Skilled Trades Pipeline: DeKalb-area teens (15–19) got “earn while you learn” training in plumbing, electrical, welding, and fabrication through the Heavy Metal Summer Experience, with local partners and apprenticeship exposure. Hiring Pressure & Ethics: A Pune walk-in interview went viral after a recruiter allegedly demanded candidates work unpaid for 6–8 months for a full-time role. AI-First Recruiting: India’s job hunt is shifting as more companies use AI to screen, rank, and schedule candidates—meaning resumes and skills need to match algorithms, not just recruiters. Workplace Monitoring Backlash: Canada’s TD told some employees it will use software to track browser and chat activity to manage performance, raising consent and privacy concerns. PF & Retirement Admin Upgrade: India cleared an 8.25% EPF interest rate for FY 2025–26, with EPFO 3.0 pushing faster, paperless services and UPI/ATM withdrawals. Labor Dispute: Mumbai’s BEST strike entered day two as workers demand an end to contract bus systems and regularization, crippling service attendance. Career Switching Reality Check: A Nigerian nurse influencer warned that without connections, life-science degrees may hurt job prospects—prompting some to pivot into nursing. Accessibility Jobs: Saint John disability advocates are signing up as “accessibility auditors” to reduce barriers using lived experience. Truck Driving Training: Youngstown State University reopened a CDL-focused truck driving school, reporting strong pass rates and fast entry into a high-demand trade.