Foreign-Worker Rules Overhaul (Malaysia): Malaysia plans to restructure foreign worker management for tighter coordination, with the One Stop Centre placed under the Ministry of Human Resources and foreign labour needs reviewed against real industry demand—while pushing more local hiring, skills building, and automation. Workplace Mental Health (U.S./Global): A 2026 employer guide argues mental health support is now core to retention and performance, citing survey results showing HR leaders see it as central to business strategy. AI in People Ops (U.S.): Two HR executives at SHRM say AI can make HR work more efficient and help HR decide what to automate—while keeping HR in the driver’s seat. Manager Support Tech (Oracle): Oracle launched “Manager Edge,” an AI coaching assistant inside Oracle Cloud HCM to guide managers in real time using workforce signals. HR Leadership Moves: MedReview named Caryn Van Buskirk as Chief Human Resources Officer; Healogics appointed Noelle Valentine as Chief Administrative Officer overseeing HR and compliance. Data Breach Risk (Nissan/Oracle PeopleSoft): Nissan disclosed a PeopleSoft zero-day breach tied to exposed employee data across multiple countries. Public-Sector Culture Watch (Kentucky/JCPS): A state audit says JCPS fostered a “culture of fear” and lacked a cohesive financial plan, fueling a major budget shortfall. Workplace Recognition: Northwell Health highlighted its values-driven culture as it earns major “best workplace” honors. Labor Action (Hotels): A Philadelphia Sheraton strike ended in a tentative deal including pay raises, pension increases, and improved dependent health coverage.