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ICE hiring spree faces scrutiny over vetting and AI errors
A massive ICE recruitment drive offering $50k bonuses is under fire after an AI blunder and a journalist's undercover application exposed serious vetting flaws. Read the full investigation.
McKinsey uses AI chatbot in graduate recruitment
Consulting giant McKinsey now requires graduate applicants to collaborate with its AI tool, Lilli, during final interviews. Discover how AI competence is becoming a key hiring criterion.
From 'Cosmically Ungifted' to Competent: A Football Journey
After 15 years of loving but struggling with football, a journalist in her mid-30s hires a coach to see if she can finally improve. Discover the mental and physical hurdles of learning a sport as an adult.
AI Firm Harvey Lures City Lawyers with £1m+ Deals
AI startup Harvey is shaking up the legal sector, offering compensation packages exceeding £1 million to attract elite lawyers from Magic Circle firms. Discover how this talent war is reshaping the industry.
Could conscription return to the UK? Experts debate
As the British Army shrinks to its smallest size since Napoleon, experts debate if conscription could return in a major war. Read the full analysis here.
AI Hiring Squeeze Doubles UK Job Applicants
The UK job market faces an AI-driven bottleneck, with applicants per role doubling since 2022. Discover how AI is reshaping hiring and what it means for your career.
Spotify stops running US government ICE recruitment ads
Spotify confirms it is no longer running US Immigration and Customs Enforcement recruitment ads after the Trump administration campaign ended. The move follows artist protests and listener backlash.
Met Police vetting failures let rapists join force
A damning review reveals over 130 Met Police officers, including two serial rapists, committed crimes due to flawed vetting. Read the full report on systemic failures.
Cambridge college urged to drop private school recruitment
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces fierce criticism from alumni and social mobility charities over a policy to actively recruit from elite private schools. Alastair Campbell brands the move a 'departure from reality'.
Expert: ICE Expansion Raises Civil Unrest Risk After Shooting
A UK expert warns Trump's ICE recruitment drive could lead to more incidents like the Renee Good shooting and widespread civil disorder in US cities. Read the full analysis.
Met Police officers 'not properly vetted' in recruitment drive
A damning report reveals thousands of Met Police recruits were not properly vetted amid a national drive to boost numbers, compromising integrity and public trust. Read the full findings.
Met Police Vetting Failures Let Serial Rapists Join Force
A damning review reveals over 5,000 Met Police officers and staff were recruited without proper checks between 2013-2023, allowing predators like David Carrick to remain. Read the full investigation.
Football Clubs Closest to Airport Runways Revealed
Discover which football grounds are just a stone's throw from airport runways, from Gibraltar's Victoria Stadium to Belfast's Oval. Plus, the goal not caught on camera and the longest substitution chain.
Why Scandinavian Women's Football Fell Behind the WSL
Once dominant, Scandinavian clubs now lag behind Europe's elite. We analyse the financial and structural gaps, and ask if Nordic women's football can ever compete again.
Recruitment Firm 'Phoenixism' Costs Taxpayers Millions
An investigation reveals how 'pre-pack' administrations allow directors to shed tax debts and resurrect businesses, costing the exchequer an estimated £840m annually. Read the full analysis.
US law firms lead 2025 London partner hiring surge
US law firms dominated a 21% surge in London partner hires in 2025, driven by private capital. Demand for tech and AI lawyers is set to continue the trend in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Drive for 2,000 New Magistrates to Tackle Court Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy launches a major recruitment drive for 2,000 new magistrates in England and Wales to reduce court delays and speed up justice. Learn about the role and how to apply.
ICE's $100m Recruitment Blitz for Mass Deportations
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement launches a $100m media campaign to hire thousands, offering $50k bonuses and $60k loan forgiveness to meet aggressive 2026 deportation targets.
Job hunters face 11-round interviews as skills testing booms
UK job seekers endure marathon 11-stage interviews as skills-based hiring becomes standard. Experts warn lengthy processes exploit candidates and cost companies top talent. Read the full investigation.
Nigeria top Afcon group, Uganda use three goalkeepers
Nigeria finished the Africa Cup of Nations group stage with a perfect record, beating a 10-man Uganda 3-1. Tanzania also progressed to the last 16 after a dramatic draw with Tunisia.
German Army Launches Major Recruitment Campaign
Facing a new era of threats, Germany's Bundeswehr launches its biggest recruitment drive in decades, aiming to add 80,000 troops. New rules require young men to declare service readiness.
Paid Military Gap Year for UK Under-25s from 2026
From March 2026, UK under-25s can apply for paid military gap year placements. The scheme starts with 150 recruits, aiming for 1,000+ annually. Find out how to get involved.
Military 'gap years' planned to boost UK Armed Forces numbers
The UK government is launching a new paid military gap year scheme for under-25s, offering skills and training without active deployment. Defence Secretary John Healey aims to make military careers part of the national conversation.
UK Military Gap Year Scheme Details Revealed
The UK government unveils its new paid military gap year scheme for under-25s, aiming to boost defence recruitment amid rising global threats. Discover the details and how it works.
Anti-migrant rhetoric deters foreign NHS staff, warns top doctor
A leading medical figure warns the NHS is at risk as overseas doctors and nurses are put off by a 'hostile environment' of racism and anti-immigration rhetoric. Read the full story.
Ghost jobs and AI bots: the bleak new reality of UK job hunting
From fake 'ghost job' ads to AI interviewers, the UK job market has become a soul-destroying maze. Discover why even experienced professionals are struggling to be seen by a human.
EIB bosses stay cautious on hiring despite 2026 boom
Top executives at the European Investment Bank signal a continued hiring freeze for 2025, even as a major dealmaking surge is predicted for 2026. Explore the strategic reasons behind the caution.
London permanent job vacancies fall for eighth month
Permanent hires in London fell for the eighth consecutive month in November, driven by economic uncertainty. Explore the latest KPMG and REC data on salaries and temporary work trends.
Germany Approves Military Service Plan Amid Protests
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
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