Consulting firm McKinsey, approaching its 100th anniversary, has eliminated roughly 200 technology positions worldwide as it shifts its focus—like its competitors—toward the use of artificial intelligence for certain roles. A company spokesperson told Bloomberg: “AI offers an unprecedented level of opportunity and impact for us and our clients. We continue working to make our professional support functions more efficient and effective, including by harnessing the advantages o

In its report, iHire stated that workers are also holding onto their jobs and staying longer, though this may change in 2026. iHire CEO Steve Flook said: “Employers must continue to focus on retention and engagement efforts, including fostering inclusive cultures, offering flexibility, providing growth opportunities, and regularly collecting and acting on shared feedback.”

Demographic shifts across Europe are putting pension systems under mounting pressure. As life expectancy rises, the number of retirees grows while the number of contributors declines. In many European countries, nearly one-quarter of the population is now over the age of 65. In Germany and several other EU member states, two workers currently finance the pension of one retiree. This ratio is expected to worsen significantly in the coming years. Although governments are trying

Flights of 6,000 A320 Aircraft Halted European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has announced that an urgent software update is required for a significant portion of its A320 fleet due to the risk that intense solar radiation could interfere with flight control data. Following the warning, many airlines worldwide — including Turkish Airlines (THY), AJet and Pegasus — have grounded their A320 aircraft.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz responded to the United States after Washington encouraged governments to take decisive measures to protect their citizens from the risks of mass migration.Merz stated, “Migration policy is our responsibility, and we shape it in the way we believe is right.” Source: Hürriyet Avrupa Photo: DPA

According to data published by CEOWORLD Magazine  and the Safety Index Report , cities were evaluated based on criteria such as public order, crime rates, security force density, and overall quality of life. Cities from the Gulf region dominated the top of the list.The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, ranked first with a safety score of 97.73%. Abu Dhabi was followed by Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, in second place with 97.53%, and Doha, the capital of Qatar,

Every Shipment Will Now Be Subject to Customs Checks Low-cost online shopping from outside the European Union is set to become significantly more expensive. The EU has decided to abolish the current €150 duty-free import threshold. Under the new rules, every product—regardless of its value—will be subject to customs procedures. Chinese platforms such as Temu, Shein, and AliExpress reportedly misdeclare or undervalue around 65% of shipments, allowing them to bypass customs dut

The European Union has rejected the 28-point proposal drafted by the United States for Ukraine, calling it a “preliminary draft” that must be revised to include Europe’s own demands. Leaders including the German Chancellor, the UK Prime Minister, and the French President have voiced concerns over the plan, which envisions Ukraine giving up sovereignty, ceding territory, and downsizing its military as part of a settlement with Russia. The challenge for European leaders now is

Kyiv is under immense pressure as the United States pushes a new draft proposal, one that Russian President Vladimir Putin has openly endorsed.Most elements of the draft require Ukraine to make significant territorial and sovereignty concessions. President Volodymyr Zelensky described the moment as a historic crossroads, warning that Ukraine is being forced to choose between “losing its dignity” under a U.S.–Russia plan or losing a key ally.“The country is going through one o

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the proposal “could form the basis of a final peace agreement.”Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on the other hand, said that Ukraine is facing one of the most difficult moments in its history. Zelensky first warned that Ukraine risks losing the United States as a key partner due to Washington’s efforts to put its ideas into action. In his address to the nation, however, he said that he is working constructively with the U.S.

The “Monetized: Visa 2025 Creator Report,” conducted by Visa in collaboration with TikTok and Morning Consult, provides important insights into the creator economy. Eighty-eight percent of content creators surveyed globally expect their income to increase next year — a sign of growing optimism about earning potential in the creator field. The vast majority of participants rely on personal resources, community support, and innovative methods such as crowdfunding to finance the

Ford CEO Jim Farley said that despite offering an annual salary of $120,000 (around 5 million TL), the company has been unable to fill 5,000 mechanic positions, highlighting that the skilled labor shortage in the U.S. has reached critical levels. Emphasizing that there are more than one million open positions in critical fields, Farley stated that vocational schools are insufficient and the country is failing to equip the new generation with the necessary skills.

Territorial Arrangements and Sovereignty (1–8) De facto transfer of the Donetsk region to Russia. De facto transfer of the Luhansk region to Russia. Ukraine fully relinquishing all administrative and military claims over these two regions. Creation of a wide demilitarized buffer zone around Donbas. “Freezing” the current front line in Zaporizhzhia for “the coming years.” Freezing the line of control in the eastern part of Kherson. A possible “withdrawal and reassessment” mech

In the exercise called “Bollwerk Bärlin III”,the 1,000-soldier Honor Guard Battalion simulated a war scenario focused on protecting the federal government. Since midnight on Monday, exercises have been conducted between 1:00 and 4:00 a.m. across Berlin and Brandenburg, simulating situations such as securing transportation routes, evacuating wounded soldiers, neutralizing saboteurs, and engaging in combat under low-visibility conditions. At Jungfernheide station in the Berlin

The global outage was caused by a Cloudflare disruption. Cloudflare powers a large part of today’s internet infrastructure, helping countless websites protect themselves against cyberattacks and stay online during high traffic periods. After the Cloudflare outage, major platforms such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Facebook, and X experienced technical failures. Cloudflare released a brief statement saying it was “aware of an issue potentially affecting multiple customers and is invest

Until now, Ukrainians who came to Germany after the Russian invasion were receiving citizens’ income (Bürgergeld) without being granted formal asylum status. They were allowed to work immediately, had no waiting period, and received full social benefits. A single Ukrainian adult received €563 per month, and all housing and heating costs were fully covered by the state. The German government has now agreed to end this system. The new regulation — which will also apply retroact

📈 From January 1, 2026: hourly wage increases to €13.90 📈 From January 1, 2027: hourly wage rises further to €14.60 This marks the largest increase since Germany introduced its minimum wage system in 2015. 💶 As of 2025, the average gross monthly minimum wage is around €2,220 . By 2027, this figure will climb to approximately €2,500. The net income — depending on taxes and marital status — is expected to range between €1,700 and €1,850. 📍 This adjustment will be particular

Sofia Corradi — the visionary behind the Erasmus student exchange program, which has enabled millions of young people to study across Europe — has passed away in Rome at the age of 91. Known affectionately as the “Mother of Erasmus,” Corradi was a Professor of Education Sciences at Roma Tre University. In a statement, her family described her as “a woman of inexhaustible energy, intellectual depth, and emotional generosity.” Corradi’s inspiration for Erasmus came from her own