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Countries ban recruitment fees, more needs to be done: ILO

October 8, 2024

A report by the International Labour Organization looked into the use of recruitment fees. Separately, some large firms such as Apple are attacking the problem.

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The story behind the 20% jobless rate

October 8, 2024

El Centro posted the highest unemployment rate among US metro areas. Officials cite the reasons for the statistic.

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Jury finds bias in Cognizant’s treatment of non-Indian workers

October 8, 2024

A Cognizant spokesperson told Bloomberg that the company was disappointed with the verdict and plans to appeal.

US staffing hours hold steady at highest level to date: SIA | Bullhorn Staffing Indicator

October 8, 2024

Economists are projecting solid growth and watching for signs of an uptick in demand for temporary staffing.

Massachusetts staffing firm receives citation over sick leave law

October 8, 2024

Staffing provider Tesco must pay $365,000, the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office announced.

Raising pay OK if it gets workers in the office, execs say

October 7, 2024

Survey data shows 66% of hiring managers would increase salaries to get workers in the office for jobs that could otherwise be worked remotely, according to Robert Half.

Employment index trends downward, though jobs picture is strong

October 7, 2024

“Despite falling steadily from its peak, the Employment Trends Index remains around 2018-19 levels,” an economist at The Conference Board said in a press release.