Record Number of Japanese Teachers Take Mental Health Leave
A record 7,119 Japanese public school teachers took mental health leave in fiscal 2023, up 580 from the previous year, highlighting increased workloads and prompting government intervention to increase teacher numbers and support mental health. A record 788 teachers also quit after less than a year,...
Record Number of Japanese Teachers Take Mental Health Leave
A record 7,119 Japanese public school teachers took mental health leave in fiscal 2023, up 580 from the previous year, highlighting increased workloads and prompting government intervention to increase teacher numbers and support mental health. A record 788 teachers also quit after less than a year,...
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UK House Prices Rise 4.7% in 2024 Despite Affordability Challenges
Nationwide reported a 4.7% rise in UK house prices in 2024, reaching an average of £269,426 by December; however, affordability challenges persist, and upcoming stamp duty and interest rate changes are expected to impact the 2025 market.
UK House Prices Rise 4.7% in 2024 Despite Affordability Challenges
Nationwide reported a 4.7% rise in UK house prices in 2024, reaching an average of £269,426 by December; however, affordability challenges persist, and upcoming stamp duty and interest rate changes are expected to impact the 2025 market.
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40% Bias Score
Nine Personal Branding Trends to Master in 2025
Nine key personal branding trends for 2025 are identified, emphasizing hybrid work models, polyworking, inclusive leadership, voice and video technology, personalized employee experiences, hybrid learning, AI integration, and fun in the workplace; these trends reflect the evolving workplace and tech...
Nine Personal Branding Trends to Master in 2025
Nine key personal branding trends for 2025 are identified, emphasizing hybrid work models, polyworking, inclusive leadership, voice and video technology, personalized employee experiences, hybrid learning, AI integration, and fun in the workplace; these trends reflect the evolving workplace and tech...
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US Jobless Claims Hit Eight-Month Low Amidst Economic Resilience
Initial US jobless claims dropped to a eight-month low of 211,000 last week, signaling a robust labor market and influencing the Federal Reserve's decision to reduce interest rate cuts; however, challenges remain with some workers facing prolonged unemployment and construction spending showing mixed...
US Jobless Claims Hit Eight-Month Low Amidst Economic Resilience
Initial US jobless claims dropped to a eight-month low of 211,000 last week, signaling a robust labor market and influencing the Federal Reserve's decision to reduce interest rate cuts; however, challenges remain with some workers facing prolonged unemployment and construction spending showing mixed...
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Record German Employment in 2024 Masks Underlying Economic Weakness
Germany's employment reached a record 46.1 million in 2024 despite economic recession, due to increased immigration and domestic workforce participation; however, job losses in manufacturing and construction offset gains in the service sector, leading to predictions of rising unemployment in 2025.
Record German Employment in 2024 Masks Underlying Economic Weakness
Germany's employment reached a record 46.1 million in 2024 despite economic recession, due to increased immigration and domestic workforce participation; however, job losses in manufacturing and construction offset gains in the service sector, leading to predictions of rising unemployment in 2025.
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Mortgage Rates Surge to Near 7%, Plunging Demand
During the two weeks ending December 27, 2024, total mortgage application volume plummeted 21.9% due to a rise in the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages to 6.97%, impacting both purchase and refinance applications significantly, particularly given the typical seasonal sl...
Mortgage Rates Surge to Near 7%, Plunging Demand
During the two weeks ending December 27, 2024, total mortgage application volume plummeted 21.9% due to a rise in the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages to 6.97%, impacting both purchase and refinance applications significantly, particularly given the typical seasonal sl...
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Australia's Housing Market Favors Buyers in Early 2025
Australia's property market is predicted to favor buyers in early 2025, with Sydney experiencing a 2.3 percent price increase and Melbourne a 3 percent decrease in 2024 due to higher interest rates and increased supply; experts anticipate rate cuts as the key catalyst for market recovery.
Australia's Housing Market Favors Buyers in Early 2025
Australia's property market is predicted to favor buyers in early 2025, with Sydney experiencing a 2.3 percent price increase and Melbourne a 3 percent decrease in 2024 due to higher interest rates and increased supply; experts anticipate rate cuts as the key catalyst for market recovery.
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Baden-Württemberg Launches Agency to Combat Skilled Worker Shortage
Baden-Württemberg launched a new state agency to address its growing skilled worker shortage; initial staff are already working, with 55 positions planned, focusing on streamlining immigration processes for companies and workers across two locations; the agency aims to help fill the projected 910,00...
Baden-Württemberg Launches Agency to Combat Skilled Worker Shortage
Baden-Württemberg launched a new state agency to address its growing skilled worker shortage; initial staff are already working, with 55 positions planned, focusing on streamlining immigration processes for companies and workers across two locations; the agency aims to help fill the projected 910,00...
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Avanti West Coast Train Strike Disrupts Services
On January 4th, Avanti West Coast train services are severely disrupted due to an RMT union strike by rail managers over pay disparities for rest day working, affecting commuters returning after the Christmas break and causing cancellations to key routes, including no service to North Wales, Blackpo...
Avanti West Coast Train Strike Disrupts Services
On January 4th, Avanti West Coast train services are severely disrupted due to an RMT union strike by rail managers over pay disparities for rest day working, affecting commuters returning after the Christmas break and causing cancellations to key routes, including no service to North Wales, Blackpo...
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40% Bias Score
HR Leadership in 2025: Overwhelmed Managers and the Need for Connection
A Gartner survey of HR leaders reveals that 75% report managers are overwhelmed, while 69% feel managers lack change-leadership skills; this necessitates focusing on connection, coaching, and emotional intelligence to enhance leadership and improve organizational performance in 2025.
HR Leadership in 2025: Overwhelmed Managers and the Need for Connection
A Gartner survey of HR leaders reveals that 75% report managers are overwhelmed, while 69% feel managers lack change-leadership skills; this necessitates focusing on connection, coaching, and emotional intelligence to enhance leadership and improve organizational performance in 2025.
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36% Bias Score
Mortgage Rates Hit Six-Month High at Nearly 7%, Hampering Housing Market
Thirty-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged nearly 7% the week ending January 2, 2025, the highest level in six months, driven by rising 10-year Treasury yields despite recent Fed rate cuts, leading to decreased mortgage applications and persistent affordability challenges.
Mortgage Rates Hit Six-Month High at Nearly 7%, Hampering Housing Market
Thirty-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged nearly 7% the week ending January 2, 2025, the highest level in six months, driven by rising 10-year Treasury yields despite recent Fed rate cuts, leading to decreased mortgage applications and persistent affordability challenges.
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48% Bias Score
2025 Workplace Success: Prioritizing Well-being, Learning, and Authentic Leadership
To thrive in 2025, leaders must prioritize employee well-being with genuine flexibility, invest in continuous learning, embrace transparent communication, and lead with empathy and collaboration, adapting to change continuously.
2025 Workplace Success: Prioritizing Well-being, Learning, and Authentic Leadership
To thrive in 2025, leaders must prioritize employee well-being with genuine flexibility, invest in continuous learning, embrace transparent communication, and lead with empathy and collaboration, adapting to change continuously.
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44% Bias Score