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Human Times
A group of Republican-led U.S. states has filed a lawsuit to block the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) from enforcing broad legal protections for transgender workers. The states argue that the EEOC lacks the authority to assert that federal law allows transgender workers to use bathrooms that match their gender identity. The EEOC recently updated its guidance on workplace harassment, stating that discriminating against gay and transgender workers is a form of unlawful sex bias. However, the states claim that federal law only protects transgender workers from being fired but does not require employers to accommodate them. The lawsuit also challenges the constitutionality of the EEOC's structure as an independent agency. The states involved in the lawsuit include Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina, and Virginia.
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Human Times
Office for National Statistics (ONS) data shows that while the unemployment rate increased to 4.3% between January and March, pay rises, excluding bonuses, remained at 6% despite predictions of a decline. Liz McKeown, director of economic statistics at the ONS, said that once inflation was taken into account, "real pay growth remains at its highest level in well over two years." The report also shows that the number of jobs on offer dropped by 26,000 to 898,000 between February and April. The number of unemployed people per vacancy rose to 1.6 in Q1, up from 1.4 between October and December 2023. The ONS said: "Although this ratio remains low by historical standards, it does demonstrate a slight easing in the labour market, with vacancies falling alongside rising unemployment." The number of people claiming benefits rose to 1.5m in April, with this up 29,300 compared to April 2023. The rate of people considered economically inactive - those aged between 16 and 64 who are not in work or looking for a job – dipped slightly to 22.1% in Q1.
Full IssueUSA
Education Slice
Many educators are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative tool in K-12 education, particularly for reducing the workload associated with planning and administrative tasks. According to an EdWeek Research Center survey, teachers, who often work upwards of 57 hours a week, have found AI beneficial for crafting lesson plans, creating schedules, and even writing recommendations. However, this enthusiasm is not universally shared. A significant number of educators remain skeptical, expressing concerns that AI might undermine critical thinking skills and diminish the human touch crucial to effective teaching. Critics argue that relying heavily on AI may encourage a dependency that detracts from essential educational goals such as developing problem-solving skills and fostering personal interactions. Some worry about the potential for AI to perpetuate misinformation due to biases in the data it has been trained on. Others fear that the increasing use of AI could make aspects of their teaching roles redundant, particularly in subjects like English where writing skills are paramount. Despite these concerns, proponents argue that AI can free up valuable time for educators, allowing them to focus more on teaching and less on time-consuming administrative tasks. This division highlights a broader debate within the educational community about the balance between technological integration and traditional teaching methods, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of how AI is implemented in educational settings.
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Accountancy Slice
The IRS has issued final regulations that reduce the fees for the application and renewal of preparer tax identification numbers (PTINs). The new fee structure includes an $11 user fee and an $8.75 third-party contractor fee, resulting in a total annual fee of $19.75. This reduction comes after a district court ruled that the previous fee of $30.75 was excessive. The IRS arrived at the $11 user fee by estimating the cost of providing PTINs for the next three fiscal years, while the third-party contractor fee may change in 2026. The IRS requires anyone who prepares or assists in the preparation of federal tax returns to obtain a PTIN.
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Legal Matters Scotland
Wendy Sinclair-Gieben, Scotland's chief inspector of prisons, has urged ministers to “urgently” reduce the numbers of people behind bars. In a letter to ministers, Sinclair-Gieben called for immediate action to stop the "current upward surge", which has seen prisoner numbers rise to the second highest level ever. Ms Sinclair-Gieben said the prison service did not have either the buildings or the resources necessary to offer all prisoners a humane rehabilitation regime. She said that indicators suggested the volume of people in custody was likely to rise further, exacerbating her concerns. Ms Sinclair-Gieben said she had been "verbally reassured" there was a strategy to address the issue but she had "never been privileged to view the planning nor have I seen any evidence of its effectiveness". It comes after MPs in England ordered the criminal justice system to delay starting the court cases of some suspects because of overcrowding in prisons. Now, Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance is expected to make a statement to Holyrood later on how she plans to tackle the growing numbers.
Full IssueNorth America
Legal Slice
A study by the American Bar Association (ABA) has concluded that white law students are more likely to receive full scholarships compared to their non-white classmates. The data shows that white students were awarded 70% of full-tuition scholarships, even though they make up about 61% of the national pool of full-time law students. In contrast, students of color, who comprise nearly 32% of full-time law students, received fewer than 23% of full-tuition scholarships. The ABA's data highlights racial disparities in scholarship distribution and raises concerns about lower socioeconomic groups subsidizing the tuition of wealthier classmates. Aaron Taylor, executive director of the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence, called for law schools to assess their scholarship awarding practices to ensure equity. The study also found disparities based on Law School Admission Test scores, with white and Asian students more likely to receive full-tuition scholarships compared to Black and Hispanic students. Asian law students, despite comparable median LSAT scores to white students, were significantly less likely to receive full-tuition scholarships. The study emphasizes the need for fair and equitable scholarship practices in law schools.
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Risk Channel
Russia is increasingly encouraging and directing hackers to target British and other western entities, according to the director of GCHQ, Anne Keast-Butler. She expressed concerns about the growing links between Russian intelligence services and proxy hacker groups, who are now being nurtured and inspired by Russia. Keast-Butler highlighted the threat of ransomware, which she described as the most acute and pervasive cyber threat. The National Crime Agency recently revealed the identity of the administrator of the LockBit ransomware group, Dmitry Khoroshev, who was responsible for thousands of attacks worldwide. GCHQ's internet security arm, the NCSC, has published a guide urging businesses not to pay ransoms that fund Russian and other hackers. Keast-Butler also addressed the cyber risk posed by China, stating that it is a genuine and increasing threat to the UK. She emphasized that resources are now being devoted to China more than any other mission. Russia, on the other hand, is considered an immediate threat.
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