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Layoffs have hit the aviation industry, as one of the biggest airlines in the U.S., Southwest Airlines, has announced they’re stopping flights out of four major airports. Layoffs Across Industries With a growing spate of layoffs occurring across the nation – primarily in tech and production – it wasn’t going to be long before they … Read more
If you live in New York, you could be in with a chance for a big windfall – provided you meet the necessary criteria. STAR Stimulus Check Tax season is over, and that means the benefits are beginning to roll in for those who are eligible. Residents of the Big Apple might be seeing an … Read more
A new report into financial angst has shown just how many people are concerned about their finances, as it has revealed that the majority of Americans are struggling with financial stress – among other things. Financial Anxiety for Most NerdWallet’s 2024 report into financial angst delves into Americans’ deep concerns about money. It looks at … Read more
Retirement is emerging as a looming nightmare for the oldest members of Generation X. Despite making up one-fifth of the population, and this generation is silently grappling with the largest wealth gap of any cohort, as revealed in the Schroders 2023 U.S. Retirement Survey. The Retirement Crisis Facing Gen X As Gen Xers, over 65 … Read more
A huge data breach at one of the country’s leading health insurance providers could mean that your personal information has been compromised. Let’s take a look and see what your options are. Data Breach Bombshell On Monday, UnitedHealth Group announced that hackers had managed to invade their systems in February and stole protected health information … Read more
A new United Nations report has warned about the extent of the damage that climate change could have on the global workforce. Climate change isn’t just about rising temperatures and extreme weather events; it’s also impacting the health and safety of workers worldwide. Global Wake-Up Call On Monday, the United Nations (UN) released a new … Read more
Workers for Delta Air Lines, one of America’s major airlines, could be in for a windfall this year as the company has announced a swathe of pay increases across the country. While some are excited by this news, others are less happy. Delta’s Generous Wage Boost Delta is a company with a long history. It … Read more
Imagine a scenario where being homeless could land you in legal trouble. That’s exactly what’s at stake as the Supreme Court considers a decision that might make homelessness a crime. Let’s break down what’s happening. Homelessness on the Rise Recently, cities performed their annual point-in-time homelessness counts, and the numbers are not looking good. By … Read more
Ther͏e’s a big legal showdown happening over suppor͏t for transgender kids in Texas, and it’s dropped the state’s Attorney General, Ken Paxton, in hot water. Let’s take a look at ͏the full story. PFLAG Challenges Paxton’s Records Demand A national group cal͏led PFLAG (Paren͏ts, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), which helps families with … Read more
There’s some big policy news coming from Washington as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced on Thursday a boost to their housing funds in an effort to house over 40,000 homeless veterans. Here are the details. $3.1 Billion Battle Plan The VA has set aside $3.1 billion for its ambitious homeless program, which aims … Read more