US Medical Workers Respond To Delayed Contract Agreement By Launching Biggest Strike Yet
A reported 75,000 staff who work under Kaiser Permanente have united in a huge strike action, impacting nearly 13 million patients in a call for better wages and working hours.
How Remote Working Is Negatively Affecting Gen Z
Gen Z is speaking out against experiencing loneliness and a lack of motivation due to the detrimental effects of remote working.
US Anti-discrimination Agency Sues Tesla Over 'Pervasive' Racism
A federal anti-discrimination agency filed a lawsuit Thursday accusing Elon Musk's Tesla of allowing "pervasive" racism at its Silicon Valley car plant and retaliating against Black workers who opposed such abuse.
Sick Leave In UK Hits 15-year High: Study
Sick leave in the UK has hit its highest rate in 15 years and is well above pre-pandemic levels, a study showed Tuesday.
NHS Plan Historic Double Strike As Workers Continue Call For Better Wages And Fairer Work Hours
After several NHS workers rejected the government's pay rise offer, the industrial strike action has reached new levels, with many NHS workers criticising the government for repeatedly failing to meet their demands.
Companies must harness transformative technologies like AI to stay afloat
Companies must always keep up with technological trends – or risk losing their market and being driven out of business by either the competition or technology itself.
Russell Brand denies rape accusations in statement
Prior to the release of the Channel 4 Dispatches documentary that accuses Russell Brand of sexual assault and rape, the comedian put out a statement denying the allegations.
Slack CEO is ready to ride AI wave
Artificial Intelligence is transforming Slack, the widely used workplace messaging platform, its CEO told AFP just nine months after taking on one of the most high profile jobs in Silicon Valley.
Jimmy Fallon says sorry and feels 'so bad' for creating a 'toxic workplace' on The Tonight Show
Jimmy Fallon says "l feel so bad I can't even tell you", in an apology on Zoom after allegations of "erratic behaviour" on The Tonight Show.
ChatGPT traffic falls for the third month in a row, data shows
After taking the world by storm when it was released last November, ChatGPT seems to be losing momentum.
Jerry Seinfeld defends Jimmy Fallon amid 'toxic workplace' allegations
"The Tonight Show" staffers have accused its host of creating a toxic work environment with his alleged "erratic behaviour."
UK residents least likely to say work is important, says new survey
The number of people who place emphasis on the importance of leisure time has risen in recent decades.
British EV drivers are frustrated with lack of charging spots in the UK
A new study from SMS has shown the willingness of British EV drivers to pay for EV charging bays as a result of the increased difficulty in accessing them.
Why a sense of community is key to combating loneliness
The long-term impacts of loneliness are still emerging, with 55 per cent of the workforce feeling lonely on a weekly basis and 79 per cent saying their colleagues are the lonely ones.
Nearly two-thirds of UK shoppers are less loyal to brands because of macroeconomic issues
Economic shifts have altered consumer behaviour, leading to a decline in brand loyalty among Londoners, with 60 per cent feeling less attached to brands than two years ago, as per new research.
Nearly half of business leaders feel Gen Z graduate students are unprepared for the professional workforce
A recent employment survey from Intelligent has offered a fascinating glimpse into why business leaders are not convinced about hiring Gen Z graduate students.
Bank of England raises UK interest rates to a record 5.25%
The last time rates were this high was in April 2008, in the midst of the global financial crash, with the UK's central bank expecting inflation to fall below five per cent in the autumn or winter.
The different ways that men and women dealt with levels of stress during COVID
A recent study from Würzburg examines how the mental health of both sexes was impacted by the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic.
WHO declares that babies should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of their lives
WHO and UNICEF encourage businesses to allow breastfeeding mothers in the workplace while new mothers speak out about the pressure to breastfeed.
Around 97% of women entrepreneurs affected by gender bias in funding
A recent survey of women entrepreneurs in the UK provided critical insights on gender bias in funding, revealing the biggest barrier faced by women in the business world is the lack of female decision-makers in these venture capital firms.
UK government launches £40 Million 5G innovation fund
UK government allocates a £40 million fund to spark local digital revolutions, unlock 5G benefits and boost innovation across sectors nationwide.
Workplace noise taking toll on productivity and wellbeing, study reveals
A study revealed that excessive noise levels lead to a significant decline in productivity for 81 per cent of workers, with distractions and health issues also arising.
How does sustainable offices affect employee morale
The benefits of connecting employees to nature at work extend beyond sustainability and include positive effects on employees' well-being and how they perform their jobs.
Young women seeking mental health help in the UK labelled 'dramatic'
Women seeking mental health help were told their issues could be hormonal while or that they were simply "overthinking things".
Improvements made to high-quality healthcare for people in the workplace
Following several NHS strikes, the government have invested more than £1 billion in Occupational Health services to avoid further economic inactivity among employees.
How workplace ethics and a toxic boss can improve or ruin the office atmosphere
A toxic boss can ruin the office atmosphere, and employees should be aware of the ethical aspects of a toxic workplace and a boss who crosses boundaries.
'We need to look after the workers who look after us', says mental health fund
Backed by a mental health fund, the Safety Sensescaping Project aims to create safe and mentally healthy environments for all healthcare workers.
McDonald's UK apologises after racism, sexual misconduct report
The head of McDonald's in the UK apologised after the BBC on Tuesday reported allegations of sexual misconduct, racism and bullying by staff at the fast-food giant.
How 'silent firing' is sweeping the UK work culture, according to recent study
A report reveals many people may be ignorant about a growing trend of silent mistreatment including gender discrimination that is forcing employees to resign.
Is hypnotherapy a new powerful solution for reducing workforce stress?
Factors such as unclear expectations, inadequate resources or support, and job insecurity can contribute to work-related stress.