Secret Santa Disasters: When Office Gifts Go Wrong
Secret Santa gifts meant for festive fun can backfire spectacularly. We explore disastrous office gift exchanges, from cruel notes to inappropriate presents, and the lasting impact they can have.
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Gen Z's workplace anxieties revealed in new UK study
A new UK study reveals Gen Z's workplace fears: telephobia, small talk & early starts. Experts share survival tips for younger workers to thrive in the office. Read the guide now.
AI Could Give UK Workers Half Their Day Back
A new study finds AI could save UK office workers 48% of their day. Discover how this digital labour shift is reshaping work and the £159bn investment at stake.
Firefighter wins £40k payout over diary snooping case
A firefighter forced out of her job after a colleague read her private diary wins a £42,853 tribunal payout for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. Read the full story.
Gen Z Leadership: Less Control, More Clarity
EDHEC's Genevieve Houriet Segard reveals what Gen Z expects from a good boss: transparency, trust, and purpose. Learn how to manage young professionals effectively.
Experts Redefine 'Feminised Work' in Modern Economy
Academics from the University of Southern Denmark argue a feminist view shows pay and conditions are tied to gender definitions. They challenge right-wing narratives, urging for equitable change.
Entertainment Guide: Sydney Sweeney, Sabaton & Neil Young
Discover what's on this week, from Sydney Sweeney's boxing biopic Christy to Sabaton's arena tour and a Neil Young album reissue. Your complete guide to UK culture.
David Young, linguistics author and Welsh lover, dies at 94
Remembering David Young, the linguistics scholar whose grammar books are used worldwide and whose passion for Wales defined his long retirement in Usk. Discover his remarkable life and legacy.
Amazon workers protest AI rollout threatening jobs and climate
More than 1,000 Amazon employees warn rapid AI adoption threatens employment and environmental goals. Discover their demands for sustainable technology implementation.
London Zoo boss quits over workplace behaviour probe
Matthew Gould, former diplomat and London Zoo CEO, resigns following investigation into 'unacceptable workplace behaviour'. Exclusive details on the leadership shakeup.
UK Christmas Culture Guide 2024: Top Events
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
WTW in talks to buy NatWest pensions unit Cushon
Pensions giant WTW is the frontrunner to buy Cushon from NatWest. The deal would see the £3.7bn workplace pensions platform change hands. Read the full story.
Pearly Kings & Queens: 150 Years of London Charity
Discover how London's iconic Pearly Kings and Queens are celebrating their 150th anniversary while maintaining their vital charity work and traditions for future generations.
Beth Howard's pie empire built from burnout and grief
Cookbook author Beth Howard left tech burnout to master pie-making, becoming Hollywood's baker and creating documentary Pieowa about pie's unifying power. Discover her inspiring story.
Modern Thanksgiving: Tradition and Meaning in the UK
Explore how Thanksgiving resonates in the UK, balancing commercial cynicism with genuine connection through food and tradition. Discover why this American holiday matters.
Gender Pay Gap Worsens Among Executives
Australia's gender pay gap narrows to 21.1%, but women CEOs face a $185,335 pay disparity. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and the path to progress.
Nurse suspended for racist and ageist abuse
A senior nurse at St Mary's Hospital has been suspended for 12 months after a tribunal found she bullied a colleague with racist and ageist insults. Discover the full details of the case.
Fail Watching: Gen Z's Workplace Schadenfreude
34% of Gen Z admit to 'fail watching' - secretly enjoying colleagues' mistakes. Experts reveal why competitive job markets and social media fuel this workplace phenomenon.
How snacks conquered Britain's restaurants
Discover how creative snack menus are transforming dining experiences across UK restaurants, from cheese puffs to tuna eclairs. Explore this delicious trend today!
NBA Dress Code's 20-Year Fashion Revolution
How the NBA's controversial 2005 dress code sparked a global fashion revolution rather than suppressing player expression. Discover the journey from protest to runway.
BBC grilled over leaked memo in Commons committee
BBC executives face tough questioning from MPs about leaked internal memo that prompted senior resignations. Read the full investigation into the corporation's impartiality crisis.
LA's First Bakery Half-Marathon Walk Succeeds
Los Angeles' inaugural bakery half-marathon walk brought together 50 participants for a 7-hour pastry crawl through Pasadena and Highland Park, combating loneliness through community.
Debunking the 'Feminised Workplace' Crisis Myth
New report reveals 88% of UK men feel pressured to be breadwinners, exposing the real crisis in male identity, not a feminised workplace. Read the full analysis.
Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
Gallus in Weegieland Review: Glasgow Theatre Success
Read our review of Gallus in Weegieland at Glasgow's Tron Theatre - a vibrant celebration of Glasgow culture and humour that's captivating audiences.
Matt Smith's Bunny Munro & Wicked Finale Lead Culture
From Matt Smith's brilliant turn in Nick Cave's The Death of Bunny Munro to Wicked: For Good's spectacular conclusion - your essential guide to this week's must-see culture.
Pope Leo XIV's Cultural Leadership in the Arts
Pope Leo XIV emerges as an unexpected patron of culture, advocating for meaningful art over algorithmic content in a historic Vatican meeting with film industry leaders.
Six Essential Weekend Reads: Tech, Politics & Culture
Discover six compelling stories from The Guardian this weekend, covering tech billionaires, UK politics, food culture, historical scandals, generational workplace dynamics, and gaming nostalgia.
Sailor revives traditional canoe building in New Caledonia
Activist Aile Tikoure leads project reviving indigenous Kanak maritime heritage through traditional canoe building, reconnecting communities with ocean rights and cultural identity.
Farm worker dies in machinery accident at Cumbria farm
A 61-year-old farm worker was strangled after his clothes got caught in an unguarded hen feeder. His family says a 50p screw could have saved his life. Read the full investigation.
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