MAP: See the states where restaurant workers rely most on tips

Both presidential candidates promised to eliminate taxes on restaurant workers' tips, a move that, if enacted, could be especially beneficial to employees in certain states.

Politics - The Hill - 5 hours ago

2 States to Vote on Lower Minimum Wage Rate for Tipped Workers

Massachusetts and Arizona plan ballot measures that could eliminate the subminimum wage paid to many workers in the restaurant and hospitality industries.

Business - Inc. - October 21

Here are the 28 states where workers are guaranteed time off to vote

Without a federal law ensuring workers can take time off to vote, some states have stepped up with Election Day voting leave laws.

Restaurant workers' jobs threatened by Budget, bosses warn

Hospitality bosses are calling for changes to what they describe as "unsustainable" tax rises.

These are the swing states where groceries and housing cost the most: ‘People are still stuck with sticker shock.’

MarketWatch looked at affordability challenges for swing-state voters. Here’s what we found.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Where Some See Taboos, They See Opportunity

The founders of Starface took the shame out of blemishes. Now, they’re hoping to make it less risky to use recreational drugs and alcohol.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 30

TGI Fridays suddenly closes more restaurants. Here is where they are.

The restaurant chain is struggling to win back customers are who are turning toward faster-food options.

Oxford relying on ‘Deliveroo-style’ contracts with most tutorials not taught by full-time staff

Leading university accused of relying on young academics employed on gig-economy terms. Oxford University has been accused of relying on academics on “Deliveroo-style” and precarious fixed-term ...

World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago

Map: These states have the fewest ‘born-here’ residents

Do you live in the same state you were born in?

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Inside the final sprint in the biggest battleground state on the map

No state has played a bigger role in the presidential campaign between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in the run-up to Election Day than Pennsylvania.

Politics - NBC News - November 4

Maps show drought and fire conditions in Northeast states

Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.

Map: How many veterans live in your state?

Roughly 6% of Americans are veterans, according to Census data.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Ohio State relied on talent to escape Nebraska, but that may not be enough in upcoming Penn State showdown

The Buckeyes players were just better than the Huskers, but more will be needed in Happy Valley

Sports - CBS Sports - October 26

The Deciders: Nevada workers skeptical over Harris and Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ promise

NBC News Correspondent Steve Patterson joins Meet the Press NOW to report on how Nevada’s service and hospitality workers are reacting to Vice President Harris and former President Trump both ...

Politics - NBC News - October 17

7 Powerful Tips for Leaders to Connect With Millennial and Gen-Z Workers

As Baby Boomers retire and leave the workforce behind, Millennials and Gen-Z will increasingly fill the gap.

Business - Inc. - November 6

FT readers: your tips on where to find calm and authenticity in Venice

The places that put the serene back into La Serenissima, as recommended by you

World - Financial Times - October 20

'I could see my kneecap was not where it should be'

Cam Roigard suffered a knee injury that threatened to derail his Test career before it had properly started. But he is back - quicker and stronger than ever.

See where abortion will be on the ballot in the 2024 election

Voters in 10 states will decide on crucial abortion-related measures this November, marking another pivotal moment in the ongoing national debate over reproductive rights.

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Festival worker to run world's most southerly post office in Antarctica

George Clarke will staff the most southerly post office in the world, living among a penguin colony.

Young workers see opportunity in blue-collar jobs. Some overlook the pitfalls.

Elevated college costs and a tough job market for entry-level professionals have some questioning the value of a college degree and the white-collar work that it typically leads to.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Mikey Madison: from Tarantino bit part to hot tip for an Oscar playing a sex worker

The actor, who stars in Sean Baker’s Palme d’Or winner Anora, talks about the reaction of the strip club community to the film, how she managed to learn Russian, and her lucky break in Once Upon a ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

Whether it is President Harris or President Trump, a battle over taxes and tips is headed to Capitol Hill

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris back no-tax-on-tips policy, but in an election where the economy is the No. 1 issue, economists say the idea is flawed.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Can you register to vote on Election Day? Maps show state-by-state rules

In some states, voter registration deadlines have already passed, but nearly half the states allow same-day registration on Election Day for those who still want to register and vote.

Which states have the most — and least — accurate polls?

Polling is more accurate in swing states, especially in the Sun Belt.

These are the most festive states during Halloween season

How does your state compare to others when it comes to Halloween? ConsumerAffairs is out with their rankings of the most festive states for the spooky holiday. Alexis Curls, content marketing ...

Which state has the most Halloween spirit?

From haunted houses to Spirit Halloween stores and more, how does your state rank in Halloween spirit? Our one-of-a-kind jack-o-lantern scale will tell you!

Coterra Energy posted a mixed quarter, but delivered beats where it matters most

Once again, management's strict adherence to cost discipline meant strong earnings and free cash flow generation.

Business - CNBC - November 1

‘We don’t know where the tipping point is’: climate expert on potential collapse of Atlantic circulation

Oceanographer Stefan Rahmstorf explains why Amoc breakdown could be catastrophic for both humans and marine life. The dangers of a collapse of the main Atlantic Ocean circulation, known as Amoc, ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Japan Has a Tow Truck Competition Where Pros Race to Gently Tip Over Cars

World - Yahoo News - November 4

Early voting is surging across the U.S. Explore the data.

Early voting has begun in states across the country where voters are able to cast their ballots either in person or via mail.

Map shows how many Electoral College votes your state has in 2024

It's not the popular vote that decides who wins the presidency — it's the outcome of the Electoral College. This map shows how many votes each state gets in 2024.

House, Senate and governor elections map 2024: results from all 50 US states as Republicans close to House majority

Voters have elected a Republican majority in the Senate. They have also been electing members of the House of Representatives and state governors. Live 2024 presidential election results US ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Where the battleground states stand as Election Day dawns

It’s time. The campaign for the White House is almost over and, on Tuesday, the voters will deliver their verdict. Around 75 million people have already cast their ballots. The election will ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

A state-by-state breakdown of where abortion stands after Trump's election

Abortion-related ballot initiatives were voted on in 10 states during the election. Here is a state-by-state breakdown of where abortion currently stands in each state.

Yankees and Dodgers meet in World Series for 12th time: See list of MLB's most common Fall Classic matchups

The Yankees hold a dominant lead in the franchise matchups between the two clubs

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

In Georgia, Harris Relies on Superstar Passion

Not as fiery as her celebrity surrogates, she could use a bit of their heart and fervor.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

In some battleground states, low-wage workers keep losing ground

Workers in four battleground states earn the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. Labor advocates say that's a recipe for poverty.

Swing state election officials ensure security for ballots, workers

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes (D) and Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Al Schmidt (R) joined CBS’s “Face the Nation” on Sunday and ensured voters, ballots and election ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

New York State Parks Worker Dies Fighting Wildfire in Orange County, N.Y.

The blaze in Orange County, N.Y., was the latest in a series of wildfires to plague the region.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

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