Workplace hangovers cost UK economy £1.4 billion
As Christmas parties begin, new data reveals the staggering £1.4bn cost of workplace hangovers and widespread substance misuse. Discover how UK employers are tackling this crisis.
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Apprentice, 15, dies after air hose workplace prank
A teenage apprentice has died after coworkers forced a high-pressure air hose into his body during a workplace 'joke'. The tragic incident highlights the dangers of compressed air misuse.
Centrelink pays £33k to ex-staff over mental health resignation
A former Centrelink employee wins £33,000 compensation after being forced to resign during mental health crisis. Read the full Fair Work Commission ruling details.
1 in 4 UK pet owners take animals to work
New research exposes Britain's workplace revolution as millions of employees now bring their furry companions to the office, with dogs dominating the trend.
UK Government Launches Workplace Sickness Review
The British government has initiated a comprehensive independent review to tackle the growing workplace sickness absence crisis, with potential reforms to the controversial 'fit note' system and support for long-term ill employees.
Gen Z's Office Frog Trend Takes UK Workplaces By Storm
Discover why young professionals are striking unusual frog-like poses in offices across the UK, and what this viral trend reveals about modern workplace culture.
Why hugging is becoming essential in UK workplaces
Discover how British professionals are embracing workplace hugging as a tool for wellbeing and productivity, and why this surprising trend is transforming corporate culture across the UK.
Office Traitors: How BBC Show Mirrors Workplace Betrayals
The psychology behind BBC's 'The Traitors' reveals uncomfortable truths about office politics, backstabbing colleagues, and the emotional toll of workplace deception in British corporate culture.
Brexit Worsens UK Productivity Gap, Threatens Budget
New analysis reveals Britain's productivity has fallen further behind EU rivals since Brexit, creating a £60bn economic black hole that threatens Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget plans.
Indian uni demands period proof from female staff
A prestigious Indian university has sparked fury after demanding female employees provide photographic evidence of their sanitary pads when complaining of period-related fatigue, in a controversial new attendance policy.
Workplace Habits That Make Colleagues Dislike You
Career expert reveals the common workplace behaviours that make colleagues dislike you - from energy vampires to credit stealers. Discover how to identify and eliminate these toxic traits.
CBS News faces internal complaint between journalists
Exclusive: CBS News confronts fresh controversy as correspondent Michelle Miller files formal complaint against veteran anchor Dana Jacobson, alleging toxic workplace behaviour and raising questions about newsroom culture at the prestigious network.
Australian employers warned over illegal office return mandates
Australian businesses are facing a workplace revolution as new legal guidelines reveal that mandating office returns without proper consultation may constitute unlawful discrimination. Discover what employers must know to avoid costly legal battles.
Texas funeral worker crushed to death by burial vault
A 47-year-old funeral home employee has died in a devastating workplace incident after being crushed by a heavy burial vault at a Texas cemetery. The tragic accident has sparked safety investigations.
Amazon Faces Discrimination Lawsuit Over Racist Work Environment
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission files lawsuit against Amazon, alleging Black and Hispanic workers faced systemic discrimination and retaliation at New York and Colorado facilities.
Texas funeral worker crushed to death in workplace accident
A devastating workplace accident at a Texas funeral home has claimed the life of a 47-year-old employee who was fatally crushed by equipment. The incident has sparked investigations and raised serious safety concerns.
996 Work Culture: Global Burnout Crisis
Explore the global spread of China's controversial '996' working culture and its devastating impact on employee wellbeing, productivity, and work-life balance across industries.
Gen Z Using AI for Office Communication, Study Finds
Shocking new research shows Generation Z workers are increasingly relying on AI tools to communicate with colleagues, raising concerns about workplace authenticity and social skills development.
Tradie survives being impaled by steel rod at Gosford wharf
A Central Coast tradesman cheats death after being impaled by a steel rod in a workplace accident at Gosford waterfront. Emergency services perform dramatic rescue operation.
Goop's toxic workplace allegations shock wellness industry
The wellness brand founded by Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow is under scrutiny following disturbing claims of a toxic work environment and employee burnout at its London operations.
Tennessee Bomb Factory Fire Kills 18 Workers
Exclusive investigation uncovers catastrophic safety breaches at Tennessee explosives plant where 18 workers perished in devastating fire. The tragedy exposes alarming workplace conditions that turned factory into death trap.
Hangover Sickies Cost UK £4 Billion Annually
New research reveals how post-drinking sick days are costing the UK economy billions annually, with younger workers most affected by alcohol-related absenteeism.
Gen Z's TikTok and AI Revolution in UK Workplaces
Young British workers are using TikTok tutorials and AI tools like ChatGPT to outperform experienced colleagues, creating a new digital skills gap in offices across the UK.
Firms pay staff extra for good behaviour in UK
British businesses are implementing controversial 'behavioural bonuses' where employees earn extra cash for workplace conduct, punctuality, and team collaboration.
Raw Dogging: Gen Z's Secret To Ultimate Focus
Discover how young Britons are ditching digital distractions for extreme concentration marathons in a surprising movement reclaiming attention spans.
Dopamine Detox: TikTok's Viral Brain Reset Trend
Exploring the science behind dopamine detoxing, the social media phenomenon sweeping the UK that claims to combat digital addiction and boost mental focus.
Workplace Hangovers Cost UK Economy £1.2 Billion
Groundbreaking research exposes how workplace hangovers are costing British businesses billions annually, with younger employees most affected by productivity losses.
'Nutter' workplace remark ruled as harassment in tribunal
A senior manager's description of a colleague as a 'nutter' has been formally classified as harassment in a groundbreaking employment tribunal ruling that redefines workplace conduct standards.
Widow: Husband's workplace death was 'avoidable'
Exclusive: A grieving widow speaks out after her husband was killed in a preventable work accident, with a coroner ruling serious safety failures contributed to his death.
Deloitte's 4-day week trial boosts productivity 20%
Exclusive: Deloitte's Australian arm reports remarkable 20% productivity surge and significant wellbeing improvements in groundbreaking four-day work week experiment.
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