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Federal employees will see a pay raise in 2026, but the increase is smaller than in recent years. On December 18, President Trump signed an executive order approving a 1% pay raise for most federal civilian workers....

  The recent labor market data has led to varying perspectives on real income growth trends, and the topic has received a lot of attention due to its connection to consumer confidence...

Welcome to Thanksgiving week! With more people working from home now, the busiest travel days for Thanksgiving are spreading out more than before. Before, most people would travel on the Wednesday right before Thank...

Many Americans work in places where the culture feels toxic and unpleasant each day. This kind of negative workplace environment makes employees unhappy and less productive, and it also hurts the company since more people ...

Whether you're considering transitioning into a remote job or seeking out new growth opportunities, there are several strategies you can use to make the process smoother. Here's how to make a successful career switch and expl...

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to significantly transform the global labor market. According to Karin Kimbrough, Chief Econo...

A government shutdown that started on October 1 has forced over 700,000 federal workers into furlough. This means they’re not getting paid right now, but they haven’t lost their jobs. Another group of government em...

Starting in January 2026, the U.S. government will begin taking money directly out of paychecks for some people who have not been making payments on their federal student loans. This process is called "wag...

The job market in the United States continues to show resilience, even as economic headwinds gather. Recent data indicates that applications for unemployment benefits remain near historic lows, suggesting employe...