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College students can now contribute directly to NASA's Artemis lunar missions through hands-on internships, design challenges, and real spacecraft projects. The opportunities prepare tomorrow's space workforce while shaping humanity's return to the Moon.
State leaders across America are launching major initiatives to create good-paying jobs and train workers for in-demand careers. From California to New York, governors are putting workforce development at the center of their 2026 agendas.
A Tennessee utility company is teaming up with a local university to train the next generation of quantum computing professionals. The partnership aims to fuel both economic growth and career opportunities in one of tech's hottest fields.
A new United Nations report reveals how shifting the narrative around aging could unlock trillion-dollar economic opportunities and improve wellbeing for millions. The way we talk about getting older shapes everything from public policy to how people view their own futures.
Kenya's new African Centre for Health Workforce Initiative is already showing results after just six months, bringing the country closer to quality healthcare for all. Leaders met this week to celebrate progress and plan the next phase of training more skilled health workers.
Women in Saudi Arabia are transforming one of the world's most male-dominated industries, jumping from 17% to 35% of the workforce since 2017. From quarry floors to mega-project management, they're reshaping how construction teams collaborate and build the future.
Solar power now employs nearly half of all renewable energy workers worldwide, proving the industry isn't just good for the planet but creating millions of careers. Despite challenges, the sector continues powering a human workforce revolution alongside its energy one.
Women now make up nearly a quarter of South Korea's science and technology workforce, marking five consecutive years of growth in a field traditionally dominated by men. The latest survey shows progress across every measure, from new hires to leadership roles.
New research shows that offering remote work options helped Ghanaian women struggling with anxiety and depression enter the job market. Once working from home, their mental health didn't affect their productivity or earnings at all.
Florida just became the nation's top state for workforce education, reaching its ambitious goal a full five years ahead of schedule. More than 818,000 students are now learning skills that lead straight to good-paying jobs.
Nearly 4 million immigrant workers drive Texas' economy forward, contributing over $225 billion in personal income each year while making up a quarter of the state's entire workforce. A new report reveals how deeply woven these workers are into the fabric of Texas communities, from construction sites to family dinner tables.
At a major tech conference in India, women executives shared how they're making artificial intelligence accessible to all workers while creating leadership opportunities for women in emerging AI roles.
In India's Unnao district, a traditional embroidery cluster is thriving with women making up 60% of its workforce, transforming ancient zari-zardozi craft into a modern success story. A new government-supported facility is helping 35 artisans turn intricate threadwork into sustainable livelihoods.
Nearly one in four Houston residents is foreign-born, and they're not just living there—they're building it. New data reveals how immigrant workers are driving explosive growth across every major industry in America's fourth-largest city.
Rockwell Automation is powering Saudi Arabia's first car manufacturing plant with advanced software while training local workers to build electric vehicles. The partnership supports Lucid's new EV facility and the Kingdom's Vision 2030 development goals.
South Africa's startup scene is getting a green makeover as cleantech innovation emerges as a major growth sector. The Technology Innovation Agency is helping entrepreneurs turn environmental challenges into business opportunities.
Businesses are racing to adopt autonomous AI systems, but smart companies see a golden opportunity in building the safety frameworks everyone needs. A new survey reveals the gap—and the growth potential.
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In South Africa's Western Cape, where 60% of young people can't find work, a new approach is treating gangs as economic competitors and winning young lives back with jobs, mentorship, and purpose. Programs providing 100,000 entry-level positions prove legitimate opportunities can outcompete crime.
Elsewedy Electric is opening doors for Saudi women across engineering, tech, and factory roles as part of Vision 2030. The company now employs women in 11 different departments and plans to expand into leadership positions.
Kentucky middle schoolers will soon explore nuclear energy careers through hands-on learning, thanks to a $1.9 million grant transforming Paducah's Innovation Hub into a regional STEM center. The program aims to prepare rural students for high-tech jobs waiting in their own backyard.
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