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Winter Tires: Essential Insights for Safe Winter Driving

  Life as a driver in Canada can be costly, and the debate over the necessity of winter tires is ongoing. Here are some key points to consider: Winter Tire Benefits : Winter tires, marked with the alpine symbol, offer superior traction in icy and snowy conditions. They have wide tread grooves and soft rubber compounds that remain pliable in freezing temperatures, significantly improving safety. Cost and Usage : While winter tires can be expensive, ranging from $800 to $2,000, they are a worthwhile investment for those who drive frequently in winter conditions. All-season tires lose traction below 7°C, making winter tires a safer choice. Legal Requirements : Quebec mandates winter tires from Dec. 1 to March 15, and British Columbia requires them on most routes from Oct. 1 to April 30. Other provinces recommend but do not require them. Performance : Studies show that winter tires can reduce stopping distances by up to 30% compared to all-season tires, enhancing overall vehicle safety dur

Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week, Pioneering EU Labor Reforms


Greece recently implemented a six-day work week, making it the first European Union country to do so.

 Under this new law, private businesses offering round-the-clock services can provide staff with the option to work an additional two hours each day or an additional eight-hour shift, with a 40% increase in daily wages. However, this initiative does not apply to workers in the food service and tourism industries. 

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has described the new work week as “worker-friendly,” aiming to ensure proper compensation for overtime while addressing undeclared work. It’s worth noting that Greek workers were already putting in an average of 41 hours per week, the highest in Europe.

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