Italy's Parliament has approved a 12-month maximum duration for extracurricular internships, aiming to curb their misuse as temporary labor. The move follows EU proposals to regulate internships and highlights regional governance complexities in Italy.
Experts and a government adviser suggest Hong Kong establish a dedicated office to foster local aerospace technology, building on the excitement from astronaut Lai Ka-ying's historic flight. They emphasize sustained funding, internships, and a tech hub to prevent talent drain.
Sophie Corcoran, a GB News commentator, is suing the 10,000 Interns Foundation for racial discrimination after being rejected from a programme restricted to black and minority ethnic people. The £14.80-an-hour internship was run with the Bar Council. Corcoran claims she lost an employment opportunity because she is white, citing the Equality Act. The charity says its scheme is lawful positive action under sections 158 and 159 of the Equality Act. The case has been backed by Restore Britain MP Rupert Lowe, while the charity fears the lawsuit could threaten its future.
