From real estate agent to queen of the skies: the 51-year-old entrepreneur who earns over $70,000 a year without a college degree

Bridgette Tena, a 51-year-old businesswoman wearing a hard hat and high-visibility T-shirt at a roofing job site in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

A roofing entrepreneur in Santa Fe proves that a degree isn’t always required. For many, the idea of climbing onto rooftops and working with power tools might sound intimidating. But for 51-year-old roofer and business owner, Bridgette Tena, it’s a dream come true. Tena has joined a small group of women in construction, earning over … Read more

Goodbye to International Paper: the company announces the permanent closure of four plants, affecting more than 600 US workers

Detail of corrugated cardboard from International Paper, whose production will fall after the closure of four plants in the US in 2025.

The packaging giant will cease operations at four locations by the end of April 2025, affecting both hourly and salaried employees across multiple states. International Paper confirmed today that it will close its Red River containerboard mill in Campti, Louisiana, as well as a recycling plant in Phoenix, Arizona, a box plant in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, … Read more

The iconic Alabama plant ends nearly five decades of iron casting: 200 jobs lost

Workers at Grede’s Brewton, Alabama iron-casting plant pour molten metal shortly before the facility’s planned closure and 200 layoffs

A pivotal closure set to impact Brewton’s economy and hundreds of employees. A manufacturing facility that has operated in Brewton, Alabama, since 1976 will shut down its production lines in the coming months, affecting approximately 200 staff members. The plant, owned by Grede LLC, confirmed that the decision was prompted by an inability to regain … Read more

Tech giant Intel plans massive layoffs under new CEO: 21,000 employees to lose their jobs

Intel headquarters building exterior with company logo during announcement of 21,000 job cuts under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan

The company bets on a leaner, engineer-driven future to regain technological leadership in the face of rising global competition Intel, the iconic U.S. chipmaker, is about to undergo one of the most significant restructurings in its history. Under the direction of its new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, the company plans to eliminate 21,000 jobs over the … Read more

Thousands of packages blocked at the border after a sudden change by DHL: Trump-era measures have transformed e-commerce logistics in the US

DHL courier carrying a parcel beside a yellow delivery van after new US customs rule freezes shipments over $800

DHL’s recent decision has taken many Americans by surprise. As of this April, the shipping company has stopped accepting packages valued at more than 800 dollars. The reason behind this measure points to the new tariff regime introduced by former President Donald Trump. Stricter customs procedures now threaten to disrupt countless online shoppers, especially those … Read more

Goodbye to driver’s licenses in California: New law SB 1100 changes worker hiring rules

Close-up of a California driver's license being held, illustrating changes under SB 1100 employment law in 2024

New law SB 1100 protects immigrant and vulnerable workers from unnecessary license demands during hiring California has just taken a bold step in protecting access to employment. As of 2024, employers in the state are no longer allowed to ask job applicants for a driver’s license—unless driving is a required part of the job. The … Read more

Popeyes conspiracy: An employee accused of charging a customer’s card and sending $311 to an inmate

Bright exterior of a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palm Coast, Florida, tied to alleged $311 credit-card fraud for inmate commissary

A Popeyes employee in Palm Coast has sparked concern among fast-food patrons after allegedly misusing a customer’s credit card to send funds to an inmate at a state prison. Local authorities say the quick-service transaction took a criminal turn when the worker processed the card twice without the customer’s knowledge. In a surprising twist, the … Read more

DHS ends TPS for these nationalities: 22,000 immigrants in limbo: Employers warn of labor shortages

Suited man with red tie stands in foreground while a poster that reads “Protect TPS” and depicts a migrant family is displayed behind him

In a controversial decision, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 22,000 people. This change affects individuals from Afghanistan and Cameroon, who now risk losing both legal residence and work authorization in the United States. TPS has long been a lifeline for migrants who fled natural disasters … Read more

A supermarket manager learns a lesson from a 17-year-old employee: the importance of thinking twice about the consequences before enforcing workplace rules

Shopper pushes grocery cart filled with paper bags in parking lot, highlighting supermarket carry-out assistance debate

He proved to his boss that a one-size-fits-all policy might not be the best approach. A young bagger at a neighborhood supermarket recently showed how blindly following store policy can lead to surprising situations. He was taught that assisting all customers with their bags was mandatory—no exceptions. However, he quickly discovered that “always” can sometimes … Read more

A new report warns that 21 jobs are at risk as automation accelerates toward 2030: 8% of jobs in the US could disappear

Worried U.S. worker against American flag backdrop illustrating jobs at risk from automation by 2030

A series of forecasts suggests that the workplace landscape may shift dramatically by 2030, leaving millions of employees facing an uncertain future. According to recent findings, about eight percent of current jobs will become obsolete, which is why experts recommend staying informed and preparing for radical changes in the labor market. Why some roles are … Read more