Workforce & HR leadership: Hospice of the Chesapeake named a new VP of Human Resources, plus senior operations and transformation leaders, signaling continued expansion and a stronger people strategy. Labor & compliance: Oldcastle APG filed a layoff notice tied to revenue decline, cutting 63 jobs at its Salisbury, N.C. facility—another reminder that HR planning is often driven by business downturns. AI in HR operations: El Sewedy Electric says it cut process times 84% across 30 AI projects, including HR screening and contract support—showing how automation is moving from pilots into core workflows. Hiring practices under scrutiny: A viral LinkedIn post claimed a work-from-home role excluded candidates from specific regions, sparking backlash and raising questions about how eligibility rules are communicated. People management pressure: A Singapore worker described ongoing harassment and intimidation by a colleague, highlighting the real-world cost of unmanaged workplace conflict. Skills pipeline: Assam’s CM inspected a skill center and training initiatives aimed at building employable talent, while a Ministry of Planning program is training public officers to strengthen performance tracking and decision-making. Career growth & pay: A career coach story spotlights how minimal salary growth can push employees to resign even after years of raises.