EBay’s first full-time employee left the company after its IPO and built a $5.9 billion fortune; he has now donated about $1.2 billion into social-change projects
Jeffrey Scholl. Image Credit: Scoll World Forum Jeff Skoll, eBay‘s first full-time employee and president, played a crucial role in building the company before leaving after its 1998 public offering. He helped turn an online auction business into…
Fortescue defended keeping an executive at work during a harassment investigation; days later it reversed course and suspended the employee
Fortescue is facing renewed scrutiny over workplace conduct as an external investigation into allegations involving a senior executive runs alongside separate legal action brought by former employees. The mining company has confirmed that law firm…
‘More like humiliation than rejection’: Indian PSU employee denied US tourist visa in 20 seconds, says never going to apply again
A government employee shared his experience of a US tourist visa denial in under 20 seconds at the Chennai consulate. (AI photo) A 36-year-old Indian man, a government employee, shared his experience of US tourist visa refusal and explained why it felt…
In-N-Out employee Ashley Garibay’s mother pays touching tribute amid death in Twin Falls mass shooting
A 23-year-old California woman has been identified as one of the victims killed when a gunman opened fire at a newly-opened In-N-Out restaurant in Idaho this weekend. Ashley Garibay’s mother shared a touching tribute after her daughter’s…
Rainy day commuting in the UAE: When does your travel time count as paid work time in the emirates?
UAE rainfall forecast: When does commuting time count as working time in the UAE As heavy rain and erratic weather disrupt daily life across the UAE, one question has taken center stage for thousands of employees:If your commute is delayed due to…
Preparing for Eid al-Fitr 2026? Get 50% extra pay based on rules many employees are unaware of
Working during Eid 2026? This is what your boss legally owes you as Ramadan With 2026 in full swing and Shawwal ever closer, millions of residents and workers across the UAE are preparing for Eid al-Fitr, one of the most important religious and cultural…