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Why is the travel industry experiencing chaos in Europe?

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2 years ago

July 22, 2022

Omer Kablan

Strikes and staff shortages have forced airlines across Europe to cancel thousands of flights

Many hoping for a great summer getaway are met with hours-long queues at major airports.

During the pandemic, when demand for travel came to a stop, there was a long period of job and pay cuts.

And now staff across the industry from pilots to baggage handlers are calling for better pay and working conditions

And some airlines have decided to increase wages, to get the wheels in motion and the plane in the air.

Airports and airlines having staff shortages are scrambling to recruit more personnel including pilots, security, border control staff and baggage handlers, as many quit their jobs or were let go during the COVID 19 lockdowns.

In particular, the Aviation Industry is having a difficult time recruiting for physically demanding jobs, and for low paid work at airports often that are far from the city.

The chaos has really hit airports around the world, with European airports and airlines taking the brunt of it.

There are currently negotiations on the way to help resolve these issues as workers call for more rights and better pay.

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Euro Bloch is a comprehensive program designed to highlight the breadth of topics and issues within the EU political landscape. It offers insightful analysis within the evolving framework of relations between the European Union and Australia/Asia-Pacific region. Hosted by Natanael Bloch.

Next month’s EU elections are looming, with the far-right gaining traction. In this episode, Natanael is joined by Professor Bruce Wilson, Director of EU Centre of Excellence at RMIT University. #EURO BLOCH

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Will the U.S. approve MDMA therapy?

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May 15, 2024

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MDMA is a drug commonly known as molly or ecstasy.

Some medical professionals say it can be helpful for people with post-traumatic stress disorder — which is why a group has been fighting to get MDMA legalized as a prescription drug.

Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing an application to use MDMA to treat PTSD. The agency is expected to announce its ruling as soon as August.

Anna Silman, a features correspondent with Business Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #drugs #MDMA #MDMATherapy #business #pharmaceutical