Kroger settled claims that it wouldn’t provide a cashier a chair or stool after cancer treatment, resolving allegations of discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The EEOC said repeated attempts to reach store management and HR went unanswered, illustrating how the ADA’s required i
HR pros’ summer reading list 2026 compiles recommended books for HR and talent leaders to explore over the season. The roundup blends selections from the publication’s own summer lists with picks submitted by HR Dive readers, offering a range of perspectives for professional development and workplac
A new ETS/Harris Poll finds many workers report a "fear of becoming obsolete" (FOBO), with most saying upskilling "is no longer a choice" to stay marketable. At the same time, employees say employer support for training is often lacking, creating pressure on workers and signaling a need for stronger
New research highlights remote work’s positive effects on retention and engagement, prompting employers to rethink strict return-to-office policies. With talent retention a top priority this year, open conversations about remote options and their benefits can be a strategic way to keep and motivate
Hiring managers say jobs are available but getting harder to fill: surveys show time-to-hire can run about four weeks, and some openings are permanently closed before a suitable candidate is found. The results point to persistent recruiting challenges even where roles exist.
The recent AI talent wars—illustrated by OpenAI’s unprecedented stock-based pay, one-time retention bonuses and relaxed vesting amid rival multimillion-dollar offers—show that even large financial packages can’t fully prevent high-value employees from defecting as competition for elite researchers a
AI in HR is exciting but should be adopted with strategic caution: the focus must be on when, why and how it adds measurable value to the business. CRF’s seven principles—starting with value by aligning AI use cases to organisational objectives, and diagnosing before prescribing through evidence‑bas
When sound strategies stall, it's tempting to call it a "culture problem"—but execution depends on the everyday decisions of people, not abstract values. Leaders must create organizational conditions—clear priorities, decision rights, processes and accountability—that enable employees to consistentl
A Commonwealth Fund survey finds that insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs are Americans’ top concerns. Respondents are divided on who should address the problems, with Democrats favoring federal government action and Republicans pointing to insurers.