Greece decides on a 13-hour working day
Greece decides on a 13-hour working day  
Podcast: Marketplace All-in-One
Published On: Wed Oct 15 2025
Description: From the BBC World Service: Greece's government is voting on a bill authorizing private sector employees to work up to 13 hours a day, if both employee and employer agree. Labor unions have called mass strikes in protest, paralyzing the public sector. This comes as Greece faces high debt, rising inflation, and lower wages than much of the European Union. Plus, Japan is holding its biggest-ever technology trade show, centered on integrating AI into our daily lives.