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Layoffs and Unemployment Grow Among College Graduates
The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?The New York Times - 6d -
Federal judge blocks mass firings of CFPB workers
A federal judge has blocked the mass firings of employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.CBS News - 2d -
10,000 Federal Health Workers to Be Laid Off
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a major restructuring of the Health and Human Services Department, which now employs about 82,000 people.The New York Times - 3d -
Why JPMorgan, BlackRock want to 'privatize' more of your stock and bond money in volatile market
From private credit to lower-volatility equity income strategies, big money firms are bringing more high-net-worth strategies to the masses.CNBC - 11h -
UAW's Shawn Fain slams Trump executive order targeting federal unions
UAW president Shawn Fain said Trump's order to end collective bargaining for swath of federal workers would cost 700,000 people their union contracts.CBS News - 2d -
FA Cup quarter-finals and more: talking points from the weekend
Manchester City’s fire still burns bright, Marcus Rashford reminds critics of his ability and Eberechi Eze’s great week. A seventh semi-final in succession showed that Manchester City, at least, ...The Guardian - 2h -
The New Space Economy: What Business Leaders Need to Know
The private sector is revolutionizing space exploration. Here’s how forward-thinking companies can capitalize on this cosmic shift.Inc. - 2d -
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Parts of Trump’s Anti-DEI Orders
A U.S. district court ruled that the Labor Department can’t require federal grant recipients and contractors to prove they aren’t running programs that run counter to recent executive edicts.Inc. - 2d -
Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February, as inflation-adjusted spending stayed muted.The New York Times - 2d -
You’re Not Paranoid: Workplaces Are Getting More Toxic
Workplace hostility is on the rise, according to a new survey, and it’s pushing workers to change jobs.Inc. - 2d -
Ex-Danish leader: 'Nothing is stopping the Americans' from having more bases in Greenland
Former Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt said there is nothing that’s stopping the Americans from setting up more bases in Greenland amid the territory’s fight to not be acquired by the ...The Hill - 12h -
Airlines Cut Seats to the U.S. as Canadians Stay Away
Several airlines have reduced the number of seats on U.S.-bound flights in April, while industry data shows that bookings have declined significantly.The New York Times - 1d -
The Power of Honesty: What Businesses Can Learn from Jack Dorsey’s Layoff Announcement
The CEO of Block had to lay off more than 900 people. He delivered bad news directly and candidly.Inc. - 1d -
“It was close” – Chelsea star’s career almost had a very different path claims former coach
Cole Palmer’s rapid rise to one of the Premier League’s biggest stars from the moment he signed for Chelsea left a few people scratching their heads about how it had happened.The kid had been high...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Beyond encryption: Why quantum computing might be more of a science boom than a cybersecurity bust
While quantum computers will be able to break traditional encryption, we’re still a long way from “No More Secrets” decryption.VentureBeat - 15h -
Why it's so hard to fix the U.S. air traffic control problems
The U.S. has a severe shortage of air traffic controllers. There are currently 10,800 certified controllers but the country needs to have more than 14,000.CNBC - 1d -
A Manchester City legend showed he can still inspire his team at the Vitality Stadium
As Manchester City picked up a crucial 2-1 win over Bournemouth yesterday to book an FA Cup semi-final clash with Nottingham Forest there were plenty of positives for Pep Guardiola’s side to take ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
The First Berserker Khazan Is More Than Another Soulslike
Our Souls expert Tamoor joins Kurt on the GameSpot show to share his thoughts on The First Berserker Khazan.GameSpot - 1d -
Can U.S. figure skating carry this momentum to the Olympics?
