Aspe’s unemployment plummets: Lowest figures in a decade

Euro Weekly News— The town of Aspe has experienced a significant reduction in unemployment, with figures dropping below 1,600 for the first time in March 2024. According to data from the Public Employment Service, there were 1,599 unemployed individuals in Aspe during this period, representing slightly above 17 per cent of the active population and 7.5 per cent […]

The Guardian—Why has the yen fallen to a decade’s low and what does it mean for Japan’s economy?. The accelerating slide in the value of Japan’s currency could ultimately be bad news for people in Japan who are heavily reliant on importsThe value of Japan’s currency has tumbled so much, that its value is back to where it was in 1990, shortly after Japan’s famous “bubble economy” burst. For a moment on Monday it was trading at 160 yen to US$1. A few years ago, it was closer to 100 yen to US$1.The yen’s accelerating slide could ultimately be bad news for people in Japan. A weaker yen squeezes...

Fortune—A U.S. manufacturing renaissance won’t create many good jobs—just look at Germany, S. Korea, China and decades of data, Harvard economist says. "Whether we like it or not, services such as retail, care work, and other personal services will remain the primary engine of job creation."

Refinery29—Venus In Taurus Is Here — It’s Time To Get Decadent. Venus is about to enter Taurus, one of its favorite signs, on April 29 at 7:31 a.m. This transit will awaken our sensuality, creativity, confidence, and a yearning to commit to others. Also, it will heighten the need to indulge in decadence, since Venus in Taurus is all about joie de vivre and the beautiful life. There will be a slow start, due to Venus and Taurus’ tendency to take their time, but we will gain clarity in our decision making and make commitments that align with our desires. ...