Labour update on increasing limit for ISA savers
The UK Labour Party has provided updates on potential changes to the Individual Savings Account (ISA) limits, particularly concerning Help to Buy ISAs for home purchases.
The number of working retirees reaches new heights
The number of retirees in Denmark who are also employed has reached a record high of 97,263 in December 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year.
Malaysia plans direct hiring of foreign workers
The Malaysian government is launching a digital platform for direct hiring of foreign workers to eliminate reliance on recruitment agents.
Record number of students choose vocational education
Over half of the students starting high school this year in Norway have opted for vocational education, marking a record high for the fourth consecutive year.
Youths Avoiding Shipyards Amidst Job Boom for Large Firms and Poor Treatment in Small Businesses
In a booming shipbuilding industry, young people are hesitant to enter the workforce due to concerns over job stability and poor treatment in small companies, while large firms are not increasing their hiring.
China’s ‘micro drama’ industry emerges as jobs lifeline in tough graduate labour market
China's micro drama industry is becoming a significant source of employment for recent graduates amid high youth unemployment.
Trapped in the Largest Illegal Migrant Settlement in Europe: This is How the Black Labor Industry is Sustained in Italy
The article explores the plight of migrants living in Borgo Mezzanone, an illegal settlement in southern Italy, and the impact of informal labor markets on their lives.
REPLAY: UK Prime Minister's questions over Mandelson-Epstein ties
British police are investigating former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson for allegedly sharing market-sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein, leading to his dismissal from ambassadorial duties and resignation from the Labour Party and the House of Lords.
Without permits, without quotas: Switzerland broadly opens its doors to Croatian workers
Switzerland has removed quotas for Croatian workers, allowing them full access to the labor market similar to EU citizens.
The ILO warns of the risks of AI for the employment of highly qualified youth
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has warned about the risks that artificial intelligence (AI) poses for highly qualified young workers, particularly those seeking their first job, as outlined in its 2026 report on Social and Employment Trends.