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Sarah Bregel

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Raising Cane’s is opening new locations this month and your city might be on the list

The chicken chain is expanding fast across seven states with new openings starting May 12. Here’s exactly where it’s landing next.

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51% of U.S. employees have cried at the office within the last month, according to a new report

New data shows rising panic attacks, substance use, and emotional breakdowns at work as expectations climb and support falls short.

30.04.2026 1

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AI wants to predict your next promotion

Workhuman’s new tool claims it can identify future leaders years in advance, offering companies a way to make data-driven promotion decisions.

29.04.2026 10

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Some cities are getting their first Whataburger ever—here’s where the chain is expanding next

Whataburger is expanding again, with new restaurants set to open by June in key cities.

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Lowe’s faces pressure to cut ties with Flock Safety as AI surveillance data raises serious privacy concerns

Advocates led by Fight for the Future have demanded that the retailer terminate its contracts with the controversial AI-powered security startup.

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This major school district just voted to ditch screens and go back to pen and paper

Teachers say devices are hurting focus and driving classroom distractions.

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Over a third of men have blamed a female colleague’s behavior on ‘hormones’

A new survey shows many men attribute women’s behavior and leadership decisions to hormones, revealing a persistent and overlooked workplace bias.

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Are internal CEOs the way to go?

Apple’s decision to promote John Ternus underscores a wider pattern in CEO succession—when companies want stability, they look within.

21.04.2026 3

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Workers are using AI to learn on the job, even though 65% worry about accuracy

A new survey finds most employees use AI to build skills quickly and discreetly, despite concerns about accuracy.

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A massive tariff refund program is launching. Here’s who actually gets the money

Only importers can file claims, even though shoppers often paid the higher costs.

16.04.2026 2

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SantaCon president stole millions in charitable donations to fund luxury lifestyle, FBI says

Prosecutors claim the organizer was running a ‘con game,’ defrauding New Yorkers during the holiday season.

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Where are new grads finding job opportunities?

As hiring slows and automation expands, LinkedIn’s latest data shows where opportunities remain.

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A Harvard economist calculated exactly how much the Iran war will cost U.S. taxpayers—and it’s staggering

A Kennedy School public policy expert is sharing troubling research on Trump’s military efforts in Iran and over the Strait of Hormuz.

14.04.2026 4

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Trader Joe’s is opening 18 new stores—here’s the full list of locations

The popular grocer is expanding across 12 states, with dozens of new shoppers about to get a store nearby.

10.04.2026 8

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This overlooked tax detail could make today your real deadline

Experts warn that timing issues could trigger penalties for some filers.

09.04.2026 4

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Lowe’s is spending $250 million to train blue collar workers

By 2030, an estimated 1.4 million trade jobs will be need to be filled in the US.

08.04.2026 5

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New study finds 80% of women leaders are shaping AI strategy

Following their approach might be the path to a better future.

07.04.2026 3

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AI drove 25% of job cuts in March

Job cuts rose 25% in March and a quarter of these were due to AI.

03.04.2026 5

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Baltimore is pushing back against AI’s worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Maryland’s biggest city has become a microcosm of the tensions between the AI boom and people who have to live with the drawbacks of unchecked growth.

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It’s not just the pay gap. This disparity also holds working women back

Research finds women’s extra hours of unpaid labor at home are quietly shaping who gets promoted or left behind at work.

02.04.2026 5

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Wegovy’s new pricing could save you $1,200—but it’s not for everyone

Multi-month subscriptions promise big savings for those willing to commit.

31.03.2026 4

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Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A viral video shows federal agents waiting outside a Maryland home as workers claim the woman reported them—an allegation she denies.

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Study finds asking AI for advice could be making you a worse person

Just one interaction with an AI could lower your willingness to apologize or take accountability for harm done.

30.03.2026 6

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TSA pay is back today—but here’s why airport lines could still be slow

Callouts hit double digits during the shutdown, and rebuilding staffing could take time.

30.03.2026 7

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Your tax refund could be delayed—and the IRS says you need to act fast

Filers have just 30 days to update banking info before facing longer waits.

27.03.2026 10

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AI mentions on resumes have tripled, but colleges aren’t keeping up

Research shows AI mentions on resumes have tripled in two years, but many universities continue to treat AI use as misconduct.

