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Australian companies are bringing dogs to work with science-backed results: 24% lower risk of early death and stronger workplace connections. New policies show how to balance wellbeing perks with safety and inclusion.
Four decades after Japan's equal employment law took effect, businesses are building on their progress with stronger protections against workplace harassment. Companies now face new expectations to maintain respectful relationships not just between employees, but with customers and job applicants too.
A simple workplace intervention shows real promise for reducing alcohol consumption. Japanese researchers found that giving employees just one case of nonalcoholic drinks led to measurably lower drinking for up to a month.
Nearly nine in 10 Nigerians support women leading major companies, revealing attitudes have shifted far ahead of institutions. The nation's leadership readiness score climbed to 59 in 2025, but workplace equality perceptions dropped sharply.
Companies with honest cultures see 20% better financial performance, but only 19% of employees trust their leaders tell the truth. Five practical strategies can help bridge that gap and create workplaces where honesty thrives.
Uganda is becoming one of the first African nations to officially recognize workplace stress, burnout, and harassment as occupational safety issues. This policy shift could protect millions of workers while boosting national productivity.
Business leaders who experienced natural disasters as children create workplaces with 24% fewer injuries, revealing how early adversity shapes compassionate leadership. A decade-long study of over 500 CEOs shows childhood experiences can translate into safer environments for millions of workers.
Employees across the UAE will soon have access to personalized health support combining AI technology, mental health care, and precision medicine. The new program aims to transform workplace wellness from reactive treatment to preventive care.
Vietnamese financial services company F88 earned recognition as one of the country's top three workplaces, with 94% of employees calling it a great place to work. The company promotes 90% of its managers from frontline positions, proving career growth isn't just a promise.
A massive 60-year study analyzing nearly 800,000 workers just revealed the single biggest cause of workplace stress, and it's surprisingly fixable. Researchers found that unclear job expectations cause more burnout than even overwhelming workloads.
Workplace stress doesn't have to be overwhelming. Experts share six proven, simple actions anyone can use today to feel calmer and more in control at work.
A new approach to children's advocacy in California shows how smart strategy beats pure charity. By spending just 10% on policy work instead of only direct services, organizations unlocked billions in public funding for kids.
Over 170 million women worldwide just got a victory in the fight for better healthcare. After more than a decade of advocacy, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed to better reflect what the condition actually does to the body.
A workplace safety program in China is proving that empowering frontline workers to identify hazards doesn't just save lives—it boosts productivity too. Over 16,000 worker suggestions have led to dramatic safety improvements across participating companies.
Three HR professionals defied industry pressure to create Spotify's top-ranked HR podcast by sharing real workplace stories. Their honest approach built massive audiences and multiple thriving businesses.
A groundbreaking book reframes gender inequality at work as a structural problem, not a women's problem. Australian researcher Cordelia Fine reveals why current diversity efforts fail and what actually works.
When journalist Tony Jackman faced a sudden heart condition requiring surgery, his employer's response proved how workplaces can get kindness right. Daily Maverick told him to stop working entirely until he fully recovers.
Prince Harry is headlining a mental health summit in Melbourne, bringing his advocacy work to Australian leaders and changemakers. The visit includes honoring Indigenous heritage and supporting workplace wellness initiatives.
Anthropic just made working with AI smoother by letting Claude users access their favorite workplace tools right inside the chatbot. Now you can send Slack messages, design graphics, and manage files without jumping between apps.
British Columbia became the second Canadian province to cover menopause hormone therapy, a breakthrough that could help thousands of women access life-changing treatment. The victory comes after years of advocacy from women who struggled in silence with debilitating symptoms their doctors didn't recognize.
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