
Hospitality and education boost US job creation in August
The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, almost triple the expected 56,000, driven by increased employment in restaurants, bars, and local government education.
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The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, almost triple the expected 56,000, driven by increased employment in restaurants, bars, and local government education.

Insurance claims adjusters are overwhelmingly critical of AI, with 98 percent expressing negative views on Glassdoor, citing error-prone tools that increase their workload and contribute to job insecurity.

Bill Gates warns that humanity has already crossed critical danger thresholds for AI's bio, cyber, psychosocial, and job-market-destruction capabilities, expressing shock at the lack of public concern.
Indian students and unemployed youth clashed with police in the eastern state of Bihar, demanding access to government jobs and transparency in recruitment exams.

As more robotaxis hit the road, the fight over the rules governing the technology is intensifying. Taxi drivers, labor unions, and safety advocates have fought autonomous vehicles for years, but now that robotaxis have burst free from the pages of science fiction and onto…

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has announced 344 job vacancies, ranging from BPS-05 to BPS-14. Eligible candidates can apply through the National Police Foundation – Testing & Assessment Service (NPFTAS) online recruitment portal.

Pakistan Rangers Punjab has announced 964 vacancies for 2026, offering eligible Pakistani citizens an opportunity to join the force. The recruitment drive includes positions for Sepoy General Duty (BPS-05) with vacancies distributed among different regions under the appli…

Indian students worry universities are not keeping pace with a fast-changing job market, where employers increasingly value practical skills, adaptability and AI literacy. Students are taking greater responsibility for their own futures, whether that means going outside t…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching lessons for competitive exams and plans to train millions of youth in AI tools, in an effort to ease financial burdens on families and provide job opportunities.

The Ministry of Defence has opened up 600 contract-based job vacancies across various positions in Pakistan.

More than 317,000 Pakistanis left the country for overseas employment in the first six months of 2026, driven by economic instability, repeated internet shutdowns, rising unemployment, and inflation that continues eroding purchasing power across every income bracket.
Valdecarros, the largest neighborhood to be built in Europe with 50,000 houses: 'The first promotions will begin in early 2027'
Valdecarros, a neighborhood in Madrid, is set to become the largest in Europe with 50,000 houses. The first promotions are expected to begin in early 2027, with the first homes to be delivered in 2029. The project has been delayed due to various obstacles, including the e…
Tiger Beer employees are preparing for a bittersweet final brew as the company relocates its operations abroad. The decision was driven by ageing brewing and packaging equipment at the Tuas facility, which would cost about as much as building a new brewery in Singapore. A…

The US has tightened its H1B visa rules, which will have a significant impact on Indian techies. The new rules will make it more difficult for Indian companies to hire foreign workers, and may lead to job losses for Indian techies working in the US.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced recruitment for 11,403 Clerk positions across India, with 1,414 vacancies allocated for Karnataka. Applications are open from August 1 to August 21.

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Boeing's 737 Max 7 plane long-awaited certification after a thorough review that lasted nearly a decade. The certification comes after the FAA completed a detailed review of the plane's design and safety studies.

Kalshi traders think the July jobs number will come in below economists' consensus estimates, with a 47% chance of more than 80,000 jobs added in the month.
Jay, Maine, is the only town in the state to support a data center, despite 70% of Americans opposing such construction. The town's leaders have lobbied the governor to preserve the project, citing the potential for 125 jobs and the site's existing infrastructure.

The Guangzhou Municipal Government has released the second batch of allocation-type housing projects, with 1934 units available for purchase starting August 10. The projects are located in the Leogang and Garden, City Junyue, and Wenglu Garden areas, with a total of 1597,…
The Workers’ Party will table a motion in Parliament on Aug 4 to set out its vision for Singapore’s economy and respond to the Government’s economic plans. The motion will cover themes including innovation, the cost of doing business, jobs and helping Singapore’s business…

The Punjab Masstransit Authority (PMA) has opened applications for several new positions in Lahore and Rawalpindi, creating employment opportunities for both experienced professionals and qualified drivers. The latest recruitment campaign includes management, IT and trans…

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says ongoing investment in nuclear submarines will protect Britain for decades to come and support 47,000 jobs and apprenticeships.

A report by the Department for Transport shows that expanding Heathrow airport will take thousands of jobs from other regions of the UK, including almost 10,000 from the West Midlands alone.

The Punjab Education, Curriculum, Training and Assessment Authority (PECTAA) has announced multiple Deputy Director vacancies for qualified and experienced professionals. The jobs are available in administration, human resources, legal affairs, procurement, research, curr…

A new report by the National Cryptocurrency Association and the Pragmatic Policy Group reveals that while only 34,000 people are employed by crypto companies, the industry will contribute $55 billion in 2026 to the U.S. economy.
Brandenburg's Transport Minister Robert Crumbach has stated that further deregulation in regional transport is possible, but emphasized that existing services will be secured. He also ruled out taktverdichtungen on certain routes and major service cuts.

United Bank Limited (UBL) has announced multiple job openings for experienced professionals across various departments, including banking, finance, technology, data analytics, compliance, governance, and risk management.

Meezan Bank Limited has announced new employment opportunities for fresh graduates under its Relationship Associate – Credits (Commercial & SME) hiring program for 2026. The recruitment drive aims to attract talented young professionals interested in building a career in …

The UK government has nationalized British Steel to protect 2,700 jobs and secure domestic steel production, supply chains, and national security. This intervention comes as the UK economy saw a modest 0.1% growth in May.

Germany is hiring nurses from different countries, including Pakistan. Pakistani nurses must get their qualifications recognised by German authorities before working in Germany.