Workplace compliance in the spotlight (Philippines): The Philippines’ DOLE fined former Ateneo coach Tab Baldwin and Ateneo de Manila University P4.9 million for work-permit violations, citing missing Alien Employment Permits and Certificate of Exemption requirements. AI and hiring shift: A new push is emerging to move beyond resumes as “resume inflation” grows—employers are increasingly looking for portfolios, simulations, and work samples instead of polished CVs. US labor market signal: Fresh US employment data showed job growth cooling and wage pressure easing, while unemployment fell to 4.1%, keeping the debate alive over whether the Fed should tighten further. Youth-to-work gap (Pakistan): A call for stronger internships, career counselling, and industry-university partnerships argues rural students still lack practical experience. Senior employment push (Philippines): Pasay City partnered with KFC to create job opportunities for qualified senior citizens, aiming to keep older workers productive. Unemployment pressure (South Africa): South Africa’s jobless rate climbed to 33.6% in Q2 as more people entered the labor force and employment slipped. Skills-first education (India): MIT University Sikkim is promoting UGC-aligned, job-oriented programmes for the 2026 academic session, betting on faster, industry-ready pathways.