Edinburgh University strike suspended after deal
University of Edinburgh lecturers suspend strike action until April after university agrees to rule out compulsory redundancies. Read the latest on the £140m cuts dispute.
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Women Defy Hijab Laws in Tehran Protests
Women in Tehran are publicly removing hijabs in courageous acts of defiance against Iran's strict dress code. Discover how this movement is challenging authority.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
650 jobs at risk as UK metals recycler enters liquidation
Unimetals Recycling, one of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs in jeopardy. Discover the full story and implications for the UK's steel supply chain.
Drivers with poor eyesight warned to never do this
An optometrist issues a stark warning to UK drivers with vision problems. New survey reveals shocking stats on driving with poor eyesight, especially in winter. Find out the one thing you must avoid.
Morrisons makes 1,700 paper delivery staff redundant
Supermarket giant Morrisons has sold its home newspaper delivery service, resulting in 1,700 job losses, primarily affecting teenagers. Discover the community impact.
Clint Stanaway's emotional farewell from Channel Nine
Channel Nine bids farewell to presenter Clint Stanaway with emotional tribute, while colleague Amber Sherlock departs amid network redundancies. Read the full story.
British Gas cancels Christmas parties for staff
British Gas cancels Christmas parties for 21,000 staff while hosting exclusive black-tie event for senior management. Read about the growing controversy.
Amber Sherlock Breaks Silence After Nine Exit
Veteran presenter Amber Sherlock speaks out after her sudden departure from Channel Nine was confirmed on air. Read her full statement and the details behind the network's restructure.
Target's Zoom layoff blunder sparks corporate outrage
US retail giant Target faces backlash after conducting mass redundancies via Zoom, with employees discovering their fate through impersonal group video calls in latest corporate misstep.
CBS News announces major staff cuts amid media downturn
American broadcaster CBS News becomes latest media organisation to announce significant layoffs, continuing troubling trend across journalism sector amid economic pressures.
Family farm faces seizure in tribal land claim battle
A Richmond farming family's century-old homestead is threatened with compulsory purchase after a tribal court ruling recognised the land as ancestral Native American territory, sparking a bitter property rights dispute.
Amazon to cut 14,000 UK jobs in massive layoffs
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to slash up to 14,000 positions across its UK operations in one of the largest corporate layoffs in recent British history, targeting roles from warehouses to corporate offices.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests
Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.
Barclays, Tesco Bank and Lloyds Cut Hundreds of Jobs
Major UK banks including Barclays, Tesco Bank and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant job cuts and branch closures as digital transformation accelerates across the banking sector.
UK Unemployment Hits 4.3%, Highest Since 2023
Britain's unemployment rate climbs to 4.3% as job losses accelerate across multiple sectors, marking the highest level since 2023 and signalling growing economic headwinds.
Microsoft AI Replacing UK Jobs Sparks Employment Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals Microsoft's aggressive AI implementation is causing significant workforce reductions across its UK operations, raising concerns about the future of employment in the tech sector.
Halifax, Lloyds & Santander cut 1,100+ banking jobs
Major UK banks Halifax, Lloyds and Santander announce significant job cuts affecting more than 1,100 positions while creating nearly 500 new roles in evolving banking sectors.
Man Utd Job Cuts Begin Under Ratcliffe Reign
Manchester United's new era under Sir Jim Ratcliffe begins with sweeping job cuts as INEOS targets £60m savings, sparking staff anxiety at Old Trafford.
Man Utd staff face axe in Ratcliffe revolution
Exclusive: Manchester United face significant structural changes as Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS begins implementing cost-cutting measures that could see hundreds of jobs axed at Old Trafford.
Reform UK leader's family firm faces compulsory strike-off
The family-run business of Reform UK's council leader in Hart, Cllr James Radley, has been threatened with compulsory closure by Companies House over overdue financial filings, raising questions about financial management.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
ANU Abandons Forced Job Cuts in Major Policy Reversal
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.
Amazon Slashes Hundreds of Jobs in UK and Global Restructure
Amazon announces significant job cuts across its Prime Video and MGM Studios divisions, impacting hundreds of employees in the UK and US in a strategic shift towards profitability.
BHP Cuts 750 Queensland Coal Jobs in Major Restructuring
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
UK Jobs Market Warning: Critical Indicator Hits 4-Year High
A major warning signal in the UK jobs market has surged to its highest level in four years, sparking serious concerns about the health of the employment sector and the broader economy.
Family hotel forced out for £1m asylum seeker deal
A family-run hotel in Rotherham was compulsorily purchased by the Home Office for over £1 million to house asylum seekers, forcing the owners out and sparking local backlash over the UK's immigration policy.
Pharma Giant Cuts 9,000 Jobs in Major Restructure
A major pharmaceutical multinational has announced a drastic cost-cutting plan, putting 9,000 roles at risk globally. The move signals deepening turmoil within the industry, raising concerns for the UK's strategic life sciences sector.
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