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Thrift shopping is back in fashion. For a new generation of consumers, it’s about the fun of hunting for treasures — and finding bargains in an economy gripped by inflation. “Secondhand fashion is booming, and that’s for I would say three key reasons: value, variety and also sustainability,” said Taylor Bowley, an economist at Bank […]
The most comprehensive independent study of AI-powered hiring algorithms ever conducted has found stark racial disparities embedded in the tools used to screen millions of job applicants, with more than one in four applications submitted by Black job seekers directed to positions where the algorithm produces outcomes that trigger federal discrimination scrutiny. The paper, “Algorithmic Monocultures in […]
Workplace romance statistics show that over 60% of adults have had a workplace romance. Between little time outside of work to meet people and a heightened degree of comfortability, workplace romances aren’t likely to go anywhere. Though our survey found that 43% led to marriage, workplace romances are not a dream for everyone. When 40% […]
iPhone users may soon find it easier to divide the restaurant bill when dining out with a group of friends. Apple is readying a new feature in iOS 27 that will allow you to photograph a receipt, assign items on the receipt to different people and generate payment requests, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The new […]
School is almost out for teenagers across the country, and those hoping to land a summer job may have a tough time finding one. Last summer, teen hiring fell to its lowest level in nearly eight decades of Bureau of Labor Statistics data, and forecasters predict it could be even lower this summer. A Challenger, Gray […]
Meta is reportedly testing subscription tiers across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp as part of a “Meta One” strategy. The plans would cost about $3–$4 per month and add features like analytics, customization, and enhanced engagement tools, while keeping the apps free for regular users. The move also ties into AI monetization efforts involving Meta AI, as analysts like Dan Ives say Meta […]
According to WalletHub, the Flower City ranks among the best places in the country to start a career, coming in at number 36 overall. The report looked at factors like starting salaries, and quality of life, with Rochester scoring especially well for professional opportunities. Analysts say affordable living costs and a growing job market are […]
Rhode Island lawmakers are moving forward with a controversial self-checkout bill that could hit major retailers with fines of up to $1,000 per day if stores fail to follow new staffing rules. The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 2342, is reigniting the national debate over automation, retail theft, and disappearing cashier jobs as chains like Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Aldi, CVS, and Walgreens brace […]
George Clinton is taking Universal Music Group to court, accusing the label of freezing more than $1.1 million in royalties across his catalog for more than three years. According to court documents obtained by Music Business Worldwide, the Parliament-Funkadelic architect filed the lawsuit Friday, May 15, in federal court in Detroit, alleging UMG withheld 100% of royalties from […]
Another increase in gas prices has been reported in the Rochester area. According to GasBuddy, the average price for a gallon of gas in Rochester has risen 17.8 cents, now averaging $4.54 a gallon. The report says gas prices are 37.3 cents higher than they were a month ago. Meanwhile, the national gas price average […]
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