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U.S. payrolls increased 139,000 in May, more than expected; unemployment at 4.2%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 125,000 in May, while the unemployment rate stayed at 4.2%.
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Americans filing for jobless benefits rises to highest level in eight months
New applications for jobless benefits rose by 8,000 to 247,000 for the week ending May 31, the Labor Department said Thursday.
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Vance cites childcare issues as reason for delaying Israel trip
Vice President JD Vance said Monday that one of the primary reasons for foregoing a delegation to Israel were logistical concerns over childcare. “Who the hell is going to take care of our kids if we take another couple of days overseas?”
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9-to-5 employees are interrupted every 2 minutes by meetings, emails and other pings, says Microsoft — how to focus
Microsoft recently found that 9-to-5 employees are interrupted every 2 minutes by emails, meetings and other pings.
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College majors with the best and worst job prospects — art history beats finance
In general, what college students choose to major in has significant implications for job prospects and future earnings potential.
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College grads face a ‘tough and competitive' job market this year, expert says
The class of 2025 is entering a job market shaken by federal cutbacks and uncertainty over tariff policy. Experts offer advice on landing a career job now.
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How to stop your boss from commenting on your personal life, says career expert
If your boss is commenting on your dating life in a way that makes you uncomfortable, say something immediately, say experts.
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Microsoft is cutting 3% of its workforce
It’s likely Microsoft’s largest job purge since it said goodbye to 10,000 employees in 2023.
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New college grads face a tougher job market — again
Pessimism runs high in the class of 2025 after entry-level hiring prospects have tightened for two years straight and a student debt crackdown begins.
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Job hunting? How to cope with rejection and boost your confidence
Job search tips go beyond resumes and interviews. Amid worker employee layoffs, a career counseling pro shares tips for your career pivot.
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US filings for jobless benefits inch up as labor market remains strong despite fears of downturn
U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose modestly last week as business continue to retain workers despite fears of a possible economic downturn.
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US payrolls rose by 228,000 in March, but unemployment rate increases to 4.2%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to grow by 140,000 in March while the unemployment rate would hold steady at 4.1%.
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The 5 best jobs for introverts, according to a new report—they all pay over $100,000
Resume Genius compiled some of the best jobs for introverts using metrics like social interaction and annual pay.
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5 years into the remote work boom, the return-to-office push is stronger than ever — here's why
The pandemic ushered in a new way of working remotely, but even companies that initially championed the model are changing their tune.
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Thrust into unemployment, axed federal workers face relatives who celebrate their firing
Scrambling to replace their health insurance and to find new work, some fired federal workers are running into relatives cheering their job loss.
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US payroll growth totals 151,000 in February, less than expected
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 170,000 in February, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.
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Layoff announcements soar to the highest since 2020 as DOGE slashes federal staff
U.S. employers announced 172,017 layoffs for the month, up 245% from January and the highest monthly count since July 2020.
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15 Employee Appreciation Day ideas to express your gratitude
Employee Appreciation Day is Friday, March 7. It’s a day dedicated to letting workers know that their efforts and contributions are valued.
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NOAA layoffs: Hundreds of meteorologists, forecasters fired in latest DOGE cuts
Hundreds of weather forecasters and other federal employees at NOAA, the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, were fired or laid off Thursday, according to lawmakers and weather experts.
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Barnes & Noble subsidiary to cut over 100 jobs upon closure of Forest Park warehouse
Paper Source will cut more than 100 jobs at its Forest Park warehouse when the stationery retailer closes its facility west of Chicago this spring.