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A Modern Slavery Scandal: How Criminal Gangs Force Women and Children into Shoplifting in the UK

A Modern Slavery Scandal: How Criminal Gangs Force Women and Children into Shoplifting in the UK

Shoplifting is not a petty crime, but a form of modern slavery that affects hundreds of women and children who are trafficked into the UK by criminal gangs.  These gangs, which have links to drugs,

Gig Workers Gain Ground in Worker Classification Protections

Gig Workers Gain Ground in Worker Classification Protections

The Biden government has made a big decision to help gig workers in the U.S. They've put in place a new rule about work, replacing an old one from the time when Trump was in

Naira’s 39% Drop Threatens Job Security For Nigerian Workers

Naira’s 39% Drop Threatens Job Security For Nigerian Workers

The value of Nigeria's currency, the naira, has fallen significantly against the US dollar in recent months. In simple terms, this means that the naira is now weaker compared to the dollar.  Back in October

The Heat is On, Understanding the Dynamics of Climate Change and Migration

The Heat is On, Understanding the Dynamics of Climate Change and Migration

Climate change, an impending global crisis, manifests its impact in multifaceted ways. Beyond the evident e2nvironmental repercussions, the intricate interplay between climate change and human migration has become a focal point of discussion. As our

How Are Deepfakes Dangerous For Actors Amid Rise Of Artificial Intelligence?

How Are Deepfakes Dangerous For Actors Amid Rise Of Artificial Intelligence?

The employment world is changing. People are leaving big companies for independent work, finding freedom and control in their own hands. But a new problem has come up in the adult film industry because of

SpaceX Allegedly Fires Workers Who Criticized Elon Musk On Twitter

SpaceX Allegedly Fires Workers Who Criticized Elon Musk On Twitter

Elon Musk, known for running companies like SpaceX and Tesla, is facing a legal challenge. The U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) claims SpaceX, under Musk's leadership, wrongly fired eight employees.  These employees had written

How to Prepare for the Future of Work in 2024, According to Indeed’s Chief Economist

How to Prepare for the Future of Work in 2024, According to Indeed’s Chief Economist

The labor market is constantly evolving, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent recovery.  To understand the current and future trends that will shape the world of work, Fast Company spoke

Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Convicted in Bangladesh Labor Law Case

Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Convicted in Bangladesh Labor Law Case

Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, who is widely known for his microfinance initiatives, has been convicted in a labor law case in Bangladesh. He was fined 10,000 taka ($118) by a Dhaka court on

Indonesian Gig Workers Struggle With Limited Rights, Low Pay

Indonesian Gig Workers Struggle With Limited Rights, Low Pay

In Indonesia, the gig economy, like ride-sharing and food delivery apps, has grown rapidly in the last decade. These apps provide jobs for many Indonesians, but there's a big problem: the laws haven't kept up

Year In Review: From Elon Musk To Sam Altman, Top CEO Mishaps And Misadventures

Year In Review: From Elon Musk To Sam Altman, Top CEO Mishaps And Misadventures

As 2023 comes to end, let’s discuss top CEO mishaps and misadventures. While some CEOs seemed to get the spotlight, others received intense criticism on social media. From Elon Musk, Sam Altman to Marc Benioff,