Retailers May Be Taking A More Staggered Approach to Holiday Hiring

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Al Roker isn't the biggest fan of typical workouts, but gets his 10,000 steps in daily and even takes public transit sometimes to walk more.

CNBC - 1d

Trump’s deregulation push will take more than the stroke of a pen

Deregulation can be just as cumbersome as regulation, especially if the new administration wants those efforts to survive inevitable legal challenges under the Administrative Procedure Act.

The Hill - 18h

USC women taking 'mad dog' approach thanks to Beth Burns

The Trojans' associate head coach and defensive leader has long taught the concept of tenacious defense, which has served USC well this season.

Yahoo Sports - 23h

How eating more fiber may help protect against dangerous bacteria like E. coli

Eating more fiber, which is found in whole grains, vegetables and fruits, might help protect against dangerous bacteria in the gut.

NBC News - 23h

Irenic takes a position at KBR. Here’s how the activist may help improve shareholder value

Activist Irenic Capital Management has a stake in government contractor KBR.

CNBC - 1d

Smaller crypto may gain more than bitcoin after Trump takes office – should you invest?

Altcoins may have more room to rally than bitcoin after the pro-crypto president elect Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office, with his inauguration scheduled on Monday, industry participants said.

MarketWatch - 1d

Everyone’s Favorite Small-Business Tax Deduction Gets a Boost for 2025 and More May Be on the Way

Section 179 gets a $30,000 increase, and keep your eye on bonus depreciation, too.

Inc. - 2d

British retail sales unexpectedly drop in December

Pound falls and gilts rally as investors bet on more interest rate cuts

Financial Times - 3d

Dangerously cold air for the MLK holiday weekend

Yahoo News - 3d

Retail sales point to a robust holiday shopping season. U.S. economy starts off 2025 with some momentum.

Retail sales rose at a solid pace in the final month of 2024, capping off a good holiday shopping season and suggesting the economy entered the new year with some momentum.

MarketWatch - 3d

Fetterman's approach to Trump stirs speculation

Sen. John Fetterman’s (D-Pa.) open-minded approach to President-elect Trump is fueling questions about his motives and vexing some of his fellow Democrats. In the wake of Trump’s victory in ...

The Hill - 4d

One of the world’s greatest religious spectacles is underway and the numbers are staggering

Yahoo News - 5d

Lucy Walker made a searing film about wildfires in 2021. Now, people may be more inclined to listen

When Lucy Walker debuted her harrowing documentary about California wildfires, “Bring Your Own Brigade,” at Sundance in 2021, it was during peak COVID

ABC News - 5d

Retailers post early holiday results — and Wall Street isn’t impressed

Lululemon, Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle all hiked their holiday guidance, but Abercrombie's growth is slowing.

CNBC - 6d

Scam artists may take advantage of the Los Angeles wildfires, officials warn

As wildfires continue to blaze across Los Angeles County, authorities are sounding the alarm on another potential threat to the public: scams relating to the disaster.

ABC News - 6d

Why you may be paying to help make the mattress industry more eco-friendly

Oregon began levying a $22.50 fee in 2025 on consumers who buy a mattress. It's the fourth state to adopt such a policy, to help fund recycling efforts.

CNBC - 6d

We're buying more of this retail stock that's showing positive sales momentum

The company is having a nice fourth quarter, according to a note published by Truist on Friday.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Sainsbury's raises pay but is cautious on hiring

The supermarket chain will lift wages to £12.60 but expects costs to increase after Budget measures.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Labour’s economic reality check approaches

Rising cost of borrowing piles pressure on UK fiscal rules and government’s promises, but politics make cuts complicated

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Private-sector hiring slows: ADP

Hiring in the U.S. private sector and pay growth slowed down in December last year across several industries, according to a report released on Wednesday. The Always Designing for People (ADP) ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

As Bitcoin Booms, More and More Companies Are Taking a Stake

Businesses that have nothing to do with crypto still see BTC as a hedge against inflation or a way to entice investors.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Fed Minutes May Show Why More Rate Cuts Will Face Hurdles

After a quarter-point cut in December, Chairman Jerome Powell said policymakers may be more cautious, since the incoming administration will create more uncertainty.

Inc. - Jan. 8

DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement

DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.

CBS News - Jan. 8

Nearly half of credit card users are carrying debt — it may take months, or years, to pay off

Nearly half of Americans are starting off the new year in the red. And of those carrying credit card balances, many say it could take years to pay off.

CNBC - Jan. 8

Nursing home in Pasadena evacuated as thick smoke from wildfire approaches

Residents at the Pasadena Park Healthcare & Wellness Center in Pasadena, California, are being evacuated as the Eaton Fire grows nearby. KNBC's Macy Jenkins reports.

NBC News - Jan. 8

Britain’s retail ‘boomer’ chains are making a comeback

Youth is wasted on the young with 160-year-old Next showing a steady cash flow despite rising costs

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Ranking Every N.F.L. Team from First to Worst as the Playoffs Approach

There’s a new No. 1 team at the end of the regular season.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

December sales provide little cheer for retailers

Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Five things you may have missed from Week 18: Bryce Young has career day, backup QBs shine and more

Some things you may have missed from the weekend finale

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Inside the 2025 NFL hiring cycle: Top candidates, interview timeline, rule changes and more as teams hit reset

Everything to know as the hiring cycle kicks into high gear

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

‘The more relaxed you are, the better you are as a human’: Nicole Kidman on Kubrick, sharks and risk-taking

The Oscar-winning American-Australian actor answers questions from Observer readers and famous fans including Reese Witherspoon, Hugh Jackman and Naomi Watts. Nicole Kidman has finally found a way ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Lionesses approach Euro 2025 defence with more questions than answers

Wiegman’s England tread a very different road this year, with squad berths and even the side’s system up for debate. How do you prepare to scale Everest three years after reaching the summit? You ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Victor Wembanyama after 100 games: Set to turn 21, his numbers are staggering

Victor Wembanyama’s days as a 20-year-old in the NBA are over

ABC News - Jan. 4

The Biggest U.S. Retailers Increased Their Dominance in 2024

Using distinct but overlapping business models, Amazon, Costco, and Walmart captured over half of recent growth in retailing, and are squeezing smaller rivals hard.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Hiring Is Broken. And Not in the Way You Think

As hiring ramps up in 2025, managers and job seekers alike face a hopeless clusterf***k.

Inc. - Jan. 3

‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays

From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Russian forces suffered more than 420,000 casualties taking 1,600 square miles of territory in 2024: ISW

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

How 'Saturday Night' editors dialed up the anxiety as their own deadline approached

'Saturday Night' editors Nathan Orloff and Shane Reid worked in tandem to find the manic energy of the fledgling show as deadline drew closer.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

Retailers May Be Taking A More Staggered Approach to Holiday Hiring

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