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Over Half Report Mental Health Challenges Around Pregnancy
Story Highlights 54% of women experienced a mental health challenge during or after pregnancy 49% who sought postpartum care had to push to be taken seriously 35% of lower-income mothers returned to work before feeling ready Editor’s Note: This research was conducted in partnership with Pivotal, a group of organizations founded by Melinda French Gates to accelerate social progress for women and young people in the U.S. and around the world.
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Health Limits British Women at Work and in Daily Life
Wellbeing October 8, 2026 Story Highlights 44% of British women say health has kept them from all they want to do in life 22% of British women understand menopause treatment options well 35% who have sought menopause care have had to push to be taken seriously LONDON — For many women in the U.K., health shapes not only how they feel but also how fully they can take part in everyday life.
More Involved Americans Feel Greater Belonging and Agency
Results for the Be The People-Gallup American Identity Survey are based on self-administered web and mail surveys conducted April 20-June 26, 2026, with 8,089 U.S. adults, aged 18 and older, who are members of the Gallup Panel™. Gallup uses probability-based, random sampling methods to recruit Panel members.
Employee Data Use: One in Five Trust Leaders a Great Deal
Story Highlights 20% have a great deal of trust in leaders to use data responsibly 40% of engaged employees have great trust versus 4% of disengaged Employees who discuss workplace data use report greater trust One in five employees who work on a computer or another device regularly have “a great deal” of trust in their organization’s leaders to use employee data responsibly.
Many Women Enter Menopause Without Clear Information
Healthcare September 23, 2026 Story Highlights 25% of women feel they have a good understanding of menopause treatment options 37% first learned about menopause only upon having symptoms themselves 40% who have experienced menopause say it negatively affected life or work Editor’s Note: This research was conducted in partnership with Pivotal, a group of organizations founded by Melinda French Gates to accelerate social progress for women and young people in the U.S. and around the world.
Women's Healthcare Barriers Extend Into Work and Family Life Original
Story Highlights 51% of U.S. women agree they’ve had at least one problem when accessing care 47% of women waited three or more months for their most recent diagnosis 42% of women say their health has kept them from doing all they want in life Editor’s Note: This research was conducted in partnership with Pivotal, a group of organizations founded by Melinda French Gates to accelerate social progress for women and young people in the U.S. and around the world.
Confidence in Managing Financial Future Lacking at All Ages
Story Highlights Large age gaps in confidence managing current but not future finances Younger adults’ highest financial priority is increasing household income Younger adults have more financial stress WASHINGTON, D.C. — Across the U.S. and Canada, older adults are more confident than younger adults in their ability to manage their current financial needs. However, in both countries, confidence in managing future finances differs less by generation.
Confidence in Managing Financial Future Lacking at All Ages
Results for the Edward Jones and Gallup Financial Fulfillment study from the United States are based on self-administered web surveys conducted March 20-April 6, 2026, with a stratified random sample of 5,075 adults, aged 21 and older, who are members of the U.S. Gallup Panel™. Gallup uses probability-based, random sampling methods to recruit its Panel members. For results based on the sample of U.S. adults, the margin of sampling error is ±1.8 percentage points at the 95% confidence level.
Where Americans and Canadians Turn for Financial Guidance
Results for the Edward Jones and Gallup Financial Fulfillment study from the United States are based on self-administered web surveys conducted March 20-April 6, 2026, with a stratified random sample of 5,075 adults, aged 21 and older, who are members of the U.S. Gallup Panel™. Gallup uses probability-based, random sampling methods to recruit its Panel members. For results based on the sample of U.S. adults, the margin of sampling error is ±1.8 percentage points at the 95% confidence level.
Organizational AI Adoption Jumps Six Points
Story Highlights 47% of U.S. employees say their organization has integrated AI tools AI users most often use AI for writing, research and problem-solving Coding and automation users report the largest productivity gains Reported organizational adoption of AI grew sharply in Q2 2026. Forty-seven percent of U.S. employees now say their organization has integrated AI tools to improve productivity, efficiency or quality, up from 41% in the last quarter.
At 250 Years, 77% Say U.S. Founders Would Be Disappointed Original
Story Highlights 19% say founders would be pleased, compared with 54% in 2001 In measures since 2013, fewer in all parties say founders would be pleased 69% say the U.S. has succeeded at least a fair amount in achieving founding ideals WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, just 19% of Americans say the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be pleased with how the country has turned out.
Business Planning and RFP Pursuit Vary by Ownership Type
The Pathways to Wealth Year 3 survey was fielded Sept. 26-Nov. 3, 2025, and includes 5,926 U.S. adults who are employed, including 3,501 respondents who report working for themselves or for a business they own. Most respondents (5,691) were sourced from the Gallup Panel, with an additional 235 respondents originally recruited through Small Business Administration outreach efforts in prior waves.