26.03.2026 9

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You can soon lie flat in economy on United—but it’ll cost you

The “Relax Row” lets passengers stretch out across three seats with bedding and extra space on long-haul flights.

25.03.2026 6

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Delta just yanked Congress’s VIP treatment mid-shutdown

The airline is suspending special airport services as TSA agents miss paychecks.

24.03.2026 8

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The TSA fiasco is an appalling example of how we treat essential workers

Harassment and small paychecks have long been the norm. But in this case, the partial government shutdown is also creating a dysfunctional—even...

24.03.2026 8

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A shocking video, an active investigation, and a canceled season: inside ‘The Bachelorette’ fallout

A domestic assault investigation, resurfaced footage, and halted filming on another show all factored into Disney’s decision.

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USPS warns it may not make it to 2027 without changes—starting with pricier stamps

Decades of losses and declining mail volume are forcing tough choices—including higher stamp prices.

19.03.2026 9

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Macy’s store closures update: Doomed locations will shutter over a longer timeline than previously planned

The retailer’s ongoing plan to close roughly 150 stores will now continue through 2028. ‘We can be flexible,’ CFO Tom Edwards said this week.

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Traders flocked to prediction markets—now a criminal case is testing the model

The outcome could determine whether betting on real-world events remains a viable strategy.

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Scientists tracked coffee drinkers for dementia risk over 43 years. Here’s what they found

A team of researchers investigated a previously inconclusive link between caffeinated coffee and tea with cognitive function.

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Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs

Last year, Black women-owned businesses grew by 13%. By comparison, women-owned businesses grew by 4.4%.

17.03.2026 7

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BlackRock will invest $100 million in trade work. It couldn’t come at a better time—here’s why

The funding also goes toward data centers, but the announcement comes at a time where skilled trade workers are more crucial than ever.

13.03.2026 10

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Noma chef René Redzepi resigns over abuse allegations: What it says about the workplace nearly a decade after #MeToo

The restaurant industry was riled by the reckoning years ago, but toxic behavior still skates by longer than it should.

12.03.2026 10

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Trader Joe’s is bringing back its viral mini tote bags. Here’s when to start looking

The miniature canvas totes will return in delicate pink, baby blue, mint green, and lavender—the same pastel shades shoppers snapped up last year.

12.03.2026 10

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KPMG offers staff ‘outsize’ cash prizes for AI innovation

The firm’s new ‘AI Spark Innovation’ program rewards consultants who create AI tools that could transform workflows across the company.

11.03.2026 10

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The TSA website has a warning travelers should know about right now

About 50,000 TSA screeners are working without pay during the shutdown, leading to staffing shortages and massive security delays at some airports.

10.03.2026 8

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‘This was about principle, not people’—OpenAI’s robotics hardware lead resigns

Caitlin Kalinowski cited concerns about the company’s new agreement with the Pentagon.

09.03.2026 10

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More Americans than ever are tapping their 401(k)s for emergency cash

A Vanguard report shows hardship withdrawals climbed to 6% last year—far above pre-pandemic levels—as financial pressures mount and rules around...

06.03.2026 10

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The new inflight rule that could get you banned from United Airlines

Passengers who repeatedly play audio or video without headphones could face removal from flights under the airline’s updated contract of carriage.

05.03.2026 10

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‘Take that break’: Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu on the power of quitting

The 20-year-old figure skating champion had some unconventional advice that applies to parenting and life.

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‘A result of hanging in there’: How Delroy Lindo, 73, received his first Oscar nomination

From ‘Malcom X’ to this year’s ‘Sinners’, the legendary actor explains how to find success at any age.

04.03.2026 10

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McDonald’s CEO awkwardly samples his company’s new burger in viral video

The social media post meant to be promotional, but it’s turned into a PR fiasco.

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IHOP is giving away free pancakes this week. Here’s when to go

Diners can score a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 3 at participating restaurants.

02.03.2026 10

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The generation that uses AI the most isn’t the one you think

A new survey examined the AI habits of different age groups. The results were surprising.

27.02.2026 20

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A total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon red on March 3. Here’s who can see it

A total lunar eclipse will peak in the early morning hours of March 3, tinting the Moon a deep red across much of the Americas.

25.02.2026 10

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A teacher was killed during an ICE chase last week. Why you probably didn’t hear about it

Though different than earlier ICE-related civilian deaths, the incident has also been far less visible. Experts say it may reflect longstanding media...

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