Muhammd Yunus was an economics professor when Bangladesh was 51 a terrible famine in 1974. Millions of starving people flocked into the cities and needed food. He decided to do something to help these poor souls. Therefore, 52 his students to the countryside to observe the lives of the poor, he 53 an idea that would change the fate of millions of lives. He offered loans to the women who suffered for a very small debt with unfair condition. Soon, they began saving and were able to pay him back. This improved their living condition a lot. 

   This small success gave Yunus an idea. He got support from a major government bank to pay for his project and 54 the Grameen Bank. Since then, he 55 to helping the poor. And he’ll keep on working for his ideals all his life.

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   Japan's government has supported an initiative to relieve the pressure on Japanese workers and simultaneously boost consumer spending. The new measure is called "Premium Friday." A spokesperson from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said the campaign would encourage workers to leave work earlier on the last Friday of each month to relax or go shopping. Around 130 companies across Japan have signed up to participate in the initiative, including many major employers. Skeptics are unsure whether the scheme will succeed or not because of the legendary workaholic nature of Japanese workers. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told reporters: "It will take time for Premium Friday to take root." 

    The idea for Premium Friday was partly prompted by the suicide of an employee who was continually required to work excessive overtime at the ad agency Dentsu. A court ruled the suicide was "death by overwork" and stressed the need to address what is a common problem in Japan - overworking. Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is leading by example. He promoted the campaign by leaving the office early for a meditation session at a Tokyo temple at 3:30 p.m. Mr. Suga said it was essential for both the government and the private sector to create an atmosphere where workers feel comfortable in leaving early. However, many workers said they would just have to work on Saturdays instead so as to finish their work.