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Germany implements changes for international student employment
Germany Implements Changes for International Student Employment
As of March 1 this year, more than 450,000 international students in Germany have access to a simpler employment process in the country thanks to a new law that aims to address the labour shortages in key sectors like the economy, technology, and medicine.
The second stage of the Skilled Worker Immigration Law, which came into force on March 1, 2024, expands employment opportunities for international students.
According to a statement issued by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF), international students are now allowed to work more days in a year.
Under this law, international students, including those in preparatory measures for university, are also eligible to hold a second job, Studying in Germany reports.
“The previous annual working time account of 120 full days or 240 half days will be increased to 140 full days or 280 half days. Alternatively, the new rule will allow student employees to work up to 20 hours per week,” BAMF’s statement reads.
While entry and residence permits will continue to be issued for third-country nationals seeking to study at a German university, prospective students can also engage in part-time jobs. They will be permitted to work 20 hours per week while in search of a study place.
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“These recent changes are a good step towards better opportunities for international students in Germany. By increasing the number of days these students are permitted to work in a week, Germany is likely to strengthen its position as a global centre for higher education and talent attraction,” higher education expert Alma MIftari said.
Germany is the third most popular country for international students, after the US and the UK. Over the past decade, international student enrollment in Germany grew by nearly 28 per cent. Higher education institutions in Germany are home to at least 458,210 international students.
Most of these students are Indians (42,578), Chinese (39,137), and Syrians (15,563). Turkey is another important source of international students in Germany, sending a total of 14,732 in the 2022/23 academic year.
A survey conducted by Expatrio and the Deutsche Gesellschaft Internationaler Studierender (DEGIS) at the end of 2021 found that 45 per cent of participating students did not consider another country to study besides Germany.
The study included 2,000 people from 93 countries. Of them, 17 chose the United States as their preferred destination for studies, and only 16 per cent chose Canada.
The third stage of the Skilled Worker Immigration Law is expected to come into effect on June 1, 2024, and will bring new changes, such as introducing the job search opportunity card.
Germany implements changes for international student employment
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American man arrested for beating tourist to death at Ireland hotel
American man arrested for beating tourist to death at Ireland hotel
A 30 year old American man whose name was not given by security officials, has been arrested for beating up a 60 year old tourist to death at the Ballyfin Demesne hotel in Laois, Ireland.
The Irish police force commonly known as ‘Garda Síochána’ announced that the incident occurred in the late hours of Tuesday, November 12.
Ballyfin Demesne hotel, is a popular luxury five-star hotel located in Laois, Ireland and special guests such as Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, George Clooney e.t.c had made use of the hotel in times past.
The victim was discovered unconscious in the late hours of Tuesday, November 12 and was then rushed to the hospital were he died due to severe beating inflicted on him by the culprit.
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Independent local councilor James Kelly stated that nearby communities were ‘stunned’ upon learning about the incident at the renowned hotel.
He said, “There would be a lot of staff from the area and they’re totally shocked by what has happened here.
“It’s something we didn’t think we’d be waking up to this morning.”
The police also noted that a senior officer has been assigned to lead the investigation and an incident room has been set up at Portlaoise Garda Station, Ireland.
Furthermore, a family liaison officer will be designated to assist the family of the deceased.
International
FBI raids home of crypto platform Polymarket CEO, after accurate prediction of Trump win
FBI raids home of crypto platform Polymarket CEO, after accurate prediction of Trump win
The Federal Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday carried out a raid at the home of Shayne Coplan, CEO of cryptocurrency prediction outlet Polymarket.
Authorities seized Mr Coplan’s phone during the raid, according to New York Post which first reported the incident.
Mr Coplan, 26, has been running the famous platform for bets throughout the 2024 presidential election in the United States.
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It wasn’t immediately clear why the search was conducted, but Polymarket promptly said it might be due to its activities during the election. Users on the platform had correctly predicted Donald Trump was going to defeat Kamala Harris. The company paid out a substantial amount to winners following the election.
“This is obvious political retribution by the outgoing administration against Polymarket for providing a market that correctly called the 2024 presidential election,” a spokesperson for Polymarket said in a statement from its headquarters in New York. “Polymarket is a fully transparent prediction market that helps everyday people better understand the events that matter most to them, including elections.”
It was unclear whether or not the FBI would be filing charges after the raid.
FBI raids home of crypto platform Polymarket CEO, after accurate prediction of Trump win
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Two dead, buildings destroyed in American factory explosion
Two dead, buildings destroyed in American factory explosion
Two employees of Givaudan sense colour, a factory known for making colourings for beverages, located in Louisville, Kentucky, United States (US) were killed in an explosion that took place at the company’s facility.
The factory reported that the incident which took place on Tuesday, November 12 in the afternoon have also destroyed buildings around the company.
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Louisville Mayor, Craig Greenberg stated that firefighters managed to rescue and evacuate numerous individuals from the site, including some who sustained life-threatening injuries.
He also confirmed that all employees present at the plant during the explosion have been accounted for.
Earlier reports indicated that at least 11 workers were hospitalized.
The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
Two dead, buildings destroyed in American factory explosion
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