The SecEd Podcast: Teaching high-attaining students - SecEd
This episode offers practical insights for teachers on how best we can support our high-attaining students in the secondary school classroom, including top tips, common mistakes to avoid, and creating a culture of high ambition. Adobe Stock Our panel discusses the language we use when referring to this cohort of students and how we might define what “high-attaining” means.
Rising AI Adoption Spurs Workforce Changes
Workplace April 13, 2026 Employees report productivity gains with AI but not fundamental shifts in how work gets done. For the first time in Gallup’s measurement, half of employed American adults say they use AI in their role at least a few times a year, up from 46% last quarter. Frequent AI use is also increasing, with 13% of employees now saying they use AI daily and 28% reporting they use it a few times a week or more.
AI in the Workplace: What Separates Adopters and Holdouts
Workplace April 13, 2026 Adoption rises when AI tools fit existing workflows, demonstrate clear value and are championed by managers. The availability of AI in the workplace has increased rapidly, yet many employees still do not use it regularly. Within organizations that make AI tools available to employees, adoption varies widely by role level.
Canadian Veterinarians Cite Cost as Top Barrier to Care
Results for the PetSmart Charities of Canada-Gallup State of Pet Care: Veterinarian Perspectives of Canadian Veterinary Care study are based on a web-based survey conducted with 369 practicing veterinarians in Canada. Gallup conducted the survey between Sept. 9-23, 2025. Respondents were sourced from an opt-in, professional panel of Canada-based veterinarians and referrals from the PetSmart Charities of Canada network to reach as broad of a sample of veterinarians as possible.
Frequent Use of AI in the Workplace Continued to Rise in Q4
Workplace January 25, 2026 The total percentage of employees using AI remains flat, but use varies meaningfully by industry and role type. U.S. employees already using artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace used it slightly more often in the fourth quarter of 2025 than in the prior quarter, continuing a gradual increase since 2023. The proportion of employees using AI daily has risen from 10% to 12%.
Veterinarians Say Cost Is the Main Driver of Declined Care
Results for the PetSmart Charities-Gallup State of Pet Care: Veterinarian Perspectives on American Veterinary Care study are based on a web-based survey conducted with 933 practicing veterinarians in the U.S. Gallup conducted the survey between Sept. 9 and Oct. 5, 2025. Respondents were sourced from an opt-in, professional panel of U.S.-based veterinarians and referrals from the PetSmart Charities network to reach as broad a sample of veterinarians as possible.
AI Use at Work Rises
The percentage of U.S. employees who reported using AI at work at least a few times a year increased from 40% to 45% between the second and third quarters of 2025. Frequent use (a few times a week or more) grew from 19% to 23%, while daily use moved less, ticking up from 8% to 10% during the same period. ###Embeddable### The latest Gallup Workforce results are based on a nationally representative survey of 23,068 U.S. adults employed full- and part-time conducted by web Aug.
Purposeful Work Boosts Engagement, but Few Experience It
Story Highlights 50% of U.S. employees with strong work purpose are engaged 30% of hiring managers say purpose is very important to new hires’ success 45% of all employees say they work primarily to collect a paycheck, benefits WASHINGTON, D.C. — Employees with a strong sense of purpose at work are 5.6 times as likely to be engaged in their jobs as those with a low sense of purpose. They are also much less likely to feel burned out or be watching for or actively seeking a new job.
Manager Support Drives Employee AI Adoption
Mentions of artificial intelligence (AI) have surged on earnings calls, yet only a small fraction of firms have applied it in ways that have meaningfully affected their business. A 2025 multi-method study from MIT NANDA (Networked Agents and Decentralized AI) found that just 5% of organizations report measurable ROI from their investment in generative AI. While the study may not represent all organizations and industries, it reveals that enthusiasm for AI does not always guarantee business value.
What was the Camel like to Spin?
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'No area of school life will be left untouched by AI'
At the start of the 2023-24 academic year there was very little clarity about AI and its role in education. Is it all just hype, or is it the biggest game changer in town? For many, these questions remain. So let me try to help provide some clarity by answering five questions you may never have asked. Why can’t we just put a moratorium on AI to allow everyone time to catch up and for the risks to be properly assessed?
Employee Detachment Threatens Customer Satisfaction
Employees are feeling increasingly disconnected and disenchanted with their employers, and amid the Great Detachment, their connection to the mission and purpose of their organization continues to erode. Employees’ lack of inspiration and purpose is evident in their decreasing pride in and ownership of the products and services their organization offers.
How to make parents your superpower
With after-school clubs, sports competitions, events and day-trips now integral to school-life, striking the right balance between out-of-hours offerings and the expectations of teaching staff has become increasingly difficult. Firstly, do your teachers and leadership teams have enough time to drive and oversee the extra activities that are so crucial to your pupils’ development and enjoyment?
