Philippines Investment Push: President Marcos Jr. backed iSON Group’s $75M plan to expand agri-tech, digital healthcare and BPO, targeting about 2,000 jobs. Wage Growth for Switchers: ADP and Atlanta Fed data show job changers are seeing bigger pay gains than stayers, even in a softer hiring market. Public Sector Cost Debate: New Zealand’s redundancy payouts may blunt savings from public job cuts, as unions warn the “net” math ignores real costs. Teacher Hiring Clarity: DepEd-Davao says there’s no stop-hiring order for teachers; recruitment continues via existing vacancies and pipelines. AI and Work Anxiety: New reporting and commentary highlight rising concern about AI’s impact on jobs and disclosure risks tied to AI safety warnings. Unpaid Pensions Crackdown (South Africa): Regulators move against employers sitting on retirement contributions owed to about 590,000 members. Workplace Harassment & Abuse: Cases from the UK and Colombia spotlight staff mistreatment and misconduct, raising pressure on HR and accountability. Tech Hiring Outlook (US): BLS projections flag AI-driven declines for some office support roles, while healthcare and tech lead growth. Remote Work Hiring (Belize): Halo BPO recruits remote sales agents with specific equipment and internet requirements. Corporate Layoffs: Ruiz Foods plans 176 job cuts at its Dinuba plant as it shifts to a five-day schedule.