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Amazon’s Performance Evaluations Now Require Proof of Productivity

Featured - January 09, 2026

Amazon’s requirement of employee proof productivity isn’t particularly unusual, but it joins a trend of companies tightening review policies. ...

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Shutdown Announced, Union Conflict Finally Put to Rest

Featured - January 08, 2026

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette shutdown is reported to be a result of unsustainable operations and a prolonged union conflict with workers. ...

Ubisoft Halifax Closure Announced: Layoffs Blamed on Anti-Union Strategy

Featured - January 08, 2026

Ubisoft’s Halifax studio closure has sparked outrage as the announcement comes just days after workers formalized their decision to unionize. ...

A New Lawsuit Accuses Spotify of Race-Based Discrimination

Featured - January 07, 2026

A lawsuit filed by a former Spotify manager alleges race-based discrimination and a limited response to a request for disability support. ...

Why Amazon layoffs could hit 30,000 roles by May 2026

Workplace Culture - January 07, 2026

The first wave of Amazon layoffs will begin on January 26. Stretching through the end of May, these job cuts are part of a massive restructuring plan in 2026. ...

Adaptive Strategies for HR In Response to the 2025 Federal Staffing Cuts

Featured - January 06, 2026

The 2025 federal staffing cuts were expansive in scale and the repercussions will likely follow us into 2026. What are some key considerations for HR? ...

Is your payroll ready for statutory sick pay reforms in 2026?

Featured - January 06, 2026

Stop asking “what is statutory sick pay” and start preparing for the new SSP changes to the sick pay reforms in 2026 before its too late. ...

Are you next? The truth behind AI layoffs in 2026

Workplace Culture - January 06, 2026

Are companies laying off because of AI? Find out why layoffs in 2025 were just the warning shot for the AI layoffs in 2026. ...

Exploring Labor Automation and the Promises Made by Hyundai’s Humanoid Robots

Featured - January 06, 2026

Hyundai’s humanoid robots showcased at CES 2026 wow the tech industry, but the implications for the workforce are considerably more dire. ...

Is Microsoft preparing for mass layoffs in 2026?

Leadership - January 05, 2026

Microsoft layoffs in 2026 will be part of a broader trend of workforce reductions as the Redmond giant pivots to practical AI integration. ...

The HR Leader’s Guide to OBBBA Payroll Compliance in 2026

Featured - January 02, 2026

As the IRS releases the 2026 tax brackets, employers must know OBBBA payroll compliance, permanent extension of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). ...

The Ethics of Innovation: What We Learn from OpenAI’s Safety Leadership Role

Featured - December 30, 2025

OpenAI’s Head of Preparedness safety leadership role serves as a reminder to prioritize risk mitigation and stay ahead of AI vulnerabilities. ...

The H-1B Visa Overhaul Introduces New Considerations for U.S. Business

Featured - December 30, 2025

The U.S. H-1B visa overhaul introduces changes to the existing lottery system to prioritize top wage earners and highly skilled candidates. ...

Employment Rights Act 2025: Day-One Sick Pay & New Rights

Compensation - December 30, 2025

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is officially law in the UK as of 18 December 2025, marking a monumental shift in the way we work. ...

Is the FTC Non-Compete Ban Dead? 2025 State Rules & Salary Limits

Featured - December 30, 2025

In late 2025, the U.S. labor market marked a shift from federal mandates to state-driven bans on non-compete clauses. It has left workers across the nation asking, ‘Is ...

What the AI-Related Layoffs in 2025 Say About the Future of Work

Featured - December 24, 2025

Over 55,000 AI-related layoffs were conducted in 2025, and with the technology here to stay, it’s time for employers and HR to prepare. ...