The move comes as many other European countries have imposed heat protections for workers but the US has largely resisted federal rules.
World of HR: Greece limits outdoor work amid heat wave
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WeWork’s partnership with ClassPass highlights interest in mixing work with wellness
The embattled coworking company is betting it can capitalize on ClassPass’s hybrid and remote user base.
Everything’s bigger in Texas, except the scope of its new AI law
Texas approved a new law to regulate AI tech, but it lacks the teeth of other notable AI regs.
HR pros reflect on SHRM distancing itself from ‘equity’ one year later
Tensions remain high over the controversial move.
Biden reflects on leadership values and empathy in SHRM closing session
“Real leadership is all about getting personal” with employees, the former President told attendees.
Dispatches from SHRM25: Attendees share their thoughts about the HR org’s annual conference
As attendees bustled about the San Diego Convention Center, HR Brew chatted with a few to get their take.
The top three issues HR pros must tackle, according to SHRM’s CEO
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. said HR pros have a “monster year” ahead of them but can stay ahead by addressing the problems he identified.
Fear and uncertainty are leading to unfinished work
HR has a strong role to play in helping their workforce through this time.
Teen unemployment is on the rise. Here’s why that matters for employers.
While the overall unemployment rate has remained relatively stable over the last year, joblessness for 16-to-19-year-olds rose 17% in that same period.
Employment outlook for Q3 dips as employers face economic uncertainty
Getting caught up in the turmoil comes with its own ramifications, one expert tells HR Brew.
More states are requiring employers to provide paid leave for family, medical reasons
A growing number of states have passed laws granting PTO to workers dealing with a family or medical event in recent years.
How DEI has changed the first half of 2025
Employers are navigating political pressure as many roll back DEI programming.
How HR can lead in a ‘people-and-machine world’
Kent McMillan, author of ‘Rethinking Operating Models’ shares tips on how employers should adapt amid the constantly changing tech landscape.
Supreme Court rules against retiree who sued over healthcare benefits
This ADA ruling might give employers more leeway when making changes to retiree benefits.
Record high reached for workplace discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims
Here’s how HR missed the mark but can fix it.
Legislative lowdown: Florida noncompete bill would significantly expand employers’ rights
The bill would allow employers and workers to enter into noncompete agreements for a longer period of time, and require courts to enforce them.