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US employers add a solid 199,000 jobs and unemployment falls, signaling a still-sturdy labor market
The nation’s employers added a solid 199,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate fell, fresh signs that the economy could achieve an elusive “soft landing,” in which inflation would return to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target without causing a steep recession.
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Teachers explain why they turned to OnlyFans
Teachers have resigned, been fired or been placed on leave after their OnlyFans accounts were found. Yet, many say they didn’t feel had a choice under the weight of low wages and crippling student loan debt.
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This low-stress, in-demand job can be done remotely and pays more than $100K/year — It's ‘a winner,' says expert
Actuaries assess risk on behalf of their clients using data about accidents, illness, etc. Demand for them is projected to grow.
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The 3 most-Googled jobs in the U.S. don't require a degree—some can pay over $200K
On Google, searches for “no degree jobs” reached an all-time high this year in the U.S.
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18-year-old got hired as a Google engineer—his dad shares his No. 1 parenting rule: I take a ‘hands off approach'
Nan Zhong says his hands-off parenting style helped his son, Stanley Zhong, become a high-achieving student and Google software engineer at age 18. Here’s why.
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India debate on 70-hour workweek: Illegal or road to greatness?
Industry leaders in India agree with Infosys founder Narayana Murthy that a 70-hour work week is necessary for the country to compete with the U.S. and China.
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The No. 1 work perk that would get people to return to the office more often
If bosses want workers in the office more often, they’ll need to start paying up to cover commuting costs, employees say.
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28-year-old makes over $210,000 a year working in a hospital — without going to med school
28-year-old Chabely Rodriguez earns over $200,000 a year as a certified anesthesiologist assistant. See how she spends her money.
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While most workers want a 4-day workweek, other job perks may be an easier way to get flexibility
While most employees would welcome shorter weeks, other benefits that enable better work-life balance may be more readily available, experts say.
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This is the No. 1 city attracting young professionals—demand grew nearly 7 times since 2019
The city where new college grads want to work most is also the most expensive in the U.S.
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This in-demand remote job pays up to $250 an hour and doesn't require a degree
Marketing managers are among the fastest-growing careers in the U.S., according to LinkedIn.
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Latina Equal Pay Day recognizes pay gap for Latinas, who lose millions over a career
Latinas working full time earned 57 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men, which adds up to $1.2 million over a 40-year career.
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As employers face labor shortages, Biden administration rolls out playbook for training workers
As part of the 2021 pandemic rescue package, state and local governments have committed $11 billion to worker training
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Women are reclaiming a traditional role as many turn to work with the dead and their loved ones
Women are retaking the field of funeral services. Once in the minority, they now make up the majority of mortuary students.
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Amazon plans to hire 250,000 workers for holiday season. Target says it will add nearly 100,000
Amazon said on Tuesday that it will hire 250,000 full and part-time workers for the holiday season, a 67% jump compared to last year.
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Love pop music? Largest US newspaper chain is hiring Taylor Swift and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter writers
Gannett, the United States’ biggest newspaper chain, posted two unusual job listings to its site. On Tuesday, they revealed they are hiring a reporter focused on Taylor Swift. On Wednesday, they shared a posting for a dedicated Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter who will be employed through USA Today and The Tennessean, the company’s Nashville-based newspaper. Online criticism of these new roles...
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27-year-old who's been laid off 3 times in 3.5 years: A 9-to-5 is ‘a false sense of security'
Rachel Rappaport jokes that she was laid off “before it was cool.” After being cut three times, she’s changed how she views her career.
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Entry-level jobs offering student loan repayment have doubled since 2019—where to find them
Roughly half of the class of 2024 will graduate with student debt, according to Handshake.
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US employers added a solid 187,000 jobs in August in sign of a still-resilient labor market
The nation’s employers added a solid 187,000 jobs in August in a sign of a still-resilient labor market despite the high interest rates the Federal Reserve has imposed. The job increase marked an increase from July’s revised gain of 157,000 but still pointed to a moderating pace of job growth compared with earlier this year. The unemployment rate rose from...
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63% of workers unable to pay a $500 emergency expense, survey finds. How employers may help change that
High inflation continues to add financial stress to workers’ budgets. Experts say new benefits to provide emergency savings plans may help.