efforts to curb overwork and improve employee well-being.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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