AI Workforce Planning: Dubai Police and Digital Dubai are rolling out an AI system built with Digital Dubai to link workforce planning, implementation, and monitoring for smarter staffing and readiness. Workplace Mental Health Rules: WorkSafeBC’s proposed updates would push employers to consider “psychosocial hazards,” drawing backlash from industry groups that warn it could treat normal job demands as hazards. HR Leadership Turnover in Schools: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says three top leaders are exiting after a turbulent summer—Deputy Superintendent Melissa Balknight and CFO Kelly Kluttz retiring Jan. 1, while CHRO Angela Wood resigns Sept. 14. Public Sector Pay & Systems: Dayton Public Schools reports payroll issues are fixed after switching from a 26-pay to a 24-pay schedule, but hourly staff unions remain frustrated. Childcare as a Retention Tool: Indiana employers are spotlighting childcare support; one example is an airport authority reimbursing childcare costs to cut turnover. Workplace Culture Recognition: Sunway Group earns Great Place to Work certification again, citing improved employee experience and welcome for new hires. Labor Shortage Response: Canada launches an Energy and Electricity Workforce Alliance to coordinate training and recruitment for shortages across the sector. Workplace Discrimination Lawsuit: IHOP workers allege years of racist harassment by a former manager, including comments tied to race and retaliation after complaints.