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Lesotho garment workers struggle under Trump tariffs

Exclusive report from Maseru: Trump's 2025 tariffs chill Lesotho's economy, causing layoffs and slashing growth forecasts. Women queue daily for scarce factory work as the vital US trade deal hangs in the balance.

Can youth club revival help the 'anxious generation'?

Journalist Emma Warren explores the devastating impact of austerity on UK youth centres and asks if a new government strategy can save them. Discover the hidden history and vital role of youth workers.

NYO's Shimmer Tour Opens at London's Barbican Hall

The National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain launched its 2026 Shimmer tour at the Barbican with a bracing programme of Debussy, Ravel, and contemporary works. Discover the highlights.

The Birth Keepers: Inside the UK's Doula Empire

An investigation into the unregulated world of UK doulas, known as 'The Birth Keepers', and their growing influence on maternity care. Discover the promises, risks, and the women at the centre of this movement.

Melbourne Crown Casino workers strike on New Year's Eve

Hundreds of Crown Melbourne casino staff will walk out from 10pm to 2am on New Year's Eve, protesting a proposed two-tier pay system. The industrial action threatens to disrupt celebrations. Read the full story.

Debate on UK Sex Work Laws Intensifies as Numbers Rise

Charities report a 76% surge in demand for support as economic hardship pushes more women into sex work, fuelling a fierce national debate on decriminalisation vs. the 'Nordic Model'. Read the full analysis.

AI Drives Young Workers to Construction Trades

As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.

Royal Mail postal workers wear shorts in snow

Discover the practical reason Royal Mail postal workers wear shorts all year, even in freezing weather. It's not about toughness, but temperature regulation during their demanding rounds.

Inside the STI testing clinic for sex workers

A journalist's visit to a Soho sexual health clinic reveals the rigorous, routine testing in the adult industry, challenging the 'dirty' stereotype and highlighting a model for public health.

Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law

Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.

One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals

A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.

Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead

Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.

Australian Skydiving Instructors Strike Over Pay

Skydiving instructors in three Australian states have walked out in a historic strike over pay and conditions, disrupting flights during the busy festive season. Read the full story on the industrial action.

East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week

The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.

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