AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHoliday Pay Rules: Philippines’ Labor Department set “no work, no pay” for Ninoy Aquino Day (Aug. 21) with premium pay for work and overtime, and outlined holiday pay conditions for Aug. 31. Workplace Conduct & HR Risk: Malaysia’s MARA suspended a staff member over alleged sexual harassment involving at least eight students, citing a need for an interference-free investigation. AI in Hiring/HR: San Francisco’s AI-run store fired a human worker for lateness (17 of 23 shifts), raising fresh questions about how algorithmic managers handle discipline. Industrial Layoffs: Germany’s auto sector shed 42,300 jobs in six months, pushing employment to the lowest since 2005. Public Sector Jobs & Pay: Himachal Pradesh announced doctors won’t retire until March 31, 2027, plus arrears and incentive hikes for healthcare and Class IV staff. Job Market Scams: US experts warn job seekers about fake text-message offers that push victims to share personal data. Local Services Cuts: Long Beach, California, is considering closing five library branches on Mondays and cutting 14 jobs, including teen and mental health roles. Youth Employment Promises: Bihar’s Bankipur MLA Prashant Kishor pledged 10,000 private jobs for educated youths, asking for biodata submissions.
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