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US applications for jobless benefits rise but remain historically low despite layoffs
More Americans applied for jobless benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low even as more high-profile companies have announced…
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Macy’s to close 150 stores as it pivots to luxury at Bloomingdale’s and Blue Mercury
NEW YORK — Macy’s will close 150 unproductive namesake stores over the next three years including 50 by the end…
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US employers add a strong 216,000 jobs in sign of continued economic strength
WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers added a robust 216,000 jobs last month, the latest sign that the American job market…
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SpaceX accused of unlawfully firing employees who were critical of Elon Musk
NEW YORK — A U.S. labor agency has accused SpaceX of unlawfully firing employees who penned an open letter critical…
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The Empire State rings in the new year with a pay bump for minimum-wage workers
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York’s minimum-wage workers had more than just the new year to celebrate Monday, with a pay…
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US applications for jobless benefits rise but labor market remains very healthy
More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but not enough to raise concern about the labor market or broader…
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US online retailer Zulily says it will go into liquidation, surprising customers
The U.S. ecommerce company Zulily says it is closing down, surprising customers, after efforts to salvage the business failed SEATTLE…
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Weekly US unemployment claims rise slightly but job market remains strong as inflation eases
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but still remained at historically low…
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Flight attendants at Southwest Airlines reject a contract their union negotiated with the airline
Flight attendants at Southwest Airlines are saying no to a contract offer hammered out by their union and the airline…
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US employers added a solid 199,000 jobs in November
WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers added a solid 199,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate fell, fresh signs that…
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