Slack continues to build in jobs market but employers look to ‘green shoots’ August 8, 2024 The survey pointed to a subdued demand for staff as a key reason for the decline in permanent placements, which extended the downturn to nearly two years.
FCA: Pension schemes to be rated on new traffic light system in bid to boost returns August 8, 2024 The plans will see schemes rated publicly on a range of metrics, including investment performance and service quality, rather than just focusing on costs and charges.
Is the real Airbnb hell about to begin? August 8, 2024 A site called airbnbhell.com, a rabbit hole of “uncensored” stories of host and guest experiences, reveals detailed anecdotes ranging from pet problems and parties, to discrimination and fraud. It is no longer an active site but the holiday home rental app had a hell of its own on Wednesday when shares plunged 16 per cent [...]
Why your office desk posture can affect your health – and how to fix it August 8, 2024 Core LDN founder and physiotherapist Claire Mills fuses physio with Pilates - but how can this support weary City office workers' strained joints and mental health?
It’s impossible to understand the riots without discussing austerity August 8, 2024 The UK has forgotten the lessons of the Marshall Plan. Poverty breeds extremism, says Sam Fowles
All the best offices are embracing the Great Outdoors (so leave HSBC alone) August 8, 2024 From smoking den to outdoor zen – offices are embracing green spaces, says Lucy Arthur
Feeling like a hero for coming to work while sick? Well, you’re not August 8, 2024 You might feel like a hero for battling through a cold, but there's a hidden cost for your company and the economy, writes Paul Schreier
Are you at risk with your current personal trainer? August 7, 2024 The Skills Gap Report by leading awarding organisation Active IQ, reveal that a staggering 65 per cent of fitness professionals have observed their peers putting clients at risk.
Reeves: UK pension funds should follow Canadian model to ‘unlock billions’ August 7, 2024 Rachel Reeves wants UK pension funds to “unlock billions” in investment and deliver for British savers by following the Canadian model.
Disney hikes prices of its streaming services as profit booms August 7, 2024 Disney beat expectations in its third quarter revenue and earnings, swinging back from heavy losses as it hiked its streaming services prices. Pre-tax profit soared to $3.1bn (£2.4bn) in the third quarter, up from losses of $134m (£105m) the previous year. The company’s streaming business turned profitable for the first time, buoyed by the success [...]
