Taxi drivers in Kenya's capital are struggling due to a price war among ride-hailing companies Uber, Bolt, and local start-ups. With fares dropping to unsustainable levels, many drivers are setting their own higher rates. Some customers agree to pay more than the app's suggested fare, despite Uber's rules against such ...
Australia is taking significant steps to address workforce burnout and mental health issues with proposed right-to-disconnect legislation. The law aims to establish regulations requiring employers to respect employees' off-the-clock time. Research shows companies with right-to-disconnect policies report improved well-being and job satisfaction levels with more than 70 percent of workers ...
Unions representing judicial workers in Mexico have launched a nationwide strike before legislative votes on proposed judicial reforms. Social media footage showed workers chaining court and judicial facility gates. The unions argue the reforms are rushed and undermine merit-based career paths, threatening judicial independence. The reform is a key focus ...
In the U.S., more than 17,000 AT&T workers across nine southeastern states are on strike. They claim the company engaged in unfair labor practices during ongoing contract negotiations. Represented by the Communications Workers of America, workers walked off the job after accusing AT&T of failing to negotiate in good faith ...
As our world changes, so will every facet of our lives, including the workplace. We're going to see many changes in leadership. Control from the top-down is going away. And it's being replaced with leaders who empower and support employees in a more collaborative environment. Karen Sherwood is a business ...
In Boston, researchers have developed a groundbreaking blood test set to revolutionize stroke care--the leading cause of disability worldwide. This innovative tool can accurately diagnose the type and severity of stroke using two blood-based biomarkers. The speed of diagnosis is crucial, as early intervention can significantly improve outcomes, allowing more ...
