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Institute of Human Resources Management hosts women in HR awards
Mavis Sibanda, applauded the institute for championing excellence in human capital development and creating a platform to celebrate women leaders in HR THE Institute of Human Resources Management (IHRM) has taken a major step in recognising and...

Millionaire Shares Why Getting Laid Off Is Better Than Quitting One's Job
If a poll were to be conducted asking people whether they would prefer quitting their job, or getting laid off, then chances are many people will opt for the former option. A lot of people are of the opinion that getting fired is detrimental for...

The tech jobs that pay
Published on the 31/07/2025 | Written by Heather Wright And the staff gearing up to walk… Salaries for some technology professionals are up on both sides of the Tasman, with those increases continuing this year – but there’s a solid gap between...

AI Coaching Agents Revolutionize Managerial Training Simulations
In the fast-evolving world of corporate leadership, artificial intelligence is stepping in as an unlikely ally for managers grappling with high-stakes dialogues. From delivering performance reviews to navigating salary negotiations, these “tough...

Avoid these common CV mistakes: HR expert advice to job seekers
Kwa-Thema – Human resources practitioner Siyabonga Xaba says that many job seekers make avoidable mistakes on their CVs, which can ruin their chances of securing employment. “A CV is a professional representation of who you are and what you can...

AIA Singapore Appoints HR Chief
Life insurance group AIA announced a major leadership transition in Singapore, effective 1 October 2025. AIA Singapore has appointed Owen Addison as chief human resources officer (CHRO), according to a statement, effective October 1. He succeeds...
The art of investigating: simultaneously managing incident response and overseeing a privileged forensic investigation
Incident response requires an immediate, coordinated effort to gather the facts and execute an incident response plan that enables a company reacting to a cybersecurity incident or data breach to address multiple work streams simultaneously. The...

Transforming Leadership: IIM Raipur and TimesPro Launch General Management Programme to Shape Strategic, Future-Ready Leaders
Transforming Leadership: IIM Raipur and TimesPro Launch General Management Programme to Shape Strategic, Future-Ready Leaders Raipur: The Indian Institute of Management Raipur (IIM Raipur), in collaboration with TimesPro, has launched the latest...

Sánchez hits two-run HR, Quantrill, three Marlins relievers shut out Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jesús Sánchez hit a two-run homer in the third inning, Cal Quantrill pitched five innings and the Miami Marlins beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 on Wednesday night. The Marlins have won 10 of 13 overall and 17 of their last 22 on...

Big Data Career Notes for July 2025
(metamorworks/Shutterstock) It’s that time of month again–time for Big Data Career Notes, a monthly feature where we keep you up-to-date on the latest career developments for individuals in the big data community. Whether it’s a promotion, new...

White-Collar AI Paradox: Job Loss Fears Amid Reduced Stress Benefits
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, white-collar professionals are grappling with a paradoxical reality: the technology that’s poised to upend their careers is also alleviating their daily burdens. A recent survey by the...

£119 billion productivity shift – HR leaders can’t afford to wait on AI
From predictive maintenance at Rolls-Royce to hyper-personalised retail at John Lewis, AI is reshaping operations, decision-making, workforce productivity, and competitiveness across every major sector. According to the UK Government’s AI...

AI was supposed to kill consulting. Instead, Julie Sweet has positioned Accenture to cash in
In the early hours of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, on Feb. 24, 2022, world leaders published statements denouncing Vladimir Putin’s aggression, and historic monuments around the world were lit up in blue and yellow, the colors of Ukraine’s flag....

Sunnyside HR manager seeks anti-harassment protection order against council member
SUNNYSIDE, Wash. – Irving Brown Sr., the City of Sunnyside Human Resources Manager, has filed for a protective order against Sunnyside City Council Member Theresa Hancock. Brown alleges harassment and false police reporting by Hancock. The hearing...

Comment: Preparing people for the AI jobs of tomorrow
There's a story about AI that dominates every headline: machines taking over, jobs disappearing, humans scrambling for relevance. It's a story that breeds anxiety, and honestly, I get why. But here's the thing: that story is incomplete. MORE FROM...
AI will reshape Malaysia's job market, says Human Resources Minister
GEORGE TOWN: Artificial Intelligence (AI) will reshape Malaysia's job market and create thousands of new opportunities, says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. He said AI would not replace workers but instead create new roles and redefine...

Sánchez hits 2-run HR as Marlins beat Cardinals 2-0
The Cardinals were 0 for 8 with runners in scoring position. ST. LOUIS — Wednesday’s Game Report: Marlins 2, Cardinals 0 Miles Mikolas only made one mistake on Wednesday night, but that was one too many for the Cardinals. Jesus Sanchez launched a...
MOL, MAAP, and MAGSAYSAY a team up to Launch a Dynamic Positioning Training Center in the Philippines -Opening on September 1
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has announced that, in a remarkable maritime undertaking between Japan and the Philippines, MOL Maritex Co., Ltd. (MOLMAT; President & CEO: Kazuhiko Kikuchi)(Note1) of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), the Maritime Academy of...

Tariffs, trade and tech: What global HR leaders need to know
As the Aug. 1 deadline for the Trump administration’s trade deals approaches, many global HR leaders are reassessing whether their contingent workforce can withstand potential tariff shocks. To stay agile, HR leaders can use technology to support...

Việt Nam positioned to become key link in global semiconductor industry: Deputy PM
HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam possesses all the necessary conditions to emerge as a vital link in the region and global semiconductor supply chains, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Chí Dũng said during a working session in Hà Nội on Wednesday with...