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Bank of England warns of AI job losses

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warns AI could displace UK jobs on a scale similar to the Industrial Revolution. Discover which roles are most at risk and the crucial need for skills training.

US Companies Break Holiday Layoff Taboo Amid AI Push

The long-standing corporate taboo of holiday season layoffs is being shattered as US firms embrace cost-cutting and AI-driven workforce reductions, creating a chilling new trend in employment practices.

Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts

As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.

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.

Woolworths slammed over 'dystopian' job application process

A young job seeker's shocking experience with Woolworths' automated hiring system has gone viral, revealing what critics call a 'dehumanising' and overly complex application process that's leaving applicants frustrated and empty-handed.

Texas University slashes liberal arts in major overhaul

The University of Texas at Austin announces sweeping cuts to liberal arts programmes, eliminating dozens of departments including philosophy and literature in a controversial shift toward vocational education.

University strike threat over pay could lock students out

British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.

Oxford Tops Global University Rankings 2024

Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.

Pro-Palestinian student protests sweep UK universities

Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.

5 CV Blunders That Cost You Dream Jobs

Career specialists uncover the most common CV mistakes that instantly turn off employers and share simple fixes to make your application stand out in today's competitive job market.

University blunder led to student's tragic death

Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.

UK's Most Hated Job Revealed in New Survey

A new survey uncovers the profession with the lowest happiness levels in Britain, citing stress, lack of appreciation, and demanding conditions as key reasons for employee dissatisfaction.

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.

UK Physics Crisis: 25% of Departments Face Closure

A major new survey by the Institute of Physics uncovers a severe crisis, with 25% of UK university physics departments at risk of shutting down due to funding shortfalls and falling student numbers, threatening the nation's scientific future.

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.

UTS axes teacher education, slashes 1000+ subjects

The University of Technology Sydney is closing its renowned teacher education programme and cutting over 1000 subjects in a drastic overhaul, citing financial pressures and a shift towards 'future-focused' disciplines.

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