Some CEOs say work-life balance is a myth. Others swear it’s a key to their success. Glassdoor CEO Christian Sutherland-Wong is in the latter category. He worked his way up from vice president of product in 2015 to leading the jobs website in 2020. With more than 500 employees under his leadership, he says he
Australia has enacted a nationwide ban on social media for those under 16, aimed at protecting young people’s mental health. The law mandates age verification, imposes hefty fines for non-compliance, and provides a one-year implementation period for platforms like Facebook and Instagram to adapt. Australia has made history by becoming the first country to implement
Overcoming bias against individuals with disabilities in corporate India isn’t just about ticking boxes or following policies; it’s about changing our mindset and how we approach inclusivity. Even though the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act covers 21 different disabilities, many people aren’t aware of what it entails, which can lead to misunderstandings and biases.
Germans are experiencing a frenzy over pistachio-filled chocolate bars, with their popularity reaching unprecedented levels. The demand is so high that these chocolate bars are being sold for more than 100 euros ($104) online, leading to desperate attempts to get them. Recently, customs officials apprehended a 31-year-old individual attempting to bring 45 kilograms of these
The CEO and co-founder of the popular Indian food delivery and restaurant aggregator app Zomato, Deepinder Goyal, generated a buzz on all over social media on November 20 when he announced a special position for Chief of Staff. However, the position has an unusual requirement: the selected individual will have to pay a Rs 20
Cirque du Soleil will kick off its first permanent European show next year in Berlin’s central Potsdamer Platz, the Canadian circus company announced recently, promising a production that would push the boundaries of the imagination. The show, called ‘Alize’, will require the Theater at Potsdamer Platz, which hosts scores of celebrities during February’s Berlin Film
A US-based CEO has come under fire for dismissing 99 employees through a harsh Slack message. The mass firing, triggered by employees failing to attend a company meeting, has sparked outrage and speculation online. The incident gained traction after an intern shared the CEO’s fiery message on Reddit. The intern, who had only joined the
Netflix said on Saturday that 60 million households worldwide had tuned in for the highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, and the event peaked at 65 million streams, according to a statement. The bout between the 27-year-old social media influencer-turned-prize fighter Paul and the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion Tyson, which Paul
Calgary’s urban tree canopy is to receive a nearly $61m funding boost following an agreement between the City of Calgary and the Government of Canada as part of its 2 Billion Trees (2BT) programme. The funding will result in 930,000 new trees planted in the city, helping to maximise canopy expansion and provide equitable access
Office design firm Peldon Rose surveyed 1,000 UK adults who work from the office at least one day a week, asking how they feel about office work and what employers can do to make the office more appealing. Of those asked, 61% said they wished for a better atmosphere and 56% said they would work
