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UT Austin students protest school’s DEI layoffs amid state ban
The University of Texas at Austin sparked controversy last week when it laid off nearly 60 employees to comply with Texas’ new DEI ban earlier this month.NBC News - Top stories -
UK train passengers hit by fresh wave of disruption as drivers strike
Walkouts to continue on Saturday and Monday, with much of the rail network impactedFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Republican governors from six states condemn UAW campaigns, citing potential for layoffs
The joint statement was signed by governors in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.CNBC - Business -
911 outages reported across 4 states; FCC investigating
Residents of four states experienced 911 outages on Wednesday, impacting emergency calls in parts of Nevada, Nebraska, Texas and the entire state of South Dakota. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said Wednesday night that 911 calls from ...The Hill - Politics -
Wrexham hit six to earn second straight promotion
Wrexham secured a win over Forest Green on Saturday, earning promotion for a second straight season as their movie-script story under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continues.ESPN - Sports -
TikTok Rizz Party: How a Family Business Is Riding the Wave of Its Viral Hit
Island Entertainment amassed more than 58 million views on its viral TikTok video. Now, the family-owned party planning company is making the most of its newfound digital visibility.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters for his second green jacket in three years
Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters for his second green jacket in three yearsABC News - Sports -
Rite Aid outlines 53 more store closures across 9 states in recent court filings
In the last week, Rite Aid has announced it will close 53 more store locations.The Hill - Politics -
Amazon Hit With $535 Million Patent Suit Judgment, Seeks to Cut Fulfillment Costs
A jury tags tech giant with a big bill to Kove, which claimed it infringed on its data storage patents, and CEO Andy Jassy sees room to reduce costs, possibly through layoffs.Inc. - Business -
At least 17 dead after three Russian missiles hit Chernihiv
Volodymyr Zelenskiy calls on allies to send air defence support to Ukraine after attack on northern city. At least 17 people have been killed after three Russian missiles hit the centre of Chernihiv, a city in northern Ukraine near the Russian ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Cyberattack hits New York state government's bill drafting office
The New York state Legislature’s bill drafting office has been hit with an apparent cyberattackABC News - Top stories - New York -
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After Layoffs, Some Workers Turn to Content Creation
People laid off from sectors like tech and finance aren't waiting for new jobs despite a booming labor market. Instead, they're striking out on their own on social media platforms like TikTok.Inc. - Business -
Layoffs in 2024: A List of Companies Cutting Jobs This Year
The layoffs are expected to be smaller and more targeted than those in 2023.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Tesla's Layoffs Won't Solve Its Growing Pains
The car company popularized EVs. Now, facing intense competition from China, it has to figure out what to do next.Wired - Tech -
IGDA: Studios must take action and ‘stop driving talent away’ with layoffs
The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) released a strong call to action for game studios.VentureBeat - Tech -
Jobless claims flat at 212,000 and still show no sign of rising layoffs
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week was unchanged at 212,000, reflecting a surprisingly resilient labor market in which layoffs and unemployment are very low.MarketWatch - Business -
‘Narco-deforestation’ and the future of the Amazon
The fate of Colombia’s rainforest may lay in the hands of a rebel group linked to drugs and illegal mining.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Secret to Flourishing Employees: Recognition in the Workplace
Everyone does better when they feel visible and valued. Here's how to make sure your team feels this way.Inc. - Business -
US restricts travel for diplomats in Israel
Iran is believed to be planning retaliation after blaming Israel for a strike on its Syrian consulate.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
ISIS threatens major soccer stadiums across Europe
Anonymous online supporters of ISIS have issued a threat to three major soccer stadiums in Europe. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports on how authorities are responding.CBS News - Top stories -
Russian airstrikes destroy major Kyiv power plant, damage other stations
Russian missiles and drones destroyed a large electricity plant near Kyiv and hit power facilities in several regions on Thursday, officials said, ramping up pressure on the embattled energy system as Ukraine runs low on air defenses.NBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Tornadoes sweep across the South, leaving devastating damage
At least 10 tornadoes swept across the south from Texas to Alabama. The severe storms downed trees and powerlines, ripped roofs off some buildings and tore through others. The storm system is headed up the eastern seaboard Thursday.CBS News - Top stories -
Tornadoes, heavy flooding sweep across southern U.S.
At least one person was killed as a powerful storm slammed Scott County, Mississippi. And at least 10 tornadoes were reported overnight from Texas to Alabama. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports from Slidell, Louisiana, where a tornado left ...CBS News - Top stories -
Video shows lights streaking across the sky in Jerusalem
Video shot by an NBC News crew shows lights streaking across the sky in Jerusalem after Iran launched a retaliatory attack against Israel.NBC News - Top stories -
Protests across the U.S. call for Gaza cease-fire
Protests cropped up in multiple cities across the U.S. on Monday demanding President Biden do more to broker a cease-fire in Gaza. Meanwhile, Mr. Biden is also urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to be cautious about any response to ...CBS News - Top stories -
Robinson's 'strength, courage' hailed across MLB
Major League Baseball is marking the 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the sport's color barrier.ESPN - Sports - MLB -
Making a TikTok layoff video 'is insanely risky for future job prospects' says ex-Google recruiter
People have been posting their layoffs on TikTok, some to great acclaim. But career experts worn this can be very risky for your future prospects.CNBC - Business - Tiktok -
Tech layoffs still in spotlight after Apple and Take-Two cuts. But how does 2024 compare to 2023?
The tech sector layoffs that characterized 2023 have continued into 2024 with a number of big-name companies announcing cuts.MarketWatch - Business - Apple -
Tesla to vote on Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package after mass layoffs
Tesla is asking shareholders to vote again on a $56 billion pay package for CEO Elon Musk. This comes after the company announced layoffs that would impact its global workforce. Javier E. David, CBS News contributor Javier David has more.CBS News - Top stories - Tesla -
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Huge waves crash over seawall flooding Brittany street
STORY: Weather warnings were issued across Brittany from Monday (April 8), upon reports Storm Pierrick would bring strong winds to the region.Transport was disrupted in parts of Normandy and several regions in France were placed on orange alert by ...Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Manufacturers need to face up to new wave of Chinese competition
Pace of post-pandemic development a wake-up call for western companiesFinancial Times - Business -
WATCH: Giant waves crash over seawall, flooding street in western France
Huge waves came crashing over a seawall in Saint-Malo, France, flooding a street as passersby looked on. Weather warnings were issued across Brittany as a storm brought strong winds to the region.ABC News - Top stories -
Aung San Suu Kyi Moved to Unknown Location Amid Heat Wave
The unexpected relocation was attributed to a heat wave, and came as the military government is facing increasingly emboldened rebel forces.The New York Times - World -
Mail carriers face growing threats of violence amid wave of robberies
America's mail carriers don't just face bad weather and aggressive dogs — they're also increasingly targets of violent crime.CBS News - Top stories -
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Gain Behind Storage Data, Cold Wave
U.S. natural gas futures settled higher after a storage report showed a slight reduction in the inventory surplus, while colder near-term weather trends are likely to lift demand.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Employee Engagement Fell to 11-Year Low in Q1
Engagement was already in a rut at the end of 2023. Now, it's fallen to just 30 percent.Inc. - Business -
Former Rikers Employees Charged With Smuggling in Contraband
Federal prosecutors said the defendants accepted bribes and smuggled in drugs for detainees at the troubled New York City jail.The New York Times - Top stories -
Biggest Gains in Employee Engagement in the Management Top 250
ON Semiconductor heads the list, followed by S&P Global and KBRThe Wall Street Journal - World