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Washington Post Braces for Big Job Cuts in Latest Retrenchment
The Washington Post is reportedly poised to make deep staffing cuts, marking the latest retrenchment by the Jeff Bezos-owned newspaper. As many as 300 people could be let go, with the biggest cuts coming in sports and the foreign staff, former Post…
Lyons Township District 204 eyes broker hire to market Willow Springs land
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Lyons Township High School District 204 board moved closer to selecting a real estate broker to help it sell property the district owns in Willow Springs. The broker is expected to find potential…
What is 'situational retirement'-and should you give it a try?
As an operative researcher for luxury retail companies, I spent my career grabbing onto one corporate contract after the next, like a tree-swinging retainer monkey. But in a tariff-distressed industry, those contract “branches” grew…
Used Car Of The Day: 2013 Volkswagen Touareg VR6
We start our week off with a 2013 Volkswagen Touareg VR6. The seller says it is in good condition, despite having over 210K miles on the clock. Tires and other parts are new, it appears, and the body has no rust. Looks like the fluids have been…
QOTD: What Car Companies Do You Want To See Advertised In This Year's Super Bowl?
The NFL's two conference championship games were played yesterday. During the games, I started seeing previews for the ads that will play during the Super Bowl on Feb. 8. One thing I didn't notice -- previews from any major automakers. That doesn't…
Death in Paradise star shares humourous insight into working with partner Siobhan Finneran
Death in Paradise star Don Gilet has spoken about working with his real-life partner, Benidorm and Happy Valley star Siobhan Finneran, as she makes a guest appearance in the upcoming season 15. The two actors worked together on 2017 drama The Loch…
Period drama 'full of intriguing twists' jumps up Netflix's UK trending chart
Sandokan, an Italian drama from last year based on the titular swashbuckling pirate, is currently trending on Netflix in the UK. After being added to the streaming service here last week, it has cracked the top 10 current shows chart, currently…
JBL is returning to wrestling and it's not with WWE: Report
John Layfield, aka JBL, could be set to become a full-time talent in pro wrestling again, but his destination is far from the WWE Universe. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer has reported that Juggalo Championship Wrestling (JCW) have been in…
King Charles' rare personal comment about Kate Middleton reveals the truth of their relationship
Many have noted that King Charles seems to share an especially close relationship with his son Prince William's wife, Catherine the Princess of Wales. In recent years it has become apparent that the two are well bonded, with Catherine even pictured…
I Just Doubled My Stake in a Historically Cheap Gig Economy Stock That's Cratered 95% Over the Last 5 Years
For much of the last seven years, the bulls have been running wild on Wall Street. The benchmark S&P 500 has gained at least 16% in each of the previous three years, and for six of the last seven. But outsize returns for Wall Street's most widely…
Tax season is here-4 reasons to file your return early
If you're someone who doesn't rush to file your taxes, you're not alone. Nearly 1 in 4 Americans say they wait until the last minute to file, according to a 2025 survey by IPX1031, a financial services firm. But there are practical reasons to…
PAQS Case Study | Phillip Doddridge, Paddle SA - Paddle Australia
The Paddle Australia Qualification Scheme (PAQS) is strategically crafted to cater to the diverse needs of the paddling industry. This encompasses clubs, commercial operators, freelance instructors, and individuals seeking to enhance their personal…
The Creator Economy In 2026 : The Era Of Consolidation
The 7-foot tall '2026' numerals are displayed after an illumination ceremony in Times Square on December 18, 2025 in New York City. The large numbers will be used during the New Year's Eve ball drop midnight countdown in New York. (Photo by CHARLY…
MercadoLibre: Stage Is Set For A Big 2026, Monitoring Costs And The Chart (NASDAQ:MELI)
MercadoLibre remains a 'Buy,' with compelling valuation and robust growth trends despite lagging Latin American peers over the past year. MELI's Q3 revenue grew 40% YoY, but EPS missed consensus due to higher investment, shipping, and Argentine FX…
RuneScape maker Jagex says it will never use generative AI to make in-game content
UK-based developer Jagex has said players will never encounter content created using AI within its games. Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, the company's SVP of product, James Dobrowski, said that it has a 'pretty hard line stance' on the matter…
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