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Could your job be killing you? A look at the most dangerous careers

Published 11/24/2019 9:49 PM CST Updated 05/05/2020 10:00 AM CDT The vast majority of today’s jobs are completely safe. More people are working in offices than ever before, and business security has only gotten better over the years, making it hard to find excitement or danger when you embark on your daily grind. Of course, though, there are still plenty of roles that come with some sort of risk. While many of these jobs are relatively unseen by the wider […]

todayMay 5, 2020 57

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SMB grants available for Illinois businesses trying to retain employees

CHAMPAIGN (The Center Square) – Small businesses in Illinois trying to stay afloat during the pandemic can now apply for state grants to help avoid layoffs. The funding range for COVID-19 Layoff Aversion grants is $5,000 to $50,000 per employer and physical location. The grant program is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. To receive funding, employers must document the impact of the emergency on their business and the associated layoff risk […]

todayMay 3, 2020 63

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Blue Bell to pay $19.35 million over deadly listeria outbreak

BRENHAM, Tex. (UPI) -- Blue Bell Creamery has agreed to pay a $19.35 million settlement and plead guilty to charges it shipped ice cream contaminated with listeria, which led to three deaths in 2015, the Justice Department announced Friday. The settlement is the largest fine paid to settle a food-safety issue. "American consumers rely on food manufacturers to take necessary steps to provide products that are safe to eat," said Jody Hunt, assistant attorney general for the Justice Department's Civil […]

todayMay 1, 2020 30

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Major airlines will require passengers to wear face coverings

WASHINGTON (UPI) -- Three major U.S. airlines on Thursday announced they will require passengers to wear face coverings on planes as unions and politicians pressure the Trump administration to mandate the practice nationwide to prevent the spread of the deadly and infectious coronavirus. Delta on Thursday said customers will be required to wear a face mask or an appropriate face covering from Monday in the check-in lobby, Delta Sky Clubs, boarding gate areas, jet bridges and on the aircraft for the […]

todayMay 1, 2020 46

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SiriusXM to launch Prince, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin channels Friday

NEW YORK (UPI) -- SiriusXM will launch a new collection of music channels dedicated to Prince, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and other artists on Friday. The satellite and online radio company announced plans Wednesday for nine channels featuring curated music from Prince, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, David Bowie, the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, George Strait, and Guns N' Roses. The channels will feature career-spanning songs, greatest hits, and exclusive content, including rare tracks and personal insights. SiriusXM is […]

todayApril 30, 2020 61

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Pennsylvania jobless claims drop 32 percent, still far above numbers before outbreak

HARRISBURG, Pa. (The Center Square) – For the sixth consecutive week, Pennsylvania has seen massively inflated numbers for new unemployment claims compared to the data from before the onset of the coronavirus crisis. Another 131,282 Pennsylvania residents filed for jobless benefits during the week ending April 25, according to the latest numbers released Thursday by the U.S. Department of Labor. That brings the total for the past six weeks up to about 1.6 million. In comparison, for the week ending March […]

todayApril 30, 2020 53

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160,000 Nintendo accounts breached

KYOTO, Japan (UPI) -- Hackers have breached 160,000 Nintendo accounts since the beginning of April, the gaming company revealed Friday. The Japanese-based company said it was tipped off to the breach after users complained of funds missing from their accounts or that their money was used to buy Fortnite's virtual currency. Additionally, users' nicknames, birthdates, countries, and email addresses may have been accessed. "We sincerely apologize to our customers and related parties for any inconvenience and concern, a statement from […]

todayApril 25, 2020 45

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Earnings call: No WWE 2K21 game in sight

If you were planning to purchase the upcoming WWE 2K release, don't because it's not coming. WWE 2K21 is off the table, according to remarks made during the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) earnings call Thursday. An early report was made available on Twitter from talkSPORT's Alex McCarthy. https://twitter.com/AlexM_talkSPORT/status/1253446353818128384 Mike Hickey of Benchmark Company made an inquiry regarding WWE 2K21. WWE 2K20 went to market last fall. Unfortunately, it did not receive a good reception, receiving poor reviews as a result. […]

todayApril 23, 2020 139

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Four secrets to finding your dream job

Are you in the market for your dream position? Perhaps you are tired of an office that you have been stuck in for years. You may even want to switch industries or sectors to find something that you are truly passionate about. It’s easier than most people realize to find their dream job. Here are some hidden job market secrets you need to know to ensure discovery of that perfect job.  It's about who you know (unfortunately) You’ve probably heard this […]

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