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Wales is to start measuring the proportion of workers with ‘good jobs’ by taking into account security of employment and wagesThe post Wales to measure ‘good jobs’ appeared first on Positive News.

Yellen’s remarks weren’t surprising given the volatility in global markets, but investors will be looking for further clues the Fed will raise interest rates again in July [XInhua]
US Federal Reserve Chief Janet Yellen’s speech at the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia Monday struck an optimistic chord about the state of the domestic economy, world economic hiccups, and monetary policy in the months ahead.

With countries including Finland, the Netherlands and France considering pilot schemes this year, the idea of a universal basic income is gaining momentum. Giving every citizen the same monthly payment, no matter what their employment status or financial situation, is being touted as a way to help redistribute wealth, create a simpler welfare system and give people more time to get involved in their communities. It may seem fair, but is it the best way to give help to those who need it most?

Research has highlighted the importance of waste pickers to cities around the worldThe post Value of waste pickers revealed appeared first on Positive News.

These might not be the kind of jobs a "healthy" economy should be adding.
The post Yes, the Economy Is Adding Jobs. But There’s Just One Problem appeared first on The Anti-Media.

Attention Baby Boomers: you made us this way.
The post Millennials Aren’t Lazy, We’re Hurting Because the Baby Boomers Screwed Us Over appeared first on The Anti-Media.

This video is rather chilling.
The post Here’s the Robot That Is Going to Take Your Job appeared first on The Anti-Media.

Tackling homelessness, joblessness, and food insecurity all at once can seem like a daunting task, but Verde Farms in Miami, Florida is managing to do all three. The community farm has one saying: “For people, not for profit,” and they stay true to that credo.
All money spent at the Verde Community Farmers Market and restaurant go toward hiring and training at-risk community members to work on the farm and in the market, and to build infrastructure to support the program. Special consideration is given to Carrfour Supportive Housing’s Verde Gardens community.

Despite claims from politicians and their corporate backers, the latest research on the TPP says it's a job killer.
The post TPP Trade Deal Will Cost US 448,000 Jobs, Say Researchers appeared first on The Anti-Media.

It’s not looking too good for everyone’s favorite GMO seed giant. With sales figures crashing down, Monsanto has announced a plan to cut 2,600 jobs in an effort to cut costs — about 11.6% of the workforce.