Global youth unemployment rises amid sluggish job creation and looming AI risk, UN labour agency says
World 13:33 12/08/2026Global youth unemployment increased in 2025 as weaker economic growth, geopolitical tensions and sluggish job creation made it harder for young people to find work, the International Labour Organization said on Wednesday, warning that AI could add to mounting labour market pressures.
Italy's fashion brands sign accord to fight worker exploitation
World 11:06 27/05/2025MILAN - Italian legal and political authorities, fashion industry bodies and trade unions signed an action plan on Monday to fight worker exploitation in the apparel and accessories supply chain, after prosecutors uncovered widespread abuse.