AI in HR Tools: Omni HR launched a native MCP integration letting AI assistants (like Claude, ChatGPT and Cursor) read and act on live HR data inside Omni, with actions limited to each user’s existing permissions and no connector-level data storage—aimed at boosting trust where HR leaders say fragmented data undermines confidence. Workforce Planning with AI: Indonesia’s Manpower Ministry says it’s using AI to map labor needs, spot competency gaps and build training plans that match industry demand, stressing the real challenge is keeping HR readiness aligned with fast-changing sectors. Skills Pipeline Push: John Crane marked World Youth Skills Day by calling for employer investment in practical technical and digital skills as manufacturing roles shift. Training Alignment: Kenya’s TVET sector is urged to modernize and collaborate with industry so graduates can meet new demands in AI, automation and big-data-enabled work. Labour Unrest Court Case (India): Gurgaon police told the Supreme Court an engineer allegedly conspired to provoke workers during the Manesar unrest, citing his phone location and WhatsApp group activity. Employee Benefits/Leave: ZA Bank in Hong Kong brought back “Football Hangover Leave,” giving staff an extra paid day off after the World Cup final. Compliance Hiring (India): Baroda Global Shared Services advertised an HR Audit & Labour Compliance role in Gift City, signaling ongoing demand for deep labour-law expertise.