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A large fire with different sources keeps the Generalitat firefighters in suspense this Friday in a dozen municipalities of Girona. The main focus began this morning in La Bisbal d’Empordà, but different sub-spots have affected neighboring municipalities, the protected area of ​​Les Gavarres and is forcing the confinement of a dozen municipalities on the Costa Brava, such as Platja d’Aro or Calonge. Firefighters estimate that 40,000 people are affected by mobility restrictions, those registered in the area. The objective of the extinguishing teams, of up to 225 people, is to limit the perimeter of the fire, since it is burning…

Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and the leaders of the coalition have announced a comprehensive reform package. A key point is the abolition of telephone sick leave and the requirement to provide a certificate from the first day of illness. The aim is to reduce, according to Merz, the “exorbitant increase in sick leave in companies”. Collective bargaining agreements or special company regulations should remain possible. This raises specific questions for employers and HR: Which existing regulations apply? What does the resolution mean as long as there is no draft law yet? Is there now a concrete need for action? Our…

The Generalitat has imposed three fines of 30,000 euros on three large holders for non-compliance with the Housing Law, in a further step in the application of the sanctioning regime provided for by the regulations. As sources from the Ministry of Territory, Housing and Ecological Transition explained to Europa Press this Friday, and EL PAÍS has confirmed, there are also three other sanctions whose files are already closed, although those affected have not yet been notified.Continue reading

In April, Pakistan escorted the Iranian delegation through its own airspace after indirect negotiations with the USA – with two dozen fighter jets. The reason: fear for the lives of Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

What does the title “Special Media of the Year” mean to you personally – and what does human resources management stand for in your eyes? In your opinion, what are the ingredients for excellent HR journalism? For me, the award is proof that well-made specialist magazines not only still have a reason to exist, but also offer real added value for their readers. In human resources management, we have been working with passion, curiosity and expertise for many years to illuminate topics from all possible areas and perspectives – through very different channels. One of the most important ingredients, in…

“By 2030, HR will play a central role in shaping collaboration between people and technology, integrating climate and ethical aspects into workforce planning and developing flexible models that are more responsive to the needs of employees,” write the authors of a new white paper from the consulting firm Zalaris. To do this, they have identified nine key points that HR should keep an eye on over the next five years: 1. AI technologies are redefining HR interactions Over the next five years, HR interfaces will evolve from static dashboards and multi-level self-services to conversational, AI-powered solutions. 2. AI does not…

Several dozen people gathered yesterday Thursday in front of two buildings on Túria Street in Valencia, previously occupied by neighbors and now about to be converted into an 80-room hotel, to denounce the touristification suffered by the Botànic neighborhood, with the proliferation of tourist apartments and hotel establishments in recent years. In mourning, several neighbors and business owners stood in front of what was once the neighborhood daycare center – now closed – with signs that read “The Botanical in Struggle.”” or “El Botànico doesn’t sell”.Continue reading

A Ukrainian multimillionaire, his partner and their son were seriously injured when a parcel bomb exploded in Monaco. Now there is a suspect: a woman who, according to media reports, is said to have disguised herself as a man.

Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla is once again president of the Junta de Andalucía with the votes of Vox, who enters his Government with a vice presidency of Tourism, deregulation, justice and local administration. Moreno and the leader of the ultra group in Andalusia, Manuel Gavira, staged the agreement with a press conference in which the popular man thanked his partner for “the collaboration, the result of permanent dialogue” and wanted to emphasize that “this is a legislative agreement, an agreement for four years.” On the other hand, the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, has reiterated his political support and…

Half an hour before the start of the second vote for the investiture of Juan Manuel Moreno as president of the Junta de Andalucía, PP and Vox signed their agreement to make it possible. Finally, the ultras will enter the Government with a Ministry of Tourism, deregulation, justice and local administration with the rank of vice-presidency, which will be led by their spokesperson Manuel Gavira. The pact will guarantee the budgets for the next four years. “The agreements are not easy, Vox is Vox and the PP of Andalusia is the PP of Andalusia, different groups with different sensitivities and…