With less than a year until the Olympics, the world titles from Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu and Madison Chock and Evan Bates have even more weight.ESPN - 6h -
Monument Valley 3’s summer launch on PC, console benefits flood relief
Monument Valley 3 is moving from its Netflix exclusivity to a PC and console launch this summer, with profits benefiting flood victims.VentureBeat - 2d -
‘Wherever I looked I saw collapsed buildings’: Myanmar quake rescuers and medics struggle with size of task
After two days there are still not enough teams to find bodies or sufficient equipment to sift through the debris. The scale of devastation in central Myanmar is unlike anything rescue workers or ...The Guardian - 15h -
'The Ballad of Wallis Island' is a crowd-pleasing folk-music comedy worth crowing about
British comedian Tim Key plays a millionaire fanboy who commands his favorite band to put on a private show, even though its singers Tom Basdan and Carey Mulligan have splitLos Angeles Times - 3d -
How the U.S. Broke Its Own Rules to Help Ukraine
A New York Times investigation reveals that the United States was much more involved in Ukrainian military operations than publicly disclosed. Adam Entous, a Times investigative reporter, breaks ...The New York Times - 1d -
Arsenal Willing to Pivot Away From £150M-Rated Barcelona, PSG Target for More Attainable Player
The winter transfer window closed with Alexander Isak still at Newcastle United, and while there wasn’t much speculation about a move in January, reports suggest PSG and other clubs could make a ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Rubio Says He Has Revoked 300 or More Visas in Trump’s Deportation Push
The secretary of state said he was trying to expel “lunatics” who had taken part in campus movements, as well as criminals. Some are permanent U.S. residents.The New York Times - 2d -
Private aerospace startup completes 1st test flight of its orbital launch vehicle
A private European aerospace startup says it has successfully completed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle from NorwayABC News - 21h -
Dachshund Lost on Australian Island Is Still Alive, but Elusive
A year after getting loose on Kangaroo Island, Valerie is still out there.The New York Times - 2d -
Steve Jobs Forced a Big IPhone Change That Nobody Thought Was Possible. Here’s How He Did It and Why It’s Better
Many years later, there’s also been an unforeseen benefit.Inc. - 1d -
Moore and Rinzel each make their NHL debut with the Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks got a closer look at two of their top prospects when Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel each made their NHL debut Sunday. Moore had 17 shifts and skated for more than 15 minutes ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Why Is Dining Alone So Difficult?
With solo reservations on the rise but many restaurants still restricting tables to two or more, solitary Americans often feel left out or stigmatized.The New York Times - 3d -
How Climate-Resilient Chickens Could Help Fight Poverty
An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs.The New York Times - 2d -
How the Penn State wrestling dynasty just got better again. Welcome, Rocco Welsh
Penn State's dynamic wrestling program just got even stronger: See how its adding Ohio State All-American Rocco Welsh.Yahoo Sports - 45m -
Red Cross federation ‘outraged’ at deaths of Red Crescent medics in Gaza
Secretary general says he is ‘heartbroken’ by the news, after Israeli military says it fired on ‘suspicious vehicles’ that were later found to include ambulances. The Red Cross federation voiced ...The Guardian - 4h -
Rodgers still in frame as Steelers weigh QB options
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't getting off the quarterback carousel anytime soon. Amid a public courtship of quarterback Aaron Rodgers, coach Mike Tomlin said Sunday that the team is still ...ESPN - 5h -
JuJu Watkins Isn’t on the Court, but She’s Still Inspiring This U.S.C. Team
The Trojans are a woman down without their superstar, but they still expect to live up to their billing as the top seed.The New York Times - 19h -
U.S. Bank says it believes its vice chair was on plane that crashed in Minnesota
Terry Dolan, the vice chair of U.S.NBC News - 8h -
Tribe With Bruce Parry review – he loses his mind on drugs … and it doesn’t disappoint
After a decade away, the adventurer is off to gain more precious insights into tribal life – from eating weevil larva to taking ayahuasca. It’s still absolutely classic telly . It is, scarily, 20 ...The Guardian - 12h -
Wolves top Pistons on fight night in Minneapolis
The Pistons showed up to Target Center on Sunday ready to literally fight. But, for the first quarter, the Timberwolves looked more ready to go to bed. Until Donte DiVincenzo decided to step into ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Thames Water picks private equity firm as preferred buyer
The troubled water utility firm says KKR could complete the deal in the second half of this year.BBC News - 27m -
Consumer sentiment worsens as inflation fears grow, University of Michigan survey shows
The closely watched survey showed a reading of 57.0 for the month, down 11.9% from February and 28.2% from a year ago.CNBC - 2d
