Here’s the latest on migrant workers in Qatar, additional strong mayor powers and last year’s shocking Baby Shark-themed birthday party shooting. On the job, the migrant workers in Qatar face some of the hottest summers, armed with few real labour standards. Speaking with migrants from Kenya, Uganda, India and elsewhere, Bruce provides a glimpse into the lives of some of the 70,000 migrant workers who have built up Qatar — and faced death, exploitation and broken promises throughout. Go deeper: The family of World Cup workers’ whistleblower Abdullah Ibhais said he was tortured after revealing the abuses. ICYMI: A majority of Toronto city councillors sent a joint letter to the province urging them to ditch the bill earlier this week.

Source: thestar December 09, 2022 18:00 UTC