Developing and implementing a school strategy for AI - SecEd
Artificial intelligence (AI) has very quickly in the last few years become an integral part of many of our daily lives, and its evolving influence on education is undeniable. For schools, creating a clear AI strategy is essential to help harness its benefits while mitigating the potential risks.
Edruptors 2024: Int'l education's social media heroes
The top 20 leading influencers in the world of international education have been named. ISC Research’s latest white paper showcases the key players in international education who have “used their social media platforms to drive progress, build communities, and advocate for change”. Known as the “Edruptors of 2024”, ISC Research says these individuals “exemplify the dynamic and multifaceted nature of contemporary educational leadership”.
AI Quality Mark: Helping schools to prepare for an AI future - SecEd
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a central part of our daily lives, schools face the challenge of integrating it meaningfully and ethically into their operations and curricula. To help schools navigate this complex landscape, the Good Future Foundation has introduced the AI Quality Mark, a comprehensive framework designed to guide schools that excel in adopting AI responsibly.
'The stars are now aligned for GCSE reform'
When seven former education ministers from across the political divide join forces to call for bold action, surely the incumbent must act. Collectively they highlight the need to move away from an overly exam-based system to a forward-looking education which includes character, creative thinking, problem solving and other skills, alongside the best of the more traditional aspects of our current system.
Why 'positive masculinity' matters in schools
Epsom College’s Positive Masculinity programme, now in its second year, celebrates healthy masculinity, dismantles harmful gender norms, and prioritises mental health and wellbeing. The initiative goes beyond supporting the boys; it seeks to empower the entire school community. Now in its second year, the project marks a significant collaboration with Voicebox, an organisation established to promote healthy masculinity and challenge gender stereotypes.
Using input file name in expression for file output in QGIS
I'm trying to batch convert a few hundred NetCDF files to CSV. I need the output file to be named based on the name of the input file or even the band name. But all I can get from the 'layer property' is something that resembles part of a 'layer' in a file and that is not unique. Any ideas on how to get the file name? Or even order the files sequentially based on the order loaded into the interface?
QGIS How do I use the input file name in an expression for file output
Im trying to batch convert a few hundred NetCDF files to CSV. I need the output file to be named based on the name of the input file or even the band name. But all i can get from the 'layer property' is something that resembles part of a 'layer' in a file and that is not unique. Any ideas how to get the file name? Or even order the files sequentially based on the order loaded into the interface?
The school teaching kids to make a decent cuppa
We might expect our children to leave school knowing how to find the square root of a negative fraction, or able to discuss the impact of faction in Elizabeth I’s reign. But what about being able to sew on a button or make a decent cup of tea? Is it, in fact, the role of schools to teach these skills? Well, it seems the answer is yes.
Did you talk about Donald Trump in assembly today? | School Management Plus
The results are almost in and a win for the comeback president looks certain. For some in our school communities the workings and outcomes of the US election are a source of geeky fascination. For others, they are a source of some existential anxiety. For many, me included, they are both. For others though, the US election has been a matter of profound indifference.
The Lasting Impact of Exceptional Candidate Experiences
An employee’s relationship with their organization begins before their first day of work. The experience an organization provides to candidates during the recruitment process directly influences how likely they are to accept a job offer -- but that experience also sets the stage for their future as an employee. An intentional, focused candidate experience allows organizations to communicate role expectations and confirm that a candidate’s skills and interests align with the role.
Employee Wellbeing Hinges on Management, Not Work Mode
As organizations have moved toward offering more flexible work arrangements, employees across industries have hoped these shifts to hybrid and remote work would increase flexibility in how and where they spend their time. This enthusiasm continues today. As of May 2024, 93% of all employees in remote-capable jobs prefer to work remotely at least some of their work week.
The Recruitment Process Is More Digital Than Ever
The Gallup CHRO Roundtable Q1 Survey. Feb. 14-March 5, 2023. N Size=95. Results for this Gallup poll are based on self-administered web surveys conducted quarter 4 of 2023. 2023 Q4 surveys were conducted Nov. 8-20, 2023, with a random sample of 19,836 adults who are aged 18 and older, working full time or part time for organizations in the United States, and members of the Gallup Panel. For results based on this sample, the margin of sampling error is ±1.0 percentage points at the 95% confidence level.
The Anatomy of An Aircraft
By Barrington J. Gray and Members of the Cross & Cockade DH2 Research Group. Captain Lanoe Hawker 24 Squadron RFC was formed on 1 September 1915 at Hounslow Heath aerodrome, Middlesex, from a cadre provided by 17 Sqn RFC. The first CO, Captain A.G. Moore MC, commanded the squadron until 1 October 1915, when he was succeeded by Captain Lanoe George Hawker VC DSO.
How to Strengthen and Sustain Workplace Culture Using Recognition
Primary results from this report are based on a survey conducted May 26-June 6, 2023, with 1,081 adults who are employed full time or part time, aged 18 and older, and living in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, as part of the Gallup Panel.
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