To fight against trafficking newborns, the new legislation facilitates the criminal prosecution for such crimes as kidnapping, illegal deprivation of liberty, human trafficking, involvement in prostitution and more. Approved ahead of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, marked annually on 30 July, the law responds to a grim reality. Last year, 19 cases of trade in newborns were registered in the country, for which more than 15 people were brought to justice, according to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs. So far in 2024, six cases of trade in newborns have been registered, with the ministry reporting prices for each child…
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It’s fairly well known that women receive less favourable loan terms from salespeople, on average, than men when they borrow money. One recent study into lending practices in US car dealerships recently confirmed as much. Equally, it has been found in bank lending and mortgages for many years around the world. The academic literature suggests that salespeople may offer women worse terms in the belief they know less about the market, and so will be less capable of assessing whether they’re getting a fair deal. It might also be that women are penalised for not being as assertive as men.…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the opening of the public comment period for its proposed rule intended to protect millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat and its publication in the Federal Register. Announced in July 2024 by the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the rule – if finalized – would help protect approximately 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor work settings and substantially reduce workplace heat injuries, illnesses and fatalities.OSHA encourages public participation in the rulemaking process as it will help the agency develop a final rule that adequately protects workers,…
In December 2013, the UN General Assembly declared the International Decade for People of African Descent to address issues of recognition, justice, and development. The decade beginning in 2015 aimed to promote the rights of people of African descent, increase awareness of their cultural contributions, and strengthen legal frameworks to combat racial discrimination. In 2021, 31 August was recognised as the international day. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on Member States to declare a second international decade “to help to accelerate global efforts for true change.” Addressing racism Mr. Guterres noted how people of African descent have contributed to society through leadership…
Employer: UMS Heavy Equipment Rental Inc. 3415 Maimai Road Chalan Pago, Guam 96910 Investigation findings: A U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division investigation found construction subcontractor UMS Heavy Equipment Rental Inc. in violation of federal contract labor laws while under a multi-million federal service contract for management and disposal of debris resulting from Typhoon Mawar on Guam in May 2023. Investigators determined the employer violated federal labor laws by failing to pay $80,346 in minimum and prevailing wages, fringe benefits and overtime. Wages Recovered/Damages Assessed: $48,843 in minimum…
The mega-event glow continues in Paris, with the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games now well underway. Some 4,400 athletes will take to the world stage to compete across 22 different sports. The Paris Paralympic Games have attracted a phenomenal level of interest – over two million tickets have now been sold. Some are now speculating the event could make Paralympic history and become the first-ever sellout. This raises some important questions for host cities. How do the economics of the Paralympics compare to the Olympics? Who gets the broadcast rights? Above all, what is the legacy of this event on its…
Port Sudan, 29 August – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling for increased support from donors and international community to sustain response to the rising humanitarian needs and displacement in Sudan compounded by the recent floods.Scores of people are still missing following the collapse of Arba’at dam in Sudan’s northeastern Red Sea State following heavy rains. An estimated 50,000 people have been affected according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).Torrential rain has been causing havoc in the war-torn country since June, with warnings that 11 million people are likely to be exposed…
Result in 70 significant and substantial violations, 11 unwarrantable failure findingsWASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that its Mine Safety and Health Administration completed impact inspections at 16 mines in 10 states in July 2024, issuing 239 violations and one safeguard.The agency began conducting impact inspections after an April 2010 explosion in West Virginia at the Upper Big Branch Mine killed 29 miners.MSHA’s impact inspections since 2023 have identified 4,314 violations, including 1,189 significant and substantial and 82 unwarrantable failure findings. An S&S violation is one that could contribute in a significant and substantial way to the…
The artwork by Australian artist Fintan Magee is in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and September’s pivotal Summit of the Future. “This work examines the human elements in the role of the UN and the fragility of peace. Lasting stability should never be taken for granted and will always require continued diplomacy and human intervention,” Mr. Magee said. “Peace is always hard work,” he emphasised. The mural is being officially inaugurated on Friday where the Sydney-based street artist will talk about the process of creation, the motif, its connection to the city of Vienna and its importance for…
Toured site of PCU John F. Kennedy’s construction, world’s most capable, adaptable carrierWASHINGTON –Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su and Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited Virginia today to see how the Apprentice School in Newport News – one of the nation’s critical apprenticeship programs – is making construction of one of the world’s most capable and adaptable aircraft carriers, the PCU John F. Kennedy, possible.During their visit, Secretaries Su and Del Toro highlighted their shared commitment to strengthening the Department of Defense’s organic and industrial base workforce. “Our partnership with the U.S. Navy will enhance the quality of…