The EU tourism industry employs millions of people across various sectors, showcasing its significant role in the region’s labor market. The industry employs a higher proportion of women and young workers compared to the broader economy. Foreign citizens also have a higher representation in tourism. Temporary contracts and part-time employment are more prevalent in the sector, reflecting the dynamic and seasonal nature of tourism-related jobs.
India’s push for equity in education, health care, and rights cannot succeed without dismantling ableist barriers that exclude Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) people. Despite government initiatives, DHH citizens continue to face limited opportunities in education and employment, and everyday life is made inaccessible due to a lack of sign language interpretation. This article highlights the need for recognizing Indian Sign Language (ISL) as an official language, incorporating it into education systems, and improving accessibility in public services and media. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of training healthcare professionals in sign language interpretation and ensuring DHH representation in healthcare professions.
Research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) in 2024 reveals that Qatar’s Travel & Tourism sector achieved record-breaking success last year. The sector’s contribution to GDP, employment, and domestic spending surged significantly. The GDP contribution reached QAR 81.2BN, accounting for 10.3% of Qatar’s total economic output. Over 20,300 new jobs were created in the sector, bringing the total to nearly 286,000 jobs nationwide. Despite a decline in international visitor spending, the sector is projected to make a record contribution to Qatar’s economy in 2024, with an expected GDP contribution of QAR 90.8BN and over 334,500 jobs supported.
This week’s economic calendar features key events in various regions. In the eurozone, inflation and GDP data will be released, while Canada, the United States, New Zealand, and Switzerland will publish important economic indicators. Additionally, the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting and a BoC governor’s testimony will attract attention.
A woman with visible body art alleges that she was denied employment at TJ Maxx due to her tattoos and piercings. After applying for a position and receiving an automated rejection email, she visited the store to inquire about the reason. The manager attributed it to a lack of experience, but the applicant believes that her appearance played a role. She questions the hiring practices for entry-level jobs and the challenges faced by young people without extensive work history. Other TikTok users share their experiences of facing job discrimination for similar reasons.
Megan Thee Stallion is facing a lawsuit from her former cameraman, Emilio Garcia, alleging sexual harassment, fat shaming, and labor code violations. The suit claims that Garcia was forced to watch the rapper having sex in a moving car while on tour in Ibiza in June 2022. The suit also alleges that Megan Thee Stallion subjected Garcia to a campaign of harassment that included fat shaming and denying him employee benefits despite classifying him as an independent contractor. The defendants in the lawsuit include Megan Thee Stallion, Megan Thee Stallion Entertainment, Inc., Hot Girl Touring LLC, and Roc Nation.
The ongoing Lok Sabha elections have led to a surge in temporary job creation, with an estimated nine lakh positions being created across various roles. These roles include polling booth officials, election clerks, security personnel, data entry operators, transportation coordinators, and administrative staff. The industry anticipates a further increase in hiring as campaigning activities pick up. Despite this surge, experts believe it will not impact the existing job market dynamics.
