Unemployment, COVID-19 and the Great Recession

Jun 23, 2020

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Millions of Americans have been affected by the devastating effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. Millions have lost their jobs, and have been filing for unemployment claims. The US unemployment rate hit a historically high record at 14.4 per cent in April alone. What's more, is that different sections ...

Looming layoffs for US carriers

Jun 23, 2020

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Experts, economists and analysts have predicted that air travel might not return to pre-COVID-19 levels until 2023. Reports indicate that US carriers are preparing for this and are planning to trim their workforce to survive the pandemic. The airlines in the US employ over 600,000 people full-time, ...

15 future-proof careers

Jun 23, 2020

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According to data collected from various surveys, including the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, these are the 15 future-proof careers which will survive the pandemic and prosper. From Solar Energy Technicians to software developers and nurses, take a look at the projected earnings and details about ...

The most-in demand jobs right now

Jun 23, 2020

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Yes, layoffs and furloughs are rampant in the job market right now, and an uncertain business climate is only making matters worse. However, for job seekers who are in dire need of work, there are still employers looking for labor, in fact, the pandemic has spurred 7-eleven and the national Guard w ...

Walmart to add 150,000 employees to meet post-pandemic demand

Jun 23, 2020

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A ray of hope for those who are in desperate need of a job, retail giant Walmart announced plans of hiring 150,000 new employees in stores, clubs and distribution and fulfilment centers. Walmart also plans to reward current workers for their hard work and dedication with more than $365 million in c ...

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