Taiwan President Takes Office Under Close Scrutiny
Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te, a staunch defender of the island's democracy, will be sworn into office Monday as Beijing ratchets up military and diplomatic pressure on Taipei.
15 Blue Collar Jobs That Pay Well In The US: These Roles Pay $60K And Up
Blue-collar jobs pay well and don't always require college degrees. Explore high-paying options in the US, from ship captain to MRI technologist.
34% of Brits Say UK Economy Is Huge Concern: Household Budgets Leaner and Food Scarcity Rising
Polling shows Britons place the economy at the top of the list of priorities and the UK government will need to address the public's concerns.
NYC Is Desperate For Lifeguards: Hourly Wage Up From $16.10 to $21.26 With a $1K Bonus
Despite pay hikes and easier swim tests, NYC faces a severe lifeguard shortage. Officials attribute part of the issue to union disputes.
Lack Of Women's Rights Exposed In Iceland As It Tops WEF's Gender Gap Index 14 Years In A Row
Concerns about gender equality in Iceland has significantly increased since reported acts of violence against women mounted during the Covid-19 pandemic.
JP Morgan CEO: Americans Are in 'Good Shape' Financially and 'Still Have Money From COVID'
JPMorgan CEO says consumers still doing well despite inflation, sparking backlash online.
'I Make More Than $5K Monthly': FrontHouz App Lets Gig Workers Get Resto Shifts When Needed
Hospitality workers can earn up to $5,000 each month by picking up shifts on the freelance staffing platform FrontHouz.
Luxury Bus From NYC to Hamptons Serves Cocktails, Ultra Fast WiFi and 5 Feet Legroom
As a more affordable and alternative mode of transport to the Hamptons, Blade has launched its new luxury coach service.
Women Represent Just 3% Of The Global Construction Industry, But They Are Still Being Harassed
Construction companies are still refusing to hire women, despite an ongoing staffing crisis and demand for new recruits in the front-line manual sector.
Forget Work-Life Balance, Samsung Makes 6-Day Work Week Mandatory For Executives
Samsung is enforcing major changes after recording its worst operating profit readings since 2009 last year, with executives now being required on weekends.
Pakistanis Trapped in Cambodia's China-Run Cyber Slave Ring Targeting US
Cyber gangs trick people into slave labour with fake job ads, forced scams, and beatings. It has become a global issue with thousands trapped.
UK Casino Markets' Continued Growth Despite Wider Economic Turmoil
Despite wider economic turmoil, the UK casino market continues to experience growth, reflecting a broader global trend of resilience in certain sectors.
The Economic Impact of the South African Online Casino Industry Is Vast – And That Might Be a Good Thing
The South African online casino industry's rapid growth and competition shape both the economy and user preferences.
Red Lobster 'Bankruptcy' Scare: CFO Blames Unlimited Shrimp Deal, Pricey Labour and Leases
Red Lobster's $20 all-you-can-eat shrimp deal backfired, leading to bankruptcy talks after record losses.
Former Gaming Exec Suggests Tipping $10 or $20 To Developers Who Already Earn Around $100K
Ybarra proposes in-game tipping, but gamers are wary of unclear systems and potential exploitation by companies.
London Rent To Increase 13% in Next 3 Years; Officials Want Better Protection of Renters
Rent rises are set to grow by a further 13 per cent despite having increased at the fastest rate recorded in the past two years
Seven Common but Overlooked 'Middle Class Habits' That Are Keeping You Poor
A lack of interest in financial literacy education is limiting wage growth, investments and retirement funds amongst middle-class earners.
UK Accountant Shares 4 Signs You're Financially Well Even If You Don't Feel Like It
The signs that show that you are doing well financially include playing "the wealth game", tracking the average annual wage, knowing the three fundamentals of finance and changing your mindset.
NYC Resto Employs Filipinos Via Zoom to Take Your Orders And Ask For 18% Tip
NYC restaurants use video screens with Filipino remote workers to greet and take orders, but secrecy and pay concerns arise.
Breaking Down the Numbers: Premier League Clubs' £3.8 Billion Wage Bill Exposed
Premier League clubs' wage structures unveil a fascinating narrative, with Arsenal emerging as a beacon of fiscal efficiency amidst the league's heavy spenders.
Woman Allegedly Rejected for VP Role In Tech Company For Not Wearing Make-up During Interview
A woman sparked a debate on social media after she was told that she didn't "put enough effort" into her appearance for a job interview.
3 Tips To Build Up Your 'F**k You Fund' For When You Want To Quit
Instead of relying on monthly wages and being trapped or exposed to a negative environment, the "f*ck you fund" supports workers by eliminating financial barriers.
Wendy's Manager Invents Ghost Employee And Pockets Almost £16K Worth of Wages
Former Wendy's manager, Linda Johnson, collected money from a fake employee for nearly a year, before being caught.
Londoner Shares Why She Quit Her Job at a Prestigious Museum and is Happier Getting Paid Less
Survey data shows that 64 per cent of employees are willing to take a pay cut for a job that better supports their mental wellbeing.
Easy Does It: The Bank Of Japan's Experiment
The Bank of Japan announced a seismic change in direction on Tuesday, hiking interest rates for the first time in 17 years.
Bank Of Japan Hikes Rates For First Time Since 2007
Japan's central bank pulled the plug Tuesday on its ultra-aggressive monetary stimulus programme, hiking rates for the first time since the global financial crisis.
How The World's Largest Islamic NGO Is Tackling Major Global Challenges: In Conversation With HE Dr Mohammad Abdulkarim Al Issa, Secretary General of The Muslim World League
A candid conversation with the Saudi Arabia-based NGO's Secretary General on how moderate perceptions of Islam are adapting to our rapidly evolving world.
Sen. Bernie Sanders Proposes Four-Day Workweek Bill in the U.S. with Full Pay
Senator Sanders has called for a 4-day workweek, citing studies showing happier and more productive workers.
German Rail, Air Workers Walk Out In New Strike Round
Hundreds of thousands of passengers in Germany faced travel misery Thursday as rail and airport workers stage new strikes to back demands for higher wages.
Germany Braces For Fresh Rail, Air Travel Strikes
Germany braced for more travel misery after unions on Monday called for renewed walkouts at Lufthansa and rail operator Deutsche Bahn, amid escalating rows over inflation-busting pay rises.