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.
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.
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.
San Francisco 49ers receiver Kendrick Bourne was filmed accepting a stack of cash moments before facing the Seattle Seahawks, with huge contract incentives on the line. Discover the unusual pre-game scene.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Father hails son as hero in Bondi Beach terror attack. EU targets Russian shadow fleet, China offers birth incentives, Airbnb fined, and MH370 payout. Read the full global briefing.
A Washington DC high school is paying students £40 weekly to combat chronic absenteeism. The radical scheme aims to tackle a crisis where 38.2% of students miss 10% of school. Discover the impact and controversy.
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.
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.
Australia's Liberal Party plans significant immigration reductions, targeting international students and skilled migrants. The Coalition debates policy design ahead of the next election.
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 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.
Barclays confirms the £2,000 deposit is essential for its £200 switch bonus. Learn how to qualify and potentially get up to £900 in total cash incentives.
Victoria announces groundbreaking legislation to criminalise violence against retail and hospitality staff, with offenders facing up to 10 years in prison. Read about the new protections.
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.
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.
Discover how a stunning Mediterranean island is offering British professionals massive financial incentives to relocate, including cash grants, travel expenses, and sun-drenched remote working opportunities.
Tributes pour in for brave railway employee Darren Sherwood, fatally attacked while shielding commuters during violent knife assault at Huntingdon station.
A railway maintenance worker remains in critical condition after a brutal assault while inspecting tracks near London, sparking nationwide outrage and calls for better worker protection.
UK drivers are witnessing unprecedented electric vehicle price cuts as manufacturers compete fiercely in the September market. Discover which models offer the best value and why now might be the perfect time to switch to electric.
Exclusive: Ministers are reportedly weighing a controversial tax deduction scheme that would reward property owners for clearing buildings, sparking fierce debate among industry experts and environmentalists.
Germany launches unprecedented recruitment campaign in Romania, aiming to fill thousands of skilled positions amid severe labour shortages across key industries.
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.
The UK government announces tough new English language requirements for skilled migrant workers, sparking debate about border control and workforce impact.
Discover how countries worldwide are paying people to relocate, from Italian villages to Swiss towns offering substantial financial packages to boost their populations.
California launches unprecedented campaign to unionise workers across multiple states, sparking fierce debate about workers' rights versus business interests in America's evolving labour landscape.