In a move that could potentially help hundreds of thousands of Americans across the United States, at least five states are reconsidering the age-old practice of allowing businesses to pay below the minimum wage to workers who are reliant on…
Work-Life Balance Win: California Says No to After-Hours Calls
California workers might need to prepare for a worker revolution, as Assembly Bill 2751 – the right to disconnect bill – is being considered by lawmakers. Read on to find out more about the bill. California’s New Legislation New legislation…
End of Free Banking? Chase Customers Face Potential Fees
Do you bank with JPMorgan Chase? You might be in for a shock. Chase Bank’s Warning to Customers Attention Chase Bank customers: it might be time to hold onto your wallets after the head of Chase’s latest comments. The Potential…
Can a $1000 Baby Bonus Break the Cycle of Poverty in Baltimore?
Could Baltimore have come up with a scheme to solve America’s child poverty crisis? The Rising Cost of Raising Children Children are expensive – there’s no denying that. Having children can be one of the biggest expenses a person ever…
Fashion Industry Crisis: Massive Layoffs Hit Thousands of Americans
The fashion industry is being hit with a swathe of layoffs, meaning thousands of Americans will soon find themselves out of work. Fashion Fallout Across the fashion industry, there’s a growing sense of unease. As the economy is struggling with…
Is Elon Musk’s Political Stance Harming Tesla?
Tesla sales are slowing down, and the reason why might surprise you. Musk’s Mischief Elon Musk is no stranger to making headlines – whether it’s for his work at Tesla or his controversial tweets. But rumor has it that his…
Payday! Massachusetts Drivers Get $32.50/HR Wage
Ride-sharing and delivery drivers in Massachusetts have won a historic legal case. Here are the details. Massachusetts Drivers’ Wage Win A huge win for Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts, as the state’s Attorney General Andrea Campbell has announced that…
Southwest’s Cutback Blow: Airport Jobs on the Chopping Block
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…
Governor’s $16.5 Billion Budget Blunder Puts NYC at Risk
New York is facing a crisis that could affect everyone that lives in the city. Here are the details. MTA’s Financial Crisis Looms New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) could be on the brink of ruin. A $16.5 billion budget…
Billionaire Tax Evasion Exposed: Calls to Close Loopholes
As calls for a tax on billionaires ramp up across the world, a new study commissioned by Brazil has claimed that we might finally be in a position to successfully tax the world’s richest people. Here’s the full story. A…
Rent Crash in California: Landlords Scramble as Prices Take a Hit
California’s rental market is taking a nosedive, with major cities seeing huge drops in rent prices. California Rents Take a Dip According to Zumper, an online rental platform, it could be time to move to California. California Renters Rejoice Plunging…
Surge Pricing Scare: Walmart’s New System Under Fire
Worries have been raised after Walmart announced a change to its in-store prices. Here are the full details. Smart Shopping Your next trip to the supermarket might become an entirely new experience due to this cutting-edge tech: electronic shelf labels…
