US skilled trade crisis: 5,000 six-figure jobs unfilled
Ford CEO warns of a severe shortage of skilled blue-collar workers, with high-paying mechanic roles going vacant despite salaries up to $160,000. Discover the barriers and opportunities.
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Six-Figure Blue-Collar Jobs Crisis in US
Ford CEO warns of a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles paying up to $120k unfilled. Discover why the workforce can't meet demand.
Greek island pays £15k for families to relocate
The tiny Greek island of Antikythera is offering families and skilled workers €500 a month, free accommodation, and food to boost its population. Could this be your dream move?
Greek island offers £15k to families to move there
The tiny Greek island of Antikythera is offering families and skilled workers €500 a month to relocate, plus free accommodation and food. Find out how to apply.
AI Drives Youth to High-Paying Construction Careers
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a skilled labour crisis in UK construction offers lucrative, future-proof trade careers. Discover why young people are following the money.
US Creates 300,000 Apprenticeships, Targets 1 Million
The US Department of Labor has launched nearly 300,000 new apprenticeships this year, aiming for one million. The initiative focuses on trades, tech, and new sectors like law enforcement. Read more.
US Overhauls H-1B Visa System, Ends Random Lottery
The Trump administration replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection system, prioritising higher-paid foreign workers. The new rules take effect in February 2026.
Honda pauses Japan and China production over chip shortage
Honda Motor suspends operations at key plants in Japan and China due to persistent semiconductor shortages, impacting its global sales forecast and profits. Read the full story.
Labour's immigration plans could cost UK £710m
Keir Starmer warned that raising salary thresholds for foreign workers could cost the UK economy up to £710m. Read the full analysis from the Migration Advisory Committee.
Exodus of Young Brits as 690,000 Emigrate Post-Budget
A skills exodus is underway as young Brits leave the UK, with emigration hitting 690,000. Discover why the budget is failing a generation and the impact on Britain's future.
Asylum seekers make up 44% of UK net migration
New data reveals asylum seekers account for 44% of UK net migration, a figure that has doubled since 2019. Discover the economic implications and the full analysis.
Australian Liberals Propose Major Immigration Cuts
Australia's Liberal Party plans significant immigration reductions, targeting international students and skilled migrants. The Coalition debates policy design ahead of the next election.
Reform UK Immigration Plans Threaten NHS Doctors' Future
An emergency medicine doctor who worked through Covid fears deportation under Reform UK's proposed visa rules. Discover how skilled migrants face uncertainty over their UK futures.
Ford's $120K Mechanic Jobs Remain Unfilled
Ford CEO reveals a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles offering $120,000 salaries going unfilled due to a lack of trained workers in the US. Discover the wider crisis.
Trump's H-1B visa comments spark MAGA backlash
Donald Trump faces MAGA supporter fury after stating the US needs to 'bring in talent' from abroad via H-1B visas, contradicting his 'America First' agenda. Read the full story.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
Australian car service delays hit six months amid mechanic crisis
Australian drivers are experiencing unprecedented waiting times for essential car servicing, with some facing six-month delays as the nation's mechanic shortage reaches crisis levels.
Jets trade Sauce Gardner to Colts in NFL deadline stunner
The New York Jets have traded star cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts in a blockbuster NFL trade deadline deal that has sent shockwaves through the league.
Jerry Jones: Cowboys open to trading any player
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stuns NFL world by revealing he's open to trading key players in dramatic roster shake-up that could redefine America's Team.
US retailers battle worsening coin shortage crisis
American retailers including Giant Eagle and Sheetz are implementing creative solutions as a nationwide coin shortage forces changes to cash transactions.
Germany recruits thousands of Romanian workers in Munich drive
Germany launches unprecedented recruitment campaign in Romania, aiming to fill thousands of skilled positions amid severe labour shortages across key industries.
Knicks Land Bridges in Blockbuster NBA Trade Shakeup
The New York Knicks pull off a stunning trade for Mikal Bridges while Luka Dončić remains with Dallas. Miami and Portland make significant roster moves in dramatic NBA shakeup.
Jets Owner Reveals Why Team Passed on Justin Fields
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson breaks his silence on why the team passed on trading for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields in explosive new revelations.
Blunkett: Skilled Migrants Must Train British Workers
David Blunkett supports groundbreaking proposal requiring skilled migrants to train UK workers, addressing labour shortages while boosting domestic skills - a major shift in immigration policy.
Penguin Bar Shortage Hits UK Supermarkets
Britain faces a sweet crisis as Penguin bars vanish from supermarket shelves following McVitie's decision to pause production, sparking nationwide disappointment and frantic searches.
Titans players available for trade under Callahan
Exclusive: Tennessee Titans make veteran players available for trade as new head coach Brian Callahan begins dramatic roster reconstruction ahead of NFL season.
UK Requires English Test for All Skilled Migrants
The UK government announces tough new English language requirements for skilled migrant workers, sparking debate about border control and workforce impact.
Collingwood delists American Mason Cox in AFL shake-up
The Collingwood Magpies have made the stunning decision to delist American fan favourite Mason Cox, ending the towering ruckman's remarkable eight-year AFL journey.
Knicks' Malcolm Brogdon announces shock NBA retirement
New York Knicks veteran Malcolm Brogdon stuns basketball world with unexpected retirement decision, ending his eight-year NBA career after recent trade from Portland.
UK Government Confirms Medicine Supply Disruption Crisis
Exclusive: The Department of Health reveals ongoing medicine supply issues affecting NHS patients across Britain, with officials working urgently to resolve critical shortages.
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